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CHAPTER 4
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
This chapter provides instructions for cleaning and storing the 3M Scott Vision C5 full facepiece.
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Before You Begin
Carefully read “
” on page 7 before beginning any of the procedures in this chapter.
After using the facepiece, clean it according to these
User Instructions
and perform a regular operational inspection
as outlined in “
” on page 13. If you find any damage, remove the equipment from service and tag
it for repair by authorized personnel.
Prior to handling or using any of the cleaning agents mentioned in this
User Instruction
, please consult the
manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for precautions and important instructions.
Cleaning the Facepiece
You will need the following supplies:
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An appropriate sanitizing and/or disinfecting cleaner
If an appropriate disinfectant is not available, you can disinfect the facepiece using one of the following solutions:
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Hypochlorite solution (
50 ppm of chlorine) made by adding approximately one milliliter (1 mL) of laundry
bleach to one liter (1 L) of water at or below 110° F / 43° C
-OR-
–
Aqueous solution of iodine
(50 ppm iodine) made by adding approximately 0.8 mL of tincture of iodine (6-8
grams ammonium and/or potassium iodide in 100 cc of 45% alcohol) to 1 L of water at or below 110° F / 43°
C
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Spray bottle (for the sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner)
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Drinking (potable) water, either from a faucet or in a spray bottle
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Clean, lint-free cloth
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(Optional) Lubricant-free, dry breathing air, maximum 30 psig, for drying the facepiece
NOTE
3M Scott does not guarantee the efficacy of disinfectants for specific infectious pathogens.
When using the cleaning products, follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions. Improper use or handling of
these products may result in damage to the facepiece.
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