APOLLO LOW PRESSURE SUPPLIED-AIR RESPIRATOR
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HELMET MODEL 20
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Manual No. 21991
7.2.3
The helmet suspension is very important for
maintaining maximum head and respiratory protection. It
must be inspected for fit and wear on a daily basis, and
replaced immediately at the first sign of wear. . Refer to
Section 9.6 for suspension replacement.
NOTE: Refer to Section 6.1 for adjustment of the
alternate web suspension with sweatband.
7.2.4
The inner collar is very important for controlling
air escape from the helmet and preventing ingress of
dust. The elastic collar should fit snugly around the
user’s neck. Replace the cape when the collar no longer
fits snugly around the neck.
7.2.5
The outer cape provides protection from
rebounding abrasive and from abrasive ingress into the
helmet. Inspect the outer cape frequently for wear.
Replace the cape before holes appear, or any wear
occurs that prevents the cape from providing the
protection for which it is intended.
7.3
Cleaning and Disinfecting
Cleaning and disinfecting must be done in compliance
with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134 (h)(1).
Refer to Section 8.0 for cleaning instructions.
7.3.1
A respirator issued for the exclusive use of an
employee shall be cleaned and disinfected as often as
necessary to be maintained in a sanitary condition.
7.3.2
Shared respirators must be cleaned and
disinfected before being worn by different individuals.
7.4
Repairs (Service Maintenance)
Repairs must be done in compliance with OSHA
Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134 (h)(4).
7.4.1
The employer shall ensure that respirators that
fail an inspection or are otherwise found to be defective
are removed from service, adjusted, repaired or
discarded in accordance with the following procedures:
7.4.2
Adjustments and repairs must be made only by
appropriately-trained persons, and only with genuine
Clemco NIOSH-approved parts designed for the
respirator. No attempt shall be made to substitute
components or to make adjustment or repairs beyond
the manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to Section.
9.0 for service instructions.
7.5 Storage
Storage of the respirator must be done in compliance
with OSHA Regulation 29 CFR 1910.134 (h)(2).
7.5.1 Daily
Storage
7.5.1.1
When the respirator is not in use, it must be
stored in a clean, dry area. Hang the respirator by the
handle. Do not tuck the cape inside the helmet. Let the
cape hang loose to allow air to circulate, and
condensation on the cape and inside the helmet to dry.
7.5.2 Long-term
Storage
7.5.2.1
After inspection, cleaning, and thorough drying,
and after necessary repairs are made, the cape should
be tucked inside the helmet. The respirator shall be
placed in a plastic bag and the bag sealed to keep out
dust and moisture. Place the bag in a clearly-marked
carton and store it in a clean, dry place.
8.0
CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
NOTE: Unless otherwise stated all cleaning and
disinfecting should be done in accordance to OSHA
Regulation 29 CFR-134 App. B-2.
CAUTION
Follow washing instructions as described in
this section. Do not use any caustic chemicals
or solvents that may be irritating or harmful to
the user, or which change the properties of the
materials used in any part of the respirator.
8.1 Outer
Cape
8.1.1
Refer to Section 9.5 for removal and installation
instructions.
8.1.2
Machine wash in warm water with mild
detergent. Dry in a clothes dryer at the lowest
temperature setting. Do not dry clean.
8.2
Suspensions and Chin Strap
8.2.1
Standard Padded Suspension
8.2.1.1
Refer to Section 9.6.1 for removing and
replacing padded suspension.
