SuperLite
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6.3.2.1 Mild Soap Solution for
General Cleaning and Leak Detector Use
Maintenance procedures include cleaning with a
general-purpose solution of a mild diluted hand
dishwashing soap such as Joy or Palmolive. Cleaning
solution is prepared by mixing approximately one
teaspoon of soap to 1/2 gallon of warm fresh water.
This solution may also be used as a leak detector
solution. Place all parts and components in a clean
washbasin or sink and immerse in soap solution.
To properly sanitize the demand regulator between
use by different divers, the regulator cover and dia
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phragm must be removed, as well as the oral nasal
mask. These items must be submerged in sanitizing
solution and agitated as directed in the sanitizing
procedure. Use a spray bottle and spray the interior
of the demand regulator with the sanitizing solution,
too. Allow all parts to be wetted for a minimum of 10
minutes before thoroughly rinsing with fresh water.
The microphone and interior of the helmet should
also be wiped down with a clean rag which has been
dampened in sanitizing solution. Follow this after 10
minutes with a clean rag which has been dampened
in fresh water.
Allow parts/components to soak for at least five min
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utes, and then scrub using a nylon brush. Carefully
brush all surfaces, paying close attention to O-ring
grooves and threaded surfaces ensuring all lubricants
are removed. Regardless of the soap used, all com
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ponents must be thoroughly rinsed post cleaning to
remove all traces of soap.
After cleaning, allow the regulator, diaphragm, and
cover to dry before reassembling.
6.3.2.2 Acidic Cleaning Solution and Proce-
dures
Metal parts that have visible corrosion should first
be cleaned using the soap solution scrubbed with a
nylon bristle brush, then soaked in a solution of 50%
white vinegar and water for less than 60 minutes.
They may also be placed in a ultrasonic sink followed
by a light brushing and thorough rinsing with fresh
water and air-dried. If corrosion is such that 50/50
vinegar will not clean components, it will be best to
replace the components.
6.3.2.3 Germicidal Cleaning Solutions and
Procedure
Sanitizing of the oral-nasal mask/regulator of KM
37 is accomplished using one of four approved ger
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micidal cleansing solutions. There are four examples
of solutions shown below, along with the necessary
ordering information and mixing instructions.
In almost all cases, germicidal solutions must be
diluted. See the manufacturer's directions for use.
NOTE: Ensure helmet liner and cushion are
removed prior to sanitizing the oral-nasal mask/
regulator.
1. SaniZide Plus:
P/N: 34805 (spray) or 34810
(gallon)
,
Ready to use; do not dilute.
SAFETEC of America, Inc
1055 E. Delavan Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14215 USA
1-800-456-7077
2. Advance TBE:
P/N: AD160 (spray) or AD1128
(gallon), Infection Control Technology ): Ready to
use.
Infection Control Technology
1751 So. Redwood Rd.
Woodscross, UT 84087 USA
1-800-551-0735
3. Bi-Arrest 2:
P/N: BP201 (4 ounces) or BP 222
(32 ounces), Infection Control Technology. Mix two
pumps of the concentrate with 16 ounces of fresh
water.
Infection Control Technology
1751 So. Redwood Rd.
Woodscross, UT 84087 USA
1-800-551-0735
4. Confidence Plus:
P/N: 10009971 (32 ounces)
Mix one ounce of concentrate with one gallon of
fresh water.
Mine Safety Appliances 1-800-MSA-2222
Sanitizing Procedure:
Unless otherwise directed, use the following proce
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dure to disinfect the oral-nasal mask/regulator:
1) Wet or immerse all components to be sanitized.
Allow components to stay in contact with the solution
for at least 10 minutes.
