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6.3 General Cleaning & Inspection
Procedures
Each diver must establish his own minimum stan-
dards for the care of his helmet. We offer recom-
mendations here with the suggestion that the diver
establish for himself what is necessary to provide a
good working unit. Use of the helmet in fresh water
will require a timetable for maintenance procedures
different from that when the helmet is used in salt
water.
Using the helmet in sea water while jetting in sand
will necessitate increased maintenance. Use of the
helmet in a heavy oil and/or chemical environment
may make it necessary to replace rubber parts to
assure proper function.
Regardless, all helmets and
masks should be disassembled, cleaned and inspected at
least once a year. All o-rings should be replaced at least
once a year.
NOTE: Certain fuel oils and/or chemicals will cause
premature degradation of soft goods and seals by mak-
ing them become soft, swell or break down. Upon exit-
ing the contaminant, KMDSI recommends a thorough
external decontamination/washing of the helmet/neck
dam ring assembly as soon as feasibly possible, followed
by a vigilant inspection of the interior of the helmet to
ensure that no contaminant has entered.
Pay particular attention to the following parts prior to
re-use; whisker, demand regulator diaphragm, demand
regulator exhaust valve, exhaust valve, Tri-Valve
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Ex-
haust Valve(s), communications post(s) or communica-
tions connector assembly, and neck dam.
If in doubt about the serviceability of a
part,
repair or replace it immediately. Use only
Genuine Kirby Morgan replacement parts.
The use of unauthorized parts may result
in injury or death to the user.
WARNING
Do not use solvents or bleach for cleaning.
These agents are toxic and use of them
may result in injury or death to personnel
and damage to equipment.
WARNING
Wear eye protection to
prevent cleaning and
germicidal cleansing
solutions from
contacting eyes. If
contact occurs, rinse
WARNING
eyes with copious amounts of water and
consult medical help immediately.
Cleanliness is imperative in maintaining
and handling the Kirby Morgan masks and
helmets. All tools, parts, and components
must be kept free of oil, lubricant, rust, and
other contamination. Foreign substances
within an assembly may result in equipment
failure and possible injury or death to
personnel.
WARNING
Different brands of lubricant should never be
mixed. Ensure all old lubricant is removed
prior to applying new lubricant.
WARNING
