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1. What is Pre-Packing the BioPak?
2. What are the mandatory replacement parts of the BioPak?
3. How does one know if the proper amount of CO2 absorbent has been installed into the BioPak?
4. The BioPak 240R battery removal ribbon extends outside the battery door after the battery door is installed. Is this permitted?
5. Why is the facepiece not included in turn around or long term maintenance procedures?
6. How is it determined if the check valves of the facepiece are functioning properly?
7. Can the same disinfectant be utilized on the BioPak as is utilized on other equipment?

What is Pre-Packing the BioPak?
Pre-Packing the BioPak refers to conducting full turn around maintenance procedures that include installing the filled oxygen cylinder and the carbon dioxide scrubbers. This procedure is explained in the Benchman Manual and will allow the BioPak to be stored in a near ready condition for up to one-year. Pre-Packing of the BioPak is only permitted with the Biomarine Solid Core Scrubber® as described in the BioPak manuals.

What are the mandatory replacement parts of the BioPak?
Unlike other respirator makes and models, the BioPak is designed with no mandatory replacement parts, with the exception of the oxygen cylinder that must be replaced every 15-years due to Government regulations.

How does one know if the proper amount of CO2 absorbent has been installed into the BioPak?
The BioPak is the only respirator that utilizes “Solid-Core” scrubber technology that eliminates the need of the user to measure and fill scrubber canisters. The proper amount of scrubber is provided to the user in single use packaging that will guaranty that the proper amount of absorbent is utilized every time.

The BioPak 240R battery removal ribbon extends outside the battery door after the battery door is installed. Is this permitted?
NO! The battery door contains a gasket to seal the interior of the battery compartment against contact with external ambient air and gasses. The presence of the ribbon underneath the gasket will provide a leak path for external gasses to enter into the battery compartment and will void the intrinsic safety of the monitor device.

Why is the facepiece not included in turn around or long term maintenance procedures?
The facepiece is included in these procedures. The facepiece should be inspected, washed and disinfected after each use as stipulated by the turn around maintenance procedure. The facepiece should be included in the inspection of components under long term maintenance as stipulated by long term maintenance procedures.

How is it determined if the check valves of the facepiece are functioning properly?
The User Manual specifies a check valve and face seal functionality test that is to be performed each time the BioPak is donned. This test will validate check valve function as well as determine that the face seal of the facepiece is properly made on the user.

Can the same disinfectant be utilized on the BioPak as is utilized on other equipment?
The BioPak should be cleaned and disinfected according to the procedures stated in the turn around maintenance procedure using the disinfectant specified by the turn around maintenance procedure or approved by Biomarine. The use of other types of disinfectants could cause damage to the facepiece lens or attack the plastic and rubber components of the BioPak.