3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Instructions
Insert filter/cartridge into filter cover. Ensure If installed correctly, the Inspect the PAPR components If using a filter cover, the size of the filter the latching tab snaps into place. filter/cartridge label should appear (motor/blower, breathing tube, Charge the battery in the battery cover must match the size of the in the window of the filter battery, filter/filter cover, head charger cradle prior to use. Ensure filter/cartridge provided to you for your cover. HEPA filter shown (PURPLE). gear) to ensure that no parts are the battery clicks into place. The specific job hazards. Example chemical/HEPA missing or damaged. cradle will indicate the status of the cartridge shown at left (BLACK/PURPLE label) battery charge. and HEPA filter shown at right (PURPLE label).
Remove the Turn the motor/blower Place the hinge side of the battery pack from ON. Let the unit run filter/cartridge into the Insert the air flow indicator If not above the charger Attach the battery pack for 1 minute. motor/blower. A distinct click will Press the TEST button on the bottom into the outlet on the the minimum level, do cradle by pressing into the bottom of the be heard. Gently pull to ensure a of the battery to confirm sufficient motor/blower. With the NOT use the on the blue motor/blower. A distinct firm connection. charge. air flow indicator in a unit. Remove it from use button. click will be heard. Gently vertical position, ensure and check the battery pull the battery to ensure it the floating ball is at or and filter/cartridge, or is firmly attached. above the minimum flow have it serviced. If level for your zone on minimum air flow is the attached chart. achieved, proceed with these PAPR instructions. For questions regarding PAPR use, contact the Occupational Hygiene & Safety (OHS) Division of the Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) at 919-684-5996. Shown: 3M ™ Versaflo™ TR-600 10/2020 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Instructions
Perform a low flow alarm test by Insert the air flow indicator into blocking air flow with your palm. The the outlet of the breathing If not above the minimum level, Attach the breathing tube to the motor/blower unit should emit an Twist ¼ turn clockwise tube. With the air flow Attach the breathing re-inspect the breathing tube for hood. Push the end of the audible alarm and show a flashing red to lock. Gently pull on indicator in a vertical position, tube end (with metal blockage or damage. Replace the breathing tube into the air inlet of light in ~30 seconds. If no alarm the breathing tube to ensure the floating ball is at or prongs) to the breathing tube if minimum air the hood. You will hear a click. sounds, remove it from use and have it ensure a good above the minimum flow level. motor/blower unit. flow is not achieved, then re- Gently pull to confirm the serviced. If the alarm sounds, connection. proceed with these PAPR instructions. check air flow. Turn breathing tube is secure. motor/blower unit OFF to continue assembly. Follow “Post PAPR Use Instructions” (page 5) of this document upon completion of work tasks.
Turn ON the motor/blower.
Don the motor/blower with the Follow instructions Ensure additional PPE is in place Attach the motor/blower to the breathing tube around the for "Donning Loose-Fitting before starting work tasks. PAPR belt. Insert the prongs on the waist and at the back. Headgear for PAPRs“ on back of the motor/blower into the pages 3 & 4 of this Once the PAPR has been donned, grommets on the belt. Slide the belt document. fan speed can be adjusted using the upward to secure into place. blue fan button adjacent to the power button (600 model) or the blue power button (300+ model) (shown in step 10). For questions regarding PAPR use, contact the Occupational Hygiene & Safety (OHS) Division of the Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) at 919-684-5996. Shown: 3M ™ Versaflo™ TR-600 10/2020
Which type of headgear are you using?
A B C A C If the headgear is equipped with To continue donning/doffing your B an adjustable plastic suspension, headgear, proceed to the section There are three general types of loose-fitting headgear for PAPRs: it may be adjusted to achieve a that matches your headgear type. Prior to donning the headgear, A) Headcover comfortable fit. If the headgear ensure that the headgear is B) Hood with single shroud is new, remove attached to the motor/blower C) Hood with double shroud the protective with the breathing tube, the motor/blower is worn Regardless of the PAPR headgear that you use, follow these film on the at the back and turned ON. important steps. visor.
A
Pull the headcover over To ensure the best fit, With the breathing your head so the visor is in the elastic edge of the If required, perform tube attached and THIS HEADCOVER IS TOO SMALL FOR front of your face. headcover should hand hygiene. laying over your contact your face Air will flow around THE USER HEADCOVER shoulder, bring the The comfort pad should be under the chin, and in the face. Don any remaining PPE as headcover to your worn at the forehead, front of the ears. The This is a properly required by your department. Properly fitting headgear will be comfortable to wear and front. just above the eyebrows. headcover should not fitting headcover protect the user as intended. In these photos, the small cover the ears. (shown above). circumference of the head suspension does not allow the comfort pad to be worn at the forehead. Additionally, the visor is too close to the face. DONNING PROCEDURE COMPLETE For questions regarding PAPR use, contact the Occupational Hygiene & Safety (OHS) Division of the Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) at 919-684-5996. 10/2020
B
If required, perform hand hygiene. Adjust the single shroud so that it drapes over the With the breathing tube attached and laying Pull the hood over your head so the shoulders. over your shoulder, bring the single shroud visor is in front of your face. The elastic edge of the hood should contact Don any remaining PPE hood to your front. your face under the chin, and in front of The single shroud is designed to lie OUTSIDE the as required by The comfort pad should be worn the ears. protective garment being worn, NOT INSIDE. your department. HOOD WITH SINGLE SHROUD Gather the shroud to expose the hood at the forehead, just above opening. the eyebrows. You should feel air flowing around the face. DONNING PROCEDURE COMPLETE
C
The inner shroud should be tucked With the breathing tube Pull the hood over your head so into your protective attached and laying over your the visor is in front of your garment all around If required, perform The double shroud shoulder, bring the hood to face. The comfort pad should be Adjust the outer hand hygiene. your front. the neck. hood has an inner soft worn at the forehead, above the Grab the inner Tuck the inner shroud so that it shroud that goes Gather the shrouds at the eyebrows. The elastic edge shroud in shroud in and around drapes over the UNDER the protective Don any remaining back of the hood and under should be under the chin, and in the front. the FRONT, BACK, shoulders, garment and an outer PPE as required by the breathing tube front of the ears. and SIDES of OUTSIDE shroud that lays OVER your protective your department.
HOOD WITH DOUBLE SHROUD connection to expose the of your protective the protective You should feel air flowing hood opening. garment. garment. garment. around the face. DONNING PROCEDURE COMPLETE
For questions regarding PAPR use, contact the Occupational Hygiene & Safety (OHS) Division of the Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) at 919-684-5996. 10/2020 5
Do not use organic solvents (e.g., toluene, paint thinner) or abrasive cleaners as they may weaken and damage the The PAPR assembly should be When PAPR headgear is plastic. cleaned regularly. Cleaner/Disinfectant known or suspected to be Remove gloves and Doffing Headgear Follow the hygiene practices Do not use cleaners that leave a contaminated, it should be perform hand hygiene. established for your worksite In general, many commonly used water-based residue. cleaned with gloved hands Lean forward slightly and remove the for the specific hard-surface cleaners may also be used that will before doffing. Don a new pair of headgear by grabbing from top, tipping Do not allow liquid to enter the air contaminants to which the not damage the PAPR system. See Tables A and gloves. forward, and pulling away from inlet port or breathing tube port. respirator assembly has been A2 in the Inspection, Cleaning, and Storage face. Take care not to touch skin with exposed. Procedures for 3M™ Versaflo™ PAPR TR-300, head cover or breathing tube. TR-300+, and TR-600 for a list of tested cleaners and their effects. Choose a product from this list to prevent potential damage to the PAPR.
Remove gloves and perform Unbuckle the PAPR hand hygiene. motor/blower from waist. Remove and When PAPR headgear is reused, charge it should be cleaned and/or Clean the Motor/Blower, Battery Pack, Belt and Breathing Tube the PAPR battery Clean Storage disinfected after each shift or for the next user. when appropriate. Follow the The outer surfaces of the motor/blower assembly and battery pack may be Inspect the PAPR for any appropriate cleaning and/or wiped with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of water and mild, pH neutral damage. Store the PAPR disinfection procedures as detergent. When appropriate, use disinfectant wipe(s) to thoroughly disinfect components in a designated area defined by your department. the outside of the motor/blower and breathing tube. that is clean and free from contaminants. For questions regarding PAPR use, contact the Occupational Hygiene & Safety (OHS) Division of the Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) at 919-684-5996. Shown: 3M ™ Versaflo™ TR-600 10/2020