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INSPECTING THE RESPIRATOR
12 P/N 595360-01 Rev G 202004
Inspecting the Respirator Components
Inspect the respirator before each use and after each cleaning.
Performing a General Inspection
To inspect the respirator
1 Inspect the complete respirator for worn or damaged components.
a Inspect hoses and rubber parts for cracking, splitting, or brittleness.
b Inspect the harness webbing and all elastomeric components for cuts, tears, abrasion, fraying, or indication of
heat or chemical damage.
c Check all buckles and fasteners for proper operation.
d Check the cylinder retention system for damage and for proper operation.
e Verify that the respirator has been properly cleaned.
2 Verify that the shoulder harness assembly and waist pad are firmly attached to the backframe.
a Check that all harness sleeves are firmly fastened.
b Verify that the regulator hose, console cable, and gaugeline are properly routed through the harness sleeves.
3 Inspect the pressure reducer for damage. Verify that the pressure reducer is securely mounted to the
quarter-turn mount on the backframe.
4 Inspect the mask-mounted regulator for damaged or missing components.
a Remove the mask-mounted regulator from the facepiece by pulling back on the regulator latch and rotating
the regulator one-quarter turn.
b Verify that the regulator gasket is in place around the outlet port of the regulator. Inspect the gasket for rips or
damage that may break the seal.
c Verify that the purge valve (red knob) is not damaged and turns smoothly one-half turn from stop to stop.
5 If you have an approved voice amplifier or other communications device, refer to the user instructions provided
with that device for details about maintenance and operational testing. Always confirm that the device has fresh
batteries before use.
WARNING
Clean and inspect the respirator before storing it. Do not store a respirator with worn or damaged
components. Replace worn or damaged components during inspection or remove the respirator from
service and tag it for repair by authorized personnel. Use of a respirator with worn or damaged components
may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Failure to follow these instructions may reduce respirator performance, overexpose you to contaminants,
and may result in injury, sickness, or death.