Fig. 15-1 Attaching airflow
indicator
Chart 1: Determining airflow indicator zone based on elevation and temperature. Recommended
use temperature range: 23°F to 131°F (-5°C to 55°C). Recommended elevation: -328 feet to 16404
feet (-100 meters to 5000 meters). Contact 3M Technical Service if intended use may be outside of
these ranges.
NOTE: If the airflow indicator ball fails to rise at or above the minimum flow level, do not use
the motor/blower unit. Refer to the 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-600
Troubleshooting Guide or contact 3M Technical Service.
7. Low flow alarm check: Check the low airflow alarm by simulating a low airflow condition. With the
motor/blower on:
• Remove the airflow indicator and tightly cover the outlet of the motor/blower with the palm of
your hand. The motor should automatically speed up, attempting to compensate for the low
airflow condition.
• Continue to press your palm tightly against the end of the outlet, making a tight seal. In less than
approx. 30 seconds, the unit will sound an audible and vibratory alarm, and the bottom bar on the
filter loading/low flow indicator will flash red. (Fig 13-5).
Fig. 15-2 Checking airflow
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