AIR SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL BB15 Manuel D'utilisation page 2

BREATHING AIR QUALITY POSITION STATEMENT
The responsibility for the quality of breathing air rests with the user. Compliance with federal, state, or local
regulations are the responsibility of the user and this recommendation does not supersede any existing rules,
regulations, or laws which may apply. Breathing air filtration products meet or exceed CGA Grade-D specifica-
tions for air quality as adopted by Federal OSHA. Compressor air quality standards meet or exceed OSHA
1910.134 requirements. When the components are used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations, the "system" meets or exceeds federal regulations presently in force. It is incumbent upon the
user to comply with any changes in the regulations or law which may occur in future situations.
The air supply compressor should be located in a safe, clean ambient air environment. This "safe" loca-
tion should be tested periodically using proper instruments to ensure clean ambient air quality on a consistent
basis. Total system Grade-D air quality should be tested at the time of initial setup. If the compressor is moved, retesting
air quality is recommended. Should the location or environment significantly change, the air quality should be retested. The
compressor filters and oil level should be checked daily and changed when contaminated or when the maximum number
of "run" hours is achieved.
This series of air filtration units should be used according to the recommendations specified in the manual. The
standard filtration package is not explosion-proof and should be located in a non-explosive environment. (An
intrinsically safe model is available, please contact the factory for information.) The carbon monoxide monitor
should be calibrated monthly or if the accuracy of the monitor is in question. System air quality should be tested
for, but not limited to, the following Grade-D air components:
The maximum allowable level of these air quality components varies depending on
Grade-D or E requirements. Contact sales for a copy of the latest standards.
Our Breathing Air compressors and filtration systems meet all of the following federal
specifications when used and serviced in accordance with our instructions.
FILTRATION EFFICIENCY
1st Stage
2nd Stage
3rd Stage
CO - Carbon Monoxide
CO
H O - Water (Moisture Content)
2
Hydrocarbons (Oil Mist)
Total Particulates
Federal OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134
"Compressor Operations for Breathing Air"
Army Corps of Engineers EM385-1-1,
paragraph 07b-11-4,
"Compressed Breathing Air"
Particulate/Bulk Liquid Separation
Oil Coalescing and
Particulate
Activated Charcoal
Note: Filter Change Indicators are standard on all models except the BB15 series.
-3-
O - Oxygen
2
- Carbon Dioxide
2
Auto Drain and Filter change indicator.
Removes 95% bulk particulate and liquids
@ 5 microns
Ultra Fine
Auto Drain and Filter change indicator.
Removes oil and particulate to 99.9998%
@ 0.01 microns
Manual Drain and Filter change indicator.
Removes organic vapors, odors, and
tastes. Less than 0.003 pp/wt remaining
oil content