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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Respirator. Before attempting to use this

product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions

carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others

around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and

satisfactory service.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This product helps protect the user from certain contaminants - the device is

equipped with a particle filter to protect the user from airborne particles (solid

and liquid aerosols). All users must read and understand these instructions and

applicable health and safety standards. If you have questions about the type

of respiratory equipment required, consult a technical expert.

DO NOT enter a hazardous area until you are sure the respirator equipment is

correctly assembled, is working properly and is properly worn.

See Section 3 for information on the auto-darkening helmet assembly.

The powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) filters contaminated air and blows

clean air into the welding helmet hood through a flexible breathing hose. The

respirator system also generates a positive air pressure to help prevent

contaminants from entering the hood. The equipment includes the equipment

listed below:

• Helmet with auto darkening lens, hood and headgear.

• Breathing hose

• Blower assembly with filtration system (spark guard cover, foam

prefilter, HEPA filter) and battery level indicator.

• Belt assembly

• Air flow speed (Low and High) indicator

•Battery charger

The respirator operates at temperatures from -5 to 55oC and provides air flow

of 170 L/pm (low speed) to 200 L/pm (high speed) - under normal conditions.

Battery life is reduced when the unit is used in a dirty environment. If the system

air flow decreases to an unsafe level an alarm will sound, the blower vibrates,

and the Danger light will flash to warn users to immediately leave the

contaminated area. Use the air flowmeter to determine if the unit is supplying

adequate amounts of clean air.