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Certifi ed Models NFPA 1990 (1994) – 2022 Edition

Class 1 and 2 • D5H457-94 • D5H458-94

User Information

for DuraChem® 500

Protective Ensemble

for Hazardous Materials

Emergencies and CBRN

Terrorism Events

RM 31655 REV 01-2023

Summary of Contents for DuraChem 500

Page 1: ...ied Models NFPA 1990 1994 2022 Edition Class 1 and 2 D5H457 94 D5H458 94 User Information for DuraChem 500 Protective Ensemble forHazardousMaterials Emergencies and CBRN Terrorism Events RM 31655 REV 01 2023 ...

Page 2: ...ER Kappler Inc P O Box 490 115 Grimes Drive Guntersville AL 35976 256 505 4005 Phone 800 600 4019 Toll free 256 505 4151 Fax info kappler com User Information for DuraChem 500 Protective Ensemble Certified Models NFPA 1990 1994 2022 Edition Class 1 and 2 22 KAP 113 ...

Page 3: ...ance 5 Static Electricity 5 Avoid Continuous Exposure 6 Sock Booties 6 Provide Hearing Protection 6 Communications 6 Inspection of the Garment 7 Full Visual Inspection 7 Returning the Garment 8 Storage Life and Storage Conditions 8 Storage Life 8 Storage Conditions 9 Closure Lubricants 9 Marking Recommendations and Restrictions 9 Respirator Consideration for Ensembles 9 Sizing Considerations 10 Do...

Page 4: ...chnical Data Package 17 NFPA 1994 Class 2 Performance Data 17 Sizing Information 17 Garment Material and Component Descriptions 17 Garment Material 17 Elastometric Interface Material 18 Glove Material And Assembly 18 Sock Bootie Material 18 Physical Foot Protection 18 Zipper Closure Type and Material 19 Material Seam Types and Composition 19 Seam Material Garment 19 Seam Material Interface Materia...

Page 5: ...Head Protection Accommodated with this Garment 20 Durachem Glove Sizing Chart 20 Appendix B Garment Sizing Chart 21 Appendix C DuraChem 500 Inspection Log 22 ...

Page 6: ...esponsible for approving equipment must comply with the requirements of NFPA 1891 for the selection care and maintenance of protective ensembles and elements SAFETYSYMBOLSUSEDINTHISMANUAL While reading this manual you will come across a number of warnings concern ing some of the risks and dangers you may face while using the device These warnings contain signal words that will alert you to the deg...

Page 7: ... or an external breathing air supply airline system with garment pass through with escape bottle NFPA compliant garments must use NIOSH CBRN approved SCBA Separate foot and lower leg protection such as chemical protective boots warning There are uses environments and chemicals for which these garments and or fabrics are unsuitable It is the responsibility of the user to review available data and v...

Page 8: ...condition Working in a totally encapsulating garment is strenuous In an emergency situation or hot environment the wearer may experience heat stress Persons who show symptoms of heat stress such as nausea dizziness or excessive heat build up should leave the work area immediately and doff the garment as quickly as possible Persons in doubt about their physical condition should check with a physici...

Page 9: ...of heat stress The wearer can take several steps to limit and or prevent heat stress such as use of a cooling system and working in accordance with a conservative work rest schedule The maximum time the garment can be worn depends on such variables as the air supply ambi ent condition climate inside the garment physical and psychological condition of the wearer work rate and work load The TLV pock...

Page 10: ...ier such as abrasion flex fatigue puncture tear oxidative degradation or degraded performance due to previous contamination No single protective material will protect against all chemicals for all situations The best course of action is to test the primary garment materials against the specific chemical hazard at the temperature and in the concentrations to be encountered Kappler Inc will provide ...

Page 11: ...s garment are designed to be worn inside outer boots These sock booties do not have sufficient durability or slip resistance to be worn as outer boots Provide Hearing Protection If noise levels inside the garment exceed regulatory noise levels hearing protec tion must be provided Use hearing protection recommended by a safety pro fessional and which does not interfere with the operation or use of ...

Page 12: ...e or discoloration on material visor gloves and closure Check zipper closure for worn or damaged parts Run your fingers along the zipper length to feel for imperfections or separations caution The garment should undergo a full visual inspection at the following times Upon receipt to ensure no damage has occurred during shipment OR prior to first donning of garment After a garment is worn and befor...

Page 13: ...t Kappler Inc to authorize the return No contaminated garments will be accepted for return Discoloration or odors are evidence of contamination Garments being returned must be accompanied by the usage log and with a letter stating that the garment has not been contaminated Note Charges may be incurred See warranty information STORAGELIFEANDSTORAGECONDITIONS Storage Life Kappler s Durachem 500 garm...

Page 14: ...re test inspections Storage Conditions Garments should be stored away from direct sunlight preferably in a cool dry location that is not subjected to extreme hot or cold conditions between 40º 90º F Garments should be stored in their original boxes in bags or on hangers Garments should be stored with the zipper open CLOSURELUBRICANTS There are no lubricants recommended for the closure system MARKI...

Page 15: ...r physical damage 2 An assistant should help the wearer don the garment 3 Remove all jewelry and personal items pens key rings badges pagers knife cases etc that might damage the garment 4 Check function of respirator and place nearby donning location 5 Visually check size and condition of outer boots and place nearby donning location 6 Open garment zipper closure completely 7 Read garment size la...

Page 16: ...flaps down over boots as far as possible 11 Place one hand in the sleeve pull garment sleeve to shoulder and place hand into gloves 12 Place other hand in sleeve and place hand into gloves 13 Don respirator face piece and tighten head straps to secure 14 Pull hood over the head and secure ensure proper fit between respirator face piece and garment elastomeric face seal 15 Slowly close the zipper A...

Page 17: ...el the garment down and away from the wearer s shoulders The assistant should help the wearer remove his arms from the sleeves 4 Lower the garment below the hips and sit down Have the assistant remove the boots pull the garment off the legs and remove the garment to a remote location 5 Once the garment has been removed the wearer can doff the respiratory face piece and harness INTERFACEISSUES The ...

Page 18: ...ontaminated before doffing Additional cleaning decontamination a full visual inspection and a pressure test are required before a garment may be reused 1 Leave the hot zone with adequate air supply for decontamination and removal of the garment The wearer should continue to wear the respirator until the garment has been completely doffed and removed from the area 2 If the garment has been exposed ...

Page 19: ...evel of contamination involved Contaminated garments should be discarded Contaminated garments are not suitable for training purposes Maintenance and Cleaning No reactive or corrosive decontamination solutions should be used with this garment Only water and mild household dishwashing liquid should be used as decontamination liquids Only garments that have been thoroughly cleaned and dried may be c...

Page 20: ...ot use hot air or a tumbling air dryer to dry this garment Hang the garment in a cool dry area to ensure proper drying of the garment RETIREMENTCONSIDERATIONS Retired garments that are not contaminated may be labeled and used For Train ing Use Only The labeling should be done with a permanent marker caution It is recommended this garment be retired from service if any of the following criteria are...

Page 21: ...ect garments may result in serious injury or death to the wearer Never wear garments that have not been fully inspected prior to use Any garment which does not pass the visual inspection should be removed from service immediately Kappler warrants for a period of 90 days after the delivery of a DuraChem 500 garment that the garment is free from defects in materials and workman ship when used in acc...

Page 22: ...per care of this product as described in this care and use manual and are responsible for all loss or damages from use or handling which results from conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer DuraChem 500 is a Kappler registered trademark APPENDIXA TECHNICALDATAPACKAGE NFPA1994CLASS1AND2PERFORMANCEDATA Available on request from Kappler SIZINGINFORMATION Sizes available XS SM MD LG XL 2X 3X...

Page 23: ...rated sock bootie of DuraChem 500 material The user must wear separate outer safety boots Physical Foot Protection The OnGuard HazMax 87012 or Tingley 82330 boot must be worn over the integrated bootie for compliance to NFPA 1990 1994 2022 The OnGuard HazMax 87012 is one piece injection molded with anti slip resis tance and steel toe steel shank and steel midsole Polyester lining Men sizes 6 15 Gr...

Page 24: ...ATERIALSEAMTYPESANDCOMPOSITION Seam Material Garment The seam is made using a single needle lock stitch seam The sewing thread is Nylon The tapes are composed of a chemical barrier film that is heat sealed over the inside seam Seam Material Interface Material The visor is sewn to the outside of the garment material The edge of the interface is covered with the same barrier film tape as the garment...

Page 25: ...the same barrier tape used on material seams HEADPROTECTIONACCOMMODATEDWITHTHIS GARMENT The DuraChem 500 ensemble will accommodate Type 1 Class G helmet DURACHEM GLOVESIZINGCHART Glove Size Hand Circumference in Hand Length in Garment Size Option Extra Small 7 6 3 4 XS Small 7 6 3 4 SM MD Medium 8 7 3 16 SM MD Large 9 7 9 16 LG XL X Large 10 8 1 16 LG XL 2X Large 11 8 7 16 2X 3X 4X ...

Page 26: ...formation for DuraChem 500 21 www kappler com APPENDIXB GARMENTSIZINGCHART Please Note This chart is based on individuals wearing S C B A safety helmet and suggested underclothing see Recommended Undergarments ...

Page 27: ...User Information for DuraChem 500 22 www kappler com APPENDIXC DURACHEM 500NSPECTIONLOG Serial DATE INSPECTOR REMARKS TEST RESULTS ...

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