INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND CARE
CBRN APPLICATION
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This respirator provides LIMITED protection. It is
NIOSH approved for respiratory protection against
atmospheres containing CBRN (chemical, biologi-
cal, radiological, and nuclear) warfare agents; how-
ever, it cannot protect against all possible warfare
agents.
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Some CBRN agents may not present immediate
effects from exposure, but can result in delayed
impairment, illness, or death.
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DO NOT use without a complete understanding of
the instructions and limitations for this respirator
and proper training. Misuse can prevent the respi-
rator from providing the necessary protection.
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CBRN agents may NOT be detectable by smell or
sight. Don respirator before entering an area sus-
pected of containing CBRN agent. Follow proce-
dures established by proper authorities.
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DO NOT use this respirator beyond eight (8) hours
after initial use in an atmosphere containing CBRN
agents or beyond two (2) hours after initial use in
an atmosphere containing CBRN agents in liquid of
mist form; otherwise agent permeation may occur.
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DO NOT remove respirator until respirator and
clothing are decontaminated; otherwise exposure
to CBRN agent may result. Follow decontamination
and disposal procedures established by appropri-
ate authorities.
1. An adequate respiratory protection program must
include knowledge of hazards, hazard assessment,
selection of proper respiratory protective equip-
ment, instruction and training in the use of equip-
ment, inspection and maintenance of equipment,
and medical surveillance.
2. This respirator will perform as designed only if
used and maintained according to the manufactur-
er's instructions. The Program Administrator and
the users must read and understand these instruc-
tions before using or servicing this product.
3. If the respirator does not perform as specified in
this manual, it must not be used until it has been
checked by authorized personnel.
4. DO NOT alter, modify, or substitute any compo-
nents.
5. Inspect the respirator regularly and maintain it
according to the instructions. Repairs must only be
made by properly trained personnel.
6. This respiratory protective device does not supply
oxygen. Use only in adequately ventilated areas
which conform to the appropriate standard.
7. This respirator must be used in conjunction with
the proper canisters for protection against specific
contaminants. If you cannot determine that the
canisters used with this device is designed for the
contaminant, or if you do not know the identity of
the contaminant, do not use this device.
8. DO NOT use when concentrations of contaminants
are unknown.
9. DO NOT block the canisters.
10. DO NOT use when appropriate exposure limit (PEL,
REL, TLV, etc.) is not known.
11. Leave the contaminated area immediately if:
a. Breathing becomes difficult
b. Dizziness or other distress occurs
c. You taste or smell the contaminant
d. You experience nose or throat irritation
e. Instructed by responsible individuals
12. Use strictly in accordance with the instructions,
labels, and limitations pertaining to this device.
Follow an established canister(s) changeout
schedule.
13. This respirator may not provide a satisfactory seal
with certain facial characteristics, such as beards
or large sideburns that prevent direct contact
between the skin and the sealing surface of the
facepiece. Do not use this facepiece if such condi-
tions exist.
14. DO NOT wear eyeglasses under the facepiece. The
temples or sidebars on eyeglasses will prevent an
air-tight seal. If you must wear glasses, install the
spectacle kit.
15. The user must perform a respirator fit test
(Quantitative Test or Qualitative Test) and follow all
warnings and limitations specified.
16. Wear impermeable protective clothing to prevent
exposure to gases and vapors which can poison by
skin absorption.
17. DO NOT use this respiratory protective device in
explosive atmospheres.
18. DO NOT use for urethane paints or other paints
containing diisocyanates unless an appropriate
canister change-out schedule is developed. Due to
their poor warning properties, over exposure can
occur without user awareness and result in severe
permanent damage to the respiratory system. If
unable to develop an appropriate changeout
schedule, use an air-supplied respirator or SCBA.
19. The C420 PAPR has no user-serviceable parts
except as instructed in this manual.
20. DO NOT drop the C420 PAPR. If the C420 PAPR is
dropped leave the contaminated area immediately
and inspect the unit for damage. If the plastic can-
ister or blower housing is cracked it may cause
contaminants to get into the system.
Failure to follow all warnings, instructions, and estab-
lished protective measures can result in serious per-
sonal injury or death.
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