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TM 3-6505-001-10 Reactive Skin Decon. Lotion April 2007
TM 3-6505-001-10 Reactive Skin Decon. Lotion April 2007
WARNING SUMMARY
GENERAL INFORMATION
Warnings contain information that if ignored could result in death or injury to personnel. Cautions
contain information that if ignored could result in damage to equipment. Notes contain instructional
information.
This manual contains Warnings, Cautions, and Notes.
WARNING
RSDL is for external use only as directed. Not for prophylactic use or whole body decontamination.
Allow RSDL to remain on skin for at least 2 minutes. An RSDL ingredient is absorbed through the
skin and may cause adverse effects.
Under no circumstances should RSDL training lotion be used in place of the RSDL during actual
combat operations. The training lotion DOES NOT contain active ingredients.
DO NOT mix or dispose Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion (RSDL) or Reactive Skin
Decontamination Lotion (RSDL) training lotion with solid, undiluted, or diluted compounds such as
high-test Hypochlorite (HTH) or Super Tropical Bleach (STB). Heat and/or fire may result.
Do not use RSDL for training even if it is expired.
RSDL may cause skin irritation such as burning or tingling. RSDL may cause numbing of the lips
or a metallic taste in the mouth. RSDL will cause irritation of the eyes. AVOID contact with eyes
and wounds. If contact with eyes or wounds occurs, rinse with water as soon as possible.
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ARMY TM 3-6505-001-10
AIR FORCE TO 14S4-2-1
MARINE CORPS TM 11075A
NAVY SS010-AB-MMO-010
HEADQUARTERS
DEPARTMENTS OF THE ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINE CORPS, AND NAVY
WASHINGTON, D.C., 17 April 2007
TECHNICAL MANUAL
OPERATORS MANUAL
FOR
REACTIVE SKIN DECONTAMINATION LOTION (RSDL)
(NSN 6505-01-507-5074)
TRAINING PACKET, REACTIVE SKIN DECONTAMINATION LOTION (RSDL)
(NSN 6910-01-507-5141)
ARMY TM 3-6505-001-10
AIR FORCE TO 14S4-2-1
MARINE CORPS TM 11075A
NAVY SS010-AB-MMO-010
ARMY TM 3-6505-001-10
AIR FORCE TO 14S4-2-1
MARINE CORPS TM 11075A
NAVY SS010-AB-MMO-010
WARNING - This document contains export-controlled technical data whose export is
restricted by the Arms Export Control Act (Title 22, U.S.C., Sec 2751 et seq) or Executive
Order 12470. Violation of these export laws is subject to severe criminal penalties.
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT C - Distribution authorized to U.S. Government Agencies
and their contractors. This publication is required for administrative and operational
purposes as determined 28 April 2004. Other requests for this document shall be referred
to Commander, U.S. Army, Research Development and Engineering Command
(RDECOM), ATTN: AMSRD-ECB-ENA-L, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21010-5424.
DESTRUCTION NOTICE - Destroy by any method that will prevent disclosure of contents
or reconstruction of the document.
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ARMY TM 3-6505-001-10
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MARINE CORPS TM 11075A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WP SEQUENCE NUMBER
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION AND EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
General information .................................................................................................. WP 0001
Equipment Description and Data .............................................................................. WP 0002
CHAPTER 2 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS
Operation Under Usual Conditions, RSDL ............................................................... WP 0003
Operation Under Usual Conditions, RSDL Training Packet ..................................... WP 0004
CHAPTER 3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Preventive Maintenance Checks and Service (PMCS) ............................................ WP 0005
CHAPTER 4 SUPPORTING INFORMATION
References ............................................................................................................... WP 0006
Components of End Item (COEI) and Basic Issue Items (BII) Lists ......................... WP 0007
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SCOPE
0001
SCOPE - Continued
Type of Manual
This TM is an Operators Manual. It will show you how to use the Reactive Skin Decontamination
Lotion (Figure 1) to decontaminate exposed skin.
Model Number and Equipment Name
There is no model number for the decontamination lotion or the training lotion.
The official nomenclature of the decontamination lotion is Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion.
The NSN is 6505-01-507-5074, which identifies a box containing 20 pouches with three packets per
pouch (60 packets).
The official nomenclature of the training lotion is Training Packet, Reactive Skin Decontamination
Lotion. The NSN is 6910-01-507-5141, which identifies a box containing 20 training pouches with
three packets per pouch (60 packets).
Purpose of Equipment
The RSDL (green packaging) allows you to quickly decontaminate your skin through physical
removal and chemical reduction of toxic agents. The RSDL Training Lotion (blue packaging) is used
for training purposes and it simulates the look, feel, and application of the actual RSDL, allowing for
accurate and realistic practice in the application and covering of the skin.
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0001
EQUIPMENT LIMITATIONS
RSDL may cause a false positive on M8 paper and M9 tape.
RSDL will remove the ink print on the packaging of M256 detector tickets.
MAINTENANCE FORMS, RECORDS, AND REPORTS
(A) Department of the Army forms and procedures used for equipment maintenance will be those
prescribed by DA PAM 750-8, The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS) Users
Manual.
(F) Maintenance forms and records used by Air Force personnel are prescribed in AFI 21-101 and
the applicable TO 00-20 Series Technical Orders.
(MC) Maintenance forms and records used by Marine Corps personnel are prescribed by TM 470015/1.
(N) Planned Maintenance System (PMS) Maintenance Index Page (MIP) Series 6641 will be used to
govern maintenance of RSDL.
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0001
0001-4
0001
0001
0001-6
0002
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DATA
EQUIPMENT CHARACTERISTICS, CAPABILITIES, AND FEATURES
Each RSDL consists of a green-colored pouch containing three green-colored individual decon
packets. Each packet is enough to do one complete personal decontamination. Each packet contains
a lotion-impregnated applicator pad. The lotion is the decontaminating material and the applicator
pad is used to apply the lotion and wipe the skin surface to enhance effectiveness of
decontamination.
Each training RSDL consists of a blue-colored pouch containing three blue-colored individual
training packets. Each packet is enough to practice one complete personal decontamination. Each
packet contains a lotion-impregnated applicator pad. The lotion is the training material and the
applicator pad is used to apply the lotion. The training lotion accurately simulates the feel and
method of application of RSDL. The training lotion does not contain any active ingredients.
0002-1
0002
EQUIPMENT DATA
Table 1. Dimensions
NOMENCLATURE
HEIGHT
WIDTH
THICKNESS
Decon Pouch
4.2 in (11cm)
1.2 in (3 cm)
Decon Packet
4.2 in (11cm)
0.4 in (1 cm)
Training Pouch
4.2 in (11cm)
1.2 in (3 cm)
Training Packet
4.2 in (11cm)
0.4 in (1 cm)
WEIGHT
3.5 oz (100 g)
TEMPERATURE RANGES
Operating temperature: 34oF (1oC) to 130oF (54oC)
Storage temperature: 59oF (15oC) to 86oF (30oC)
END OF WORK PACKAGE
0002-2
GENERAL
You, the operator, must be sure your RSDL is ready for use both before your operation and after. Be
sure the PMCS has been done before and after operation (WP 0005). The training lotion will be
handled, inspected, and used in the same manner as the RSDL.
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0003
Don protective mask and hood. Do not pull the drawstrings. Do not fasten the shoulder straps
if your hood has them.
2.
Seek overhead cover or use a poncho for protection against further contamination.
3.
0003-2
0003
Tear open packet quickly at notch. Remove applicator pad from the packet. Save the packet as
the remaining lotion can be added to the applicator pad if required.
0003
Thoroughly scrub the exposed skin of the hand, palm, and fingers with applicator pad.
6.
Switch the applicator pad to the other hand and thoroughly scrub the exposed skin of the other
hand, palm, and fingers.
If you were masked with the hood secured when you become contaminated, stop. Put on your
protective gloves. Use the balance of the RSDL to spot decontaminate any equipment that may
be contaminated.
8.
If you were not masked with the hood secured when you become contaminated, continue
decontaminating the exposed skin.
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0003
0003-5
0003
Stop breathing, close eyes, grasp mask beneath chin and pull hood and mask away from chin
enough to allow one hand between the mask and your face. Hold the mask in this position
during steps 10 through 15.
0003
0003
0003-8
0003
0003
24.
0004
OPERATION UNDER USUAL CONDITIONS, RSDL TRAINING PACKET
WARNING
Under no circumstances should RSDL training lotion be used in place of the
RSDL during actual combat operations. The training lotion does NOT contain
active ingredients.
CAUTION
Do not apply RSDL training lotion to protective hood. The lotion may cause
deterioration of hood.
Do not apply RSDL training lotion to lens of protective mask. The lotion may
cause loss of transparency.
INTRODUCTION
The RSDL training lotion is used to simulate skin decontamination. It can be used to practice the
procedure and ensure that you are completely covering your exposed skin.
It helps you get familiar with the equipment and become capable of efficiently and effectively
decontaminating yourself under operational conditions.
The Training Packet is the same size and shape as the RSDL but is colored blue and is marked
RSDL TRAINING LOTION. The lotion looks and feels like actual RSDL lotion.
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0004
OPERATION
1.
Carry and apply the RSDL training packet in the same manner as you carry the RSDL. Follow
the procedures in WP 0003 to practice application of the lotion to completely cover your
exposed skin.
2.
Have a buddy examine you prior to and after unmasking and before you wash the Training
Lotion off of your skin to ensure you have completely covered your face, neck, throat, and
hands.
3.
Examine the inside of your mask to ensure you have covered the skin contact surfaces.
4.
Wash your mask with water to clean off the RSDL training lotion.
5.
Wash your skin with water or soap and water to remove the RSDL training lotion.
6.
Avoid ingesting.
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0005
2.
PROCEDURE
EQUIPMENT
NOT READY/
AVAILABLE IF:
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0005
PROCEDURE
EQUIPMENT
NOT READY/
AVAILABLE IF:
WARNING
AFTER
RSDL
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0006
0007
COMPONENTS OF END ITEM (COEI) AND BASIC ISSUE ITEMS (BII) LISTS
INTRODUCTION
Scope
This work package lists components of the end item and basic issue items for the RSDL to help you
inventory the items required for safe and efficient operation of the equipment.
General
The Components of End Item (COEI) and Basic Issue Items (BII) information is divided into the
following lists:
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0007
General - Continued
Table 1. Components of End Item (COEI)
Not applicable for the RSDL. This list is for information purposes only and is not authority to
requisition replacements. These items are part of the equipment. As part of the end item, these
items must be with the end item whenever it is issued or transferred between property accounts.
Items of COEI are removed and separately packaged for transportation or shipment only when
necessary. Illustrations are furnished to help you find and identify the items.
Table 2. Basic Issue Items (BII)
These essential items are required to place the RSDL in operation and to operate it. Although
shipped separately packaged, BII must be with the RSDL during operation and when it is transferred
between property accounts. Listing these items is your authority to request/requisition them for
replacement based on authorization of the end item by the TOE/MTOE.
0007-2
0007
(2)
NATIONAL
STOCK NUMBER
(3)
DESCRIPTION
CAGEC AND PART NUMBER
(4)
U/I
(5)
QTY
RQD
0007
(2)
NATIONAL
STOCK NUMBER
(3)
DESCRIPTION
CAGEC AND PART NUMBER
TM 3-6505-001-10
Operators Manual for Reactive Skin
Decontamination Lotion (RSDL) and
Training Packet, Reactive Skin
Decontamination Lotion (RSDL)
(4)
U/I
(5)
QTY
RQD
0007-4
ARMY TM 3-6505-001-10
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MARINE CORPS TM 11075A
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JOYCE E. MORROW
Administrative Assistant to the
Secretary of the Army
0710303
Army Distribution:
To be distributed in accordance with the initial distribution
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MICHAEL T. MOSELEY
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