Safekeeping And Storage; Facepiece; Cbrn Applications; Shelf Life - MSA G1 Operating Manual

13 Safekeeping and Storage

13 Safekeeping and Storage
WARNING!
Do NOT keep air filtration cartridges/canisters in a storage area with temperatures that are more than 120°F (49°C).
Failure to obey this warning can change the performance of the air filtration cartridges/canisters and result in
serious personal injury or death.
Only keep respirators without damage for further use.
When not in use, keep the respirator in cool, dry, clean ambient air in the original packaging.
Keep new air filtration cartridges/canisters in the original packaging.
Discard air filtration cartridges/canisters if the original packaging or carton is open or damaged.
Do not distort the facepiece during storage.
Discard the respirator and its components in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
13.1

Facepiece

WARNING!
To prevent damage to the facepiece, do NOT keep loose objects in the facepiece container.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
Use a pouch or container to keep the facepiece safe.
MSA rubber products are protected by an anti-aging agent that can become visible as a light coating. This coating is harmless
and can be removed during cleaning.
To extend the life of rubber components, keep them in a cool, dry place that is protected from ultraviolet radiation, according to
ISO 2230, Rubber Products – Guidelines for Storage.
13.2

CBRN Applications

Keep air filtration cartridges/canisters in the original, unopened foil bag and the original, unopened carton.
Keep the facepiece in the bag (PN 10160855) or storage pouch (Model number 7-2954-1).
13.3

Shelf Life

WARNING!
Do NOT use air filtration cartridges/canisters with an expired shelf life.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
Obey the shelf life expiration date stamped on the carton, packaging, and/or air filtration cartridges/canisters. The expiration
date applies ONLY if the air filtration cartridges/canisters are factory sealed and not damaged. Otherwise, discard the air
filtration cartridges/canisters.
For gas mask application only, see Storage and Shelf Life information below.
G1 APR Facepiece
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