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SR9520/SR9520S/SR9525/SR9525S/SR9530/SR9530S

Particulate Respirator N95

Models SR9520/SR9520S/SR9525/SR9525S/SR9530/SR9530S

IMPORTANT: Keep these User Instructions for reference.

Read User Instructions before use. Misuse of this product may result in sickness or death. For questions about use,

consult supervisor or reach out to Shawmut LLC at service@shawmutcorp.com or 1-800-448-3457, ext. 1252.

PLEASE READ: IMPORTANT Before use, wearer must fully read and understand these User Instructions. Keep

these instructions for reference.

Fitting Instructions

Follow these instructions each time N95 respirator is worn.

Fig 1. Position the respirator in your hands with the nose piece at your fingertips. Cup the respirator in your hand

allowing the headbands to hang below your hand. Hold the respirator under your chin with the nosepiece up.

Fig 2. The top strap goes over and rests at the top back of your head. The bottom strap is positioned around the neck

and below the ears. Do not crisscross straps.

Fig 3. Place your fingertips from both hands at the top of the metal nose clip. Slide fingertips down both sides of the

metal strip to mold the nose area to the shape of your nose.

Additionally, check your seal each time N95 respirator is worn as follows:

Fig 4. Place both hands over the respirator, take a quick breath in to check whether the respirator seals tightly to the

face. Place both hands completely over the respirator and exhale. If you feel leakage, there is not a proper seal.

User Instructions

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Summary

Usage Limitations and Guidelines

Time Use Limitation

Do not use respirator for more than 8 hours continuous or intermittent use. Replace if damaged or breathing becomes difficult.

General Use Instructions

Failure to wear or follow instructions may result in sickness or death. Check seal, inspect for damage, and replace if needed.

Storage and Shelf Life

Shelf-Life Storage

Use respirators before the 'use by' date on packaging. Standard shelf life is 5 years.

Storage Conditions

Store within temperature range -20°C to +30°C and humidity <80% RH for optimal shelf life.

This document provides user instructions for the Protex™ Particulate Respirator N95, specifically for models SR9520, SR9520S, SR9525, SR9525S, SR9530, and SR9530S.

Function Description

The Protex™ Particulate Respirator N95 is designed to help reduce the inhalation of certain airborne biological particles. It is intended for occupational use to filter particles generated from activities such as painting, construction, and other heavy industries, as well as liquid or non-oil-based particles from sprays that do not emit oil aerosols or vapors. This respirator is not designed to supply oxygen.

Important Technical Specifications

Respirator Type: Particulate Respirator N95.
Models Covered: SR9520, SR9520S, SR9525, SR9525S, SR9530, SR9530S.
Material Composition: Does NOT contain natural rubber latex or PVC.
Storage Temperature Range: -20°C (-4°F) to +30°C (86°F).
Maximum Relative Humidity for Storage: <80% RH.
Shelf Life: 5 years when stored in original packaging within specified climatic conditions.
Use Limitation: Do not use for more than 8 hours of continuous or intermittent use.

Usage Features

Fitting Instructions:
1. Hold the respirator with the nosepiece at your fingertips, cupping it in your hand with headbands hanging below.
2. Position the respirator under your chin with the nosepiece up.
3. Place the top strap over the top back of your head.
4. Position the bottom strap around the neck and below the ears; do not crisscross straps.
5. Mold the metal nose clip to the shape of your nose by placing fingertips from both hands at the top and sliding them down both sides of the metal strip.
User Seal Check: After fitting, place both hands over the respirator. Take a quick breath in to check for a tight seal. Then, exhale completely with both hands over the respirator. If leakage is felt, the seal is not proper, and the fitting instructions should be repeated. If a proper seal cannot be achieved, do not enter contaminated areas.
Removal Instructions:
1. DO NOT TOUCH the front of the respirator, as it may be contaminated.
2. Remove by pulling the bottom strap over the back of the head, then the top strap, without touching the respirator itself.
3. Discard the N95 respirator safely by placing it in a plastic bag and then in the trash.
4. Wash hands after handling the used respirator.
Limitations of Use:
- Not for use with oil-based aerosols, gases, vapors, sandblasting, lead, or asbestos.
- Not for use in areas where contaminant levels are unknown or pose an immediate danger to health.
- Not for use where particulate concentrations exceed U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Permissible Exposure Limits for specific substances.
- If breathing becomes difficult, or other distress occurs, the user must immediately leave the contaminated area and contact a supervisor.
- Users with chronic respiratory, cardiac, or other medical conditions should consult a healthcare provider before use, as the N95 respirator can make breathing more difficult.

Maintenance Features

Storage: Store respirators in their original packaging within the specified temperature and humidity conditions. Use respirators before the "use by" date indicated on the packaging.
Inspection: Inspect the respirator before each use. Check all parts (material, headbands, nose foam, nose clip) for signs of damage. Immediately dispose of and replace the respirator if any parts are damaged or missing.
Disposal: Dispose of used product in compliance with applicable regulations.
Prohibited Actions: Do not alter, wash, abuse, or misuse the respirator, as this will compromise its efficacy.
Replacement: Replace the respirator if it becomes damaged or soiled, or if breathing becomes difficult.

Important Safety Information

Failure to wear the respirator during all times of exposure, or failure to follow all instructions and limitations, may result in sickness or death.
Before occupational use, a written respiratory protection program must be implemented, meeting all local government requirements (e.g., OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard 29 CFR 1910.134 in the United States, or CSA requirements in Canada). This includes medical evaluation, training, and fit testing.
This respirator helps reduce the inhalation of certain airborne biological particles but does not eliminate the risk of contracting disease, illness, or infection.
For questions regarding use, contact Shawmut LLC at service@shawmutcorp.com or 1-800-448-3457, ext. 1252.