Apollo 20 LP Supplied-Air Respirator (Rev. E)0 pages

Description
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
The Apollo 20 LP is a Type CE,
continuous flow, supplied-air respirator
with Constant-Flow Connector for abrasive blasting, to be used with an ambient
air pump. The bright green helmet has a
box-front window, and a protective cape.
The Apollo 20 comes standard with DLX
comfort-fit suspension.
Apollo 20 LP
Supplied-Air
Respirator
For use with
ambient-air pump
Note: For safe, efficient blasting, read
and follow the owner's manual and seek
training for everyone who will use this
equipment.
Purpose
The Apollo 20 LP is designed for use
with an ambient air pump. It meets
OSHA standards for respiratory protection
and noise limitations. The Apollo 20’s
full-helmet design and heavy-duty cape
protect the blast operator’s head, neck,
shoulders, and chest from rebounding
abrasive.
Requirements for Operation
The following items are required or
recommended for operation, but are not
included with this respirator:
• An ambient air pump approved for use
with respirators, capable of delivering 7
to 15 cfm of air at 8 to 12 psi
• 1/2-inch x 50-feet respirator hose
from the ambient air pump to the
helmet connection, stock no. 22510
• Protective clothing, gloves, and shoes
suitable for a heavy construction site
• Primary hearing and eye protection
• Output from the ambient air pump must
meet the standard for Grade D
breathing air, as defined by the
Compressed Gas Association,
Commodity Specification: G-7.1
(www.cganet.com)
Description of Operation
The Apollo 20 is a single-shell construction helmet supported by an
adjustable suspension. The DLX comfort-fit suspension (2 sizes) surrounds the
operators head with comfortable padding.
A chin strap holds the helmet firmly in
place. The rectangular window provides a
clear field of view. An inner fixed lens
and one middle lens seal out dust and
abrasive.
Up to three lightweight, disposable
outer lenses, held in place by a hinged
frame, protect the middle lens from
pitting. As the outermost disposable lens
becomes pitted, it can be torn off to
expose the next lens.
The Apollo 20 LP comes with a
Constant-Flow Connector that provides a
fixed flow of air. It is engineered for flow
settings as specified by NIOSH.
A flexible breathing tube between the
Constant-Flow Connector and the helmet
allows free movement of the operator’s
head. This tube contains specially
formulated sound-deadening materials
that help the respirator comply with 80
dBA maximum noise level while allowing
free air flow. For maximum protection
while blasting, the operator must wear ear
plugs or other suitable hearing protection
and safety glasses or goggles.
The air enters the helmet at the rear,
travels through a sound-attenuating
distribution system at the top, and
circulates about the operator’s face. The
incoming air maintains slightly positive
pressure inside the helmet, so exhaled air
exits via the knit collar. Maintaining
positive pressure inside the helmet helps
keep out the potentially harmful dust and
abrasive.
Advantages
• Requires no compressor, breathing air
filter, or CO monitor
• DLX comfort-fit suspension
• Box-front window features economical
replacement lenses
• Sound-attenuating, air-distribution
channel
• Lightweight construction
• Molded-in carrying handle
• Allows operator to wear supplementary
hearing and primary eye protection
Approvals and
Certifications
The Apollo 20 LP helmet is a NIOSHapproved type CE respirator (approval
number TC-19C-339) and is recognized
by OSHA as having an assigned protection
factor (APF) against lead dust of 1000
times the permissible exposure limit
(PEL).
NOTE: Prior to use, ensure that the
Apollo, type CE, supplied-air respirator
is appropriate for your specific blasting
conditions and requirements.