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Inspection, Cleaning and
Storage
Bullard's 88VX Series respirators have a limited service
life. Therefore, a regular inspection and replacement
program must be conducted. Certain parts such as capes
and lenses must be replaced frequently.
The 88VX Series respirator and all component parts and
assemblies should be inspected for damage or excessive
wear, before and after each use, to ensure proper
functioning. Immediately remove the respirator from
service and replace parts or assemblies that show any
sign of failure or excessive wear that might reduce the
degree of protection originally provided.
Use only complete NIOSH approved Bullard 88VX Series
components and replacement parts on this respirator.
Refer to parts list (Pages 16-17) for correct part numbers.
Your respirator cape may be
machine washed
Since respirator use and the quality of maintenance
performed vary with each job site, it is impossible to
provide a specific time frame for respirator replacement.
As a general guideline, the 88VX Series respirator should
be replaced after two years of service or less.
This respirator should be cleaned and sanitized at least
weekly, or more often if subjected to heavy use. Respirators
used by more than one person must be cleaned, inspected
and sanitized after each use. If not cleaned, contamination
may cause illness or disease.
REMEMBER, THE AIR YOU BREATHE WILL NOT BE CLEAN
UNLESS THE RESPIRATOR YOU WEAR IS CLEAN.
Cape
Inspection
Remove the cape from the respirator helmet and inspect
it for rips, tears or damage from excessive wear that
might reduce the degree of protection originally provided.
Inspect the inner neck cuff for elasticity.
If you detect any of these signs, replace your cape
immediately or remove the respirator from service.
WARNING
Do not substitute any capes other than those
manufactured by Bullard. Substituting other capes
will void the NIOSH approval and could result in death
or serious injury.
Cleaning
Machine wash the cape in cold or warm water using a
gentle cycle. Use a mild laundry detergent. Air-dry only.
After cleaning, carefully inspect the cape once again for
signs of damage.
Do not use volatile solvents to clean this respirator or any
parts and assemblies. Strong cleaning and disinfecting
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agents, and many solvents, can damage the plastic parts.
Headband and Chin Strap
Inspection
Remove the headband suspension and chin strap from
the inner shell. Inspect the headband for cracks, frayed
or cut crown straps, torn headband or size adjustment
slots, loss of pliability or other signs of excessive wear.
Check the chin strap for loss of elasticity, cuts and cracked
hanger clips.
If damage is detected, replace parts immediately with
Bullard replacement parts or remove the respirator from
service.
Cleaning
The headband suspension and chin strap should be hand-
sponged with warm water and mild detergent, rinsed and
air-dried. After cleaning and before reassembling, once
again carefully inspect the parts for signs of damage.
Helmet
Inspection
Inspect the helmet and inner shell for nicks, gouges,
cracks, holes and any damage due to impact, rough
treatment or wear.
If damage is detected, replace parts immediately with
Bullard replacement parts or remove the respirator from
service.
Cleaning
The helmet, inner shell, and window frame should be hand-
sponged with warm water and mild detergent, rinsed and
air-dried.
After cleaning and before reassembling, once again
carefully inspect the helmet and parts for signs of damage
Lenses and Window Frame Gasket
Inspection
Be sure the plastic inner lens fits securely in the window
frame gasket. Remove any grit or dust from the gasket.
Be sure the plastic outer lens is installed underneath the
clamps on the back of the outer window frame. Inspect
the window frame gasket closely for cuts, wear or damage
that will prevent a proper seal against the inner faceshield
lens or the helmet window frame.
If damage is detected, replace parts immediately with
Bullard replacement parts or remove the respirator from
service.
Cleaning
To clean the lenses, hand-sponge with warm water and
mild detergent, rinse and air-dry.
WARNING
Do not use lenses other than those listed on the next
page. Substituting other lenses voids the NIOSH
approval. Use of non-Bullard lenses may allow
contaminants to enter the respirator and could result
in death or serious injury.
NOTE
Cleaning
All Bullard lenses are stamped with the
The air supply hose(s) should be hand-sponged with warm
appropriate Bullard part number described
water and mild detergent, rinsed and air-dried. Do not get
below.
water inside the air supply hose. After cleaning, once again
carefully inspect air supply hose(s) for signs of damage.
Bullard Lens Description
Part No.
Inner lens for 88VX Series Respirators (oval)
771B
Outer lenses for 88VX Series Respirators (oval)
771
Inner lens for 88VX Series Respirators
Only use hoses that are NIOSH approved for use with
(rectangular)
461B
this respirator. Other hoses could reduce airflow and
Outer lenses for 88VX Series Respirators
protection, and expose the wearer to life threatening
(rectangular)
461, 461R, 771R
conditions. Failure to follow these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
Breathing Tube Assembly
Storage
Inspection
After reusable respirator components have been cleaned,
Inspect the breathing tube for tears, cracks, holes, or
dried and inspected, place them in a plastic bag or an
excessive wear that might reduce the degree of protection
airtight container.
originally provided. If any signs of excessive wear are
present, replace the breathing tube immediately or remove
Store the respirator and parts where they will be protected
the respirator from service.
from contamination, distortion and damage from elements
such as dust, direct sunlight, heat, extreme cold, excessive
Cleaning
moisture and harmful chemicals.
To clean the breathing tube, hand-sponge with warm
water and mild detergent, being careful not to get water
inside. Rinse and air-dry. After cleaning, once again
carefully inspect breathing tube for signs of damage.
CAUTION
Do not cut or remove foam that is inside the breathing
tube. The foam helps reduce the noise level of the
incoming air supply. It does not filter or purify your
breathing air. NIOSH has approved this respirator
with the foam in place. Failure to observe these
instructions may result in minor or moderate injury.
Air Supply Hose
Inspection
The starter and extension hose(s) should be inspected
closely for abrasions, corrosion, cuts, cracks and blistering.
Be sure the hose fittings are crimped tightly to the hose so
that air cannot escape. Make sure the hose has not been
kinked or crushed by any equipment that may have rolled
over it.
If any of the above signs are present or any other signs
of excessive wear are detected, replace the air supply
hose(s) immediately or remove the respirator from service.
88VX Series Airline Respirator
User Manual
WARNING
Store in a clean place away from
contaminants
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