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Spectrum Series® Continuous Flow Airline
Respirator Instruction Manual
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WARNING
6. DO NOT modify or alter this respirator in any manner. Use only NIOSH approved Bullard Spectrum components and replacement parts manufactured
by Bullard for use with this respirator. Failure to use NIOSH approved components and replacement parts such as hoses and flow-control devices,
voids NIOSH approval of the entire respirator, invalidates all Bullard warranties, and may cause death, lung disease or exposure to other hazardous or
life-threatening conditions.
7. Inspect all components of this respirator system daily for signs of wear, tear or damage that might reduce the degree of protection originally provided.
Immediately replace worn or damaged components with NIOSH approved Bullard Spectrum components or remove respirator from service. (See
INSPECTION, CLEANING AND STORAGE section for proper maintenance of the Spectrum respirator.)
8. Be certain your employer has determined that the breathing air source provides at least Grade D breathable air. This respirator must be supplied with
clean breathable air at all times.
9. DO NOT connect the respirator’s air supply hose to nitrogen, oxygen, toxic gases, inert gases or other unbreathable, non-Grade D air sources. To
prevent this, airline couplings used for this respirator shall be incompatible with outlet for other gas systems. Check the air source before using the
respirator. Failure to connect to the proper air source may result in serious injury or your death.
10. DO NOT use this respirator in poorly ventilated areas or confined spaces such as tanks, small rooms, tunnels or vessels, unless the confined space is
well ventilated and contaminant concentrations are below the upper limit recommended for this respirator. In addition, follow all procedures for confined
space entry, operation and exit as defined in applicable regulations and standards, including 29 CFR 1910.146.
11. If you have any questions concerning the use of this respirator, or if you are not sure whether the atmosphere you are working in is immediately dangerous to
life or health (IDLH), ask your employer. All instructions for the use and care of this product must be supplied to you by your employer as recommended by the
manufacturer and as required by Federal Law (29 CFR 1910.134).
12. DO NOT use this respirator for abrasive blasting or underwater diving.
CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
A. Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 percent oxygen.
B. Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
C. Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards.
D. Air-line respirators can be used only when the respirators are supplied with respirable air meeting the requirements of CGA G-7.1 Grade D or higher quality.
E. Use only the pressure ranges and hose lengths specified in the User’s Instructions.
J. Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.
M. All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used and maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA and other applicable regulations.
N. Never substitute, modify, add or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration specified by the manufacturer.
O. Refer to User’s Instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these respirators.
S. Special or Critical User’s Instruction, and/or specific use limitations apply. Refer to User’s Instructions before donning.
For technical assistance, call or write:
Bullard
1898 Safety Way
Cynthiana, KY 41031-9303
Toll-Free: 800-827-0423
Phone: 859-234-6611
Facsimile: 859-234-6858
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