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PRODUCT NAME
®
PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INITIAL USE - BE TRAINED
Do not use this product until you have read this manual and the Nova 2000
®
Instruction Manual
(additional copies available at www.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 2000
®
Talk
™
.
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
2000
®
Talk
™
to serve as a complete system.
Use only authentic RPB ® brand parts and components. Using incomplete or inappropriate
equipment, including the use of counterfeit or non-RPB
®
parts, can result in inadequate function. 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 function
originally provided. Remove any damaged component or product from service until repaired or
replaced.
Make sure that the Talk
™
system is correctly assembled
in the configuration that suits your
application. An incomplete or improperly installed system could provide inadequate function.
See
Setup and Care (page 16).
VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR ACTIVITY
Verify that the Talk
™
system being used is appropriate for your activity. As applicable, check your
workplace safety program, and standards and regulations for your activity or industry. Determine if
an intrinsically safe system is needed. (See LIMITATIONS, page 4.)
DO NOT ENTER THE WORK AREA
if any of the following conditions exist:
 A flammable or explosive atmosphere is present when using the 09‑900 standard
communication system.
LEAVE THE WORK AREA IMMEDIATELY IF:
 Any product component becomes damaged.
 Communication stops working and could be a danger to your safety.
PRODUCT CARE
Never place the Talk
™
system on hot surfaces. Do not apply paints, solvents, adhesives or self-
adhesive labels except as instructed by RPB ® . This product may be adversely affected by certain
chemicals.
Clean with mild detergent and a soft cloth or a cleaning wipe.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES OR ENVIRONMENTS
Flammable or Explosive Environments
Use the 09-800 with the 09-813 PTT Intrinsically Safe model.