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Tychem® 10,000NFPA AND LEVEL A TOTAL ENCAPSULATED SUIT MANUAL

Certified NFPA 1991 2000 Edition Model Numbers11645116551264512655

CAUTION!

Most performance properties of the vapor protective ensemble or individual elementscannot be tested by the user in the field.NFPA 1991, 2000 Ed. Section 3-2.4 1D

NOTICE!

This user information manual is to be removed only by the end user.NFPA 1991, 2000 Ed. Section 3-2.3

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Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 2Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3Level A and NFPA Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 4Letter of Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 5

NFPA Instruction Requirements

Safety and Health Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 6Cleaning Instructions, Marking Recommendations and Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 7Maintenance and Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 8Frequency and Details of Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9Retirement and Disposal Criteria and Consideration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 9How to Use Test Equipment and Air Pressure Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 10Glove Replacement Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 12Recommended Training and Proper Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 14Recommended Undergarments, Visor Agents and Lubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 15Donning Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 16Safety Considerations and Limitations of Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 17Doffing Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 18Storage, Shelf Life, Decontamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 19

Technical Data Package

Chemical Resistance Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 20Summary of NFPA Required Test Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 21Style Identification for Tychem® 10,000 NFPA Complete Ensembles . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 28Specifications – Aluminized Overcovers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 29Specifications – Tychem® 10,000 Chemical Suit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 30Chemical Suit Size Charts, Sizing and Adjustment Proceedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 31Quarterly Inspection and Air Pressure Test Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 32Tychem® 10,000 Inspection Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 33Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 34

Table of Contents

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WARNING:

THERE ARE USES AND CHEMICALS FOR WHICH LAKELAND SUITS ARE NOT APPRO-PRIATE. THE SUIT WILL PERFORM AS DESIGNED ONLY IF IT IS USED AND SERVICEDACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TOSELECT A SUIT WHICH IS APPROPRIATE FOR THE INTENDED USE AND WHICH MEETSALL NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS.

LAKELAND DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THIS SUIT MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OFANY SAFETY CODE OF ANY STATE , MUNICIPALITY OR OTHER JURISDICTION.

LAKELAND WARRANTS FOR A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS AFTER THE DELIVERY OF A LAKE-LAND SUIT THAT THE SUIT IS FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMAN-SHIP WHEN USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THISMANUAL.

THE PURCHASER AND ALL SUIT USERS NEED TO PROMPTLY NOTIFY LAKELAND OFANY CLAIM, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OROTHERWISE.

THIS MANUAL GIVES A GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF LAKELAND’S LEVEL A CHEMI-CAL SUIT AND NFPA COMPLETE ENSEMBLES. WHILE SOME USES AND PERFOR-MANCE CAPABILITIES ARE DESCRIBED, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THEPRODUCT BE USED EXCEPT BY QUALIFIED, TRAINED PERSONNEL, AND NOT UNTILTHE INSTRUCTIONS, LABELS, OR OTHER LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE PROD-UCT HAVE BEEN CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD AND THE PRECAUTIONS SETFORTH THEREIN FOLLOWED. ONLY THEY CONTAIN THE COMPLETE AND DETAILEDINFORMATION CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT. ANY PERSON WHO READS THIS MAN-UAL AND IS STILL UNCERTAIN ABOUT HOW TO SAFELY OPERATE OR SERVICE THISSUIT SHOULD CONTACT LAKELAND INDUSTRIES FOR MORE INFORMATION.

ALL LAKELAND LEVEL A CHEMICAL SUITS AND NFPA ENSEMBLES ARE MANUFAC-TURED AND SOLD IN THE U.S.A. BY LAKELAND’S CHEMICAL CLOTHING DIVISION, AWHOLLY OWNED DIVISION OF LAKELAND INDUSTRIES, INC.

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.1

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Tychem® 10,000 Level A Chemical Suitand NFPA Complete Ensembles

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Style Number:

Serial Number:

Purchased From:

Purchase Date:

End User Name:

Product Ship To:

Street

City: State:

Zip: Phone:

Lot Number(s):

Pressure Test Results:

Please rate the following:Excellent Good Fair Poor

Quality of construction ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

Value versus price paid ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

Comfort and fit ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

Promptness of delivery ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

Accuracy of order ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

Service given by distributor ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

Will you purchase through the same distributor again? ❏ Yes ❏ No

When you purchase protective clothing again,

will you ask for the Lakeland brand? ❏ Yes ❏ No

Comments:

Warranty Card

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.4 1I

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Level A represents the greatest danger of res-piratory, eye or skin damage from hazardousvapors, gases, particulates, sudden splash,immersion or contact with hazardous materi-als. It calls for total encapsulation in a vapor-proof chemical suit with self containedbreathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriateaccessories.

Level A Conditions:

1. Unknown Hazards

2. Immediately Dangerous to Life Health(IDLH) Atmospheres

3. Atmosphere contains less than 19.5% oxy-gen

4. Percutaneous Chemicals

5. Vapors/Liquids Injurious to Skin

Personnel Protection EquipmentRequired:

1. Self Contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA), or positive pressure supplied airrespirator with SCBA (NIOSH approved)

2. Fully encapsulating chemical resistant suit

3. Coveralls*

4. Long underwear*

5. Gloves-(outer), chemical resistantGloves-(inner), chemical resistant

6. Boots-chemical resistant, steel toe andshank

7. Hard hat* (under suit)

8. Disposable protective suit, gloves, andboots*

9. Two-way radio communication* (intrinsi-cally safe)

10. An air leakage test to ensure suit is vaporproof.

*Optional

In addition to meeting all OSHA Level Arequirements, NFPA imposes even higherlevels of protection on NFPA CompleteEnsembles. The same conditions exist asLevel A with additions to the personal pro-tective equipment list.

1. Permeation test done on not only suitmaterial, but on gloves and seams.

2. Flammability test.

3. Special labeling requirements.

See “Specifications – Tychem® 10,000Chemical Suit” section in this manual.

Level A and NFPA Requirements


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September 7, 2000

Mr. Raymond J. SmithPresidentLakeland Industries, Inc.711-2 Koehler AvenueRonkonkoma, NY 11779

Certification Letter

Dear Mr. Smith:

SEI is pleased to inform you that the models referenced below passed initial testing on September 5, 2000,and are certified by the Safety Equipment Institute as meeting the base requirements and the optionalrequirements for Liquefied Gas Protection, as contained in Chapter 5 of NFPA 1991, Standard of VaporProtective Ensembles for Hazardous Materials Emergencies, 2000 Edition:

SEI Ref. # Brand Name Model Test Completed

VPS LKL 09 Tychem 10,000-Front Entry 12645 November 7, 1996

VPS LKL 10 Tychem 10,000-Rear Entry 12655 October 17, 1996

VPS LKL 11 Tychem 10,000-Front Entry 11645 April 4, 1997

VPS LKL 12 Tychem 10,000-Rear Entry 11655 October 18, 1996

The following pass thru's have been certified for use with the vapor protective suit models listed above:VPS LKL 09, 10/Variant 01 Scott-Hansen Pass Thru Option P1VPS LKL 09, 10/Variant 02 Scott-Schrader Pass Thru Option P2VPS LKL 14 (Variant) Standard Pass Thru Option P3

The following glove option has been certified for use with the vapor protective suit models listed above:VPS LKL 13 (Variant) Quick Disconnect Glove Assembly G7

The SEI Certification Mark may be used in the marketing, packaging and promotion of the modeldetailed above, in accordance with the provisions of the SEI Certification Program Manual. As requiredby the SEI Certification Program, quality assurance audits of the manufacturing facilities will be per-formed annually.

Thank you for your participation in the SEI Certification Program. If you have any questions, please callthe SEI Office.

Sincerely,

Stephen R. SandersTechnical Directors

Letter of Certification

S A F E T Y E Q U I P M E N T I N S T I T U T E1307 Dolly Madison Blvd. Suite 3A, McLean, VA 22101

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An effective and comprehensive safety andhealth program is essential in reducingwork-related injuries and illnesses and inmaintaining a safe and healthful work envi-ronment. The standard, therefore, requireseach employer to develop and implement awritten safety and health program that iden-tifies, evaluates, and controls safety andhealth hazards and provides emergencyresponse procedures for each hazardouswaste site or treatment, storage, and disposalfacility. The program must be periodicallyupdated and made available to all affectedemployees, contractors and subcontractors.The employer also must inform contractorsand subcontractors and employees of anyidentifiable health hazards or potential fireor explosion hazards before they enter theworksite. This written program must includespecific and detailed information on the fol-lowing topics:

1. An organizational workplan.

2. Site evaluation and control.

3. A site-specific program.

4. Information and training program.

5. Personal protective equipment program.

6. Monitoring.

7. Medical surveillance program.

8. Decontamination procedures.

9. Emergency response program.

Safety and Health Program

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Cleaning procedures are not anacceptable procedure for decont-amination. The user should devel-op and implement a decontami-nation procedure for each of thechemicals to which the suit hasbeen exposed.

After decontamination, wash down the suitwith a solution of low sudsing powereddetergent and water. A product like Tide®would be acceptable. Use warm to moderate-ly hot water to cleanse suit inside and out.Wash off solution according to federal, state,and local pollution regulations. This maymean using a catch basin, such as a wadingpool. Hang dry at room temperature.

Warning! Do not use garmentsthat are not thouroghly cleanedand dried.

Marking Recommendations andRestrictions

Marking can be made on either your alu-minized overcover or Tychem 10000 suit byusing a black laundry marker. Reflective let-tering may be ordered for either yourTychem 10000 suit or overcover throughLakeland Industries, Inc. This lettering willbe permenantly attached without comprim-ising the integrity of the suit.

Cleaning and Marking the suit

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.1C, 6A

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The Tychem® 10,000 suit should be testedafter every use and at last annually, whetherit is used or not. If the Tychem® 10,000 suitfails the test, see “Testing” for more informa-tion. In addition to testing, the Tychem®10,000 suit must be inspected after every useand at least annually. A Tychem® 10,000Inspection Checklist has been provided atthe back of this manual to assist in theinspection.

Check the zipper for overall condition, wornor damaged teeth, and ease of operationLubricate zipper lightly with paraffin, whichis readily available in most grocery stores.Paraffin should be applies lightly to the innerand outer elements. After cycling the zipperseveral times, the excess flakes should beremoved. Do not use a sticky lubricant whichcould gather and hold particles of dirt,grease, or contaminant.

Repairs

The gloves on the Level A Tychem® 10,000suit can be replaced by the end user while inthe field. See “Glove Replacements” forinstructions. Any other modifications orrepairs must be done only by Lakelandpersonnel.

Warning: All NFPA modificationsor repairs must be done byLakeland personnel.

Do not send a contaminated suitto Lakeland! Suits must be decon-taminated and cleaned beforereturn or they will be sent backwithout inspection of suit.

When returning a suit to Lakeland,follow the procedures listed below.

1. Attach the following to the side of thereturn shipping container:

If the suit has not been used, a letterwhich states that the suit is in a newand unused condition.

If the suit has been used, a copy of thedecontamination document, listing theprocedures used, and a statement indi-cating that the suit contains nodetectable residualcontamination.

2. A Return Goods Audit number must be oneach container returned. This number willbe given out to you by Lakeland’sCustomer Service Department.

3. The Tychem® 10,000 Suit should beshipped folded in a case or box.

4. The suit should not be pressurized duringshipment.

Maintenance and Repairs

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.4 1E, 6C

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Inspection Record

Before using the suit, look at the inspectionrecord and check:

1. The date that the suit was last decontami-nated.

2. The level of decontamination obtained.

3. The date when the suit was cleaned andsanitized.

4. The date that the suit was tested for leak-age resistance with the Lakeland Test Kit(part number 0010).

5. The suit must be checked with Lakeland'sTest Kit at least annually.

6. The date that the person making theinspection signed-off, indicating that thesuit is ready for reuse. See “AnnualInspection and Air Pressure Test Chart”.

Suit Physical Inspection

1. Look at the suit closely, checking for miss-ing or damaged parts.

2. Look for holes and tears in the fabric.

3. Look for wear or abrasion that could let achemical penetrate the suit. Inspect allseams thoroughly.

4. Check the gloves and boots for tears orabrasions. Pull on the boots and gloves tomake sure that they are firmly attached.

5. Check the lens for cracks or deep scratches.

6. Check that the zipper has been lubricated;see section entitled “Maintenance andRepairs”.

Inspect the breathing apparatus according tothe manufacturer’s instructions. Check thepressure gauge to be sure that the cylinder isfully charged.

If you find any signs of wear,damaged, or missing parts, donot use the suit!

Retirement and Disposal Criteria

Use department procedures for disposal ofsuit. Lakeland Tychem 10,000 suits can beincinerated.

Frequency and Details of Inspection

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.4 3, 7

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Tests should be conducted on your LakelandLevel A Suit after every use and annually,whether the suit is used or not. These testinstructions are standard based on ASTMF1052 “Practice for Pressure Testing of TotallyEncapsulated Chemical Protective Suits”. Notethat air expands or contracts depending ontemperature. Always let a chemical suit reachroom temperature before testing. The supplyair that is used should be the same tempera-ture as the environment in which the suit isto be tested. Do not test the suit near an airconditioner or a heater. Also, before openingthe suit storage container, make sure the suitis either new and unused or, if the suit hasbeen used that it has been decontaminated.After decontamination has been confirmed,proceed as follows:

1. Lay suit to be tested face down on a tablefree of obstacles; straighten to remove anyfolds/wrinkles.

2. Remove snap-on cover and diaphragm(flappers) from all exhaust valves.

3. Insert twist lock adapter from air sourceinto exhaust valve located on the head ofthe suit; turn clockwise.

4. Insert twist lock adapter connected toguage into exhaust valve located on theback of right body; turn clockwise.

5. Insert twist lock plug adapter into thethird exhaust valve located on the backleft body (If your garment is a NFPA com-plete ensemble) to serve as a plug to pre-vent air from escaping.

6. Close all openings. Make sure the zipper iscompletely closed! Check any pass-throughs.

7. Place test kit gauge on level surface. Checkdial calibration – needle should be at zero;adjust if necessary. (Refer to manufacturersbulletin enclosed).

8. Remove tubing loop from storage bracketsin lid, by depressing flat tab on end ofbrackets to release top of bracket. Separatetubing sections by depressing release tabon quick connect couplings.

9. Connect short tubing with male nipple tofemale quick connect on brass cross (withID and serial number) and connect other endto adapter in the head of suit.

10. Connect long tubing with female body tomale nipple quick connect on brass tee atguage and connect other end of tubing totwist lock fitting located on the back rightside of suit.

11. Turn the air flow control valve crosswise,to the off position. Connect outside com-pressed air source to the male quick con-nect fitting on brass manifold tee of testkit. (The most popular male fitting is sup-plied; if your air supply is not compatiblewith this fitting, remove and replace with acomparable fitting that is compatible.

12. Inflate suit by opening air control valveslowly! Pressurize the suit to 5 inches ofwater column indicated on gauge, hold forone (1) minute. This should fill out wrin-kles in the suit.

Test Equipment and Procedures

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Note: Check gauge dial frequent-ly by closing air supply controlvalve to make certain suit pres-sure does not exceed 5 inches ofwater column pressure. Overinflation can damage suit materi-al and seams beyond repair!

13. Remove countdown alarm timer fromstorage bracket in lid by depressing clip onback of timer, remove battery compart-ment lid on back of timer, invert batteryand replace (refer to manufacturers bul-letin enclosed).

To extend service life of timer battery,remove battery, invert and replaceduring storage.

14. Set countdown timer to exactly four (4)minutes. Reduce water column pressure toexactly four (4) inches of water columnpressure by depressing the relief valve but-ton located on the brass tee at air inletmanifold.

15. Begin test.

Do not move or touch the suitduring timed test, as this willaffect the water column pressureresulting in inaccurate reading.

Record suit pressure at the end of the four (4)minutes. Suit pressure of 3.2 inches or moreindicates that the suit has passed as leak free.The suit is ready for service after test kithoses and adapters have been removed andexhaust valves have been reassembled. Suithas failed test if pressure is less than 3.2 inch-es after the four (4) minute period.


Instructions for Ring and ClampAssembly Removal

1. Turn sleeve inside out.

2. Remove tape and rubber band over clampat top of glove.

3. Using a hex socket or ratchet, loosen screwon glove clamp, remove clamp. Do not usea screwdriver to loosen clamp, as screw-driver may slip and damage suit.

4. Remove rubber band.

5. Pull glove assembly out of sleeve.

Installation

1. Sleeve should be inside out.

2. Insert PVC ring in glove so that 2 inches ofthe glove is above top of ring.

3. Place glove in sleeve, fingers toward youand middle finger in line with shoulderseam. Pull until tight.

4. Place elastic band centered on line withPVC ring.

5. Center glove clamp on rubber band, usinga hex socket driver or ratchet to tightenscrew. Tighten clamp. Do not use a screw-driver to tighten screw, as screwdrivermay slip and damage suit.

6. Turn the 2” glove overlap over clamp.Place wide rubber band over clamp.

7. Securely wrap area over PVC ring andclamp with flexible tape.

8. Turn suit sleeve right side out.

Instructions for Quick DisconnectAssembly. (Installation).

1. Sleeve should be inside out.

2. Insert Silvershield® glove through maleglove ring, turn at least 3 inches of theglove edge back over the edge of the glovering.

3. Insert the male glove ring through the suitopening down to the sleeve opening.

4. Place the clamp 3/8” from the edge of theglove ring, and tighten firmly in placeusing a hex driver.

The locking pin must be centered withthe middle finger of the glove and thesleeve seam to insure proper alignment.

5. Place a 7/8” rubber band over the clamp toprevent it from puncturing the suit, coverthe rubber band with at least 3 rounds ofblack electrical tape.

6. Pull sleeve back through suit andstraighten.

7. Insert female glove ring (grooved sidefirst) into outer glove so that the gloveextends 3” past the grove in the ring. Place5/8" rubber band over cuff clamp into thegrove in the ring and tighten using a hexdriver. Do not use a screwdriver, as screw-driver may slip and damage suit.

8. Cover the clamp with at least three roundsof black electrical tape to prevent clampfrom damaging the suit.

Glove Replacement Guides

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9. Place a 5/8" wide rubber band betweenglove and clamp to prevent damage toglove. Place clamp in center of grove ontop of rubber band.

Female notch in glove ring must bealigned with the thumb of the outerglove, this will allow the two glove sys-tem to align correctly and discourageloosen of the assembly due to move-ment in the wrist area.

Removal

1. Remove outer glove assembly by unlock-ing the Quick Disconnect System.

2. Remove tape over clamp at the top ofglove.

3. Using a hex driver, loosen screw on gloveclamp; and remove clamp. Do not use ascrewdriver to loosen clamp, as screwdriv-er may slip and damage suit. Removeouter gloves.

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Employers are required to develop andimplement a program to inform workers(including contractors and subcontractors)performing hazardous waste operations ofthe level and degree of exposure they arelikely to encounter.

Employers are also required to develop andimplement procedures for introducing effec-tive new technologies that provide improvedworker protection in hazardous waste opera-tions. Examples include foams, absorbents,neutralizers, etc.

Training makes workers aware of the poten-tial hazards they may encounter and pro-vides the necessary knowledge and skills toperform their work with minimal risk totheir safety and health. The employer mustdevelop a training program for all employeesexposed to safety and health hazards whenworking with hazardous chemicals or work-ing in hazardous waste operations. Bothsupervisors and workers must be trained torecognize and prevent hazards; to select, carefor; and use respirators properly as well as.other types of personal protective equip-ment ; to understand engineering controlsand their use; to proper decontaminationprocedures; to understand the emergencyresponse plan, medical surveillance require-ments, confined space entry procedures, spillcontainment program, and any appropriatework practices. Workers must also know thenames of personnel and their alternatesresponsible for site safety and health.

Employees at all sites must not perform anywork in or around hazardous waste opera-tions or sites unless they have been trained tothe level required by their job function and

responsibility and have been certified bytheir instructor as having the necessary train-ing. All emergency responders must receiverefresher training sufficient to maintain ordemonstrate competency annually.Employee training requirements are furtherdefined by the nature of the work (e.g., tem-porary emergency response personnel, fire-fighters, safety officers, Hazmat personnel,incident commanders, etc.) These require-ments may include recognizing and knowingthe hazardous materials and their risks,knowing how to select and use appropriatepersonal protective equipment, and knowingthe appropriate control, containment, or con-finement procedures and how to implementthem. The specific training and competencyrequirements for each personal category areexplained fully in the final rule(54 FR 42:9294, March 6, 1989).

It is your responsibility, as a userof this Tychem® 10,000 TotalEncapsulated Suit, to be aware ofand comply with all phases ofyour employer’s safety andhealth program, including train-ing. Failure to do so could lead toan accident which may result insevere personal injury or death.

"Proper Use" is consistent with NFPA 1500,“Standard on Fire Department OccupationalSafety and Health Program, 29 CFR1910.132.” You can obtain a copy of thisNFPA standard on the world wide web at“www.nfpa.org”.

Recommended Training & Proper Use

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.4, 5

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Wear cotton underwear and socks to helpabsorb perspiration. Coveralls made fromflame resistant synthetic materials, such asNomex®, offered by Lakeland Industries, arerecommended, especially if exposure toflash-fire is a concern. Coveralls should havesleeves that can be closed tightly and legsthat can be tucked into the socks. If theTychem® 10,000 suit is to be worn in a coldenvironment, wear thermal underwear tohelp stay warm. Under extreme conditions,the lens may fog up. Carry a clean cloth withyou to wipe the lens from the inside. Anti-fog agents can be purchased from most localstores. Lakeland Industries does not sell orapply any agents to the suit lens.

For zipper lubes see “Maintenance andRepairs” for more information.

Recommended Undergarments andVisor Agents

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.4 1F, 1G

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Good safety practices require an assis-tant to help you don and doff the suit.This is easier and quicker, and you willavoid stumbling or tripping which mayresult in personal injury or damage tothe suit.

Follow these steps in putting on the suit:

1. Make sure the suit has been visuallyinspected, air pressure tested and is freefrom defects. Also make sure the correctsuit has been selected for the intended use.

2. Underclothing should be worn under thechemical suit. As a minimum, a long sleeveshirt and long pants or “long underwear”are recommended.

3. Remove all personal affects which mightresult in damage to the suit (e.g. pens,badges, jewelry, etc.).

4. Remove shoes. Most boots don’t allowstreet shoes. Lakeland’s NFPA approvedboots do not.

5. Tuck pant cuff into socks to make donningof suit legs and sock boot easier.

6. If using a SCBA (Self Contained BreathingApparatus), check the level of air, com-plete all connections, make all adjustmentsin accordance with the manufacturer’sprocedures. Do not put the face piece on,yet, unless required by the design of theSCBA.

7. While seated. place both legs into the suit.Stand up and attach the internal waist belt.Belt is intended to help adjust the fit of thesuit.

8. Turn on the air supply, put on facepiece,and make sure air supply system is work-ing properly.

9. Place arms and head inside the suit, closethe zipper, then velcro shut the fly over thetop of the zipper.

10. The person assisting should check tomake certain the zipper covers are com-pletely closed, all airline connections aretight, and suit appears to be workingproperly.

Donning Procedure

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Section 3-2.4 4A

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Like any piece of complex equip-ment, the Tychem® 10,000 suitwill perform as designed only ifused and serviced according toLakeland’s instructions. All indi-viduals who have or will have theresponsibility for using theTychem® 10,000 suit must readthese precautions carefully andunderstand them. Failure to do somay result in severe personalinjury or death.

1. Avoid direct flame contact. Do not use theTychem® 10,000 near a fire or open flame.The Tychem® 10,000 material will melt.

2. Do not wear a suit without breathable air.An air supply is mandatory to prevent suf-focation. An air-line alone is prohibited byOSHA regulations in IDLH atmospheres.

3. Do not use oxygen cylinder or oxygen gen-erating breathing apparatus while wearinga Tychem® 10,000 Suit. A severe fire haz-ard could result.

4. Never work alone in hazardous areas.Always work with another person andhave at least one person on standby withequal protective equipment.

5. Do not pull on air supply hose as aretrieval device. To do so may cause theair-supply hose to tear out of the suit andexpose the wearer.

6. Avoid continuous exposure. Do not exposethe suit to a constant liquid splash or del-uge, or wade through liquid pools onpurpose.

7. Prevent heat stress. Workers who weartotal-encapsulating suits must be in goodphysical condition. Consult a medical doc-tor before donning Tychem® 10,000 suit tobe sure you are capable of wearing itunder expected use conditions. The wearercan take several steps which may preventheat stress, such as wearing an ice-vest,feeding the suit with body-cooling air, andtaking frequent rest periods during thework session.

8. Leave the “Hot Zone” immediately if youexperience these symptoms; fever, nausea,dizziness, eye irritation, difficulty inbreathing, becoming fatigued or anyunusual order or taste.

Safety Considerations

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The person assisting in the doffing pro-cedure should be wearing the appropri-ate attire selected by Qualified SafetyPersonnel.

1.The person assisting should open the zip-per flaps by separating the velcro attachedto the fly and open the zipper by pullingthe zipper tab at the opening of the zipper.

2.The user should pull their arms back intothe body of the suit, remove their hard hat,and hand hat to the assistant (this will pre-vent the assistant from touching the innersuit with their gloves that may be wet orcontaminated .

3.Carefully remove the head and arms fromthe suit.

4.Loosen the air supply mask (allow themask to hang around the neck until the airsupply has been cut off. Remove the airsystem per the instructions provided withthat particular system.

5.Loosen the suit belt and allow suit to fall.Assume a sitting position for stability. Theassistant should remove the outer bootsand hold the bottom of each leg to allowthe user to remove legs from the suit moreeasily.

Doffing Procedure

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Recommended Storage Practices1. Store the Level A or NFPA Complete

Ensemble in a clean, dry location, awayfrom direct sunlight.

2. Suit should be stored laying flat, ifpossible.

3. Store the suit with zipper open.

4. At least annually perform inspection withchecklist at the back of this manual, andperform the suit pressure test using theinstructions under “How To Use TestEquipment And Air Pressure Testing.”

5. NFPA complete ensembles are to be storedthe same as a Level A suit.

6. Suits can be stored in their original carry-bags, or on a hanger.

Shelf LifeChemical suits contain components madefrom various polymer or rubber materials forwhich there is no specific life data currentlyavailable. Based on the physical condition ofthe suit, it is recommended that downgrad-ing the suit to “Training Use Only” be consid-ered after five years. If this is done; each suitwill need to be visually marked on the outerside “For Training Use Only”, so that all per-sonnel will notice it has been down graded.

Decontamination – ChemicalStandard 1910.120 states that “a decontamina-tion procedure shall be developed, communicatedto employees and implemented before any employ-ees or equipment may enter areas on site wherepotential for exposure to hazardous substancesexists”.

The Environmental Protection Agency con-siders decontamination to be a complexoperation that requires a detailed plan ofprocedures. Actual decontamination proce-dures must be developed by those with fullinformation on the type and level of the cont-aminant. Consult the Materials Safety DataSheet for the hazardous substance you areworking with.

After decontamination, suits may be handwashed using warm water and a mild deter-gent (see “Cleaning Instructions” in this man-ual). Appropriate equipment should be wornduring these activities to prevent contactwith any residual contamination. Afterwashing, suits should be rinsed well withwarm water and hung away from intenseheat or sunlight to dry. Before reuse, a quali-fied health professional must determine thatan adequate level of decontamination hasbeen achieved.

Tychem® 10,000 suits are economicallypriced limited-use garments, and notdesigned for multiple wash and decontami-nation. Chemical suits which become conta-minated with toxic chemicals or show signsof physical wear, (see “Maintenance AndRepairs”), should be retired or disposed of ina safe manner.

Decontamination – BiologicalAt the scene, place contaminated garmentsinside a leak-proof container and marked as“Biological Contaminated.” These garmentsmust be destroyed by a Certified WasteDisposal Company. DO NOT attempt todecontaminate any garments that have comein contact with any Biological Threat.

Storage, Shelf Life & Decontamination

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A protective garment must resist hazardouschemical attack from three different routes ofentry: Permeation, Penetration andDegradation.

Permeation describes a process by whichchemicals migrate through a material.. Itinvolves chemical solubility in a material andthe ability for chemicals to “diffuse” throughthe material as a liquid, gas, or vapor.Measuring permeation is important becausechemicals may penetrate protective materialswithout visible effects. Many of today’schemicals are toxic in vapor form, throughskin absorption or inhalation. The Tychem®10,000 material resists permeation of thesechemical vapors, depending on the type ofchallenge chemical. Method F739 providesflexibility for choosing different test hard-ware and conditions while specifying proce-dures.

Penetration occurs when a chemical entersthe suit through a physical imperfection,such as a damaged seam or zipper, a tear, apinhole, a loose glove, boot, or lens.

Suits must be leak-tested in the field toensure their penetration resistance. Simplebubble-indicating leak tests, without measur-ing pressure-drop over time, are notpractical.

The Lakeland Test Kit (part number 0010)measures penetration resistance by indicat-ing pressure-drop over time. It permits theuser to inflate the suit with an SCBA, mea-sure the pressure put into the suit, and therate at which the pressure may drop.

Degradation takes place when a chemicaldegrades one or more of the suit’s physicalproperties, such as material thickness, color,tear resistance, abrasion resistance, and soforth. Such a physical change may not neces-sarily affect the material’s permeation resis-tance. However just the opposite is also pos-sible. A challenge chemical could permeatethe garment material almost immediatelywithout changing its physical appearance atall. Tests were performed under laboratoryconditions-not actual workplace conditions.They address breakthrough characteristicsand do not account for other performancecharacteristics. They are not, in and of them-selves, recommendations.

Lakeland chemical suits are designed to beworn over regular work clothing, and are notdesigned to protect from all hazards in thework place. Additional equipment such asprotective eyewear, protective boots, addi-tional gloves, hard hats, cooling systems,communications systems, etc. may berequired and should be selected by a safetyprofessional.

Lakeland Industries, Inc. cannot guaranteethat any Tychem® 10,000 suits is applicableto your particular situation, or assumeresponsibility for use thereof, because ofsuch unknown variables as nature of work,type of exposure, concentration of exposure,etc.

Chemical Resistance Guide

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Summary of NFPA 1991, 2000 EditionRequired Test Results

Test

Label Content

User information andTechnical DataPackage

Design Criteria

Gas Tight IntegrityTest

Maximum SuitVentilation Rate Test

Liquid Tight Integrity

Overall EnsembleFunction & IntegrityTest

Material BurstStrength

Puncture PropagationTear Resistance

Cold TemperaturePerformance Test One

Requirement

3-1.1 and 3-1.2; specificcontent, specific letterheight, English

3-2; pre-use info, prepfor use, inspection,don/doff, usage, main-tenance/cleaning,retirement, disposal,etc.

4-1; construction andsizing

Ending pressure >80mm Hg

5-1.3; no internalpressure >38mm, endpressure >80mm

Show no water pene-tration

5-1.3; end pressure >80,completion of tests,accommodate headpro., >20/35 vision,subject testing

5-2.3; burst strength >200N

5-2.4; puncture propa-gation tear resistance >49N

5-2.5; bending move-ment < 0.56N x m at anangular deflection of 60degrees and -25° C

Test Method

Checklist Inspection



ASTM F1052

Section 6-5

ASTM F1359

Section 6-4, ASTMF1154

Section 6-10ASTM D751

Section 6-11ASTM 2582

Section 6-12ASTM D747 (modified)

Results

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant >80 mm Hg

Compliant internalpressure > 38mm, endpressure > 80 mm

Compliant > 1hr.

Compliant

Compliant> 200N

Compliant> 49N

Complaint0.56N

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Summary of NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition Required Test Results, cont’d

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Test

Visor MaterialMullen Burst

Visor MaterialPuncture Propagation

Visor MaterialCold TemperatureBend Test Two

Requirement

Shall have a burstingstrength of not lessthan 200 NShall a puncture propa-gation tear resistance ofnot < 5 kgShall be tested for coldtemperature bending at-25° C and not showcracks or show evi-dence of visibledamage

Test Method




Results

CompliantAverage of > 200N

Compliant

No cuts, cracks, orfractures

Primary Suit Materials Flammability Testing By NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition

Test

Garment Material

Glove Material

Visor Material

Footwear Material

Requirement

Shal not ignite duringthe initial 3 secondexposure period, shallnot burn a distance of >100 mm, shall not sus-tain burning > 10 sec-onds, shall not showevidence of melt byflowing or drippingduring a 12 secondexposure period.

Requirement same asabove



Test Method

Section 6-7ASTM F1358




Results

No ignition, charlength < 100 mm. Nomelt, no drip. Selfextinguishing within 10seconds.




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Test

Label Content

User Infor & TechnicalData Package

Footwear Design

Footwear CutResistance TestFootwear PermeationAfter Abrasion &Flexing

Footwear PunctureResistance Test One

Footwear PunctureResistance Test Two

Footwear Sole andHeel Abrasion

Footwear ToeCompression &Impact Resistance

Footwear SoleBending ResistanceFootwear SlipResistance

Requirement

3-1.1 and 3-1.3; specificcontent, specific letterheight; English3-2; pre-use info, prepfor use, inspection,don/doff, usage, main-tenance/cleaning,retirement, disposal,etc.Shall provide protec-tion not less than 8.0inches in height wheremeasured from theplane of the sole bot-tom.5-5.3; cut distance notmore than 25mm.Shall be tested for abra-sion resistance andshall not exhibit a nor-malized breakthroughdetection time of 1 hr.or less5-5.4; puncture resis-tance of not less than3.6 kg5-5.6; puncture resis-tance of not less than123.4 kgShall have an abrasionresistance rating of notless than 65 index5-5.5; impact resistancenot less than 101.7J,and a compressionresistance not less than11,121 NShal not deflect morethan 6mm.5-5.9; static coefficient >0.75

Test Method

Checklist

Checklist

Section 4-2

Section 6-15ASTM F1790Section 6-6ASTM F739


Section 6-19Section 3 CSA Z195M


Section 6-21Section 1.4ANSI Z41

Section 6-22


Results

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant; <25mm

Compliant; >1hr

Compliant; > 3.6 kg

Compliant; >123.4

Compliant; >65 index

Compliant; >101.7J.Impact Resistance > 11,121 N compressionresistance

Compliant; < 6mm

Compliant; >0.75 dryaverage, > 0.75 wetaverage

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Test

Garment SeamPermeation Resistance

Visor SeamPermeation Resistance

Garment SeamBreaking Strength

Visor Seam BreakingStrength

Requirement

Shall not exhibit nor-malized breakthroughdetection times of 1 hr.or less for each chemi-calRequirements same asabove

Shall possess a break-ing strength > 2.88kN/mShall possess a break-ing strength not lessthan 134 N/50 mm

Test Method

Section 6-6ASTM F1001ASTM F739

Section 6-6ASTM F1001ASTM F739Section 6-24ASTM D751

ASTM D751

Results

Compliant; >480 min

Compliant; > 1 hr.

Compliant;>2.88 kN/m

Compliant;> 134 N/50 mm

Seam Testing By NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition

Test

Closure AssemblyPenetration

Closure AssemblyBreaking Strength

Requirement

Shall allow no penetra-tion for each chemical

Shall possess a break-ing strength > 2.88kN/m.

Test Method

Section 6-25ASTM F1001ASTM F903Section 6-24ASTM D751

Results

CompliantPass > 1hr.

Compliant> 2.88 kN/m

Closure Assembly Testing By NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition

Test

Exhaust Valve Design

Exhaust Valve SpalshProtectionExhaust ValveMounting StrengthTest

Requirement

Shall be designed toallow for their removalfrom and reinstallationor replacement in thevapor-protective suitMust provide protec-tion and access5-1.5; no failure force< 135N

Test Method

NFPA 1991, 2000Edition

NFPA 1991, 2000EditionSection 6-9 of theStandard

Results

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant > 135N

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Test

External FittingsDesign

Extenal Fittings GasTight Integrity

Fitting Pull OutStrength Test

Requirement

Shall be free of roughspots, burrs, or sharpedges that could tearprimary materialsShall show as endingpressure of at least 3.2inches5-1.6; no failure force< 1000N

Test Method

NFPA 1991, 2000Edition

ASTM F1052

Section 6-13

Results

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant <1000N

External Fittings Testing By NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition

Test

Donning & DoffingTimes

Requirement

Time testinf shal beconducted on bothdonning and doffing

Test Method

NFPA 1991, 94 Edition,Section 9-1.1

Results

Donning – Average 147secondsDoffing – Average 33seconds

Donning and Doffing Testing By NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition

Test

Label Content

User Info

Design Criteria

Cut Resistance Test

Puncture ResistanceTestCold TemperatureBend

Glove Hand FunctionTest

Requirement

3-1.1 and 3.1-3 specificcontent, specific letterheight, English3-2 pre-use info, prepfor use, inspection,donn/doff, usage,maint/cleaning, retire-ment, disposal, etc.4-2; construction andsizing5-4.3; cut distance<25mm5-4.4; puncture resis-tance > 2.3kg5-4.5; bending move-ment of 0.56N x m at anangular deflection of 60degrees and -25° C5-4.6; average % ofbarehand control notexceeding 600%

Test Method

Checklist

Checklist

Checklist

Section 6-15ASTM F1790Section 6-16ASTM F1342Section 6-12ASTM D747 with mod-ifications

Section 6-17

Results

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant

Compliant; < 25mm

Compliant; > 2.3kg

Compliant> 0.56N

Compliant; < 600%

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Test

Cyanogen ChlorideChemical PermeationResistance

Permeation Resistance

Permeation Resistance

Overall EnsembleInward Leakage

Requirement

5-9.1; not exhibit nor-malized breakthroughdetection times of 1hour or less5-9.2; not exceed 1.25ug cumulative perme-ation Sarin and V-agent, flexing andabraiding5-9.3; not exceed 4 ugcumulative permeationsulfur, mustard andlewsite5-9.4; no inward leak-age > 1.02%

Test Method


Method 2.2CRDC-SP-84010

Method 2.2CRDC-SP-84010

Section 6-8

Results

Compliant; > 1hr.

Compliant; <1.25 ug

Compliant; <4 ug

Compliant; no leakage

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To be certified to meet NFPA 1991, 2000Edition. Base requirement, 5.9, OptionalChemical and Biological TerrorismProtection Requirements.

11645- A Front Entry Tychem® 10,000 LevelA Chemical Suit (with) A Front EntryAluminized Kevlar Overcover andNFPA approved Hazmat Boots.

11655- A Rear Entry Tychem® 10,000 Level AChemical Suit (with) A Rear EntryAluminized Kevlar Overcover andNFPA approved Hazmat Boots.

12645- A Front Entry Tychem® 10,000 LevelA Chemical Suit (with) A Front EntryAluminized Glass Overcover andNFPA approved Hazmat Boots.

12655- A Rear Entry Tychem® 10,000 Level AChemical Suit (with) A Rear EntryAluminized Glass Overcover andNFPA approved Hazmat Boots.

Lakeland Industries offers the followingNFPA approved pass-thrus:Option P1- Scott-Hansen Pass-thruOption P2- Scott-Schraeder Pass-thruOption P3- Standard Pass-thruOption G7- Quick Disconnect Glove System

Lakeland Industries offers the followingboots:Tingley® Hazproof Boot, SEI CertifiedBata® Hazmat Boot, SEI Certified

Warning: The Overcover protectsagainst unforeseen flash fires.The use of the Overcover by itselfis not an acceptable Level Avapor-proof suit. They are not tobe used for fir entry. Use of theOvercover for fire entry couldresult in severe personal injury ordeath.

Style Identification

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Specifications and ComponentDescriptions for NFPA 1991, 2000Edition Aluminized Overcovers

1. Garment Materials-are of Aluminized PBIKevlar® and Aluminized Glass. (Flash fireprotective only)

2. Suit design is to be worn only in conjunc-tion with a approved Tychem® 10,000Level A Chemical suit that accommodatesa self contained breathing apparatus insidethe suit.

3. All seams are stitched with Nomex®thread on the inside and top stitched onthe outside.

4. Closure is a 4” wide flap made out of thesuit material; held in place with 1” blackfull-length velcro. Front Entry: starts at leftside of hood front and across body. RearEntry: center back.

5. Visor/Lens is 10 mil FEP Teflon® stitchedin with Nomex® thread on the inside ofthe suit.

6. The head area is designed to accommodatea SCBA face piece and allow user to wear ahard cap or fireman’s helmet.

7. The optional pass-thrus; if purchased ; willbe located on the right hip area to allow forhook-up of outside air for breathing andcooling. See “Style Identification” for moreinformation.

8. Three valve covers designed to fit over thetop of the Tychem® 10,000 Level AChemical Suit pirelli valve system, 1-locat-ed on the right side of the back of thehood, 1-located on the right side of the

expanded back, 1-located on the left side ofthe expanded back.

9. Color of the suit is silver.

10. The spacious sleeve is designed to fit inconjunction with the requirements of theLevel A Chemical Suit.

11. For sizing see “Chemical Suit Size Charts”.

12. The Overcover must pass the ASTMF1358, test Method for “Resistance ofProtective Clothing Materials to FlameImpingement”, the ASTM D4157, TestMethod for “Abrasion Resistance of TextileFabrics” (Oscillatory Cylinder Method), theASTM F392, Test Method for “FlexDurability of Flexible Barrier Materials”, aswell as other tests required in the NFPA1991, 2000 Edition of the Standards.

Methods of Attachment

Garment material safety stitchVisor material single needle stitchGlove material N/AFootwear material N/AGarment closure single needle stitchAttached overcover N/A

Specifications – Aluminized Overcovers

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Specifications and component descrip-tions for NFPA 1991, 2000 EditionChemical Suit

1. Suit fabric to be laminated film- Tychem®10,000.

2. Suit Design- Expanded back to accommo-date wearing of self contained breathingapparatus inside suit.

3. All seams stitched with 50/2 Permaspun®thread and sealed with specialized seamtape inside and out.

4. Zipper closure is a 48” PVC OEB designzipper with a vapor-proof closure by a 4”wide flap of suit material, and held inplace by 1/2” full length velcro. FrontEntry: left side of hood and across back.Rear entry: center back.

5. Visor/Lens materials- is a 40 mil PVC lensand a 10 mil FEP Teflon® lens sandwichedtogether using a specialized seam tape andprocess. This Visor/Lens is designed toensure maximum visibility.

6. Head area-is designed large enough toaccommodate a SCBA face piece and to beable to allow user to wear a hard cap orfiremen’s helmet.

7. The optional pass-thrus, if purchased, willbe located on the right hip area to allow forhook-up to outside air for breathing andcooling.

8. Three Pirelli® valves designed to release at1/2 lb. of pressure are located as follows:1- on the right side of the back of the hood,1- on the right side of the expanded back

and 1- on the left side of the expandedback.

9. Gloves are to be three separate compo-nents from inside out:

- 10 mil Viton® Glove- North Silvershield®- Kevlar®

10. The suit has attached sock boots with asplash guard to fit over industrial NFPAapproved boots. Both sock boots andsplash guards are constructed of Tychem®10,000 materials.

11. Color of the suit is lime green.

12. Spacious sleeve design allows wearer tohave access to SCBA controls by pullingarm from sleeve while still in suit. The suitis designed to allow room for 2-way radiocommunication systems.

13. For sizes see “Chemical Suit Size Charts.”

14. Suit to pass a minimum 180 minutes inNFPA 1991 Battery of ChallengeChemicals, see “NFPA Testing Results”.

15. Suit must pass the ASTM F1052 pressuretest.

16. Labeling in the suit contains the follow-ing: Warning Statement, Model Number,Serial Number, Date Manufactured,Pressure Test Results, an accompanyingover boot style and marked if certified tooptional chapters of the Standard.

Specifications – Tychem 10,000

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Methods of Attachment

Garment material single needle, double sealed with seam tapeVisor material single needle, triple sealed with seam tapeGlove material ring and clamp assembly or quick-disconnect assemblyFootwear material sock boot, single needle stitchGarment closure single needle stitch, triple sealedAttached overcover attached at valve cover with Velcro®

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Chemical Suit Size Charts

NFPA 1991, 2000 Edition, Sections 3-2.4, 2A, 4B, 3-3.1.4

Recommended Boot and Glove Size Chart –Chemical Suit Size verses Glove and Outer Boot Size

Suit Size Boot Size Glove Size

Extra Small – Medium . . . . . . . . . 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-LargeLarge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-LargeExtra Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-Extra large2 Extra Large. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-Extra Large

Lakeland Industries, Inc. Total Encapsulated Suit Height and Weight Chart

SmallMedium

Large

ExtraLarge

DoubleExtraLarge

TripleExtraLarge

90 110 130 150 170 190 210 230 250 270 290

5'

5'2"

5'4"

5'6"

5'8"

5'10"

6'

6'2"

6'4"

6'6"

6'8"

Height

Weight

XS

Note: If you are wearingstructural fire-fightinggear, you may move up1 size, depending on therestrictions of your gear.

This size chart accomo-dates use of SCBA, hardhats, communicationdevices and regular cov-eralls.

Height is in inches andweight is in pounds.

Note: See “Donning” for adjustment proceedures.

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Quarterly Inspections and Air Pressure Test Chart

Inspection Date Inspected By Remarks Inspection/ Air Test Results

Removed from service date: _____________________________________

Person: ______________________________________________________

Reason: ______________________________________________________

Annual Inspections Log

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Purchased From: Date Purchased By:

Serial Number: Inspected By:

Style and Size: Inspection date:

Tychem® 10,000 Inspection Checklist

Material Check for any abrasions, holes, or tears.

Zipper Check for overall condition, worn or damaged teeth, ease of opera-tion. Lubricate zipper lightly with paraffin, which is readily availablein most grocery stores. Parrafin should be applied lightly to the innerand outer elements. After cycling the fastener several times, the excessflakes should be removed. Do not use s sticky lubricant, which couldgather and hold particles of dirt, grease, or contaminant. Garmentshould be stored with the fastener open.

Facepiece Check that there are no splits, cracks. or deep scratches.

Gloves Check glove integrity, PVC ring, quality of rubber bands, tightness ofmetal ring.

Exhalation valve Check for freedom from obstructions and dirt; if replacement ofvalves are needed, send back to Lakeland for replacement.

Seams Visually check for any split seams, tears, or separations of material.

Leak Test Follow procedures out-lined under “Testing”

Log Please mark log according to your findings. Date and sign, so that thestatus of the suit will be known at all times.

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

Lakeland Industries, Inc.Chemical Protective Clothing Division202 Pride Lane SWDecatur, AL 35601

Customer ServiceToll Free: 800-645-9291Telephone: 256-350-3107Fax: 256-350-3011Email: [email protected]: http://www.lakeland.com

Tychem®, Tychem® 10,000, Kevlar®, Teflon®, Viton®, and Nomex® are registered trademarks of the DuPont Company.Silvershield is a registered trademark of the North Company.Tide® is a registered trademark of Proctor & Gamble.

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