Contents General Information ..................1 Limitations & Warnings ................2 Pre-Checks ....................... 3 Maximum and Minimum Air ow ............4 Donning Procedure ..................5 Doffi ng Procedure ..................6 Tear-Off Doffi ng/Evacuation Strip (optional) ........7 Inspection Of Component Parts .............. 7 Instructions For Use Of Fall Arrest Harness ..........
11 of these User Instructions. In addition the Frontair 2 suit in the Chemprotex™ 300 fabric, complies with the requirements of EN 14605: 2005 +A1: 2009 for protective clothing against liquid chemicals with liquid-tight (Type 3) or spray-tight (Type 4) connections.
Stored in its normal packaging Frontair 2 suits have a maximum shelf-life of 10 years. • Always use compatible PPE, e.g. gloves and safety boots advised by Respirex. For any enquiries please contact the Respirex customer services department on Tel : +44 (0)1737 778600, Fax : +44 (0)1737 779441 or Email : info@respirex.co.uk...
When in use Respirex recommend that the RPE is always checked before the start of each shift cycle. These inspections are required to ensure that the RPE will perform as intended and is free from defects.
Hose lengths of 10m must have no joints. If the end-user’s pressure range falls outside that detailed above, or hose lengths/bore sizes are diff erent to those speci ed, contact Respirex International Ltd for further information. High/Low ow control valve A control valve is tted which can vary the air ow into the suit.
Donning Procedure It is strongly recommended that before anybody attempts to wear or use a Frontair 2 suit, full training is given on wearing and decontamination by a competent person and the details of the training recorded. For safety purposes it is best to have an assistant to help you don and doff the suit.
Fig. 5 Fig. 4 Pull the hood of the suit over your head (air supply MUST be connected). With PVC suits the dressing assistant should close the inner and outer zippers, (Fig. 4). For suits manufactured from laminate materials, peel off the backing paper from the self- adhesive strips attached to the outer zip ap and seal down securely against the suit.
The Frontair suit and all component parts and assemblies should be inspected for damage before each use to ensure proper functioning. Immediately remove the suit from service and replace parts or assemblies that show any sign of failure that might reduce the degree of protection originally provided. Use only Respirex components and replacement parts.
At least 5m of coiled hose must remain wound onto the portable Respirex retractable hose reel, which will then be carried by the operator and attached to a point immediately adjacent to the working location.
Ensure that the lter lenses are at eye level. Note: A heat resistant over-suit and hood is available which helps to prevent damage from welding splash, please contact Respirex for further information. Fig. 1 1...
Care & Maintenance of Visors/Face Screens Can be cleaned using a mild solution of soap and warm water. Wipe with a soft cloth or tissue and allow to dry. Under no circumstances use an external heat source for drying. Periodic disinfecting with a dilute solution of a proprietary disinfectant will enhance wearer comfort.
CHEMPROTEX™ 300 suit Type 3 and Type 4 Tests carried out under laboratory conditions by independent accredited laboratories. Performance requirement Test method Property value Result EN14605:2005+A1:2009 Resistance to penetration by a jet EN ISO 17491-3:2008 Pass clause 4.3.4.3 of liquid (jet test) EN14605:2005+A1:2009 Resistance to penetration by a EN ISO 17491-4:2008...
Product Labelling Manufacturer of garment; Manufacturer’s Model No. Material of Manufacture. Manufacturer’s Order No. Customer Name. Date of manufacture; Day/Month/Year. CE Mark and noti ed Body code. “Open Book Pictogram”; wearer must refer to the “Instructions for use” for further information.
Sizing The following pictograms designate the range of height & chest sizes suitable for speci c sizes of Frontair 2 suit, check your body measurements and select the correct size of suit. Body measurements in cm. Size Height Chest 164-170...
EU Declaration of Conformity Respirex International Limited Unit F, Kingsfield Business Centre, Philanthropic Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 4DP. Tel: +44 (0) 1737 778600 Registered in England No. 592506 VAT No. GB 115 0754 43 Fax: +44 (0) 1737 779441 Directors: M. Bellas Simpson A.C.A.
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Respirex International Limited Unit F, Kingsfield Business Centre, Philanthropic Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 4DP. Tel: +44 (0) 1737 778600 Registered in England No. 592506 VAT No. GB 115 0754 43 Fax: +44 (0) 1737 779441 Directors: M. Bellas Simpson A.C.A.
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RESPIREX INTERNATIONAL LTD, Unit F Kingsfield Business Centre, Philanthropic Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 4DP United Kingdom Tel. +44 (0) 1737 778600 Fax.+44(0) 1737 779441 www.respirexinternational.com BSI, Type Examination By: Kitemark Court, (Module B and Davy Avenue, Knowhill, Module D) Milton Keynes MK5 8PP United Kingdom Notified Body No.
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