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DONNING YOUR HELMET
Once you have completed the set up, you are ready to fit your RPB
®
Z-LINK
®
Respirator.
Firstly check inside the helmet to ensure that it is free of dust, dirt or contaminants. Then
open the bottom of the cape or face seal, with the air flowing from the air source, put the
respirator onto your head. Pull the cape down or make sure the face seal is sealing around
your face/neck, then tighten the head harness ratchet to fit. Make sure the visor is securely
latched.
DOFFING YOUR HELMET
When you have finished working, keep the respirator on with air flowing into the helmet until
you have left the contaminated area. Depending on the contaminants, it may be advisable
to clean the exterior of the helmet and your work garments before removing the respirator. A
workplace cleaning program may be necessary.
DONNING AND DOFFING
Before storing the respirator, clean the unit following the cleaning instructions in this
instruction manual. Be sure it is clean, both inside and out. After use, store the respirator by
hanging it up in a clean, dry place, away from the work area. If the Z-LINK
®
isn’t going to be
used for a longer period of time, it is recommended to store or transport it in a container or a
bag. Store in a cool dry place between -10°C to +45°C (14°F to 113°F) <90%rh.
After use:
Long term storage or transport:
STORAGE
FIGURE 19.1
FIGURE 19.2
PX4 AIR
®
may need to be stored separately, refer to the PX4 AIR
®
Instruction manual for
specific storage instructions.
Always check the interior of the respirator for contaminants before
donning. Always don and doff the helmet while outside the work area, keeping the interior
of the helmet clean and free of contaminants. Not doing these steps could expose you to
hazardous materials, and contaminants that could impair the function of the respirator.
WARNING