Agromehanika AGS 2500 EN-HP, Instructions For Use Manual

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USER MANUAL – rev.2016/12 AGS 2500/3000 EN-HP
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2.10 Personal protection
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Machine operator must use well
closed clothing and effective protection
equipment during work.
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The operator can come in contact
with chemicals through his or her skin,
mouth or nose. If you do not work safely
even the best protection equipment cannot
be of any use to you.
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Safe work with sprayers requires
full attention of machine operator,
therefore, do not listen to music with
headphones on while working.
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2.11 Protection of respiratory system
There are many different filter and protections masks
available to protect your respiratory system.
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It is recommended to use masks that protect the
whole face and are fitted with combinations of
different filters (filter for gas-smoke). An even more
efficient protection can be achieved by means of a
protection helmet in which overpressure can be
created.
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Make sure that you are using an appropriate filter:
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A (brown): used for most organic chemicals;
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B (grey): used for most inorganic chemicals;
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P (white): used only for liquid or powder chemicals;
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Combination of a brown/white filter with the mark A2P2 in the European Union is
be used for most organic chemicals. The mark A2P2 refers to a combination of
filters which provide appropriate protection against most gases and vapours that
are created by using liquid or powder chemicals. A2 refers to protection class (2)
which means that you can use the filter until it reaches a concentration of 0.5
volume-percentages. P2 refers to gas protection class (2).
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The combination B (grey/white) filter must be used in the case of handling
inorganic chemicals.
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Before using the mask check the tightness and sealing of it. Check the mask for
damages and make sure that the outer valve is clean and can be closed without any
problems.
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Write down the date of the last usage of the filter. The A2P2 filter must be replaced once
a month nevertheless how many times it was used. Filter B must be replaced after every
single use! The filter must be used within 6 months after the packaging of the filter was
opened. Make sure that used filters are destroyed in accordance with local regulations.
WARNING: To prevent inhaling and/or entering the chemicals through the
mouth it is recommended not to eat, drink or smoke while working!