TORNADO T1 Operating and Maintenance Instructions
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1. 4 Please refer to the T POWER or T A LINE User Manual for further information AFTER USE WARNING DO NOT remove the face piece until safely clear of the hazardous area 1 Remove the hood disconnect the hose and if required use a sponge moistened in warm water to clean and sanitise the face piece and outer hose CAUTION DO NOT use solvent or detergent cleaners as they may cause damage DO NOT allow water to enter the breathing hose 2 Care should be taken not to scratch the visor If the head cover or face seal is damaged in any way it should be replaced STORAGE When not in use the equipment should be stored in a clean dry environment away from direct heat sources between 10 C and 30 C at a humidity of less than 65 RH MAINTENANCE Carry out a thorough inspection of all component parts before and after each occasion of use paying particular attention to the exhale valve flap The valve flap must be replaced annually regardless of condition Valve flaps in storage have a shelf life of five years after which time they should be discarded Exhalation valve flaps are marked with a code indicating the year of manufacture The code 07 corresponds to 2007 and a dot is added each year thereafter so 07 would equate to 2008 TORNADO T1 RECORD INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE DETAILS Record test and maintenance details on the Inspection and Maintenance Record Sheet provided at th2. A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A TORNADO T1 Operating and Maintenance Instructions WARNINGS Before using this equipment read the contents of EN 529 2005 and familiarise yourself with the requirements for respiratory protective devices and their potential effects on the wearer TORNADO system users must be familiar with workplace hazards prior to using the equipment and must be fully trained in the use of the apparatus TORNADO head tops must be used with a T POWER blower or T A LINE Read this Manual and the T A LINE or T POWER and T FILTER User Manuals prior to using the equipment T POWER must be fitted with filters selected from the TORNADO range of filters which are appropriate for the workplace hazard This product must only be used with Protector branded filters manufactured by Scott Health and Safety Limited The use of any other filters will negate the approval and will be likely to reduce the level of protection provided DO NOT confuse the EN 12941 and EN 12942 TORNADO filter markings with filter markings relating to other EN standards DO NOT use T1 in confined spaces oxygen deficient atmospheres lt 19 5 oxygen enriched atmospheres gt 23 or where there is an immediate hazard to life or health DO NOT use if the ambient temperature is outside of the range 10 C to 50 C Humidity levels up to 95 RH do not present any operational problems DO NOT use if the apparatus is damaged The head top
3. and air hose must be inspected on every occasion before use to ensure that no damage of any kind is evident e g chemical damage splits or broken stitching which could cause leakage or reduced levels of protection A monthly inspection of the apparatus is a mandatory requirement in the UK under COSHH regulations and inspection on a monthly basis is strongly recommended for all other countries Protection will only be obtained if the unit is fitted correctly Protection levels may be reduced if wind speed exceeds 2 metres per second In the unlikely event that T POWER or T A LINE fails while in a hazardous area there may be a depletion of oxygen within the head top DO NOT remove the head top LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY TORNADO head tops can be used in certain explosive and flammable atmospheres when used with T POWER which is marked as intrinsically safe It is the employer s responsibility to ensure that the intrinsic safety approval is compatible with the particular environment At very high work rates pressure in the device may become negative at peak inhalation flow It is unlikely that the requirements for leakage will be achieved if hair spectacle side arms or clothing intrude into the face seal Filters must not be fitted directly to the helmet hood TORNADO T1 SPECIFICATION Description Half Hood Classification when used with T POWER EN 12941 TH2 TIA LINE EN 1835 LDH2 Minimum Design Flow Rate 140 L min Assigne
4. d Nominal Protection Factor when used with TIPOWER 20 50 TIA LINE 20 50 Operating Temperature Limits 10 C to 50 C Material Hood Polyurethane coated nylon Visor Acetate Weight According to EN 529 2005 MARKINGS AND MEANINGS The 11 head top markings are in conformance with EN 12941 as follows SCOTT Manufacturer Scott Health amp Safety T1 SM Product name T1 Small Medium TA ML Product name T1 Medium Large CE CE mark 0086 Certifying body EN12941 Standard powered respirator EN1835 Standard air supplied TH2 Class designation EN 12941 LDH2 Class designation EN 1835 WEARING Note Remove the protective transit film from the outside and inside surfaces of the visor before donning CAUTION Whilst the materials which may come into contact with the wearer s skin are not known to be likely to cause skin irritation or other adverse effects to health they may cause allergic reactions in particularly susceptible individuals 1 Pull the face piece over the head so that the visor is in front of the face and arrange the elastic face seal under the chin 2 If necessary adjust the Velcro over head strap for a comfortable fit with no gap between the chin and the face seal see Fig 1 210 Grams TA2143 Fig 1 3 Arrange the breathing hose so that it trails freely down the back and is not kinked or looped
5. e back of this Manual Information recorded usually includes Name of employer responsible for the apparatus Make model number or identification mark of the apparatus together with a description of any distinguishing features sufficient to enable clear identification Date of the inspection maintenance together with the name signature or unique authentication mark of the examiner Condition of the apparatus details of any defects found and any remedial action taken TORNADO T1 SPARE PARTS TA2133 Item No Description Hood Small Medium Hood Medium Large Pack of 5 T1 HOOD SM Pack of 5 T1 HOOD ML Pack of 2 TORIVALVE Exhale Valve Flap Exhale Valve Cover Pack of 5 2017146 T2 HOSE Breathing Hose Pack of 3 Pack of 10 KIT96 VP Tear off Visor Cover FITTING SPARES To Replace the Hose 1 Undo the nut on the rear inner hood and withdraw the hose 2 Insert the new hose into the hood and secure with the nut Ensure that both layers of hood fabric are trapped under the nut To Replace the Exhale Valve 1 Pull the valve cover from the valve and pull the exhale valve flap from its housing 2 Fit the replacement valve and check that the valve flap lies flat on the frame Align the valve cover with the slots in the valve and snap the cover onto the valve TORNADO T1 WARRANTY The products manufactu
6. red at our factories in Skelmersdale and Vaasa carry a warranty of 12 months unless stated otherwise for parts labour and return to site The warranty period runs from the date of purchase by the end user These products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of delivery SCOTT will be under no liability for any defect arising from wilful damage negligence abnormal working conditions failure to follow the original manufacturer s instructions misuse or unauthorised alteration or repair Evidence of purchase date will need to be provided for any claims arising during the warranty period All warranty claims must be directed through SCOTT Customer Services and in accordance with our sales return procedure NOTIFIED BODIES Inspec International Limited 0194 56 Leslie Hough Way Salford Greater Manchester M6 6AJ England BSI Product Services 0086 Kitemark House Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead HP2 4SQ England
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