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d. Breathing becomes difficult
e. Dizziness or other distress occurs
f. Contaminants can be tasted or smelled, or an
irritation occurs
• Use of the Flo-Pod™ system in the ‘power-off’ state
will offer little or no respiratory protection and is
regarded as an abnormal situation. In the ‘power-off’
state a rapid build up of carbon dioxide and depletion
of oxygen within the hood may occur.
• The Flo-Pod™ system must not be worn in restricted
spaces (e.g. tunnels, unventilated tanks or pits) due
to the risk of oxygen deficiency or presence of heavy
oxygen-displacing gases (e.g. carbon dioxide).
• Never attempt to remove filter canisters from the Flo-
Pod™ turbo unit in a contaminated atmosphere.
• The user should not confuse the filter markings of
EN12941 (protection class when worn with a Flo-
Pod™ turbo unit) with markings relating to any other
standards.
• The Flo-Pod™ system is not designed to be used for
abrasive blasting operations or in applications with
a high flammability risk. Alternative PPE offering the
necessary level of protection should be utilised for
such applications.
• The Flo-Pod™ system should not be worn in working
environments that require the wearing of safety
helmets or where protection against non-ionizing
radiation is necessary.
• Flo-Pod™ suits are manufactured from non-
breathable materials. Users who show signs of
excessive stress such as fever, nausea, dizziness, eye
irritation, difficulty in breathing, becoming fatigued or
any unusual order or taste, should leave the working
environment immediately and remove themselves
from the suit. The wearing of a Flo-Pod™ suit with a
view to duration, protection, comfort and heat stress
is generally the sole responsibility of the user. Respirex
assumes no responsibility for improper use of the Flo-
Pod™ suit. The Respirex Koolvest™ which maintains
a comfortable cooling level of 18
o
C by means of pre-
charged KoolPacks can be worn in combination with
the Flo-Pod™ suit. For further information please
contact Respirex International Ltd, contact details
can be found at the rear of these instructions.
• Materials used in the construction of the system are
not known to cause allergic reactions to the majority
of individuals. The system contains no components
made from natural rubber latex.
• Always use compatible PPE, e.g. gloves and safety
footwear advised by Respirex.
• Do not attempt to service the Flo-Pod™ suit; the suit
contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Usable temperature range -10
o
C to +40
o
C at a
humidity of <90%.
Pre-Checks
To ensure proper functioning, the suit and all component
parts should be inspected for damage prior to use. Do
not use any suit which shows signs of failure which may
reduce the degree of protection intended.
1. Select the correct size suit, remove from
packaging and fold out.
2. Carry out a thorough visual inspection for any
damage that may impair correct operation.
3. Check the suit is free from contamination, both
externally and internally.
4. Check the suit is free from tears and holes, paying
particular attention to the seam areas.
5. Check that product marking is clearly legible.
6. Check the zipper operates correctly.
7. Check that vision through the visor is not obscured
by large scratches or scuff marks.
8. Where applicable, check that gloves have been
correctly fitted to the suit.
9. Ensure the expiry date printed on the P3 filter
canister has not been exceeded.
10. It is recommended that the exhalation valves are
part of the visual pre-check. If the valve diaphragm
is distorted or damaged in any way the suit should
not be used.
11. Ensure the battery pack has been charged as
detailed in the instructions supplied with the Flo-
Pod™ turbo unit, and/or that sufficient charge
remains to power the turbo unit for the likely
duration of the relevant work task.
