KAPPLER Zytron 300 User Information

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User Information for

Zytron

300 and 500

Liquid Splash

Protective Garment

Certified Models NFPA 1992 - 2018 Edition

Z3H426 92 • Z3H427 92 • Z3H428 92 • Z3H432 92

Z3H437 92 • Z3H576 92 • Z3H577 92

Z3H579 92 • Z5H577 92 • Z3H452 92

Z3H452 92 5B • Z3H456 92 • Z3H456 92 5B

RM 00893 Rev: 12-2021

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Page 1 User Information for Zytron 300 and 500 ® Liquid Splash Protective Garment Certified Models NFPA 1992 - 2018 Edition Z3H426 92 • Z3H427 92 • Z3H428 92 • Z3H432 92 Z3H437 92 • Z3H576 92 • Z3H577 92 Z3H579 92 • Z5H577 92 • Z3H452 92 Z3H452 92 5B •...
Page 2 BE REMOVED EXCEPT BY THE END USER 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 Zytron 300 and 500 Liquid Splash Protective Garments Certified Models NFPA 1992-2012 Edition 21-KAP-232...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Safety Considerations ......................5 Safety Symbols used in this manual ..................5 Warnings and Limitations ....................... 6 Additional Equipment ��7 Chemical Permeation Data �� 9 Static Electricity �� 9 Avoid Continuous Exposure ��10 Inspection of Garment ......................11 Full Visual Inspection ......................11 Returning the Garment ......................12 Storage ��...
Page 4 Retirement Considerations �� 27 Disposal ............................27 Warranty information ......................28 APPENDIX A - Technical Data Package ................. 29 NFPA 1992 Performance Data ��29 Sizing Information ��29 Garment Material and Component Descriptions ............29 Physical Foot Protection ......................31 Zipper/Closure Type and Material ..................31 Material Seam Types and Composition................33 Exhaust Valve Type and Material ..................34 Type and Style of Head Protection Accommodated with this Garment ....34...
Page 5: Safety Considerations
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in physical injury or damage to the product. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. www.kappler.com...
Page 6: Warnings And Limitations
(SCBA), an external breathing air supply (airline system with garment pass- through) with escape bottle or a re- breather system. NFPA compliant garments must use NIOSH CBRN approved SCBA. Separate foot and lower leg protection such as chemical protective boots. www.kappler.com...
Page 7: Additional Equipment
Persons in doubt about their physical condition should check with a physician before wearing these garments. 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; www.kappler.com...
Page 8 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 9: Chemical Permeation Data
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 testing and help arrange to have these tests performed.
Page 10: Avoid Continuous Exposure
Provide Hearing Protection If noise levels inside the garment exceed regulatory noise levels, hearing protection must be provided. Use hearing protection recommended by a safety professional and which does not interfere with the operation or use of the garment. www.kappler.com...
Page 11: Inspection Of Garment
Mark suspected defects with colored adhesive tape. ► Check the visor for scratches or flaws. ► Visually inspect seams for tape lift or delamination. ► Visually inspect for surface damage or discoloration on ► material, visor, gloves and zipper closure. www.kappler.com...
Page 12: Returning The Garment
In some instances the garment may be returned for inspection and possible replacement. If a garment fails a visual inspection or pressure test, contact Kappler Inc., to authorize the return. Contaminated garments will not be accepted for repair. Discoloration or odors are evidence of contamination.
Page 13: Storage
User Information for Zytron Storage Storage Life Kappler Zytron® 300 garments contain materials for which there is no specific storage life data available. Garments may be used as long as they pass the ASTM F1052 pressure test and pass a full visual inspection.
Page 14: Marking Recommendations And Restrictions
User Information for Zytron MARKING RECOMMENDATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS Ensembles may be marked with the Kappler ChemTape® Kit for identification. Refer to part number 99415. RECOMMENDED UNDERGARMENTS The wearer should consider wearing inherently flame resistant, woven clothing, with full sleeves, and trousers under this garment.
Page 15 13. Don respirator face piece and tighten head straps to secure. 14. Pull hood over the head and secure, ensure proper fit and seal. 15. Slowly close the zipper. After checking that the zipper is completely closed, the flaps should be closed and sealed over the zipper. www.kappler.com...
Page 16: Doffing The Garment (Z3H427 92, Z3H432 92 And Z3H437 92)
5. Once the garment has been removed, the wearer can doff the respiratory face piece. DONNING THE GARMENT (Z3H428 92 AND Z3H426 92) 1. Conduct a brief visual inspection of the garment before beginning donning procedure. a. garment should be free of discoloration, or physical damage www.kappler.com...
Page 17 11. Place other hand in the opposite sleeve. Put on gloves and attach to garment sleeves with ChemTape®. 12. Slowly close the zipper closure. After checking that the closure is completely closed, the storm flaps should be closed and sealed over the zipper closure. Do this by removing the double sided www.kappler.com...
Page 18: Doffing The Garment (Z3H428 92 And Z3H426 92)
4. Lower the garment below the hips and sit down. Have the assistant remove the boots, pull the garment off the legs and remove the garment to a remote location. 5. Once the garment has been removed, the wearer can doff the respiratory face piece. www.kappler.com...
Page 19: Donning The Garment (Z3H576 92, Z3H577 92 And Z5H577 92)
8. Apply anti-fog to inside to visor. 9. Remove shoes. The sock boots on this garment are worn inside outer chemicals boots. These sock boots do not have adequate durability or slip resistance to be worn over footwear as an outer covering. www.kappler.com...
Page 20 18. Have your assistant slowly close the gas-tight zipper closure. After checking that the zipper is completely closed, the storm flaps should be closed and sealed over the zipper closure. www.kappler.com...
Page 21: Doffing The Garment (Z3H576 92, Z3H577 92 And Z5H577 92)
4. Lower the garment below the hips and sit down. Have the assistant remove the boots, pull the garment off the legs and remove the garment to a remote location. 5. Once the garment has been removed, the wearer can doff the respiratory face piece and harness. www.kappler.com...
Page 22: Donning The Garment Z3H579 92
8. Apply anti-fog to inside to visor. 9. Remove shoes. The sock boots on this garment are worn inside outer chemicals boots. These sock boots do not have adequate durability or slip resistance to be worn over footwear as an outer covering. www.kappler.com...
Page 23 19. Have your assistant slowly close the gas-tight zipper closure. After checking that the zipper is completely closed, the storm flaps should be closed and sealed over the zipper closure. www.kappler.com...
Page 24: Doffing The Garment Z3H579 92
5. Once the garment has been removed, the wearer can doff the respiratory face piece and harness. INTERFACE ISSUES The user should ensure respirators, boots and gloves, as applicable, are properly interfaced. Do not use tape to ensure a proper interface between ensemble elements. www.kappler.com...
Page 25: Decontamination And Cleaning Of Chemical And Biological Contamination
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 26: Decontamination Before Reuse
Do not dry-clean this garment. Do not use hot air or a tumbling air dryer to dry this garment. Hang the garment in a cool, dry area to ensure proper drying of the garment. A www.kappler.com...
Page 27: Retirement Considerations
User Information for Zytron Kappler HangAir drying system may also be used for drying purposes. Refer to part number A0HUS. Retirement Considerations Retired garments that are not contaminated may be labeled and used caution It is recommended this garment be retired from service if any of the following criteria are met: •...
Page 28: Warranty Information
Kappler warrants for a period of 90 days, after the delivery of a Zytron® 300 or 500 garment, that the garment is free from defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with the instructions contained in this care and use manual.
Page 29: Appendix A - Technical Data Package
Sizes available: XS, SM/MD, LG/XL, 2X/3X, 4X, 5X See attached chart (Appendix B) GARMENT MATERIAL AND COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS Garment Material The primary garment material is Kappler Zytron® 300 chemical barrier fabric. Garment material for Z5H577 is Zytron 500 fabric. www.kappler.com...
Page 30 The glove is a single layer glove: Best Neoprene Size 10 ■ These gloves have a 100% cotton flock lining, no surface treatments. These gloves are not field replaceable. Glove Material and Assembly (Z3H579 92) No gloves are provided with this garment. www.kappler.com...
Page 31: Physical Foot Protection
The completed closure assembly is located on the front of the garment, oriented from left leg to right side of head, with a 40” length for sizes XS & SMMD and 48” for LG/XL & 2X/3X, 4X & 5X. www.kappler.com...
Page 32 4X & 5X. The outside of the zipper closure is protected by a double flap system composed of garment material. The zipper closure is fastened by a hook/ loop system with the added protection of double side tape (Z3H428 only). www.kappler.com...
Page 33: Material Seam Types And Composition
Garment Material- Visor The visor is sewn to the outside of the garment material. The edge of the visor is covered with the same barrier tape as the garment seams. www.kappler.com...
Page 34: Exhaust Valve Type And Material
The Zytron® 300 or 500 will accommodate Type 1 Class G helmets of ANSI Z89.1. ZYTRON GLOVE SIZING CHART ® Glove Size Hand Circumference Hand Length Garment Size (in) (in) 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, 5X www.kappler.com...
Page 35: Appendix B - Zytron ® Sizing Chart
5'4" 162cm 5'2" 157cm 5'0" 152cm 41kg 50kg 59kg 68kg 77kg 86kg 95kg 104kg 113kg 122kg 131kg 140kg 150kg 159kg Weight 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 36: Appendix C - Zytron ® Inspection Test Log
User Information for Zytron APPENDIX C - ZYTRON INSPECTION TEST LOG ® Serial # DATE INSPECTOR REMARKS TEST RESULTS (Fecha) (Nombre) (Comentarios) (Resultados de la Prueba) www.kappler.com...

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