VeriFit ® Irritant Smoke Generators For Respirator Fit Testing PN 50811000-310N Manual
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VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Table of Contents Contents I. INTRODUCTION...........................................................1 II. SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................2 III. WARNINGS ...............................................................3 IV. OWNER / USER RESPONSIBILITY .....................................11 V. MSDS .......................................................................12 VI. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................
Introduction VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual I. INTRODUCTION The VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators for Respirator Fit Testing (Part Number 50811000-310N) include the following: 1. Ten (10) Complete Fit Testing Kits 2. One (1) VeriFit storage box 3.
VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Specifications II. SPECIFICATIONS Weight: Dimensions: Overall Length Bellows Length Outside Dimension Capacity 0.15 oz (±0.009) 4.3 g (±0.25) 5.35 in (±0.05) / 136 mm (±1.3) 1.2 in (±0.025) / 30 mm (±0.5) 0.95 in (±0.025) / 24 mm (±0.5) 8.0 cc (±0.1) Barrel Length Outside Dimension 1.3 in (±0.025) / 33 mm (±0.5) 0.5 in (±0.025) / 12.5 mm (±0.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual III. WARNINGS 1. Before using this product, read, understand, and comply with all labels, warnings, instructions, and other literature accompanying the product including but not limited to this manual, the MSDS in this manual (also available as PN 50811320-340N), and the Sensitivity Check Protocol (PN 50811340-340N - see www. nextteq.com). Failure to comply with all warnings and instructions could cause property damage, serious injury or death. 2.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 9. Do not breathe the fumes or smoke directly. Avoid prolonged breathing of smoke or fumes. Prolonged breathing of smoke or fumes may result in property damage, serious injury or death. 10. Do not blow smoke or fumes directly into a person’s unprotected face. Blowing smoke or fumes directly into a person’s unprotected face could result in property damage, serious injury or death. 11. Wear respiratory protection in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 18. The smoke generator contains stannic chloride that combines with humidity to liberate a white smoke consisting of hydrogen chloride and tin compounds. A. If inhaled and repeated coughing or trouble breathing occurs, immediately remove test subject to fresh clean air. Restore and support breathing as necessary. B. If coughing or breathing difficulty persists, immediately provide oxygen and immediately contact a physician. C.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 22. Do not eat, drink, take internally, inhale smoke into mouth, or consume contents of smoke generator as it may result in property damage, serious injury or death. 23. Do not heat or burn the smoke generators or throw smoke generators into a fire. Smoke generators may emit dangerous toxic fumes. 24.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 31. Perform the Respirator Fit Test and/or Sensitivity Check strictly in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, this manual, Nextteq’s Sensitivity Check Protocol (PN 50811340-340N - see www. nextteq.com), and other instructions provided by Nextteq LLC. 32. Prior to starting the Respirator Fit Test or the Sensitivity Check: A. Instruct the test subject to immediately step into fresh, clean air in the event of any exposure or response to irritant smoke. B.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual F. The test subject is in poor health or any of the following conditions are present: I. The test subject has a pre-existing respiratory, cardiovascular, or bronchial medical condition. II. The test subject is under a physician’s care for a respiratory, cardiovascular, or bronchial ailment; sinus, nasal or ear infection; or impaired immune system. III.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 36. A test subject’s sensitivity to irritant smoke varies based upon size, weight, heredity, age, health, and other factors. Some test subjects may respond to a greater degree than others to irritant smoke.
Warnings VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 43. Wear safety gloves in accordance with OSHA standards and good practice when using VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators. 44. This product(s) is designed for qualitative respiratory fit testing in ambient atmospheres of 32°F to 104°F, with 10% relative humidity to 95% relative humidity. Do not use this product(s) in atmospheres of less than 40% relative humidity.
Owner/User Responsibility VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual VI. OWNER / USER RESPONSIBILITY 1. The OWNER and/or USER must have an accurate and complete understanding of the manufacturer’s warnings and additionally the manufacturer’s operating instructions before using this product. Warning information should be emphasized and understood. 2.
MSDS VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual V. MSDS This MSDS is also available at www.nextteq.com as PN 50811320-340N Part 1 - Material Identification Material Name: Stannic Chloride Irritant Smoke Generator (PN 50811320-310N) Chemical Name: Stannic Chloride (CAS No. 7646-78-8, UN No. 1827) Synonyms: A. Tin tetrachloride, Tin (IV) Chloride B. Air Flow Indicator Tube C.
MSDS VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Melting Point: -22.36°F Volatility: N/A Specific gravity: 2.23 g/cm3 (at 68°F) Solubility: N/A Hydrogen Chloride Appearance: Colorless to slightly yellow gas, irritating odor Boiling Point: -121°F Melting Point: N/A Specific Gravity: N/A Vapor Pressure: 40.5 atm Solubility in Water: 37% by weight @ room temperature Vapor Density: (Air=1)= 1.268 N/A = Not Available Part 4 - Fire & Explosive Data Flash Point & Method: N/A Auto Ignition Temp.
MSDS VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Part 5 - Health Hazard Information Exposure Limits Information: Tin Inorganic Compounds ACGIH-TLV: TWA 2 mg/m3 OSHA PEL: 2 mg/m3 Hydrogen Chloride OSHA PEL: Ceiling 5 ppm ACGIH-TLV: STEL Ceiling 2 ppm Listed in the 2004 ACGIH-TLV handbook with a carcinogenicity notation of A4, which is defined as “Not classifiable as a human carcingen”. Toxicological Information: Stannic Chloride Skin Corrosion: May result in extreme irritation and burns to the skin.
MSDS VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Emergency & First Aid Procedure: Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of clean running water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids to flush the area under the lids. Contact a physician. Skin: Flush the affected areas with large amounts of clean running water and wash with soap for at least 15 minutes. Get medical help in case of a large area of contact or if irritation persists.
MSDS VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Part 7 - Spill, Leak & Disposal Procedures Spill Procedure: Does not apply. (Refer to below) Broken Glass Cleanup: Broken glass should not be picked up with bare hands. Disposal Procedure: Soak used tubes in large volume of water and neutralize with sodium carbonate or equivalent alkaline substance. Dispose of tubes via landfill.
MSDS VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Other Precautions: Avoid eye and skin contact with smoke. Do not directly breathe the smoke. Avoid the buildup of smoke. Use in a wellventilated area. Do not use under a hood or in a confined space. Do not blow smoke directly into anyone’s unprotected face or eyes. Test only one person at a time. Do not blow smoke between test subjects.
Operating Instructions VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual V. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A. Recommended Usage Nextteq recommends the following in regards to use of VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators: 1. Qualitative Respirator Fit Testing be performed at the following intervals: a. At time of initial respirator selection and fitting b. Annually after the initial fit testing or other successful qualitative fit test c.
Operating Instructions VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual 2. Keep this manual for reference and training. 3. Be thoroughly familiar with this product, the manufacturer’s instructions and warnings, and associated equipment before using this product. 4. Inspect this product and associated equipment for damage or defects before using. Do not proceed with Respirator Fit Testing or Sensitivity Check if this product or associated equipment is damaged or defective. 5.
VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Operating Instructions 11. A test subject’s sensitivity to irritant smoke varies based upon size, weight, heredity, age, health, and other factors. Some test subjects may respond to a greater degree than others to irritant smoke.
Operating Instructions 5. VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Bend smoke generator in the middle to break the ampoule as shown in Figure 1 below. Figure 1 Break Ampoule 6. Remove black cap as shown in Figure 2 below. Be sure that the tip of the VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generator is pointed away from you and others. Figure 2 Remove Black Cap 7. Wait 5 seconds for bellows to expand and air to enter smoke generator (See Figure 3 below).
Operating Instructions VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual NOTE: Prior to compressing the bellows, ensure the smoke generator is aimed in the correct direction and at the correct distance from test subject. 8. Slowly, gently, and uniformly compress the bellows to generate smoke as shown in Figure 4 below. Figure 4 Smoke is Generated 9. When testing is complete, carefully compress the pump bulb. When the pump bulb is compressed, replace the black cap over the end of the smoke generator.
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VeriFit Irritant Smoke Generators Manual Disclaimer of Warranties ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. IF THE USER IS CONFUSED ABOUT THE PROPER USE OF VERIFIT IRRITANT SMOKE GENERATORS, ANY INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS, LABELS, SPECIFICATIONS, TEST PROTOCOL, OR THE VERIFIT IRRITANT SMOKE GENERATORS MANUAL, THE USER SHOULD CALL NEXTTEQ FOR ASSISTANCE PRIOR TO USING THE PRODUCT. NEXTTEQ CAN BE CONTACTED AT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TELEPHONE NUMBERS: TOLL FREE 877-312-2333 OR LOCAL NUMBER 813-249-5888.
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