T
he Respiratory Protection Brand
®
EMPLOYERS:
Read this manual, the PX5
®
and the respirator head-top Instruction
Manuals and carry out the Employer Responsibilities.
PRODUCT USERS:
Read this manual, the PX5
®
and the respirator head-top
Instruction Manuals and follow the Product User Safety Instructions.
Manuals are regularly updated. Make sure this manual is available to all users for
reference.
Current version of this manual and other languages:
rpbsafety.com/industrial/resources
BATTERY PACK
To reduce the risk of battery fire, explosion, fire, or electric shock
with the charger, follow these precautions and procedures:
Before charging
Allow the battery to cool before charging if it feels hot.
Inspect the battery pack before every charge. If there are any cracks or damage do not
charge the battery pack.
Inspect the charger and power cords before use. Replace if any parts are damaged. Do not
substitute, modify or add parts to the charger. Do not attempt to service the charger. There
are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Use only the provided charger and cord.
Where to charge
Charge only:
indoors,
in a dry area,
away from sources of heat,
away from anything that can burn if exposed to heat or flame,
in a well-ventilated place,
where the charger can be monitored and easily observed during charging.
Battery Charging
5 hours, 500+ cycles with battery life greater than 80% of original
Battery care
Do not use the battery outside the recommended temperature limits -4° F to 140° F
(-20° C to 60° C)
Do not charge the battery outside the recommended temperature limits 32° F to 113° F
(0° C to 45° C).
Do not store the battery outside the recommended temperature limits of:
Less than 1 month: -4° F to 122° F (-20 ° C to 50° C) <90% RH
Less than 3 months: -4° F to 104° F (-20° C to 40° C) <85% RH
Less than 12 months: -4° F to 68° F (-20° C to 20° C) <85% RH
Do not disassemble or immerse the battery or charger in water or other liquids.
The battery can short if the contacts are accidentally connected by metal other than the PX5
®
or the charger. To reset the battery, place the battery on the charging station. The battery will
be ready to use again. While measures have been taken to protect the battery, damage can still
occur, so be careful not to short any contacts together.
The battery has a shelf life of 1 year.
Long term storage
The battery has a shelf life of 6 months. Charge the battery until only 2 LEDs have been displayed
on the charger for around 20 minutes before storing. Then place on the charger for 1½ hours
WARNING
RPB
®
PX5
®
Instructions for 03-856 High Capacity Battery
