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riot control agent gas masks

instructions
parts list

NIOSH approved for respiratory protection in
atmospheres containing CN and CS and particu-
lates under the 42 CFR 84 P100 classification
(99.97% efficiency level) against all particulate
aerosols, including oil-based aerosols.

NIOSH approval

See inside for instructions, warnings and limitations.
See separate insert for NIOSH Approval Matrix.

Phalanx

Alpha

Phalanx

Beta

and Ultra Elite

®

TAL 704 (L) Rev. 11

© MSA 2007

Print Spec. 10005389(F) Mat. 487373

Doc. 487373

Summary of Contents for Phalanx Alpha

Page 1: ...under the 42 CFR 84 P100 classification 99 97 efficiency level against all particulate aerosols including oil based aerosols NIOSH approval See inside for instructions warnings and limitations See separate insert for NIOSH Approval Matrix Phalanx Alpha Phalanx Beta and Ultra Elite TAL 704 L Rev 11 MSA 2007 Print Spec 10005389 F Mat 487373 Doc 487373 ...

Page 2: ...es vapors NIOSH approved for CN chloroacetophenone and CS chlorobenzylidene malononitrile and all particulate aerosols including oil based aerosols listed on the canister label from the inhaled air Inhaled air is drawn through the canister which con tains chemicals and a P100 filter that removes or neutralizes the contaminants The air is then drawn through the facepiece where it passes over the le...

Page 3: ...w all warnings and limita tions specified Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury or death PREPARATIONS FOR USE There are five inspection points listed below that must be checked before donning the respirator Under no circumstances should a respirator that fails inspection be used The respirator must be repaired or replaced 1 Head harness Check to see that the head harness straps st...

Page 4: ...akage is detected around the facial seal readjust head harness straps and repeat test until there is no leakage If other than facial seal leakage is detected the condition must be investigated and corrected before another test is made The facepiece must pass the tightness test before the user should attempt to enter any toxic atmosphere The mask will not furnish protection unless all inhaled air i...

Page 5: ...This mask must be kept in good condition to function properly When any part shows evidence of failure it must be replaced immediately with the proper part CLEANING AND DISINFECTING The facepiece assembly with canister removed should be cleaned after each use with MSA Cleaner Disinfectant Liquid P N 697284 maximum 120 F 1 Immerse soiled equipment in the solution and scrub gently with a soft brush u...

Page 6: ... determine or check with the safety office to verify that the protective equipment to be used is sufficient for exposure to their particular hazard and contamination level Mis use of the protective equipment can result in serious personal injury or death During the Stay in the CBA Contaminated Area 1 It is recommended that the area be real timed monitored with alarm for exposure levels of the cont...

Page 7: ...Failure to follow accepted safety and protection procedures when exposed to hazardous atmospheres can result in serious personal injury or death WARNING TAL 704 L Rev 11 487373 7 ...

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