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6. DO NOT weld on coated metals such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium

plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld area, the area is

well ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied respirator. The coatings

and any metals containing these elements can give off toxic fumes if

welded.

7. Respirator misuse can be hazardous. Welding produces fumes and gases.

Breathing these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health.

8. Read and follow these instructions and the safety labels carefully. The

powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) helps protect the user from specific

airborne contaminants but must be used correctly to be fully effective.

Have an industrial hygienist test the air in your facility to ensure the PAPR

provides adequate protection from contaminants in your environment. If

you have questions about the respirator, see equipment warning label and

consult your Safety Director and a certified Industrial Hygienist.

9. Follow all applicable EN/ANSI/CSA/AS & NZS, and other regulatory

guidelines pertaining to the use of respirators.

10. DO NOT use the powered air purifying respirator where there is danger of

fire of explosion.

11. DO NOT use the powered air purifying respirator in windy conditions or

negative pressure inside the hood may draw in contaminants from the

outside air.

12. DO NOT use the powered air purifying respirator without a properly installed

spark guard cover.

13. Without the spark guard cover, welding sparks may ignite the filter or

damage the filters and allow unfiltered air into the helmet.

14. The powered air purifying respirator does not supply oxygen. Use the

respirator only in atmospheres for which it is EN/ANSI/CSA/AS & NZS

approved. DO NOT use the respirator where oxygen levels are 19.5% or

lower, where contaminant levels are unknown or are immediately

dangerous to life or health, or where the contaminant levels exceed the

respirator specifications.

15. DO NOT enter a hazardous area until you are sure the respirator equipment

is correctly assembled, working properly and properly worn.

16. Before each use, inspect the respirator equipment for damage and verify it

operates properly,

17. Before using the respirator, test air flow to verify it is providing an adequate

volume of air.

18. DO NOT use the powered air purifying respirator without all filter

components or with the blower turned off hazardous levels of oxygen and

carbon dioxide may accumulate in helmet.