MSA G1 APR, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...MSAsafety com Operating Manual G1 Air Purifying Respirator APR Full Facepiece Respirator Order No 10158743 04 Print Spec 10000005389 A CR 800000039420 ...

Page 2: ...ions Otherwise it could fail to perform as designed and persons who rely on this device for their safety could sustain serious injury or death The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual Please protect yourself and your employees by following the instructions Please read and observe th...

Page 3: ...ers 13 2 3 Air Filtration Cartridge s Canister 14 2 4 G1 Spectacle Kit 14 3 Size Selection 15 3 1 Respirator Fit Test 15 3 1 1 Quantitative Test 15 3 1 2 Qualitative Test 15 4 Visual Examinations 16 4 1 All Components 16 4 2 Facepiece 16 4 3 APR Adapter 17 4 3 1 Single Port 17 4 3 2 Twin Port 17 4 4 Air Filtration Cartridge s Canister 17 4 4 1 Single Port Cartridge s Canister 17 4 4 2 Twin Port Ca...

Page 4: ...uring Use 28 8 1 Cold Weather Operation 28 9 After Use 28 9 1 Doffing the Respirator 29 9 1 1 Single Port 29 9 1 2 Twin Port 30 10 Cleaning and Disinfecting 31 10 1 Facepiece 31 10 2 APR Adapter 33 10 2 1 Single Port 33 10 2 2 Twin Port 35 11 G1 Spectacle Kit 37 12 Maintenance 39 13 Safekeeping and Storage 40 13 1 Facepiece 40 13 2 CBRN Applications 40 13 3 Shelf Life 40 14 Ordering Information 41...

Page 5: ...Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death L Follow the manufacturer s User Instructions for changing cartridge s canister and or filters M All approved respirators shall be selected fitted used and maintained in accordance with MSHA OSHA and other applicable regulations N Never substitute modify add or omit parts Use only exact replacement parts in the confi...

Page 6: ...here hazards have not been fully characterized W Use replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the applicable regulations and guid ance X Consult manufacturer s User Instructions for information on the use storage and maintenance of these respirators at various temperatures Y This respirator provides respiratory protection against inhalation of radiological and nuclear dust particles ...

Page 7: ...is respirator with the correct air filtration cartridge s canister for protection against specific chemical and or particulate contaminants Do NOT use this device if you cannot make sure that the air filtration cartridge s canister are applicable for the contaminant The respirator will not supply protection unless all inhaled air is pulled through an applicable air filtration cartridge s canister ...

Page 8: ...d flu virus other types of influenza severe acute respiratory syndrome SARS or other bacterial or viral biological agents and the risk of influenza infection during a pandemic This respirator does NOT remove the risk of exposure infection illness or death The respirator is certified by NIOSH to comply with the requirements specified for the designated filter efficiency level Applicable authorities...

Page 9: ...age If the device is damaged contaminants can get into the filtration system Failure to obey these warnings can result in serious injury or death 1 5 For CBRN Application Only WARNING Do NOT use this device without the correct training and a complete understanding of its limitations Misuse can prevent the respirator from supplying the necessary protection This respirator supplies LIMITED protectio...

Page 10: ...n Association https www nfpa org Codes and Standards Title 29 CFR Part 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards https www osha gov law regs html Title 29 CFR Part 1910 134 Respiratory Protection Standard https www osha gov law regs html 1 7 Contact Information For product concerns contact your local MSA authorized repair center or distributor who will provide the necessary information to MSA ...

Page 11: ...presentation or modification of the warranty concerning the goods sold under this contract MSA makes no warranty concerning components or accessories not manufactured by MSA but will pass on to the Purchaser all warranties of manufacturers of such components MSA shall be released from all obligations under this warranty in the event that repairs or modifica tions are made by persons other than its...

Page 12: ...pecific contaminants Exhaled air is released through the exhalation valve This device is intended for applications where it is necessary for users to go into or work within a hazardous area for a limited time For NIOSH approval information refer to the G1 APR Approval Insert PN 10160485 For information about approved configurations for the head harness refer to Tab 1 Approved config urations for t...

Page 13: ... the inhalation and exhalation valves which decreases breathing resistance and further enhances speech communication The facepiece includes a broad range of head harness designs and material options An optional spectacle kit is available 2 2 APR Adapters The APR adapters let you attach air filtration cartridge s canister to the facepiece An APR adapter connects to the facepiece with a push to conn...

Page 14: ...ves or neutralizes specific contaminants 2 4 G1 Spectacle Kit The G1 spectacle kit lets users mount eyeglasses inside the facepiece Individuals who wear eyeglasses must use the G1 spectacle kit to guarantee a correct fit Eyeglasses cannot be worn under the facepiece without the G1 spec tacle kit Fig 3 Cartridge for Single Port Adapter Fig 4 Cartridge for Two Port Adapter ...

Page 15: ...t test to verify the size If the respirator passes a negative pressure seal test but does NOT pass a respirator fit test try the next nearest size 3 1 Respirator Fit Test WARNING Do quantitative or qualitative respirator fit tests routinely for each wearer of this respirator Obey all specified warnings and limitations Failure to obey these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death Re...

Page 16: ...t or chem ical related damage or other signs of damage Make sure that the respirator is complete and assembled correctly Refer to Section 6 Preparing for Use Do all of the following component specific inspections 4 2 Facepiece Examine the lens for cracks scratches deformation or color changes Make sure that the facepiece rubber has a tight seal and is attached to the lens ring tightly Make sure th...

Page 17: ...ng and seal ring for wear or damage Remove the adapter cover to examine the exhalation valve Make sure that the valve moves off the seat and returns when released Examine the bayonets for damage 4 4 Air Filtration Cartridge s Canister 4 4 1 Single Port Cartridge s Canister Examine the air filtration cartridge s canister for cracks scratches deformation or color changes Examine the Rd 40 threads fo...

Page 18: ...tion about approved configurations refer to the G1 APR Approval Insert P N 10160485 For information about approved configurations for the head harness refer to Tab 1 Approved configura tions for the head harness Do not exceed the maximum use concentrations set by regulatory stan dards Users must comply with the following MSA respirator use limitations Do not exceed the following maximum use concen...

Page 19: ...ure of contaminants in an environment at the same time or against one contaminant then another using the same air filtration cartridge s canister ONLY in the following conditions The air filtration cartridge s canister are approved for all contaminants in the environment Contaminants in the environment at the same time are less than the IDLH levels for the specific contaminants 5 4 Exposure Limits...

Page 20: ...d harness is in an approved configuration Tab 1 Approved configurations for the head harness 6 1 Installing the APR Adapter Single and Twin Port Head Harness Neck Strap Model Description Model Description Model Description 7 2830 1 Rubber 7 2829 1 Cloth 7 2776 1 4 Point Kevlar Yellow Approved Approved 7 2777 1 5 Point Kevlar Yellow Approved Approved 7 2778 1 5 Point Rubber Approved Approved 7 3104...

Page 21: ...ures set by the applicable authorities Failure to obey these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death 6 2 1 Single Port Use the air filtration cartridge s canister immediately after removing them from the packaging Replace the air filtration cartridge s canister after each use Discard used air filtration cartridge s canister according to the decontamination and disposal proce dures ...

Page 22: ...d the rated service time 1 Remove the air filtration cartridges from the packaging 2 Make sure that the air filtration cartridges are not damaged 3 Make sure that the air filtration cartridges are applicable for use against all contaminants in the environment 4 Look at the label on the air filtration cartridges to make sure that the shelf life has not expired If the shelf life has expired do NOT u...

Page 23: ...ve clothing to prevent exposure to gases and vapors that can poison by skin absorption Only remove the respirator in a safe nonhazardous nontoxic atmosphere Failure to obey these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death Make sure that the APR adapter and applicable air filtration cartridge s canister are installed before you don the respirator When the respirator is adjusted correct...

Page 24: ...g immediately 4 Open the head harness with both hands and pull it over your head 5 Pull down on the head harness pull tab 6 Make sure that the head harness is flat on the back of your head 7 Make sure that the head harness straps are not twisted 8 Hold the respirator while you put the top of the nosecup in position on the bridge of your nose Make sure that the nosecup is centered on your face Make...

Page 25: ...e respirator 9 Make sure that your chin is fully engaged in the chin cup 10 While you hold the respirator in position over your face tighten the head harness straps one at a time in the following order Tighten the straps by pulling straight back not out away from the head a Both lower harness straps neck b Both upper harness straps temple c Top strap 11 For donning in cold weather release your bre...

Page 26: ...ure to obey these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death To make sure that the face to facepiece tightness is correct do a negative pressure seal test before each use 7 3 1 Single Port 1 Use the palm of your hand to seal the inlet to the air filtration cartridge s canister 2 Inhale and hold your breath for 10 seconds Make sure that the facepiece stays collapsed on your face 3 Exha...

Page 27: ... to seal each inlet to the air filtration cartridges 2 Inhale and hold your breath for 10 seconds Make sure that the facepiece stays collapsed on your face 3 Exhale Make sure that the exhalation valve opens and the pressure inside the facepiece is released 4 If necessary retighten the straps ...

Page 28: ...f the respirator components Any moisture on or in the respirator components can freeze and result in a malfunction of the respirator Make sure that all components operate correctly Failure to obey this warning can result in serious personal injury or death Water inside the facepiece APR adapter or air filtration cartridge s canister can freeze into ice and restrict airflow Make sure that moisture ...

Page 29: ... federal state and or local laws 9 1 Doffing the Respirator 9 1 1 Single Port 1 Use your fingers to pull the buckles on the head harness forward and loosen them 2 Holding the cartridge s canister pull the head harness forward over your head 3 Holding the cartridge s canister pull the respirator away and down from your face ...

Page 30: ...US 9 1 2 Twin Port 1 Use your fingers to pull the buckles on the head harness forward and loosen them 2 Holding the APR adapter pull the head harness forward over your head 3 Holding the APR adapter pull the respirator away and down from your face ...

Page 31: ...ts in one operation retains its germicidal efficiency in hard water to inhibit the growth of bacteria and will not deteriorate rubber plastic glass or metal parts Refer to the label to prepare the Confidence Plus Germicidal Cleaner If the device has heavy smoke residue or dirt accumulation use a damp sponge with a mild soap solu tion or a soft medium bristle brush to remove deposits that may inter...

Page 32: ... adapter 3 Remove the APR adapter from the facepiece NOTE The head harness can be cleaned as part of the facepiece or removed to be cleaned separately 4 Submerge the facepiece in the solution of Confidence Plus Germicidal Cleaner for a minimum of 30 seconds If necessary use a soft brush or sponge to clean the facepiece 5 Rinse the facepiece and components thoroughly in clean water that is not more...

Page 33: ...jury or death 10 2 1 Single Port 6 To clean and rinse the pressure demand exhalation valve use a blunt object to push in on the stem and flush the valve with clean water 7 Let the facepiece air dry Do not put parts near a heater or in direct sunlight to dry 8 Operate the exhalation valve manually to make sure that it operates correctly 9 Do a negative pressure seal test before returning the facepi...

Page 34: ...dapter cover thoroughly in clean water that is not more than 110 F 43 C and is preferably running and draining 6 Let the adapter and adapter cover air dry Do NOT put parts near a heater or in direct sunlight 7 Operate the exhalation valve manually to make sure that it operates correctly 8 Install the adapter cover 9 Make sure that the adapter connects to the facepiece correctly 10 Do a negative pr...

Page 35: ...ecessary use a sponge or soft brush to clean the adapter 4 Submerge the adapter cover in the solution of Confidence Plus Cleaner for a minimum of 30 seconds If necessary use a sponge or soft brush to clean the adapter cover 5 Rinse the adapter and adapter cover thoroughly in clean water that is not more than 110 F 43 C and is preferably running and draining 6 Let the adapter and adapter cover air ...

Page 36: ...Disinfecting G1 Air Purifying Respirator APR US 8 Install the adapter cover 9 Make sure that the adapter connects to the facepiece correctly 10 Do a negative pressure seal test before returning the facepiece to service ...

Page 37: ...ng can result in serious personal injury or death 1 Turn the head harness over the front of the facepiece so the harness covers the lens of the facepiece This will open up the faceblank to make it easier to install the spectacle kit 2 Squeeze in on the wire frame of the spectacle kit at the large bends about 2 in 5 cm from the ends 3 Push the top part of the wire frame into the lens of the facepie...

Page 38: ...frame is in position along the edge where the lens and face blank meet 5 Make sure the end of the wire frame is in position in the small pockets in the faceblank on the edge of the lens 6 Do Steps 4 and 5 on the opposite side 7 Don the facepiece 8 Adjust the lens frame up down and in out to optimize fit and visibility ...

Page 39: ...d and serviced regularly by an MSA trained repair technician MSA is liable only for maintenance and repairs performed by MSA Use only genuine MSA replacement parts Changes to devices or components are not permitted and will result in unapproved configurations Keep detailed inspection and service records ...

Page 40: ...tainer Failure to obey this warning can result in serious 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 ultravi olet radiatio...

Page 41: ...41 Ordering Information G1 Air Purifying Respirator APR US 14 Ordering Information ...

Page 42: ...4195 SP 14 1 Lens Ring Lower 10144196 SP 15 1 Cover Component Housing 10144187 SP 16 1 Clamp Component Housing 10144222 SP 17 2 Screw Lens Ring 10144221 SP 18 1 Lightpipe Assembly Left 10144180 SP 19 1 Lightpipe Assembly Right 10144204 SP 20 2 Screw Delta Pt Screw Wn 5451 30x8 10144233 SP 21 2 Inlet Valve Seat 10144192 SP 22 2 Inlet Valve 10144193 SP 23 5 Button Headharness Black 10144219 SP 24 5 ...

Page 43: ...1 Inhalation Valve 10144207 SP 44 1 Retainer Inhalation Valve 10144208 SP 45 1 O Ring 46 mm ID x 2 5 mm Thick 10144232 SP 46 1 Screw Ring 10144213 SP 47 1 Speaking Diaphragm 10144209 SP 48 1 Exhalation Valve Assembly 10144174 SP 49 1 Spring Exhalation Valve 10144179 SP 50 1 Retainer Exhalation Valve 10144177 SP 51 1 P100 Cartridge 495692 52 1 Filter Adapter Assembly Twin Port 10199720 53 2 Washer ...

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