Specifications

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INSPECTION

Inspect the entire SCBA after it is cleaned and disinfect-

ed. NFPA-1500, as well as ANSI Standards Z88.2 and

Z88.5, describe three levels of inspection procedures

which are to be performed. Refer to these documents, or

o an inspection program prepared by a health profession-

l in establishing an inspection program. Detailed repair

rocedures are located in Users Maintenance Instructions.

(P/N 10024089)

If the apparatus does not function properly during any

of the following inspections, it must be removed from

service. Failure to follow this warning can result in

serious personal injury or death.

Do not inspect the apparatus before cleaning if there

is danger of contacting hazardous contaminants.

Clean and disinfect first, then inspect. Failure to follow

this warning can cause inhalation or skin absorption

of the contaminant and result in serious personal

injury or death.

COMPONENT INSPECTION

(AFTER EACH USE AND MONTHLY)

1. Don the air mask following the instruction procedures.

These steps make up the Air Mask Functional Test.

2. If all steps are performed successfully, remove the air

mask and inspect it following the steps below.

3. Facepiece

a. Inspect the facepiece for rubber deterioration, dirt,

cracks, tears, holes, or tackiness.

b.Check the harness headstraps for breaks, loss of

elasticity, or missing buckles or straps. Check the

straps for signs of wear.

c. Inspect the lens for cracks, scratches, and a tight

seal with the facepiece r

ubber.

d.The exhalation valve must be clean and operate

easily. The valve must move off the seat and return

when released.

e. Inspect the facepiece coupling for damage. Also

check to be sure the spider gasket and valve disc

are present.

f. Inspect the NightFighter Heads-Up Display System

receiver module. Look for cracks or other signs of

damage which could allow contaminants to enter

the module housing.

g. Inspect the facepiece rubber behind the

NightFighter Heads-Up Display System or Clear

Command bracket for holes or tears.

4. Cylinder Gauges

a. Be sure you can see both gauge needles and face

clearly through the lens. Also be sure the gauge

stem is not bent.

b.Inspect the gauge hose for any visible damage.

5. Audible Alarm with URC Assembly/NightFighter

Heads-Up Display System/ICM Unit Gauge

a. Check that the alarm rings briefly and the

NightFighter Heads-Up Display System flashes or

CM Unit Gauge tones when the cylinder valve is

pened. This test assures that the alarms are oper-

ting.

b.Check that the bell is in the proper alignment and

on tightly.

c. If the bell is loose, remove the alarm from service.

d.Unscrew the Audi-Larm Alarm with URC Assembly

coupling nut from the cylinder valve. Inspect the

coupling nut for thread damage. Also be sure there

is an O-ring, and that it is not damaged. Replace

the insert O-ring if it is damaged.

e. Check Audi-Larm Alarm with URC Assembly and

URC Assembly relief valve for any damage.

f. Check relief valve label for damage. Check for miss-

ing or lose label. Ensure that relief valve ports are

showing. If any damage, remove air mask from ser-

vice and replace relief valve.

6. High Pressure Hose

Check the high pressure hose between the alarm and

the first stage regulator. Look for cuts or severe abra-

sions. If present, replace the hose. The hose fitting

should be tight.

7. Quick-Connect Second Stage Intermediate Hose.

Inspect rubber washer for deterioration, dirt, cracks,

tears, or tackiness.

8. Cylinder

Breathing apparatus cylinders should be recharged as

soon as possible after use. Cylinders should not be

stored partially charged for two reasons:

• If used without recharge, the service life of the

apparatus is reduced.

• The cylinder burst disc vents excess pressure if a

full cylinder is over exposed to fire or heat. If the

cylinder is not full, it may be damaged before the

burst disc vents.

It is also essential that the required inspections and tests

be perfor

med on all SCBA cylinders in accor

dance with

Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. DOT reg-

ulations require that composite cylinders be retired from

service after the fifteenth year

. Please note this does not

include cylinder valve assembly which may be reused.

Steel and aluminum cylinder ser

vice life is indefinite if

proper inspection and hydrotest procedures are followed

and they indicate that the cylinder may remain in service.

Please contact your MSA distributor or sales associate if

you have questions or if you need additional infor

mation

regarding this policy.

Note: ANSI Z88.5 r

ecommends checking cylinder pres-

sure weekly. For maximum safety the cylinders should be

stor

ed full or empty (pr

essure above ambient but less than

100psig).

AL 606 (L) Rev. 16 - 10023638

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