RPB Nova 2000 Talk User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Employers: Read this manual and carry out the Employer
Responsibilities (page 5).
Product users: Read this manual and follow the Product User Safety
Instructions (page 6).
Make sure this manual is available to all users for reference.
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PROTECTING YOU FOR
LIFE’S BEST MOMENTS®
NOVA 2000 TALK
®

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CONTENTS
RPB® Safety LLC is an ISO9001 certied company.
EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORDS AND SYMBOLS 2
INTRODUCTION 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
PROTECTION PROVIDED AND LIMITATIONS 4
EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES 5
PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6
SETUP AND CARE 7
RADIO COMPATIBILITY 12
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 14
WARRANTY AND LIABILITY STATEMENT 16
EXPLANATION OF SIGNALWORDS AND SYMBOLS
The following signal word and safety symbols are used in this manual and product labeling:
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Read the Instruction Manual.
Additional copies of RPB®manuals can be found at www.rpbsafety.com.
WARNING

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INTRODUCTION
The Nova 2000®Talk is an advanced in helmet communication system for use with the Nova
2000®Respirator. This is a wireless communication system with push to talk function, a noise
cancelling microphone, and comfort foam padding that connects to your industrial radios. There is
two versions of the Nova 2000®Talk. The 09-900 is the standard communication system. The
09‑800 with the 09‑813 PTT is the intrinsically safe communication system for ammable or
explosive atmospheres.
See PROTECTION PROVIDED AND LIMITATIONS (page 4) for details.

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Improper selection, t, use, or maintenance of this product can result in
injury; life threatening delayed lung, skin or eye disease; or death.
This product is intended for occupational use in accordance with applicable standards or regulations
for your location, industry, and activity (see Employer Responsibilities, page 5). Familiarity with
standards and regulations related to the use of this protective equipment is recommended, even
if they do not directly apply to you. If self-employed or if used in a non-occupational setting,
refer to Employer Responsibilities and Product User Safety Instructions. Go to rpbsafety.com/
importantsafetyinformation/ for helpful links to OSHA and other content.
Employers: Read this manual and carry out the Employer Responsibilities (page 5).
Product users: Read this manual and follow the Product User Safety Instructions (page 6).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
HAZARD LIMITATIONS
The RPB®Nova 2000®Talk™communication system is NOT FOR USE if:
In a ammable or explosive atmosphere is present when using the 09‑900 standard
communication system.
HEARING:
Hearing protection must be worn and properly tted when exposed to noise levels that exceed
the OSHA permissible exposure levels.
LIMITATIONS

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EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES
Your specic responsibilities may vary by location and industry, but in general RPB®expects that
employers will:
Follow all applicable standards and regulations for your location, industry, and activity.
Depending on your location and industry, a number of standards and regulations may apply to
your selection and use of communication systems. These may include such things as federal
(e.g., OSHA, MSHA, Canadian Occupational Health and Safety), local (e.g., state, provincial), or
military standards and regulations and consensus standards such as ANSI and CSA. Know which
requirements apply to your location and industry.
Have appropriate safety programs in place.
Have and follow a workplace safety program.
In accordance with the above,
Perform a hazard analysis and select appropriate equipment for each activity. A hazard
analysis should be performed by a qualied person. Controls should be in place as
appropriate and a qualied person should determine what kind of communication system
and hearing protection is appropriate for the intended activities and environments of use.
(For example, intrinsically safe systems, that meets or exceeds the required level for
employee protection, etc.)
As applicable, check your workplace safety program and standards and regulations for your
activity or industry for related protection requirements, and see this manual (Limitations,
page 4) and the Nova 2000® Instruction Manual for product specications.
Train employees in the Nova 2000®Talk™’s use, maintenance, and limitations.
Appoint a qualied individual who is knowledgable about the Nova 2000®Talk™ and Nova
2000®per ANSI/ASSE Z88.2 guidelines to provide training:
Section 8.1 Qualications of the Respirator Trainer. Anyone providing respirator training shall:
a) be knowledgable in the application and use of the respirator(s);
b) have practical knowledge in the selection and use of respirator(s) and work practices at
the site;
c) have an understanding of the site’s respirator program; and
d) be knowledgable of applicable regulations.
Train each Nova 2000®Talk™user in the product’s use, application, inspection, maintenance,
storage, tting, and limitations in accordance with the content of this Instruction Manual
and standard or regulatory requirements. Ensure that each intended user reads both these
documents.
Ensure that equipment is properly set up, used, and maintained.
Make sure that equipment is properly set up, inspected, tted, used, and maintained,
including selection of the appropriate type of radio for the application.
If you have any questions, contact RPB®.
Call Customer Service Department at: Tel: 1-866-494-4599, Email:
customerservice@rpbsafety.com, Web: rpbsafety.com

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PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE INITIAL USE - BE TRAINED
Do not use this product until you have read this manual and the Nova 2000®Instruction Manual
(additional copies available at www.rpbsafety.com) and been trained in the respirator’s use,
maintenance, and limitations by a qualied individual (appointed by your employer) who is
knowledgable about the RPB®Nova 2000®Talk™.
MAKE SURE THE SYSTEM IS READY FOR USE
Make sure you have a complete system. Verify that you have all required components for the Nova
2000®Talk™to serve as a complete system.
Use only authentic RPB®brand parts and components. Using incomplete or inappropriate
equipment, including the use of counterfeit or non-RPB®parts, can result in inadequate function. Do
not modify or alter any part of this product.
Inspect all components daily for signs of damage or wear and tear that may reduce the function
originally provided. Remove any damaged component or product from service until repaired or
replaced.
Make sure that the Talk™system is correctly assembled in the conguration that suits your
application. An incomplete or improperly installed system could provide inadequate function. See
Setup and Care (page 16).
VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR ACTIVITY
Verify that the Talk™system being used is appropriate for your activity. As applicable, check your
workplace safety program, and standards and regulations for your activity or industry. Determine if
an intrinsically safe system is needed. (See LIMITATIONS, page 4.)
DO NOT ENTER THE WORK AREA if any of the following conditions exist:
A ammable or explosive atmosphere is present when using the 09‑900 standard
communication system.
LEAVE THE WORK AREA IMMEDIATELY IF:
Any product component becomes damaged.
Communication stops working and could be a danger to your safety.
PRODUCT CARE
Never place the Talk™system 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 mild detergent and a soft cloth or a cleaning wipe.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES OR ENVIRONMENTS
Flammable or Explosive Environments
Use the 09-800 with the 09-813 PTT Intrinsically Safe model.

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SET UP AND USE
Connect the PTT Cable to the Hand Set.
Attach the PTT to your belt so your elbow
can activate the Button.
Use a Flat head screwdriver to tighten the
connection screw.
FIGURE 1.1 FIGURE 1.2
FIGURE 1.3
Place the helmet on and connect the clips
and D Rings on the Cape together.
FIGURE 1.4

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SETUP AND USE CONTINUED
Connect the PTT cable to the head set cable
and place the cable underneath the cape.
FIGURE 1.5
To operate the device, press your elbow onto
the PTT Button, and then speak.
FIGURE 1.6
Push to Talk

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Remove the Cape & Sidewings from your old
Nova Helmet.
Open the zip in the inner bib so that the Cable
from the Head Set can pass though.
Place the Nova Talk Sidewings into the
helmets, ensuring that they are securely
attached to the Velcro Studs.
FIGURE 3.1 FIGURE 3.2
FIGURE 3.3
Close the zip so that there are no gaps. Then
refer to the Set up Section to complete the
Set Up of the Nova Talk Helmet.
FIGURE 3.4
UPGRADE

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After removing the cape from the helmet,
take the side wing out of the helmet.
Carefully remove the headset from the
sidewing. Note: this device is fragile, please
use extreme care.
Open the side wing cover.
FIGURE 5.1 FIGURE 5.2
FIGURE 5.3
The Side wing and cover can be wiped
clean or washed in a conventional washing
machine.
FIGURE 5.4
MAINTENANCE
SETUP AND USE CONTINUED

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PRODUCT NAME®
09-932
09-931
HYT
TC-980
MOTOROLA
CBPRO, GP1280, GP140, GP320, GP328, GP329, GP338,
GP339, GP340, GP360, GP380, GP640, GP650, GP680,
GP960, HT1250, HT1250LS, HT1550, HT1550XLS, HT750,
JT1000, MTX8250, MTX8250LS, MTX850, MTX850LS,
MTX9250, MTX950, PR860, PRO5150, PRO5350, PRO5450,
PRO5550, PRO5750, PRO7150, PRO7350, PRO7450,
PRO7550, PRO7750, PRO9150, PTX700, PTX760, PTX780
09-930
MOTOROLA
AXU4100, AXV5100, BPR40, CLS1110, CLS1410, CLS1413,
CLS1450C, CLS1453C, CP100, CP150, CP185, CP200, CP88,
CT125, CT150, CT250, CT450, CT450LS, DTR, DTR410,
DTR550, DTR650, GP200, GP2000, GP300, GP308, GP68,
GP88, GTI, GTX, LTS2000, P040, P080, P110, P1225,
P1225LS, P200, P2000, PR400, RDK, RDU, RDU2020,
RDU2080D, RDU4100, RDU4160D, RDV, RDV2020,
RDV2080D, RDV5100, SP10, SP21, SP50, VL50, XTN,
XTN446, XTN500, XTN600, XU1100, XU2100, XU2600,
XV1100, XV2100, XV2600
RELM
RPU6500, RPV6500
MOTOROLA
Turbo
APX 7000, XPR6300, XPR6500, XPR6550,
APX 7500, XPR6100, XPR6350, XPR6580
RADIO CONNECTORS COMPATIBILITY
FIGURE 22.1
FIGURE 22.2
FIGURE 22.3

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09-935
COBRA
CXR700, CXR800, CXR900, CXR920, CXT400, LI Series, LI3900,
LI5600, LI6000, LI6500, LI6700, LI7000, LI7020, MRHH100,
MRHH200, PR Series, PR190, PR240, PR245, PR3000, PR3100,
PR3175, PR350, PR4000, PR4100, PR4250, PR4300, PR5000,
PR560
HYT
TC-320
MOTOROLA
EM1000, FR50, FR60, FV300, FV300R, FV700R, FV750R,
MH230R, MJ270R, MR350R, MR355R, SPIRITGT, SPIRITGT Plus,
SX600R, SX900R, T270, T280, T289, T5100, T5200, T5300,
T5320, T5400, T5410, T5420, T5500, T5600, T5620, T5700,
T5710, T5720, T5800, T5820, T5920, T5950, T6200, T6210,
T6220, T6250, T6300, T6320, T6400, T6500, T7200, T7400,
T8500, T8550, T9500XLR, T9550XLR, T9580R, T9680R,
T9750R, TalkAbout
EF JOHNSON
51 SLES Series, 5100 Series, 511X, 512X, 514X, 518X, Ascend ES
Series
MOTOROLA
GP900, GP9000, HT1000, MT1500, MT2000, MTS2000,
MTX8000, MTX838, MTX900, MTX9000, MTX960, MTXLS,
PRI500, X1500, XTS1500, XTS2000, XTS2500, XTS3000,
XTS3500, XTS5000, GP1200
09-934
HYT
TC-268, TC-268S, TC-270, TC-368, TC-368S, TC-370
KENWOOD
TH-22AT, TH-235A, TH-28A, TH-42AT, TH-48A, TH-77A, TH-78A,
TH-D7A(G), TH-F6, TH-F6A, TH-G71A, TH-K2AT, TK-208, TK-
2100, TK-2102, TK-2130, TK-2160, TK-2170, TK-220, TK-2200,
TK-2200LP, TK-2212L, TK-2302VK, TK-240, TK-240D, TK-248,
TK-250, TK-260, TK-260D, TK-260G, TK-270, TK-270G, TK-272G,
TK-308, TK-3100, TK-3101, TK-3102, TK-3130, TK-3131, TK-3160,
TK-3170, TK-3173, TK-320, TK, 3200, TK-3200LP, TK-3212L,
TK-3230, TK-3230XLS, TK-3302UK, TK-340, TK-340D, TK-348,
TK-350, TK-353, TK-360, TK-360G, TK-370, TK-370G, TK-372G,
TK-373, TK-430, TK-431, TK-2312, TK-3312
RELM
RPU416, RPU4200, RPU499, RPV4200, RPV516, RPV599X
09-933
FIGURE 22.4
FIGURE 22.5
FIGURE 22.6

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123
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9
7
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PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FIGURE 6.1
4
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Use only exact, authentic RPB®replacement parts (marked with the
RPB® logo and part number), and only in the specied conguration. Using incomplete
or inappropriate equipment, including the use of counterfeit or non-RPB®parts, can
result in inadequate protection and will void the NIOSH approval of the entire respirator
assembly.
WARNING

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PARTS FIGURE 6.2
Item No. Description Part No.
1 Head Set for Nova Talk w/ Side Wing Pair 09-911
Intrinsically Safe Head Set for Nova Talk w/ Side Wing Pair 09-811
2 Sidewing Pair without Head Set 09-912
Intrinsically Safe Sidewing Pair without Head Set 09-812
3 Standard PTT 09-913
4 Intinsically Safe PTT with Radio Connector Cable 09-813
5 Nova Talk Motorola Connection Cable (2 Pin) 09-930
6 Nova Talk Motorola Connection Cable (Multi Pin) 09-931
7 Nova Talk Motorola Connection Cable (Multi Pin) 09-932
8 Nova Talk Kenwood Connection Cable (2 Pin) 09-933
9 Nova Talk Kenwood Connection Cable (Multi Pin) 09-934
10 Nova Talk Kenwood Connection Cable (Single Pin) 09-935
11 Nova Talk Kenwood Connection Cable (Multi Pin) 09-936
12 Nova Talk Motorola Connection Cable (X10 Connector) 09-937
13 Chest Harness 09-814
14 R-Tex High Noise Headset 09-915
15 R-Tex High Noise Headset w/PTT 09-916
16 Raider High Noise Intrinsically Safe Headset (Headset only) 09-815
17 Raider High Noise Intrinsically Safe including PTT 09-816

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LIMITED WARRANTY
RPB®warrants that its Products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1)
year, subject to the terms of this limited warranty. The Products are sold only for commercial use,
and no consumer warranties apply to the Products. This limited warranty is for the benet of the
original Product purchaser, and cannot be transferred or assigned. This is the sole and exclusive
warranty provided by RPB®, and ALL CONDITIONS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE
EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED FROM WARRANTY COVERAGE. RPB’s®limited warranty coverage
does not apply to damage resulting from accident, improper use or misuse of the Products, wear and
tear resulting from the normal use of the Products, or the failure to properly maintain the Products.
RPB’s®limited warranty coverage runs from the original date of purchase of the Products, and
applies only to warranted defects which rst manifest themselves and are reported to RPB®within
the warranty period. RPB®retains the right to determine to its reasonable satisfaction whether any
claimed defect is covered by this limited warranty.
If a warranted defect occurs, RPB®will repair or replace the defective Product (or a component of the
Product), in its sole discretion. This “repair or replacement” remedy is the sole and exclusive remedy
under this limited warranty, and under no circumstances shall RPB’s®liability under this limited
warranty exceed the original purchase price for the Products (or the applicable component). RPB®
has no responsibility for incidental or consequential damages, including loss of use, maintenance
and other costs, and ALL INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
AND DISCLAIMED from this limited warranty. Contact RPB®to obtain warranty service. Proof of
purchase must be provided to obtain warranty service. All costs of returning the Products to RPB®
for warranty service must be paid by the purchaser.
RPB®reserves the right to improve its Products through changes in design or materials without
being obligated to purchasers of previously manufactured Products.
LIABILITY
RPB®Safety cannot accept any liability of whatsoever nature arising directly or indirectly from
the use or misuse of RPB®Safety products, including purposes that the products are not designed
for. RPB®Safety is not liable for damage, loss or expense resulting from the failure to give advice
or information or the giving of incorrect advice or information, whether or not due to RPB®Safety’s
negligence or that of its employees, agents or subcontractors.
PROPOSITION 65 - CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm.

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