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Respirex Airprotex AF Instructions For Use Manual

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Airprotex AF Suit
Instructions for use
BS\100\A\2013

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Airprotex AF Suit Instructions for use BS\100\A\2013...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Pre-Checks ....................2 Use of fl owmeter ..................2 Checking the low fl ow warning device ..........3 Donning procedure ...................3 Fitting gloves into the optional Respirex ‘O’ ring cuff ....6 Doffi ng procedure ..................6 Emergency procedure ................6 Storage & Transportation ................6 Cleaning ......................7...

  • Page 3: General Information

    (Type enriched air. 2) chemical protective suits as detailed in the European • At very high work rates the pressure in the Airprotex AF suit standard EN 943-1:2002. may become negative at peak inhalation fl ow.

  • Page 4: Pre-Checks

    Fig.1. Adjust the air supply at source until the fl oat rests between the relevant • Do not attempt to service the Airprotex AF suit or AF 429 marks on the fl owmeter (max fl ow rate 400 litres/min, min regulator;...

  • Page 5: Checking The Low Fl Ow Warning Device

    ENGLISH Checking the low fl ow warning device With the Respirex fl owmeter connected to the AF 429 regulator as described above, reduce the air pressure to obtain the minimum permissible airfl ow into the suit (270 litres/min). When the minimum airfl ow is reached the low fl ow warning device will sound a high pitch whistle.
  • Page 6 The trunk of the suit must be sealed to the CAST. The trunk can be sealed using either electrical tape (Fig. 9) or a plastic multi-clip (Fig. 10) available from Respirex. If using a multi-clip, care should be taken to avoid over tightening as this may lead to a reduced airfl ow into the suit .
  • Page 7 ENGLISH Finally, close the zipper fully across the chest (sliders should meet at the centre) and smooth down the outer storm fl aps (Fig.13). Fig. 10. Tightening multi-clip around CAST and trunk Insert your arms into the sleeves of the suit (Fig. 11). Fig.

  • Page 8: Fitting Gloves Into The Optional Respirex 'O' Ring Cuff

    ENGLISH Fitting gloves into the optional Doffi ng procedure Respirex ‘O’ ring cuff IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove the suit until you have vacated the working environment and withdrawn to a If you have a suit with an ‘O’ ring style cuff , gloves can be safe area.

  • Page 9: Cleaning

    The following pictograms designate the range of height & At sub-zero temperatures the fl exibility of suit materials may waist sizes suitable for use with the Airprotex AF suit. Body be reduced and the hood could suff er damage if not handled measurements in cm.
  • Page 10 RESPIREX INTERNATIONAL LTD, Unit F Kingsfi eld Business Centre, Philanthropic Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 4DP United Kingdom Tel. +44 (0) 1737 778600 Fax.+44(0) 1737 779441 www.respirexinternational.com Type Examination By : SGS UK Ltd (0120), Weston-super-Mare BS22 6WA ENGLAND...

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