Use; Prerequisites; General; Performing A Quantitative Fit Test - Dräger FPS 7000 Instructions For Use Manual

Part Marking
Visor F (fire brigade)
A (ballistic protection class/190 m/s)
T (ballistic protection at extreme tem-
peratures, tested at -22 °F to +140 °F
(-30 °C to +60 °C) with 190 m/s)
APECas (coated with scratch-resistant
material)
Hairnet H
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Use

4.1

Prerequisites

4.1.1

General

Before occupational use of this respirator, a written respiratory
protection program must be implemented meeting all the local
government requirements. In the United States, employers must
comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 which includes medical
evaluation, training, and fit testing.
4.1.2

Performing a quantitative fit test

In order to make sure that the correct facepiece size is used, perform
a quantitative fit test. The fit test is to be conducted in accordance with
the requirements outlined in the OSHA Respiratory Protection
Standard 29 CFR 1910.134.
A fit factor of 500 is required. If the fit factor is not achieved, other
appropriate respiratory protection must be used.
Dräger recommends using the Fit Test Kit for FPS 7000 facepieces
with P18-type connector to perform the quantative fit test.
4.2

Preparation for use

4.2.1

Adapting the facepiece

CAUTION
Prior to use, always make sure that the facepiece is leaktight.
Facepiece wearers must each be provided with the facepiece size
suitable for them. In most cases, a facepiece of standard size M2 is
used.
► If leaktightness is a problem, facepieces sized S or L should be
used. Wearers of glasses should use the special spectacle kit
FPS 7000.
Install spectacle kit FPS 7000 if necessary.
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4.2.2

Keeping the facepiece ready

1. Remove the protective film from the visor prior to first use.
2. Check the facepiece prior to first use (see chapter 5.4 on
page 11).
3. Fully open the hairnet.
4. If necessary, put the neck strap around the neck and fasten it in
retrieval position (figure B on page 3).
4.2.3

Donning the facepiece

INFO
With low temperatures, the user can reduce facepiece fogging by
either inhaling or holding his breath when donning the facepiece.
1. Remove the facepiece from the retrieval position.
2. Pull the hairnet apart, then place your chin into the chin cup
(figure C on page 3).
3. Pull the hairnet over the head and draw backwards.
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