NIOSH AP522VL Manual

Instructions for use
1. The instructions for use and warning are guides to the proper use of the
respirator and to prevent health risk. They must be carefully read, completely
understood and properly followed. If using the respirator in work environment: the
wearer of the respirator must be well trained to use it properly before starting
work.
2. Before the 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.
3. No alteration or modification is allowed to the respirator. The respirator
should not be worn when it is contaminated (eg. dusty, wet, etc) or damaged (eg.
Broken part, hole, etc). The contaminated or damaged respirator must not be
used and must be replaced with a new one.
4. The respirator must not be used continuously for more than a single work
shift. Always replace with a new respirator, whenever the breathing resistance
becomes excessive or after using continuously for a single work shift.
5. The valve cap is reusable. To clean and disinfect, please wipe its surface with
a damp and soft cloth or wet tissue or alcohol wipe. Do not use strong chemical or
abrasive solvent to clean the valve cap.
6. While in use, avoid touching the respirator. It is important to consider the
respirator as potentially contaminated upon removal and user should wash hands
thoroughly with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand-rub.
AIR+ SMART MASK
With Micro Ventilator
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