SCOTT EZ Flo + and EZ Flo II + CBRN Regulators
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1. if exces sive dirt or soil is present to forward the regulator to SCOTT authorized personnel for thorough cleaning ae ak oe aie a RECOMMENDATIONS SCOTT Operating and Maintenance Instructions provided with each SCBA recommend Respirators in regular use must be inspected at the start of each use period and during cleaning after each use Respirators maintained for emergency use must be inspected at least monthly or as frequently as required to assure the respirator will function properly when required SCOTT is recommending users have their CBRN SCBA s inspected and tested annually to ensure proper operation This recommendation is in addition to the routine daily weekly monthly inspections recommended in the User Manual and is consistent with the recom mendations in NFPA 1852 Standard on Selection Care and Maintenance of Open Circuit Self Contained Breathing Apparatus SCBA SCOTT is separately notifying its authorized service centers that during this annual pro cedure the CBRN regulators be partially disassembled cleaned thoroughly inspected reassembled and tested to make sure the performance of the SCBA meets SCOTT speci fications and instructions If you have any problems with the regulator such as improper release of the air saver switch or sensing the outside atmosphere through the regulator put the SCBA aside and do not use it Tag it out for maintenance by a SCOTT Authorized Service Center If you have any2. questions contact your SCOTT Authorized Service Center or SCOTT Technical Service at 1 800 247 7257 Page 3 of 4 H S 6691 H S 6691 tyca HEALTH amp SAFETY Health amp Safety Products Monroe Corporate Center PO Box 569 Monroe NC 28111 Telephone 1 800 247 7257 FAX 704 291 8330 www scotthealthsafety com Copyright 2008 SCOTT All Rights Reserved Page 4 of 4
3. CLEAN DRY BREATHING AIR OF 30 PSIG MAXIMUM DO NOT USE SHOP AIR OR ANY OTHER AIR CONTAINING LUBRICANTS OR MOISTURE G 9 H S 6691 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 Perform REGULATOR CHECK as detailed below Page 2 of 4 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 THE USE INSTRUCTIONS Check to make sure the respirator cylinder is at least 1 4 full Verify that the donning air saver switch is fully depressed Close the purge knob Reattach the regulator to the respirator if removed for cleaning Slowly open the cylinder valve at least one 1 full turn 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 7 of PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR section and re peat the REGULATOR CHECK In step 3 of the CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR instructions above SCOTT instructs the user to inspect the interior of the regulator assembly and
4. HE 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 2 Remove the breathing regulator from the facepiece by pulling back on the locking clip and rotating the regulator 1 4 turn clockwise Remove any obvious dirt from the external surfaces of the regulator using SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner with a sponge or soft cloth 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 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 WET ALL AREAS WITHIN CIRCLE FIGURE 3 Cleaning the Regulator REGULATOR OPENING Follow the user instructions for the SCOTT recommended cleaner A specific contact time may be required for sanitizing or disinfecting before rinsing Rinse the regulator with drinking water using a spray bottle or gently running tap wa ter Shake excess water out of regulator Completely air dry the regulator before use NOTE TO SPEED DRYING OF THE REGULATOR GENTLY BLOW DRY WITH
5. TECHNICAL BULLETIN 4 SCOT HEALTH amp IIT Important User Notice Concerning SCOTT EZ Flo and EZ Flo Il CBRN Regulators DATE February 19 2008 TO All Users of SCOTT EZ Flo CBRN Regulators Carefully review this entire notice before taking action Some users of EZ Flo and EZ Flo Il CBRN regulators have reported sticking of the diaphragm Investigation has de termined that build up of dirt and debris causes this condition Sticking of the diaphragm may expose the user to the atmosphere the respirator was intended to protect against Proper cleaning and maintenance procedures will limit buildup of foreign matter in the regulator and prevent sticking of the diaphragm The CBRN Self Contained Breathing Apparatus SCBA is intended to protect the user s respiratory system from chemical biological radiological and nuclear contaminants To ensure the proper operation of the SCBA routine regular maintenance is critical to proper function of the unit One key element of the maintenance program is proper cleaning of the regulator FIGURES 1 and 2 show the EZ Flo and EZ Flo II CBRN regulators easily identified because of their orange cover label FIGURE 1 EZFlo CBRN Regulator FIGURE 2 EZFlo Il CBRN Regulator SCOTT includes information on the CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR and REGULATOR CHECK in its user instructions Those instructions are reproduced on the following pages Page 1 of 4 H S 6691 CLEANING T
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