Dräger Panorama Nova RA Mode D'emploi page 6

Panorama Nova RA
Full-face masks with standard thread connection (USA)
Instructions for Use
For your safety
For correct and effective use of the apparatus and to avoid hazards, it is
essential to read the following recommendations and to act accordingly.
Strictly follow the instructions for use. Any use of the full face mask
requires full understanding and strict observation of these instructions.
The mask may only be used for the purposes specified here.
Maintenance: Note the instructions in the section entitled "Maintenance
intervals". Only original Dräger parts may be used for maintenance.
We recommend that a service contract be signed with your local
DrägerService.
Liability for proper function or damage: Liability for the proper
function of the full face mask is irrevocably transferred to the owner or
operator to the extent that the mask has been serviced or repaired by
personnel not employed or authorized by DrägerService or if it has
been used in a manner not conforming to its intended use. Dräger
cannot be held responsible for damage caused by non-compliance with
the recommendations given above. The warranty and liability provisions
of the terms of sale and delivery of Dräger are likewise not modified by
the recommendations given above.
Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
Markings
These Instructions for Use apply to masks with the following type
identity markings:
Panorama Nova – EPDM – PC
Panorama Nova – SI
Panorama Nova – EPDM – PC
Panorama Nova Standard – CRNR – PMMA – RA – ge
These markings are externally legible and are positioned as follows:
Panorama Nova and EPDM or SI or CRNR on the mask body.
PC/C or PMMA on the visor. RA on the facepiece connector.
K/sw or K/ge: German codes for the material (plastic) and color (black
or yellow) of the clamping frame.
Description/Intended Use
The above full-face masks are parts of NIOSH approved respirators
and protect the face and eyes against aggressive media.
Only use with normal pressure compressed air breathing apparatus or
normal pressure compressed air line breathing apparatus or respiratory
filters with threaded connections conforming to DIN EN 148–1(RA).
Only use NIOSH approved respiratory apparatus.
Operating temperature: –30 °C to +60 °C (–22 °F to 140 °F). Lower or
higher temperature extremes are permitted with short exposure times.
A welder's protective visor is available for retrofitting.
Spectacle kits are available for users who wear spectacles.
What's what
1 Facepiece
connector
2 Control valve
3 Inner mask
4 Visor
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5 Clamping frame
6 Head straps
7 Face seal
8 Mask body
9 Clip
10 Protective cap
11 Front strap
Use
Preparing the mask: Open the straps as far as they will go; if a carrier
strap is attached, place the carrier strap around your neck and button it
into the hole on the top head strap.
Fitting the mask: Beards and sideburns in the
sealing area of the face mask will cause leaks.
Therefore the face mask should not be used
by anyone with facial hair of this sort.
Spectacle frames in the sealing area also
cause leaks. Use special spectacle kits.
Unbutton the carrier strap. Insert chin in
chinpiece.
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– RA
– PC – RA
– K – sw – RA
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Fit harness over head, pulling back until the head strap fits smoothly.
Adjust mask until it fits properly.
1 Tighten the neck straps uniformly.
2 Tighten the temple straps uniformly.
3 Tighten front strap as necessary.
Fit check: Seal the connector with the ball of
your thumb and breathe in until negative
pressure (suction) is generated. Hold your
breath for a moment. The negative pressure
should be maintained. If not retighten the straps. Repeat the leak test
twice. Never use a mask that leaks.
Exhalation valve check: Seal off the connector and exhale vigorously.
The exhaled air must be able to escape without obstruction. If not, see
"Visual inspection of exhalation valve". Connect the compressed air
breathing apparatus, fresh air hose breathing apparatus or respiratory
1)
filter .
Operation with respiratory filters
Preconditions: The ambient air must contain at least 19.5 % oxygen by
volume. Do not use breathing systems in unventilated containers,
trenches, ducts etc. The type of pollutants must be known and the
appropriate breathing filter used.
Screwing in the breathing filter: Fully remove the sealing strip and
firmly screw in the breathing filter clockwise.
Duration of use: The operating period depends on various factors,
including the type and concentration of pollutant and the type of filter.
Extreme operating conditions
In case of low temperatures: Treat the inside of the visor with anti-
2)
misting gel "Klar pilot" to prevent it from fogging up. Hardening of the
exhalation valve disc is possible. Take particular care to check for leaks.
In case of high temperatures: If the visor is damaged, leave the
danger area immediately.
In the presence of chemicals: Substances such as H
phosgene may be absorbed by the materials of the full-face mask,
especially silicone, or may diffuse through it.
In explosion-hazard: Treat the mask with antistatic spray or work with
a screen of water mist.
After use
Unscrew the respirator or respiratory filter.
Disposing of used respiratory filters: Used filters must be treated as
special waste and must be disposed of in accordance with the
applicable waste disposal regulations.
Removing mask: Insert index finger behind
the tabs on the neck straps and press the
clamping buckles forwards with thumb, pulling
the mask off your face and back over your
head.
Cleaning, disinfecting, drying
Cleaning: The mask must be cleaned every time before being used by
a different individual or, if individually assigned, as often as necessary to
keep in a sanitary condition. Respirators that are issued to more than
one employee must be cleaned before being worn by different
individuals. Do not use any organic solvents such as acetone, alcohol
etc. to clean the rubber and silicone parts. Clean the mask with a cloth
and lukewarm water mixed with an all-purpose detergent, e.g. Airkem
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Rinse thoroughly under running water.
Disinfecting: The mask body must be disinfected every time before
being used by a different individual or, if individually assigned, as often
as necessary to keep in a sanitary condition. Insert the mask body in a
disinfectant bath such as e.g. Airkem 33
concentrations and too long disinfecting times can damage the mask).
Rinse thoroughly under running water.
Drying: Leave to dry in a drying cabinet R 28 305 or in air. Maximum
temperature 60 °C (140 °F). Keep out of direct sunlight.
Testing / Visual Inspection
The mask must be serviced in accordance with the Maintenance
intervals".
Test equipment and test accessories: Test Kit 40 55 741 or Testor
R 53 400, Adapter R 53 344, Exhalation valve plug R 53 349.
Visual inspection of the speech diaphragm
chapter on "Maintenance Intervals". To replace the speech diaphragm,
see "Replacing the speech diaphragm or O-Ring".
1) Note the corresponding Instructions for Use.
2) Henkel-Ecolab, D-40589 Düsseldorf, Germany.
3) Does not apply to Panorama Nova Standard.
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