6.2
Component Inspection (After Cleaning and Disinfecting)
WARNING!
• Do not examine the apparatus before it is decontaminated, cleaned, and disinfected if there is a risk of exposure to
hazardous contaminants. Obey the applicable decontamination procedures, clean and disinfect the apparatus f irst,
then examine it.
• If the apparatus shows damage, deterioration, or any of the conditions listed in t his section, remove the apparatus
from service and return it to an MSA trained and certified repair technician.
• Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by
MSA.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING!
Do not use the apparatus if any parts are damaged or missing. The apparatus is used to sustain life in hazardous
atmospheres.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
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1. Inspect the hood.
a. Check that the strap hook is attached to the bottom D-ring.
b. Check the hood to be sure you can see clearly through it.
c. Check the elastic neck band for breaks. Stretch and release it. The neck
band must spring back easily.
d. Check the hood inlet:
▪ Check that no parts are broken or missing.
▪ The cover must be intact and the diffuser and muffler must be in
place.
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