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Oberon Arc Flash Suit User Guide
Oberon Company22 Logan Street
New Bedford, MA 02740P: 800-322-3348F: 508-999-4443
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OBERON INTRODUCTION
Oberon s e ead n arc as persona pro ec veequipment (PPE) manufacture in the World. Located inNew Bedford, Massachusetts, USA, Oberon manufacturesarc-ra ed prod c s sed or pro ec on rom arc ashazards. As a leader, Oberon provides innovative newshield and fabric technologies. Since manufacturing
e rs ever arc as ace s e d n 1 8 Oberon ascontinued to provide leading edge technologies includingits True Color Grey (TCG) technology.
CARE & USE TRAINING
Standards for electrical safety in the workplace includingNFPA 70E and CSA Z462 require care and maintenance ofarc-ra ed c o n and arc-ra ed arc as s s. Oberonhas created this User’s Guide to assist with training oncare and use of its products.
Requirements include:• Pre-Use Inspection• Manufacturer’s instructions• Storage• Cleaning
CAUTION
Flammable contaminants will reduce the thermalper ormance o any ame res s an arc-ra ed armen .Wash garments to ensure that no greases, oil, soilingor o er ammab e con am nan s are presen w en egarments are worn. Repairs to the garments must bemade with the same thread & fabric.
Do not reuse Oberon arc flash PPE after an arc exposure.
IMPORTANT WARNINGOberon arc as s s do no prov de ns a on rome ec r c s oc . Oberon arc as s s w en proper yselected and worn are designed to provide protectionrom b rn n r es res n rom an e ec r ca arc as n
accordance with ASTM F1506 & NFPA 70E. It is importanto no e a Oberon arc as s s w prov de m ed or
no protection against sound, pressure, projectiles andresp ra ory a ards w c may res rom an arc asnc den . ace pro ec ve prod c s w c are e ec vea a ns e arc as a ard can red ce v s b y. 70E calls for the use of additional lighting if workconditions require.
REMEMBER
ways per orm an arc as r s assessmen o de erm nee po en a arc as nc den ener y e pos re eve .
On y se arc as w an arc ra n T or Ta s e a o or rea er an yo r po en a arc as
incident energy level.
COMPLIANCEOberon arc as s comp an w every app cab eStandard necessary as per NFPA 70E and CSA Z462.This includes:• ASTM F2178, Standard Test Method for Determining
the Arc rating of Face Protective Products• ANSI Z87.1, Practice for Occupational and Education-
al Eye and Face Protection.• T 1 0 andard er ormance pec ca on or
Te e a er a or ear n ppare or se by ec-r ca or ers posed o omen ary ec r c rc and
Related Thermal Hazards.• ASTM F1959, Standard Test Method for Determining
the Arc Rating of Materials for Clothing.
ARC FLASH SUIT HOOD
• Genero s w e eas poss b e res s ance omovement and minimal discomfort while in use.
• Clear “True Color Grey” (TCG) hood shield window.• Hood shield window made of polycarbonate material.• Hood shield window provides high impact and high
mass pro ec on or ma m m pro ec on rom s rap-ne pro ec es and y n debr s. 8 .1 p ssymbol indicates high impact models).
• Op ona ood ven a on sys em or res a ro op m e wor er com or . erna componen s
constructed of FR plastic to prevent component igni-on n e even o an arc as acc den .
• Optional LED head lamp for task lighting necessary inmost work tasks.
ARC FLASH SUIT COAT AND BIB-OVERALLS
• Cons r c ed o 100 arc-ra ed n eren y ame re-s s an abr c see abe or ber brea down.
• Compliant label includes:- Manufacturer- rc T erma er ormance a e T or T
rating in calories per square centimeter- Care instructions- abr c ber con en e. . o we s yard
(optional)
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- Garment size- Manufacturer tracking code- Meets requirements of Performance
pec ca on T 1 0• Each item (Hood, Coat & Bib-Overall) are labeled with
individual serial numbers with numbers and corre-sponding bar code for inventory, tracking and totalaccountability.
• Coa nc des do b e c os re ome e cro p-per Tape and Tempera re e r n pper.
INSTRUCTIONS ON STORAGE
• Use a storage bag or storage locker in a clean dryenvironment. Never store with sharp objects, or industy areas.
• To avoid color fading and loss of strength never storender d rec s n or o er so rces ra-
d a on does no a ec ea and ame pro ec on• ron ap o e ood s o d be sed o pro ec e
window inside of the storage bag; otherwise hood• storage bags are available.
- When placing the hood inside of a storage bagp p e ron ap o cover e ood s e d
window.• Recommend o d n e arc as s coa b b-overa
or coverall before placing in storage.• e s re a powered componen s are rned o be ore
storage including the fan unit and LED lamp.• To ensure the hood ventilation system fan does not
turn on while using a storage bag, disconnect the fanunit from the coupling (turn fan counter clockwise),open battery storage compartment cover and removeone battery. Replace the battery compartment coverand store in a pouch inside of the overall storage bag.
LAUNDRY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Always follow the instructions on the care labelfound inside of your Oberon PPE.
GENERAL CLEANING REQUIREMENTS• Wash Arc Flash PPE regularly.• Repairs to the garment must be made with the same
thread and fabric.• Always completely disassemble your hood before
laundering (see instructions below). Do not launderhood with window, hard hat, hood ventilation systemand LED lamp in place.
• Close all hook & loop fasteners before laundering toavoid unwanted pilling or clogging the hook portionof the fastener.
• Suits shall always be washed or cleaned separatelyfrom any other clothing.
WASHING PROCEDURESThe following instructions apply to domestic as wellas nd s r a was n . oad o was n mac ne 2 3of volume of the drum in order to avoid crumples. Pre-washing at temperatures up to 40°C with a washing bathrelation of 1:10. Main washing at temperatures up to40°C with a washing bath relation of 1:10.
DETERGENTSTo wash PPE in a correct way, the bath should have aph-value <10. General commercial detergents for coloredclothing can be used and proportioned according to thedetergent manufacturers` information. Full detergentscontain brighteners and are therefore not suitable. Donot use bleaching agents or products which containbleaching agents.
FABRIC SOFTENERDo not use fabric softener.
RINSINGAfter washing, PPE shall be rinsed carefully in order toremove a rema ns o a a ne and or poss b y ammab eresidues of the detergent. Up to 2-3 rinsing cycles may benecessary.
DRYINGGarments may be spin-dried and dried in a cylinderdrying machine with low or normal temperatures until aremaining humidity of 10-20%.
IRONINGDo not iron.
DRY (CHEMICAL) CLEANINGChemical drying is recommended when clothing becomesvery dirty by e.g. oil or grease. Dry cleaning shall be doneaccording to the care labeling by usual 2-bathprocedure.
oos ers s o d on y be sed n e reme s a ons andonly with reduced mechanism. Dry cleaning shall onlybe e ec ed by e per s. e ore s re- sed s a becompletely free of solvents. Therefore the clothing shouldventilate for at least one day after being cleaned.
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Bib-Overalls: Ensure fabric inside/out is not ripped, torn, no holes, other damage or contamination. Check suspenders, inspect for signs of excessive wear and con rm no v s b e s ns o dama e. Con rm buckles are operable and s spender s rap s a inside of the adjustment mechanism. Inspect cinch strap(s) for hook and loop seal.
Ventilation System: Perform system check by turning fan on. Replace batteries if needed. Check fan connection to coupling, ensure fully engaged into locked position. Fan unit fully secured inside pocket, loop or strap (located at back).
Hard Cap: Check shield adapters, ensure no cracks and correc y ed ns de cap side slots. Inspect for cracks, shell not out of date and suspension adjusting mechanism works.
Coat: Ensure fabric inside/out is no ripped, torn, no holes, other damage or contamination. Check zipper and/or hook and oop c os re con rm no visible signs of damage.
Hood: Inspect hood window inside/out for excessive scratching, cracks or other damage; replace if necessary. Ensure rubber washers are seated on fastening pins. Ensure fabric inside/out is not ripped, torn, no holes or other damage or contamination.
How to Perform a Visual Pre-Inspection of an Oberon Arc Flash SuitCoat, Bib-Overall, Hood, Ventilation System & Light
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HOW TO PUT ON (DONNING)NOTE: Oberon products shall be used in accordancewith all labeling and applicable Standards. The following
ow o ear ns r c on s on y an e amp e. or erinstruction is the sole responsibility of their Supervisor &Employer.
HOOD PREPARATION• Open storage bag, remove hood, and perform visual
inspection.• If the hood is equipped with a hood ventilation
system, perform a battery check by turning the fanswitch to “ON”. If the fan does not operate, changethe batteries and repeat this step. Switch fan to “OFF”be ore proceed n o e ne s ep.
• Remove the can of Disinfectant spray and soft clothfrom inside of the storage bag.
• Holding the can 18” away from the hood surface,lightly spray the inside of the hood with the can ofDisinfectant being careful to never spray the outsideo any par o e arc as s or over spray n cre-ating pooling on the inside of the hood and hard hat.
• Avoid spraying the inside of the hood window.• Using a clean, lint free soft cloth, clean the outside
of the hood window to ensure best possible visibilityremove any d r n er pr n s e c. . s n e same
cloth, wipe out the inside of the hood window (lens).• Place the hood down on a clean surface with the hood
opening facing up, allowing the inside of the hood tocompletely dry before use.
BIB-OVERALLS• Remove bib-overalls, perform visual inspection.• Op ona on arc as coo n ves over op o a y-
Wear and underneath the bib-overalls.• If bib-overall suspender buckles are open, close
buckles.• Don bib-overalls by using a bare wall or chair to take
the weight of your legs, once balanced, place one legthrough the pant legs at a time.
• While donning the bib-overalls point your toes to theoor a ow n yo r wor boo s o s de ro e
open n . yo r wor boo s are e cess ve y so edremove them before putting on the bib-overalls.
• Once both legs are through stand up and pull thesuspender straps over your shoulders and adjust theens on or a com or ab e remov n any e cess
slack in the suspenders.• If possible, close the side cinch straps with hook and
loop closures.• Close the lower cinch straps using the hook and loop
tabs at your ankles to ensure the suit legs do not fall down under your heals, avoiding a potential tripping hazard.
COAT• Remove the coat from the storage bag, perform visual
inspection.• Put on the coat over top of the bib-overalls.• Place the can of Disinfectant spray and soft cloth
back inside of the storage bag, stow bag in a safelocation.
• Completely zip up the front coat closure and seal thezipper using the hook and loop placard, including thestrap at the neck to ensure all open areas have beenfully sealed.
Other Personal Protective Equipment, worn before theHood:• Don approved Safety Glasses or Goggles.• Don appropriate Hearing Protective Device(s).• Don any other PPE that is appropriate for the hazard
(respiratory protection, over boots, etc.).
HOOD• Pick up the hood and inspect inside using your bare
hand touching the surfaces to ensure the Disinfectantspray has completely dried.
• on e ood by rs rn n e ard a ra c esuspension knob opening the suspension so the hard
a w enero s y on op o yo r ead.• Place the hood over top of your head. While holding
e bo om o e ens p e w ndow s e d c ose oyour mouth and reactivate the anti-fog coating on theinside of the hood by breathing over the entire insidesurface of hood window.
• Once the hood is on, reach your hand up inside theback of the hood and tighten the ratchet suspensionknob to the point at which the hard hat does not slipor eas y p o yo r ead
GLOVES• Complete visual inspection, air testing and pre-use
procedures.• Put on the gloves one hand at a time, ensuring the
c o e s coa or covera s we ns de o e n-ner mos oves e. R bber ns a n o a e Ra edor rc-ra ed oves y n a n a na ra pos on andnot rolled or bunched up.
FINAL CHECK• After the hood is on and the hard hat suspension is
proper y ad s ed ma e s re e ower ood aps are
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no o ded nwards and are y n a over op o e coat. Do not tuck the hood inside of the collar.
• Double check all closures, sealing any gaps andnspec n or correc ness o . Reac yo r andaround to the back of the hood and switch the fanbac o O be ore proceed n o se yo r arc assuit.
HOW TO TAKE OFF (DOFFING)HOOD• Remove hood, turn fan switch to “OFF”.• Retrieve the suit storage bag; remove the can of Dis-
infectant spray and soft cloth.• Holding the can 18” away from the hood surface,
lightly spray the inside of the hood with the Disinfec-tant being careful to never spray the outside of anypar o e arc as s or over spray n crea npooling on the inside of the hood window.
• Always avoid spraying the inside of the hood window.• mmed a e y w pe acc den a spray o e ns de o
the hood window using soft cloth.• Place the can of Disinfectant spray and soft cloth
back inside of the storage bag.• Place the hood down on a clean surface with the hood
opening facing up, allowing the inside of the hood tocompletely dry before storing.
COAT• Remove your coat and fold lengthwise before placing
back inside of the storage bag.• Proceed to removing the bib-overalls by opening the
cinch straps on the sides and at the ankles, then pull-ing the suspender straps over your shoulders.
BIB-OVERALLS• Find a bare space on a wall or by sitting on a chair,
balance your weight and pull your legs through thebib-overalls. It is helpful to use your opposite hand tohold the bottom of the bib-overall pant legs allowingyour work boot to easily pull through. Remember topo n yo r oes down. yo r wor boo s are e -cessively soiled remove them before removing thebib-overalls.
• Once the bib-overalls are removed fold them length-wise and place them on top of the coat inside of thesuit storage bag.
STORAGE• c p e ood s n e ower ap rom e ron
fold up and over the outside of the hood window toprevent shield damage while being stored.
• Fold the back of the hood including the fan unit insideof the hard hat and place the hood into the storagebag.
• Zip closed the storage bag and store in a safe drylocation.
Oberon User GuideArc Flash Suit Storage, Use, Care, & Maintenance
FINAL INSTRUCTIONS ON STORAGE
• Use a storage bag or storage locker in a clean dryenvironment. Never store with sharp objects, or industy areas.
• To avoid color fading and loss of strength never storender d rec s n or o er so rces ra-
d a on does no a ec ea and ame pro ec on• ron ap o e ood s o d be sed o pro ec e
window inside of the storage bag; otherwise hood• storage bags are available.
- When placing the hood inside of a storage bagp p e ron ap o cover e ood s e d
window.• Recommend o d n e arc as s coa b b-overa
or coverall before placing in storage.•
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e s re a powered componen s are rned o be orestorage including the fan unit and LED lamp.To ensure the hood ventilation system fan does notturn on while using a storage bag, disconnect the fanunit from the coupling (turn fan counter clockwise),open battery storage compartment cover and removeone battery. Replace the battery compartment coverand store in a pouch inside of the overall storage bag.
Oberon Company
22 Logan Street
New Bedford, MA
800-322-3348F: 508-999-4443
www.oberoncompany.com
