RPB NIOSH PX4 AIR, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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PX4 AIR ®
use the FR (Fire Retardant) specific model of the PX4 AIR ® with the FR belt and spark arrester.
The PX4 AIR ® must always be used with the correct filter(s), the front cover and the prefilter
cover to form a complete system. An incomplete system could provide inadequate respiratory
protection.
See Respirator Setup and Care (page 12).
VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR ACTIVITY
Verify that the PX4 AIR ® provides appropriate protection for your activity. As applicable, check
your workplace safety program, respiratory protection program, and standards and regulations for
your activity or industry. (See PROTECTION PROVIDED AND LIMITATIONS, page 4.)
BEFORE DONNING THE PX4 AIR ® :
Verify airborne contaminants are within recommended limits for respirator use:

Determine the type and level of contamination. Verify that airborne contaminant
concentrations do not exceed those allowed by applicable OSHA, EPA, or NIOSH
regulations and recommendations for powered air purifying respirators or supplied air
respirators.
Select the correct filter cartridge for the contamination and application:

PAPR: Once the contamination level has been confirmed, determine the correct filter
cartridge to be used for the application, to make sure that you are sufficiently protected.
Make sure the area is ventilated and monitored:
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Make sure that the area is well ventilated and that regular air samples are taken to
confirm the atmosphere stays within the levels recommended by OSHA and other
governing bodies.
If you have any questions, ask your employer.
DO NOT ENTER THE WORK AREA if any of the following conditions exist:

Atmosphere is immediately dangerous to life or health.
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You cannot escape without the aid of the respirator.
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Atmosphere contains less than 19.5% oxygen.
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If flammable or explosive atmosphere is present. This system contains electrical parts that
are not suitable for use in such environments. The PX4 AIR
®
is not intrinsically safe.
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Contaminants are in excess of regulations or recommendations.
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Contaminants or contaminant concentrations are unknown.
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Work area is poorly ventilated.
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The work area is a confined space (unless proper measures are taken).
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The temperature is outside the range of 14°F to 131°F (-10°C to +55°C).
LEAVE THE WORK AREA IMMEDIATELY IF:
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Any product component becomes damaged.
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Vision is impaired.
PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED