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Cleaning and Disinfecting the SCBA
G1 SCBA 2018 Edition
US
11 Cleaning and Disinfecting the SCBA
WARNING!
Do NOT use cleaning substances that can or might attack any part of the SCBA.
Do NOT use alcohol, which can cause deterioration of rubber parts.
Do NOT use cleaning products that contain hydrocarbons or solvents such as nitro-thinner.
Do NOT use radiant heat such as the sun or radiators to dry cleaned parts.
When a drying cabinet is used, make sure the temperature is not more than 140°F (60°C).
Make sure to rinse components thoroughly. The residue from cleaning agents can cause skin irri-
tation.
Make sure there is no water, moisture, or dampness on or in the facepiece and regulator before
returning the SCBA to service. Any moisture on or in the facepiece or regulator can freeze and
result in a malfunction of the SCBA.
Failure to clean and decontaminate the SCBA correctly after each use can cause overexposure to
contamination and result in illness, disease, or death.
Failure to obey these warnings can result in serious injury or death.
To prevent exposure to possible contamination that may be present after firefighting activities, a desig-
nated person or the user must clean the SCBA after each use. ANSI Z88.5, Practices for Respiratory
Protection for the Fire Service, recommends that users be trained in the cleaning procedure.
MSA recommends the use of Confidence Plus Germicidal Cleaner (P/N 10009971), which cleans and
disinfects components in one operation; retains its germicidal efficiency in hard water to inhibit the
growth of bacteria; and will not deteriorate rubber, plastic, glass, or metal parts. Refer to the label to
prepare the Confidence Plus Germicidal Cleaner.
If the Confidence Plus Germicidal Cleaner is not used, wash components in a mild cleaning solution
and make sure to rinse them thoroughly. Submerge the facepiece in a germicide solution for the
manufacturer's recommended time.
11.1 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Facepiece
WARNING!
Do a negative pressure seal test after every cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance procedure, and
after every exchange of parts.
Failure to obey this warning can result in serious injury or death.
Do NOT use a water hose to clean or decontaminate the facepiece.
(1) Remove the facepiece-mounted regulator from the
facepiece.
NOTE:Because the power supply for the HUD is not part of the
G1 facepiece, it is not affected during facepiece cleaning
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