Hearing Care & Maintenance

Care/Maintenance
of Earplugs and Earmuffs
Disposable Earplugs
Inspect
Prior to fitting, discard if earplug is dirty, damaged, hard or stiff.
Hygiene
To maintain hygiene, discard disposable earplugs at the end of every shift.
Reusable Earplugs
Inspect
Prior to fitting, discard if earplug is dirty, damaged, hard or stiff.
Clean
Wash reusable earplugs with mild soap and warm water only. Dry thoroughly and store in a case
when not in use. Use of cleaners other than mild soap and water may damage the material ,
making it ineffective.
Hygiene
With proper maintenance, reusable earplugs should be replaced every 24 weeks.
Push-in foam earplugs should be replaced every 5 days.
Banded Earplugs
Inspect
Inspect band and earpods prior to fitting. Replace earpods if they are dirty, damaged, hard or stiff.
Replace the band if it becomes brittle or deformed.
Clean
Clean the band and earpods with mild soap and warm water only, and dry thoroughly.
Use of cleaners other than mild soap and water may damage the materials.
Replace
Replace pods every 24 weeks to ensure optimal protection and performance.
Earmuffs
Inspect
Regularly inspect earcups and cushions for cracks and leaks. Ensure that the headband is not
deformed. Discard if earcups or headband are damaged or deformed. Replace cushions if they are
damaged, dirty, hard or stiff.
Clean
Wipe the earcups and cushions clean with mild soap and warm water. Do not immerse in water.
Use of cleaners other than mild soap and water may damage the materials.
Replace
As ear cushions and foam inserts can degrade over time, replace these every 68 months under
normal wear, or every 34 months with heavy use or in humid/extreme climates. Hygiene Kits are
available for most earmuff models.
Ensure optimal fit and protection through proper
care and maintenance of your Howard Leight®
earplugs and earmuffs!
©2017 Honeywell Safety Products USA, Inc. DISCLAIMER: If the above-mentioned
recommendations are not followed, the protection and function afforded by the earplugs
may be severely impaired. This may cause consequences for the user for which Honeywell
can not be held responsible. Honeywell Safety Products USA, Inc., can not guarantee
that any type of warning signals including communication with other people in the
surroundings can be heard and understood by the wearer of this hearing protector. The
sound level and the frequency content of the warning signals as well as of the background
noise can vary in different situations. WARNING: All hearing protection affords limited
protection. The user is responsible for the proper selection, use, care and maintenance
of this device. Improper selection (including under/over protection), use or maintenance
may lead to serious hearing loss. If there are any questions concerning this product
contact your safety supervisor or Honeywell Safety Products USA, Inc.
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