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SOFTHOOD USER MANUAL - ENGLISH
Important
For your own safety please read and remember the following instructions before use If you have any
questions, please contact the manufacturer or your distributor Keep the manual for future reference
1 Introduction
Softhood is a personal respiratory protection system based on the principle of creating an overpre-
ssure of filtered air in the breathing zone. The e3000X respirator filters the air extracted from the
environment and then releases it into the protective hood The overpressure prevents contaminants
from entering the breathing zone. This mild overpressure ensures the wearer's comfort, even with
long-term use Breathing remains easy because the user does not have to overcome the resistance
of the filter. The head piece can also be used with the suppliedair, which operates on the principle of
supplying air from locations with clean air
All softhoods in this user manual provide respiratory protection (in combination with e3000x or
suppliedair) and face protection against high velocity particles and low energy impact In addition,
the softhood also provides chemical resistance The material of softhood is resistant to acids, alkalis,
and organic substances
If not sure about the suitability of the hood for a specific application, consult with the manufacturer
or your supplier!
2 Limitations on use
1 Never use the hood in the following environments and under the following conditions:
• If oxygen concentration in the environment is lower than 17 %.
• In oxygen-enriched environments.
• In environments where the user lacks knowledge about the type of dangerous substances
and their concentration
• In environments that represent an immediate danger to life and health
2 If the protection foil is damaged, replace it immediately
3 The hood does not protect against hard shocks, explosions or corrosive substances.
4 Move to a secure location and take appropriate measures when any of the following problems
occur while using the hood:
• If you feel a significant increase in breathing resistance or any other problems with bre-
athing
• If you experience stench, irritation or an unpleasant taste while breathing.
• If you feel unwell or experience nausea.
5 Use certified original filters designed for your powered air purifying respirator only. Replace
filters every time you detect the change of odour in supplied air from the respirator.
6 Filters designed for capturing solid and liquid particles (particle filters) do not protect the user
against any gases Filters designed for
particles. In the workplace contaminated with both particles and gases, combined filters must
be used
7 The material of the hood can cause allergic reactions to sensitive persons
8 Pay attention to check the product before use Do not use, if any part of the system is da-
maged
9 Don't put the hood on a hot surface.
10 This product is intended for use in environments with a temperature range of 0 °C to + 60 °C with
relative humidity of 20 - 95 % Rh.
The lifetime of the hood and visors is influenced by many factors such as cold, heat, chemicals,
sunlight or incorrect use The hood should be checked on a daily basis of possible damage of its in-
side or outside the structure Careful use and correct maintenance of the protective hood enhances
operating life and improves your safety!
Checking before use:
Inspect that every part of the hood is undamaged and installed correctly
Cleaning and desinfection:
• After each work shift, clean the head section, inspect each part, and replace any parts that
are damaged
• Cleaning must be done in a room with adequate ventilation Avoid inhaling harmful impurities
that have settled on the individual parts!
• To clean, use lukewarm water with soap or another non-abrasive detergent and a soft brush (it
is not recommended to use other detergents or solvents)
• After cleaning individual parts with a damp cloth, you must rub them dry or leave them to dry
at room temperature
• Cleaning with acetone or other solvents can damage the product and lose its protection
• For disinfection, disinfect with a clean, soft cloth and disinfectant solution (for example a 1%
chlorine solution with 10,000 ppm available chlorine) Alternatively, a combined detergent /
disinfectant can be used
capturing gases do not protect the user against any
Visor protective foils
Hoods are supplied with a foil protecting the visor against damage during handling and transport
The foil is sewn in the hood and it must be removed carefully
A separately supplied foil 0,1 mm thick is designated to protect the shields of these hoods after
the removal of original foil To attach it to the shield, the foil is provided with self-adhesive tapes
on the sides
Protective foil replacement:
• Peel off the old foil, wipe the hood visor with a damp cloth to remove the impurities from it
• Remove the protective paper from the self-adhesive tape and stick the foil on the shield
Headband adjustments
1 Set the depth of the headgear by resetting the top headband The ideal position of the headge-
ar is where the sweatband sits slightly above the level of the eyebrows
2 Set the headgear so that it fits firmly on your head:
• By turning the rear wheel
• Basic headgear: resetting the front headband
3 Set the optimal distance between the nose and visor to 2 cm Reset the position of the rails on
both sides of the headgear (see the pictorial annex on the end of the manual).
3 Materials
Part Product
Hood softhood short
softhood short/long
Visor softhood short
softhood short/long
4 Storage and shelf life
Store the hood in a dry and clean place at room temperature, avoid direct sunlight (temperature
range from -10 °C to +55 °C) with a relative humidity between 20 and 95 % Rh).
5 Warranty
The warranty ensures that you will receive a replacement if a product has any manufacturing or
material defects that appear within 12 months of the date of purchase The warranty claim must be
reported to the sales department/retailer At the same time, proof of purchase must be submitted (ie
an invoice or certificate of delivery). The warranty can only be acknowledged if no interventions into
the hood have been made
6 List of products and spare parts
Table 1: Product name and product code
Product Code Product description
4900.040 softhood, short, black
4900.050 softhood, long, black
4900.041 softhood, short, gray
4900.051 softhood, long, gray
4900.042 softhood, short, white
4900.052 softhood, long, white
Table 2: List of spare parts
Product code Product description
5003.210 Headband for softhood
5004.020 Sweatband for softhood - pack of 2 pcs
5000.100 Tear off foil for softhood - 10 pcs
7 Approved combinations
Product code Product description
4553.000 e3000x
4090.000 suppliedair
Material
Microporous polypropylene
Nylon
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
Cellulose propionate
Level of
protection
TH3
3A
5