Directions For Use; Fitting Instructions - ekastu FFP1 Instrucciones Para El Uso

INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER:
IMPORTANT: Single-use respirators are classified according to one of three categories: FFP1, FFP2
and FFP3. Before reading the following information, check the category to which the respirator belongs,
this is indicated on the packaging and on the respirator. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the
respirator provides the necessary level of protection for the type and concentration of the
contaminant(s) in the area where the respirator is intended for use.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

-Fit the respirator and check leak-tightness BEFORE entering the contaminated area.
-Wear the respirator for the whole duration of exposure to contaminants.
-Use the respirator in accordance with applicable health and safety regulations e.g. BGR 190 or
DIN EN 529 "Respiratory protective devices – Recommendations for selection, use, care and
maintenance – Guidance document".
-Discard the respirator and replace with a new one if: the respirator is removed while in a
contaminated area, excessive clogging of the respirator causes breathing difficulty or discomfort, the
respirator becomes damaged.
-The smell of gases and/ or vapors present becomes detectable (for respirators protecting against
gases and/or vapors below threshold value only).
-Leave the contaminated area if dizziness, irritation or other distress occurs.
-For single shift use only (NR). Do not store and/or re-use afterwards.
-Store respirators in a dry non-contaminated area between +2°C and +55°C.
-NOTIFIED BODY: BSI Assurance UK Ltd., Kitemark Court, Davy Avenue, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes,
MK5 8PP, UK (0086)

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cup the respirator in the hand, allowing the head bands to hang freely.
2. Hold the respirator under chin with the nose piece facing outwards.
3. Place the lower head band around the neck below the ears. Holding the respirator against the face
with one hand, place the top head band above the ears, around the crown of the head.
4. Respirators with adjustable head bands only: while maintaining the position of the respirator, adjust
tension by pulling tab of each head band, (Tension may be decreased by pushing out on the back
of the buckle).
5. Mould the nose area to the shape of the face, running the fingertips of both hands from the top of the
nose piece down both sides while pressing inward.
CHECK FOR LEAK TIGHTNESS (FACIAL FIT) AS FOLLOWS: place both hands over the respirator and
exhale sharply positive pressure should be inside the respirator if you feel air escaping around the edges,
readjust the respirator by tightening the nose piece and/or increasing tension of the head bands repeat
the procedure until satisfactory face fit has been achieved.
IMPORTANT: In the case of respirators with nonadjustable head bands: if you feel that the head bands
are too loose, you can increase tension by tying a small knot in the head band.
LIMITATIONS TO USE:
Do not use these respirators or enter or stay in an area where:
oxygen concentration is less than 17% (UK-19%) contaminants or their concentrations are unknown or
immediately dangerous to life or health, particulate concentrations exceed levels fixed by applicable
health and safety regulations or protection factor x NPF (Nominal protection factors: 4.5 for FFP1, 12.5
for FFP2 and, 50 for FFP3). Against gases and/or vapors (respirators designated for protection against
gases and/or vapors) concentrations should not exceed threshold value.
WARNING:
When transporting this product, retain in the original packaging and keep away from mechanical and
chemical hazards!
These respirators do not supply oxygen. Do not use in oxygen-deficient atmospheres e.g. tanks or
other poorly-ventilated areas. Do not use in explosive atmospheres. For use by trained and qualified
personnel only. Not for persons, who wear facial hair (e.g. beard).
DISPOSAL:
Unused condition: with normal household waste disposal.
Used condition: according to the requirements of respective substances.
Filtering Facepiece