OBERON USER GUIDE
Arc Flash Suit Care & Use
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TCG Series | Rev 2
•If it’s dirty use soap and water and dry it with a clean soft cloth.
•If you only need to clean finger prints, try gently exhaling to create moisture on the outside
surface and cleaning the lens with a clean microfiber cloth, similar to how you clean your
sunglasses.
•Make sure the shield window snaps are closed both on the top and bottom.
•The inside of the hood the shield lens has an anti-fog coating. Never use detergent or chemicals
such as Windex on the inside surface of the shield.
•Anti-fog instructions: Humidity activates the properties so pull the hood towards you and
breathe on the inside surface. It’s important for your shield to be at room temperature for best
results. You need to activate the anti-fog coating before every use.
•Consider using a hood ventilation system that circulates air to your breathing zone. Oberon’s
system delivers the external air directly down the inside of the hood shield window to reduce
fogging in extreme conditions.
•The hood requires an approved hard hat for compliance. Check the hard hat itself including the
suspension to make sure nothing is broken or out of place.
•The hard hat inside of the hood is connected to the shield using adapters.
•Make sure the hard hat is securely installed and the adapters are not broken. These parts are
made with plastic so if they break it’s easy to buy replacements.
•Inspect the fabric inside and out to make sure it’s not ripped, frayed, no holes, any damage or
contamination.
•For hoods equipped with a Hood Ventilation System (HVS) inspect to make sure the fan is still
locked in place and flip the switch to check if the “AA” batteries still work.
•The same with the optional LED headlamp, make sure it is securely mounted on the strap and
check to make sure the batteries still work.
Once you’ve completed inspecting the hood, place it down in a safe location that is clean and dry. If
that’s hard to find, place it back inside the storage bag temporarily.
Inspect the coat;
•Inspect the fabric to make sure there are no signs of damage such as rips, holes, fraying or
contamination.
•Check the zipper to make sure it’s functional.
Inspect the bib-overalls;
•Inspect the fabric again, inside and out.
•Check the buckles and suspenders for any damage.
•TIP: It’s easier if you keep the buckles closed for when you go to put on the bib-overalls.
•When holding your bib-overalls check the suspenders to make sure they aren’t twisted.
How to Wear an Arc Flash Suit:
Before donning (putting on) your arc flash suit check to make sure you’re ready. The Standards
require that you wear natural fiber clothing or arc-rated garments under your arc flash suit. Never
wear clothing that contains meltable fibers. If you need a cooling vest or fall protection harness make
sure to put them on before donning your arc flash suit.
