OBERON USER GUIDE
Arc Flash Suit Care & Use
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TCG Series | Rev 2
Remember:
Always perform an arc flash risk assessment to determine the potential arc flash incident energy
exposure level. Only use arc flash PPE with an arc rating (ATPV or E
BT
) that is equal to or greater
than your potential arc flash incident energy level.
Compliance:
Oberon arc flash PPE is compliant with every applicable Standard necessary as per NFPA 70E and
CSA Z462.
This includes:
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ASTM F2178, Standard Test Method for Determining the Arc rating of Face Protective Products
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ANSI Z87.1, Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection.
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ASTM F1506, Standard Performance Specification for Textile Material for Wearing Apparel for
Use by Electrical Workers Exposed to Momentary Electric Arc and Related Thermal Hazards.
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ASTM F1959, Standard Test Method for Determining the Arc Rating of Materials for Clothing.
Arc Flash Suit Hood Specification:
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Clear “True Color Grey” (TCG) hood shield window.
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Nomex thread on all seams and embroidery on the outside to identify the protection level and
TCG Series.
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Hood shield window made of polycarbonate material providing high impact and high mass
protection for maximum protection from shrapnel, projectiles and flying debris. ANSI Z87.1+
Certified.
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Anti-scratch coating on the outside of the shield window.
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Anti-fog coating on the inside of the shield window. Anti-fog coating must be activated before
each use. See instructions below.
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Hanging loop on the top of the hood.
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Optional hood ventilation system (HVS) for fresh air to optimize worker comfort. External
components constructed of FR plastic to prevent component ignition in the event of an arc flash
accident.
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Optional LED head lamp for task lighting necessary in most work tasks.
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Oberon brand CSA Z94.1 certified Type 1 Class E hard hat with ratchet head suspension is
included with all standard TCG Series hoods. Alternative adapters are available and might have
been supplied. Adapters must match the hard hat otherwise they will not fit and/or break.
Arc Flash Suit Coat & Bib-Overall Specification:
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Nomex thread embroidery on the outside to identify the protection level and TCG Series.
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High visibility stripping on the arms and legs provide enhanced visibility in low light and helps
rescue personnel identify a worker following an arc flash incident.
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Compliant label includes:
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