11. What filter is used for infection control in hospitals and primate research centers?

12. Why is the pre-filter attached to the HEPA filter hood in infection control environments?

13. What material is the 10 mil lens that is incorporated within the hood?

14. What material does the HEPA filter hood consist of?

15. How long does the battery last?

16. Is the system NIOSH approved?

17. How long does it take to charge the battery?

18. How many cycles will the battery last?

19. How long can I leave the battery on the charger without using it?

20. If I don’t use the system on a regular basis, and may only use for emergency preparedness, how often do I need to recycle or recharge the battery?

21. Can I use this for a bronchoscopy procedure?

22. Is your lens fog proof?

23. How much airflow is coming inside the helmet?

24. Can this system be used by more than one person?

25. Will water harm the HEPA filter?

26. What do the red and yellow LED lights mean?

27. What is the noise level of the system?

28. Do I need to be fit tested?

29. Can I wear this system if I have a beard and wear glasses?

30. How can the Director of Sales be reached?

31. Who is my Customer Service contact/IMR contact?











1. What do you recommend to clean/disinfect your PAPR?
We suggest you use Quaternary Ammonia, Bleach or Alcohol based wipes.

2. What will I see if there is degradation?
You will see a graying or “cloudy” effect on the helmet or lens surface.

3. Can we clean/disinfect the filters and reuse?
No. Replace the filters as directed in the following question.

4. How often should the filter be changed?
If blood and/or bodily fluids contaminate the filter, it should be disposed of according to the hospital’s contaminated waste disposal protocol. Dispose of the filter media when breathing resistance increases or if the filter becomes damaged or exposed to blood or body fluids. Additionally hospital personnel should follow their standard operating procedures for infection control in conjunction with the use of personal protective equipment.

5. I found some blood on the PAPR. What should I use to clean it?
Refer to products you currently use for cleaning surfaces with blood contamination.

6. There are no electrical outlets in the ante room. Where do you suggest we charge the battery?
Check with your Bio-Hazard/Bio-Engineering or Safety department for existing hospital protocol and procedures for charging batteries.

7. Can I use a stethoscope with your system?
Yes. Both systems can accommodate the use of a stethoscope; however the hearing capability is at its optimum while wearing the cuff system.

8. Do you have a belt to use with the Li-Ion battery?
A belt will be supplied with all Lithium-Ion systems in the near future.

9. What departments/applications are there within the Healthcare market?

- Infection Control
- Pathology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Emergency Room
- Bio-Engineering
- Environmental Health & Safety

10. Where does the air supply come from?
In the back of the helmet there are two openings where the air is channeled through the top.
The motor and fan located in the center top of the helmet draws in ambient air through the HEPA filter, down over the helmet towards the front of the face, with the airflow flowing down.

11. What filter is used for infection control in hospitals and primate research centers?
The 2000-25DM since the pre-filter is permanently attached to the HEPA filter hood.

12. Why is the pre-filter attached to the HEPA filter hood in infection control environments?
In an effort to maximize efficiency, reduce cost, and reduce decontamination time, we have combined the disposable pre-filter with the HEPA filter hood as an integral one piece filter.

13. What material is the 10 mil lens that is incorporated within the hood?
Polycarbonate.
 
14. What material does the HEPA filter hood consist of?
Electrostatic charged polypropylene.

15. How long does the battery last?
The lithium-ion battery (14.8V 4AH) will run continuously for 8-10 hours.

16. Is the system NIOSH approved?
Yes.
 
17. How long does it take to charge the battery?
The lithium-Ion battery utilizes a “Rapid Charge” procedure and will take 4-6 hours to re-charge.

18. How many cycles will the battery last?
A cycle is defined as a complete discharge and recharge. The battery has a useful life of 450-500 cycles.

19. How long can I leave the battery on the charger without using it?
Do not leave the battery on the charger for more than 2 weeks without using it.

20. If I don’t use the system on a regular basis, and may only use for emergency preparedness, how often do I need to recycle or recharge the battery?
Do not store the battery unused for more than 3 months without charging.


21. Can I use this for a bronchoscopy procedure?
Yes. Since this procedure is not done in a sterile environment, the MAXAIR can be used with the 2000-25DM filter hood. The filter hood must be disposed of immediately after the procedure according to hospital decontamination protocols.

22. Is your lens fog proof?
Yes, since the air is flowing down over the user’s face.

23. How much airflow is coming inside the helmet?
6-8 cubic feet of air per minute (cfm) or 175 – 230 liters per minute (lpm), and the user can adjust the airflow up to a maximum of 8-9 cfm.

24. Can this system be used by more than one person?
Yes. After decontamination, and replacing the comfort strips the MAXAIR will be ready for the next use.

25. Will water harm the HEPA filter?
No. The filter is water resistant when exposed to moisture.

26. What do the red and yellow LED lights mean?
The red light indicates a low battery. The yellow light indicates low air flow.

27. What is the noise level of the system?
The system averages a decibel rating of 62 or lower.

28. Do I need to be fit tested?
No. Since the airflow is 6-8 cfm, this is positive pressure and the worker does not need to be fit tested.

29. Can I wear this system if I have a beard and wear glasses?
Yes, since this is a loose fitting PAPR and is providing positive pressure.

30. How can the Director of Sales be reached?
Vince Gonzalez can be reached at 800-443-3842, ext 127.

31. Who is my Customer Service contact/IMR contact?
Susan Hurd is the Customer Service Coordinator. She can be reached at:
800-443-3842, ext 109.