8
™
repaired or replaced. Damaged components should be replaced with genuine RPB
®
brand
replacement parts. Keep the inside of the Ear Defenders and respirator clean at all times.
Make sure that the respirator with Quiet-Link
™
Ear Defenders is correctly assembled.
Verify that
you have the appropriate equipment for your activity. As applicable, check your workplace safety
program, standards and regulations for your activity or industry. (See PROTECTION PROVIDED
AND LIMITATIONS, page 4.)
BEFORE DONNING THE A RESPIRATOR FITTED WITH THE QUIET-LINK
™
EAR DEFENDERS:
Verify the Quiet-Link
™
provides sufficient hearing protection for the noise levels in you work area:
Determine the noise levels in the work area and verify that with the use of Quiet-Link
™
that
the noise levels will not exceed those allowed by applicable OSHA, EPA, NIOSH or local
regulations and recommendations.
If you have any questions, ask your employer.
QUIET-LINK™ HELMET MOUNTED EARMUFFS MUST BE:
worn at all times in noisy surroundings.
fitted, adjusted and maintained in accordance with these instructions.
regularly inspected for serviceability.
If these recommendations are not adhered to, the protection afforded
by the helmet mounted earmuffs will be severely impaired.
DO NOT ENTER THE WORK AREA
if any of the following conditions exist:
Any product component becomes damaged.
The Quiet-Link
™
pads are not sealed completely around your ears.
You have any other reason to suspect that the Quiet-Link
™
is not providing adequate protection.
PRODUCT CARE
Quiet-Link
™
helmet mounted earmuffs must be fitted, adjusted and maintained in accordance
with these instructions. Never place the Quiet-Link
™
Ear Defenders on hot surfaces. Do not apply
paints, solvents, adhesives or self-adhesive labels except as instructed by RPB
®
. This product
may be adversely affected by certain chemicals. Clean with a mild detergent and a soft cloth or
a disinfectant wipe. Cleaning agents used must not be harmful to the wearer. Allow foam to air
dry completely before use. After use, clean the earmuffs before storing them.
STORAGE
Do not store in a place that is above 55
°C or 131°F or in direct sunlight, such as a car dashboard.
Earmuffs, and in particular cushions, may deteriorate with use and should be examined at
frequent intervals for cracking and leakage, for example. Replace the cushions as needed. Simply
pull off the old cushions and apply the new ones by removing the adhesive backing paper and
sticking them onto the earmuffs. If the
Quiet-Link
™
Ear Defenders
are not going to be used for a
longer period of time or for transportation, it is recommended to store in a container or a bag.
PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CONTINUED
WARNING
