SAS Opti-Fit 9800-25, Opti-Fit 9800-35, Opti-Fit 9800-45 Operation Manual

OPERATION MANUAL

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SUPPLIED AIR SYSTEMS

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ONE-MAN FULLFACE SYSTEM - 1/4 HP

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9800-45

FOUR-MAN FULLFACE SYSTEM - 1 1/2 HP

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Instruction Manual for the safe operation of the air-supply system. By signing and returning this
acceptance form, I acknowledge that I did not try and operate the system before studying the
manual, and further agree to continue to follow the recommended guidelines for safe operation per
OSHA 29CFR 1910.134. I also know that I can telephone SAS at any time, with any questions
concerning the Safe operation of the air supply system. I further agree that there will be no
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SUPPLIED-AIR RESPIRATOR

WARNING

• This respirator system reduces, but does not eliminate, exposure and inhalation of contami­nants, it DOES NOT provide complete protection.

• If you are sensitized to paint, paint hardeners, isocyanates, epoxy, metal cutting fluid, latex, or
any other material, this respirator system WILL NOT protect you.

• If you have ever had breathing problems while or after using or being around paint or pain
hardeners, isocyanates, epoxy, metal cutting fluids, latex, or any other material. DO NOT
USE this respirator system. It WILL NOT protect you.

• Failure to read, understand, and follow ALL warnings and instructions provided here, in the
respirator user’s manual, and with the materials you are using (paint, epoxy, pesticides, etc.)
may cause INJURY, DISEASE, or DEATH.

• If you do not understand the instructions, and warning DO NOT USE this respirator system.

• If these instructions and warning indicate that you should not use this respirator system or that

it will not protect you. DO NO USE IT, even if conflicting instructions from somewhere else
(your boss or a paint store, for example) indicate you can.

• YOU assume responsibility for any damage, injury, disease, or death caused by YOUR failure
to follow instructions an d heed warnings.

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INDEX

Page #

1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION DO'S & DON'T

2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

5 PARTS DESCRIPTION, 9805-00

6 PARTS DESCRIPTION, 9810-00 & 9820-00

7 PARTS DESCRIPTION, 9840-00

8-9 MAINTENANCE, OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

10 TROUBLE SHOOTING

11 CONTROL OF AIR QUALITY

12 PARTS DESCRIPTION, 9814-05 FULLFACE

13-16 USER INSTRUCTIONS, SAR RESPIRATORS

16 SPECTACLE KIT, INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

17-38 OSHA CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS

39 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM

40 OPTI-FIT FULLFACE WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

41 GAST OIL-LESS AIR PUMP WARRANTY

IMPORTANT

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT use Supplied-Air System in any atmosphere immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
(IDLH) and/or from which the worker cannot escape without the use of a respirator.
OSHA 29CFR 1910.134.

DO NOT place oil-less air pump in an area that cannot guarantee clean, breathable air,
grade D per OSHA 29CFR 1910.134.

DO NOT place air pump where air intake could be contaminated by spray booth exhaust, other
spraying operations (i.e. primer application, etc.), mixing operations, auto exhausts,
etc.

DO NOT place oil-less air pump inside spray booth or in the same area in which you are
spraying.

DO NOT use 9805-00 (1/4 & 1/3hp) or 9810-00 (1/2hp) oil-less air pump for 2-man application.

DO NOT run oil-less air pump without breathing air-line and mask attached. This will cause

pump to over heat and shut off.

DO NOT use 9805-00 (1/4 & 1/3hp) oil-less pump for hood-type respirator.

DO NOT use ungrounded electrical receptacles.

DO NOT use ANY electrical extension cords.

DO NOT close off pressure relief value completely. This will cause pump to over heat and

shut off.

DO before start-up, unscrew aluminum cup on exhaust filter assembly and check that
exhaust filter in firmly seated in place. Replace aluminum cup and tighten firmly.

DO before start-up check intake filter to be sure it is secured to pump housing.

DO change intake filter and exhaust filer every 90 to 100 running hours or if pressure
drops below recommendations.

DO place air inlet pump in a clean air environment where breathable air can be assured
at all times.

DO check pressure gauge for a minimum 4.0 PSI while air is flowing into supplied-air
respirator. Pressure relief valve is factory set to deliver more than the minimum
OSHA required 4.0 CFM.

DO use grounded electrical connections.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

SAS SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR SYSTEMS

9800-35 ONE-MAN FULLFACE SYSTEM 1/4 HP

9814-05 Opti-Fit Full face Supplied Air Respirator - Medium
9852-42 Breathing Air Line Hose 50 ft.
9850-31 Nylon-Web Belt
7600-95 Peel-Off Lens Cover (1 Single)
9805-00 1/4 & 1/3 hp Oil-Less Carbon Vane Air Pump

9800-25 TWO-MAN FULLFACE SYSTEM 3/4 HP

9814-05 Opti-Fit Full face Supplied Air Respirator - Medium (Qty 2)
9852-42 Breathing Air Line Hose 50 ft. (Qty 2)
9850-31 Nylon-Web Belt (Qty 2)
7600-95 Peel-Off Lens Cover (2 Singles)
9810-00 3/4hp Oil-Less Carbon Vane Air Pump

9800-45 FOUR-MAN FULLFACE SYSTEM 1 1/2 HP

9814-05 Opti-Fit Full face Supplied Air Respirator - Medium (Qty 4)
9852-42 Breathing Air Line Hose 50 ft. (Qty 4)
9850-31 Nylon-Web Belt (Qty 4)
7600-95 Peel-Off Lens Cover (4 Singles)

Supplied Air Respirator - SAR

Optimum fit, comfort and superior optics in a full face respirator. Comfortable, durable silicone skirt
and five-strap suspension. The Opti-Fit™ features a distortion-free lens with exceptional view. The lens
is replaceable and treated with an anti-scratch coating. A nose cup is a standard feature to prevent
fogging. Lightweight construction reduces head and neck stress even during extended wear. Peel-Off
Lens covers available both in Clear and Tinted.

Oil-Less Carbon Vane Air Pump

The oil-less air pump produces completely oil-free air and does not generate carbon monoxide, oil

vapor or oil mists. The 115V pump comes with intake and exhaust filters, pressure-relief valve, pressure
gauge and airline couplings. CAUTION: PUMP MUST BE PLACE IN A "CLEAN-AIR" ENVIRONMENT
WHERE BREATHABLE AIR CAN BE ASSURED AT ALL TIMES! If "clean air" intake cannot be
guaranteed, a remote air intake may be used to assure safe breathable air for the user. Pump must not
be operated in potentially explosive atmosphere.

Respiratory Protection Program

OSHA requires a Respiratory Protection Program be implemented. The SAS Instruction Manual

outlines compliance requirements for employer and user.

NOT TO BE USED IN ATMOSPHERES IMMEDIATELY DANGEROUS TO LIFE OR HEALTH!
All products listed comply with the standards of the Occupational Safety and health Administration
(OSHA), assuming that the materials are used as designed and engineered in accordance with
instructions.

9840-00 1 1/2 hp Oil-Less Carbon Vane Air Pump

Item No. HP Max No. of

Respirators

9805-00 1/4 & 1/3 1 0 9A / 115V 0 to 10 0 to 4.5

9810-00 1/2 1 1 10.8A / 115V 0 to 10 0 to 8

9820-00 3/4 2 1 10.8A / 115/230V 0 to 10 0 to 10

9840-00 1 1/2 4 3 30A / 115/230V 0 to 10 0 to 22

Max No. of

Hoods

Amps / Volts PSI CFM

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OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

9805-00 OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

PUMP IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AT FACTORY

-- RUBBER FEET (P/N 9700-06) AND HANDLE (P/N 9700-05) MAY BE
ORDERED IF DESIRED.

9810-00 AND 9820-00 OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

-- INSTALL HANDLE TOWARD PUMP FRONT END WITH HANDLE
FLANGES ONTO OF MOTOR BASE. USE RUBBER FEET
INSTALLATION FOR HANDLE SUPPORT

-- INSTALL REMAINING RUBBER FEET WITH NUTS AND BOLTS
PROVIDED.

PARTIAL PUMP ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN COMPLETED AT FACTORY:

-- SCREW INLET FILTER ASSEMBLY INTO INLET PORT (MARKED "IN").
IF INLET HOSE KITS ARE TO BE USED FOR REMOTE LOCATION OF
INLET AIR

-- INSTALL EXHAUST FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY WITH PRESSURE
GAUGE AND HOSE COUPLING (PRE-ASSEMBLED AT FACTORY) TO
OUTLET "TEE" EXHAUST PORT.

9840-00 OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

PARTIAL PUMP ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN COMPLETED AT FACTORY:

-- SCREW INLET FILTER ASSEMBLY INTO INLET PORT (MARKED "IN").
IF INLET HOSE KITS ARE TO BE USED FOR REMOTE LOCATION OF
INLET AIR

-- INSTALL EXHAUST FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY WITH PRESSURE
GAUGE AND HOSE COUPLING (PRE-ASSEMBLED AT FACTORY) TO
OUTLET "TEE" EXHAUST PORT.

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OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL # 9805-00, 9810-00, 9820-00 & 9840-00

-- FOR RESPIRATOR AND AIR-LINE ASSEMBLIES,
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS FACTORY SET AT MINIMUM 4.0 PSI
FOR USE WITH 50 TO 100 FOOT AIR-SUPPLY LINE. DO NOT
CLOSE OFF PRESSURE RELIEF WHERE NO AIR CAN ESCAPE.

IMPORTANT -- FOR RESPIRATOR SYSTEMS OTHER THAN SAS SAFETY CORP.

-- FOR RESPIRATOR AIR-LINE SYSTEMS OTHER THAN SAS. ADJUST
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IF NECESSARY.

-- USE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE AS A ADJUSTMENT DEVICE.
DELIBERATELY "BLEED OFF" AIR TO ACHIEVE DESIRED GAUGE
READING.

-- GAUGE READING SHOULD CONFORM TO MSHA/NIOSH APPROVED
MINIMUMS FOR EACH SPECIFIC RESPIRATOR MODE MANUFACTURER'S
OWNER'S MANUALS OR INSTRUCTIONS WILL SPECIFY THESE
PRESSURE RANGES.

-- COUPLING MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED ON PUMP IF AIR-LINE
CONNECTION IS OTHER THAN SAS SAFETY CORP. THIS DOES NOT
VIOLATE NIOSH APPROVAL (DO NOT CHANGE FITTINGS ON HOSE
AS THIS COULD NULLIFY RESPIRATOR NIOSH APPROVAL)

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1/4 & 1/3 HP OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

MOTOR – OPEN TYPE (NOT EXPLOSIVE PROOF)

- 115V, SINGLE PHASE, 60HZ

ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 9700-14 INTAKE FILTER ELEMENT

2 9700-02 EXHAUST FILTER ELEMENT

3 9700-19 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

4 9700-04 PRESSURE GAUGE

5 0200-002 1/4’ HEX NIPPLE

6 0200-021 1/4’ BRASS “T”

7 9700-07 ELECTRIC CORD, W/GROUND PLUG

8 9700-21 INTAKE FILTER ASSEMBLY

9 9700-22 EXHAUST FILTER ASSEMBLY

10 9700-10 1/4” NPT MALE COUPLER

9700-11 PUMP CLEANING SOLUTION (Not Shown)

9700-25 INLET HOSE KIT – 25 ft. (Not Shown)

9700-30 INLET HOSE KIT – 25 ft. (Not Shown)

9700-40 SERVICE KIT – VANES, FILTER & PUMP CLEANER (Not Shown)

Warning: Exhaust filter DOES NOT REMOVE dangerous organic vapors or gases. DO NOT USE this equipment if organic
vapors or gases are present. If this air pump is to be used as a breathing air source, the air inlet MUST be located
in a CLEAN AIR area where breathable air can be assured at all times

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1/2 & 3/4 HP OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

MOTOR – OPEN TYPE (NOT EXPLOSIVE PROOF)

- 115V, SINGLE PHASE, 60HZ

ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 9700-01 INTAKE FILTER ELEMENT

2 9700-02 EXHAUST FILTER ELEMENT

3 9700-03 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

4 9700-04 PRESSURE GAUGE

5 9700-05 CARRYING HANDLE

6 9700-06 4 RUBBER FEET, W/NUTS & BOLTS

7 9700-07 ELECTRIC CORD, W/GROUND PLUG

8 9700-08 INTAKE FILTER ASSEMBLY

9 9700-09 EXHAUST FILTER ASSEMBLY

10 9700-10 1/4” NPT MALE COUPLER

0200-022 3/8”’ BRASS “T”

0200-03 3/8”’ HEX NIPPLE

9700-11 PUMP CLEANING SOLUTION (Not Shown)

9700-25 INLET HOSE KIT – 25 ft. (Not Shown)

9700-30 INLET HOSE KIT – 25 ft. (Not Shown)

9700-50 SERVICE KIT – VANES, FILTER & PUMP CLEANER (Not Shown)

Warning: Exhaust filter DOES NOT REMOVE dangerous organic vapors or gases. DO NOT USE this equipment if organic
vapors or gases are present. If this air pump is to be used as a breathing air source, the air inlet MUST be located
in a CLEAN AIR area where breathable air can be assured at all times.

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1 1/2 OIL-LESS AIR PUMP

MOTOR – OPEN TYPE (NOT EXPLOSIVE PROOF)

- 115V, SINGLE PHASE, 60HZ

ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION

1 9700-01 INTAKE FILTER ELEMENT

2 9700-02 EXHAUST FILTER ELEMENT

3 9700-03 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

4 9700-04 PRESSURE GAUGE

5 9700-05 3/4”’ BRASS “T”

6 9700-06 3/4”’ HEX NIPPLE

7 9700-07 ELECTRIC CORD, W/GROUND PLUG

8 9700-08 INTAKE FILTER ASSEMBLY

9 9700-09 EXHAUST FILTER ASSEMBLY

10 9700-10 1/4” NPT MALE COUPLER

11 0200-054 3/4” TO 1/4” REDUCER

12 0200-074 3/4” BRASS ELBOW

9700-11 PUMP CLEANING SOLUTION (Not Shown)

9840-25 INLET HOSE KIT – 25 ft. (Not Shown)

9840-30 INLET HOSE KIT – 25 ft. (Not Shown)

Warning: Exhaust filter DOES NOT REMOVE dangerous organic vapors or gases. DO NOT USE this equipment if organic
vapors or gases are present. If this air pump is to be used as a breathing air source, the air inlet MUST be located
in a CLEAN AIR area where breathable air can be assured at all times.

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HOW TO GET TOP PERFORMANCE AND

LONG LIFE FROM SAS PUMPS

GENERAL INFORMATION:

This pump is only to be used for the purpose of pumping air and under NO circumstances be
used with any other gases. The pump must not be used for the pumping of fluids, particles,
solids or any substance mixed with air, particularly combustible substances likely to cause
explosions. Your rotary pump is a precision product with a clearance of Top . 0015” End .0015”
for model 0523 (1/4 HP & 1/3HP) and Top .003” End .002” for models 0823 and 1023 (1/2HP
and 3/4HP). Foreign particles or excessive dirt and/or dust could cause eventual “jamming” of
the pump. The unit is built of steel and cast iron and is designed for pumping dry air.
Consequently, any moisture (especially when pump stands idle) will tend to corrode interior. The
Carbon Vanes life is between 5,000 - 15,000 hours depending upon application.

NEVER lubricate this oil-less rotary vane pump. The sealed bearing are grease-packed. The
service life of the carbon vanes will be reduced by petroleum or hydrocarbon products. Precision
ground vanes take up their own wear and will last thousands of hours depending upon speed
and degree of pressure. Excessive dirt, foreign particles, or moisture could cause the vanes to
stick in the rotor slots and even break.. Periodic “Flushing” could prevent this see page 10.

PRODUCT USE CRITERIA:

Pump only clean, dry air and operate at 32°F - 104°F (0° C - 40°C). Protect unit from dirt and
moisture. Do not pump flamable or explsive gases or use in an atmosphere that contains such
gases.

INSTALLATION:

WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD:

Disconnect electrical power at the circuit breaker or fuse box before installing this product. Install
this product where it will not come into contact with water or other liquids. Install this product
where it will be weather protected. Electrically ground this product. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in death, fire or electrical shock.

CAUTION: Blocking air flow around the product in any way can cause the product to over heat
and shut off.

MOUNTING:

This product may be installed in any orientation. Mounting the product to a stable, rigid operating
surface and using shock mounts will reduce noise and vibration.

INSPECTION:

Regular inspection, cleaning filters, and "flushing" (see page 10) may prevent extensive repairs.
Dirty or clogged intake filter felt can be responsible for failure of the pump to build up pressure
and eventual pump overheating. Replace exhaust filter element every 90 to 100 running hours.
Do not be alarmed if temperature of exhaust air reaches 225°F when running continuously. If
there is evidence of overheating or excessive noise, stop immediately for repairs. Keep external
surfaces clean for proper heat dissipation. Most failures to build up pressure are due to leaks in
connecting lines, damaged filter jar threads, collapsed air lines, dirty filtering elements or sluggish
vanes in the pump. The latter is generally caused from the pump being operated above its
recommended duty and getting too hot.

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START UP:

If the motor fails to start or slows down significantly under load, shut off and disconnect from
power supply. Check that the voltage is correct for motor and the motor is turning in the proper
direction. Vane life will be drastically reduced if motor is not operating properly. Vanes can
break or be damaged it motor/pump runs in the wrong direction. Motors are equipped with
thermal protector that turns current of automatically when to mechanical or electrical overloads.
Also check the wiring instructions on motor case or on thermal plate cover.

LUBRICATION:

CAUTION: NEVER LUBRICATE DRY "OIL-LESS" AIR PUMPS. The carbon vanes and
grease packed bearing s require NO oil.

FLUSHING:

Flushing this product to remove excessive dirt, foreign particles, moisture or oil that occurs in the
operating environment will help to maintain proper vane performance. Most pump troubles can
be corrected by flushing solvent rather than by taking apart. A noisy or inefficient pump is
frequently nothing more serious than vanes stuck in a rotor slot due to foreign material (dust)
and / or dirty filters.

CAUTION -- Recommended commercial solvents for SAS pumps are Loctite Safety Solvent,
Inhibisol Safety Solvent, and Dow Chemical Chlorothane. In the event one of the above are not
available, use any NON-FLAMMABLE, NON-TOXIC, NON-PETROLEUM BASE, INDUSTRIAL
CLEANING SOLVENT. (SAS PUMP FLUSHING LIQUID --- P/N 9700-11).

FLUSHING PROCEDURES:

Remove Intake Filter Assembly and Exhaust Port Assembly. Flushing should be done while the
unit is running and in a well ventilated area. Then while wearing proper protection have a clean
cloth over the exhaust port marked "OUT". Spray or pour a small amount of flushing solution in
the intake port marked "IN". Continue flushing until solution coming out exhaust port appears to
be clear. After all solvent has passed through the pump continue to let the pump run while
unseen solution can dissipate into the air, then re-attach the Intake Filter Assembly to the port
marked “IN” and Exhaust Port Assembly to the port marked “OUT”. Frequent flushing is
recommended to help maintain proper vane performance.

FILTER ELEMENTS:

Replace Intake and Exhaust Filter every 90 to 100 running hours.

DISASSEMBLY:

If foreign matter has entered pump, try flushing. If this does not eliminate the foreign matter,
unplug pump, remove only the dead end plate and the four vanes (DO NOT at any time remove
the rotor). Wash vanes, end plate, and pump chamber with solvent (see above for correct type of
solvents to be used). Dry and reassemble.

DANGER: TO PREVENT EXPLOSIVE HAZARD, DO NOT PUMP COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS

OR VAPORS WITH ANY SAS UNIT.

FOR MAXIMUM PUMP LIFE USE MINIMUM PRESSURE NEEDED TO DO THE JOB.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

Reason and remedy for Problem Low

Pressure

Filter(s) dirty
Clean or replace

Relief valve set to high
Inspect and adjust

Relief valve set to low.
Inspect and adjust

Plugged vacuum / pressure line.
Inspect and adjust

Vanes sticking.
Clean or replace

Vanes worn.
Replace

Shaft seal worn.
Replace

Dust or offset powder in pump.
Inspect and clean

X

X

X

X At Pump X X

X

X

X

X X X

High

Pressure

Pump

Overheat

Motor

Overheat

Motor not wired correctly.
Check wiring diagram and line voltage.

Damaged jar thread.
Replace

Damaged jar gasket.
Replace

Plugged pressure line.
Inspect and/or replace

Running to high RPM.
Inspect and adjust

X X X

X X X

X

X At Pump X X

X X X

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SUPPLIED-AIR FULL FACE

MODEL 9814 SERIES

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ITEM PART

NUMBER

1 9621-57 Skirt, Small (Incl. #’s 2-20) 12 7620-37 Twin Seal (2 req.)

9621-67 Skirt, Medium (Incl. #’s 2-20) 13 1400-01 Inhalation Valve

9621-77 Skirt, Large (Incl. #’s 2-20) 14 7620-35 Connector, Threaded

2 7620-07 Lens Replacement 15 7620-04 Nozzle Cover

3 7600-95 Peel-Off Lens Cover 16 8202-61 O-Ring

4 7620-13 Short Buckle Strap Kit 17 1400-05 Exhalation Valve

5 7620-19 Long Buckle Strap Kit 18 7620-03 Nozzle

7 7620-09 Headstrap, TPE 19 7620-23 Nose Cup

9 8391-02 Screw (2 req.) 20 7620-90 Valve Holder (2 req.)

10 7620-31 Rim, Upper 21 9850-20 Cap

11 7620-37 Rim, Lower 22 9813-72 Downtube Assembly

DESCRIPTION ITEM PART

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

USER INSTRUCTIONS

LOW PRESSURE

SUPPLIED-AIR RESPIRATOR,

TYPE C CONSTANT FLOW CLASS

FULLFACE RESPIRATOR.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Warnings, Causation and Notes used in this manual have

the following significance:

WARNING

Maintenance or operation procedures and techniques will result in personal

injury or loss of life if not carefully followed.

CAUTION

Maintenance or operation procedures and techniques will result in damage

to equipment if not carefully followed.

NOTE

Maintenance or operating procedures and techniques that are considered

important enough to emphasize.

DESCRIPTION

Supplied Air Respirators provide long duration respiratory protection

in toxic atmospheres. Air is supplied to the facepiece through a hoseline.

WARNING

1. Selection or use of this respirator must be done in accordance with American National
Standard Practices for Respiratory Protection Z88.2 and the Occupational Safety and Health
statutes to which you are subjected.

2. DO NOT use this facepiece on a pressure demand unit. Fullface Supplied Air Respirators are
approved by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

3. DO NOT wear supplied air respirators in any atmosphere that is immediately dangerous

to life or health. "Atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health" are:

a. Those which the wearer could not breath for short periods.
b. Those from which the wearer could not escape without the aid of the respirator.
c. Those which would have an immediate or delayed adverse effect on health.

COMPONENTS:

Each Fullface Supplied-Air Respirator consists of the following major components: Face piece Assembly,
Down-Tube Assembly, Nylon-Web Waist Belt, 50 ft. Breathing Air Supply Line.

Use only the components having the part numbers listed on the MSHA/NIOSH approval plate. Use of any
other components voids the approval.

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Accessories:

To extend the utility of the Full face Supplied-Air respirator, the following accessories are offered as option
equipment.

Opti-Fit Fullface

Spectacle Kit 7622-60
Lens Cover Clear 7600-95
Lens Cover Shade 7600-96

PREPARATION FOR USE

Air Supply:

A. PURITY

Unless safety and health codes in your area specify otherwise, air purity must meet the requirements
of Type 1, Grade D gaseous air set forth in the Compressed Gas Association Commodity
Specification for Air, G-7.1. The responsibility of maintaining the quality of the air is yours. Install
purification and monitoring equipment as necessary.

B. PRESSURE

Pressure relief valve on SAS pump is factory set for maximum air flow. Pressure of the air supply
must be maintained within the range specified for the length of air supply line, measured at the inlet to
the air supply line. Refer to respirator manufacturer's recommendation for specific settings.

WARNING

If a compressor is used to supply breathing air, the following precautions must be taken:

A. The compressor air intake must be located so that only clean, fresh air is drawn into the
compressor. Be especially careful that toxic gases are not drawn in. Locate the air intake
away from engine exhausts, spray paint exhausts, over spray, chemical processes,
and/or dust sources.

B. The responsibility for compliance with safety and health codes, applicable to you area,
is YOURS.

LENGTH OF HOSELINE

The length of hoseline to be used will be determined by the job to be done. In NO
length exceed 100 feet.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Donning:

1. Connect the air supply hose to the air supply.

2. Put the waist belt on. tighten the belt snugly around your waist.

3. Tuck the Full face mask under your arm and attach the clip-on end of the low pressure hose
(downtube) coming from your mask to the ring on your waist belt. Attach it so the plug on the end of
the hose pints rearward.

case may the hose

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4. Plug the end of the low pressure hose coming from your mask into the hoseline and turn on the air

supply. Your mask should now be supplying air.

5. Don the Full face mask:

5.1 Full face Mask:

a. Extend all headstraps to their full length.
b. Push the whole headstrap up and over the "forehead" part of the mask as far as possible.
c. Insert your chin into the Face piece first, then pull the headstraps down over the back of
your head and down as far as they will go.

6. Tighten the straps -- lower straps first, then the upper straps. The straps must be tight enough so

that they securely hold the Full face mask on and prevent leakage. Do not make them so tight that
you become uncomfortable.

7. Your respirator is now ready to use.

PERIODIC INSPECTION

NOTE

The Supplied-Air Respirator should be inspected for defects after each use, and at least once monthly if it
is not used. The Supplied-Air Respirator should be repaired as necessary, cleaned and disinfected, and
then stored properly to assure that it is maintained in satisfactory working condition. A record should be
kept of inspection dates and findings.

INSPECTION

1. WAIST BELT: Check the waist belt for broken, twisted, or excessively frayed straps, defective or

excessively rusty buckles: defective stitching, and cuts, tears, or holes.

2. FACEPIECE: The face piece skirt and headstrap should be inspected for pliability and signs of
deterioration. Stretching and manipulating the rubber with a massaging action will keep it pliable,

flexible and prevent it from taking a set during storage. All parts, and especially the lens, should be
clean and free of dirt and dust. Examine the buckles to see that they function properly and free of
excessive rust. Check the face piece for leaks. Special attention should be given to the exhalation
valve and the joint between the lens and the skirt.

3. HOSE: Inspect the mask and air supply hose for leaks, cuts, cracks, and abrasions. Check the end

fittings for tightness.

CLEANING:

1. For sanitary reasons, the respirator face piece should be cleaned and disinfected after each use,

even if it does not look dirty.

2. Make a cleaning solution by mixing water with any detergent that contains effective disinfectants

(such as quaternary ammonium compounds).

3. Heat the solution to 140-160° F. (60 - 71.1` C).

4. Immerse the face piece, top first, in the cleaning solution. Immerse it only until the exhalation

valve is covered.

5. Using a soft brush, gently clean the face piece

6. Rinse the face piece in a fresh-water bath and allow it to air dry. Mild heat (less than 160° F,

71.1° C) may be used to speed up the drying. Use of towel to dry the face piece is not

recommended unless a clean, lint free towel is used.

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7. Use caution when cleaning the face piece lens. Although the outer surface of the lens has a
proprietary anti-scratch coating, it can be damaged through careless or abusive handling. Do not
attempt to "polish out" scratches with any abrasive agent as this will only cause further damage to
the remaining coating. Warm, soapy water (using Joy, Mr. Clean, Lestoil, etc.) is usually adequate
to remove adhering grime. Stubborn deposits may require the use of denatured or isopropyl
alcohol or other mild solvents. DO NOT allow any solvent to come into contact with rubber or
plastic parts. Use solvents only in a well-ventilated area.

REPAIR:

Repair of the Supplied Air Respirator by the user is limited to replacement of the components as listed on
the MSHA/NIOSH approval label. Disassembly should be performed only to the extent necessary to
replace the components.

WARNING

Before disassembly, make sure that all air is bled from the lines. Shut off or deplete the air supply to
prevent equipment damage or personal injury.

To protect your warranty and the MSHA/NIOSH certification on the equipment, all other repairs must be
done only by authorized Service Center. If there are none at your facility, consult your SURVIVAIR
distributor for the one nearest you.

STORAGE:

After inspection, cleaning and necessary repair, the Supplied-Air Respirator should be stored to
protect it against dust, sunlight, heat, extreme cold, excessive moisture, or damaging chemicals.
The Supplied Air Respirator should be stored in compartments built for that purpose. The
compartments should be clearly marked.

Spectacle Kit

P/N 7622-60

FOR USE WITH OPTI-FIT MASKS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. TAKE FRAMES AND TEMPLE BARS TO AN OPTICIAN
FOR INSTALLATION OF PRESCRIPTION LENSES. (YOU
WILL NEED YOUR PRESCRIPTION) FRAMES USE 48mm
SIZE LENS ONLY.

2. INSERT SPECTACLE TEMPLE BARS INTO HOLES IN
TABS ON INSIDE OF MASK SKIRT.

3. POSITION SPECTACLES AS DESIRED.

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OSHA Occupational Safety & Health Administration
U.S. Department of Labor

OSHA Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) - 1910....

1910.134 - Respiratory Protection.

Standard Number: 1910.134
Standard Title: Respiratory Protection
Subpart Number: I
Subpart Title: Personal Protective Equipment

Produced by USDOL OSHA - Directorate of Safety Standards &

Directorate of Health Standards

Maintained by USDOL OSHA- OCIS

(a)

* Permissible practice.

(a)(1)
* In the control of those occupational diseases caused by breathing air contaminated with harmful
dusts, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors, the primary objective shall be to
prevent atmospheric contamination. This shall be accomplished as far as feasible by accepted
engineering control measures (for example, enclosure or confinement of the operation, general
and local ventilation, and substitution of less toxic materials). When effective engineering controls
are not feasible, or while they are being instituted, appropriate respirators shall be used pursuant
to this section.

(a)(2)
* Respirators shall be provided by the employer when such equipment is necessary to protect the
health of the employee. The employer shall provide the respirators which are applicable and
suitable for the purpose intended. The employer shall be responsible for the establishment and
maintenance of a respiratory protection program which shall include the requirements outlined in
paragraph (c) of this section.

...1910.134(b)
(b)
* Definitions. The following definitions are important terms used in the respiratory protection
standard in this section.

* Air-purifying respirator means a respirator with an air-purifying filter, cartridge, or canister that
removes specific air contaminants by passing ambient air through the air-purifying element.

* Assigned protection factor (APF) [Reserved]

* Atmosphere -supplying respirator means a respirator that supplies the respirator user

with breathing air from a source independent of the ambient atmosphere, and includes supplied-air
respirators (SARs) and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units.

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* Canister or cartridge means a container with a filter, sorbent, or catalyst, or combination of
these items, which removes specific contaminants from the air passed through the container.

* Demand respirator means an atmosphere-supplying respirator that admits breathing air to the
face piece only when a negative pressure is created inside the face piece by inhalation.

* Emergency situation means any occurrence such as, but not limited to, equipment failure,
rupture of containers, or failure of control equipment that may or does result in an uncontrolled
significant release of an airborne contaminant.

* Employee exposure means exposure to a concentration of an airborne contaminant that would
occur if the employee were not using respiratory protection.

* End-of-service-life indicator (ESLI) means a system that warns the respirator user of the
approach of the end of adequate respiratory protection, for example, that the sorbent is
approaching saturation or is no longer effective.

* Escape-only respirator means a respirator intended to be used only for emergency exit.

* Filter or air purifying element means a component used in respirators to remove solid or liquid
aerosols from the inspired air.

* Filtering face piece (dust mask) means a negative pressure particulate respirator with a filter as
an integral part of the face piece or with the entire face piece composed of the filtering medium.

* Fit factor means a quantitative estimate of the fit of a particular respirator to a specific
individual, and typically estimates the ratio of the concentration of a substance in ambient air to
its concentration inside the respirator when worn.

* Fit test means the use of a protocol to qualitatively or quantitatively evaluate the fit of a
respirator on an individual. (See also Qualitative fit test QLFT and Quantitative fit test QNFT.)

* Helmet means a rigid respiratory inlet covering that also provides head protection against
impact and penetration.

* High efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter means a filter that is at least 99.97% efficient in
removing monodisperse particles of 0.3 micrometers in diameter. The equivalent NIOSH 42 CFR
84 particulate filters are the N100, R100, and P100 filters.

* Hood means a respiratory inlet covering that completely covers the head and neck and may
also cover portions of the shoulders and torso.

* Immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) means an atmosphere that poses an immediate
threat to life, would cause irreversible adverse health effects, or would impair an individual's
ability to escape from a dangerous atmosphere.

* Interior structural firefighting means the physical activity of fire suppression, rescue or both,
inside of buildings or enclosed structures which are involved in a fire situation beyond the
incipient stage. (See 29 CFR 1910.155)

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* Loose-fitting face piece means a respiratory inlet covering that is designed to form a partial seal
with the face.

* Maximum use concentration (MUC) [Reserved}

* Negative pressure respirator (tight fitting) means a respirator in which the air pressure inside
the face piece is negative during inhalation with respect to the ambient air pressure outside the
respirator.

* Oxygen deficient atmosphere means an atmosphere with an oxygen content below 19.5% by
volume.

* Physician or other licensed health care professional (PLHCP) means an individual whose
legally permitted scope of practice (i.e., license, registration, or certification) allows him or her to
independently provide, or be delegated to the responsibility to provide, some or all of the health
care services required by paragraph (e) of this section.

* Positive pressure respirator means a respirator in which the pressure inside the respiratory inlet
covering exceeds the ambient air pressure outside the respirator.

* Powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) means an air-purifying respirator that uses a blower to
force the ambient air through air-purifying elements to the inlet covering.

* Pressure demand respirator means a positive pressure atmosphere-supplying respirator that
admits breathing air to the face piece when the positive pressure is reduced inside the face piece
by inhalation.

* Qualitative fit test (QLFT) means a pass/fail fit test to assess the adequacy of respirator fit that
relies on the individual's response to the test agent.

* Quantitative fit test (QNFT) means an assessment of the adequacy of respirator fit by
numerically measuring the amount of leakage into the respirator.

* Respiratory inlet covering means that portion of a respirator that forms the protective barrier
between the user's respiratory tract and an air-purifying device or breathing air source, or both. It
may be a face piece, helmet, hood, suit, or a mouthpiece respirator with a nose clamp.

* Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) means an atmosphere-supplying respirator for
which the breathing air source is designed to be carried to the user.

* Service life means the period of time that a respirator, filter or sorbent, or other respiratory
equipment provides protection to the wearer.

* Supplied-air respirator (SAR) or airline respirator means an atmosphere-supplying respirator for
which the source of breathing air is not designed to be carried by the user.

* This section means this respiratory protection standard.

* Tight -fitting face piece means a respiratory inlet covering that forms a complete seal with the

face.

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* User seal check means an action conducted by the respirator user to determine if the respirator
is properly seated to the face.

(c)
* Respiratory protection program. This paragraph requires the employer to develop and
implement a written respiratory protection program with required worksite-specific procedures
and elements for required respirator use. The program must be administered by a suitably
trained program administrator. In addition, certain program element may be required for
voluntary use to prevent potential hazards associated with the use of the respirator. The Small
Entity Compliance Guide contains criteria for the selection of a program administrator and a
sample program that meets the requirements of this paragraph. Copies of the Small Entity
Compliance Guide will be available on or about April 8, 1998 from the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration's Office of Publications, Room N 3101, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW,
Washington, DC 20210 [phone].

(c)(1)
* In any workplace where respirators are necessary to protect the health of the employee or
whenever respirators are required by the employer, the employer shall establish and implement a
written respiratory protection program with worksite-specific procedures. The program shall be
updated as necessary to reflect those changes in workplace conditions that affect respirator use.
The employer shall include in the program the following provisions of this section, as applicable:

(c)(1)(i)
* Procedures for selecting respirators for use in the workplace;

(c)(1)(ii)
* Medical evaluations of employees required to use respirators;

(c)(1)(iii)
* Fit testing procedures for tight-fitting respirators;

(c)(1)(iv)
* Procedures for proper use of respirators in routine and reasonably foreseeable emergency
situations;

(c)(1)(v)
* Procedures and schedules for cleaning, disinfecting, storing, inspecting, repairing, discarding,
and otherwise maintaining respirators;

(c)(1)(vi)
* Procedures to ensure adequate air quality, quantity, and flow of breathing air for atmosphere­supplying respirators;

(c)(1)(vii)
* Training if employees in the respiratory hazards to which they are potentially exposed during
routine and emergency situations;

..1910.134(c)(1)(viii)

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(c)(1)(viii)

* Training of employees in the proper use of respirators, including putting on and removing them,
any limitations on their use, and their maintenance; and

(c)(1)(ix)
* Procedures for regularly evaluating the effectiveness of this program.

(c)(2)
* Where respirator use is not required:

(c)(1)(i)
* An employer may provide respirators at the request of employees or permit employees to use
their own respirators, if the employer determines that such respirator use will not in itself create a
hazard. If the employer determines that any voluntary respirator use is permissible, the employer
shall provide the respirator users with the information contained in Appendix D to this section
("Information for Employees Using Respirators When Not Required Under the Standard"); and

(c)(2)(ii)
* In addition, the employer must establish and implement those elements of a written respiratory
protection program necessary to ensure that any employee using a respirator voluntarily is
medically able to use that respirator, and that the respirator is cleaned, stored, and maintained so
that its use does not present a health hazard to the user. Exception: Employers are not required
to include in a written respiratory protection program those employees whose only use of
respirators involves the voluntary use of filtering face pieces (dust masks).

(c)(3)
* The employer shall designate a program administrator who is qualified by appropriate training
or experience that is commensurate with the complexity of the program to administer or oversee
the respiratory protection program and conduct the required evaluations of program
effectiveness.

(c)(4)
* The employer shall provide respirators, training, and medical evaluations at no cost to the
employee.

(d)
* Selection of respirators. This paragraph requires the employer to evaluate respiratory
hazard(s) in the workplace, identify relevant workplace and user factors, and base respirator
selection on these factors. The paragraph also specifies appropriately protective respirators for
use in IDLH atmospheres, and limits the selection and use of air-purifying respirators.

(d)(1)
* General requirements.

(d)(1)(i)
* (i) The employer shall select and provide an appropriate respirator based on the respiratory
hazard(s) to which the worker is exposed and workplace and user factors that affect respirator
performance and reliability.

(d)(1)(ii)
* The employer shall select a NIOSH-certified respirator. The respirator shall be used in

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compliance with the conditions of its certification.

(d)(1)(iii)
* The employer shall identify and evaluate the respiratory hazard(s) in the workplace; this evaluation
shall include a reasonable estimate of employee exposures to respiratory hazard(s) and an
identification of the contaminant's chemical state and physical form. Where the employer cannot
identify or reasonably estimate the employee exposure, the employer shall consider the atmosphere
to be IDHL.

..1910.134(d)(1)(iv)

(d)(1)(iv)
* The employer shall select respirators from a sufficient number of respirator models and sizes so
that the respirator is acceptable to, and reasonably fits, the user.

(d)(2)
* Respirators for IDLH atmospheres.

(d)(2)(i)
* The employer shall provide for the following respirators for employee use in IDLH atmospheres:

(d)(2)(i)(A)
* A full face piece pressure demand SCBA certified by NIOSH for a minimum service life of thirty
minutes, or

(d)(2)(i)(B)
* A combination full face piece pressure demand supplied-air respirator (SAR) with auxiliary self­contained air supply.

(d)(2)(ii)
* Respirators provided only for escape from IDLH atmospheres shall be NIOSH-certified for escape
from the atmosphere in which they will be used.

(d)(2)(iii)
* All oxygen-deficient atmospheres shall be considered IDHL. Exception: If the employer
demonstrates that, under all foreseeable conditions, the oxygen concentration can be maintained
within the ranges specified in Table II of this section, (i.e., for the altitudes set out in the table), then
any atmosphere-supplying respirator may be used.

(d)(3)
* Respirators for atmospheres that are not IDLH.

(d)(3)(i)
* The employer shall provide a respirator that is adequate to protect the health of the employee and
ensure compliance with all other OSHA statutory and regulatory requirements, under routine and
reasonably foreseeable emergency situations.

(d)(3)(i)(A)
* Assigned Protection Factors (APFs) [Reserved]

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(d)(3)(i)(B)

* Maximum Use Concentration (MUC) [Reserved]

(d)(3)(ii)
* The respirator selected shall be appropriate for the chemical state and physical form of the
contaminant.

(d)(3)(iii)
* For protection against gases and vapors, the employer shall provide:
(d)(3)(iii)(A)
* An atmosphere-supplying respirator, or

(d)(3)(iii)(B)
* An air-purifying respirator, provided that:

(d)(3)(iii)(B)(1)
* (1) The respirator is equipped with an end-of service-life indicator (ESLI) certified by NIOSH for
the contaminant; or

(d)(3)(iii)(B)(2)
* If there is no ESLI appropriate for conditions in the employer's workplace, the employer
implements a change schedule for canisters and cartridges that is based on objective information
or data that will ensure that canisters and cartridges are changed before the end of their service
life. The employer shall describe in the respirator program the information and data relied upon
and the basis for the canister and cartridge change schedule and the basis for reliance on the
data.

(d)(3)(iv)
* For protection against particulates, the employer shall provide:

(d)(3)(iv)(A)
* An atmosphere-supplying respirator; or

(d)(3)(iv)(B)
* An air-purifying respirator equipped with a filter certified by NIOSH under 30 CFR part 11 as a
high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter, or an air-purifying respirator equipped with a filter
certified for particulates by NIOSH under 42 CFR part 84; or

(d)(3)(iv)(C)
* For contaminants consisting primarily of particles with mass median aerodynamic diameters
(MMAD) of at least 2 micrometers, an air-purifying respirator equipped with any filter certified for
particulates by NIOSH.

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TABLE I.-- Assigned Protection

Factors [Reserved]

TABLE II

Altitude ( ft.) which the

Less than 3,001................. 16.0 - 19.5

3,001 - 4,000...................... 16.4 - 19.5

4,001 - 5,000...................... 17.1 - 19.5

5,001 - 6,000...................... 17.8 - 19.5

6,001 - 7,000...................... 18.5 - 19.5

7,001 - 8,000*...................... 19.3 - 19.5

* A bov e 8,000 f eet the ex ception does not

supply. Oxygen enriched breathing air must be

supplied above 14,000 feet.

Oxygen defident

Atmospheres

(%0) for

em ployer

may rely oil

atm osphere

supplying

respirators

...1910.134(e)

(e)
* Medical evaluation. Using a respirator may place a physiological burden on employees that
varies with the type of respirator worn, the job and workplace conditions in which the respirator is
used, and the medical status of the employee. Accordingly, this paragraph specifies the
minimum requirements for medical evaluation that employers must implement to determine the
employee's ability to use a respirator.

(e)(1)
* General. The employer shall provide a medical evaluation to determine the employee's ability
to use a respirator, before the employee is fit tested or required to use the respirator in the
workplace. The employer may discontinue an employee's medical evaluations when the
employee is no longer required to use a respirator.

(e)(2)
* Medical evaluation procedures.

(e)(2)(i)
* The employer shall identify a physician or other licensed health care professional (PLHCP) to
perform medical evaluations using a medical questionnaire or an initial medical examination that
obtains the same information as the medical questionnaire.

(e)(2)(ii)
* The medical evaluation shall obtain the information requested by the questionnaire in Sections
1 and 2, Part A of Appendix C of this section.

(e)(3)
* Follow-up medical examination.

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(e)(3)(i)

* The employer shall ensure that a follow-up medical examination is provided for an employee who
gives a positive response to any question among questions 1 through 8 in Section 2, Part A of
Appendix C or whose initial medical examination demonstrates the need for a follow-up medical
examination.

(e)(3)(ii)
* The follow-up medical examination shall include any medical tests, consultations, or diagnostic
procedures that the PLHCP deems necessary to make a final determination.

(e)(4)
* Administration of the medical questionnaire and examinations.

(e)(4)(i)
* The medical questionnaire and examinations shall be administered confidentially during the
employee's normal working hours or at a time and place convenient to the employee. The medical
questionnaire shall be administered in a manner that ensures that the employee understands its
content.

(e)(4)(ii)
* The employer shall provide the employee with an opportunity to discuss the questionnaire and
examination results with the PLHCP.

(e)(5)
* Supplemental information for the PLHCP.

(e)(5)(i)
* The following information must be provided to the PLHCP before the PLHCP makes a
recommendation concerning an employee's ability to use a respirator;

(e)(5)(i)(A)
* (A) The type and weight of the respirator to be used by the employee;

(e)(5)(i)(B)
* The duration and frequency of respirator use (including use for rescue and escape);

(e)(5)(i)(C)
* The expected physical work effort.

(e)(5)(i)(D)
* Additional protective clothing and equipment to be worn; and

(e)(5)(i)(E)
* Temperature and humidity extremes that may be encountered.

(e)(5)(ii)
* Any supplemental information provided previously to the PLHCP regarding an employee need not
be provided for a subsequent medical evaluation if the information and the PLHCP remain the same.

(e)(5)(iii)
* The employer shall provide the PLHCP with a copy of the written respiratory protection program

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and a copy of this section.

* Note to Paragraph (e)(5)(iii): When the employer replaces a PLHCP, the employer must
ensure that the new PLHCP obtains this information, either by providing the documents directly
to the PLHCP or having the documents transferred from the former PLHCP to the new PLHCP.
However, OSHA does not expect employers to have employees medically reevaluated solely
because a new PLHCP has been selected.

(e)(6)
* Medical determination. In determining the employee's ability to use a respirator, the employer
shall:

(e)(6)(i)
* Obtain a written recommendation regarding the employee's ability to use the respirator from the
PLHCP. The recommendation shall provide only the following information:

(e)(6)(i)(A)
* Any limitations on respirator use related to the medical condition of the employee, or relating to
the workplace conditions in which the respirator will be used, including whether or not the
employee is medically able to use the respirator;

(e)(6)(i)(B)
* The need, if any, for follow-up medical evaluations; and

(e)(6)(i)(C)
* A statement that the PLHCP has provided the employee with a copy of the PLHCP's written
recommendation.

(e)(6)(ii)
* If the respirator is a negative pressure respirator and the PLHCP finds a medical condition that
may place the employee's health at increased risk if the respirator is used, the employer shall
provide a PAPR if the PLHCP's medical evaluation finds that the employee can use such a
respirator, if a subsequent medical evaluation finds that the employee is medically able to use a
negative pressure respirator, then the employer is no longer required to provide a PAPR.

(e)(7)
* Additional medical evaluations. At a minimum, the employer shall provide additional medical
evaluations that comply with the requirements of this section if:

(e)(7)(i)
* An employee reports medical signs or symptoms that are related to ability to use a respirator.

(e)(7)(ii)
* A PLHCP, supervisor, or the respirator program administrator informs the employer that an
employee needs to be reevaluated;

(e)(7)(iii)
* Information from the respiratory protection program, including observations made during fit
testing and program evaluation, indicates a need for employee reevaluation; or

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(e)(7)(iv)

* A change occurs in workplace conditions (e.g., physical work effort, protective clothing,
temperature) that may result in a substantial increase in the physiological burden placed on an
employee.

(f)
* Fit testing. This paragraph requires that, before an employee may be required to use any
respirator with a negative or positive pressure tight-fitting face piece, the employee must be fit
tested with the same make, model, style, and size of respirator that will be used. This paragraph
specifies the kinds of fit tests allowed, the procedures for conducting them, and how the results
of the fit test must be used.

(f)(1)
* The employer shall ensure that employees using a tight-fitting face piece respirator pass an
appropriate qualitative fit test (QLFT) or quantitative fit test (QNFT) as stated in this paragraph.

(f)(2)
* The employer shall ensure that an employee using a tight-fitting face piece respirator is fit
tested prior to initial use of the respirator, whenever a different respirator face piece ( size, style,
model or make) is used, and at least annually thereafter.

(f)(3)
* The employer shall conduct an additional fit test whenever the employee reports, or the
employer, PLHCP, supervisor, or program administrator makes visual observations of, changes
in the employee's physical condition that could affect respirator fit. Such conditions include, but
are not limited to, facial scarring, dental changes, cosmetic surgery, or an obvious changes in
body weight.

(f)(4)
* If after passing a QLFT or QNFT, the employee subsequently notifies the employer, program
administrator, supervisor, or PLHCP that the fit of the respirator is unacceptable, the employee
shall be given a reasonable opportunity to select a different respirator face piece and to be re­tested.

...1910.134(f)(5)

(f)(5)
* The fit test shall be administered using an OSHA-accepted QLFT or QNFT protocol. The
OSHA-accepted QLFT and QNFT protocols and procedures are contained in Appendix A of this
section.

(f)(6)
* QLFT may only be used to fit test negative pressure air-purifying respirators that must achieve
a fit factor of 100 or less.

(f)(7)
* If the fit factor , as determined through an OSHA-accepted QNFT protocol, is equal or greater
than 100 for tight-fitting half facepieces, or equal to or greater than 500 for tight-fitting full face
pieces the QNFT has been passed with that respirator.

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(f)(8)

* Fit testing of tight-fitting atmosphere-supplying respirators and tight-fitting powered air-purifying
respirators shall be accomplished by performing quantitative or qualitative fit testing in the
negative pressure mode, regardless of the mode of operation (negative or positive pressure) that
is used for respiratory protection.

(f)(1)(8)(i)
* Qualitative fit testing of these respirators shall be accomplished by temporarily converting the
respirator user's actual face piece into a negative pressure respirator with appropriate filters, or
by using an identical negative pressure air-purifying respirator face piece with the same sealing
surfaces as a surrogate for the atmosphere-supplying or powered air-purifying respirator face
piece.

(f)(1)(8)(ii)
* Quantitative fit testing of these respirators shall be accomplished by modifying the face piece to
allow sampling inside the face piece in the breathing zone of the user, midway between the nose
and mouth. This requirement shall be accomplished by installing a permanent sampling probe
onto a surrogate face piece, or by using a sampling adapter designed to temporarily provide a
means of sampling air from inside the face piece.

(f)(1)(8)(iii)
* Any modifications to the respirator face piece for fit testing shall be completely removed, and
the face piece restored to NIOSH-approved configuration, before that face piece can be used in
the workplace.

(g)
* Use of respirators. This paragraph requires employers to establish and implement procedures
for the proper use of respirators. These requirements include prohibiting conditions that may
result in face piece seal leakage, preventing employees from removing respirators in hazardous
environments, taking actions to ensure continued effective respirator operation throughout the
work shift, and establishing procedures for the use of respirators in IDLH atmospheres or in
interior structural firefighting situations.

(g)(1)
* Face piece seal protection.

(g)(1)(i)
* The employer shall not permit respirators with tight-fitting face pieces to be worn by employees
who have:

(g)(1)(i)(A)
* Facial hair that comes between the sealing surface of the face piece and the face or that
interferes with valve function; or

(g)(1)(i)(B)
* Any condition that interferes with the face-to-face piece seal or valve function.

(g)(1)(ii)
* If an employee wears corrective glasses or goggles or other personal protective equipment, the
employer shall ensure that such equipment is worn in a manner that does not interfere with the
seal of the face piece to the face of the user.

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(g)(1)(iii)

* For all tight-fitting respirators, the employer shall ensure that employees perform a user seal
check each time they put on the respirator using the procedures in Appendix B-1 or procedures
recommended by the respirator manufacturer that the employer demonstrates are as effective as
those in Appendix B-1 of this section.

(g)(2)
* Continuing respirator effectiveness.

(g)(2)(i)
* Appropriate surveillance shall be maintained of work area conditions and degree of employee
exposure or stress. When there is a change in work area conditions or degree of employee
exposure or stress that may affect respirator effectiveness, the employer shall reevaluate the
continued effectiveness of the respirator.

(g)(2)(ii)
* The employer shall ensure that employees leave the respirator use area:

..1910.134(g)(2)(ii)(A)
(g)(2)(ii)(A)
* To wash their faces and respirator face pieces as necessary to prevent eye or skin irritation
associated with respirator use; or

(g)(2)(ii)(B)
* If they detect vapor or gas breakthrough, changes in breathing resistance, or leakage of the
face piece; or

(g)(2)(ii)(C)
* To replace the respirator or the filter, cartridge, or canister elements.

(g)(2)(iii)
* If the employee detects vapor or gas breakthrough, changes in breathing resistance, or leakage
of the face piece, the employer must replace or repair the respirator before allowing the
employee to return to the work area.

(g)(3)
* Procedures for IDHL atmospheres. For all IDLH atmospheres, the employer shall ensure that:

(g)(3)(i)
* One employee or, when needed, more than one employee is located outside the IDLH
atmosphere;

(g)(3)(ii)
* Visual, voice, or signal line communication is maintained between the employee(s) is the IDLH
atmosphere and the employee(s) located outside the IDLH atmosphere;

(g)(3)(iii)
* The employee(s) located outside the IDLH atmosphere are trained and equipped to provide
effective emergency rescue;

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(g)(3)(iv)

* The employer or designee is notified before the employee(s) located outside the IDLH
atmosphere enter the IDLH atmosphere to provide emergency rescue;

(g)(3)(v)
* The employer or designee authorized to do so by the employer, once notified, provides
necessary assistance appropriate to the situation;

(g)(3)(vi)
* Employee(s) located outside the IDLH atmospheres are equipped with:

(g)(3)(vi)(A)
* Pressure demand or other positive pressure SCBA's, or a pressure demand or other positive
pressure supplied-air respirator with auxiliary SCBA, and either

(g)(3)(vi)(B)
* Appropriate retrieval equipment for removing the employee(s) who enter(s) these hazardous
atmospheres where retrieval equipment would contribute to the rescue of the employee(s) and
would not increase the overall risk resulting from entry; or

(g)(3)(vi)(C)
* Equivalent means for rescue where retrieval equipment is not required under paragraph (g)(3

(vi)(B).

(g)(4)

* Procedures for interior structural firefighting. In addition to the requirements set forth under
paragraph 0 (g)(3), in interior structural fires, the employer shall ensure that:

(g)(4)(i)
* At least two employees enter the IDLH atmosphere and remain in visual or voice contact with
one another at all times;

(g)(4)(ii)
* At least two employees are located outside the IDLH atmosphere; and

(g)(4)(iii)
* All employees engaged in interior structural firefighting use SCBA's

* Note 1 to paragraph (g): One of the two individuals located outside the IDLH atmosphere may
be assigned to an additional role, such as incident commander in charge of the emergency or
safety officer, so long as this individual is able to perform assistance or rescue activities without
jeopardizing the safety or health of any firefighter working at the incident.

* Note 2 to paragraph (g): Nothing in this section is meant to preclude firefighters from
performing emergency rescue activities before an entire team has assembled.

(h)

* (h) Maintenance and care of respirators. This paragraph requires the employer to provide for
the cleaning and disinfecting, storage, inspection, and repair of respirators used by employees.

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(h)(1)

* Cleaning and disinfecting. The employer shall provide each respirator user with a respirator
that is clean, sanitary, and in good working order. The employer shall ensure that respirators are
cleaned and disinfected using the procedures in Appendix B-2 of this section, or procedures
recommended by the respirator manufacturer, provided that such procedures are of equivalent
effectiveness. The respirators shall be cleaned and disinfected at the following intervals.

(h)(1)(i)
* Respirators issued for the exclusive use of an employee shall be cleaned and disinfected as
often as necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition;

(h)(1)(ii)
* Respirators issued to more than one employee shall be cleaned and disinfected before being
worn by different individuals;

(h)(1)(iii)
* Respirators maintained for emergency use shall be cleaned and disinfected after each use; and

(h)(1)(iv)
* Respirators used in fit testing and training shall be cleaned and disinfected after every each
use.

(h)(2)
* Storage. The employer shall ensure that respirators are stored as follows:

(h)(2)(i)
* All respirators shall be stored to protect them from damage, contamination, dust, sunlight,
extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, and damaging chemicals, and they shall be packed
or stored to prevent deformation of the face piece and exhalation valve.

(h)(2)(ii)
* In addition to the requirements of paragraph (h)(2)(i) of this section, emergency respirators
shall be:

(h)(2)(ii)(A)
* Kept accessible to the work area;

(h)(2)(ii)(B)

* Stored in compartments or in covers that are clearly marked as containing emergency
respirators; and

(h)(2)(ii)(C)

* Stored in accordance with any applicable manufacturer instructions.

..1910.134(h)(3)
(h)(3)
* Inspection.

(h)(3)(i)
* The employer shall ensure that respirators are inspected as follows:

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(h)(3)(i)(A)

* All respirators used in routine situations shall be inspected before each use and during
cleaning;

(h)(3)(i)(B)
* All respirators maintained for use in emergency situations shall be inspected at least monthly
and in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, and shall be checked for proper
function before and after each use; and

(h)(3)(i)(C)
* Emergency escape-only respirators shall be inspected before being carried into the workplace
for use.

(h)(3)(ii)
* The employer shall ensure that respirator inspections include the following:

(h)(3)(ii)(A)
* A check of respirator function, tightness of connections, and the condition of the various parts
including, but not limited to, the face piece, head straps, valves, connecting tube, and cartridges,
canisters or filters; and

(h)(3)(ii)(B)
* A check of elastomeric parts for pliability and signs of deterioration.

(h)(3)(iii)
* In addition to the requirements of paragraphs (h)(3)(i) and (ii) of this section, self-contained
breathing apparatus shall be inspected monthly. Air and oxygen cylinders shall be maintained in
a fully charged state and shall be recharged when the pressure falls to 90% of the manufacturer's
recommended pressure level. The employer shall determine that the regulator and warning
devices function properly.

(h)(3)(iv)
* For respirators maintained for emergency use, the employer shall:

(h)(3)(iv)(A)
* Certify the respirator by documenting the date the inspection was performed, the name (or
signature) of the person who made the inspection, the findings, required remedial action, and a
serial number or other means of identifying the inspected respirator; and

(B) Provide this information on a tag or label that is attached to the storage compartment for the
respirator, is kept with the respirator, or is included in inspection reports stored as paper or
electronic files. This information shall be maintained until replaced following a subsequent
certification.

(h)(4)
* Repairs. The employer shall ensure that respirators that fail an inspection or are otherwise
found to be defective are removed from service, and are discarded or repaired or adjusted in
accordance with the following procedures:

(h)(4)(i)
* Repairs or adjustments to respirators are to be made only by persons appropriately trained to

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perform such operations and shall use only the respirator manufacturer's NIOSH-approved parts
designed for the respirator.

(h)(4)(ii)
* Repairs shall be made according to the manufacturer's recommendations and specifications for the
type and extent of repairs to be performed; and

(h)(4)(iii)
* Reducing and admission valves, regulators, and alarms shall be adjusted or repaired only by the
manufacturer or a technician trained by the manufacturer.

(i)
* Breathing air quality and use. This paragraph requires the employer to provide employees using
atmosphere-supplying respirators (supplied air and SCBA) with breathing gases of high purity.

(i)(1)
* The employer shall ensure that compressed air, compressed oxygen, liquid air, and liquid oxygen
used for respiration accords with the following specifications:

(i)(1)(i)
* Compressed and liquid oxygen shall meet the United States Pharmacopoeia requirements for
medical or breathing oxygen; and

..1910.134(i)(1(ii)

(i)(1)(ii)
* Compressed breathing air shall meet at least the requirements for Grade D breathing air described
in ANSI/Compressed Gas Association Commodity Specification for Air, G-7.1-1989, to include:

(i)(1)(ii)(A)
* Oxygen content (v/v) of 19.5 - 23.5%;

(i)(1)(ii)(B)
* Hydrocarbon (condensed) content of 5 milligrams per cubic meter of air or less;

(i)(1)(ii)(C)
* Carbon monoxide (CO) content of 10ppm or less;

(i)(1)(ii)(D)
* Carbon dioxide content of 1,000 ppm or less; and

(i)(1)(ii)(E)
* Lack of noticeable odor.

(i)(2)
* The employer shall ensure that compressed oxygen is not used in atmosphere-supplying
respirators that have previously used compressed air.

(i)(3)
* The employer shall ensure that oxygen concentrations greater than 23.5% are used only in
equipment designed for oxygen service distribution.

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(i)(4)

* The employer shall ensure that cylinders used to supply breathing air to respirators meet the
following requirements:

(i)(4)(i)
* Cylinders are tested and maintained as prescribed in the Shipping Container Specification
Regulations of the Department of Transportation (49CFR part 173 and part 178),

(i)(4)(ii)
* Cylinders of purchased breathing air have a certificate of analysis from the supplier that the
breathing air meets the requirements for Grade D breathing air; and

(i)(4)(iii)
* The moisture content in the cylinder does not exceed a dew point of -50 degrees F (-45.6 deg
C) at 1 atmosphere pressure.

(i)(5)
* The employer shall ensure that compressors used to supply breathing air to respirators are
constructed and situated so as to:

(i)(5)(i)
* Prevent entry of contaminated air into the air supply system;

(i)(5)(ii)
* Minimize moisture content so that the dew point at 1 atmosphere pressure is 10 degrees F
(5.56 deg. C) below the ambient temperature;

(i)(5)(iii)
* Have suitable in-line air-purifying sorbent beds and filters to further ensure breathing air quality.
Sorbent beds and filters shall be maintained and replaced or refurbished periodically following
the manufacturer's instructions.

(i)(5)(iv)
* Have a tag containing the most recent change date and the signature of the person authorized
by the employer to perform the change. The tag shall be maintained at the compressor.

(i)(6)
* For compressors that are not oil-lubricated, the employer shall ensure that carbon monoxide
levels in the breathing air do not exceed 10 ppm.

(i)(7)
* For oil-lubricated compressors, the employer shall use a high-temperature or carbon monoxide
alarm, or both, to monitor carbon monoxide levels. If only high-temperature alarms are used, the
air supply shall be monitored at intervals sufficient to prevent carbon monoxide in the breathing
air from exceeding 10ppm.

(i)(8)
* The employer shall ensure that breathing air couplings are incompatible with outlets for non­respirable worksite air or other gas systems. No asphyxiating substance shall be introduced into
breathing air lines.

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(i)(9)

* The employer shall use breathing gas containers marked in accordance with the NIOSH
respirator certification standard, 42 CFR part 84.

(j)
* Identification of filters, cartridges, and canisters. The employer shall ensure that all filters,
cartridges, and canisters used in the workplace are labeled and color coded with the NIOSH
approval label and that the label is not removed and remains legible.

(k)
* Training and information. This paragraph requires the employer to provide effective training to
employees who are required to use respirators. The training must be comprehensive,
understandable, and recur annually, and more often if necessary. This paragraph also requires
the employer to provide the basic information on respirators in Appendix D of this section to
employees who wear respirators when not required by this section or by the employer to do so.

(k)(1)
* The employer shall ensure that each employee can demonstrate knowledge of at least the
following:

..1910.134(k)(1)(i)

(k)(1)(i)
* Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, usage, or maintenance can compromise
the protective effect of the respirator;

(k)(1)(ii)
* What the limitations and capabilities of the respirator are;

(k)(1)(iii)
* How to use the respirator effectively in emergency situations, including situations in which the
respirator malfunctions;

(k)(1)(iv)
* How to inspect, put on and remove, use, and check the seals of the respirator;

(k)(1)(v)
* What the procedures are for maintenance and storage of the respirator;

(k)(1)(vi)
* How to recognize medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of
respirators; and

(k)(1)(vii)
* The general requirements of this section.

(k)(2)
* The training shall be conducted in a manner that is understandable to the employee.

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(k)(3)

* The employer shall provide the training prior to requiring the employee to use a respirator in the
workplace.

(k)(4)
* An employer who is able to demonstrate that a new employee has received training within the
last 12 months that addresses the elements specified in paragraph(k)(1)(i) through (vii) is not
required to repeat such training provided that, as required by paragraph (k)(1), the employee can
demonstrate knowledge of those element(s). Previous training not repeated initially by the
employer must be provided no later than 12 months from the date of the previous training.

(k)(5)
* Retraining shall be administered annually, and when the following situations occur:

(k)(5)(i)
* Changes in the workplace or the type of respirator render previous training obsolete;

(k)(5)(ii)
* Inadequacies in the employee's knowledge or use of the respirator indicate that the employee
has not retained the requisite understanding or skill; or

(k)(5)(iii)
* Any other situation arises in which retraining appears necessary to ensure safe respirator use.

(k)(6)
* The basic advisory information on respirators, as presented in Appendix D of this section, shall
be provided by the employer in any written or oral format, to employees who wear respirators
when such use is not required by this section or by the employer.

(I)
* Program evaluation. This section requires the employer to conduct evaluations of the
workplace to ensure that the written respiratory protection program is being properly
implemented, and to consult employees to ensure that they are using the respirators properly.

(I)(1)
* The employer shall conduct evaluations of the workplace as necessary to ensure that the
provisions of the current written program are being effectively implemented and that it continues
to be effective.

(I)(2)
* The employer shall regularly consult employees required to use respirators to assess the
employees' views on program effectiveness and to identify any problems. Any problems that are
identified during this assessment shall be corrected. Factors to be assessed include, but are not
limited to:

..1910.134(l)(2)(i)
(l)(2)(i)
* Respirator fit (including the ability to use the respirator without interfering with effective
workplace performance);

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(l)(2)(ii)

* Appropriate respirator selection for the hazards to which the employee is exposed;

(l)(2)(iii)
* Proper respirator use under the workplace conditions the employee encounters; and

(l)(2)(iv)
* Proper respirator maintenance.

(m)
* Recordkeeping. This section requires the employer to establish and retain written information
regarding medical evaluations, fit testing , and the respirator program. This information will
facilitate employee involvement in the respirator program, assist the employer in auditing the
adequacy of the program, and provide a record for compliance determinations by OSHA.

..1910.134(m)(1)
(m)(1)
* Medical evaluation. Records of medical evaluations required by this section must be retained
and made available in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1020.

(m)(2)
* Fit testing.

(m)(2)(i)
* The employer shall establish a record of the qualitative and quantitative fit tests administered to
an employee including:

(m)(2)(i)(A)
* The name or identification of the employee tested;

(m)(2)(i)(B)
* Type of fit test performed;

(m)(2)(i)(C)
* Specific make, model, style, and size of respirator tested;

(m)(2)(i)(D)
* Date of test, and

(m)(2)(i)(E)
* The pass/fail results for QLFTs or the fit factor and strip chart recording or other recording of the
test results for QNFTs.

(m)(2)(ii)
* Fit test records shall be retained for respirator users until the next fit test is administered.

(m)(3)
* A written copy of the current respirator program shall be retained by the employer.

(m)(4)
* Written materials required to be retained under this paragraph shall be made available upon

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request to affected employees and to the Assistant Secretary or designee for examination and
copying.
(n)
* Dates

(n)(1)

* Effective date. This section is effective April 8, 1998. The obligations imposed by this section
commence on the effective date unless otherwise noted in this paragraph. Compliance with
obligations that do not commence on the effective date shall occur no later than the applicable
start-up date.

(n)(2)
* Compliance dates. All obligations of this section commence on the effective date except as
follows:

..1910.134(n)(2)(i)
(n)(2)(i)
* The determination that respirator use is required (paragraph (a)) shall be completed no later
than September 8, 1998.

(n) (2) (ii)

* Compliance with provisions of this section for all other provisions shall be completed no later
than October 8, 1998

(n)(3)
* The provisions of 29 CFR 1910.134 and 29CFR 1926.103, contained in the 29 CFR parts 1900
to 1910.99 and the 29 CFR part 1926 editions, revised as of July 1, 1997, are in effect and
enforceable until October 5,1998, or during any administrative or judicial stay of the provisions of
this section.

(n)(4)
* Existing Respiratory Protection Programs. If, in the 12 month period preceding April 8, 1998,
the employer has conducted annual respirator training, fit testing, respirator program evaluation,
or medical evaluations, the employer may use the results of those activities to comply with the
corresponding provisions of this section, providing that these activities were conducted in a
manner that meets the requirements of this section.

..1910.134(o)
(o)
* Appendices.

(o)(1)
* Compliance with Appendix A. Appendix B-1, Appendix B-2, and Appendix C of this section is
mandatory.

(o)(2)
* Appendix D of this section is non-mandatory and is not intended to create any additional
obligations not otherwise imposed or to detract from any existing obligations.

* [63FR 1152, Jan. 8, 1998; 63 FR 20098, April 23, 1998]

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM

1. Written standard operating procedures governing the selection and use of respirators shall
be established.

2. Respirators shall be selected on the basis of hazards to which the worker is exposed.

3. The user shall be instructed and trained in the proper use of respirators and their limitations.

4. Where practicable, the respirators should be assigned to individual workers for their
exclusive use.

5. Respirators shall be regularly cleaned and disinfected. Those issued for the exclusive use
of one worker should be cleaned after each day’s use, or more often if necessary. Those
used by more than one worker shall be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected after each use.

6. Respirators shall be stored in a convenient, clean, and sanitary location.

7. Respirators used routinely shall be inspected during cleaning. Worn or deteriorated parts
shall be replaced. Respirators for emergency use such as self-contained devices shall be
thoroughly inspected at least once a month and after each use.

8. Appropriated surveillance of work area conditions and degree of employee exposure of
stress shall be maintained.

9. There shall be regular inspection and evaluation to determine the continued effectiveness
of the program.

10. Persons should not be assigned to tasks requiring use of respirators unless it has been
determined that they are physically able to perform the work and use the equipment. The
local physician shall determine what health and physical conditions are pertinent. The
respirator user’s medical status should be reviewed periodically (for instance, annually).

11. Approved or accepted respirators shall be issued when they are available. The respirator
furnished shall provide adequate respiratory protection against a particular hazard for which
it is designed in accordance with standards established by competent authorities.

A RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM MUST

BE IMPLEMENTED PER OSHA 29CFR 1910.134.

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OPTI-FIT FULLFACE WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

LIMITED WARRANTY: SAS Safety warrants this product to be free from defects in materials

and workmanship for 3 year from the date of purchase. During this period, SAS Safety will repair
or replace defective parts, at SAS Safety’s option. Freight charges to and from the SAS Safety
factory shall be paid by the purchaser (owner).

EXCLUSIONS: NOT WITHSTANDING ANY CONTRARY TERM IN THE PURCHASER’S PUR­CHASE ORDER OR OTHERWISE, THE ONLY WARRANTY EXTENDED BY SAS SAFETY SI
THE EXPRESSED LIMITED WARRANTY DEFINED ABOVE. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLU­SIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

CONDITIONS: To maintain this warranty this product must be used, maintained, and inspected
as prescribed in the owner’s instruction manual, including prompt replacement or repair of defec­tive parts and such other necessary maintenance and repair as may be required. Normal wear
and tear, and parts damaged by abuse, misuse, negligence, or accidents are specifically ex­cluded from this warranty.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: No other oral warranties, representations, or guarantees of any
kind have been made by SAS Safety, its distributors, or the agents of either of them, that in any
way alter the terms of this warranty. EXCEPT AS HEREIN PROVIDED, SAS SAFETY SHALL

HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCI­DENTAL , OR CONSEQUENTIAL, TO ANY PURCHASER OR USER O THIS PRODUCT ARIS­ING FROM THE SALE, USE, OR OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT.

WARNING: The failure to use and maintain this equipment is strict conformance with the appli-

cable instruction manual may result in serious personal injury, and its use in any manner that is
not expressly authorized pursuant to the applicable instruction manual may result in severe ad­verse impacts to human health.

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GAST Warranty Information

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warranted by Gast to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve
(12) months from the date of purchase from Gast or an authorized Gast Representative or Dis­tributor. In order to obtain performance under this warranty, the buyer must promptly (in no event
later than thirty (30) days after discovery of the defect) give written notice of the defect to Gast
Manufacturing, Inc, PO Box 97, Benton Harbor Michigan USA 49023-0097 or an authorized Ser­vice Center (unless specifically agreed upon in writing signed by both parties or specified in writ­ing as part of a Gast OEM Quotation). Buyer is responsible for freight charges both to and from
Gast in all cases.

This warranty does not apply to electric motors, electrical controls, and gasoline engines not sup­plied by Gast. Gast's warranties also do not extend to any goods or parts which have been sub­jected to misuse, lack of maintenance, neglect, damage by accident or transit damage.

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MANUFACTURES.

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