Haws 8904 drench hose eye / face wash is a safety fixture suitable for emergency flushing of the eyes and face or drenching body parts in case of exposure to hazardous materials. It is used in laboratories, industrial environments and facilities where chemicals are handled.
Features:
- It features a chrome-plated brass valve for rigidity and resistance to corrosion.
- This eye / face wash comes with eyewash streams that provide Zero Vertical Velocity for even laminar flow to ensure wash-off stably and gently, reducing splash-back.
- It comes with easily detected and maintained emergency equipment including a safety sign and a test card that facilitates the recording of weekly testing for readiness in an emergency.
- This eye / face wash has a stay-open valve, activated by a simple pull on the hose for hands-free operation once engaged.
Compatible Accessories:
- Haws 9201EFE Emergency Mixing Valve: This thermostatic mixing valve is ASSE 1071-certified and is suitable for use with emergency eyewash and safety shower units. It works by blending hot and cold water to dispense tepid water, maintaining a temperature that complies with OSHA regulations for safely flushing skin and eyes.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What is the burst pressure of this drench hose?
A. It has a burst pressure of 250 psi.
Q. What is the length of this Haws 8904 drench hose?
A. This drench hose offers an 8-foot green hose that extends for greater flexibility and reaches in emergencies for decontamination.
Q. How to store this Haws 8904 drench hose eye / face wash?
A. It is equipped with a dust cover which protects from debris and contamination when not in use, thereby ensuring the safety and hygiene of the eyewash facility.
Q. How to properly operate this drench hose eye / face wash?
A.
- Connect showers and eye / face wash units directly to the main potable water supply.
- Use a loose-key lock-shield type stop or shut-off valve for easy maintenance and clearly label the valve to prevent unauthorised use.
- Ensure an adequate water supply to the unit by installing piping no smaller than the unit's inlet size and maintaining at least 30 psi dynamic pressure.
- Operate the shower or eyewash ideally between 30 and 90 psi for optimal performance.
- Workers should also wear eye and face protectors and protective clothing to guard against hazardous particles and liquids.
