TAL 114 (L) Rev. 4 - 10090982
INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR RESPI-
RATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATORS
1. An adequate respirator protection
program must include knowledge
of hazards, hazard assessment,
selection of proper respiratory pro-
tective equipment, instruction and
training in the use of equipment,
inspection and maintenance of
equipment, and medical surveil-
lance. (See OSHA regulations, Title
29 CFR, Part 1910.134, Sub-part I
par. 1910.134 (b) (1)).
2. This respirator will perform as
designed only if used and main-
tained according to the manufactur-
er’s instructions. The Program
Administrator and the users must
read and understand these instruc-
tions before trying to use or service
this product. We encourage our cus-
tomers to write or call for information
on this product before using it.
3. This respirator may be used only
after proper instruction and train-
ing in its use as specified in OSHA
regulations (Title 29 CFR, Part
1910.134, Sub-part I, par.
1910.134 (b) (3)).
4. This respirator may not be worn in
an atmosphere which is immedi-
ately dangerous to life or health
(from which the wearer cannot
escape without the aid of a respi-
rator). Under no circumstances
should the respirator be used as
an underwater device.
5. Users must wear suitable protec-
tive clothing and precautions must
be taken so that the respirator is
not worn in atmospheres that may
be harmful to the device.
6. Do not alter, modify, or substitute
any components without the
approval of the manufacturer. Such
alterations will void the NIOSH
approval.
7. Inspect the respirator regularly and
maintain it according to the manu-
facturer’s instructions. Repairs
must only be made by properly
trained personnel.
LIMITATIONS
The OptimAir Mask-Mounted PAPR
with OptiFilter Type HE filter cartridge,
or Type HE particulate filter, are
approved as high efficiency particulate
air filter for powered air-purifying respi-
rators. Filter does not remove gases or
vapors from the air supply. No filter is
designed for all substances, Therefore,
you must know what the contaminant
is, as well as its concentration, before
selecting a respirator. This respirator
does not supply oxygen. Do not use
this respirator unless the surrounding
air contains a minimum of 19.5 percent
oxygen. The respirator may be used at
temperatures between 0°F and 120°F,
and may be worn under flame-retardant
garments. If used below 40°F, a fully-
charged battery may not operate the
motor-blower for an entire shift.
RESPIRATOR USE LIMITATION
The wearer must comply with the fol-
lowing MSA respirator use limitations:
1. Maximum Use Concentration – Do
not exceed any of the following:
a. 1000 times the exposure limit for
the contaminants present.
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