Summary of Contents for OBERON TCG Series
- Page 1 OBERON USER GUIDE Arc Flash Suit Care & Use Oberon’s TCG Series Arc Flash Suits Jim Pollard Canadian Sales Manager Oberon Company (519) 939-3204 jim@oberoncompany.com www.arcflash.com TCG Series | Rev 2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
How to Wear an Arc Flash Suit: ......................6 Instructions on Storage: ........................8 Hood Disassembly Instructions: ......................8 How to Assemble after Washing: ......................8 Laundry Instructions: ..........................9 Cleaning & Repairs: ..........................10 TCG Series | Rev 2... -
Page 3: Oberon Introduction
ASTM F1506 & NFPA 70E/CSA Z462 Standards. It is important to note that Oberon arc flash suits will provide limited or no protection against sound, pressure, projectiles and respiratory hazards which may result from an arc flash incident. -
Page 4: Remember
• Optional LED head lamp for task lighting necessary in most work tasks. • Oberon brand CSA Z94.1 certified Type 1 Class E hard hat with ratchet head suspension is included with all standard TCG Series hoods. Alternative adapters are available and might have been supplied. -
Page 5: Sizing & Selection
• Optional coat harness port allows for a fall protection harness under the arc flash suit. Sizing & Selection: Only wear an arc flash suit that fits you correctly. Use an Oberon Sizing Kit or refer to the Oberon Sizing Chart. -
Page 6: How To Wear An Arc Flash Suit
You need to activate the anti-fog coating before every use. • Consider using a hood ventilation system that circulates air to your breathing zone. Oberon’s system delivers the external air directly down the inside of the hood shield window to reduce fogging in extreme conditions. - Page 7 When doffing (taking off) your arc flash suit follow the above steps in reverse order as follows; 1) Hood, 2) Coat and 3) Bib-Overalls. As you remove each item place it in a storage bag as per the following instructions. TCG Series | Rev 2...
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Page 8: Instructions On Storage
• Use a storage bag or storage locker in a clean, dry environment. Never store with sharp objects, or in dusty areas. Oberon #KITBAG Storage bag is recommended. • To avoid colour fading and loss of strength never store under direct sunlight or other UV light sources (UV-radiation does not affect heat and flame protection). -
Page 9: Laundry Instructions
Follow the provided instructions for how to pre-use inspect the arc flash suit components. Laundry Instructions: NOTE: Always follow the instructions on the care label found inside of your Oberon PPE. Line Dry Tumble... -
Page 10: Cleaning & Repairs
Always follow the label for instructions on how to launder your arc flash suits. If you need fabric repairs such as rips or holes these must only be completed by Oberon. An arc flash suit is highly engineered using multiple layers of fabric so you can’t just sew this yourself. If the shield has been damaged then source a replacement lens. - Page 11 Boosters should only be used in extreme situations and only with reduced mechanism. • Dry cleaning shall only be done by experts. • Before PPE is re-used it shall be completely free of solvents. Therefore the clothing should ventilate for at least one day after being cleaned. TCG Series | Rev 2...