KASK ARC VISOR CLASS 1 Electrician Face Protection User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- KASK
Table of Contents
- KASK ARC VISOR CLASS 1 Electrician Face Protection
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- **SCOPE AND DESCRIPTION
- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND DURATION OF USE
- CLEANING AND DISINFECTION
- **DEGREE OF LIGHT TRANSMISSION
- EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
- HOW TO MOUNT THE VISOR ON THE HELMET
- CARRIER MARKING
- SCREEN MARKING
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
KASK ARC VISOR CLASS 1 Electrician Face Protection
Product Information
The product is a face protection for electricians manufactured by KASK. It is designed to provide protection against electric arc faults. The body of the product is marked with “KASK 166 8 B” as the carrying structure. The manufacturer’s symbol is also displayed.
The product meets the EN standard requirements for its design. It offers protection against electric arc faults and is classified as Class 1 or Class 2, depending on the maximum energy of the arc in case of a fault. The product is equipped with an arc visor, which comes in different classes and has ATPV ratings. The visor provides protection against electrical arcs and has a voltage rating of 1000V. The product is made in Germany.
Additional information includes the CE marking with the identification number of the notified body for production control (ECS GmbH). The product also meets the requirements for UV protection and has optical class 1. It provides protection against liquid splashes and complies with the GS-ET-29 standard.
The product’s UV transmission index for Class 2 is not specified in the given text extract.
Product Usage Instructions
- Ensure the product is properly fitted and secured on the face.
- Use the product when working with electrical systems to protect against electric arc faults.
- Select the appropriate arc visor based on the required protection level (Class 1 or Class 2) and ATPV rating.
- Attach the chosen arc visor securely to the product.
- When wearing the product, ensure it provides clear visibility without compromising safety.
- Follow the recommended maintenance instructions provided by the manufacturer.
- Store the product in a clean and dry place when not in use.
**SCOPE AND DESCRIPTION
**
The KASK Electrician Face Shield is a personal protective equipment of Category III and offers protection against the thermal hazards of arc flashes when working on or near electrical installations. The effectiveness against the thermal hazards of an arc fault is only given if the face shield is worn with a suitable helmet. TheFace Shield must be connected to the KASK helmet pushing the adaptor into the slots as shown in picture 2 until it engages. It must be checked whether the helmet has a suitable connector. The edge protector also serves as a lower stop for the visor. The visor must always be folded down to this stop when using or carrying out electro technical activities.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The transmission of strong shocks to the visor screen can pose a risk to the wearer if the electrician’s face shield is worn over normal prescription glasses. Materials in the face shield that come into contact with the wearer’s skin can cause allergic reactions in sensitive persons. The additional weight of the helmet-visor combination, which is worn over a longer period of time by the wearer, can contribute to faster fatigue of the head and neck muscles. The protective films, which are on the visor when the face protection products are delivered, as well as the fabric storage bag of the product must not get into the hands of children. There is a danger of suffocation if the materials are used improperly!
STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND DURATION OF USE
The KASK Electrician Face Shield must be stored and transported in a protective bag to protect the visor from scratches and damage and from direct sunlight. If there are signs of aging, the face shield should no longer be used. Criteria to be used for the evaluation of the conformity of the protectors are: a) scratches or cracks in the visor that restrict the user’s field of vision, b) mechanical defects in the visor holder, c) dirt on the visor that cannot be washed off and impairs the field of vision. The Face Shield shall be discarded after 10 years at the latest starting from the date of manufacturing (service life without loss of protective properties proven by ageing tests).
CLEANING AND DISINFECTION
All parts of the KASK Electrician face shield can be cleaned with clear water or a detergent solution. To avoid scratching the visor surface, the face shield should then be air-dried (compressed air or similar). The KASK Electrician Face Shield can be disinfected with commercially available disinfectants.
MARKING CARRIER : KASK 166 8 B
| 1 | KASK | Manufacturer identification |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 166 | Reference EN standard used for the design of the product |
| 3 | 8 | Protection against electric arcs |
| 4 | B | Protection against particles with high speed and medium energy |
VISOR:
| 1 | Suitable for live working | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | CE-label with identification number of notified body (ECS GmbH) | |
| 3 | 2C-1,2 or 2C-2 | UV protective level |
| 4 | KASK | Manufacturer identification |
| 5 | 1 | Optical class |
| 6 | B | Protection against particles with high speed and medium energy |
| 7 | 8 | Protection against electric arcs |
| 10 | 3 | Protection against splashes of liquids |
Additional requirements according to GS-ET-29
8| ARC PROTECTION CLASS| CLASS 2 : For using electrical installations with
maximum arc energy in case of arc fault not higher than 320 kj
CLASS 1 : For using in electrical installations with maximum arc energy in
case of arc fault not higher than 168kJ
9| VISIBLE LIGHT TRANSMISSION INDEX (VLT)| CLASS 2 : VLT <50% CLASS 1 :
50% ≤ VLT ≤ 75% CLASS 0 : VLT ≥ 75%
ADDITIONAL MARKING ANSI / ISEA Z87.1 – ATPV X CAL/CM²: Arc Thermal Performance
Value according to ASTM F2178
ADDITIONAL MARKING CSA Z94.1 – KASK 2.0: SHADE NUMBER
**DEGREE OF LIGHT TRANSMISSION
**
The protection levels 2-1,2 and 2-2 cause a higher darkening of the visor screen with improved protection against heat radiation at the same time. The darkening influences the light transmission of the visor. In order to ensure a minimum illuminance of 30 lux for the human eye during use, it is necessary to use an additional light source with an illuminance dependent on the VLT of the visor.
BASIC SAFETY REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS OF THIS PPE:
These PPE are tested and certified on the basis of the following regulations
and harmonized standards
PSA-related occupational health and safety documents: Directive 2001/95/EC on general product safety; European Directive 89/391/EEC – Risk assessments; European Directive 89/656/EEC – Use of PPE
APPROVAL: The type examination of the KASK electrician face shields according to module B and the implementation of control measures according to module C2 of Regulation 2016/425 are carried out by: ECS GmbH, Huettfeldstrasse 50, 73430 Aalen, Germany; Notified Body: 1883.
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The related EU declarations of conformity can be downloaded from the following website www.kask.com.
HOW TO MOUNT THE VISOR ON THE HELMET
CARRIER MARKING
| 1 | KASK | Manufacturer identification |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 166 | Reference EN standard used for the design of the product |
| 3 | 8 | Protection against electric arcs |
| 4 | B | Protection against particles with high speed and medium energy |
SCREEN MARKING
| 1 | Suitable for live working | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | CE-label with identification number of notified body (ECS GmbH) | |
| 3 | 2C-1,2 or 2C-2 | UV protective level |
| 4 | KASK | Manufacturer identification |
| 5 | 1 | Optical class |
| 6 | B | Protection against particles with high speed and medium energy |
| 7 | 8 | Protection against electric arcs |
| 10 | 3 | Protection against splashes of liquids |
Additional requirements according to GS-ET-29
8| ARC PROTECTION CLASS| CLASS 2 : For using electrical installations with
maximum arc energy in case of arc fault not higher than 320 kj
CLASS 1 : For using in electrical installations with maximum arc energy in
case of arc fault not higher than 168kJ
9| VISIBLE LIGHT TRANSMISSION INDEX (VLT)| CLASS 2 : VLT <50% CLASS 1 :
50% ≤ VLT ≤ 75% CLASS 0 : VLT ≥ 75%
KASK S.p.A.
24060 Chiuduno, BG
Via Firenze, 5 – Italy
t. +39 035 4427497
info@kask.com
www.kask.com
EN 166:2001
EN 170:2002
GS-ET -29 (2011)
ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2015