Breath Buddy DS Request ID 10813134 Dust Respirator Mask User Guide

INSTRUCTION GUIDE

This instruction guide will explain how to use the Breath Buddy Respiratory Mask correctly and how to take care of the entire protection set including the filters and cartridges.

INTRODUCTION

Breath Buddy Half Respiratory Mask is a professional breathing protection set that eliminates any hint of airborne contaminants from your lungs without affecting your breathing. These contaminants include dust, mold, EVA foam, paint/varnish fumes, galvanized fumes, ammonia, organic gases, volcanic ashes, petroleum-based vapor, fiber dust, etc. The Breath Buddy Respirator is reusable and it is perfect for all your woodworking, construction work, brazing, cleaning, metal pouring, painting, pesticide application,  remediation, soldering, torch cutting, and welding.

The mask serves as an excellent filter against these harmful particles based on the approval and limitations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

GETTING STARTED

Item Checklist
Be sure to check that all the following items have been included in the Breath Buddy Protection Set. If anything is missing, kindly contact your supplier.

• 2 Plastic Holders (Included with Model 750P2)
• 2 802P2 Filters (Included with Model 750P2)
• 2 901 Cartridges (Included with Model 750P2)
• 2 803P3 Filters (Included with Model 750P3)
• 2 903P3R Cartridges (Included with Model 750P3R)
• 1 Pair of Safety Glasses
• 1 Respirator Mask

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HOW TO ASSEMBLE

1. Place the white filter inside the plastic filter holder. (Fig 1)
2. Press the cartridge into the filter holder by placing the thumbs of both hands on the filter holder and fingers along the lower sides of the cartridge (Fig 2). You should hear a click as the snap engages. If properly installed, the filter must completely cover the face of the cartridge and stay fixed.
3. Align the notch on the cartridge with the arrow on the facepiece as shown and push them together (Fig 3).
4. Turn the cartridge clockwise until it stops (Fig4). Use the same method for the P3 pink filters. Align the notch and turn clockwise.
5. Congratulations, your respirator mask is now assembled.

BEFORE YOU USE

It is important that you check the respirator before each use to ensure it is in good operating condition.
Check the following before you use it:

• Check the facepiece for cracks, scratches, and dust. Ensure that no inhalation valves are distorted, cracked, or torn. If any part is damaged, replace it before use.
• Check that the headbands are intact and have strong elasticity.
• Check that all plastic parts and gaskets are not cracked or have loosened; replace if necessary.

FITTING YOUR RESPIRATORY MASK CORRECTLY

Many users fail to fix the respiratory mask properly to the face and this often leads to complaints of poor breathing or inhalations of the contaminants the mask was supposed to protect them from.
Be sure to follow the steps below when fixing your mask.
Warning: Do NOT enter a contaminated area if you cannot wear the mask properly

1. Take the lower bands of the mask, place them at the back of the neck (Fig 6), and hook them together (Fig 7)
2. Place the respirator over your mouth and nose. After fixing the respirator to your face, place the head harness on the back of the head (Fig 8). Ensure you set the size of the head harness as necessary, once it fits comfortably on the head, stop. (Fig 9)
3. Put the ends of the strips to adjust the tightness of these (Fig 10). Do not over-tighten.
4. Perfect, You are good to go (Fig 11)

HOW TO TELL WHEN YOUR RESPIRATOR NEEDS TO BE ADJUSTED
The effectiveness of a respirator can be reduced if the correct adjustment is not achieved. Each time the respirator is worn, you can perform a review of negative and positive pressure to check for correct adjustment. To review positive pressure, cover the exhalation valve by hand and gently exhale (Fig 12). There will be a proper seal if the face piece
bulges slightly and no air leaks are detected between the face and the face piece. If you detect an air leak in the face seal, reposition the respirator on the face and readjust the tension of the elastic bands to eliminate the leakage. On the other hand, if you want to check for negative pressure, restrict airflow and cover the open area of the filter holder with your palms, when the support is attached to the cartridge (Fig 13).

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the respirator
Cleaning the respirator is important because contaminants may clog the filter making it unfit for use. It is recommended that you clean your respirator after each use. How to  clean your respirator

1. Wash your hands to prevent the paint or chemicals you may have been working with from soiling your mask.
2. Disassemble the respirator and clean. If you do not know how to disassemble the mask, check the instruction manual that came with it. Do not clean the respirator with solvent; cleaning with solvent may degrade the component reducing its effectiveness.
3. Clean the cartridges. When cleaning the cartridges, make sure you keep the seals and washers safe.
4. Hand-wash the respirator face piece in warm water using a disinfectant soap or use a cleaning cloth.
5. Air-dry the respirator and all the other parts before you reassemble.

Apart from cleaning, you should also remember to store your respirator properly when not in use. Do NOT store in places that are often exposed to dust, sunlight, and extremes of both heat and cold. The best thing to do is to remove the cartridges after each use and put them in a zip-lock bag for storage. If you have a half-face mask, it will fit into a gallon-sized bag without having to take the cartridges off. It is also important to always store your mask away from your work site or chemicals.

HOW TO TELL WHEN YOUR FILTER NEEDS REPLACING
The Breath Buddy filter provides an exceptional 99.95% filter efficiency and has been tested and approved to meet the necessary CE standards. If you are using the respiratory mask as part of your daily chores, it is expected that the filter should last a long time. However, it is easy to tell when your filter needs replacing.
When it becomes difficult to breathe while using your respirator as a result of the smell from contaminants, then it is time to replace your filter.
Generally, you should replace your filter after 40 hours of use.

PRECAUTIONS

1. Do not use the respiratory mask with beards, facial hair, or other conditions that may prevent a good seal between the face and the respiratory seal surface.
2. Do not use the mask when the concentration of the contaminant in the work area is unknown.
3. Leave the contaminated area immediately if the respirator becomes damaged.
4. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for changing the cartridges and filters.
5. Only use the exact replacement parts, do not substitute, modify or omit.
6. Use gas-resistant lenses with this respirator when used against formaldehyde.
7. Refer to the instruction and maintenance sections of the guide for information on how to use and maintain the respirator.
8. If contaminants are detected by taste and smell or if you experience dizziness, irritation or discomfort, leave the contaminated area immediately.

WARNING
Inadequate disposal of cartridges or filters may cause environmental contamination. Handling, transportation, and disposal of the cartridges or filters must be done in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE
Your LIFETIME WARRANTY on this product is available at www.mybreathbuddy.com.
For more information about the product, visit our website or contact our local representative

References

• Best Dust Respirator Mask | Half Breathing Mask for Woodworking

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