Sperian SURVIVAIR Opti-Fit S-Series, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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CAUTION

Do not use solvent type cleaners to clean any part of the respirator.

NOTE

Silicone and rubber parts of the facepiece may be cleaned between washings 

with SPERIAN Mask Wipes, P/N 140096 or 140082.

1. Make a cleaning solution of warm water and a mild detergent.

2. Remove the cartridges/filters from the facepiece.

3. Immerse the facepiece top first in the solution until the exhalation valve is 

covered.

4. Agitate the facepiece and gently clean with a soft brush.

5. Thoroughly rinse the facepiece in fresh water, paying particular attention to 

removal of all soap residue from the exhalation valve. If possible, direct run-

ning water onto the exhalation valve.

6. Disinfect the facepiece in a warm (120°F or 48°C maximum) suitable sanitiz-

ing solution such as a ‘hypochlorite solution” for 2 to 3 minutes. A 50 ppm 

hypochlorite solution can be made by mixing 0.13 ounce of laundry bleach 

per each gallon of water. Rinse thoroughly with fresh warm (120°F or 48°C 

maximum) water.

7. Allow the facepiece to drip dry, or dry with a lint-free cloth. Warm air may be 

used to speed up drying.

NOTE

Washing  the  lens  will  remove  any  user-applied  anti-fog  coating.  Recoat  with 

Sperian Anti-fog solution, P/N 951015 (1 oz.), or 951016 (16 oz.), or use Sperian 

single-use anti-fog wipes, P/N 981803. 

8. After cleaning, apply three drops of anti-fog solution as required to the inner 

surface of the lens and spread with your finger. Buff with a lint-free cloth. If 

using an anti-fog wipe, follow the instructions on the wipe packet.

9. Hold the facepiece firmly against your face and exhale several times to en

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sure that the exhalation valve functions smoothly.

10. Carefully inspect the respirator as described in section XIII. Reinstall the car-

tridges and/or filters before use.

XIII. INSPECTION (See the Inspection Table)

Inspect the respirator before and after each use as described in the inspection ta-
ble and replace any damaged component. See section XIV for repair instructions.

WARNING

• Do not use the respirator with damaged or improperly operating valves.

• Ensure that the twin seal is in the o-ring groove between the lens and 

connector. Ensure that the part number tab on the o-ring is visible and 

in the notch provided on the lens. Ensure that the nozzle o-ring is on the 

nozzle and the nozzle is snapped into the lens.