Parweld XR940A User manual

XR940A
Powered Air Purifying
Respirator (PAPR)
User Instructions

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Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Assembly
Ensemble respirateur d’épuration d’air propulsé
Respirador Purificador de Aire Forzado (PAPR)
Instalação do Respirador Purificador de Ar Motorizado (PAPR)
IMPORTANT: Before use, the wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these
User Instructions for reference.
IMPORTANT: Avant de se servir du produit, l’utilisateur doit lire et comprendre les présentes
directives d’utilisation. Conserver ces directives d’utilisation à titre de référence.
IMPORTANTE: Antes de usar el producto, el usuario debe leer y entender estas Instrucciones.
Conserve estas Instrucciones para referencia futura.
IMPORTANTE: Antes de usar, o usuário deve ler e compreender este Manual de Instruções. Guarde
este Manual de Instruções para futura referência.
!WARNING
This product is part of a system that helps protect against certain airborne
contaminants. Misuse may result in sickness or death. For proper use, see
supervisor, User Instructions.
!MISE EN GARDE
Ce produit fait partie d’un système qui protège contre certains contaminants en
suspension dans l’air. Une mauvaise utilisation peut provoquer des problèmes de
santé ou la mort. Pour tout renseignement sur l’utilisation adéquate de ce produit,
consulter son superviseur, lire les directives d’utilisation ou communiquer.
!ADVERTENCIA
Este producto es parte de un sistema que ayuda a proteger contra ciertos
contaminantes suspendidos en el aire. El mal uso puede ocasionar enfermedad
o incluso la muerte. Para su uso adecuado consulte a su supervisor, lea las
Instrucciones.
!ADVERTÊNCIA
Este produto faz parte de um sistema que ajuda a proteger contra determinados
contaminantes suspensos no ar. O uso incorreto do mesmo pode causar
enfermidade ou morte. Para seu uso correto, converse com o supervisor, consulte
o Manual de Instruções.

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FOREWARD
Contact Information
Read all instructions and warnings before using. Keep this User Instruction for reference. If you have
questions regarding these products contact Parweld Technical Service www.parweld.com.
System Description
The PAPR assembly is designed to be used with the Parweld headgear to form a complete approved
respiratory system. When used in accordance with its CE approval, PAPR assemblies help provide
respiratory protection against particulates. The XR940A does not provide protection against vapors or
gases and is not an intrinsically safe system.
The XR940A belt mounted assemblies consist of a motor/blower unit, high efficiency filter, waist belt,
and lithium ion battery pack. The motor/blower unit draws ambient air through its high efficiency
filter and supplies filtered air to the headgear via a breathing tube. The blower unit is equipped with
automatic flow control; the motor speed is regulated during operation to compensate for the charge
state of the battery pack and the increasing level of airflow resistance caused by filter loading. Should
the airflow fall below the minimum design flow rate, an audible alarm will sound and the red fan shape
LED on the blower unit will flash to warn the user to immediately leave the contaminated environment.
Similarly an audible and visual low battery alarm will activate when the battery pack has approximately
10-15 minutes of charge remaining to warn the user to leave the contaminated area.
!WARNING
Properly selected, used, and maintained respirators help protect against certain airborne
contaminants by reducing concentrations in the wear’s breathing zone below the Occupational
Exposure Limit (OEL). It is essential to follow all instructions and government regulations on
the use of this product, including wearing the complete respirator system during all times of
exposure, in order for the product to help protect the wearer. Misuse of respirators may result in
overexposure to contaminants and lead to sickness or death. For proper use, see supervisor,
refer to the product User Instructions.
Limitations of Use
Do not wear this respirator system to enter areas where:
•Atmospheres are oxygen deficient;
•Contaminant concentrations are unknown;
•Contaminant concentrations are Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH);
•Contaminant concentrations exceed the maximum use concentration (MUC) determined using the
Assigned Protection Factor (APF) for the specific respirator system or the APF mandated by specific
government standards, whichever is lower.
Immediately exit the contaminated area if any of the low battery or low airflow alarms
activate.
Refer to the User Instructions provided with the applicable headgear and the additional cautions and
limitations under these User Instructions.
The recommended operating altitude range of the XR940A is approximately sea level to 2600 feet
(800 metres).
Do not use in environments subject to high magnetic fields.

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!WARNING
1. This product is part of a system that helps protect against certain airborne contaminants.
Misuse may result in sickness or death. For proper use see User Instructions.
2. The Parweld Powered Air Purifying Respirator XR940A Assembly is not intrinsically safe. Do not
use in flammable or explosive atmospheres. Doing so may result in serious injury or death.
3. Always correctly use and maintain the filter assembly. Failure to do so may reduce respirator
performance, overexpose you to contaminants, and may result in sickness or death.
a. Inspect filter and gasket(s) before first installation or reinstallation of a filter, replace if
damaged.
b. Always properly install the filter into the blower unit.
c. Keep sealing gasket(s) clean.
d. Never attempt to clean filter by knocking or blowing out accumulated material. Doing so will
damage the filter media.
e. Store the filter as described in these User Instructions within the recommended storage
temperature conditions and observe filter expiration dates.
4. Failure to follow these User Instructions may reduce respirator performance,
overexpose you to contaminants, and may result in injury, sickness, or death.
a. Do not use with parts or accessories other than those manufactured by Parweld as described
in these User Instructions or on the CE approval label for this respirator.
b. The Parweld Powered Air Purifying Respirator XR940A Assembly is one component of an
approved respiratory protection system. Always read and follow all User Instructions supplied
with your Parweld headgear and other system components in order to ensure correct system
operation.
5. Always correctly use and maintain the lithium ion battery packs. Failure to do so may cause
fire or explosion or could adversely affect respirator performance and result in injury,
sickness, or death.
a. Do not charge batteries with unapproved chargers, in enclosed cabinets without ventilation,
in hazardous locations, or near sources of high heat.
b. Charge in an area free of combustible material and readily monitored.
c. Do not immerse.
d. Do not use, charge, or store batteries outside the recommended temperature limits.
6. Dispose of lithium ion battery packs according to local environmental regulations. Do not crush,
disassemble, dispose of in standard waste bins, in a fire or send for incineration. Failure to
properly dispose of battery packs may lead to environmental contamination, fire or
explosion.
7. To reduce exposure to hazardous voltage:
a. Do not attempt to service the chargers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
b. Do not substitute, modify or add parts to the chargers.
c. Inspect the chargers and power cords before use. Replace if any parts are damaged.
d. Do not use the chargers outdoors or in wet environments.
List of Warnings within these User Instructions

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!WARNING
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DO NOT USE IN FLAMMABLE OR
EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
STORE FILTER IN A COOL DRY PLACE
CHECK FILTER EXPIRY DATE, BEFORE USE
ENSURE FILTER AND SEAL IS NOT DAMAGED
DISPOSE OF BATTERY PROPERLY
INSPECT EQUIPMENT BEFORE EACH USE
DO NOT USE A DAMAGED BATTERY
DO NOT BURN BATTERY
DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT BATTERY
DO NOT CLEAN FILTER WITH AIR LINE
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DO NOT USE IN FLAMMABLE OR
EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENTS EXIT THE FUME AREA IF THE LOW BATTERY OR AIR FLOW ALARM SOUNDS
UNPACK AND CHECK CONTENTS
HELMET, BAG, BLOWER,
CHARGER, BATTERY,
HOSE AND FILTERS

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CHARGE FOR 3 HOURS BEFORE FIRST USE INSTALL BATTERY
INSTALL FILTERS 1, 2, 3 and 4
3 HRS
1
1
2
2
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INSERT HOSE IN TO HELMET
INSERT HOSE IN TO BLOWER
PRE USE INSPECTION
1
1
2
2
1. PUSH
2. TWIST
1. PUSH 2. TWIST

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SWITCH ON
INCREASE OR DECREASE THE FLOW RATE FROM 170 TO 220 l/min
LOW AIR FLOW – MOVE AWAY FROM CONTAMINATED AREA AND INSPECT FOR BLOCKAGES
2 SECS
1 SEC
1. PUSH
2. TWIST

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LOW BATTERY – MOVE FROM CONTAMINATED AREA AND RECHARGE/REPLACE THE BATTERY
FILTER BLOCKED – MOVE FROM CONTAMINATED AREA AND REPLACE FILTER
SWITCH OFF
3 SECS

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LOW BATTERY MOVE FROM CONTAMINATED
AREA AND RECHARGE REPLACE THE BATTERY
WEAR AROUND WAIST WITH OR WITHOUT SHOULDER STRAP

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PAPR SPARE PARTS LIST
6
14
1
13
11
7
15
3
4
5
12
9
10
16
2
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Item Part Number Description Pk Qty
1 XR1003 Blower unit without belt (no filters but with cover) 1
2 XR1004 Filter cover with purple catch 1
3 XR1005 Spark Arrestor 5
4 XR1006 Carbon Pre-filter 5
5 XR1007 P3 Hepa filter 1
6 XR1008 Comfort belt with shoulder straps 1
7 XR1009 Flex air hose (inc Flame Retardant cover) 1
8 XR1010 Flame Retardant hose cover 1
9 XR1011 Head gear inc air duct 1
10 XR1012 Sweat band for head gear 5
11 XR1013 Head gear fittings kit, one set left and right and hook
screws for the front of the air duct
1
12 XR1014 Face seal and fixings 1
13 XR1020 Helmet with face seal and head gear 1
14 XR1016 BATTERY Li/ion 1
15 XR1017 Universal charger 1
16 XR1001 Nylon carry bag 1
PAPR SPARE PARTS LIST

XR940A Powered Air Accessories
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Panther Fingertip
Sensitivity TIG Glove
GOAT SKIN WITH COW HIDE CUFF Stock Code P3838/P
FEATURES
Reinforced Thumb
Reinforced Wrist Patch
Extra Long Cuff (15cm)
FEATURES
Worn Over Garments to Protect Body
and Arms from Sparks and Spatter
Stand Up Collar
Adjustable Wrists
Inside Pocket
Side Take Up Straps
Kevlar®Stitched
1.2mm Thick Cow Hide
Panther Leather
Welding Jacket
SPLIT COW HIDE Stock Code P3788

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Panther Gauntlet
COW SPLIT LEATHER Stock Code P3825/P FEATURES
Double Kevlar®Stitched
Reinforced Palm and Thumb
Extra Length Cuff (19cm)

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