Nextteq Airflow Test Kit User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

P/N NSD0X0000003 / NSD0X0000004

Revision: 08/21/08 C

AIRFLOW TEST KIT

Part No. 2106 (Entire Kit) / Part No. NST0X0002106 (Tubes Only)

Test Method Description from the OSHA Tuberculosis Control Training & Resource Guid e:

1. Before using this product, read, understand, and comply with all labels, warnings, operating instructions, MSDS, and other
literature accompanying the product before use. Failure to comply with all lab els, warnings, operating instructions, MSDS,
and other literature could result in serious injury.

2. Keep Nextteq LLC – MSDS P/N 90050 Rev. C, Dated August 21, 2008 for reference and traini ng:

3. Wear eye protection and chemical resistant gloves in accordance with OSHA standards and good practice before using
this product.

4. Remove the aspirator bulb, black plastic tubing, and one plastic smoke tube from the Nextteq carrying case.

NOTE: To increase density of smoke, at temperatures colder than 40ºF/4.44ºC, we recommend that the tube be warmed with

the hand during use.

5. Connect the black plastic tubing to the aspirator bulb, then insert the black plastic tubing into the end of the smoke tub e.

6. Break the two (2) ampoules in the plastic smoke tube by gently squeezing each glass ampoule.

NOTE: When the ampoules are manually crushed, aspirated airflow causes mixing of the released vapors, which react to

form Ethylenediamine acetate smoke.

7. The airflow tube should be held in the following position in relation to the door:

• Parallel to the door (not aimed toward it)

• Close to the floor

• Centered in the middle of the door

• Approximately two (2) inches in front of the door

NOTE: The tube should NOT be aimed toward the door and the smoke should NOT be blo wn dir ectly into the isolation room.

8. Slowly squeeze the aspirator bulb pump to make small puffs of smoke, then observe the resulting direction of airfl ow.

NOTE: Minimize the momentum of the smoke by squeezing the bulb slowly, which will also help minimize the volume of

smoke released.

9. Repeat the test at least once or until consistent results are obtained.

10. For occupied isolation rooms, release smoke from the corridor side of the door only.

Smoke Tube Specifications:

Operating Temperature Range 40-90ºF (4.44-32.22ºC)
Operating Humidity Range 10-80% RH, non condensing
Storage Temperature Range 40-77ºF (4.44-25ºC)
Storage Humidity Range 10-80% RH, non condensing
Reuse of Tube Plug ends of tube with rubber stoppers after first use if you plan on using the

Shelf Life 5 years from the date of shipment from Nextteq if stored correctly.
Required Storage Conditions Store in a cool dry location out of direct sunlight.
Disposal Seal ends of exhausted tubes and dispose in accordance with local, state, and

Warnings

1. Read, understand, and comply with all labels, warnings, operating instructions, MSDS, and other literature accompanying the product before use. Failure to
comply with all labels, warnings, operating instructions, MSDS, and other literature could result in serious injury.

2. Operate the product in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s specifications and operating instructions.

3. Be thoroughly familiar with this product, the manufacturer’s instructions, warnings, and associated equipment before using this product. Keep the Nex tteq
LLC Material Safety Data Sheet, MSDS P/N 90050 Rev. 8 B, Dated August 5, 2008 for reference and training.

4. Inspect the product and associated equipment for damage or defects before using this product. DO NOT use this product if this product or associated
equipment is damaged or defective.

5. DO NOT remove, alter, or cover any label, instruction, or warning when using this product.

6. Wear chemical resistant safety gloves in accordance with OSHA standards and good practice when using this product.

7. Wear eye protection in accordance with OSHA standards and good practice when exposed to smoke or fumes.

8. When operating the aspirator bulb pump, slowly and gently compress the bulb half way to minimize smoke momentum and smoke volume.

9. Keep all bystanders away from this product during use or testing.

10. Smoke trail visualization isolation room testing should be performed in strict compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

11. DO NOT spray smoke or fumes of smoke tube under doors unless you have first checked to ensure the smoke will not be blown onto unprotected persons.

tube again. Tubes need to be reused within 24 hours. Dispose of tubes after
24 hours if not reused.

federal regulations.

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12. DO NOT breathe the smoke or fumes directly. Avoid prolonged breathing of smoke or fumes, as prolonged breathing of smoke or fumes may result in
serious injury.

13. DO NOT blow smoke or fumes directly into a person’s unprotected face, as blowing smoke or fumes directly into a person’s unprotected face could result in
serious injury.

14. DO NOT blow smoke or fumes directly into eyes. Avoid smoke or fumes contacting eyes or skin. Blowing smoke or fumes directly into a person’s eyes could
result in serious inju ry.

15. DO NOT spray smoke in and or over areas that have the possibility of contaminating food or beverages, food or beverage container s, and/or food
preparation, serving, or holding areas.

16. DO NOT eat, drink, take internally, or consume contents of smoke tube. This may r e sult in serious injury.

17. DO NOT burn or throw this tube into a fire, as it may result in emitting dangerous toxic fumes.

18. After using this tube or after being exposed to smoke or fumes, wash face, hands, and any areas exposed to smoke or fumes before eating, drinking,
smoking, applying cosmetics, or inserting or removing contact lenses.

19. Smoke tubes are primarily composed of plastic, glass, and chemi cals. Keep smoke tubes out of the reach of children.

20. Use only the aspirator bulb pump specified by the manufacturer at the specified flow rates. Only operate the aspirator bulb pump in strict compliance with the
manufacturer’s specification and instructions. If a non-specified pump is used or if the pump is not operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s
specification and instructions, it may result in serious injury.

21. The smoke contains ethylenediamine acetate and may contain residual vapors of acetic acid and ethylenediamine, either of which may cause irritation to the
eyes, mucous membrane, and skin.
a. If inhaled and repeated coughing or trouble breathing occurs, immediately remove victim to fresh clean air. Restore and support breathing as

necessary.
b. If coughing or breathing difficulty persists, immediately provide oxygen and contact a physician.
c. If smoke contacts eyes, immediately flush eyes with running water for fifteen (15) minutes, including under eyelids, and contact a physician.
d. If smoke contacts skin or skin irritation occurs, immediately flush effected area with running water for fifteen (15) minutes.

22. DO NOT use this product for respirator fit testing. DO NOT use this product if operator has a pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular condition, bronchial
ailments, has or has had asthma, multiple chemical sensitivity or is hypersensitive or is allergic to acetic acid, 1,2,diaminoethane, or ethylenediamine.

23. This product is only for sale to, only for use by, and only for storage by trained, qualified, professional commercial or industrial users.

24. DO NOT dispose of expired or used tubes in domestic or residential waste. Smoke tubes must be disposed of properly. Dispose of smoke tubes in strict
accordance with all federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations.

25. DO NOT substitute, modify, or omit parts or components. Only use the manufacturer’s replacement parts in configuration specified by the original
manufacturer. Substitution of unauthorized parts may result in accidents or serious injury.

26. Ship this product in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including Federal D.O.T. regulation 49 CFR.

27. Remember the product is only as safe as the product user.

28. If you have any questions about operation or use, contact Nextteq LLC toll-free at 877-312-2333 or 813-249-5888.

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COMPETENT, PROFESSIONAL, COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, MILITARY, OR GOVERNMENT USERS AT THEIR DISCRETION AND RISK. READ, UNDERSTAND, AND
INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS, LABELS, AND MANUALS BEFORE USING AND WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT. ALL STATEMENTS, INFORMATION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED
IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE BASED UPON DATA AND OTHER INFORMATION THE MANUFACTURER BELIEVES TO BE CORRECT AND COMPLETE AS OF THE DATE ISSUED, BUT THE
ACCURACY AND COMPLETENESS THEREOF IS NOT GUARANTEED AND NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION OR RECOMMENDATIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT INTENDED AS A LICENSE TO OPERATE UNDER OR A RECOMMENDATION TO PRACTICE OR TO INFRINGE UPON ANY
PATENT, TRADEMARK, TRADE SECRET, OR PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF NEXTTEQ LLC OR OTHERS COVERING ANY PROCESS, COMPOSITION, MATTER, OR USE. THE USER IS
RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING WHETHER THE PRODUCT OR COMPONENT IS FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND SUITABLE FOR THE USER’S METHOD OF USE OR
APPLICATION. THE TEST SUBJECTS’ SENSITIVITY TO CHEMICALS VARIES. THE SIZE OF DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS’ ASPIRATION BULB PUMPS VARIES. THE PACKING DENSIT Y
AND CHEMICAL PURITY OF DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS’ SMOKE TUBES VARY. THE SKILL AND TRAINING OF TEST ADMINISTRATORS VARY. GIVEN THE VARIETY OF FACTORS
THAT CAN AFFECT THE USE AND APPLICATION OF A PRODUCT OR COMPONENT, SOME OF WHICH ARE UNIQUELY WITHIN THE USER’S KNOWLEDGE OR CONTROL, IT IS
ESSENTIAL THAT THE USER EVALUATE THE PRODUCT OR COMPONENT TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE PRODUCT OR COMPONENT IS FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND
ADDITIONALLY SUITABLE FOR USER’S METHOD OF USE OR APPLICATION AND SUITABLE FOR THE TEST SUBJECT. NEXTTEQ’S WARRANTY IS SET FORTH IN NEXTTEQ’S TERMS
AND CONDITIONS OF SALE MADE BY NEXTTEQ AND ACCEPTED BY BUYER IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY
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THE DESCRIPTION SET FORTH IN NEXTTEQ’S TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. NEXTTEQ SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT OR INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL,
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THIS PRODUCT, INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS, LABELS, SPECIFICATIONS, TEST PROTOCOL, THE PRODUCT MANUAL, OR THE MSDS, THE USER SHOULD CALL NEXTTEQ FOR
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