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H/S 6691
CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR
NOTE
AFTER CLEANING THE REGULATOR, VERIFY THAT ALL MOISTURE HAS BEEN RE-
MOVED 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. If exces-
sive dirt or soil is present, forward regulator assembly to SCOTT trained authorized
personnel for thorough cleaning.
4. Depress the donning/air saver switch, close the purge knob by turning fully clockwise.
Use the SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner in the regulator opening
and the immediate area around the opening (see FIGURE 3). Be sure to cover inter-
nal components completely.
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 drinking water using a spray bottle or gently running tap wa-
ter.
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 detailed below.
FIGURE 3 – Cleaning the Regulator
WET ALL AREAS
WITHIN CIRCLE
REGULATOR
OPENING
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