APPLICATIONS
USE AGAINST:
NIOSH
approved for protection against particulate aerosols free of oils.
Bal Supply, Inc. recommends this respirator for use against particulates such as flour, iron coal
and minerals.
DO NOT USE AGAINST:
1.
Vapors, paint spray, oil-based aerosols, asbestos and sand blasting.
2.
Any contaminant whose concentration is unknown, or immediately dangerous to life.
3.
Concentrations of Dust and Mists which exceed the maximum use concentration or 10
times contaminant’s permissible exposure limit established by OSHA.
WARNING:
1.
These respirators do not supply oxygen. Use only in well ventilated areas containing
sufficient oxygen to support life.
2.
Leave contaminated area immediately if the respirator becomes damaged and proper fit
cannot be obtained or breathing becomes difficult. Dispose and change the respirator.
IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS:
1.
All instructions and warnings have to be followed. Failure to do so will reduce the
efficiency of respirator and cause sickness or death.
2.
Training on the proper use of respirator must be provided by the employer in accordance
with the safety and health standard.
3.
Before occupational use of this respirator a written respiratory protection program must be
implemented meeting all the local government requirements. In the United States
employers must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 which includes medical evaluation,
training, and fit testing.
4.
Do not alter or modify the respirator.
5.
Not suitable for persons with beard or other facial hair which may reduce the efficiency of
respirator.
6.
The use and reuse of this respirator is subject to consideration of hygiene damage and
increased breathing resistance. Service time should not be extended beyond 8 total hours
of use.
7.
Store the respirators in cool place. Avoid direct exposure of sunlight during storage as the
filter media in this respirator can be degraded by extended exposure to direct sunlight.
