Drager X-Plore 1900 Single Use Dust Mask Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Drager
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Dräger X-plore 1950
Instructions for use
For your safety
WARNING
You must read and understand these instructions for use before you use the
particulate respirator; and you must strictly follow these instructions.
Failure to do so could lead to sickness or death.
If you have any questions concerning these instructions or how to properly use
the particulate respirator, ask your supervisor or call Dräger in the USA (see
Approval Label). In other countries, please contact the respective Dräger
subsidiary or your local dealer.
Supervisors have to ensure that in their field of responsibility all users are
familiar with these instructions for use and will use the particulate
respirators in strict accordance with these instructions for use.
Description
The Dräger X-plore® 1950 1) series are particulate respirators with protection
class N95.
The particulate respirators are available in different sizes which are
indicated by “S”and “M/L”.
If the designation contains “V”, the particulate respirator features an
exhalation valve which facilitates exhalation during use.
Intended use
The particulate respirators are designed to reduce the percentage of certain
solid and liquid airborne particles that a user will inhale when working in
certain environments. The particulate respirators do NOT eliminate the risk of
inhaling airborne particles.
Dräger X-plore 1950 particulate respirators may be used for airborne solid
particles such as from grinding, sanding, sweeping, sawing or processing
minerals; and for liquid particles or particulate aerosols that do not contain
oil.
Dräger X-plore 1950 are NIOSH-rated for 95 % filtration efficiency against
solid and liquid aerosols that do not contain oil (“N95”).
In the United States these particulate respirators are intended for
occupational use only.
Approvals
The particulate respirators’ performance characteristics – e.g. the types and
percentages of the particles that they filter – fulfill the National Institute
for Occupational Safety and Health (“NIOSH”) standards set forth at 42 CFR,
Part 84. For more information see Approval Label.
Limitations on use
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Never use an individual particulate respirator for more than one single 8-hour work shift.
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Replace the particulate respirator as soon as you notice any difficulty in inhaling.
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Never use the particulate respirators in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 % oxygen, since these particulate respirators do not supply oxygen.
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Never use the particulate respirators in atmospheres containing oil aerosols.
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Do not enter unventilated areas such as containers, shafts or ducts when wearing one of the mentioned particulate respirators.
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Never use the particulate respirators as protection against chemical, biological, radioactive, or nuclear (CBRN) warfare hazards.
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Never use a damaged, used, or expired particulate respirator.
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Never use the particulate respirators for protection against inhaling
- paint spray
- gases
- vapors
- asbestos particles
- sandblasting particles
- lead
- arsenic
- 4,4’ methylene dianiline (MDA)
- cadmium
- other contaminants that are unknown or immediately dangerous to life or health.
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Never use the particulate respirators as protection against radioactive particles and radiation.
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Never use the particulate respirators in atmospheres with contaminant concentrations that exceed 10 times the
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL), specific OSHA standards, or other applicable regulations, whichever is lower. For PELs please refer to OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.1000. -
If specific OSHA or other applicable regulations apply to a certain substance or application, you must strictly follow these regulations.
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When used to reduce inhalation of silica particles, you must additionally adhere to all requirements of OSHA regulation 29 CFR 1926.1153 and/or 29 CFR 1910.1053.
General warnings and cautions
- A properly selected particulate respirator is essential to protect your health. Before using this particulate respirator, consult an Industrial Hygienist or Occupational Safety Professional to determine the suitability for your intended use.
- Before occupational use of this respirator, a written respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the local government requirements. In the United States, employers must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 which includes medical evaluation, training, and fit testing. Particulate respirators that are properly selected and fitted will only reduce the contaminant concentration.
- Do not modify the particulate respirators.
- Do not use the particulate respirators as surgical masks.
- Persons with breathing difficulties, such as asthma or with a history of heart disease, should consult a physician and complete a medical evaluation prior to use.
- Do not use with beard or facial hair or other conditions that prevent a good seal between the face and the sealing surface of the respirator.
- Do not share particulate respirators with other people for hygienic reasons.
- The respirators are not designed to be used by children.
- These particulate respirators are not intended for use as protection against bacterial or viral agents such as avian (bird) flu virus, SARS or any other bacterial, viral or biological agents.
- Never remove your respirator when you are in contaminated areas! The outer surface of the respirator must be treated as if it is contaminated at all times. Wash hands immediately after removing the respirator.
Explanation of symbols on the packaging
Strictly follow the instructions for use!
indicates the temperature range of storage conditions
indicates the maximum humidity of storage conditions
Use and donning
- Remove the particulate respirator from its packaging.
- Prior to use, make sure that there are no holes in the breathing zone and that the particulate respirator is not damaged. Pay particular attention to the weld of the head strap loops (see figure B). If the particulate respirator is damaged, use a new one.
- Ensure that head and eye protection do not interfere with the particulate respirator.
- Unfold the particulate respirator and slightly preform the centre of the nose clip (see figure A).
- Hold the mask in one hand and expand the loop on the harness until the top loop almost lies against the particulate respirator (see figure B).
- Hold the particulate respirator under the chin and over the nose so that the foam rests on the nose (see figure C). Stretch the bottom loop and pull it over the head to the neck (see figure C-1). Position the top loop high on the back of the head (see figure C-2).
- Adjust the length of the loops (see figure D) so that the particulate respirator sits comfortably on the head and the tension is evenly distributed.
- Adjust the nose clip to the shape of the nose, using both hands (see figure E). Adjustment using only one hand might impede the tight fit.
- Perform a seal check:
• Particulate respirators without valve:
Cup both hands over the particulate respirator being careful not to disturb the fit of the respirator. Exhale vigorously (see figure F).
• Particulate respirators with valve:
Cup both hands over the particulate respirator being careful not to disturb the fit of the respirator. Inhale vigorously.
• If air leaks at the sides of the particulate respirator, adjust the particulate respirator until it fits properly. Make sure that the nose clip fits the shape of your nose.
WARNING
If you cannot achieve satisfactory fit, do NOT enter the contaminated area.
See your supervisor.
Failure to do so could lead to sickness or death.
Duration of use
The number of hours that the particulate respirators may be used depends on
several factors, including the concentration of contaminants in the air, and
the amount of work that the user is performing. but must in no case exceed 8
hours (see “Limitations on use”).
Leave the work area if dizziness or other signs of distress occur.
Storage and care
Always store the particulate respirators in their original packaging in a
cool, dry room in such a way that they cannot be damaged. Avoid exposure to
direct sunlight. Do not store the particulate respirators after the indicated
expiry date.
Make sure the particulate respirators are clean. Never try to clean a
particulate respirator. Storage temperature: -4 °F to 104 °F (-20 °C to 40 °C)
Relative humidity: maximum 80 %
Disposal
Used particulate respirators must be disposed of in accordance with local
disposal regulations.
Approval label
Dräger Safety AG&Co KGaA
D-23560 Luebeck, Germany
Phone : 011 49 451 882 – 0
or US : 1 – 800 – 437-2437
These respirators are approved only in the following configurations:
TC-| 1
Protection
| 1900 Series Respirator| Cautions and Limitations2
| | 3951950| 3951951| 3951955| 3951956|
84A-9044| N95| X| | | | ABCJMNOP
84A-9045| N95| | X| | | ABCJMNOP
84A-9046| N95| | | X| | ABCJMNOP
84A-9047| N95| | | | X| ABCJMNOP
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Protection
N95 – Particulate Filter ( 95% filter efficiency level ) effective against particulate aerosols free of oil; time use restrictions may apply -
Cautions and Limitations
A – Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 percent oxygen.
B – Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
C – Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards.
J – Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.
M – All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used, and maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
N – Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the manufacturer.
O – Refer to User’s Instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these respirators.
P – NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical masks.
Manufacturer:
Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
Revalstraße 1
D-23560 Lübeck
Germany
Phone +49 451 8 82 – 0
Fax +49 451 8 82 – 20 80
www.draeger.com
Distributor in the USA:
Draeger, Inc.
7256 South Sam Houston West Parkway
Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77085
USA
Phone +1-800-437-2437
www.draeger.com
93 00 115 – GA 1471.920
© Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
Edition 02 – August 2021 (Edition 01 – May 2019)
Subject to alteration