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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − HELMET COOLER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING 1 1-1. Symbol Usage 1 1-2. Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SECTION 2 − BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2-1. Symbol Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2-2. Hazards . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1 − HELMET COOLER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage Helmet Cooler 2009−10 DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text. . Indicates special instructions. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
D Before each use, inspect the equipment for damage and verify it operates properly. D Dangerous contaminants may not smell or be visible. Leave the area immediately if you notice the following: . . . Breathing becomes difficult. . . . You experience dizziness, impaired vision, or eye, nose, or mouth irritation. . . . The equipment is damaged. D Do not repair, modify, or disassemble this product or use with parts or accessories not supplied by the manufacturer.
SECTION 2 − BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 2-1. Symbol Usage Small Batt 2009−10 DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text. . Indicates special instructions. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
BATTERY ACID can BURN SKIN and EYES. D Replace damaged battery. D Do not touch materials from inside a damaged battery. D Flush eyes and skin immediately with water. READ INSTRUCTIONS. D Read and follow all labels and the Owner’s Manual carefully before before using the battery or battery charger. Read the safety information at the beginning of the manual and in each section. D Dispose of battery according to local, state, and federal requirements. Do not dispose of battery in fire or water.
SECTION 3 − HELMET COOLING SYSTEM Read and follow these instructions and the safety labels carefully. This product is intended for use as a cooling device only. It is not a respiratory protective device and does not protect the user from airborne contaminants. Have an industrial hygienist test the air in your facility to determine if respiratory protection is required to provide adequate protection from contaminants in your environment.
3-2. Installing Headgear And Shroud . 1 1 After installing shroud, make sure there are no gaps between shroud and helmet edge. Standard Headgear 2 Velcro Strip 3 Cooling System Headgear 4 Shroud 5 Velcro On Shroud Remove knobs, o−rings, and washers from standard headgear. Remove headgear. 2 Use supplied towelette to clean area inside helmet where Velcro® will be installed. Allow cleaned area to dry. Remove backing from Velcro. Install Velcro strip 5/8 in. (1.
3-3. Charging The Battery 2 1 . . . used for three months or longer, fully discharge and recharge battery twice (for optimal battery life). Charge battery only with supplied charger in an open, well−ventilated location. Do not allow battery to get wet. Do not attempt to open the battery case. Keep battery away from fire or heat. . Charge battery before first use or if battery has not been used for five days. If battery was not . Dispose of battery at a designated facility. collection .
3-4. Installing The Battery 2 1 . Do not allow battery to get wet. Do not attempt to open the battery case. . Keep battery away from fire or heat. 1 Battery 2 Blower Assembly Slide battery into blower assembly until it locks into position. 3 Battery Release To remove battery, lift battery release while pulling battery away from blower assembly.
3-5. Installing The Filter 1 2 . Do not use the helmet cooling system without the spark guard screen and filter installed. . Replace damaged or dirty filter. Do not wash filter, clean with compressed air, or reuse dirty filter. . Filter is required for proper op- eration of equipment, but does not provide respiratory protection. ON /OFF 1 Cover Release 2 Spark Guard Screen 3 Filter Push on release to open cover. Install screen in cover. Install filter in recessed area on blower housing. .
3-6. Attaching The Connecting Hose . 1 Be sure connecting hose is properly installed or cooler will not work properly. Release Buttons Align hose connector (round end) with outlet on blower assembly. Press release buttons and slide hose connector over outlet until it locks in position 1 2 Locking Tab Push hose connector (rectangular end) into helmet air inlet until hose locks in position. (Locking tab should be on outside of helmet air inlet. . Do not insert hose locking tab into helmet inlet.
3-7. Operating The Controls 4 2 . Read and follow these instructions and the safety labels carefully. This product is intended for use as a cooling device only. It is not a respiratory protective device and does not protect the user from airborne contaminants. Have an industrial hygienist test the air in your facility to determine if respiratory protection is required to provide adequate protection from contaminants in your environment.
3-8. Checking The Helmet Cooling System Before Use . Read and follow these instructions and the safety labels carefully. This product is intended for use as a cooling device only. It is not a respiratory protective device and does not protect the user from airborne contaminants. Have an industrial hygienist test the air in your facility to determine if respiratory protection is required to provide adequate protection from contaminants in your environment.
3-9. Putting On The Helmet Cooling System . Do not use the equipment belt or straps as a safety harness. Place blower assembly against lower back with hose extending upwards. Fasten belt around waist. Adjust belt so unit rests comfortably against lower back. Put on helmet and adjust helmet so helmet fits snugly on head. Tighten shroud drawstring to establish a tight seal around head.
3-10. Changing Hose Length The hose can be shortened to improve comfort or meet personal requirements. 2 1 1 Connector (Blower End) 2 Collar Carefully pry collar away from connector. Do not remove collar from hose. Cut hose to desired length. Turn connector counterclockwise into hose. Push collar on connector.
3-11. Replacing Belt 1 1 Screw 2 Body Mount 3 Belt 4 Loops Remove screw and turn body mount 90° counterclockwise. Remove belt from mount. Install new new belt as shown. Reassemble mount and tighten screw.
3-12. Maintenance And Storage Replace damaged or dirty filter. Do not wash filter, clean with compressed air, or reuse dirty filter. Never use solvents or abrasive cleaning solutions to clean the helmet cooling system . Keep water and other fluids out of blower assembly. Replace shroud after 50 washings. Shroud loses its fire retardant properties with repeated washing. Verify This Statement For best performance clean the equipment after each use.
Battery run time is too short. Replace battery. Check filter and replace if necessary (see Section 3-5). A clogged filter element reduces battery life. Air supplied to helmet smells and tastes unusual; eyes and throat irritation. Continue wearing the helmet cooling system and leave the contaminated area immediately. Check contamination level of filter, and replace filter if necessary. Check hose connections to blower and shroud.
SECTION 4 − PARTS LIST 4 2 1 3 BATT H IG H OW FF /O ON 5 67 7 8 Ref. 805 193 Figure 4-1. Cool Belt Helmet Cooling System Item No. Part No. Description Quantity Figure 4-1. Cool Belt Helmet Cooling System 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 245235 . . . . . . . . . Headgear (Includes) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacement O-rings (5 Per Pkg.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5 − LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions below. Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that the new Miller equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
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