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- Page 1 Instructions for use of Powered Respirator Protective Suit PRPS (T) Respirex™ RJS Respiratory and Chemical Protective Suits. BS\066\C\2018...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Introduction ......Pg 1 General Information ......Pg 2 Limitations of Use . -
Page 3: Introduction
The Respirex powered respirator protective suit training version, PRPS(T), has been primarily developed to train emergency service personnel on the correct use of the operational version of the Respirex PRPS. The PRPS(T) incorporates a full range of features similar to those found on the fully operational version of the PRPS as detailed in the ‘General Information’... -
Page 4: General Information
· Dual glove system consisting of a laminated inner glove ( Kemblok™) bonded to an outer Neoprene glove. The gloves are fitted to the suit by means of the Respirex locking cone and grommet system. · Optional re-hydration facility. ·... -
Page 5: Limitations Of Use
This equipment is not to be used in oxygen-deficient environments, e.g. confined spaces. For further information refer to the instructions for the 3M Jupiter™ AFU. For any enquiries please contact the Respirex customer services department on Tel : +44(0) 1737 778600 or Fax : +44(0) 1737 779441. -
Page 6: Storage
F00938 Cleaning Respirex do not recommend laundering the PRPS(T). When the suit becomes dirty it should be wiped with a sponge using warm water and Citikleen*, rinsed and allowed to dry naturally. The inner surfaces of the suit should be sanitized using Synodor*. -
Page 7: Suit Label
Product labelling Manufacturer of garment and address: Respirex Interna onal Ltd. Manufacturer’s Model number Material of Manufacture. Manufacturer’s Order No. Customer Name. Date of manufacture: Day/Month/Year. Standard Garment Size for wearer Size Chest (cm) 88 - 96 TEL +44 (0)1737 778600... -
Page 8: Removal And Of Replaceable Neck Seal
Fitting and removal of replaceable neck seal For hygienic reasons the PRPS(T) is fitted with a replaceable neck seal (fig. 1) that is attached to the suit by means of a Velcro fastening strip. To remove, simply break apart the fastening strip and withdraw the neck seal from the suit (fig. 2). Take a new seal (fig. -
Page 9: Preparation For Use
Preparation for use The suit is supplied in a sealed bag, fully tested and in full working order. Nevertheless it is advisable for the following checks to be carried out in a clean area prior to donning the suit: 1. Visually inspect the suit for any damage that may reduce the level of protection;... - Page 10 6. Fit the battery to the AFU (fig 9). 7. Switch on the AFU. The AFU will beep, the lights on the remote warning device will cycle for a short time, then the green light will remain illuminated (fig 10). At this point the 60 minute timer begins. Note: Lights as viewed from exterior of suit Green light...
- Page 11 9. The airflow should be checked as follows. I. Remove the breathing tube from the air filter unit. II. Insert the airflow indicator tube into the air filter unit outlet. III. Hold the AFU so that the tube is vertical and at eye level. IV.
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Page 12: Indicator Lights And Warnings
Indicator lights and warnings, Throughout normal operation the green light will remain illuminated. · 60 minutes after switching on the AFU the amber light will illuminate · intermittently and the buzzer will beep for 10 seconds. After 75 minutes (additional 15 minutes) the amber light will remain ·... -
Page 13: Donning Procedure
Donning procedure Make sure the suit has been visually inspected and is suitable for the intended use. Underclothing should be worn beneath the suit. As a minimum, a short sleeve shirt and long trousers or “long underwear” are recommended. Remove all personal affects which may result in damage to the suit (e.g. - Page 14 3. Stand up and with the dressing assistant supporting the weight of the AFU at the rear of the suit, fasten the internal waist belt securely (fig. 18). If necessary adjust the belt until comfortable. 4. Lift the suit up above waist level and connect the drinking tube that runs from the headspace to the tube on the re-hydration pack (figs.
- Page 15 5. If required a peak-less safety helmet with chin strap can be now donned (fig 21). NB Owing to the non-breathable nature of the laminate gloves attached to the suit it is not uncommon for the wearer’s hands to moisten due to sweating. For this reason it is recommended that cotton gloves are worn to absorb sweat and to assist with donning and doffing procedure (fig.
- Page 16 8. The wearer should duck forwards and the assistant should pull the hood of the suit over the head (figs.25 & 26). NB It may be necessary to re-adjust the helmet after this stage. Ensure that the knitted neck seal sits evenly around the wearer's neck.
- Page 17 11. When fully donned the suit should appear as in figs.29 & 30. Fig.30 Fig.29...
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Page 18: Doffing Procedure (Use Of Hazbag Optional)
Doffing procedure (use of Hazbag optional) 1. Lay the hazbag on the ground (*if supplied with suit), open end facing upwards. The wearer should stand in the open end of the hazbag in preparation for doffing (fig. 31). 2. With the wearer’s arms in an outstretched position the dressing assistant should break the velcro seal on the outer zip flaps and fully open the gas-tight zip across the chest (fig. - Page 19 4. The wearer should duck forwards so that the dressing assistant can lift the hood of the suit up and over the wearer’s head. Note: It is likely that if a safety helmet is being worn this will automatically come away from the wearer’s head and remain in the head space of the suit.
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Page 20: Emergency Self Doffing Procedure
7. The dressing assistant should now switch off the AFU and unscrew the externally mounted filters for safe disposal (re-seal filters with the original plastic caps). 8. If necessary the peak-less safety helmet can now be recovered from the head space of the suit. -
Page 21: Pvc Disposal
PVC disposal The production of this plastic uses less exhaustible raw materials than any other synthetic polymer and is therefore better suited to sustainable development. When disposed of to landfill PVC presents no environmental hazards. Battery disposal The 3M Jupiter™ AFU is powered by a re-chargeable NiMH battery. For all further battery information, including disposal, refer to 3M Jupiter™... -
Page 22: Sizing
Sizing e following pictograms designate the range of height & chest sizes suitable for speci c sizes of PRPS suit, check your body measurements and select the correct size of suit. Body measure- ments in cm (inch). Warning: Incorrect size selection could lead to a reduced level of protection. - Page 24 RESPIREX INTERNATIONAL LTD, Unit F Kingsfield Business Centre, Philanthropic Road, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 4DP ENGLAND TELEPHONE +44(0) 1737 778600 +44(0) 1737 779441 EMAIL info@respirex.co.uk BSI, BSI Group The Netherlands B.V. Module B and D Type Examination By: Davy Avenue, Knowhill, Say Building, John M.
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