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PX4 AIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Employers: Read this manual and the head-top Instruction Manual and
carry out the Employer Responsibilities (page 7).
Product users: Read this manual and the head-top Instruction Manual
and follow the Product User Safety Instructions (page 9).
Manuals are regularly updated. Make sure this manual is available to all
users for reference.
Current version of manual and other languages:
www.rpbsafety.com/product/px4-air/
Protecting you for Life's best moments
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®
0086
EN 12941: 1998 + A1:
2003 + A2: 2008
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  • Page 1 0086 PX4 AIR ® ® EN 12941: 1998 + A1: INSTRUCTION MANUAL 2003 + A2: 2008 Employers: Read this manual and the head-top Instruction Manual and carry out the Employer Responsibilities (page 7). Product users: Read this manual and the head-top Instruction Manual and follow the Product User Safety Instructions (page 9).

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 WARNING result in death or serious injury. Read the Instruction Manual. Additional copies of RPB manuals can be found at www.rpbsafety.com. ® TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY: PPE REGULATION:...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Powered Air Purifying Respirator Fan Unit to EN 12941: ® ® 1998 + A1: 2003 + A2: 2008, designed to be used in conjunction with the approved RPB head- ® tops for different applications where there is a need for protection from airborne contaminants such as welding, grinding, painting, and other construction and industrial applications, depending on the selected head-top.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    As such, it significantly reduces, but does not completely eliminate, the breathing of contaminates by the respirator wearer. See the instruction manual and approval label for the selected head top to verify approval with the PX4 AIR and the ®...
  • Page 5 60°C (140°F) the unit will completely shut down.  A flammable or explosive atmosphere is present. This system contains electrical parts that are not suitable for use in such environments. The PX4 AIR is not intrinsically safe. ®...
  • Page 6 PX4 AIR ® RESPIRATOR COMPONENT DIAGRAM The RPB PX4 AIR is part 3 of the 3 main components that constitute a powered air purifying ® ® respirator. (Note the T-Link has been used in the above diagram as an example.) ®...

  • Page 7: Employer Responsibilities

    Make sure that the area is well ventilated and that regular air samples are taken to confirm the atmosphere stays within the levels recommended by local regulations and other governing bodies. EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES Your specific responsibilities may vary by location and industry, but in general RPB expects that ® employers will: ...
  • Page 8 ® EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED Train employees in the PX4 AIR ’s use, maintenance, and limitations.  ® Appoint a qualified individual who is knowledgeable about the RPB PX4 AIR provide ® ® training: Qualifications of the Respirator Trainer. Anyone providing respirator training shall: a) be knowledgeable in the application and use of the respirator(s);...

  • Page 9: Product User Safety Instructions

    MAKE SURE THE SYSTEM IS READY FOR USE Make sure you have a complete system. The PX4 AIR is only one component of an approved ® respirator system. Verify that you have all required components for the PX4 AIR to serve as a ® complete approved respirator: ...
  • Page 10 ® PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED recommended that a prefilter always be used. For applications that produce sparks or high heat, use the FR (Fire Retardant) specific model of the PX4 AIR with the FR belt and spark arrester. ®...
  • Page 11 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES OR ENVIRONMENTS Welding and Grinding For welding, grinding, and other applications that produce sparks or high heat, be sure to use the FR (Fire Retardant) specific model of the PX4 AIR with the FR belt and spark arrestor in place, ®...

  • Page 12: Respirator Setup And Care

    PX4 AIR ® PRODUCT USER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED APPARATUS CLASSIFICATION AND PROTECTION FACTOR TABLE 1.1 European Device APPARATUS NOMINAL PARTICULATE COMBINED Classification MODEL PROTECTION FILTER 03-985 PARTICULATE FACTOR AND OV FILTER 03-995 EN 12941 TH3 NOVA 3   EN 12941 TH2 ...
  • Page 13  Do not charge the battery outside the recommended temperature limits 0° C to 45° C (32° F to 113° F).  Do not store the battery outside the recommended temperature limits -10° C to 45° C (14° F to 113°...
  • Page 14 When all three lights display green, the battery is fully charged. FIGURE 2.5 FIGURE 2.6 The battery has a power capacity indicator Now attach the battery to the RPB PX4 AIR ® ® showing the level of charge from 20% to...
  • Page 15 Use the OV/HE combination filter (03-995) in atmospheres that may contain organic vapors and gases, such as solvents. Some of these gases and vapors include sulphur dioxide, chlorine, hydrogen chloride, hydrogen fluoride, chlorine dioxide and organic vapors. See the RPB Filter ®...
  • Page 16 PX4 AIR ® RESPIRATOR SETUP AND CARE CONTINUED HIGH EFFICIENCY FILTER FIGURE 3.1 FIGURE 3.2 A 03-981 Prefilter is mounted in front of the In environments with sparks, such as welding 03-985 HE filter to prolong the life of the or grinding, use the 03-982 Spark Arrestor in Filter.
  • Page 17 FILTER REMOVAL WARNING Depending on the contaminants filtered by the PX4 AIR , the ® used filter itself may be hazardous. Take appropriate precautions when handling to avoid exposure to released contaminants; a company disposal procedure may needed. TO REMOVE THE HE FILTER FIGURE 4.1...
  • Page 18 Only install a clicks into place. new, unused 03-995 filter cartridge. Slide the two tabs on the right side of the filter into the slots on the PX4 AIR ® FIGURE 4.7 FIGURE 4.8 Place the prefilter and, if needed, the spark Attach the front cover by pressing it onto the arrestor.
  • Page 19 FIGURE 5.3 FIGURE 5.4 Now take the bayonet end, insert the Twist the breathing tube clockwise a ¼ turn connection into the PX4 AIR and make sure to lock into position. Make sure that it is fully ® the 2 small pegs line up with the slots in the locked in position.
  • Page 20 FIGURE 6.2 The power button is on the right side of the The top row of green lights indicate the unit as you look at the front of the PX4 AIR charge of the battery. 3 lights is fully charged. ®...
  • Page 21 FAN SPEED AND AIR BLOCKAGE INDICATION FIGURE 6.5 Speed 1 - 170 slpm (180 slpm for the Z4 ® Speed 2 - 210 slpm Speed 3 - 240 slpm Speed Settings: Cycle through the 3 speed settings by pressing the Power Button. Each button press will advance through these speed settings.

  • Page 22: Alarms

    PX4 AIR ® RESPIRATOR SETUP AND CARE CONTINUED ALARMS TABLE 1.1 LOW AIRFLOW ALARM A continuous alarm sounds when the airflow to the hood falls below the minimum requirement of 170slpm for Nova 3 ® Z-Link , T-Link , and Z3...
  • Page 23 Thread the belt through the belt loops so that from behind through the outer slot (slot it passes between the loop and the support. furthest out from the PX4 AIR ) in the left ® support and then back through the inner slot (closest to the PX4 AIR ®...
  • Page 24 PX4 AIR ® RESPIRATOR SETUP AND CARE CONTINUED BELT AND SUPPORT ATTACHMENT CONTINUED FIGURE 7.5 FIGURE 7.6 Thread the belt through the inner slot from Now thread the clip end of the buckle on to the back and then back through the outer slot.

  • Page 25: Inspection And Cleaning

    BATTERY PACK: Check that the battery has a full charge (see the battery test strip on the top of the battery, Fig 2.5) to confirm that there is sufficient charge for the work period that you need to accomplish. Make sure that the battery is securely fitted to the PX4 AIR PAPR.
  • Page 26 Do not over tighten. FIGURE 8.1 STORAGE The PX4 AIR should not be transported or stored with the filter or battery attached if not being ® used for long periods of time, store in a clean, dry environment, away from direct heat sources between -10°...

  • Page 27: Product Specifications And Data

    C. 5 years INTRINSIC SAFETY The PX4 AIR PAPR is NOT classed as an Intrinsically Safe ® Device. ASSIGNED PROTECTION The assigned protection factor is dependent on the type of respira- FACTOR (APF) tor used with the PX4 AIR PAPR. ®...

  • Page 28: Parts And Accessories

    PX4 AIR ® PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FIGURE 9.1...

  • Page 29: Warning

    ® 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 approval of the entire respirator assembly.

  • Page 30: Limited Warranty

    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.
  • Page 31 NOTES ........................... .
  • Page 32 Tyvek respirator. The T-Link moves with ® ® the operator anywhere they turn. QUIET-LINK ® ™ DEFENDERS The RPB Quiet-Link ear defender system ® ™ fits directly to the Z-Link and T-Link ® ® with no modifications. Combine with Earplugs for the ultimate in hearing ®...

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