Liability Information MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as intended. The selection and use of the product are the exclusive responsibility of the individual operator.
• Use and storage of the mask with Kevlar (textile) harness in a vincinity that generates strong elec- trostatic charges in explosive atmospheres is not allowed. G1 Facepiece...
Mask Versions Harness Versions The mask is available with different head harnesses; Kevlar (textile) 4-point or rubber (5-point). The rubber head straps are numbered to indicate the correct tightening sequence. Fig. 2 Kevlar (textile) harness Fig. 3 Rubber harness G1 Facepiece...
EN 148-1 can be attached to the mask. The instruc- tions for use of the respiratory filters have to be regarded, including any information regarding the use in potentially explosive atmospheres. G1 Facepiece...
The masks comply with the following directives, standards or standardized documents: Approvals Regulation (EU) 2016/425 0158 EN 136: 1998, class 3+ DEKRA EXAM GmbH, Dinnendahlstr. 9, 44809 DEKRA Bochum,Germany, Notified Body number: 0158 The Declaration of Conformity can be found under the following link: https://MSAsafety.com/DoC G1 Facepiece...
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Description Atex Categories The lowest ATEX class of a part sets the limit for the complete device. G1 Facepiece Rubber I M1 Harness II 1G IIC Kevlar (Textile) II 1D I M1 Faceblank II 1G IIC II 1D I M1...
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Description Example: ATO: A-M/I-M-E-R-P A= Anti-fog lens M/I= Faceblank: Medium M= Nosecup: Medium E= Head Harness: Rubber R= Neck strap: Rubber P= Regulator: Push to Connect Atex Category: I M1 II 1G IIA II 2G IIB II 1D G1 Facepiece...
The mask could otherwise leak. This danger also exists for instance for mask wearers with beards or deep scars in the sealing area. WARNING! In order to guarantee a proper fit for those wearing glasses, the G1 Facepiece spectacle kit must worn since ordinary glasses cannot be worn under the mask.
The exhalation valve should open and release the pressure inside the mask. If necessary retighten the straps. a) If the leak check fails, re-don the mask. If the leak check still fails, the mask must not be used. G1 Facepiece...
Loosen the head harness by pulling the buckles forward using your fingers. Grip the chin straps and pull the head harness forward over the head. Grip the front of the mask (as shown) and pull the mask away and down from the user. G1 Facepiece...
Push the top part of the frame into the lens. The face- blank has three rubber tabs to grab the frame. a) Place the frame in the middle of the lens with the smaller tabs grabbing the wire frame. G1 Facepiece...
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Repeat step (4) on the opposite side. The frame for the spectacles can be adjusted up/down and in/out depending on the facial features. Don the mask and adjust to optimize visibility. G1 Facepiece...
The cleaning and disinfection of the masks is performed in accordance with the cleaning intervals chapter 6.2. Follow the washing agent’s user instructions on this CD/DVD. The power supply for the HUD (if applicable) is not part of the G1 Facepiece and is there- fore not damaged during cleaning. WARNING! Do not use cleaning products containing hydrocarbons or solvents [e.g.
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Cleaning, Disinfection Lens Identification Fig. 9 Marking Marking placement Mask with Standard Lens (Marking P) Mask with Anti-Fog Lens (Marking A) Mask with Anti-Scratch Lens (Marking H) G1 Facepiece...
Always use original parts from MSA. Repairs and maintenance must be carried out only by authorized service centres or by MSA. Changes to devices or components are not permitted and will result in loss of approval.
Discard if the valve is torn, tacky, or otherwise damaged. NOTE: Be careful not to damage the valve seat. If it is damaged, replace the component housing. Inspect the valve seat in the component housing. If any blemishes or damage is present, replace the component housing. G1 Facepiece...
Insert the new speech diaphragm: a) Place the speech diaphragm into the component housing with the yellow side visible. b) Reinsert the O-ring. Screw in the threaded socket with the special tool (Torque: 5 Nm). Perform a tightness test ( chapter 6.5). G1 Facepiece...
For the safekeeping of the mask the mask container should be used. MSA rubber products are protected by an anti-aging agent that can become visible as a light coating. This coating is harmless and can be removed during cleaning.
A - Europe M - Medium C - Cloth Connect EN 136 L/I - Large Hycar APEC L - Large R - Rubber M - M45 x 3 E - Rubber EU with E - ESA ("M"+ buckles ESA-Adapter) G1 Facepiece...
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Ordering Information The following table shows all possible configurations that can be ordered for the G1 Facepiece G1 Facepiece...
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