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USER MANUAL
All the hearing protectors which are included
in this instruction sheet are equipped with a
thermoplastic headband or spring-arms, or
stainless-steel neckband and foam plastic filled
cushions. This hearing protector is intended
to protect the wearer from hazardous noise
levels when fitted in accordance with these user
instructions. Any other uses are not intended and
therefore not allowed.
Hereby, Engelbert strauss GmbH & Co. KG,
declares that the hearing protector Engelbert
Strauss is in compliance with the PPE regulation
EU 2016/425 and other appropriate directives
to fulfil the requirements of CE marking.
The
full text of the EU declaration of conformity is
available at the following internet address: www.
engelbert-strauss.com/declaration-of-conformity
For manufacturing date, see the date clock on
the inside of the ear cup. Expected lifetime of
product is 5 years.
Warning!
It is important that the instructions for use are
followed. Failure to do so could result in a drastic
reduction in the noise attenuation and may lead
to serious injury.
Carefully read these user instructions!
• The hearing protector must be used at all times
in noisy environments to provide the full
protection effect! Only 100% wear time provides
full protection.
•
The audibility of warning signals at a specific
workplace may be impaired if over protected,
when using a hearing protector with a too high
noise attenuation performance in relation to the
noise environment.
•
This product may be adversely affected by
certain chemical substances.
Further information should be sought from the
manufacturer.
• Ensure that the hearing protectors are regularly
inspected for serviceability.
• The hearing protector’s noise attenuating
properties can dramatically decrease with
usage of for example thick spectacle frames,
ski masks/balaclavas, etc.
• Use of perspiration/hygienic protection over the
sealing rings can reduce the hearing protector’s
noise attenuation properties.
•
Earmuffs, and in particular cushions, may
deteriorate with use and should be examined at
frequent intervals for cracking and leakage.
•
Immediately discard the product if showing
signs of cracks or damage.
•
Hygiene kit should be changed at least twice
per year. Make sure you choose the correct
hygiene kit for your hearing protector.
•
Clean the product with mild soap. You must be
sure that the detergent you use does not irritate
the skin. Do not dip the product in water.
• The hearing protector must be stored in a dry
and clean environment out of direct sun light,
e.g. in its original packaging.
Fitting & adjustment (A)
Brush away all hair from the ears and place the
hearing protectors over the ears so that they fit
comfortably and snugly. Ensure that the
ears are completely enclosed by the hearing
protectors and that you have even pressure
around the ears.
Headband (A1)
Adjust the headband size so that it rests lightly
against the crown of your head.
Helmet/Cap mount (A3)
Push the hearing protectors helmet attachment
into the helmet slot until it locks into position.
Place the hearing protectors over the ears and
press inwards until you hear a click. Adjust the
hearing protectors and helmet so that they fit
comfortably on your head.
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Change of hygiene kit (B)
1. Remove the old sound absorbing foam and
insert the new.
2.
Pull off the old ear cushion.
3.
Centre the new ear cushion over the hole.
4.
Press with a finger along the outside of the ear
cushion until it attaches all around the edges.
5.
Pull off the old head cushion and insert the
new.
Approval and technical data (C)
C1) Headband
C3) Helmet/Cap mounted
C4) Tested and certified to (standards)
C5) Weight
C6) Mean attenuation
C7) Standard deviation
C8) Assumed Protection Value
C9) Tested and certified by (notified body)
C10) Size: S (small) M (medium) L (large)
Approved helmet combinations (D)
These earmuffs should be fitted to, and used
only with the industrial safety helmets listed in
table D.
D1) Manufacturer
D2) Model
D3) Adapter
D4) Warning! These helmet mounted hearing
protectors are suitable for persons with medium
to large head size circumference (56-64 cm)
and with medium to large height from the top of
the head to the centre of the ear canal. A smaller
height may lead to improper fit and reduce the
hearing protector´s noise attenuation properties.
Earmuffs complying with EN 352-3 are of
medium size range or small size range or large
size range. Medium size range earmuffs will fit
the majority of wearers. Small size range or large
size range earmuffs are designed to fit wearers
for whom medium size range earmuffs are not
suitable.
Accessories and spare parts
Hygiene kit 1 & 2: #74.76.540
Hygiene kit 3: #74.76.542
Information required by E.P.A. (US)
The level of noise entering a person’s ear,
when a hearing protector is worn as directed, is
closely approximated by the difference between
the A weighted environmental noise level and
the NRR.
Example: The environmental noise level as
measured at the ear is 92 dBA. The NRR is 25
decibels (dB).The level of noise entering the ear
is approximately equal to 67 dB.
Caution. For noise environments dominated
by frequencies below 500 Hz the C-weighted
environmental noise level shall be used.
Warning. Improper fit of this device will reduce
its effectiveness in attenuating noise. Although
hearing protectors can be recommended
for protection against the harmful effects of
impulse noise, the noise reduction rating
(NRR) is based on the attenuation of continuous
noise and may not be accurate indicator of the
protection attainable against impulse noise
such as gunfire.
UKCA
PPE regulation 2016/425 as brought into UK Law
and amended.
Importer UK:
Engelbert Strauss Ltd, 1 Apollo Rise, GU14 0GT,
UK
Approved Body UK:
SATRA Technology Centre, Wyndham Way,
Telford Way, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN16
8SD, UK
GB
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