Nextteq M8 Detection Paper - Manual (Page 18)

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M8 Detection Paper Manual
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C. Eye protection in accordance with OSHA standards and
good practice. Contact lenses should be worn in strict
compliance with applicable NIOSH, OSHA, and ACOEM
standards.
D. Chemical resistant clothing in accordance with OSHA stan-
dards and good practice.
6. This product(s) is designed for use in ambient atmospheres of
-26°F to 120°F (-32°C to 49°C).
7. Ensure that M8 Detection Paper is not wet and its original unre-
acted tan color.
C. Usage Instructions
1. Tear off one sheet of M8 Detection Paper along perforated edge.
2. Use tweezers or similar tool to grasp the M8 Detection Paper.
3. Carefully and slowly, avoiding splashing, blot a small portion of
the M8 Detection Paper onto the unknown liquid until it absorbs a
sample of the liquid.
4. Carefully remove the test paper from the unknown liquid while
avoiding drips or spreading the unknown liquid.
5. Wait approximately 30 seconds and observe the color change.
6. Compare any change in color to the color chart listed on the
inside of the M8 Detection Paper booklet. The color changes are
described in Table 1:
Color Change Chemical Warfare Agent
Yellow-Gold G (Nerve Agent)
Red-Pink H (Blister Agent)
Dark Green V (Nerve Agent)
table 1 Color Change Associated with Various Agents
note: Minimum detectable concentration for M8 Detection Paper is
0.02 ml.
Operating Instructions