This attire consists of the following: Actual conditions of use cannot be directly simulated in a test environ- ment therefore it is the responsibility of the end user and not the Jacket features: manufacturer or supplier to determine the arc flash suitability for the • Silver flame retardant reflective tape on sleeves for enhanced visibility. intended use. • Front opening with concealed flame retardant brass zip and Velcro Arc flash protective suits should be thoroughly inspected before use to strips closure for ease of putting on and taking off. ensure no damage is present. • Seams with triple needle topstitching for added durability.. • Sleeves feature a flame retardant knitted cuff providing a great seal Specifications when used with gloves and prevents sleeves from rolling upwards. Style: 2-Piece collared long sleeve conti suit, with reflective • Right sleeve with Dromex® Arc heat transfer print. strips, available in navy blue and orange. • 1 Left chest pocket and mitred flap with concealed flame-retardant Fabric composition: 88% Cotton 12% Nylon. ARC FLASH SUIT ATPV 15 Cal/cm² Velcro closure and Dromex Arc heat transfer print. Mass: 305gsm. • ATPV 15 cal/cm embroidery on right hand side of chest for garment Reflective: 50mm Silver flame retardant tape. suitability identification. Additional: Arc clothing must be worn with additional and • 2 Rounded waist pockets with concealed flame retardant Velcro strip correctly selected Arc PPE to ensure complete closure. protection against the hazards of Arc Flash. • Side slits for better fit over waist. Refer to table “Arc Flash PPE Categories” for further Pants features: compatible PPE. • Silver flame retardant reflective tape on legs for enhanced visibility. Packaging • Front opening with concealed flame retardant brass zip, Velcro strip and metal button closure for ease of putting on and taking off. Jacket: DW-ARC15-J (Navy blue) and DW-ARC15-OR-J (Orange) • An elasticated waist with 7 belt loops. are packed in a resealable polybag and sold individually. • Seams with triple needle topstitching for added durability. Pants: DW-ARC15-P (Navy blue) and DW-ARC15-OR-P (Orange) • Front with side swing pockets. are packed in a resealable polybag and sold individually. • Back right hand side with rounded pocket and mitred flap with concealed flame retardant Velcro strip closure and Dromex Arc heat Sizes Available transfer print. Jacket: 32-60 • ATPV 15 cal/cm embroidery at centre of left back panel for garment suitability identification. • Ruler pocket on the right back leg. Size Nominal measurements of finished garment (cm) designation Chest Back Back Sleeve These garments are commonly used in the following industries: circumference length width length • Automotive 77 94 70 36 47 • Construction 82 99 71 38 47 • Mining 87 104 72 40 48 92 109 73 42 48 • Petroleum 97 114 74 44 49 • Utilities and Power Generators 102 119 74,5 46 49 • Data centres 107 124 75 48 50 • High volume manufacturing 112 129 75,5 50 50 117 134 76 52 51 • Substations and switchrooms 122 139 76,5 54 51 127 144 77 56 52 Dromex® A.P.T™ fabrics are self-extinguishing, heat resistant and resistant 132 149 77,5 58 52 to ignition. Dromex® Arc garments are sewn with flame retardant thread. 137 154 78 60 53 142 159 78,5 62 53 Special Instructions 147 164 79 64 54 152 169 79,5 66 54 Decription Note: For electric arc exposures, wear the correct number of flame resistant 157 174 80 68 54 The Dromex® Arc product range is designed to protect the user from the clothing layers as dictated by an electric arc hazard analyst. hazards of heat and to reduce total burn injury when working in environ- In potentially explosive environments, proper grounding procedures must ments exposed to electric arc hazards. be used for protection against electrostatic spark ignition. Do not put on or remove garments when in a potentially explosive environ- Dromex® Arc garments are manufactured with our exclusive Dromex® ment. A.P.T™ (Arc Protective Technologies) fabric blend, which has been carefully None of the materials or processes used in the manufacture of these developed by our team along with industry experts and professionals to products are known to be harmful to the wearer. ensure specialised Arc safety and global standards are met. The manufacturer has examined under the system for ensuring quality of Our Dromex® A.P.T™ fabric and garments have been tested to NFPA, ASTM, production by means of monitoring and inspection. EN, SABS and IEC standards. These Arc flash suits are designed to accommodate the basic safety requirements and standards for Personal Protective Equipment. EN The information contained herein is intended to assist the wearer in the selection of Personal Protective Equipment. Pants: 28-56 Cleaning & Maintenance Marking TYVEK ATPV LOOP FOLD CARE LABEL MAIN LABEL Nominal measurements of finished garment (cm) Garments of Dromex® A.P.T™ brand fibre can be cleaned by home or Size commercial laundry or by dry cleaning procedures without loss of their designation NFPA2112 ASTMF1959 EN11611:2005 Waist Outside leg Inside leg inherent protective features. extended length length DW-ARC 67mm The following suggestions will help keep your garment safe and neat. 88% COTTON 12% NYLON FLAME RETARDANT MADE IN 77/67 80 102 78 SOUTH AFRICA Should home procedures not remove contaminants, commercial laundering Warm Do not Tumble Dry 82/72 85 104 79 Wash Bleach Cool Iron Dry Low Cleanable 87/77 90 106 80 or dry-cleaning is recommended: 60C P 92/82 95 108 81 100mm 97/87 100 110 82 • Launder garments of Dromex® A.P.T™ separate from personal non-flame Position: 107/92 105 110 82 2 resistant clothing to help avoid contamination by flammable materials. ATPV 15 cal/cm • Jacket - Neck (Inside) 112/102 115 111 82 This garment is made of Dromex A.P.T TM • Pants - Left pocket (Inside) 117/107 120 111 81 • Pre-treat greasy stains and collar/cuff lines. (Arc Protective Technologies) and is a trademark of Dromex. 122/112 125 111 81 Manufactured by Dromex • Wash garments in warm water with heavy duty detergent. P.O. Box 2005, New Germany, 3620 127/117 130 111 80 Tel: 031 713 1960 . Fax: 031 705 6508 DROMEX ARC BOOKLET • Do not overload home laundry equipment. The purpose of this garment is to protect against the 132/122 135 111 80 thermal hazards created by an Arc Flash. 137/127 140 112 80 • Do not use chlorine bleach or detergents containing chlorine bleach. 142/132 145 112 80 • Chlorine bleach may cause fading and reduce fabric strength. Flammable contaminants will reduce the thermal protection of 147/137 150 113 80 • Tumble dry garments at a low setting. 70mm 152/142 155 113 80 contaminants are present when the garment is worn. Repairs to 157/147 160 113 80 • Remove and hang garments as soon as tumbler stops. RECOMMENDATIONS • Do not hang in direct sun as fading and reduction of fabric strength can To maximise protection, garments should be: Compliance & Conformity occur. 170mm • Only made of cotton, silk or wool. • When using commercial laundry aids, be sure to carefully follow the To maximise comfort: 120mm • Complies to marking SANS 724, Personal Protective Equipment and • Wash new garments before wearing to remove fabric Position: manufacturer’s instructions. protective clothing against the thermal hazards of an electric arc. Tag attached inside garment resistant clothing layers as dictated by an electric arc hazard Dry analyst. • IEC 61482-1-1 - Live working - Protective clothing against the thermal Warm Do not use Tumble In potentially explosive environments, proper grounding Wash Bleach Dry Low Cool Iron Cleanable procedures must be used for protection against electrostatic hazards of an electric arc - Open Arc Test Method. It determines the spark ignition. Do not put on or remove garments when in a potentially explosive environment. ARC HEAT TRANSFER PRINT Arc Thermal Protection Value (ATPV level) of the garment. Garments of Dromex A.P.T TM The basic principle is that the ATPV of the garment must be higher than 60C P or commercial laundry or by dry cleaning procedures without The following suggestions will help keep your garment looking neat, attractive and safe. If home procedures do not remove the Arc Flash energy. contaminants, commercial laundering or dry cleaning is 55mm Disposal recommended. • IEC 61482-1-2, Live working - Protective clothing against the thermal Launder garments of Dromex A.P.T TM separate from personal hazards of an electric arc - Box Test Method. It determines the Arc All industrial waste should be disposed of correctly according to local lines. Protection Class Rating of the material or garment by using a constrained Wash Garments in hot water with a heavy duty detergent. Do regulations and good disposal practice. Workwear should be disposed not overload home laundry equipment. 45mm and directed arc: of considering the hazardous substances they were used for as well as Do not use chlorine bleach or detergents containing chlorine Position: • EN 61482-1-2:2014 - LIVE WORKING - PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AGAINST bleach as it may cause fading and reduce fabric strength. • Jacket - Right hand side of sleeve the material they are made up of. Tumble dry garments at a low setting. Use the cool down cycle if available. Remove and hang garments as soon as tumble dryer THE THERMAL HAZARDS OF AN ELECTRIC ARC Please consider recycling. stops. Do not hang in direct sunlight as it can cause fading and reduce fabric strength. ARC HEAT TRANSFER PRINT - PART 1-2: TEST METHODS When using commercial laundry aids, be sure to read and - METHOD 2: DETERMINATION OF ARC PROTECTION CLASS OF carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.