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After Use
G1 Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR)
US
Water inside the facepiece, APR adapter, breathing tube, blower assembly, or air filtration cartridges/
canisters can freeze into ice and restrict airflow. Make sure that moisture does NOT go into the
facepiece, APR adapter, breathing tube, blower assembly, or air filtration cartridges/canisters when
they are not in use.
In cold weather, use the instructions in Section 7.2 "Donning in Cold Weather" to don the respirator.
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After Use
WARNING!
Do NOT doff the respirator until the respirator and protective clothing are decontaminated. Other-
wise, exposure to contaminants can occur.
Do NOT examine the respirator before it is decontaminated, cleaned, and disinfected if there is a
risk of exposure to contaminants. Decontaminate, clean and disinfect the respirator first, then
examine it.
Be careful with used air filtration cartridges/canisters, which can contain the contaminant that was
in the atmosphere during use.
Obey the decontamination and disposal procedures set by the applicable authorities.
Failure to obey these warnings can result in serious injury or death.
When protective equipment has been decontaminated, discard it as required by federal, state, and/or
local laws.
9.1
Doffing the Respirator
(1) Move the power switch to the "OFF" position.
(2) Use your fingers to pull the buckles on the head
harness forward and loosen them.
(3) Holding the facepiece, pull the head harness forward
over your head.
