10
NOVA
1
®
PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INITIAL USE - BE TRAINED AND MEDICALLY QUALIFIED
Do not use this respirator until you have read this manual and the flow control device Instruction
Manual (additional copies available at rpbsafety.com) and been trained in the respirator’s use,
maintenance, and limitations by a qualified individual (appointed by your employer) who is
knowledgable about the RPB
®
NOVA 1
®
respirator.
Do not wear this respirator until you have passed a medical evaluation using a medical
questionnaire or an initial medical examination by a qualified physician or other licensed health
care professional (PLHCP).
Allergens:
No known common allergens are used in this product.
Some materials could cause an allergic reaction in susceptible individuals. If you have a known
allergy or develop irritation, inform your employer. Irritation may occur from lack of cleaning.
Following all cleaning and care instructions provided in the instruction manuals for this and any
other RPB
®
products you are using.
MAKE SURE THE SYSTEM IS READY FOR USE
Make sure you have a complete system.
Verify that you have all required components for the
NOVA 1
®
to serve as a complete EN 14594 and AS/NZS 1716 approved respirator:
Respirator Helmet Assembly (NOVA 1
®
)
Breathing Tube Assembly and Flow Control Device (Constant Flow Valve or C40
®
Climate Control Device)
Breathing Air Line
See Respirator Component Diagram (page 6).
The RPB
®
NOVA 1
®
is only approved to be used with
the RPB
®
Constant Flow Valve or the RPB
®
C40
®
Climate Control Device. Use only authentic
RPB
®
brand parts and components that are part of the approved respirator assembly. Using
incomplete or inappropriate equipment, including the use of counterfeit or non-RPB
®
parts, can
result in inadequate protection and will void the approval of the entire respirator. Do not modify or
alter any part of this product.
Inspect
all components daily for signs of damage or wear and tear that may reduce the level
of protection originally provided. Remove any damaged component or product, including any
helmet or visor that has been subject to impact, from service until repaired or replaced. Scratched
or damaged safety lenses or other components should be replaced with genuine RPB
®
brand
replacement parts. When safety and impact lenses are replaced, make sure to remove any
additional protective film from both sides of the lens. If the film is left in place, it could affect the
optical clarity of the lens and cause eye strain. Inspect the inside of the respirator for respirable dust
or other foreign objects. Keep the inside of the respirator clean at all times.
Make sure that the helmet is correctly assembled
in the configuration that suits your application.
Never use the respirator without all lenses in place. This includes the Inner and Outer Lenses.
These lenses, when installed properly, are part of the respiratory seal to prevent toxic or hazardous
gases, liquids or dust from entering the helmet. An incomplete or improperly installed lens system
