RPB PX5 PAPR, Instruction Manual

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PX5 PAPR
®
for damage or blockage. 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 PAPR is correctly assembled in the configuration that suits your application.
Never use the respirator without a HE filter in place depending on the application. It is
recommended that a prefilter always be used. For applications that produce sparks or high heat,
use the FR (Fire Retardant) specific model of the PX5
®
with the FR belt and spark arrester. The
PX5
®
must always be used with the correct filter(s), the front cover and the cowling to form a
complete system, unless otherwise specified. An incomplete system could provide inadequate
respiratory protection.
See Respirator Setup and Care (page 12).
VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR ACTIVITY
Verify that the PX5 ® provides appropriate protection for your activity. When applicable, check
your workplace safety program, respiratory protection program, and standards and regulations for
your activity or industry. (See PROTECTION PROVIDED AND LIMITATIONS, page 4.)
BEFORE DONNING THE PX5 ® :
Verify airborne contaminants are within recommended limits for respirator use:
 Determine the type and level of contamination. Verify that airborne contaminant
concentrations do not exceed those allowed by applicable OSHA, EPA, or NIOSH
regulations and recommendations for powered air purifying respirators or supplied air
respirators.
Select the correct filter cartridge for the contamination and application:
 PAPR: Once the contamination level has been confirmed, determine the correct filter
cartridge to be used for the application, to make sure that you are sufficiently protected.
Make sure the area is ventilated and monitored:

Make sure that the area is well ventilated and that regular air samples are taken to
confirm the atmosphere stays within the levels recommended by OSHA and other
governing bodies.
If you have any questions, ask your employer.
DO NOT ENTER THE WORK AREA
if any of the following conditions exist:
 Atmosphere is immediately dangerous to life or health.
 You cannot escape without the aid of the respirator.
 Atmosphere contains less than 19.5% oxygen.
 If flammable or explosive atmosphere is present. This system contains electrical parts that
are not suitable for use in such environments. The PX5
®
is not intrinsically safe.
 Contaminants are in excess of regulations or recommendations.
 Contaminants or contaminant concentrations are unknown.
 Work area is poorly ventilated.
 The work area is a confined space (unless proper measures are taken).
 The temperature is outside the range of -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to +50°C)
PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED