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Safekeeping and Storage
G1 Air-Purifying Respirator (APR)
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Safekeeping and Storage
WARNING!
Do NOT keep air filtration cartridge(s)/canister in a storage area with temperatures that are more than
120°F (49°C).
Failure to obey this warning can change the performance of the air filtration cartridge(s)/canister and
result in serious personal injury or death.
Only keep respirators without damage for further use.
When not in use, keep the respirator in cool, dry, clean ambient air in the original packaging.
Keep new air filtration cartridge(s)/canister in the original packaging.
Discard air filtration cartridge(s)/canister if the original packaging or carton is open or damaged.
Do not distort the facepiece during storage.
Discard the respirator and its components in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
13.1 Facepiece
WARNING!
To prevent damage to the facepiece, do NOT keep loose objects in the facepiece container.
Failure to obey this warning can result in serious injury or death.
Use a pouch or container to keep the facepiece safe.
MSA rubber products are protected by an anti-aging agent that can become visible as a light coating.
This coating is harmless and can be removed during cleaning.
To extend the life of rubber components, keep them in a cool, dry place that is protected from ultravi-
olet radiation, according to ISO 2230, Rubber Products – Guidelines for Storage.
13.2 CBRN Applications
Keep air filtration cartridge(s)/canister in the original, unopened foil bag and the original, unopened
carton.
Keep the facepiece in the bag (PN 10160855) or storage pouch (Model number 7-2954-1).
13.3 Shelf Life
WARNING!
Do NOT use air filtration cartridge(s)/canister with an expired shelf life.
Failure to obey this warning can result in serious injury or death.
Obey the shelf life expiration date stamped on the carton, packaging, and/or air filtration cartridge(s)/
canister. The expiration date applies ONLY if the air filtration cartridge(s)/canister are factory sealed
and not damaged. Otherwise, discard the air filtration cartridge(s)/canister.
