User Instructions
Doc ID:
PL 0004
Effective Date:
04/20/21
Revision:
0
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USER INSTRUCTIONS CONTENT AND FORMAT
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USER INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
This respirator can help reduce inhalation exposures to certain contaminants but cannot eliminate the risk of
contracting infection, illness, or disease. OSHA and other government agencies have not established safe exposure
limits for these contaminants.
For additional information on this respirator, please call us at +1-713-364-2363.
IMPORTANT
Prior to use, wearer must read and understand the User Instructions. Keep this document for future reference.
INTENDED USE
The N95 Particulate respirator is intended for use as an air-purifying respirator from particles such as those from
sanding, grinding, sweeping, sawing, bagging, or processing minerals, coal, iron ore, flour, metal, wood, pollen, and
certain other substances. Liquid or non-oil-based particles from sprays that do not emit oil aerosols or vapors.
DO NOT USE PRODUCT FOR Gases and vapors, oil aerosols, asbestos, arsenic, cadmium, lead, 4,4'-
methylenedianiline (MDA) or sandblasting; concentrations that exceed 10 times the PEL / OEL, specific OSHA
standards, or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower. This respirator does not supply oxygen.
USE INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Failure to follow all instructions and limitations on the use of this respirator and/or failure to wear this
respirator during all times of exposure to contaminates can reduce respirator effectiveness and may result
in illness, injury, or death.
2.
Leave the contaminated area immediately and contact supervisor If dizziness, Irritation, or other distress
occurs.
3.
Before occupational use of this respirator, a written respiratory protection program must be implemented
meeting all local government requirements. In the United States, employers must comply with of OSHA 29
CFR 1910.134, which includes medical evaluation, training, and fit testing, and where applicable, OSHA
substance specific standards.
4.
Inspect respirator before each use to ensure that It is in good operating condition. Examine all the respirator
parts for signs of damage Including the two headbands, strap welds, nose-bar, and nose-foam. The respirator
should be disposed of immediately upon observation of damaged or missing parts. Filtering respirators are
to be inspected prior to each use to assure there are no holes in the breathing zone and no damage has
occurred. Enlarged holes resulting from ripped or torn filter material around strap welds are considered
damage; immediately replace respirator if damaged.
5.
If the respirator becomes damaged, or excessive clogging of the respirator makes breathing difficult, replace
it with a new one and dispose of used product in accordance with applicable regulations.
6.
When not in use, store the respirator in original packaging in a temperature & humidity-controlled area
(-20°C to 38°C and up to 80% RH).
USE LIMITATIONS
1.
This respirator does not supply oxygen. Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
2.
DO NOT use in atmospheres containing oil aerosols, or for protection against gases or vapors.
3.
DO NOT use for sandblasting, paint-spraying or asbestos remediation operations.
4.
DO NOT use when concentrations of contaminants are immediately dangerous to life and health, are
unknown, or when concentrations exceed 10 times the permissible exposure limit (PEL), or according to
specific OSHA standards or applicable government regulations, whichever is lower.
5.
DO NOT alter, abuse, or misuse this respirator.
6.
DO NOT use with beards, other facial hair, or other conditions that may prevent a good seal between the
face and the sealing surface of the respirator.
7.
Respirators can help protect your lungs against certain airborne contaminants, however, they will not
prevent entry through other routes such as the skin, which would require additional personal protective
equipment (PPE).
8.
This respirator is designed for workplace/occupational use by adults who are trained in their use and
limitations. This respirator is not designed to be used by children.
9.
Individuals with a compromised respiratory system, such as asthma or emphysema, should consult a
physician and must complete a medical evaluation prior to use.
TIME USE LIMITATION
Single Use - Single User. Do not share respirators. If respirator becomes damaged, soiled, or breathing becomes
difficult, leave the area immediately and replace the respirator. Use within one (1) year of Date of Manufacture.
