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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PROTECTING YOU FOR
LIFE'S BEST MOMENTS
NOVA 3
®
Employers: Read this manual and the flow control device Instruction
Manual and carry out the Employer Responsibilities (page 8).
Product users: Read this manual and the flow control device Instruction
Manual and follow the Product User Safety Instructions (page 10).
Make sure this manual is available to all users for reference.
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  • Page 1 NOVA 3 ® ® INSTRUCTION MANUAL Employers: Read this manual and the flow control device Instruction Manual and carry out the Employer Responsibilities (page 8). Product users: Read this manual and the flow control device Instruction Manual and follow the Product User Safety Instructions (page 10).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in DANGER death or serious injury. Read the Instruction Manual. Additional copies of RPB manuals can be found at www.rpbsafety.com. ® Safety LLC is an ISO9001 certified company. ®...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    All rights in the RPB Intellectual Property contained in this publication, including copyright, trademarks, service marks, trade secret, and patent rights are reserved. RPB Intellectual Property means any patent, patented articles, patent applications, designs, industrial designs, copyrights, software,...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    Use with an airline filter, such as the 04-900 RPB RADEX Airline Filter. ® ® Specific protection depends on the setup of the airline filter (see the RPB RADEX Instruction ® ® Manual). The approved Flow Control Devices for this respirator are: NV2016 Flow Control Valve, 4000-01 Cold Air Tube, 4000-20 Hot Air Tube, or the 03-500 C40 Climate Control Device.
  • Page 5 09-502 L4 Light, 09-903 NOVA TALK ™ ™ FACE AND EYES:  The NOVA 3 respirator with Inner Lens meets ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 requirements and designed ® for abrasive blasting, grinding, and other industrial applications.  The NOVA 3 is not designed or tested to provide protection against molten metals or ®...

  • Page 6: Respiratory Component Diagram - Niosh Cautions & Limitations

    PLACE NIOSH APPROVAL LABEL HERE. NOVA 3 ® RESPIRATOR COMPONENT DIAGRAM The RPB NOVA 3 respirator consists of 3 main components. All 3 components must be ® ® present and properly assembled to constitute a complete NIOSH approved respirator. NIOSH - CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS 1.

  • Page 7: Air Source, Fittings, And Pressure

    Type 1 gaseous air described in the Compressed Gas Association Commodity Specifications G-7.1 (Grade D or higher) and as specified by Federal Law 42 CFR 84, subpart J.84.141(b) and 29 CFR 1910.134 (i) the RPB NOVA 3 does not purify air or filter ®...

  • Page 8: Employer Responsibilities

    NOVA 3 ® EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES Your specific 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 respirators and other personal protective equipment.
  • Page 9 Check the material safety data sheets for manufacturers warnings and recommendations and verify the blasting media conforms with applicable standards/regulations (e.g. regarding respirable silica). Refer to rpbsafety.com/importantsafetyinformation/ for links to websites that can provide regulatory guidance. If you have any questions, contact RPB  ® ...

  • Page 10: Product User Safety Instructions

    Remove any damaged component or product, including any helmet or visor that has been subject to impact, from service until repaired or replaced. Scratched or damaged safety lenses or other components should be replaced with genuine RPB brand replacement parts.
  • Page 11 See Respirator Setup and Care (page 15). See Donning (page 21) for fit information. VERIFY THAT YOU HAVE THE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT FOR YOUR ACTIVITY Verify that the NOVA 3 provides appropriate protection for your activity. As applicable, check your ®...
  • Page 12 You have any other reason to suspect that the respirator is not providing adequate protection. PRODUCT CARE Never place the helmet 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. ®...

  • Page 13: Breathing Air Pressure Table

    BREATHING AIR PRESSURE TABLE S - SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USERS INSTRUCTIONS - SAR TABLE 1.1 This table lists air pressure ranges needed to provide the RPB NOVA 3 with the volume of air ® ® that falls within the required range of 6-15cfm or 170-425 lts/min according to U.S. government regulations.
  • Page 14 NOVA 3 ® BREATHING AIR PRESSURE TABLE CONTINUED 3. NV2021B 4. SUPPLY 5. MAX 1. AIR SOURCE 2. AIR SUPPLY BREATHING TUBE PRESSURE HOSE LENGTH NUMBER OF HOSE ASSEMBLY AND RANGE (FT) SECTIONS FLOW CONTROL (PSIG) DEVICES 28-30 30-32 NV2016 Flow...

  • Page 15: Respirator Setup And Care

    RESPIRATOR SETUP AND CARE INNER LENS FIGURE 3.1 FIGURE 3.2 Place RPB Inner lens (NV3-722) into the left Secure locating Inner lens frame pins into ® of the Inner lens frame (NV3-723) and work visor latch mount rolling the frame round the...
  • Page 16 NOVA 3 ® RESPIRATOR SETUP AND CARE CONTINUED TEAROFF AND OUTER LENSES CONTINUED FIGURE 3.5 FIGURE 3.6 Place the lenses onto the Lens Locator at the Slide the lenses under the lens locators that centre of the visor (N3-726). are positioned at the sides of the visor.
  • Page 17 WARNING The NOVA 3 Supplied Air Respirator must be supplied with ® respirable air meeting the requirements of CGA G-7.1 Grade D or higher quality and meeting OSHA or other governing body requirements. FIGURE 3.9 FIGURE 3.10 Connect the Breathing Air Supply Hose to the...
  • Page 18 INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING Lenses and Lens Gaskets Check Inner Lens Gasket (NV3-721) and the Inner Lens Frame (NV3-723) for splits, cracks or wear and tear. Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately with RPB genuine parts. The ® Inner Gasket and Inner Lens fame can be cleaned with warm water and a mild detergent, rinsed and air dried.
  • Page 19 FIGURE 4.4 FIGURE 4.3 Remove Head Liner padding from the head Remove rear Pad liner, the padding can be washed or disposed. The padding is secured with hook fasteners. FIGURE 4.5 FIGURE 4.6 To remove the Head Liner, first remove the The inside of the helmet can be wiped clean 4 clips (a) then lift out.
  • Page 20 NOVA 3 ® RESPIRATOR SETUP AND CARE CONTINUED VISOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL FOR REPLACEMENT FIGURE 4.7 There is an Allen Key mounted in the padding connector. Rotate the Allen Key out of the holder then pull down to remove. FIGURE 4.9 FIGURE 4.8...

  • Page 21: Donning And Doffing

    Not doing these steps could expose you to hazardous materials and contaminants that could impair the function of the respirator. DONNING YOUR HELMET Once you have completed the set up, you are ready to fit your RPB NOVA 3 respirator. Firstly ®...
  • Page 22 NOVA 3 ® DONNING AND DOFFING CONTINUED FIGURE 5.4 FIGURE 5.3 Pull the Inner Bib around your neck and Adjust the Respirator Cape around your body adjust the elastic cord to ensure a snug and fasten the snap hooks on each side of fit.

  • Page 23: Storage

    STORAGE After use, clean the respirator according to your company’s cleaning program or the directions in this manual. Then let it dry, and store the respirator by hanging it up in a clean, dry place, away from the work area. Do not tuck the cape into the helmet if it has not been thoroughly cleaned. Before storing the respirator for an extended period of time, clean the unit following the cleaning instructions in this instruction manual.

  • Page 24: Parts And Accessories

    ® logo and part number), and only in the specified configuration. 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...
  • Page 25 HELMET COMPONENTS FIGURE 7.2 NV3-727-2 All kits contain screws and nuts when necessary NV3-729 NV3-730 NV3-727/8 NV3-759 NV3-727-2 Visor Hinge Lock NV3-727/8 Visor Latch Mount Kit - Includes: Latch Mount, Hinge Mount, Covers NV3-729 Air Inlet Kit - Includes: Air Inlet, O-Ring, Back Plate, Hanging Strap NV3-730 Padding Connectors (left &...
  • Page 26 NOVA 3 ® PARTS AND ACCESSORIES CONTINUED BREATHING TUBE & FLOW CONTROL DEVICE FIGURE 7.4 NV2016 4000-20 4000-01 NV2021B NV2022 03-500 NV2021B Breathing Tube (dark grey) NV2022 Belt NV2016 Flow Control Valve Assembly - Includes: Flow Control Valve, Belt 4000-01...
  • Page 27 PADDING SYSTEMS FIGURE 7.6 NV3-734 07-733 NV3-735-1 NV3-734-1 07-900 NV3-735 07-731 07-732 NV3-731 Side Padding Frames (left & right) NV3-732-XXX Side Padding Foam Pads pk 5 pairs (A10 Thin - A15 Medium - A20 Thick) ** NV3-734 Head Liner Kit - Includes: Head Liner, Head Liner Foam Padding, Head Liner Clips x4 NV3-734-1 Head Liner Clips, pack of 4 NV3-735...
  • Page 28 NOVA 3 ® PARTS AND ACCESSORIES CONTINUED AIR SUPPLY HOSES FIGURE 7.7 3. Breathing Air Line Series 1. Couplers 2. Plugs Assemblies NV2025 1/4” FM NV2028 RPB 25ft RPB Quick NV2029 RPB 50ft Disconnect NV2027 RPB 100ft 03-052-PB-RZ RZ Plug Hose Tail 03-052-CB-RZ RZ 03-052-PM-RZ RZ Plug 1/4”...

  • Page 29: Warranty And Liability Statement

    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.
  • Page 30 NOVA 3 ® NOTES ..........................
  • Page 31 NOTES .............................
  • Page 32 Look no further than the RPB . From the searing ® ™ heat of an Arizona summer to a severe Scandinavian winter the RPB will ® ™ keep you comfortable. AIRLINE FILTRATION...

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