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Cleaning and Disinfection
G1 Industrial SCBA
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Cleaning and Disinfection
WARNING!
DO NOT use any cleaning substances that can or might attack any part of the SCBA.
DO NOT use alcohol because it may deteriorate rubber parts.
If not rinsed thoroughly, cleaning agent residue may irritate the wearer's skin.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious injury or death.
Depending on the cleaning policy adopted, either a designated person or the user should clean the
SCBA after each use to limit exposure to possible contamination that may be present on the unit after
fire fighting activities. ANSI standards suggest that users should be trained in the cleaning procedure.
Confidence Plus
®
Cleaning Solution (P/N 10009971) from MSA is recommended. It cleans and disin-
fects in one operation. It retains its germicidal efficiency in hard water to inhibit the growth of bacteria.
It will not deteriorate rubber, plastic, glass, or metal parts. Refer to the label to prepare the Confidence
Plus Cleaning Solution. If the Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution is not used, wash in a mild cleaning
solution, rinse thoroughly. Submerge the facepiece in a germicide solution for the manufacturer's
recommended time.
9.1
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Facepiece
WARNING!
Do not use cleaning products containing hydrocarbons or solvents [e.g. nitro-thinner].
Cleaned parts must not be dried in radiant heat [sun, radiators].
When using a drying cabinet, the temperature must not exceed 140 °F (+60 °C).
Perform a tightness test after every cleaning, disinfection and maintenance or after every
exchange of parts.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious injury or death.
(1) Remove the facepiece mounted regulator from the
facepiece.
