Page 43 of 48 P/N 595279-01 Rev. B 5/14
CLEANING AND STORAGE
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CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR
NOTE
AFTER CLEANING THE REGULATOR, VERIFY THAT ALL MOISTURE
HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE REGULATOR AS DESCRIBED IN THE
REGULATOR CHECK SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION.
1. Remove the breathing regulator from the facepiece by pulling back
on the locking clip and rotating the regulator 1/4 turn clockwise.
2. Remove any obvious dirt from the external surfaces of the regulator
using SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner with a
sponge or soft cloth.
3. Inspect the inside of the regulator assembly through the regulator
opening. See FIGURE 24. If excessive dirt or soil is present, forward
regulator assembly to SCOTT trained authorized personnel for thor-
ough cleaning.
FIGURE 24
4. Depress the donning/air saver
switch, close the purge knob
by turning fully clockwise.
Use the SCOTT recommend-
ed sanitizing or disinfecting
cleaner in the regulator open-
ing and the immediate area
around the opening. See
FIGURE 24. Be sure to cover
internal components com-
pletely.
5. Follow the user instructions
for the SCOTT recommended
cleaner. A specific contact time
may be required for sanitizing
or disinfecting before rinsing.
6. Rinse the regulator with drink-
ing water using a spray bottle or gently running tap water.
7. Shake excess water out of regulator. Completely air dry the regulator
before use.
NOTE
TO SPEED DRYING OF THE REGULATOR, GENTLY BLOW DRY WITH
CLEAN, DRY BREATHING AIR OF 30 PSIG MAXIMUM. DO NOT USE
SHOP AIR OR ANY OTHER AIR CONTAINING LUBRICANTS OR
MOISTURE.
8. If regulator was disconnected from air supply for cleaning, reconnect
and open purge valve to remove any moisture from regulator spray
bar. Close purge valve.
9. Perform REGULATOR CHECK as described below.
REGULATOR CHECK
NOTE
THIS REGULATOR CHECK IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A COMPLETE
FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF THE RESPIRATOR. BEFORE NEXT USE,
PERFORM A REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION AS DESCRIBED
IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Check to make sure the respirator cylinder is at least 1/4 full.
2. Verify that the donning/air saver switch is fully depressed.
3. Close the purge knob.
4. Reattach the regulator to the respirator, (if removed for cleaning).
5. Slowly open the cylinder valve at least one (1) full turn.
6. If air flow from the regulator is heard, close the cylinder valve, repeat
steps 1, 2 and 3. If air flow is still heard, close the cylinder valve
fully, tag unit for repair and remove from service.
7. Open the purge valve and observe the air flow from the regulator
spray bar. Droplets of water indicate the regulator is not dry. Dry the
regulator according to Step 8 of PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING THE
MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR section and repeat the REGULATOR
CHECK.
WARNING
FOLLOW THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL
INSPECTION PROCEDURE EXACTLY. IF
THE RESPIRATOR DOES NOT OPERATE AS
DESCRIBED OR ANY OTHER OPERATIONAL
MALFUNCTION IS NOTED, DO NOT USE THE
RESPIRATOR. REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE
AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED
PERSONNEL. FAILURE TO PROPERLY
INSPECT THE RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION
OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE
MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT
IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER.
USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER
VALVE.
WET ALL AREAS
WITHIN CIRCLE
REGULATOR
OPENING
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