Preparation For Use; Adjusting Hood To Correct Size; Donning The Hood - Dräger X-plore 8000 Hoods Instrucciones De Uso

Information on year of manufacture
The year of manufacture results from the 3rd letter of the serial
number: F = 2014, G = omitted, H = 2015, I = omitted, J = 2016, K =
2017 etc. Example: Serial number ARFH-0054: The third letter is F, the
year of manufacture is therefore 2014.
2.6.2 Packaging
Follow the Instructions for Use
Maximum storage area humidity
<90%
Storage temperature range
+70°C
-20°C
2.7

Preparation for use

Perform the following activities prior to use:
1. Check hood for damage. Dispose of any damaged hoods.
2. Adjust hood to correct size (see section 2.7.1 on page 13).
3. Remove transport foils from visor.
4. If necessary, attach protective cover (see section 3.2.2).
5. Connect hood to respiratory protective device. Make sure that the
device is switched on and breathing air is available.
6. Don the hood (see section 2.7.2 on page 13).
Dräger X-plore 8000 Hoods
2.7.1

Adjusting hood to correct size

► Illustration on the fold-out page (Figure B)
1. Select size in the chart (see section 7 on page 16).
NOTICE
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The measurements in the size chart serve as reference
values.
Ensure a tight but comfortable fit when you select the hood.
2. Adjust the support ring with the aid of the quick adjustment
systems. To do this press the buckle together at the sides and
adjust the numbered band to the desired position.
Adjusting the head circumference: The numbers are for

orientation and correspond to the head circumference in
centimetres.
Adjusting the head height: The numbers are for orientation.

Size 1 stands for a small and size 5 for a large setting.
Adjust the support ring in such a way that the hood fits comfortably and
safely and optimum visibility is ensured.
2.7.2

Donning the hood

WARNING
!
Danger through lack of oxygen and CO
Wait to don the hood until it is connected with the respiratory
protective device and breathable air is available.
1. Remove transport foil from visor.
2. Put on the hood.
The support ring rests on the centre of the forehead and surrounds
the head. The face cuff runs under the chin, over the ears and
along the back of the head.
Description
poisoning!
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