HP Clemco 60 User's Manual
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1. 9 1 6 To maximize the wear life of the inner lens do not remove the last perforated outer lens See Section 9 2 The respirator must never be used without the inner lens in place 9 2 Replacing Perforated Outer Lenses Figure 4 9 2 1 Uptofive outer lenses can be installed at one time For maximum visibility install only enough lenses to last during a work period Page 11 Locating Tabs Perforated Outer Lens Lens Pull Tab Window Frame Inner Lens Lens Replacement Inner Lens Gasket Figure 4 9 2 2 Preparing lenses in the following manner will permit lenses to be pulled off easily by a user wearing heavy gloves 9 2 3 Place upto five lenses on a clean flat surface Fold up the tab of each lens except the first and last so that the tab of each lens is against the back of the one over it 9 2 4 Unlatch and open the window frame and remove all remnants of old lenses 9 2 5 Pick up the stack of prepared lenses They will be installed with the straight side toward the top of the helmet and the pull tabs toward the hinged end of the window frame See Figure 4 9 2 6 Drop only the top lens tab through the window frame opening at the window frame hinge end The tab of the bottom lens inside lens should not go through the window frame opening Placing the lenses in this manner will prevent unintentional removal of the last perforated lens and prolong the life of the inner lens Allow all the lenses to drop in place betw2. or any wear occurs that prevents the cape from providing the protection for which it is intended 7 3 Cleaning and Disinfecting 7 3 1 Respirators must be cleaned and disinfected as frequently as necessary to ensure that proper protection is provided to the wearer Respirators used by more than one person must be cleaned and disinfected after each use See Section 8 0 for cleaning instructions Reference OSHA Regulations 1910 134 b 5 1910 134 f 3 7 4 Repair Service Maintenance 7 4 1 Replacement or repairs shall be done only by trained persons using genuine Clemco parts designed for the respirator No attempt shall be made to replace com ponents or to make adjustment or repairs beyond the manufacturer s recommendations See Sec 9 0 for ser vice instructions Reference OSHA Regulations 1910 134 f 4 7 5 Storage 7 5 1 Daily Storage 7 5 1 1 When the respirator is notin use it must be stored in a clean dry area Hang the respirator by the strap provided on the top Do not tuck the cape inside the helmet Let the cape hang loose to allow air to circulate to dry condensation from the cape and from inside the helmet 7 5 2 Long term storage 7 5 2 1 After inspection cleaning and thorough drying and after necessary repairs are made the cape should be tucked inside the helmet The respirator shall then be placed in a plastic bag and the bag sealed to keep out dust and moisture Place the bag in a clearly marked
3. CAUTION Caution is used to indicate a potentially hazard ous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR WARNING Warning is used to indicate a potentially haz ardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Danger is used to indicate an imminently haz ardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury 1 3 Respiratory and Health Alerts WARNING TOXIC DUST POISONING Research by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA has discovered potential risks of lead and other heavy metal poisoning to unprotected abrasive blasting operators and other personnel who may be exposed to toxic dust in the abrasive blasting vicinity Toxic dust is pro duced primarily by the removal and breakdown of lead or other heavy metal coatings during abra sive blasting The breakdown of toxic coatings and hazardous abrasive causes the contaminants to become airborne Breathing toxic dust from lead or other heavy metal coatings may cause health and life threatening toxic poisoning and can damage vital organs Breathing hazardous dust produced from silica abrasive may cause delayed life threaten ing respiratory disease such as silicosis Lead is one of several toxic dusts that may be present in an abrasive blasting operation It is imperative that blasting contrac
4. dam age the helmet it will require an extended drying period 8 4 2 Care must be usedto prevent abrasive entry when putting on or removing the respirator and when changing lenses Vacuum the inside of the helmet to remove any abrasive APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR 8 4 3 If the acoustical foam on the inside of the helmet becomes soiled it can be wiped with a damp cloth or pulled off and replaced 8 5 Inner Lens 8 5 1 Inner lenses should be replaced when dirty or scratched however mild detergent and water can be used to clean the inner lens Volatile solutions such as alcohol gasoline or ammonia must not be used to clean this lens Allow the lens to air dry cloth and towels can scratch the lens surface 9 0 SERVICE MAINTENANCE CAUTION Clean the respirator of dust and media before maintenance All maintenance must be done ina clean environment away from dust and media Doing so will help prevent ingress of dust and contaminants 9 1 Replacing Inner Lens 9 1 1 Unlatch and open the window frame 9 1 2 Working from inside the helmet pull up the win dow gasket lip and push the gasket and lens out the front of the window opening 9 1 3 Remove the old lens from the gasket and replace with new lens 9 1 4 Place the new lens and gasket over the window opening From the inside of the helmet work the gasket lip back onto the helmet 9 1 5 Smooth out wrinkles in the gasket on the inside of the helmet
5. haz ards titled Preventing Silicosis and Death From Sandblasting Publication No 92 102 is avail able from Publications Dissemination DSDTT National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health 4676 Columbia Parkway Cincinnati OH 45226 513 533 8287 1 4 Cautions and Limitations 1 4 1 Not for use in atmospheres immediately danger ous to life or health 1 4 2 Do not exceed maximum use concentrations es tablished by regulatory standards 1 4 3 Air line respirators can be used only when the respirators are supplied with respirable air meeting the requirements of CGA G 7 1 for Grade D or higher quality 1 4 4 Use only the pressure ranges and hose lengths specified in the instruction manual 1 4 5 Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death 1 4 6 All approved respirators shall be selected fitted used and maintained in accordance with MSHA OSHA and other applicable regulations 1 4 7 Never substitute modify add or omit parts Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as speci fied by the manufacturer 1 4 8 Refer to users instructions and or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these respirators 1 5 Special Use Limitations Page 3 1 5 1 Air pressure at the point of attachment the point of attachment is where the respirator supply hose is connected to the respirable air source must be main tained at pressures between
6. standards D Air line respirators can be used only when the respirators are supplied with respirable air meeting the requirements of CGA G 7 1 Grade D or higher quality E Use only the pressure ranges and hose lengths specified in the user s instructions J Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death M AIl approved respirators shall be selected fitted used and maintained in accordance with MSHA OSHA and other applicable regulations N Never substitute modify add or omit parts Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the manufacturer O Refer to users instructions and or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these respirators S Special or critical users instructions and or specific use limitations apply Refer to instruction manual before donning 1 0 INTRODUCTION 1 1 Scope of manual 1 1 1 This manual covers setup operation mainte nance replacement parts and important warnings for safe operation of the Clemco Apollo 60 HP Supplied Air Respi rator 1 1 2 OSHA requires the employer to establish a com prehensive respiratory protection program per regulations 29 CFR 1910 134 a b and 29 CFR 1926 103 to include the following 1 Program coordination by a designated responsible individual 2 Evaluation of each worker s ability to perform the work while wearing a respirator Periodic training Periodic environment
7. the minimum pressure as shown in the table in Section 4 2 4 and the maximum of 100 psi WARNING Failure to maintain the minimum pressure at the point of attachment may reduce air flow below the minimum flow required by OSHA Reduced air flow may result in ingress of hazardous toxic dust subjecting the user to immediate health and life threatening poisoning and subsequent respi ratory disease 1 5 2 Usenomore than 12 sections of respirator hose to obtain a total maximum length of up to 300 feet as noted in the table in Section 4 2 4 1 5 3 The respirator is designed for specific use in abrasive blasting applications Do not use in other opera tions such as painting or welding 1 6 Protection 1 6 1 Assigned Protection Factor APF The NIOSH recognized assigned protection factor for any Type CE respirator the Apollo respirator is a Type CE respirator is 25 times the permissible exposure limit PEL In other words CE respirators should be used only in atmospheres in which the contaminant level does not exceed 25 times the PEL However based upon the results of independent testing OSHA will treat the Apollo Supplied Air Respirator as having an APF of 1000 times the PELwhen used in lead removal applications 1 6 2 Head The respirator protects the wearer s head and neck from impact and from abrasion caused by re bounding abrasive The respirator meets physical require ments for industrial head protection as stated i
8. CLEMCO SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR MODEL 60 HP O M 10533 MC FILE NUMBER 690 0985 DATE OF ISSUE 09 85 REVISION K 05 15 98 AWARNING Do not proceed with these instructions until you have READ the orange cover of this MANUAL and YOU UNDERSTAND its ace content These cuits ine Zas est WARNINGS are or eet ep a taa included for the health Europeanenak and Safety of the operator and those in the immediate vicinity CLEMCO INDUSTRIES CORP One Cable Car Drive If you are using a Clemco eee oe ee Distributor Parts and Maintenance one Fax 636 239 0788 Guide refer to the orange warnings insert preceding the Index before continuing with the following instructions APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR Clemco Industries Corp Washington Missouri USA 314 239 0300 TYPE C AND CE CONTINUOUS FLOW SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR IS APPROVED ONLY IN THE FOLLOWING CONFIGURATIONS TC Components Alternates PROTECTION Cautions and Limitations 2 10506 Helmet 04440 Flow Regulator 04410 Flow Regulator 04411 Flow Regulator 21422 Cont Flow Conn 04397 Hose 25 Ft 04415 Hose 50 Ft 04398 Hose 100 Ft n gt 19C 130 BCDEJNOS x x X X X X x x 1 PROTECTION SA Supplied air 2 CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS B Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health C Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory
9. NSION 2226 lee ti ae ee 10532 Cape attachment strap 0 eeeeeeeees 10534 Cape with inner collar eceeeeeeees 04435 Breathing tube assembly w molded ends 21550 Washer breathing tube package of 6 04370 Inner Collar kit 08740 Window latch Kit c ccc eeees ee eeeeeeeees 04368 O Ring 864 ID x 1 004 OD 21561 13 q 3 4 5 Figure 6
10. SH approved Clemco respirator hose extension Any 25 foot 50 foot and 100 foot respirator hoses can be added in any combination to produce the maximum total length as noted in the table in Section 4 2 4 4 0 AIR SUPPLY WARNING Air supplied to this respirator system is critical to the safety of the user Read this section carefully Poor quality air will cause serious respiratory injury or death to the user See Toxic Dust Poi soning Warning in Section 1 3 4 1 Air Quality 4 1 1 The quality of air supplied to the respirator is extremely critical to the safety of the user Special care must also be taken to avoid accidental connection to any other gas lines such as oxygen acetylene or nitrogen WARNING Never connect a breathing air line to an air source that has not been tested for gas and particulate contamination The presence of unacceptable levels of carbon monoxide CO or other gases in the breathing air will cause death to the user WARNING Do notuse piston type oil bath compressors for breathing air These compressors could produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide which will cause death to the user 4 1 2 Breathing air used to supply the respirator must be respirable breathing air and contain no less than 19 5 volume percent of oxygen Breathing air shall also meet the requirements for Grade D or higher quality as de scribed in Compressed Gas Association Commodity Speci fication pa
11. ached to the Constant Flow Connector attach the connector to the belt slide This step is not required with alternate air control devices because the Air Control Valve is furnished with a hook on belt clip and belts are attached to Cool Air Tubes and Climate Control Tubes 3 4 Breathing Tube Assembly 3 4 1 Attach the red end of the breathing tube to the threaded air inlet fitting at the back of the helmet 3 4 2 Attach the swivel connector on the black end to the Constant Flow Connector or alternate air control device WARNING The red end of the breathing tube must attach to the helmet and the black end to the Constant Flow Connector or alternate air control valve Failure to properly attach the tube may increase noise levels beyond OSHA limits 3 4 3 Use the strap handle to carry or hang the respira tor Never hold carry or hang the respirator by the breath ing tube Mishandling the respirator in this manner may damage the tube or helmet inlet Any leaks or breaks in the breathing tube will alter the air flow through the respirator and affect user s safety and comfort 3 5 Respirator Hose 3 5 1 Use the disconnect adaptor assembly to attach the respirator hose to the Constant Flow Connector or alternate air control device Using the adaptor provided APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR connect the other end of the respirator hose to arespirable air source If longer hose is required it must be a NIO
12. al monitoring Respirator fit testing Maintenance inspection cleaning and storage of the respirators 7 Selection of the proper NIOSH approved respirator Dore OO 1 1 3 For safe use of the respirator it is essential that the user be properly instructed in its use and maintenance This manual must be made available to all users of the respirator Reference OSHA Regulations 1910 134 Read the entire manual before installing or operating the equip ment 1 1 4 The respirator must be supplied with respirable air meeting requirements described herein It is the responsi bility of the owner to provide quality breathing air to the respirator and to establish a program to ensure that the respirator is properly used and maintained 1 1 5 The following manuals are available for accesso ries that may be used in conjunction with the Apollo Respirator Description Manual No CAT Cool Air Tube 08956 CCT Climate Control Tube 08850 CPF Particulate Air Filter 04143 ABL 4021 CarbonMonoxide Alarm 21457 1 2 Hazard Alerts 1 2 1 Clemcouses signal words based on ANSI Z535 2 1991 to alert the user of a potentially hazardous situation that may be encountered while operating this equipment ANSI s definitions of the signal words are as follows NOTICE Notice is used to indicate a statement of com pany policy as the message relates directly or indirectly to the safety of personnel or protection of property
13. ant Flow Connector CFC Provides non adjust able volume of supplied air within the cfm range required by OSHA e Air Control Valve ACV Enables the user to adjust the volume of supplied air within the cfm range required by OSHA It is for use in areas where the air temperature is comfortable e Cool Air Tube CAT Used in warm climates to enable the user to adjust supplied air to cooler temperatures e Climate Control Tube CCT Enables the user to adjust supplied air to warmer or cooler temperatures 1 7 3 Low Pressure Conversion Kit This optional ac cessory kit contains parts and instructions to convert the Apollo 60 HP respirator for use with Grade D Com pressed Air to Apollo 60 LP respirator for use with ambient air pump The kit is listed in Section 10 1 General Arrangement of Operator Safety and Comfort Components Breathing Air Source CPF 20 Particulate Filter Figure 1 APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR 2 0 INSPECTION NOTICE A Clemco respirator hose must be used with the Apollo Respirator If one is not available it must be ordered from an authorized distributor of Clemco products Hoses are not included with respirators because blast operators often are assigned personal respirators while using com mon respirator hoses 2 1 Component Checklist 2 1 1 Make sure that all the respirator components are present Each respirator box shoul
14. carton and Page 10 store it in a clean dry place Reference OSHA Regula tions 1910 134 f 5 8 0 CLEANING CAUTION Follow washing instructions as described in this section Do not use any caustic chemicals or solvents that may be irritating or harmful to the user or which change the properties of the mate rials used in any part of the respirator 8 1 Outer Cape 8 1 1 The cape can be machine washed using warm water and mild detergent Dry in a clothes dryer at the lowest temperature setting Do not dry clean See Section 9 4 for removal and installation instructions 8 2 Inner Collar 8 2 1 The removable inner collar should be frequently washed to remove build up of dirt that accumulates from normal perspiration and air moisture For general hygiene daily washing is recommended 8 2 2 The inner collar may be either washed or replaced separately or with the outer cape To wash separately unzip the collar and machine wash with warm water and mild detergent Tumble dry in a clothes dryer at the lowest temperature setting Do not dry clean 8 3 Sweatband and Suspension 8 3 1 The sweatband suspension suspension strap and chin strap should be washed using warm water and mild detergent See Section 6 2 for removing the suspen sion 8 4 Helmet Assembly 8 4 1 The helmet assembly should be wiped clean with mild detergent and water DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEL MET IN WATER While this does not permanently
15. d contain the following e Helmet with chin strap suspension and cape attached e Breathing tube assembly One of the following air control devices with belt Constant Flow Connector Air Control Valve Cool Air Tube Climate Control Tube e Disconnect adaptor assembly NOTE Respirator hose one or more alternate hoses must be ordered separately 2 1 2 When all of these components are present pre pare the respirator for operation per Section 3 0 3 0 PREPARATION 3 1 Adjust Helmet Suspension per Section 6 2 3 2 Lens Assembly WARNING Never use the respirator without the fixed inner lens and perforated outer lenses in place The fixed lens provides support for the window gas ket If the gasket is not adequately supported leaks can occur which could permit entry of toxic and hazardous dust or abrasive into the helmet Page 5 3 2 1 The lens system is an important part of the respi rator assembly The helmet is supplied with an inner lens secured by a thick rubber gasket Held in place on top of the inner lens by the window frame are up to five perforated outer lenses 3 2 2 Check thatthe inner lens is in place See Section 9 1 3 2 3 The perforated outer lenses are secured to the helmet by the window frame As one lens becomes frosted during blasting it can be torn off to expose the next lens Check that the perforated outer lenses are in place See Section 9 2 3 3 Belt 3 3 1 Using the spring clip att
16. e headband slots Slide the headband tongue through the front holder until the desired head size is reached It is important that the adjustment be made evenly on both sides Press the selected slots firmly onto the lugs on the front band Page 9 6 2 5 Fasten the vinyl sweatband onto the buttons of the suspension 6 2 6 Install the suspension strap before installing the suspension Insert the yellow end tabs into the clefts on the helmet shell When correctly installed the strap is between the suspension and helmet shell and above the ears 6 2 7 Install the suspension by inserting the four white plastic tabs into the clefts on the shell The tabs must fully seat in their respective locators 6 2 8 Try the helmet on for fit and readjust if necessary 6 2 9 Check thatthe chin strap is in place then reattach the cape onto the helmet following the instructions in Section 9 4 7 0 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 7 1 Basic Service 7 1 1 A program for maintenance and care of the respi rator must be established based on application working conditions and hazards involved and include the follow ing basic service e Inspection for defects including a leak check e Cleaning and disinfecting e Repair service maintenance e Storage Equipment must be properly maintained to retain its origi nal effectiveness Reference OSHA Regulations 1910 134 f 7 2 Inspection 7 2 1 Inspect respirators before and after each use Inspection s
17. e of carbon monoxide in Grade D breathing air is 10 parts per million ppm 4 2 Air Volume and Pressure 4 2 1 A pressure regulator and gauge must be installed at the point where the respirator hose is attached to the air source The Clemco CPF Filter with regulator meets this requirement if the inlet pressure does not exceed 125 psi See typical installation Figure 1 Do not connect the Apollo Respirator or CPF Filter or any other regulator or filter to bottled air that does not have a pressure reducing valve that reduces pressure to maximum of 125 psi 65 to 100 psi for the respirator only Failure to comply with this warning will cause devices rated at lower pressures to explode under the high pres sure of bottled air Such an explosion could cause severe injury or death 4 2 2 The respirator must be supplied with 15 cfm cubic feet per minute of Grade D breathing air at 65 to 100 psi pounds per square inch When using an alternate Cool Air Tube or Climate Control Tube the respirator must be supplied with 20 cfm of Grade D breathing air at 90 to 100 psi 4 2 3 The pressure regulator must be adjusted to 65 to 100 psi Refer to the table in Section 4 2 4 to determine the minimum pressure based on the total length of respirator hose and choice of air control device Adjust the pressure with the respirator hose and respirator attached If the regulator is adjusted with static pressure no air flow pressure may drop below t
18. ed as de scribed herein Improper use of any respirator may cause life threatening respiratory disease and immediate poisoning from toxic dust Respi rators should be removed only after the ambient air has been tested with a dust monitor and found to be safe to breathe Toxic dust poisoning may also occur by eating drinking or smoking in a contaminated area or by eating drinking or smoking in a non hazard ous area before thorough washing of hands and face Do not eat drink or smoke in the blast area Thoroughly wash hands and face to remove con taminants before eating drinking or smoking outside the blast area Page 2 APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR This manual does not contain all the health and safety requirements regarding toxic and hazard ous dust exposure Obtain copies of the OSHA regulations and consult a safety professional and or industrial hygienist for complete require ments Within this manual we refer to hazardous or con taminated environments These environments can be any place around the blast area that could contain toxic or hazardous dust If these warnings are not completely understood or if further information is required contact a local OSHA office If any personnel in the abra sive blasting vicinity cannot read or comprehend these warnings and the entire content of this instructional material assign a qualified person to instruct them Additional information on abrasive blasting
19. een the locating lugs on the window frame The lens perforations should line up close to the window frame opening when the frame is closed and latched 9 3 Suspension 9 3 1 To replace and adjust suspension see Section 6 2 9 4 Outer Cape 9 4 1 When the cape becomes soiled or requires re placement it can easily be removed as follows APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR 9 4 2 Separate the Velcro tabs on the back of the cape See Figure 5 Air Inlet Fitting Cape Removal Velcro Tab Figure 5 9 4 3 Slide the ends of the cape to the notch Continue sliding one end of the cape out of the groove until the entire cape is detached from the helmet 9 4 4 Toinstall the cape separate the Velcro tabs on the cape and slide one end into the groove on the bottom edge of the cape attachment strap at the point where the groove is notched Continue sliding the cape around the bottom of the helmet until the entire cape is completely into the groove NOTE Spraying a non toxic silicone base lubri cant into the groove will reduce friction and ease assem bly 9 4 5 Join the Velcro tabs at the notch 9 5 Inner Collar 9 5 1 The inner collar is a very important factor in controlling air escape from the helmet and preventing ingress of dust 9 5 2 The elastic properties of the collar are intended to provide a snug fit on the user s neck The inner collar must be replaced before it is stretched to the point where it no long
20. er fits snug against the neck The collar unzips from the outer cape for replacement or washing See Section 8 2 for cleaning instructions 9 6 Window Frame 9 6 1 The window frame must be replaced when it becomes difficult to maintain a seal or to keep the latch Page 12 closed When replacing the window frame the acoustical foam inside the helmet should also be replaced 9 7 Chin Strap 9 7 1 Replace the chin strap when worn 9 8 Filter Kit 9 8 1 A filter kit is available for the alternate Air Control Valve When the foam filter becomes soiled or deterio rates pry out the retaining ring with a small screwdriver Remove the screen and dirty filter Replace all three items with parts supplied in the kit EY 10 0 REPLACEMENT PARTS 10 1 Supplied Air Respirator Systems and Alternate Accessories Respirators do not include alternate respirator hoses shown in Section 10 2 Respirator hose must be ordered separately Item Description Stock No Apollo 60 HP Respirator w constant flow connector 21300 Apollo 60 HP Respirator w air Control ValV cccceeeeteeeeees 10505 Apollo 60 HP Respirator w cool air tube 2 2 0 ceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 10508 Apollo 60 HP Respirator w climate control tube ee 10509 Air control valve with belt 04440 Cool air tube with belt cceeeeeeeees 04410 Climate control tube with belt 04411 Filter ki
21. hall include a check for tightness of connec tions and the condition of the lenses suspension cape and elastic parts breathing tube respirator hoses and connectors Constant Flow Connector or alternate air con trol valve or temperature control valve Reference OSHA Regulations 1910 134 f 2 7 2 2 The respirator hoses breathing tube air entry ports and fittings must be checked for dust contamination and cleaned before making connections 7 2 3 The helmet suspension is a very important com ponent for maintaining maximum hard hat and respiratory protection It must be inspected for fit and wear on a daily basis and replaced immediately at the first sign of wear See Section 6 2 APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR 7 2 4 Periodically inspect and clean the foam filter and screen in the alternate air control valve Replace the foam filter at first sign of blockage or deterioration See Section 9 8 7 2 5 The inner collar is a very important factor in controlling air escape from the helmet and preventing ingress of dust The elastic properties of the collar are intended to provide a snug fit on the user s neck The collar must be replaced before it is stretched to the point where it no longer fits snugly around the neck 7 2 6 The outer cape provides protection from rebound ing abrasive and from abrasive ingress into the helmet Inspect the outer cape frequently for wear Replace the cape before holes are worn through
22. he required pressure when the respirator is connected and may result in low air flow Setting the pressure as instructed will provide a minimum of 7 cfm to the respirator 4 2 4 Use the table below to determine the minimum pressure setting and maximum respirator hose length based on the air control device as shown in Section 1 7 2 Page 7 Hose Minimum Pressure Setting psi Length CFC ACV CCT CAT 25 ft 65 85 90 90 50 ft 65 85 90 90 75ft 65 85 90 90 100 ft 65 85 95 95 125 ft 70 90 95 95 150 ft 70 90 100 100 175 ft 70 90 100 100 200 ft 70 90 100 100 225 ft 75 95 j 250 ft 75 95 i i 275 ft 75 95 i i 300 ft 75 95 ii i Do not use these control devices at distances greater than 200 ft WARNING The compressor must provide adequate output and the plumbing between the compressor and the point of attaching the respirator hose must have sufficient capacity to supply the volume of air at the pressure required as stated in Section 4 2 2 Restricted air flow will cause discomfort to the user and may result in ingress of hazardous and toxic dust subjecting the user to health and life threatening toxic poisoning and long term respiratory disease and death 5 0 OPERATION WARNING With the respirator on leave the blast area immediately if any of the following conditions occur Any part of the respirator system becomes damaged Any air monitoring alar
23. ile wearing the supplied air respirator The valve provides a range of 7 to 10 cfm of breathing air when it is supplied with respirable air as noted in Section 4 0 To regulate the air supply pull down and turn the large sleeve on the lower end of the valve in the desired direction to increase or decrease the air flow as needed A soft hissing sound is normal when the air control valve is in operation as some air is allowed to escape underneath the sleeve to prevent the entry of dust into the adjustment mechanism Inlet End bottom of unit Figure 2 APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR 6 2 Helmet Suspension Adjustment and Replacement Figure 3 White Plastic Tabs Suspension Strap Sweatband White Plastic Tabs front Head Band Tongue Headband Size Slots Front Band Button B Lugs Front Holder Figure 3 WARNING The suspension maintains a fixed distance be tween the head and the helmet It is critical that the suspension is properly installed and ad justed as described to provide maximum head protection and comfort 6 2 1 Remove the cape from the helmet per Section 9 4 6 2 2 Remove and discard the old suspension and suspension strap by extracting the plastic tabs from the wedge shaped clefts in the shell 6 2 3 Unfasten the vinyl sweatband from the two lower outside buttons A and B in Figure 3 6 2 4 The suspension fits head sizes 6 5 to 8 Head sizes are marked onth
24. itle 42 CFR Part 84 The NIOSH recog nized assigned protection factor APF for any supplied air respirator equipped with a loose fitting hood or helmet and operated in a continu ous flow mode is 25 based upon the NIOSH Respirator Decision Logic Pub No 87 108 In other words any Type CE respirator should be used only in atmospheres in which the contami nant level does not exceed 25 times the permis sible exposure limit However in its Memoran dum for Regional Administrators dated August 30 1995 OSHA has stated that select individual Type CE continuous flow abrasive blast sup plied air respirator models that pass stringent tests conducted by independent third party test ing laboratories will be granted APF values higher than the NIOSH recognized 25 Clemco contracted with Los Alamos National Laboratory to conduct the independent testing Based upon the results of these tests OSHA will treat the Apollo Sup plied Air Respirator NIOSH Approval TC 19C 130 as having an APF of 1000 times the permis sible exposure limit or 50 000 ug m when used in lead removal applications The employer must provide and maintain appro priate approved respirators in addition to provid ing operator training and employing required work site safety practices To avoid any potential danger of respiratory in jury approved supplied air respirators must be worn at all times in the presence of any type of dust The respirator must be maintain
25. m is activated Airflow into the respirator is reduced or stops Breathing becomes difficult At the first sign of dizziness nausea fever illness or injury Any contamination is noted by taste smell or vision inside the respirator Vision becomes impaired Any irritation is noted APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR 5 1 Prior to operation thoroughly inspect and clean the helmet breathing tube respirator hose air entry ports and fittings of all dust and debris Inspect the helmet suspension and adjust if necessary per Section 6 2 5 2 Start the compressor and open the service valve to pressurize the air supply line 5 3 Check air pressure at the point of attachment Set the pressure between the minimum pressure assigned in Section 4 2 4 and the maximum of 100 psi Pressure must be set with the respirator connected 5 4 Check all safety and breathing equipment used in conjunction with the respirator as recommended by the manufacturer 5 5 Check respirator hoses and connections for tight ness and leaks 5 6 Put the respirator on in a clean non hazardous environment free of contaminants where the air is safe to breathe When putting the respirator on or taking it off keep it upright to prevent dust and abrasive from falling inside 5 7 Position the chin strap so it fits comfortably under the chin 5 8 Position the knit cuff on the inner collar so that it fits snugly around the neck in turtleneck fashion
26. mphlet G 7 1 titled Commodity Specification For Air published by Compressed Gas Association Inc Arlington VA 42 CFR Chapter 1 Page 6 4 1 3 Prior to using the respirator read the owner s manual and all instructions labels and warnings relating to the compressed air source Take special care to abide by all warnings from the compressor manufacturer regard ing compressor use 4 1 4 A breathing air type compressor must be used The compressor must be equipped with necessary safety and monitoring devices plus suitable in line air filters and purifying equipment to assure breathing air quality Refer ence OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910 134 d and 29 CFR 1926 103 f 4 1 5 If an oil lubricated compressor is used it must be equipped with a high temperature alarm or carbon monox ide CO alarm or both If only a high temperature alarm is used the air from the compressor must be tested frequently for the presence of carbon monoxide Refer ence OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910 134 d and29 CFR 1926 103 f 4 1 6 Regardless of the air compressor type precau tions must be taken to prevent contaminants from entering through the compressor intake The compressor inlet must be located away from all sources of toxic contaminants including carbon monoxide which is found in engine exhaust and in any form of combustion No vehicles should be allowed near the compressor intake Contami nants can enter respiratory equipme
27. n ANSI Z89 1 1997 as a Type Class G protective helmet 1 6 3 Face The Apollo 60 inner lens meets impact and penetration requirements under ANSI Z87 1 1989 1 6 4 Eyes Apollo respirators do not provide primary eye protection Wear approved eye protection with the respirator 1 6 5 Hearing Noise generated by the Apollo respirator and measured inside the helmet do not exceed 80 deci APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR bels 42 CFR part 84 140 When any exterior noise causes the internal noise level to exceed 80 decibels the user must wear additional hearing protection A variety of hearing protectors can be worn with the respirator 1 7 Description 1 7 1 The Clemco Apollo 60 Supplied Air Respirator is approved by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH WARNING OSHA NIOSH approval applies only when this supplied air respirator is used as a complete system Do not make any non approved modifi cation deletion or substitution Non approved components voids the NIOSH approval and may permit ingress of toxic and hazardous dust and result in toxic poisoning and respiratory disease Breathing Air Tube Assembly Apollo 60 Supplied Air Respirator Carbon Monoxide Climate Control Respirator Supply Hose Blast Suit Page 4 1 7 2 The respirator comes with one of four air control devices that permit safe comfortable blast cleaning under various conditions e Const
28. nt through the com pressor air inlet This inlet must not be located near any exhaust system outlet ventilation flue or source of fumes or particles of any kind 4 1 7 The precautions described above also apply to portable compressors In addition in the case of engine driven compressors precautions must be taken to prevent engine exhaust gases from entering the air intake of the compressor Compressor engine exhaust should be piped to a location safely downwind from the compressor air intake Compressors vary in design and operation there fore it is important that users carefully read the manufacturer s operation and maintenance instructions before making modifications 4 1 8 An appropriate air filter must be installed and regularly maintained to remove objectionable odors as well as oil mist water pipe scale and other particulate matter Refer to OSHA Regulation 1910 94 6 The Clemco CPF Air Filter complies with the regulation and provides the pressure reducing valve referred to in the regulation 4 1 9 Itis the owner s and user s responsibility to check the air supply This includes the compressor carbon monoxide alarms air filters and shut down devices An overheated compressor or one that is in poor mechanical condition may produce carbon monoxide A carbon APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR monoxide removal or conversion system may also be used to ensure breathing air quality The maximum allowable presenc
29. t air control valve 04381 Low pressure conversion kit Converts Apollo 60 HP high pressure Grade D Compressed Air respirator to LP low pressure ambient air respirator 0 0 22079 APOLLO 60 HP SUPPLIED AIR RESPIRATOR Page 13 11 10 2 Supplied Air Respirator Figure 6 12 13 Item Description Stock No le Constant flow connector HP alternate 14 without belt cceeceessssseeeeeeesnees 21415 15 2 Belt assembly 2 ccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 04430 16 3 Respirator hose 3 8 x 25 ft alternate 17 includes items 6 and 7 008 04397 18 4 Respirator hose 3 8 x 50 ft alternate 19 includes Items 6 and 7 isen 04415 20 5 Respirator hose 3 8 x 100 ft alternate 21 includes items 6 and 7 0 068 04398 22 6 Adaptor 3 8 hose to 3 8 pipe 00 00022 23 7 Union 3 8 hose to 3 8 hose 000 01020 24 8 Disconnect 1 4 female aasan 00025 9 Adaptor 3 8 hose to 1 4 pipe 00 01019 10 Acoustical foam kit sides 0 04369 11 12 15 22 Gasket WINGOW c cccssseseeceeeeseseeeeeenees 04452 Inner lens 040 package of 5 04367 Outer lens 0075 perforated package Of 25 ooo ee aae 04361 Window frame Kit 0 0 eeeeeseeeeeeeeeeneaes 08741 GRIN Sta P yet tecneetesestitiveceeesadieieestedicteess 04460 Handle Strap eeeceeceeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeseeeeeeeees 03623 SUSPE
30. tors identify all material being removed by blasting and obtain material safety data sheets MSDS for the blast ing abrasive prior to blasting Itis the responsibil ity of the employer to identify all airborne con taminants in the blast vicinity and ensure they do not exceed the permissible exposure limit PEL Ref 29 CFR 1910 1000 and 29 CFR 1926 62 Thor ough examinations should be made by an indus trial hygienist or other qualified professional to identify all contaminants generated by blasting and in the blasting vicinity Exposure to dangerous levels of lead or other toxic or hazardous dust is not restricted to blast Operators There may be an equal or greater danger after the blasting process due to lingering airborne dust particles and especially from dust generated during cleanup activity Heavy metal paint asbestos sand or other silica and other toxic material dusts will cause serious lung dis ease or death without the use of properly de signed and maintained NIOSH approved sup plied air respirator equipment by blasting opera tors and all personnel within the work site area Lead poisoning can cause death OSHA has stated that the permissible exposure limit of lead is 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air 50 ug m averaged over an 8 hour workday The Apollo supplied air respirator system is ap proved by NIOSH as a Type CE continuous flow abrasive blast supplied air respirator in accor dance with t
31. without any interference from clothing such as shirt collars When correctly positioned the smaller elastic end of the collar must face up WARNING Correct placement of the inner collar is critical for providing the protection for which the respirator is designed The collar must be positioned and maintained without any interference from items such as hair facial hair or shirt collars between the collar and user s neck 5 9 Pull the cape down to fully extend it and connect the four elastic straps two on each side under the arms and tighten using the slides provided 5 10 Put the belt and control valve on over the cape Buckle the belt around the waist and tighten it by pulling the belt end through the buckle insert Page 8 5 11 When finished blasting and with cleanup remove the respirator in a clean non hazardous environment where the air is safe to breathe WARNING Do not put the respirator on or store it in a blast contaminated environment Do not remove the respirator in a contaminated environment except for emergency evacuation when the use of the respirator hinders escape 6 0 ADJUSTMENTS 6 1 Air Conirol Valve alternate Figure 2 Outlet End top of unit Belt Clip Pull sleeve down and turn to adjust air flow 4 gt Higher Adjustment _ Sleeve 6 1 1 Clemco s Air Control Valve allows the user to increase or decrease the volume of breathing air wh
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