Advantage 400
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Safety Regulations
MSA
GB
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Safety Regulations
1.1
Correct Use
Respiratory protective filters [gas filters, particle filters, combined filters] are used together with a
face piece [full face mask, half mask or in connection with turbo filtering devices] as filtering de-
vices for respiratory protection if the ambient atmosphere contains hazardous material, i.e. haz-
ardous gases and vapours [toxic gases] as well as particles [dusts, fumes, mists, sprays].
The mask and the filters described in this manual comply with Directive 89/686 EEC or Regulation
(EU) 2016/425, respectively and are tested and certified by the Institut für Arbeitsschutz der
DGUV (IFA), Alte Heerstraße 111, 53757 Sankt Augustin, Germany, CE 0121.
The Declaration of Conformity can be found under the following link: https://MSAsafety.com/DoC
It is imperative that this operating manual be read and observed when using the product. In par-
ticular, the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use and operation of the product,
must be carefully read and observed. Furthermore, the national regulations applicable in the us-
er's country must be taken into account for a safe use.
Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compliance. This also
applies especially to unauthorised alterations to the product and to commissioning work that has
not been carried out by MSA or authorised persons.
1.2
Liability Information
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as in-
tended. The selection and use of the product are the exclusive responsibility of the individual op-
erator.
Product liability claims, warranties also as guarantees made by MSA with respect to the product
are voided, if it is not used, serviced or maintained in accordance with the instructions in this man-
ual.
1.3
Safety Instructions
Oxygen content and toxic material concentration
This respiratory protective device does not supply oxygen.
The permitted minimum oxygen concentration of ambient air is governed by national regulations.
They have different values for minimum levels of oxygen and this must be taken into account for
safe use [typically in the range 17% to 19.5%].
Type and concentration of the hazard in the ambient atmosphere must be known to the extent that
use of a filtering device is permissible. In case of doubt use a supplied air breathing apparatus.
Caution must be given in oxygen enriched atmospheres [ignition] or possibly explosive atmos-
pheres [e.g. through solvents].
Hazardous gases that are heavier than air may have a higher concentration near the ground.
Danger!
This product is supporting life and health. Inappropriate use, maintenance or servicing
may affect the function of the device and thereby seriously compromise the user's life.
Before use the product operability must be verified. The product must not be used if the
function test is unsuccessful, it is damaged, a competent servicing/maintenance has not
been made, genuine MSA spare parts have not been used.
