Inspection and Maintenance of Air Visor Respirators

Component:

Daily basic/visual checks:

Periodical inspection & maintenance:

Clearflow Filter System

Optional

Check for leaks. Drain filter bowls. Replace filter elements at end of service life.

Air Supply Hose

Check for condition of the hose. Check for leaks around, and the positive operation of, metal fittings.

Repeated in-depth inspection. Discard and replace if damaged.

Waistbelt Assembly

Check for general condition of the assembly. Check for leaks around, and the positive operation of, metal fittings. Check for condition of spray gun hose if fitted.

Repeated in-depth inspection. Replacement of personal carbon filter element at end of service life. Record any maintenance or replacement of components.

Air Tube & Diffuser

Check for the condition of the air tube and for leaks at the metal fitting. Check for the condition of the foam diffuser.

Repeated in-depth inspection. Discard and replace if damaged.

Record any maintenance.

Browguard and harness

Check for the general condition and operation of the assembly.

Repeated in-depth inspection. Discard and replace if damaged.

Record any maintenance.

Visor

Check for cracks and splits, or for signs of chemical degradation.

Repeated in-depth inspection. Discard and replace if damaged.

Record any maintenance.

Face seal

Check for tears or splits in the foam or fabric components.

Repeated in-depth inspection. Discard and replace if damaged.

Record any maintenance.

Disposable visor covers

Inspect or replace.

Replace.