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1. FLITE Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus User Instructions rtified Product Article No 1034988 IssueH 09 2008 ME CC 086 Standard ASINZS1716 2003 Lic 1214 SAI Global FLITE Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus Contents WARNINGS 1 INTRODUCTION 14 ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL 12 LIMITATIONS OF USE 1 3 BREATHABLE AIR 1 4 COMPRESSED AIR AIRLINE SUPPLIES 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 1 10 2 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 4 2 1 GENERAL 4 2 2 FILTERS 4 2 3 DEMAND VALVE 5 24 FACEMASKS s 5 2 5 REDUCER CYLINDER VALVE 5 2 6 CYLINDERS 5 2 7 QUALITY ATTRIBUTE 6 2 8 NOTIFIED BODIES 6 3 PRE USE CHECKS 3 1 FACEMASK 3 2 BANDOLIER 8 4 DONNING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES 8 41 BANDOLIER eee 8 4 2 FACEMASK 9 4 3 POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST 9 4 4 FACE SEAL TEST 4 5 NEGATIVE PRESSURE TEST FLITE WITH FILTER 10 4 6 CHANGING FROM FILTER CANISTER TO AIRLINE 10 4 7 CHANGING FROM AIRLINE TO FILTER CANISTER 10 4 8 CHANGING FROM AIRLINE TO CYLINDER 4 9 CHANGING FROM CYLINDER TO AIRLINE 5 DOFFING THE APPARATUS 6 CLEANING AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 6 1 EACEMAGSK intere 6 2 DEMAND VALVE 6 3 BANDOLIER ee 6 4 REDUCER GAUGE AND CYLINDER 6 5 CHECK APPARATUS 6 6 DEMAND VALVE 6 7 RECORD DETAILS OF CHECKS 6 8 MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 6 9 ANNUA2. 1 Take a deep breath then press the DV reset button 2 Release the head harness by pulling the buckles forward in sequence bottom middle top Remove the facemask 3 If you have been breathing from the oylinder close the cylinder valve FLITE 4 Push the airline couplings together and pull back the CEN collar to disconnect the hose from the pigtail 5 Open the DV bypass to vent any compressed air from the facemask 6 Fit the dust cap on the pigtail CEN coupling T Release the waistbelt and leg strap and remove the apparatus 8 Clean and check the apparatus in accordance with Section 6 Cleaning and Scheduled Maintenance before returning it to service 12 6 CLEANING AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 6 1 FACEMASK CAUTION DO NOT allow water to enter the Demand Valve Fit the yellow DV dust cap Use ONLY specified substances and methods to clean the apparatus DRY thoroughly before storage 1 Pull the DV red release catch and disconnect the DV 2 Wash the facemask in a hand hot solution of TriGene and water 3 Rinse the mask thoroughly in clean running water paying particular attention to the exhale valve 4 Dry the mask thoroughly at room temperature DO NOT expose to high temperatures or direct sunlight 5 When dry wipe the facemask seal with TriGene disinfectant wipes 6 Check that the inhale valve flaps are
3. 8 Check that the O ring on the blanking plug is in good condition 9 Screw the blanking plug to the facemask 10 If using the facemask fitted with a filer check that the filter is suitable for the workplace hazard and within its use by date see filter label 11 Check that the cord from the filter cover is around the filter connector 12 Check that the filter O ring is in place and in good condition Screw the filter to the facemask 3 2 BANDOLIER 1 Fully slacken the bandolier waistbelt and leg strap 2 Check that the shackle is attached to the pigtail and the shackle nut is fully tightened 3 Check that the cylinder is full and securely held in its bag 4 Check that the pigtail CEN connector is clean and in good condition 5 Check that there is no damage or excess wear in the bandolier 6 Replace any items that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear T DO NOT use the equipment if it fails any of the above checks 8 Check the airline supply pressure 4 DONNING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES 4 4 BANDOLIER 1 Don the bandolier so that the DV hose is over the right shoulder and the cylinder is on the left hip Fasten the waistbelt and leg strap 2 Remove the coupling dust cap connect the pigtail to the airline and pull the airline to ensure that the coupling is firmly connected 4 2 FACEMASK
4. 1 Hang the facemask from the neckstrap 2 Position the facemask so that the chin fits into the chin cup 3 Pull the head harness over the back of the head ensuring that no hair is trapped under the face seal 4 Tighten the head harness straps in sequence bottom middle top DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN 5 Take a sharp breath to actuate the first breath mechanism FLITE 4 3 POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST 1 Gently insert fingers into the mask seal and check that there is a good flow of air from the facemask 2 Remove the fingers from the seal and allow the mask to re seal to the face 4 4 FACE SEAL TEST 1 Hold your breath and listen carefully for leaks 2 If a leak is detected adjust the facemask and head harness Repeat the test If the leak is still present the apparatus must be returned for repair WARNING DO NOT use the apparatus if there is a leak 3 If there are no leaks the apparatus is ready for use FLITE NEGATIVE PRESSURE TEST FLITE WITH FILTER 1 Disconnect the airline supply 4 5 2 Attach the filter seal cord to the neckstrap and fit the sealing cap to the filter canister inlet 3 Use a thumb to seal the airline coupling 10 4 Press the filter seal with the palm of the hand to seal the filter inlet and inhale Hold your breath for 10 seconds Check that the facemask pulls onto the face and
5. Ori nasal inner mask to minimise the carbon dioxide dead space and prevent visor misting Polycarbonate visor Fully adjustable five point web or net head harness options Left quick fit DV connector Reflex face seal PanaSeal is the standard facemask It is available in non dermatitic silicone or neoprene and may be fitted with a microphone for a personal radio PanaVisor is similar to PanaSeal but its larger size makes it more suitable for larger face sizes FLITE Vision 3 is available in non dermatitic silicone It has a large visor which provides the wearer with a wider range of vision Promask PP is moulded in hypo allergenic black Procomp with a soft silicone inner mask 2 5 REDUCER CYLINDER VALVE The reducer cylinder valve is a combined cylinder valve and pressure reducer When the handwheel is opened air flows from the cylinder through the reducer to the facemask demand valve The reducer is a spring and piston device with an integral Pressure Relief Valve PRV that protects the medium pressure circuit from over pressurisation The pressure gauge indicates the current cylinder pressure 2 6 CYLINDERS When cylinders are provided they may be 10 minute cylinder CYL FLITE 10 Free air capacity 400 litres Charging pressure 207 bar Material Alloy Steel Specification CE Duration at 40 L min 10 minutes Weight charged 3 8Kg 10 minute cylinder
6. Product brand name Serial number of apparatus Product model designation Apparatus description Symbol refer to User Instructions Date of manufacture Contact details of manufacturer Number of Approval Body 2 2 FILTERS The service life of the filters is dependent upon the environment and the use by date marked on the filter DO NOT use damaged wet clogged or time expired filters The filter screws directly into a threaded connector on the facemask A filter cover is provided to preserve the filter when an airline is in use A blanking plug is provided to seal the mask when a filter is not fitted Filters must conform to EN 141 or EN 143 with an EN 148 1 standard thread and must be appropriate for the known workplace hazards 2 3 DEMAND VALVE TAO014 Airflow into the facemask is controlled by the DV which is attached to the facemask by a quick fit connection The DV can be closed by a reset button to enable the facemask to be removed without loss of air to the atmosphere When the DV is next used the first breath taken by the wearer opens the DV automatically The bypass knob enables the wearer to open an unregulated flow of air into the facemask 2 4 FACEMASKS FLITE is approved for use with PanaSeal PanaVisor Vision 3 and Promask PP full facemasks All of which have the following features Conformance with EN 136 and ASINZS1716 2003 Speech diaphragm
7. ppm Carbon dioxide content must not exceed 500 ml m 500 ppm There must be no free liquid water Where the apparatus is used and stored at a known temperature the pressure dew point shall be at least 5 C below the likely lowest temperature Where conditions of usage and storage of the compressed air supply are not known the pressure dew point shall not exceed 11 C The maximum water content of air at atmospheric pressure shall not exceed FLITE 50 mg m for 207 bar apparatus 35 mg m for 300 bar apparatus Note The water content of air supplied by a compressor must not exceed 35 mg m Contaminants must be kept to a minimum and must not exceed permissible exposure levels Air filters must be suitable for the quality of air used and the air must be tested periodically to ensure that the supply reaches these standards The air must be free from the odour of oil odour threshold is 0 3 mg m The dew point of air for compressed airline BA must be sufficiently low to prevent internal freezing National regulations for compressed airline BA must be observed 1 4 COMPRESSED AIR AIRLINE SUPPLIES Air for use with compressed air airlines must conform to EN 12021 1999 or AS NZS1715 1994 Airline pressure must be between 5 0 and 9 0 bar 70 130psi Airflow supply capacity for a single airline is given in Table 2 Generally each additional wearer requires an extra 150 L min each addi
8. the United Kingdom monthly testing is a statutory requirement of the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health CoSHH regulations and the Personal Protective Equipment PPE directive 6 9 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE 1 The apparatus must be tested and serviced in accordance with the FLITE Service Schedule within a maximum period of one year 2 Full details of this testing and servicing can be found in the FLITE Service Manual which may only be obtained from Training and Technical Support Services at Scott Health and Safety Limited upon completion of formal apparatus maintenance training 3 If the apparatus is used frequently it may be necessary to replace components on a more frequent basis than stipulated tyco CLTT HEALTH amp SAFETY Sabre Breathing Apparatus Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 IRA England Tel 44 0 1695 711711 Fax 44 0 1695 711775
9. 0 000 003 0 000 05 Neon 0 001 270 0 001 818 Helium 0 000 037 0 000 524 Krypton 0 000 330 0 000 114 Xenon 0 000 039 0 000 009 Table 1 Breathable Air EN 12021 NOT applicable for Australia or New Zealand FLITE The oxygen content must be in the range of 21 1 by volume dry air There is an increased fire risk when oxygen or oxygen enriched air is used to supply breathing apparatus The purity quality of air used to supply and charge breathing apparatus should be tested periodically in accordance with national regulations Compressed air for breathing apparatus shall not contain any contaminants at concentrations that can cause toxic or harmful effects Contaminant levels must be kept as low as possible and must be far below the national exposure limit Combination effects of more than one contaminant must be taken into account Note The limit of concentration for any contaminant should be derived from national exposure levels taking into account as far as is reasonably practical the effects of pressure and exposure time In the absence of more stringent national regulations the following values shall apply Lubricant content droplets or mist shall not exceed 0 5 mg m Where synthetic lubricants are present limits for toxic or harmful contaminants apply as defined above Air shall be without significant odour or taste Carbon monoxide content must not exceed 15 ml m 15
10. CYL FLITE 10 AUS NZ Free air capacity 440 litres Charging pressure 207 bar Material Alloy Steel Specification Work Cover Duration at 40 L min 10 minutes Weight charged 4 2Kg 10 minute cylinder CYL FLITE SL Free air capacity 540 litres Charging pressure 300 bar Material Carbon Fibre Aluminium Specification HSE AL FW2 amp TUV Duration at 40 L min 13 minutes Weight charged 4 3Kg FLITE 45 minute cylinder CYL FLITE 15 Free air capacity 600 litres Charging pressure 207 bar Material Alloy Steel Specification CE Duration at 40 L min 15 minutes Weight charged 4 7Kg 15 minute cylinder CYL FLITE 15 AUS NZ Free air capacity 660 litres Charging pressure 207 bar Material Alloy Steel Specification Work Cover Duration at 40 L min 15 minutes Weight charged 5 1Kg Carbon fibre aluminium cylinders should be used with apparatus that is to be used for full shift periods Steel cylinders should NOT be used for full shift working When changing from airline to cylinder supply the non return valve in the supply airline protects the airline from contamination while a second in the FLITE air hose prevents cylinder air loss 2 7 QUALITY ATTRIBUTES FLITE is CE marked in accordance with EEC Directive EC 686 1986 It is approved to European Standard EN 139 1993 Respiratory Protective Devices Compresse
11. L MAINTENANCE Sabre Breathing Apparatus is a division of Scott Health and Safety Limited Registered Office Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9RA United Kingdom WARNINGS Please Read Carefully and Fully Understand This manual is for use by personnel trained in the use and care of compressed air breathing apparatus BA and MUST NOT be used as a self teaching guide by untrained users Failure to understand or adhere to these instructions may result in injury or death Scott Health and Safety Limited have taken great care to ensure that the information contained within this manual is accurate complete and clear However Training and Technical Support Services will be pleased to clarify any points in the manual and answer any questions on Sabre breathing apparatus The following warnings are in accordance with certifying authority requirements and apply to the use of breathing apparatus in general Breathing apparatus users must be fully trained in the use and care of airline and self contained compressed air breathing apparatus Ensure that the selection of the apparatus type is sufficient for the tasks being undertaken and the hazards likely to be encountered Please refer to National Regulations for guidance Adequate protection may not be provided in certain highly hazardous atmospheres The wearer must be aware of the length of time of the duration of the apparatus to ensure th
12. at they have sufficient time to escape in the event of airline failure For potentially flammable or explosive atmospheres anti static hoses MUST be used Prior to use check that the facemask is a good fit and that a good face seal can be achieved by the wearer The wearing of beards side burns or spectacles may adversely affect the sealing of a facemask to the wearer s face If the apparatus fails any of the pre use checks it must be withdrawn from service and returned for repair The quality of air used to supply and charge breathing apparatus must meet the requirements of EN 12021 1999 or AS NZS1715 1994 In Australia and New Zealand ensure that your selection of respiratory protective devices conform to the requirements of AS NZS1715 1994 The apparatus is not designed for use underwater Where FLITE has been contaminated by anything that may pose a threat to life or health local statutes health and safety guidance site operating procedures or specialist advice for doffing de contamination cleaning or disposal of FLITE or its filters must be obtained and adhered to The harness must not be used as a vehicle seat restraint FLITE can be used at temperatures down to 6 C and stored between 30 C and 60 C Compressed air for use with BA must have a dew point sufficiently low to prevent internal freezing A AN A A A A AN A A A A A A A DISCLAIMER Failure to comply with these instructions or misuse o
13. d Airline Breathing Apparatus AS NZS 1716 2003 Respiratory Protective Devices Facemasks are approved to EN 136 and AS NZS1716 2003 Scott Health and Safety Limited is quality assurance approved to ISO 9001 2000 2 8 NOTIFIED BODIES Inspec International Limited No 0194 56 Leslie Hough Way Salford Greater Manchester M6 6AJ England British Standards Institute No 0086 389 Chiswick High Road London WA 4AL England SAI Global 286 Sussex Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Lic No 1214 3 PRE USE CHECKS 3 1 FACEMASK 1 Remove the Visorguard and store carefully for re use later Check that the mask is clean and that visor is clear and undamaged 2 Slacken the facemask head harness fully and check for damage S EM 3 Withdraw the DV locking catch turn the DV through 90 clockwise and withdraw the DV from the facemask 4 Check O ring on the demand valve is in good condition and attach the DV to the facemask 5 Twist the DV to check that the locking catch has locked the DV to the facemask FLITE 6 Check that the bypass knob is in the OFF position T Reset the DV first breath mechanism by pressing the black rubber reset button WARNING When using with a facemask fitted with a filter and breathing from an airline a filter cover or blanking plug must be place to ensure that the first breath mechanism will activate
14. does not pull away during the 10 seconds 4 6 CHANGING FROM FILTER CANISTER TO AIRLINE 1 Connect the airline to the pigtail and pull the couplings firmly to check that the hose is secure 2 Fit the sealing cap to the filter canister inlet 3 Take a sharp breath to activate the DV and then breathe normally 4 7 CHANGING FROM AIRLINE TO FILTER CANISTER 1 Remove the sealing cap from the filter canister inlet 2 Push the CEN coupling together pull back the airline collar and disconnect the airline 3 Depress the black reset button on the DV breathe normally and leave the hazard area Note There will be a noticeable increase in breathing resistance after the reset button has been pressed 4 8 CHANGING FROM AIRLINE TO CYLINDER 1 Check the cylinder gauge to ensure that there is sufficient air and open the cylinder valve 2 Push the CEN coupling together pull back the airline collar disconnect the airline and leave the hazard area 4 9 CHANGING FROM CYLINDER TO AIRLINE 1 Connect the airline to the pigtail and close the cylinder valve 2 Take a sharp breath to activate the DV and then breathe normally DV Failure Open the DV bypass if there is a problem with the DV WARNING If the cylinder valve is not closed the cylinder will empty 11 FLITE 5 DOFFING THE APPARATUS WARNING DO NOT remove the apparatus until well clear of the hazard area
15. e for servicing and repairing Sabre breathing apparatus Details of the servicing schedule are contained within the Sabre FLITE Service Manual copies of which may only be obtained by registered holders of a current certificate Your Sabre distributor or Training and Technical Support Services at Scott Health and Safety Limited will be pleased to provide training course details and quotes for service contracts Please see above for contact details 1 7 PARTS IDENTIFICATION All safety related parts accessible to wearers are clearly marked with a part number and a serial number Other parts must only be removed or adjusted by personnel qualified to service the apparatus 1 8 ORDERING PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Customer Services provide an efficient friendly customer contact point for ordering new apparatus spare parts and accessories Customer Services Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9RA England Tel 44 0 1695 711711 Fax 44 0 1695 711775 1 9 WARRANTY The products manufactured at our factories in Skelmersdale and Vaasa carry a warranty of 12 months unless stated otherwise for parts labour and return to site The warranty period runs from the date of purchase by the end user These products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of delivery SCOTT will be under no liability for any defect arising from wilful dama
16. e pump dispensers are also available under Article Numbers 1017672 1 litre and 1017670 5 litres TriGene disinfecting wipes are available from Scott Health and Safety Limited in packs of 20 sachets Article Number 2004225 or drums of 100 wipes Article Number 1017652 6 5 CHECK APPARATUS 1 Check the apparatus thoroughly for signs of damage and wear If any of the components are damaged the apparatus must be returned with an explanatory note for servicing 2 Check that the cylinder valve handwheel turns smoothly and does not stick 3 Check that the cylinder is full If it is not withdraw FLITE from service and recharge the cylinder 6 6 DEMAND VALVE X 1 Operate the locking catch several times to check that it does not stick The locking catch should spring back to its original position without sticking FLITE 2 Operate the bypass knob several times and check that it does not stick and when it is released always rests in the ON or OFF position ae aca d o o w Hm 3 Check that the DV O ring is in good condition 7 Perform the pre use tests to ensure that the apparatus is fully operational Should an apparatus fail the pre use tests it must only be serviced by trained personnel who hold a current certificate for servicing FLITE 8 The apparatus can now be returned for use or storage 6 7 RECORD DETAILS OF CHECKS In the United Kingdom
17. f the apparatus may result in death injury or material damage and invalidate any resulting warranty or insurance claims COPYRIGHT This manual must not be copied in part or in whole or used for purposes other than its intended purpose without the written permission of Scott Health and Safety Limited 1 INTRODUCTION 1 4 ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL BA Breathing Apparatus DV Demand Valve kg Kilograms HP High pressure mg Milligrams ml Millilitres m Metres NRV Non Return Valve ppm Parts per million psi Pounds per Square Inch 1 2 LIMITATIONS OF USE FLITE must only be used with Sabre breathing apparatus facemasks FLITE must only be used by competent personnel trained by Scott Health and Safety Limited or their approved agents FLITE must not be used with spectacle side arms beards or other facial hair or clothing that may prevent the facemask forming a good seal with the face 1 3 BREATHABLE AIR Air for compressed air BA may be natural or synthetic The composition of breathable air is given in EN 12021 1999 or AS NZS1715 1994 The data given or required in EN 12021 are valid for normal atmospheric pressure one bar absolute 20 C All percentage requirements are given in by volume The composition of natural air is shown in Table 1 Element Mass Volume Dry Air Dry Air Oxygen 23 14 20 948 Nitrogen 75 52 78 08 Argon 1 29 0 93 Carbon Dioxide 0 05 0 031 4 Hydrogen
18. ge negligence abnormal working conditions failure to follow the original manufacturer s instructions misuse or unauthorised alteration or repair Evidence of purchase date will need to be provided for any claims arising during the warranty period All warranty claims must be directed through SCOTT Customer Services and in accordance with our sales return procedure FLITE 1 10 SELECTING APPARATUS FOR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION When selecting respiratory protective equipment the following factors must be considered Hazards likely to be encountered and their effect on the wearer Physical and emotional stress and their effect on wearer breathing rate The type of respiratory protection required The oxygen level may fall below 19 There are high levels of toxic hazard Where any of the above are present a higher level of respiratory protection should be selected When selecting respiratory protective apparatus refer to EN 529 2005 or ASINZS1715 1994 FLITE 2 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 2 4 GENERAL FLITE is a positive pressure compressed air airline breathing apparatus BA It can be used with either a A compressed air cylinder to enable wearers to leave hazardous areas safely in the event of airline failure or b A facemask that can be fitted with a suitable SCOTT particulate filter to be used when entering or leaving the hazard area with the airline disconnected In the lat
19. it is a statutory requirement of both the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health CoSHH regulations and the Personal Protective Equipment PPE directive that a Logbook is maintained for each apparatus The Logbook should record the results of Apparatus Checks as described above and all other service procedures or repairs The Logbook must be available for examination at all times A Breathing Apparatus Logbook Article Number 1034745 is available from Scott Health and Safety Limited for this purpose The logbook should contain Name and address of the employer responsible for the apparatus Name and signature or unique authentication of the conducting the test person 14 Manufacturer model and serial number of the equipment together with details of any other distinguishing features or markings that aid identification Condition of the equipment and details of any faults found during the tests including details of any remedial action taken Air pressure within the cylinder The quantity of flow and quality of air supplied by any airline system or systems used with the apparatus Types of test conducted Date of the test 6 8 MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 1 The apparatus must be checked monthly in accordance with the instructions in this manual for Pre use Checks 2 Details of these tests must be recorded in the appropriate register and retained for future reference In
20. not damaged or distorted T Replace Number 1031836 8 When the mask is dry polish the visor with a soft clean lint free cloth and replace the Visorguard Slacken the head harness ready for use Visorguard Article 6 2 DEMAND VALVE t 1 Fit the yellow DV dustcap Article Number 1033545 over the DV inlet immerse the bypass knob in running water and operate the bypass knob several times 2 Clean the outer surfaces with a clean lint free cloth Persistent marks can be removed with a clean lint free cloth moistened with a solution of TriGene and warm water 3 Check that both the locking catch and bypass knob move freely If either does not move freely the DV must be serviced 6 3 BANDOLIER 1 Brush dirt from the bandolier using a stiff brush 2 If heavily soiled the bandolier can be soaked in a solution of TriGene and warm water for one hour and then scrubbed with a stiff brush 3 Dry the bandolier thoroughly in a well ventilated room away from direct heat and sunlight 13 FLITE 6 4 REDUCER GAUGE AND CYLINDER Ae Dust the exterior of the equipment with a clean lint free cloth 2 Use a lint free cloth moistened in TriGene to clean off persistent marks Note TriGene cleansing and disinfecting solution is available from Scott Health and Safety Limited in both 1 litre and 5 litre containers under Article Numbers 2008247 and 20082468 respectively Suitabl
21. ter mode the facemask functions as a negative pressure device The supply airline hose connects to a CEN connector that supplies the facemask mounted demand valve via a length of medium pressure air hose WARNING FLITE must not be used in oxygen deficient atmospheres whilst disconnected from the airline supply and with the cylinder not in use Non Return Valves NRV in the pneumatics seal the air inlet from the airline and the cylinder when either are not in use The apparatus MUST be used with a cylinder or an airline or both The apparatus comprises a full facemask a Demand Valve DV and a pigtail with CEN coupling for attaching the supply airline There are three cylinder options that can be provided with the apparatus The air supply specification for FLITE is detailed below Maximum Cylinder Duration 10 13 or 15 minutes Maximum Airline Length 90 metres Air Supply Specification The flame resistant bandolier relieves the pull of the airline hose and when a compressed air cylinder is fitted supports the cylinder bag FLITE is marked in accordance with EN 139 and AS NZS1716 2003 An explanation of those markings is given below AB C D Z FLITE 3e J EROS AIR ESCAPE APPARATUS 1 ertified to EN139 amp AS1716 2 Lancashire WN8 9RA United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1695 727171 Fax 44 0 1695 711775 Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale F G
22. tional pair of wearers requires 300 L min for one wearer and 450 L min for two wearers see Table 2 All measurements must be taken at the wearer end of the airline An Airline Flow Tester Article Number 1035978 is available from Scott Health and Safety Limited for this purpose Example for 8 users 4 pairs the recommended flow is 4 x 300 150 1800 litres per minute External air supplies must conform to the Supply Pressures and Flow Rates listed in Table 2 when measured at the extreme end of the supply hose Number of Supply Pressure bar Airflow Wearers psi L min 1 300 5 5 9 5 70 130 2 1 pair 5 5 9 5 70 130 450 Table 2 Wearer Air Consumption 1 5 TRAINING Personnel who use breathing apparatus must be fully trained in accordance with these instructions and national regulations These instructions cannot replace an accredited training course run by fully qualified instructors in the proper and safe use of Sabre breathing apparatus Please contact Training and Technical Support Services or your Sabre distributor for training course details Training and Technical Support Services Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9RA England Tel 44 0 1695 711711 Fax 44 0 1695 711775 1 6 SERVICING FLITE must be serviced at scheduled intervals by personnel who have completed a formal training course and hold a current certificat
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