Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group Supplied-air hood
What is the SR63? Supplied-air hood Covers entire head, neck and upper shoulders Air pressure inside hood prevents outside air from entering Provides clean breathing air from a remote source to the lungs Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
What is the SR63? Hood Visor frame Polycarbonate visor Neck strap Exhalation valve Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
What is the SR63? Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group Head harness (inside hood) Air inlet Breathing hose Connector (nipple)
How does it work? A continuous flow of clean air is fed into the hood from a remote source (compressor, pump) Air flows out through the exhalation valve Contaminated outside air cannot get into the hood due to the higher air pressure inside Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
The supplied-air system Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group CompressorAirline filterSupply hoseRegulator Air tool SR63
Advantages Covers head, neck and shoulders Durable PVC-supported nylon material Crush-proof, scratch- proof polycarbonate visor Hood + air tool from the same source Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Advantages Suitable for people who cannot rely on facial fit: Beard, moustache etc. Skin conditions Dentures Unusual face shape/size Psychological reasons Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Supply hose Restricted mobility Limited distance Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Air quality Intake air at source must be free of contaminants Oil content must be below the smell threshold (0.3 mg/m 3 ) Air must not be so cold as to freeze equipment Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Where use? Instead of respirators User unable to rely on tight facial fit Poor warning properties (smell, taste) Highly toxic substances High concentrations Flammable atmosphere Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Where NOT to use Not enough oxygen Unknown contaminant IDLH Oxygen-enriched Breathing difficulties Smell or taste contaminant Dizziness, discomfort Warning whistle Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Spray painting Use visor film Peel off film after film as visor clogs up Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
Before use Clean & intact Securely connected Breathing-air quality Know how to use Copyright © 2013 by The S.E.A. Group
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