Cleaning And Disinfecting By Hand - MSA G1 SCBA Operating Manual

Cleaning and Disinfecting by Hand

(1) Prepare a bucket or sink with Confidence Plus
Cleaning Solution as described on the container.
(2) The head harness can be removed to separate cleaning or as
part of the facepiece.
(3) Submerge the facepiece in Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution
for a minimum of 30 seconds. A soft brush or sponge can be
used to clean the soiled facepiece.
(4) Rinse the facepiece and components in clean, warm (110°F
(43°C)) water (preferably running and draining).
(5) Be sure to clean and rinse the pressure-demand exhalation
valve by pressing in on the stem with a blunt object and flushing
it with clean water.
(6) Allow the facepiece to air dry. Do not dry the parts by placing
them near a heater or in direct sunlight.
(7) Operate the exhalation valve by hand to be sure it works prop-
erly.
(8) Perform a tightness test before putting the facepiece back in
service.
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