
4. Plug the end of the low pressure hose coming from your mask into the hoseline and turn on the air
supply.Yourmaskshould now be supplying air.
5. Don the Full face mask:
5.1FullfaceMask:
a.Extendallheadstrapstotheirfulllength.
b.Pushthewholeheadstrapupandoverthe"forehead" part of the mask as far as possible.
c.InsertyourchinintotheFacepiecefirst, then pull the headstraps down over the back of
yourheadanddownasfarastheywillgo.
6. Tighten the straps -- lower straps first, then the upper straps. The straps must be tight enough so
that they securely hold the Full face mask on and prevent leakage. Do not make them so tight that
you become uncomfortable.
7. Your respirator is now ready to use.
PERIODIC INSPECTION
NOTE
The Supplied-Air Respirator should be inspected for defects after each use, and at least once monthly if it
is not used. The Supplied-Air Respirator should be repaired as necessary, cleaned and disinfected, and
then stored properly to assure that it is maintained in satisfactory working condition. A record should be
kept of inspection dates and findings.
INSPECTION
1. WAIST BELT: Check the waist belt for broken, twisted, or excessively frayed straps, defective or
excessively rusty buckles: defective stitching, and cuts, tears, or holes.
2. FACEPIECE: The face piece skirt and headstrap should be inspected for pliability and signs of
deterioration. Stretching and manipulating the rubber with a massaging action will keep it pliable,
flexibleandpreventitfromtakingasetduringstorage. All parts, and especially the lens, should be
cleanandfreeofdirtanddust.Examinethebucklesto see that they function properly and free of
excessiverust.Checkthefacepieceforleaks.Special attention should be given to the exhalation
valveandthejointbetweenthelensandtheskirt.
3. HOSE: Inspect the mask and air supply hose for leaks, cuts, cracks, and abrasions. Check the end
fittingsfortightness.
CLEANING:
1.Forsanitaryreasons,therespiratorfacepiece should be cleaned and disinfected after each use,
evenifitdoesnotlookdirty.
2.Makeacleaningsolutionbymixingwaterwithany detergent that contains effective disinfectants
(such as quaternary ammonium compounds).
3.Heatthesolutionto140-160°F.(60-71.1`C).
4.Immersethefacepiece,topfirst,inthecleaningsolution. Immerse it only until the exhalation
valveiscovered.
5.Usingasoftbrush,gentlycleanthefacepiece
6.Rinsethefacepieceinafresh-waterbathandallow it to air dry. Mild heat (less than 160° F,
71.1°C)maybeusedtospeedupthedrying.Use of towel to dry the face piece is not
recommendedunlessaclean,lintfreetowelisused.
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