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- Page 1 User Information for DuraChem® 500 Protective Ensemble for Hazardous Materials Emergencies and CBRN Terrorism Events Certi ed Models NFPA 1990 (1994) – 2022 Edition Class 1 and 2 • D5H457-94 • D5H458-94 RM 31655 REV 01-2023...
- Page 2 Kappler, Inc. P.O. Box 490 | 115 Grimes Drive Guntersville, AL 35976 256-505-4005 Phone 800-600-4019 Toll free 256-505-4151 Fax info@kappler.com User Information for DuraChem 500 Protective Ensemble Certified Models NFPA 1990 (1994) – 2022 Edition Class 1 and 2 22-KAP-113...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Safety Considerations ..........................1 Safety Symbols Used In This Manual ....................1 Warnings and Limitations ........................2 Additional Equipment ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Wearers Must Be Physically Fit ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 Always Use the Buddy System ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 Manage and Prevent Heat Stress ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 4 Chemical Permeation Resistance ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������... - Page 4 Interface Issues ............................12 Decontamination and Cleaning of Chemical and Biological Contamination ......13 Decontamination Solutions ..........................13 Field Decontamination .............................13 Decontamination before Reuse......................14 Maintenance and Cleaning ..........................14 Retirement Considerations ........................15 Disposal ..............................16 Warranty information ..........................16 Appendix A - Technical Data Package ..................... 17 NFPA 1994 Class 2 Performance Data .....................
- Page 5 Head Protection Accommodated with this Garment ..............20 Durachem® Glove Sizing Chart ......................20 Appendix B - Garment Sizing Chart ....................21 Appendix C - DuraChem® 500 Inspection Log ................22...
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Page 6: Safety Considerations
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS It is the user’s responsibility to read, understand and follow the information in this manual and on Kappler’s website, www.kappler.com and all applicable Federal, state and local occupation safety and health statutes. For users outside the United States, please consult national or other applicable personal protective equipment regulations. -
Page 7: Warnings And Limitations
Separate full-face respiratory protection such as a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or an external breathing air supply (airline system with garment pass-through) with escape bottle. NFPA compliant garments must use NIOSH CBRN approved SCBA. Separate foot and lower leg protection such as chemical protective boots. www.kappler.com... -
Page 8: Additional Equipment
If any of the following symptoms develop during use of this garment, immediately leave the hot zone, undergo field decontamination (if exposed), and doff the garment: Fever ● Difficulty breathing ● Nausea ● Excessive tiredness continued ● www.kappler.com... -
Page 9: Always Use The Buddy System
The TLV™ pocket guide from the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH, Cincinnati) provides corrected heat stress limits for totally encapsulating garments. Similar information is available on the federal OSHA website (www.OSHA.gov). www.kappler.com... -
Page 10: Chemical Permeation Resistance
The best course of action is to test the primary garment materials against the specific chemical hazard, at the temperature and in the concentrations to be encountered. Kappler, Inc. will provide free swatches of primary garment materials for testingand help arrange to have these tests performed. -
Page 11: Avoid Continuous Exposure
A vapor-protective garment hampers communication. The use of a personal com- munication system should be considered. Users should also consider the use of hand signals to communicate during training, work, and for emergency situations where respirators and totally encapsulating garments are worn. www.kappler.com... -
Page 12: Inspection Of The Garment
Visually inspect seams for tape lift or de-lamination. ● Visually inspect for surface damage or discoloration on material, ● visor, gloves and closure. Check zipper closure for worn or damaged parts. Run your fingers ● along the zipper length to feel for imperfections or separations. www.kappler.com... -
Page 13: Returning The Garment
STORAGE LIFE AND STORAGE CONDITIONS Storage Life Kappler’s Durachem® 500 garments have a predicted storage life of 10 years from the date of manufacture when stored properly (see Storage Conditions), based on accelerated aging studies. Storage life is defined as the period in which a... -
Page 14: Storage Conditions
CLOSURE LUBRICANTS There are no lubricants recommended for the closure system. MARKING RECOMMENDATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS Ensembles may be marked with Kappler ChemTape. RESPIRATOR CONSIDERATION FOR ENSEMBLES Ensembles must be used with NIOSH CBRN approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). The SCBA tested with this DuraChem® ensemble were: Scott AV 3000 HT Sure Seal, MSA Ultra Elite, MSA GI, Dräger DHR 7000. -
Page 15: Sizing Considerations
4. Check function of respirator and place nearby donning location. 5. Visually check size and condition of outer boots and place nearby donning location. 6. Open garment zipper closure completely. 7. Read garment size label to assure proper fit. www.kappler.com... - Page 16 15. Slowly close the zipper. After checking that the zipper is completely closed, the flaps should be closed and sealed over the zipper. 16. The user should squat down and expel the air inside the garment through the face seal interface 17. For Class 1 applications, don the Nomex®/leather outer glove. www.kappler.com...
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Page 17: Doffing The Garment
The user should ensure respirators, boots and gloves, as applicable, are properly interfaced. There are no special procedures for donning outer boots. caution Ensuring proper seal and fit between the respirator and the face piece and the elastomeric face seal is critical to the overall performance of the ensemble. www.kappler.com... -
Page 18: Decontamination And Cleaning Of Chemical And Biological Contamination
3. If possible, the excess rinse water should be removed from the garment by individuals wearing gloves, liquid-splash protective clothing and respiratory pro- tection. At a minimum, the excess rinse water on and near the closure assembly should be removed with a dry cloth to ensure wearer is not exposed to chemical. www.kappler.com... -
Page 19: Decontamination Before Reuse
No reactive or corrosive decontamination solutions should be used ● with this garment. Only water and mild household dishwashing liquid should be used as ● decontamination liquids. Only garments that have been thoroughly cleaned and dried may be ● considered for use. www.kappler.com... -
Page 20: Retirement Considerations
It is recommended this garment be retired from service if any of the following criteria are met: Garment is abraded, cut, torn, punctured, or otherwise in ● any way breached. Garment has received an exposure to a toxic chemical. ● Zipper has separated or imperfections are noted. ● www.kappler.com... -
Page 21: Disposal
The sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser and all end users and the limit of liability of Kappler for any and all losses, injuries or damages shall be the refund of the purchase price or the replacement or repair of any product found to be defective within 90 days after the product is delivered. -
Page 22: Appendix A - Technical Data Package
DuraChem® 500 is a Kappler registered trademark. APPENDIX A - TECHNICAL DATA PACKAGE NFPA 1994 CLASS 1 AND 2 PERFORMANCE DATA Available on request from Kappler. -
Page 23: Elastometric Interface Material
Polyester lining. Men sizes 6-15. Green. The Tingley Hazproof #82330 is one piece injection molded with anti-slip resis- tance and steel toe, steel shank and steel midsole. No linings or surface treat- ments. Men sizes 7-13. Orange. www.kappler.com... -
Page 24: Zipper/Closure Type And Material
Seam Material - Glove The glove assembly is permanently connected to the sleeve. Seam Material - Footwear The footwear is not attached to the garment material. The protective footwear is worn over the integral sock bootie. www.kappler.com... -
Page 25: Seam Material - Garment Closure
500 ensemble will accommodate Type 1 Class G helmet. ® DURACHEM GLOVE SIZING CHART ® Glove Size Hand Circumference (in) Hand Length (in) Garment Size Option Extra Small 6-3/4 Small 6-3/4 SM/MD Medium 7-3/16 SM/MD Large 7-9/16 LG/XL X-Large 8-1/16 LG/XL 2X-Large 8-7/16 2X/3X, 4X www.kappler.com... -
Page 26: Appendix B - Garment Sizing Chart
User Information for DuraChem® 500 APPENDIX B - GARMENT SIZING CHART Please Note: This chart is based on individuals wearing S.C.B.A., safety helmet and suggested underclothing (see Recommended Undergarments). www.kappler.com... -
Page 27: Appendix C - Durachem® 500 Inspection Log
User Information for DuraChem® 500 APPENDIX C - DURACHEM 500 NSPECTION LOG ® Serial # DATE INSPECTOR REMARKS TEST RESULTS www.kappler.com...