Apollo 20 HP Supplied-Air Respirator (Rev. D)0 pages

Description
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
The Apollo 20 HP is a Type CE,
continuous-flow, supplied-air respirator for
abrasive blasting, to be used with a
compressed air source. 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 HP
Supplied-Air
Respirator
For use with
compressed air supply
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 HP is designed for use
with compressed air systems. 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:
• Source of Grade D (or better quality)
breathing air providing 7 to 15 cfm at
65 to 100 psi (if Clem-Cool or CCT is
used, increase cfm to 20)
• A breathing air filter (such as the
Clemco CPF) to remove oil, moisture,
particles, and odors
• Carbon monoxide monitor and alarm
(such as the Clemco CMS-2)
• 3/8-inch x 50-feet approved respirator
hose from the breathing air filter to the
helmet connection, stock no. 04415
• Protective clothing, gloves, and shoes
suitable for a heavy construction site
• Primary hearing and eye protection
Description of Operation
The Apollo 20 is a single-shell
construction helmet supported by an
adjustable suspension. The DLX comfortfit suspension surrounds the operator’s
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 helmet can be purchased with one
of the following:
• Constant-Flow Connector — fixed air
flow (no adjustment possible)
• Air Control Valve — to adjust flow
rate of incoming air
• Clem-Cool Air Conditioner — to cool
incoming air
• Climate Control Tube — to cool or
warm incoming air as needed
With all but the Constant-Flow
Connector, the operator can adjust the
flow of air. None of the valves can be
adjusted beyond pre-set minimum and
maximum settings specified by NIOSH.
A flexible breathing tube between the
valve 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 should 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 positive pressure
inside the helmet, so exhaled air exits via
the knit collar. Maintaining positive
pressure inside the helmet helps keep out
potentially harmful dust and abrasive.
Advantages
• 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 HP helmet is a NIOSHapproved, type CE respirator (approval
number TC-19C-338) 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.