After Use - Scott Safety GEMINI RFF40 Instructions D'utilisation Et D'entretien

AFTER USE

1. DO NOT remove the facemask until
well clear of the hazard area.
2. The mask must be cleaned after
use. DO NOT use solvent, detergent or
abrasive cleaners that may damage the
mask. After any service procedure the
leak-test described
performed to ensure that the mask is safe
to use.
3. Replace the filter cover. Check that
the filter is not clogged, saturated or time
expired. Filters found to be in this
condition must be renewed.
4. Sponge the
synthetic sponge moistened in a warm
solution of water and TriGene
and sanitise the mask. Take care not to
scratch the visor.
5. Hang the mask by the head
harness away from direct sunlight and
high temperatures until completely dry.
Store carefully to ensure that the visor
cannot become damaged, in a cool,
clean, dry, location, away from direct
sunlight.
6. Perform the leak-test as described
above.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance tasks
performed by trained personnel. Please
contact Scott Safety
information.
Outer Mask and Inner Mask:
During pre and post-use inspections and
at the stipulated maintenance intervals,
inspect for holes, surface damage or
excessive distortion, particularly around
the faceseal area. Replace as necessary.
The inner and outer mask should be
replaced every 5 years, regardless of
condition.
Exhalation Valve:
The exhalation valve should appear as-
new, showing no signs of damage.
Remove and examine the valve for signs
of wear or damage; and replace if
necessary.
above must be
facepiece with a
TM to clean
must only be
for training
If replacement
thoroughly clean the valve in a solution of
warm, soapy water before re-fitting in
position.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use detergent.
Exhalation valves must be replaced at
least annually, regardless of condition.
The valve flap is marked with a code
indicating the year and year quarter of
manufacture (see Fig. 1). The number
stamped on the valve flap is the year of
manufacture. The dot, stamped in the
relevant quadrant, is the quarter of the
year in which manufacture took place.
One dot = January to March, two dots =
April to June, three dots = July to
September and four dots = October to
December.
In the example shown in Fig. 1, the valve
flap was manufactured between October
and December in 2004.
Inhalation Valve Flaps:
Remove and examine the valve flaps for
signs of wear or damage; and replace if
necessary. If
necessary, thoroughly clean the flaps in a
solution of warm, soapy water before re-
fitting in position.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use detergent.
Inhalation valve flaps must be replaced
annually, regardless of condition.
3
GEMINI
is not necessary,
Fig. 1
replacement is not