Dräger HPS SafeGuard User manual

Dräger HPS SafeGuard
Instructions for use
Dräger HPS SafeGuard

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Contents
Dräger HPS SafeGuard
Contents
1Safety-related information ................................ 3
2Conventions in this document ......................... 3
2.1 Meaning of the warning notices........................... 3
3Description ......................................................... 3
3.1 Product overview ................................................. 3
3.2 Feature description.............................................. 3
3.3 Intended use........................................................ 3
3.4 Approvals............................................................. 4
3.5 Explanation of type-identifying marking and
symbols ............................................................... 4
4Use ...................................................................... 4
4.1 Prerequisites........................................................ 4
4.2 Preparations for use ............................................ 4
4.3 During use ........................................................... 5
4.4 After use .............................................................. 5
5Maintenance ....................................................... 5
5.1 Maintenance intervals.......................................... 5
5.2 Maintenance work ............................................... 5
6Cleaning and disinfecting ................................. 18
6.1 Manual cleaning and disinfecting ........................ 18
6.2 Automatic cleaning and disinfecting .................... 18
7Separate cleaning of the neck guards ............. 19
7.1 Aramid fibre neck guards..................................... 19
8Transport ............................................................ 20
9Storage ............................................................... 20
10 Disposal.............................................................. 20
10.1 Life span .............................................................. 20
10.2 Disposal information ............................................ 20
11 Technical data.................................................... 20
11.1 Fire helmet........................................................... 20
11.2 Visors................................................................... 20
11.3 Chemical permeation resistance ......................... 20
11.4 Warranty .............................................................. 20
12 Order list............................................................. 20

Safety-related information
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1 Safety-related information
– Before using the product, carefully read these instructions
for use and those of the associated products. Make sure
that the end user also reads the instructions for use before
use.
– Strictly follow the instructions for use. The user must fully
understand and strictly observe the instructions. Use the
product only for the purposes specified in the intended use
section of this document.
– Do not dispose of the instructions for use. Ensure that they
are stored and used appropriately by the product user.
– Only trained and competent users are permitted to use
this product.
– Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to
inspect, repair and service the product. Dräger
recommend a Dräger service contract for all maintenance
activities and that all repairs are carried out by Dräger.
– Do not use a faulty or incomplete product. Do not modify
the product.
– Notify Dräger in the event of any component fault or
failure.
– Use only genuine Dräger spare parts and accessories.
Otherwise, the proper functioning of the product may be
impaired.
– Most of the performance characteristics of the element
(helmet) cannot be tested by the user when the element is
in use.
2 Conventions in this document
2.1 Meaning of the warning notices
The following warning notices are used in this document to
alert the user to potential hazards. The meanings of the
warning notices are defined as follows:
3 Description
3.1 Product overview
3.2 Feature description
The fire helmets in the Dräger HPS SafeGuard series consist
of a paint-coated helmet shell made of glass-fibre reinforced
thermosetting plastic featuring the following properties:
– It is resistant to ageing.
– It is resistant to sunlight (UV radiation).
– Beyond that it offers excellent resistance against
weathering, as well as against chemical and thermal
influences.
The fire helmets are always fitted with a face protector.
The internal helmet components include the cushioning
system, harness, size adjustment system and carrying
system. The internal helmet components can be used to
adjust the helmet to meet the size and shape of the wearer’s
head.
3.3 Intended use
The fire helmets are solely intended for the following
operations:
– Fire fighting in buildings
– Rescue and recovery work
Warning
sign
Signal word Classification of the warning
notice
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation. If not avoided, it
could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation. If not avoided, it
could result in physical injury. It
may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation. If not avoided, it
could result in damage to the
product or environment.
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1 Function plate extend
2 Face protector
3 Reflective strips
4 Front plate
5 Helmet shell
6 Front adjusting ring
7 Front support ring with head padding
8 Rear support ring
9 Rear head padding
10 Harness
11 Neck guard
12 Rear adjusting ring
13 Head straps
14 Adjusting wheel
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– Tasks associated with traffic accidents
– All other tasks that are included in the remit of a fire
fighter, with the exception of riding a motorbike.
Any other use is prohibited.
The fire helmets protect the head and face from the following:
– Impacts
– Sharp objects
– Impact of solid bodies
– Contact with liquids, corrosive chemicals and molten
metals
– Radiant heat
– Flames
– Contact with electrical current
3.4 Approvals
The helmet meets the requirements of the standard
AS/NZS 4067:2012.
3.5 Explanation of type-identifying
marking and symbols
The type identical identification mark is located on the
packaging or the individual components.
3.5.1 Label inside the fire helmet
3.5.2 Marking of the visors
The marking of the visors is engraved. It has the following
meaning:
4 Use
4.1 Prerequisites
– Check whether the helmet is suitable for the conditions in
the respective application, as suitability must not only be
determined during use.
– The helmet must be clean and dry.
4.2 Preparations for use
To identify the helmet, write the name on the label inside the
helmet using a waterproof pen before first use.
In order to ensure that the fire helmet fits properly, the support
ring needs to be adjusted.
The harness and support ring must be adjusted to the head
size for daily use.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to improperly adjusted helmet!
The protective effect of the fire helmet can only be achieved if
the fire helmet fits perfectly.
► Adjust the harness and support ring correctly.
► All add-on pieces must be correctly attached to the fire
helmet.
The following preparations are optional:
– Attaching the lamp holder for standard helmet lamps
– Attaching the Dräger HPS BuddyLight
4.2.1 Adjusting the support ring
1. Pre-adjust the front and rear support rings to the correct
head size (position A: large head circumference, position
B: small head circumference). Select the same position on
both sides.
4.2.2 Putting on the helmet
When adjusting the helmet, take into consideration whether a
flame protection hood or respiratory protective mask will be
used.
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1 Various markings (see table below)
2 Serial number
3 Monitoring body
4 Type of helmet
5 Date of manufacture
6 Manufacturer
7 Standards according to which approval was granted
Marking Explanation of the marking
DST Manufacturer code
Dräger Safety AG & Co. KGaA
50 - 67 Head circumference in cm
DST
50-67 HPS SafeGuard
Revalstraße 1,
D-23560 Lübeck, Germany
AS/NZS 4067:2012 +
A1:2014
BMP No 759723
Australian/
New Zealand
Standard
Polyamid Flame Retardant/ Glasfiber
1 2 3 4
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Marking Explanation of the marking
Z87+ Meets the requirements of ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2015
EN 14458:2018 European Standard, upon which the approval is
based
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1. Put on the fire helmet.
2. Close the chin strap.
3. Adjust the length of the chin strap at the quick-release
buckle. Fix the end of the chin strap with the hook-and-
loop fastener. The chin strap should lie evenly under the
chin.
4. Adjust the length of the neck straps using the adjusting
clamps. The neck straps should lie evenly at the neck.
5. Turn the adjusting wheel until the support ring fits snugly
against your head.
4.2.3 Taking off the helmet
1. Turn the adjusting wheel until the support ring fits loosely
on your head.
2. Open the chin strap.
3. Take off the fire helmet.
4.3 During use
The helmet does not contain any materials that are known
to cause allergic reactions. In individual cases, however,
allergic reactions could still occur in very sensitive people.
The visors may transfer physical impacts to corrective glasses
and damage them.
Full protection can only be achieved when the face protector
is locked into the lowest position.
4.4 After use
Check usability as follows:
– Check helmet shell, internal helmet components, chin
strap and accessories. Replace defective parts.
– Check visor. In case of visible damage, or impaired vision
(e. g. by scratches, discolouring), the visor should be
replaced.
– Check the paint coating of the fire helmet for damage.
The special self-extinguishing coating is the most
important factor for the thermal performance of the helmet.
Damaged coating might shorten the usage period. Small
surface scratches or damages to the paint work do not
reduce the protective effect. They can be repaired with
repair paint.
Fire helmets that are out of use, or cannot be repaired any
more must be destroyed for safety reasons.
Trained personnel or Dräger can check and decide if a
damaged fire helmet is still suitable for use or can be repaired.
CAUTION
The protective effect is reduced after impact!
If the fire helmet absorbs the energy of an impact, it can get
damaged or destroyed.
► Even if the damage is not visible at first, the fire helmet
must be replaced after a heavy bump or impact. Damaged
or impact-stressed fire helmets may no longer be used.
This also applies if no external damage is visible.
5 Maintenance
5.1 Maintenance intervals
Dräger recommends replacing the O-rings on the face
protector as required. For further information see: "Replacing
the face protector", page 6.
Dräger recommends replacing the O-rings on the adjusting
wheel every 6 years. For further information see: "Replacing
the O-ring on the adjusting wheel", page 15.
5.2 Maintenance work
The following maintenance work is normally not carried out by
the firefighter, but by service personnel.
– Replacing the neck guard
– Replacing the face-guard
– Replacing the internal helmet components
– Replacing the function plate
– Replacing the front plate
– Replacing the helmet end plate
– Replacing O-rings
– Replacing the reflective strips
– Repairing paint on the helmet shell
The photos of the helmet are examples.
5.2.1 Replacing the neck guard
Spare parts required:
– Neck guard (3702761)
1. Loosen the hook-and-loop fastener on the front adjusting
ring on both sides.
2. Pull the mounts on the rear adjusting ring to the middle of
the helmet and pull off the neck guard.
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3. Pull the neck guard out of the front adjusting ring at the
side connections.
4. Attach the new neck guard in the reverse order.
5.2.2 Replacing the face protector
Tools required:
– Torx screwdriver T15
– Torque screwdriver T15
– Assembly pad
Spare parts required:
– O-rings (3701719)
– Face protector (3701542)
The screws on the front adjusting ring also hold the function
plates and the face protector. When the screws on the front
adjusting ring are loosened, the function plates and the face
protector loosen also.
1. Loosen both screws on the front adjusting ring.
2. Gently press the front adjusting ring toward the middle of
the helmet and remove the face protector.
3. Check the O-rings in the front adjusting ring for damage
and replace as necessary.
4. Press the function plate onto the helmet shell and place
the face protector on the dome of the function plate
between the helmet shell and the front adjusting ring.
5. Tighten both screws on the front adjusting ring (torque:
2 Nm).
5.2.3 Replacing the internal helmet components
The internal helmet components include:
– Clip lock
– Belt suspension
– Harness
– Head straps
– Rear head padding
– Front support ring with head padding
– Rear support ring
– Front adjusting ring
– Rear adjusting ring
– Cushioning element
Tools required:
– Torx screwdriver T15
– Torque screwdriver T15
– Assembly pads
Spare parts required:
– Clip lock (3724501)
– Belt suspension (3724051)
– Harness (3701665)
– Head straps (3724529)
– Shock absorption pad (3724518)
– Rear head padding (3701614)
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– Front support ring with head padding (3724542)
– Rear support ring (3724578)
– Front adjusting ring (3701518)
– Rear adjusting ring (3701519)
– Cushioning element (3724537)
5.2.4 Completely removing the internal helmet
components
1. Detach the upper part of the clip lock from the rear
adjusting ring.
2. Pull the harness from the three oblong holes.
3. Adjust the support ring to a medium size using the
adjusting wheel. Pull the rear head padding from the rear
support ring and out of the helmet.
4. Push the front and rear support rings against each other in
the oblong holes and take apart.
There is an oblong hole in the front adjusting ring. The
front support ring is engaged in this oblong hole. To
remove it, the front support ring must be pulled out of the
helmet shell.
5. Loosen and remove the front support ring from the front
adjusting ring.
The supporting arms of the front adjusting ring have
oblong holes into which the rear support ring can be
pushed.
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6. Press the supporting arms of the rear support ring in the
oblong holes of the front adjusting ring toward the middle
of the helmet.
7. Pull the telescope from the adjusting wheel and remove
the rear support ring.
8. Remove the head straps with the shock absorption pad.
The screws on the front adjusting ring also hold the
function plates and the face protector. When the screws
on the front adjusting ring are loosened, the function
plates and the face protector loosen also.
9. Loosen the screws on the front adjusting ring.
10. Gently press the front adjusting ring toward the middle of
the helmet and remove from the helmet shell.
11. Remove the cushioning element from the helmet shell.
12. Loosen the screws on the rear adjusting ring and remove
the belt suspension.
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13. Remove the rear adjusting ring from the helmet shell and
dismantle the clip lock.
5.2.4.1 Completely assembling the internal helmet
components
Dräger recommends always replacing the helmet shell and
cushioning element at the same time.
1. Pull the lower part of the clip lock through the rear
adjusting ring.
2. Position the rear adjusting ring in the helmet shell.
3. Position the belt suspension on the rear adjusting ring and
tighten with the screws (torque: 2 Nm).
4. Position the cushioning element in the helmet shell.
5. Place the front adjusting ring in the helmet shell.
6. Insert the face protector into the helmet shell and press
the function plate onto the helmet shell. Place the face
protector on the dome of the function plate between the
helmet shell and the front adjusting ring.
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7. Tighten the screws on the front adjusting ring (torque:
2 Nm).
8. Secure the head straps with the shock absorption pad at
the front and rear adjusting rings.
9. Insert the telescope in the adjusting wheel in order to
position the rear support ring in the helmet shell.
10. Secure the supporting arms of the rear support ring in the
oblong holes of the front adjusting ring.
11. Attach the front support ring to the front adjusting ring.
12. Attach the front support ring to the rear support ring.
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13. Attach the harness to the front and rear adjusting rings.
The clip lock on the rear adjusting ring must be unlocked.
14. Press the upper part of the clip lock completely into the
rear adjusting ring so that the harness is fixed in place.
15. Adjust the rear head padding and attach to the rear
support ring.
5.2.4.2 Replacing the harness
Spare parts required:
– Harness (3701665)
1. Detach the upper part of the clip lock from the rear
adjusting ring.
2. Pull the harness from the three oblong holes.
3. Attach the new harness to the front and rear adjusting
rings.
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4. Press the upper part of the clip lock completely into the
rear adjusting ring so that the harness is fixed in place.
5.2.4.3 Replacing the head straps
Spare parts required:
– Head straps (3724529)
The head straps can be replaced without needing to
remove any other internal helmet components. The image has
been chosen to highlight the correct positioning in the
adjusting rings.
1. Pull the head straps out of the oblong holes.
2. Secure the new head straps at the front and rear adjusting
rings.
The head straps are part of the helmet's overall
cushioning system.
To ensure that the helmet protects the wearer as intended,
attach the head straps to the rear adjusting ring.
5.2.4.4 Replacing the front head padding
The front head padding is firmly attached to the front
support ring. In order to replace the head padding at the front,
the front support ring must be replaced.
Spare parts required:
– Front support ring with head padding (3724542)
1. Push the front and rear support rings against each other in
the oblong holes and take apart.
There is an oblong hole in the front adjusting ring. The
front support ring is engaged in this oblong hole. To
remove it, the front support ring must be pulled out of the
helmet shell.
2. Loosen and remove the front support ring from the front
adjusting ring.
3. Attach the new front support ring to the front adjusting
ring.
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4. Attach the front support ring to the rear support ring.
5.2.4.5 Replacing the rear head padding
Spare parts required:
– Rear head padding (3701614)
1. Adjust the support ring to a medium size using the
adjusting wheel. Pull the rear head padding from the rear
support ring and out of the helmet.
2. Adjust the rear head padding and attach to the rear
support ring.
5.2.5 Replacing the function plate
Tools required:
– Torx screwdriver T15
– Torque screwdriver T15
Spare parts required:
– Function plate extend (3701634)
The screws on the front adjusting ring also hold the function
plates and the face protector. When the screws on the front
adjusting ring are loosened, the function plates and the face
protector loosen also.
1. Loosen the screw for the front adjusting ring on the side at
which the function plate is to be replaced.
2. Remove the old function plate from the helmet shell.
3. Place the new function plate in the helmet shell.
4. Press the function plate onto the helmet shell and place
the face protector on the dome of the function plate
between the helmet shell and the front adjusting ring.
5. Tighten the screw on the front adjusting ring (torque:
2 Nm)
5.2.6 Replacing the front plate
Tools required:
– Torx screwdriver T8
– Torque screwdriver T8
Spare parts required:
– Front plate (3724503)
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1. Use the Torx screwdriver to loosen the cover screw and
remove the cover.
2. Place both thumbs centrally on the edge of the front plate
and push the front plate firmly upwards, pressing the
helmet shell together.
3. Place the new front plate on the guide and press it against
the edge of the helmet. Make sure that the front plate is
latched onto the helmet shell on both sides.
4. Place the cover on the front plate.
5. Tighten the screw with the torque screwdriver (torque:
0.7 Nm)
5.2.7 Replacing the helmet end plate
Spare parts required:
– Helmet end plate (3724502)
– Circlip pliers
As the helmet end plate is tensioned when inserted into the
helmet shell, it generally breaks when removed.
1. Detach the upper part of the clip lock from the rear
adjusting ring.
2. Pull the harness from the oblong hole.
3. Pull the telescope out of the adjusting wheel.
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4. Release the circlip with the circlip pliers.
5. Pull the adjusting wheel out of the helmet shell.
6. Warm up the helmet end plate with a hair dryer to loosen
the adhesive tape.
7. Pull the helmet end plate from the helmet shell on the
outside.
8. Release the helmet end plate in the helmet shell.
9. Remove the helmet end plate.
10. Hook the new helmet end plate at the front of the helmet
shell first and then at the sides. Then press the new
helmet end plate into the two grooves in the middle at the
rear.
11. Insert the adjusting wheel into the helmet shell and secure
with the circlip.
12. Insert the telescope into the adjusting wheel.
13. Attach the harness to the rear adjusting ring.
14. Press the upper part of the clip lock completely into the
rear adjusting ring so that the harness is fixed in place.
5.2.8 Replacing the O-ring on the adjusting
wheel
Tools required:
– Torx screwdriver T15
– Torque screwdriver T15
– Circlip pliers
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Spare parts required:
– HPS SafeGuard O-rings spare part set (3701637)
– If required, adjusting wheel (3701635)
1. Pull the harness from the oblong hole.
2. Pull the telescope out of the adjusting wheel.
3. Release the circlip with the circlip pliers.
4. Pull the adjusting wheel out of the helmet shell.
5. Remove the O-ring from the adjusting wheel.
6. Place the new O-ring on the adjusting wheel. If necessary,
use a new adjusting wheel.
7. Insert the adjusting wheel into the helmet shell and secure
with the circlip.
8. Inset the telescope into the adjusting wheel.
9. Attach the harness to the rear adjusting ring.
5.2.9 Replacing the reflective strips
Tools required:
– Cleaning solvent
– Lint-free, cleaning solvent-resistant cloth
– Disposable gloves
– If required, hairdryer
Spare parts required:
– Reflective strips, rear
yellow (3724523)
– Reflective strips, front
yellow (3724522)
CAUTION
Use suitable protective gloves when working with cleaning
solvent. Avoid eye contact with cleaning solvent.
In the event of contact with the eyes, hold eyes open and flush
with plenty of clean running water for at least 10 minutes.
Remove contact lenses where applicable.
Heat the reflective strip with a standard hair dryer to
facilitate removal.
1. Remove the old reflective strip by hand.
2. Soak a cloth in cleaning solvent and carefully remove any
adhesive residues.
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5.2.9.1 Affixing the rear reflective strip
1. Align the notch in the middle of the reflective strip with the
mark on the helmet shell.
2. Remove the protective foil from one side of the reflective
strip and slowly affix the reflective strip in place, starting
from the centre.
3. Align the reflective strip with the edge, pull it slightly with
one hand and smooth out any wrinkles with your fingers.
4. Remove the protective foil from the other side of the
reflective strip and affix the other side of the reflective strip
in the exact same manner.
5. Remove the outer protective film from the reflective strip.
5.2.9.2 Affixing the side reflective strip
1. Remove the protective foil from the narrow side of the
reflective strip.
2. Align the top of the reflective strip with the top of the
function plate and along the long edge of the function
plate.
3. Apply the reflective strip.
4. Remove the protective foil completely, affix the reflective
strip in place and smooth out any creases with your
fingers.
5. Remove the outer protective film from the reflective strip.
5.2.9.3 Affixing the front reflective strip
1. Remove the protective foil from one side.
2. Align the reflective strip along the edge and affix it in
place.
3. Remove the protective foil from the other side, affix the
label completely and smooth out any creases with your
fingers.
5.2.10 Repairing paint on the helmet shell
CAUTION
The repair paint is hazardous to health and water in its liquid
state!
It must not enter the sewer system, bodies of water or the soil.
It must not be swallowed. Avoid contact with the eyes and
skin.
In the event of contact with the eyes, hold eyes open and flush
with plenty of clean running water for at least 10 minutes.
Remove any contact lenses. In case of skin contact, clean the
point of contact thoroughly with soap and water.
If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
The substrate must be free of dirt, grinding dust, oil and
grease.
1. Apply the paint with the enclosed brush in several thin
coats on damaged areas, until depressions are filled and
colour differences are balanced.
2. Allow the paint to dry:
These specifications apply to 60 μm dry film thickness. Drying
times are considerably longer for higher film thicknesses. If
force dried, e.g. at 50 °C, a flash-off time of at least
10 minutes at room temperature should be respected.
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6 Cleaning and disinfecting
6.1 Manual cleaning and disinfecting
Generally, cleaning the fire helmet after use will suffice. The
internal helmet components can be disinfected if the fire
helmet has been used in contaminated areas.
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the material!
For cleaning and disinfecting, do not use any solvents (e.g.
acetone or alcohol) or cleaning agents with scouring particles.
► Only follow the specified procedure and use the specified
cleaning and disinfecting agents. Other agents, dosages
and application times may cause damage to the product.
6.1.1 Cleaning
NOTICE
If the fire helmet is to be cleaned in an immersion bath, only
submerge the helmet briefly in order to prevent the anti-fog
coating of the visors from dissolving.
1. Remove electronic components from the fire helmet and
clean separately.
2. Prepare a cleaning solution consisting of water and a
detergent. Alternatively, lukewarm soapy water or water
can be used.
3. Clean the helmet components as follows:
● Helmet shell:
Clean using a soft cloth and the cleaning solution.
Rinse with clear water and wipe dry.
● Visors with multiple coatings (anti-fog and anti-scratch
coating):
Clean with lukewarm soapy water or water. Rinse off
with clear water. The outside of the visors can be
wiped dry. Allow the inside of the visor to air-dry.
● Textiles:
Clean with the cleaning solution. Rinse with clear
water. Allow to air-dry.
6.1.2 Disinfection
1. Prepare a disinfectant bath containing water and a
disinfectant.
2. Place all parts to be disinfected into the disinfectant bath
(duration: 15 minutes).
3. Thoroughly rinse all parts under running water.
4. Dry all parts in the air or in a drying cabinet (temperature:
max. 60 °C). Do not expose to direct sunlight.
6.2 Automatic cleaning and disinfecting
Dräger has approved two cleaning procedures for
automatically cleaning and disinfecting the fire helmet:
Reprocessing in a drum washing machine or in a machine
using a spray method.
In most cases, cleaning the fire helmet is enough to safely
remove soiling and contamination. Performing disinfection to
safely remove 99.999 % of germs is necessary only in very
few cases. Disinfectants cause the surface of all parts and
components of the helmet to deteriorate considerably,
especially the coatings on the visors, and can thus result in
damage.
During machine reprocessing, fire helmets are subject to
considerably greater mechanical stress than they are during
manual cleaning. The mechanical stress during reprocessing
in a drum washing machine is greater on the whole than it is
during reprocessing using the spray procedure. Machine
cleaning can have a negative impact on the life span of the
fire helmet.
Coated visors, especially visors with a permanent anti-fog
coating, are subject to particularly high stresses during
machine cleaning with longer contact times with the result that
the coating may come off or be permanently damaged.
Coated visors must be thoroughly air-dried or be dried in the
drying cabinet. After drying, coated visors should be aired out
for at least one day in normal climatic conditions according to
DIN EN ISO 291 so that the coating can regenerate and an
optimum service life can be achieved. The helmet, and the
textile components in particular, must be dried very thoroughly
to prevent mould formation.
The helmet might get damaged if the following specifications
are not taken into account.
6.2.1 Machine reprocessing the fire helmet in a
drum washing machine
6.2.1.1 Reprocessing instructions
1. Remove electronic accessories (e.g. helmet lamp,
HPS BuddyLight rear light) from the fire helmet and clean
them separately.
2. Fold up the face protector.
3. Load the washing machine in such a way that only one
additional helmet would fit into the washing machine.
4. Place the fire helmet in a wash bag.
5. Start the washing programme.
6. Rinse thoroughly at least six times.
7. Dry all parts in the air or in a drying cabinet (temperature:
max. 60 °C) very thoroughly and sufficiently. Do not
expose to direct sunlight.
6.2.1.2 Parameters for cleaning and disinfecting
– Allowed and approved agents:
– Suma Jade Pur-Eco L8 (cleaning agent)
– neodisher MediClean Forte (cleaning agent)
– neodisher Dekonta AF (cleaning agent and
disinfectant)
– Eltra (cleaning agent and disinfectant)
– Sekumatic FDR (cleaning agent and disinfectant)
– Precleaning phase (depends on the type of machine)
– Duration: until the operating temperature has been
reached, depending on the machine type
– Temperature: 55 °C (Suma Jade); 50 °C to 55 °C
(neodisher), 60 °C (Eltra, Sekumatik FDR)
– Cleaning phase or cleaning and disinfection phase:
– Duration: 5.0 min
– Temperature: 55 °C (Suma Jade); 50 °C to 55 °C
(neodisher)
– Concentrations of the agents used:
Suma Jade Pur-Eco L8: 0.4 %
neodisher MediClean Forte: 0.5 % to 1.0 %
neodisher Dekonta AF: 1 %
For information on suitable cleaning agents and disin-
fectants and their specifications, see document
9100081 at www.draeger.com/IFU.

Separate cleaning of the neck guards
Instructions for use | Dräger HPS SafeGuard 19
Eltra: 7 g/1 L water
Sekumatik FDR: 10 mL/1 L water
– Rinsing phase (depends on the machine type):
– Duration: 6 x 3-4 min
– Temperature: 15 °C to 25 °C
6.2.2 Machine reprocessing the fire helmet in a
machine with the spray procedure
6.2.2.1 Reprocessing instructions
1. Remove electronic accessories (e.g. HPS BuddyLight rear
light) from the fire helmet and clean them separately.
2. Fold up the face protector.
3. Remove textile components from the internal helmet
components (e.g. the harness) and the neck guard and
clean them separately either manually or mechanically in
a washing net in a drum washing machine.
4. Load the helmet without textile components into the
washing machine.
5. Start the washing programme.
6. Rinse it well several times.
7. Dry all parts in the air or in a drying cabinet (temperature:
max. 60 °C) very thoroughly and sufficiently. Do not
expose to direct sunlight.
6.2.2.2 Parameters for cleaning and disinfecting
– Allowed and approved agents:
– Suma Jade Pur-Eco L8 (cleaning agent)
– neodisher MediClean Forte (cleaning agent)
– neodisher Dekonta AF (cleaning agent and
disinfectant)
– Sekumatic FDR (cleaning agent and disinfectant)
– Suma Med neutral (neutralising agent)
– neodisher Polyklar (neutralising agent)
– Precleaning phase:
– Is generally not applicable (depends on the type of
machine)
– Cleaning phase or cleaning and disinfection phase:
– Duration: 5.0 min to 22.0 min - depending on the level
of soiling
– Temperature: 55 °C (Suma Jade); 50 °C to 55 °C
(neodisher), 60 °C (Sekumatik FDR)
– Concentrations of the agents used:
Suma Jade Pur-Eco L8: 0.4 %
neodisher MediClean Forte: 0.5 % to 1.0 %
neodisher Dekonta AF: 1 % Sekumatik FDR:
10 mL/1 L water
– Rinsing phase (depends on the machine type):
– Duration: min. 25 s (Dräger MFC: 3 x 3 min)
– Temperature: 50 °C to 55 °C (Sekumatik FDR: 60 °C,
Dräger MFC: 15 °C to 55 °C)
– Neutralising agent (depends on the cleaning agent and
disinfectant used):
for Suma Jade Pur-Eco L8:
Suma Med neutral 0.05 % to 0.1 %
for neodisher MediClean Forte and neodisher
DekontaAF: neodisher Polyklar 0.05 % to 0.1 %
7 Separate cleaning of the neck
guards
CAUTION
Protective function of the neck guard is lost
If any cleaning agents are used other than those specified in
this document, the protective function of the neck guards will
be lost.
► Do not use any optical brighteners, chlorine bleach or
fabric softener!
For effective cleaning of the neck guards, the maximum
machine load must not exceed 60 % of the washing
machine’s rated load.
7.1 Aramid fibre neck guards
The aramid fibre neck guards can be washed with other
flame-retardant protective clothing for firefighters if the
clothing is compatible with the washing procedure described
below. Neck guards must be washed separately from other
clothing.
The liquor ratio1) must be 1:5 during pre-wash and main
wash.
Recommended detergent:
– Dermasil Plus
– Usona liquid
– Saprit Protect, if applicable
1. If necessary, fasten the hook-and-loop fasteners of the
neck guards.
2. Put items in the washing machine (note the liquor ratio).
3. Pre-wash: Wash the items at a temperature of 60 °C over
8 min. A pH value of 9 must not be exceeded.
Drum speed approx. 20 rpm
Dosage: 10 g/kg Usona liquid or 3-4 g/kg Dermasil Plus.
4. Main wash: Wash the items at a temperature of 60 °C over
15 min. A pH value of 9 must not be exceeded.
Drum speed approx. 20 rpm
Dosage: 20 g/kg Usona liquid or 2-3 g/kg Dermasil Plus.
5. Rinsing: Rinse in cold water for approx. 4 minutes. The
liquor ratio may be 1:7 during rinsing. Detergent residues
may impair the flame-retardant and water-repellent
properties and must be completely removed.
6. Spin drying: At low speed (use the washing machine's low
setting). Avoid prolonged spin-drying! (Use air drying or
dryer.)
7. Drying: Allow the neck guard to air-dry or dry it in the
drying cabinet. (Duration: 40 min at 65 °C. Extend the
drying time as needed, but no longer than 60 min. Do not
exceed 70 °C.) Do not expose to direct sunlight.
NOTICE
Do not allow the material to dry longer than specified,
otherwise it will be damaged
► Observe the drying time!
Neck guards can be impregnated with Saprit Protect Plus.
1) The liquor ratio indicates the ratio of the weight of the goods being
washed or the capacity, to the quantity of cleaning solution (water
including detergent) in the machine.

20 Instructions for use | Dräger HPS SafeGuard
Transport
8 Transport
The fire helmet can be transported in a helmet case or in a
helmet bag. The fire helmet might also be transported in a
cardboard box if it is packed in a PE-bag or wrapped in a
sufficient amount of wrapping paper. All attached parts can
remain attached to the fire helmet for transport. The visors
should be folded up (not the in-use position).
9 Storage
Store the fire helmet in a cool and dry sheltered place. Avoid
exposure to direct sunlight during storage in order to prevent
any possible long term damage to the coating due to
ultraviolet radiation (especially in case of fluorescent paint).
Store visors in a clean, dry area out of direct sunlight and high
humidity.
Avoid storage near aggressive substances (e.g. solvents,
fuels).
10 Disposal
10.1 Life span
Check the usability after every use (see "After use", page 5).
The service life of the helmet and visors depends on the
following factors:
– Materials used
– Environment in which the helmet is used and stored
– Type of strain
– Intended use
– Compliance with maintenance instructions
Further information can be obtained from Dräger.
10.2 Disposal information
Dispose of the product in accordance with the applicable rules
and regulations.
11 Technical data
11.1 Fire helmet
11.2 Visors
11.3 Chemical permeation resistance
The fire helmets and visors are resistant to the following
chemicals:
11.4 Warranty
Unless otherwise agreed between Dräger and the customer,
the following shall apply in the event of defects in material or
workmanship of the product: The customer has to contact the
company from which they bought the product ("seller"). The
warranty conditions agreed between the customer and the
seller apply. The product must be used in strict accordance
with the instructions for use. Any use that does not comply
with the instructions for use may invalidate the warranty.
12 Order list
Optionally available accessories (e.g. helmet lamps, lamp
holders, customised marking) and spare parts are listed in the
spare parts list 1412.667.
The spare parts list 1412.667 is available on request.
Material of the
helmet shell
Fibreglass-reinforced, thermoplastic (PA-GF)
Weight: Basic version: approx. 1250 g
Storage conditions:
Temperature 0°C to 45°C
rel. humidity up to 90 %
Visor material Polycarbonate
Optical class 1
Chemical Concentration (mass-%)
Sulphur dioxide 30 % (aqueous solution)
Sodium hydroxide 10 % (aqueous solution)
p-Xylene undiluted
Butane-1-ol undiluted
n-heptane undiluted