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- Page 1 User Information for Zytron and Frontline ® ® Level A Vapor Protective Garments RM 00861 Rev: 07-2024...
- Page 2 THIS INFORMATION PACKET MAY NOT 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 www.kappler.com 24-KAP-143...
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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 Decontamination before Reuse ..................... 19 Cleaning ............................ 19 Retirement Considerations ....................20 Disposal............................20 Warranty Information ........................21 APPENDIX A – Glove Sizing Chart ..................22 APPENDIX B – Garment Sizing Chart .................22 APPENDIX C – Kappler Inspection Test Log ..............23...
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Page 5: 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 6: Warnings And Limitations
Separate full-face respiratory protection such as a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), an external breathing air supply (airline system) with escape bottle or a re-breather system certified by NIOSH. Separate foot and lower leg protection such as chemical protective boots. www.kappler.com... -
Page 7: 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 ● Dizziness ● Numbness ● www.kappler.com... -
Page 8: 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 9: 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 will provide free swatches of primary garment materials for testing and help arrange to have these tests performed. -
Page 10: Supplied Airline Applications
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: Communications
FULL VISUAL INSPECTION To perform a full visual inspection: Choose a clean, dry area that is free of potential sources of snags, tears ● and punctures. Mark suspected defects with colored adhesive tape. Check the visor for scratches or flaws. ● www.kappler.com... - Page 12 Do not pull at an angle, but in a straight line with thumb placed on slider to assist movement. If resistance is encountered during opening or closing, do not try to force, but reverse direction and inspect zipper teeth (elements) for www.kappler.com...
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Page 13: Pressure Testing The Garment
Method for Pressure Testing Vapor Protective Ensembles”. A copy of the standard may be obtained for a fee from ASTM International (www.ASTM.org). The Kappler Pressure Test Kit used for pressure testing will contain either an airline supply, self-contained blower or both. For training purposes, a video of the pressure testing procedure is available at www.kappler.com. - Page 14 8. After four (4) minutes, read the air pressure gauge. If the pressure has not dropped below 3.2 inches water column, the garment has passed. Note: A pressure reading of 3.2 inches of water column is equivalent to a 20% drop in pressure allowed by the ASTM standard. www.kappler.com...
- Page 15 5.0 inches water column and spray a soapy water solution at vari- ous points over the garment to locate leaks. For additional information, contact Kappler. 10. After completion of the pressure test, remove the test kit adapters by twisting counter-clockwise and releasing from valves.
- Page 16 ● If resistance is encountered during opening or closing, do not try to force, but reverse direction and inspect zipper teeth (elements) for damage. For additional information and a video on zipper care and maintenance, go to www.kappler.com\resources tab. www.kappler.com...
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Page 17: Returning The Garment
STORAGE LIFE AND STORAGE CONDITIONS Storage Life Kappler’s Zytron® 500 and Frontline® 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... -
Page 18: Visor Antifog Treatment
User Information for Gas-Tight/Vapor Protection VISOR ANTIFOG TREATMENT Kappler vapor protective totally encapsulated garments are now available with a permanently attached layer insider the PVC visor which reduces condensation (fogging). The antifog treatment is permanent and is not designed to be replenished or replaced. -
Page 19: Sizing Considerations
5. Visually check size and condition of outer boots and place nearby donning location. 6. Open garment zipper closure completely, ensuring slider is fully open to the stop before donning. 7. Read garment size label to assure proper fit. www.kappler.com... - Page 20 If resistance is encountered during opening or closing, do not try to force, but reverse direction and inspect zipper teeth (elements) for potential damage. After checking that the zipper is completely closed, the storm flaps should be closed and sealed over the zipper. www.kappler.com...
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Page 21: Doffing The Garment
DECONTAMINATION AND CLEANING OF CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATION Decontamination Solutions Do not use any oxidative, corrosive or reactive decontamination solutions with this garment. The only decontamination solutions to use with this garment are water and mild, household dishwashing liquid. www.kappler.com... -
Page 22: Field Decontamination
This garment is designed for multiple use, single exposure. It is priced to make disposal after use economically justified when the effectiveness of decontamination is in question. This garment is not designed for multiple exposures and multiple decontaminations. www.kappler.com... -
Page 23: Decontamination Before Reuse
Do not use any oxidative, corrosive or reactive decontamination solutions with this garment. Do not dry- clean this garment. Do not use hot air or a tumbling air dryer to dry this garment. Make sure no zipper separations occur during cleaning. www.kappler.com... -
Page 24: Retirement Considerations
Use Only”. The labeling should be done with a permanent marker. DISPOSAL This garment may be safely disposed of in a facility capable of handling plastic items containing polyolefin, polyester and vinyl plastics. Severely contaminated garments may need to be treated as, and disposed of as, hazardous wastes. www.kappler.com... -
Page 25: Warranty Information
Any garment which does not pass the visual inspection or pressure test should be removed from service immediately. Kappler warrants for a period of 90 days after the delivery of a Zytron® or Frontline® 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 26: Appendix A - Glove Sizing Chart
Small Medium 7-3/16 Medium Large 7-9/16 LG/XL X-Large 8-1/16 LG/XL 2X-Large 8-7/16 2X/3X, 4X, 5X 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 - Kappler Inspection Test Log
User Information for Gas-Tight/Vapor Protection APPENDIX C - KAPPLER INSPECTION TEST LOG Serial # DATE INSPECTOR REMARKS TEST RESULTS www.kappler.com...
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