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1. When fit testing for Open Circuit Pressure Demand Self Contained Breathing Apparatus and or Type C Pressure Demand Supplied Air Respirator mode of operation minimum Fit Factor equal to or greater than 500 minimum appropriate negative pressure testing equipment must be used You should use a P100 Filter SCOTT P N 052683 and the SCOTT P N 805628 01 Fit Test Adapter When using a Portacount Respirator Fit Tester for Quantitative Fit Testing TSI recommends that the level of particles in the ambient air must be between 5000 and 30000 particles cm3 Refer to the Portacount Respirator Fit Tester user instructions for details including available Particle Generators to use with the Portacount Respirator Fit Tester if you have difficulty achieving the minimum level of ambient particle count required Test subjects must be in good health at the time of the fit testing Smoking or eating less than 30 minutes prior to the test is prohibited Any and all conditions that might interfere with a good face to facepiece seal must be addressed and corrected before performing the fit testing Refer to the list of conditions in the DONNING PROCEDURES section of this instruction P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 6 of 32 WARNING THE USER MUST BE PROPERLY FITTED USING A RESPIRATOR QUANTITATIVE FIT TEST BEFORE USE AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USER S INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIED DURING USE FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
2. T OPERATING amp MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS SCOTT ACSi SCBA ADVANCED CARRYING SYSTEM INDUSTRIAL SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS SCBA MODEL ACSi SCBA 2216 2216 PSI MODEL ACSi SCBA 4500 4500 PSI ADVANCED CARRYING SYSTEM TYPICAL ACSi SCBA RESPIRATOR WARNING IMPROPER USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IMPROPER USE INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO USE WITHOUT ADEQUATE TRAINING DISREGARD OF THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN AND FAILURE TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THIS RESPIRATOR THIS RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY IN CONJUNCTION WITH AN ORGANIZED RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM WHICH COMPLIES WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PRACTICES FOR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION 288 2 AVAILABLE FROM AMERICAN NA TIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE INC 1430 BROADWAY NEW YORK N Y 10018 OR THE REQUIREMENTS OF OSHA SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARD 29 CFR 1910 PARAGRAPH 134 AVAILABLE FROM THE U S DEPARTMENT OF LABOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION OR OTHER PERTINENT NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED STANDARDS 2011 Scott Safety SCOTT the SCOTT SAFETY Logo Scott Health and Safety ACSi WELD O VISTA AV 2000 AV 3000 and SureSeal are registered and or unregistered marks of Scott Technologies Inc or its affiliates Page 1 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 GENERAL DESCRIPTION The SCOTT ACSi Advanced Carrying System industrial Self Contained Breathing Apparatus SCBA is a respirator designed
3. WARNING FIT TESTING IN ACCORDANCE WITH OSHA STANDARD 29 CFR PART 1910 IS REQUIRED AS PART OF THE REQUIRED TRAINING BEFORE USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR FAILURE TO PROPERLY FIT AND TRAIN THE USER IN USE OF THE FACEPIECE AND RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING RESPIRATORS SHALL NOT BE WORN WHEN CONDITIONS PREVENT A GOOD FACE SEAL SUCH CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO FACIAL HAIR SUCH AS GROWTH OF BEARD OR SIDEBURNS OR LOW HAIRLINE THAT CROSSES OR INTERFERES WITH THE SEALING SURFACE THICK OR PROTRUDING HAIRSTYLES SUCH AS PONY TAILS OR BUNS THAT INTERFERE WITH THE SMOOTH AND CLOSE FIT OF THE HEAD HARNESS TO THE HEAD A SKULL CAP THAT PROJECTS UNDER THE FACEPIECE OR TEMPLE PIECES ON GLASSES ALSO THE ABSENCE OF ONE OR BOTH DENTURES CAN SERIOUSLY AFFECT THE FIT OF A FACEPIECE USE OF AN IMPROPERLY FITTED FACEPIECE MAY LEAD TO EXPOSURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH To verify the fit factor of the respirator testing must incorporate an exercise regimen of normal daily activities SCOTT requires the following set of fit test exercises which are based on OSHA Standard 29 CFR Part 1910 134 Appendix A and ANSI Z88 10 2001 with modifications Exercises are to be performed each for 60 seconds except as noted in a standing position during the test e Normal Breathing e Deep breathing e Turning
4. authorized distributor or a SCOTT authorized service center Any product returned to SCOTT shall be sent to SCOTT SAFETY Attn Warranty Claim Dept 4320 Goldmine Road Monroe NC 28111 This warranty does not apply to any malfunction of or damage to THE PROD UCT resulting from accident alteration misuse or abuse THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EX PRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN ADDITION SCOTT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE SALE OR USE OF SCOTT SAFETY PRODUCTS AND NO OTHER FIRM OR PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME ANY SUCH LIABILITY SCOTT SAFETY y Monroe Corporate Center S A T Y PO Box 569 A Tyco International Company Scott Safety ISO 9001 REGISTERED P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 32 of 32 Monroe NC 28111 Telephone 1 800 247 7257 FAX 704 291 8330 www scottsafety com Printed in USA
5. AND CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF THE RESPIRATOR SUCH A MALFUNCTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH RESPIRATOR MARKINGS Do not alter or permanently cover over any labels on the SCOTT ACSi SCBA or SCOTT ACSi SCBA cylinder and valve assembly If user ap plied identification markings are added to the SCOTT ACSi SCBA or SCBA cylinder and valve assembly do not obscure any labels supplied on the ACSi SCBA or ACSi SCBA cylinder and valve assembly Any user applied markings must be applied in such a way as will not weaken or damage the ACSi SCBA or ACSi SCBA cylinder and valve assembly will not interfere with the proper function of these assemblies and will not add flammable materials to these assemblies FIELD LEVEL MAINTENANCE The respiratory protection program under which this equipment is used may elect to train an individual to perform maintenance beyond the routine clean ing and REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION of the respirator For this purpose the SCOTT Field Level Maintenance Training Manual is available on request from SCOTT Safety This manual contains additional maintenance information that can be performed someone with good mechanical ability using standard hand tools Contact your SCOTT distributor for details The information in this manual is not as detailed or advanced as that which is available to a SCOTT Authorized Service Center PERIODIC TESTING SCOTT recommends that this respirator be inspected and tested by a SCOTT Aut
6. IS MEANT TO SUPPLEMENT NOT REPLACE THE INSTRUCTIONS TRAIN ING SUPERVISION MAINTENANCE AND OTHER ELEMENTS OF YOUR ORGANIZED RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM SEE WARNING ON PAGE 1 OF THIS DOCUMENT FAILURE TO HEED ANY WARNINGS IN THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION The following procedure shall be used when you first receive the respirator and for daily or periodic inspection of the respirator Respirators in regular use must be inspected at the start of each use period and during cleaning after each use Respirators maintained for emergency use must be inspected as frequently as required to assure the respirator will function properly when required The US Labor Department OSHA pursuant to 29 CFR 1910 134 requires at least monthly inspection of respirators maintained for emergency use NIOSH rec ommends an inspection for cylinder pressure at least weekly The condition of storage at your location or the regulations which apply to your respiratory protection program may require more frequent periodic inspections IF ANY DISCREPANCY OR MALFUNCTION IS NOTED DURING THE INSPECTION DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPI RATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL INSPECTION OF THE RESPIRATOR 1 Inspect the complete respirator for worn or damaged components a Inspect hoses and rubber parts which exhibit cracking splitting or brittleness b Inspect h
7. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 SCOTT SAFETY LIMITED WARRANTY ON INDUSTRIAL SCBA Scott Safety SCOTT warrants INDUSTRIAL SCBA THE PRODUCT to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of five 5 years from the date of original manufacture by SCOTT This warranty applies to all components of THE PRODUCT including all accessories and optional equip ment purchased and supplied at the time of original sale of THE PRODUCT EXCEPT electrically operated devices consumable supplies and carrying cases SCOTT warrants all electrically operated devices unused consumable supplies and carrying cases supplied with THE PRODUCT to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for one 1 year from the date of original manufacture by SCOTT SCOTT s obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing at SCOTT s option THE PRODUCT or components shown to be defective in either workmanship or materials Only personnel of SCOTT or when directed by SCOTT authorized SCOTT agents are authorized to perform warranty obligations This warranty does not apply to defects or damage caused by any repairs of or alterations to THE PRODUCT made by owner or any third party unless expressly permitted by SCOTT product manuals or by written authorization from SCOTT To obtain performance under this warranty and as a condition precedent to any duty of SCOTT the purchaser must return such products to SCOTT a SCOTT
8. facepiece and terminate re Spiratory protection proceed as follows 1 Leave contaminated area or be certain that respiratory protection is no longer required Decontamination may be required by your respiratory protection program 2 Loosen the neck straps by simultaneously lifting the lower buckle release levers outward away from the head and lifting facepiece away from face The buckle release levers are the U shaped extensions of the facepiece buckle assemblies NOTE THE USER MAY FIND IT MORE COMFORTABLE TO FIRST RE LIEVE TENSION ON THE UPPER STRAP BY LIFTING THE UPPER BUCKLE RELEASE LEVERS 3 To stop the flow of air from the facepiece fully depress the air saver donning switch on top of the regulator and release NOTE OPERATION OF THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH IS INTENDED TO PREVENT A FREE FLOW OF AIR AND THE DEPLETION OF THE AIR SUPPLY WHEN THE FACEPIECE IS DOFFED WITH THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH ACTIVATED THE PURGE VALVE AND WHISTLE ALARM WILL FUNCTION NORMALLY IF THE PURGE VALVE HAS BEEN ADJUSTED TO PRODUCE A FLOW OR IF THE WHISTLE ALARM IS IN OPERATION THE AIR WILL CONTINUE TO BE DEPLETED 4 Remove the facepiece by pulling it up and over the head NOTE IF THE RESPIRATOR IS NOT GOING TO BE USED FOR A PE RIOD OF TIME CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE 5 To resume use of the respirator repeat the facepiece donning procedure see USE OF RESPIRATOR Section 6 When respirator operations are completed and on
9. long as when used at 1 atmosphere and at 3 atmospheres will be one third as long 8 loose or improperly fitting facepiece 9 the condition of the respirator being used P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 4 of 32 WARNING THE RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM UNDER WHICH THIS EQUIPMENT IS TO BE USED MUST DETERMINE THE APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF PROTECTION THAT THE RESPIRATOR IS EXPECTED TO PROVIDE USE OF INAPPROPRIATE RESPIRATOR EQUIPMENT FOR THE WORK ENVIRONMENT MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THIS RESPIRATOR PROVIDES PROTECTION ONLY TO THE USER S RESPIRATORY SYSTEM AND TO PART OF THE FACE IF THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE CONTAINS TOXINS OR CONTAMINANTS WHICH MAY POISON THROUGH THE SKIN ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MAY BE REQUIRED FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR THE HAZARDS IN THE WORKPLACE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING TO MAINTAIN NIOSH APPROVAL AN AV 3000 FACEPIECE EQUIPPED WITH A SURESEAL FACE SEAL PIN 31001738 SMALL P N 31001739 MEDIUM OR P N 31001740 LARGE MUST BE USED ONLY WITH GREY NOSE CUP P N 31001043 SMALL P N 31001044 MEDIUM OR P N 31001045 LARGE USE OF A NON APPROVED CONFIGURATION IN A HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE RESPIRATOR USER MUST IMMEDIATELY LEAVE THE AREA REQUIRING RESPIRATORY PROTECTION WHEN THE WHISTLE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM
10. sure the regulator gasket is in place around the outlet port of the regulator and not damaged To attach the regulator to the facepiece hold the regulator with the red purge valve in the 12 o clock position align the two flats of the outlet port with corresponding flats in the facepiece port and insert Rotate the regulator counterclockwise viewed from inside of facepiece so that the red purge valve knob is situated on the left side of the facepiece The lock tab on the mask mounted regulator will lock into the facepiece retainer with a click When properly engaged the regulator will not rotate With facepiece sealed to face inhale sharply to actuate respirator Air will then be supplied during inhalation NOTE IF AIR IS NOT SUPPLIED ON FIRST INHALATION CHECK THAT THE CYLINDER VALVE IS FULLY OPEN THAT THE REMOTE GAUGE INDICATES PRESSURE IN CYLINDER AND THAT THE FACEPIECE IS SEALED TO FACE 3 NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST Close cylinder valve by simultaneously pushing in on cylinder valve knob and rotating it clockwise Breathe on respirator until airflow stops The whistle alarm will actuate then stop Inhale slowly and hold your breath momentarily No leakage of air shall be detected and the facepiece shall be drawn slightly to the face Open cylinder valve fully and breathe normally If the environment is suitably quiet leakage from the facepiece can also be detected by listening for a flow of air while holding your bre
11. to supply breathable air and respiratory protection to personnel while performing work in objec tionable oxygen deficient and or unbreathable toxic atmospheres Model 2216 ACSi SCBA respirator uses a 2216 psi cylinder while Model 4500 ACSi SCBA respirator uses a 4500 psi cylinder These respirators are National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH approved for use in temperatures to 25 F 32 C This respirator is to be used only by persons trained in the use of the respirator and only in conjunction with an organized respiratory protection program This respirator is not to be used under water for interior structural fire fighting or for any other purpose not authorized by the organized respiratory protection program that applies specifically to the user The respirator consists of a cylinder and valve assembly for storing com pressed breathing air a harness and backframe assembly to support the equipment on the body of the wearer a single stage pressure reducer mounted on the backframe a positive pressure facepiece mounted breathing regulator and a facepiece assembly The ACSi SCBA respirator is approved for use with both the right angle cylinder and valve assembly as well as the older SCOTT cylinder and valve assemblies approved for use on the SCOTT Industrial SCBA ISCBA ACSi SCBA RIGHT ANGLE CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY SCOTT ISCBA CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 TWO CYLINDER AND VALVE CONFIGU
12. valve hand wheel and the threads on the cylinder valve outlet 4 Check the relief valve burst disc for damage or dirt 5 Check the cylinder pressure gauge for FULL indication If cylinder pressure is less than FULL replace with a fully charged cylinder DEATH CYLINDER RETENTION AG Xy STRAP 8 A SHOULDER ps ag UPPER SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT REGULATOR QUICK i DISCONNECT FR STRAP REMOTE PRESSURE GAUGE AND WW I WHISTLE KY LOWER SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT v lil ilii li i HIP PADS WAIST BELT BUCKLE OO PRESSURE REDUCER CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 TYPICAL ACSi SCBA RESPIRATOR WAIST BELT RELEASE BUCKLE REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION Continued on next page Page 9 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION Continued INSPECTION OF THE FACEPIECE Examine the facepiece assembly for damaged or worn components The facepiece must be complete and in serviceable condition with no worn loose or damaged components The AV 2000 style facepieces include the AV 2000 and the Weld O Vista e The AV 3000 style facepieces include the AV 3000 and the AV 3000 SureSeal Inspect the facepiece as follows 1 Inspect the facepiece seal and other rubber components for deformation VOICEMITTERS FACEPIECE WITH FACEPIECE WITH NO VOICEMITTERS VOICEMITTERS FIGURE 3 wear damage or cracks 2 Inspect the lens for cracks
13. with the appropriate SCOTT Service Manuals Service by a SCOTT Authorized Service Center can be arranged through your authorized SCOTT distributor or by contacting SCOTT Safety RETIREMENT CRITERIA AND CONSIDERATIONS Retirement criteria and considerations to be determined by SCOTT trained and Certified Overhaul Technicians Page 31 of 32 WARNING APPLYING ANY MARKINGS OR LABELS THAT DAMAGE OR OBSCURE THE EXISTING LABELING MAY VOID THE APPROVAL OF THE CERTIFYING AGENCY BY INTERFERING WITH PROPER IDENTIFICATION OF ASSEMBLIES IMPROPER IDENTIFICATION OF ASSEMBLIES MAY RESULT IN ERRORS IN MAINTENANCE CAUSING FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING DO NOT APPLY ANY MARKINGS OR LABELS THAT DAMAGE OR INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR ANY USER APPLIED MARKINGS THAT INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR MAY CAUSE A FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR AND MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING MAINTAIN ONLY WITH APPROVED PARTS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED METHODS THE USE OF NON SCOTT AUTHORIZED COMPONENTS DURING MAINTENANCE OR ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCE BEYOND THE SCOPE OF THIS INSTRUCTION WITHOUT THE PROPER TRAINING EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORIZATION MAY RESULT IN A FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING FAILURE TO REGULARLY INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THIS RESPIRATOR AS INSTRUCTED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN A FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR LEADING TO
14. 32 WARNING BEFORE ENTERING A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE OR UNKNOWN CONDITION THE USER MUST DETERMINE THAT THE CYLINDER CONTAINS SUFFICIENT AIR TO ALLOW TIME FOR COMPLETION OF THE TASK INVOLVED AND RETURN TO A SAFE ATMOSPHERE WITH AN ADEQUATE MARGIN FOR SAFETY THE USER SHOULD ALWAYS START WITH A FULL TANK PARTIALLY FILLED TANKS SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN EMERGENCY CONDITIONS IF FULL TANKS ARE NOT AVAILABLE ENTERING A HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WITH INSUFFICIENT AIR OR AFTER THE END OF SERVICE TIME INDICATOR HAS ACTUATED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE CYLINDER VALVE MUST BE FULLY OPENED FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITH THE CYLINDER VALVE PARTIALLY OPENED MAY CAUSE A REDUCTION OF THE AIR SUPPLIED TO THE USER AND OR A SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF AIR SUPPLIED TO THE USER A REDUCTION OR LOSS OF AIR TO THE USER MAY RESULT IN EXPOSING THE USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST AND LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING IF THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR WHISTLE ALARM DOES NOT ACTUATE AS DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUCTION DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL USE OF AN IMPROPERLY OPERATING END OF SERVICE INDICATOR WHISTLE ALARM MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH USE OF RESPIRATOR Continued on next page P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED FACEPIE
15. 5 BLACK Nose Cup BEHIND Face Seal b The AV 2000 and the Weld O Vista the Nose Cup always goes BE HIND the face seal REGARDLESS of the color of the nose cup See AV 3000 FACEPIECES ONLY GRAY IN FRONT OF FACE SEAL FIGURE 7 AV 2000 STYLE FACEPIECES AV 2000 Nose Cup Always BEHIND the Face Seal FIGURE 7 12 Verify that the facepiece is clean 13 Adjust the head straps to the full outward position Page 11 of 32 ONL s Inspect the nose cup for cuts or damage Also look for any signs of damage to the facepiece port side of the nose cup where the regulator FIGURE 6 GRAY Nose Cup IN FRONT OF Face Seal Y CAUTION IF THE NOSE CUP IS REMOVED FOR INSPECTION MAKE CERTAIN IT IS REASSEMBLED CORRECTLY FOR THE MODEL FACEPIECE AND STYLE OF NOSE CUP WARNING TO MAINTAIN NIOSH APPROVAL AN AV 3000 FACEPIECE EQUIPPED WITH A SURESEAL FACE SEAL PIN 31001738 SMALL P N 31001739 MEDIUM OR P N 31001740 LARGE MUST BE USED ONLY WITH GREY NOSE CUP P N 31001043 SMALL P N 31001044 MEDIUM OR P N 31001045 LARGE USE OF A NON APPROVED CONFIGURATION IN A HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION Continued on next page P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION Continued 5 If the breathing regulator is equipped with a MODULAIR quick disconnect SEPARATE the regulator from the respirator by pushing THE MALE PLUG INT
16. ACTUATES ACTUATION OF THE WHISTLE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM WARNS THAT APPROXIMATELY 25 OF FULL PRESSURE REMAINS IN THE AIR SUPPLY CYLINDER THAT IS APPROXIMATELY 3 4 OF THE TOTAL AIR SUPPLY HAS BEEN USED A DELAY IN LEAVING THE AREA AFTER ALARM ACTUATION MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH WARNING FAILURE TO PROPERLY FIT THE RESPIRATOR FACEPIECE TO THE USER MAY RESULT IN LITTLE OR NO RESPIRATORY PROTECTION AND MAY EXPOSE THE WEARER TO SUBSTANCES WHICH CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS D AIRLINE RESPIRATORS CAN BE USED ONLY WHEN THE RESPIRATORS ARE SUPPLIED WITH RESPIRABLE AIR MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS OF CGA G 7 1 GRADE D OR HIGHER QUALITY E USE ONLY THE PRESSURE RANGES AND HOSE LENGTHS SPECIFIED IN THE USER S INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINS ELECTRICAL PARTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED AS AN IGNITION SOURCE IN FLAMMABLE OR EX PLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES BY MSHA NIOSH J FAILURE TO PROPERLY USE AND MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH M ALL APPROVED RESPIRATORS SHALL BE SELECTED FITTED USED AND MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MSHA OSHA AND OTHER APPLICABLE REGULATIONS N NEVER SUBSTITUTE MODIFY ADD OR OMIT PARTS USE ONLY EXACT REPLACEMENT PARTS IN THE CONFIGURATION AS SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER O REFER TO USERS INSTRUCTIONS AND OR MAINTENANCE MANUALS FOR INFORMATION ON USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THESE RESPIRATORS S SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USERS INSTRUCTIO
17. AFTER SHAVE OR ANYTHING ELSE WHICH INTERFERES WITH THE FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL ALSO THE ABSENCE OF ONE OR BOTH DENTURES CAN SERIOUSLY AFFECT THE FIT OFA FACEPIECE USE OF AN IMPROPERLY FITTED FACEPIECE MAY LEAD TO EXPOSURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DONNING THE FOUR STRAP FACEPIECE including AV 2000 AV 3000 and Weld O Vista 1 Adjust the head straps to their full outward position 2 Hold the facepiece in one hand and hold the head harness by the strap at the base of the head net 3 Place the facepiece on the face with chin properly located in the chin pocket while pulling the head harness over the top of the head Verify that no hair or clothing is interfering with the face to facepiece seal See FIGURE 9 A O TE 4 Tighten the neck straps by pulling the two lower strap ends toward the rear of the head See FIGURE 9 B ENSURE THAT THE CHIN IS PROPERLY 5 Stroke the head harness net down the back of the head using one or LOCATED IN THE CHIN POCKET OF THE both hands Verify that the head harness is lying flat against the back FACEPIECE THROUGHOUT THE DONNING of the head Retighten the neck straps See FIGURE 9 C PROCESS WARNING FAILURE TO DON THE FACEPIECE AND OR FAILURE TO ADJUST THE HEAD HARNESS AS DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN A POOR FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL OR MAY RESULT IN THE FAILURE OF THE FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL DURING USE A POOR OR FAILED FACE TO FACEP
18. AL EXPOSURE TO HIGH HEAT OR FLAME IS A POSSIBILITY IN THOSE CIRCUMSTANCES THE POLYESTER OR NYLON MAY MELT OR BURN CAUSING INJURY OR MAY INTERFERE WITH RESPIRATORY PROTECTION RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING DO NOT USE OXYGEN USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR IS ONLY APPROVED WITH THE PROPER GRADE OF BREATHING AIR SUPPLYING THE RESPIRATOR WITH OXYGEN MAY CAUSE SICKNESS OR MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 CHOOSING THE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT Respirators reduce but do not eliminate all exposure to the hazardous at mosphere Some facepiece respirator combinations are more effective than others at reducing exposure depending on the nature and the concentration of the contaminant in the hazardous atmosphere When choosing a respirator and facepiece the respiratory protection program under which this respira tor is to be used must determine the appropriate level of protection that the facepiece respirator is expected to provide Use of inappropriate RESPIRA TOR equipment for the work environment may result in exposure to the hazardous atmosphere which may cause serious injury or death The respiratory protection program must also take into consideration the levels of exposure which may be hazardous irrespective of respiratory protection e g contaminants which are toxic through exposure to unprotected skin Additional protective equipment such as apparel may be required
19. CE DONNING PROCEDURES Before use of the respirator the user must read and practice the procedures for donning use and termination of use The user must be familiar with and practice the prescribed donning leak test use and termination of use procedures prior to respirator use Follow the donning instructions for the model facepiece you have The DONNING INSTRUCTIONS for FOUR STRAP full facepieces such as the AV 2000 AV 3000 and the Weld O Vista and the FIVE STRAP full facepieces such as the AV 3000 SureSeal are included in this instruction The respirator MUST NOT be worn when conditions prevent a good face to facepiece seal Such conditions include but are not limited to e long hair at the forehead or the side of the face that interferes with the sealing surface or gets caught in the head harness buckles e facial hair such as growth of beard or sideburns or low hairline that crosses or interferes with the sealing surface e thick or protruding hairstyles such as pony tails or buns that interfere with the smooth and close fit of the head harness to the head e temple pieces on corrective glasses e a skull cap that projects under the facepiece excessive use of cosmetics including moisturizers make up or after shave the absence of one or both dentures weight loss or weight gain since last fit testing e facial scarring e anything else which interferes with the face to facepiece seal or the fit of the he
20. DED CLEANER MAY NOT BE EFFECTIVE ON POROUS MATERIAL 3 Rinse with drinking water using a spray bottle or running water 4 Shake excess water off of facepiece and then dry with a clean lint free cloth or gently blow dry with clean dry breathing air of 30 psig or less pressure Do not use shop air or any other air containing lubricants or moisture P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 28 of 32 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF THIS RESPIRATOR BEYOND THE SCOPE OF THIS INSTRUCTION TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR FURTHER SERVICE OR REPAIR OF THIS RESPIRATOR THIS RESPIRATOR MAY SUPPORT LIFE IN HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERES FAILURE TO PROPERLY SERVICE THIS RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION CERTAIN CLEANING AND DISINFECTING AGENTS SUCH AS QUATERNARY AMMONIUM COMPOUNDS AMMONIUM CHLORIDES MAY CAUSE DAMAGE DETERIORATION OR ACCELERATED AGING TO PARTS OF THE RESPIRATOR USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED CLEANING AND DISINFECTING AGENTS WARNING KEEP ALL SANITIZING OR DISINFECTING CLEANERS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN USE THE CLEANER ONLY IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE PRODUCT LABELING AND USE INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION IF YOU HAVE SPECIFIC CLEANING REQUIREMENTS CONTACT SCOTT FOR ASSISTANCE CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR NOTE AFTER CLEANING THE REGULATOR VERIFY THAT ALL MOISTURE HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE REGULATOR AS DESCR
21. ECURELY HELD IN PLACE ON THE BACK FRAME BY THE CYLINDER RETENTION ASSEMBLY IF THE RETENTION STRAP CAUTION IS TOO LOOSE RELEASE THE STRAP AND PULL IT TIGHTER DO NOT LEAVE THE CYLINDER VALVE OPEN ON AN EMPTY CYLINDER KEEP THE CYLINDER VALVE CLOSED TO PREVENT MOISTURE OR CONTAMINANTS FROM ENTERING THE CYLINDER CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE 8 The removed cylinder shall be refilled and inspected by authorized per sonnel See Scott Specialist Level Maintenance Manual available on request from Scott Safety for further information P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 26 of 32 ACCESSORIES 1 Neck Strap P N 804088 01 is used to hold facepiece in a ready position Waist Belt Extender P N 20085 7 01 Chest Strap P N 2020206 A carrying case is available to store and transport respirator Consult with your SCOTT authorized distributor for details about SCOTT carrying cases for the ACSi SCBA Industrial respirator Lens Kit P N 804442 01 allows installation of corrective lenses in facepiece Frame is provided Clear protective Lens Cover P N 803941 25 package of 25 is used to protect full facepiece lens against external scratching spatter paint spray and abrasion Facepieces for the respirator are available in a variety of sizes and configurations Consult with your SCOTT authorized d
22. EGARD OF THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE RESPIRATOR AND ITS ACCESSORIES AND FAILURE TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THE RESPIRATOR READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ANY APPLICABLE ACCESSORY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE A RESPIRATOR Page 5 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 FACEPIECE FITTING AND FIT TESTING A respirator Quantitative Fit Test must be performed to ensure the correct respirator facepiece size has been selected and assigned to the user It is the responsibility of the Respiratory Protection Program Manager or Safety Coordinator to assist the user in selecting the correct respirator size relative to the user s facial features and dimensions Fit Testing must be performed with any approved SCOTT accessories that will be used with the respirator installed such as a communications device installed on the facepiece Respirator fit tests are explained fully in the American National Standard Practices for Respiratory Protection ANSI Z88 10 2001 which is published by the American National Standards Institute ANSI 11 West 42nd Street New York New York 10036 and in the Occupational Safety and Health Standards OSHA 29 CFR 1910 134 Appendix A which is published by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA 200 Constitution Avenue NW Washington DC 20210 Quantitative Fit Testing per OSHA Standard 29 CFR Part 1910 134 Appendix A or ANSI Standard Z88 10 2001 requires test
23. ERLY IDENTIFY MALFUNCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING RESPIRATORS MUST BE CLEANED AND INSPECTED BEFORE STORAGE FOR REUSE RESPIRATORS WITH WORN OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS SHALL NOT BE STORED FOR REUSE REPLACE WORN OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS DURING INSPECTION OR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITH WORN OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE SMALL VENT HOLES IN THE PRESSURE REDUCER MUST BE CLEAR AND UNOBSTRUCTED FOR PROPER OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR OBSTRUCTION OF THE VENT HOLES EITHER BY DIRT ACCUMULATION OR CARELESS APPLICATION OF USER LABELING MAY RESULT INA MALFUNCTION OF THE RESPIRATOR WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH INSPECTION OF THE BREATHING AIR CYLINDER 1 Visually inspect breathing air cylinder and valve assembly for physical damage such as dents or gouges in metal or in composite wrapping Cylinders which show physical damage or exposure to high heat or flame such as paint turned brown or black decals charred or missing pressure gauge lens melted or elastomeric bumper distorted and cylinders which show evidence of exposure to chemicals such as discoloration cracks in the cylinder or the composite wrapping peeling of the outer layers of the composite wrapping and or bulging of the cylinder wall shall be removed from service and emptied of compressed air Publications on compressed g
24. ERLY INSPECT THE RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE CLEANING AND STORAGE CONTINUED NEXT PAGE P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 CLEANING AND STORAGE CONTINUED CLEANING THE BACKFRAME The ACSi SCBA respirator harness and back frame can be sponged clean with mild solution of soap and warm water For more extensive cleaning of the backframe you must first remove the pneumatics the reducer gauge hoses etc Refer to the SCOTT Specialist Level Service Manual number STC 2511 for details of removal and reinstal lation of the ACSi SCBA backframe pneumatics NOTE IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ANY PERSON PERFORMING SPECIALIST LEVEL MAINTENANCE TO SCOTT PRODUCTS TO OBTAIN AND USE THE MOST CURRENT MANUALS OR MANUAL MODULES WHICH APPLY TO THE WORK BEING PERFORMED IN ADDITION THIS PERSON SHALL OBTAIN AND USE ANY OTHER LITERATURE OR MATERIALS REQUIRED TO INSPECT CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SCOTT PRODUCTS INCLUDING THE APPROPRIATE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE EQUIPMENT Following removal of the pneumatics the backframe can be manually cleaned in a bath dunk containing a cleaning or disinfectant sanitizing solution or it can be machine washed to the following care instructions e Machine wash at 105 F 41 C max Do not bleach e Do not tumble dr
25. However any additional protective equipment must not interfere with access to or op eration of the respirator When properly donned and operated the SCOTT ACSi SCBA respirator pro vides limited protection from airborne contaminants to only the respiratory system and part of the face of the user The using agency must provide the appropriate protective clothing for use with the ACSi SCBA respirator and must insure that protective clothing does not interfere with the operation of the ACSi SCBA respirator NIOSH approval is granted to respiratory protection equipment made up of specific combinations of parts or assemblies that have been successfully tested to the performance standards established by the approval agencies To maintain NIOSH approval an AV 3000 facepiece equipped with a SureSeal face seal P N 31001738 Small P N 31001739 Medium or P N 31001740 Large must be used only with Grey Nose Cup P N 31001043 Small P N 31001044 Medium or P N 31001045 Large If you are using an AV 3000 facepiece equipped with a SureSeal face seal and do not have a Grey Nose Cup contact SCOTT or your authorized SCOTT distributor Failure to comply with this requirement will void the approvals for your respirator Use of a non approved configuration in a hazardous atmo sphere may result in serious injury or death SERVICE LIFE The 2216 ACSi SCBA respirator is rated and approved by NIOSH as a 30 minute duration unit and the 4500 ACSi SCBA r
26. IBED IN THE REGU LATOR CHECK SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION 1 Remove the breathing regulator from the facepiece by pulling back on the locking clip and rotating the regulator 1 4 turn clockwise 2 Remove any obvious dirt from the external surfaces of the regulator using SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner with a sponge or soft cloth 3 Inspect the inside of the regulator assembly through the regulator opening See FIGURE 18 If excessive dirt or soil is present forward regulator as sembly to SCOTT trained authorized personnel for thorough cleaning 4 Depress the donning air saver switch close the purge valve by turning fully clockwise Use the SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner in the regulator opening and the immediate area around the opening See FIGURE 18 Be sure to cover internal components completely WET ALL AREAS WITHIN CIRCLE _ 5 Follow the user instructions for the SCOTT recommended cleaner A specific contact time may be re quired for sanitizing or disinfecting before rinsing 6 Rinse the regulator with drinking water using a spray bottle or gen tly running tap water 7 Shake excess water out of reg ulator Completely air dry the regulator before use REGULATOR T OPENING FIGURE 18 NOTE TO SPEED DRYING OF THE REGULATOR GENTLY BLOW DRY WITH CLEAN DRY BREATHING AIR OF 30 PSIG MAXIMUM DO NOT USE SHOP AIR OR ANY OTHER AIR CONTAINING LUBRICANTS OR MOISTURE 8 If re
27. IECE SEAL MAY REDUCE THE DURATION OF USE OF THE RESPIRATOR AND OR EXPOSE THE USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH NOTE FIGURE 9 VERIFY THAT THE TOP CENTER PORTION DONNING THE FOUR STRAP FACEPIECE OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF THE HEAD 6 Tighten the two temple straps Adjust the temple straps by pulling the two temple strap ends toward the back of the head Overtightening may cause discomfort See FIGURE 9 D 7 Retighten the neck straps if required 8 Refer to the DONNING PROBLEMS section of this instruction USE OF THE RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page 15 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED DONNING THE FIVE STRAP AV 3000 SURESEAL FACEPIECE 1 Adjust the head straps to the full outward position FIGURE 10 A ADJUST HEAD STRAPS OUT 2 Hold the facepiece in one hand while holding the head harness up and out of the way with other hand If so equipped use the Head Harness Pull Tab on the bottom rear of the head harness FIGURE 10 B HARNESS OUT OF WAY 3 Place the facepiece centered on the face with the chin properly positioned in the chin cup Verify that no hair or clothing is interfering with the face to facepiece seal Hold the facepiece in place with the chin properly located in the chin cup throughout the donning process NOTE ENSURE THAT THE CHIN IS PROPERLY LOCATED IN THE CHI
28. INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE RESPIRATOR MUST BE COMPLETELY DRY BEFORE AND DURING STORAGE MOISTURE IN THE FACEPIECE OR THE WORKING PARTS OF THE RESPIRATOR ESPECIALLY WHEN EXPOSED TO FREEZING TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE FOGGING OF THE FACEPIECE OR A MALFUNCTION OF THE RESPIRATOR WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE There are two different cylinder retention systems used on the ACSi SCBA respirator Backframes e The Standard black backframe uses a strap with a Hook and Loop Fas tener e The Hi Viz Orange backframe uses a Locking Toggle Buckle Determine which cylinder retention system is on you backframe and follow the appropriate instructions To replace the breathing air cylinder on the ACSi SCBA proceed as fol lows 1 Leave the contaminated area and be certain that respiratory protection is not required 2 Doff the facepiece See TERMINATION OF USE Section 3 Rotate the cylinder valve knob clockwise to close cylinder valve 4 Bleed down residual air pressure by opening the purge valve slightly When flow of air from facepiece stops close purge valve fully Release the waist belt buckle and remove respirator Replace the cylinder as follows 1 Unthread the pressure reducer coupling from the cylinder valve by rotat ing the coupling counterclockwise 2 To release the cylinder retention strap lift the strap end and separate the hook and loop f
29. N POCKET OF THE FACEPIECE THROUGHOUT THE DONNING FIGURE 10 C PROCESS CHIN IN CHIN POCKET 4 Stroke the head harness over the head and ensure that straps are ly ing smooth and flat against the head and neck with no twists Verify the head harness is centered and properly located at the back and base of the head Maintain the head harness in this position NOTE VERIFY THAT THE TOP CENTER PORTION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF THE HEAD FIGURE 10 D HEAD HARNESS POSITION P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 16 of 32 5 While holding the facepiece in place with one hand tighten the neck straps evenly one at a time by pulling each neck strap end toward the rear of the head Alternate hands to maintain the facepiece position on the face FIGURE 10 E HOLD AND TIGHTEN 6 Verify the proper location of the face in the facepiece and the chin in the chin cup While still holding the facepiece in place with one hand tighten the temple straps evenly one at a time by pulling each temple strap end toward the rear of the head Alternate hands to maintain the facepiece position on the face FIGURE 10 F HOLD AND TIGHTEN 7 Verify the proper location of the face in the facepiece and the chin in the chin cup Tighten the forehead strap last by pulling the forehead strap toward the back of the head Do not overtighten the forehead strap FIGURE 10 G TIGHTEN FOREHEAD STRAP 8 Verify that the head harness is center
30. NG AND PREPARATION FOR USE 1 Always check the cylinder gauge for a FULL indication If the cylinder is not full replace the cylinder before use A gauge indication of other than full may indicate an air leak in the cylinder and valve assembly or a malfunction of the gauge assembly 2 Always verify that the cylinder is held securely by the cylinder retention assembly 3 If a wall storage bracket is used follow the instructions of the bracket manufacturer for placing arms through shoulder straps and freeing the respirator from the bracket 4 lf the respirator is stored in a hard or soft storage case place the case on the ground or level surface and open the case 5 Don the ACSi SCBA as follows a Adjust the lower shoulder straps to their full outward fully loose position b Spread the shoulder straps and fold open waist pad Stand the respi rator on the cylinder valve with cylinder toward you and the shoulder straps away from you Pick up the respirator and swing it around behind you as if you were donning a coat d While leaning slightly forward slide unit down back Ensure that the shoulder pads fall into place on the shoulders Pull down on the lower shoulder straps to settle the unit in position on the back f While still leaning slightly forward connect the waist belt buckle and adjust the belt by pulling on the belt end Adjust the waist belt for firm fit on hips Tuck the belt end into the waistband g St
31. NS AND OR SPECIFIC USE LIMITATIONS APPLY REFER TO INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE DONNING S SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USER S INSTRUCTIONS ALL MODELS OF THE SCOTT ACSI SCBA INDUSTRIAL 4500 PSIG AND 2216 PSIG RESPIRATORS ARE APPROVED FOR RESPI RATORY PROTECTION DURING ENTRY INTO OR ESCAPE FROM OXYGEN DEFICIENT ATMOSPHERES GASES AND VAPORS AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 25 F 32 C WHEN USING FACEPIECE P N 803921 01 803921 02 OR 803921 03 AT TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C ADD OPTIONAL NOSE CUP ASSEMBLY P N 802819 01 SEE LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ALL MODELS ARE APPROVED ONLY WHEN COMPRESSED AIR RESERVOIR IS FULLY CHARGED WITH AIR MEETING THE RE QUIREMENTS OF THE COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION CGA SPECIFICATION G 7 1 FOR TYPE 1 GRADE D AIR OR EQUIVA LENT SPECIFICATIONS THE CONTAINER SHALL MEET APPLICABLE DOT SPECIFICATIONS SEE THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION SECTION OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WHEN USING THE ACCESSORY HOSE ASSEMBLY TO EXTEND DURATION OF USE REFER TO THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE DURATION EXTENDING ACCESSORY HOSE INSTRUCTION FOR LENGTH OF HOSE AND AIR PRESSURE REQUIRED FOR OPERATION THE SCOTT VOICE AMPLIFIER MAY ONLY BE USED WITH A SCOTT FACEPIECE EQUIPPED WITH DUAL VOICEMITTERS WARNING IMPROPER USE OF A RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IMPROPER USE INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO USE WITHOUT TRAINING DISR
32. O THE coupling connection WHILE pulling back on the outer sleeve of the female coupling The disconnect will separate See FIGURE 8 PULL SLEEVE SLEEVE FIGURE 8 Reconnect the coupling by pushing the plug into the coupling until the sleeve snaps forward Check that the disconnect is engaged properly by tugging on the coupling Verify that a FULL cylinder is properly installed in the backframe and that the reducer hose coupling is hand tightened to the cylinder valve outlet If no damage is found proceed to the OPERATIONAL TESTING 2 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 OPERATIONAL INSPECTION 1 Fully depress the center of the air saver donning switch on the top of the regulator and release Slowly open the cylinder valve by fully rotating knob counterclockwise The whistle alarm shall actuate and then stop There shall be no airflow from the facepiece Don the facepiece or hold the facepiece to the face to effect a good seal Inhale sharply to automatically start the flow of air Breathe normally from the facepiece to ensure proper operation Remove facepiece from face Air shall freely flow from the facepiece Fully depress the center of the air saver donning switch on the top of regulator and release The flow of air from the facepiece shall stop Rotate purge valve 1 2 turn counterclockwise pointer on knob downward Air shall freely flow from the regulator Rotate purge valve 1 2 turn clockwise to full closed position pointer on
33. OPERATION PROCEDURES ARE FOR EMERGENCY USE ONLY THEY ARE MEANT TO SUPPLEMENT NOT REPLACE THE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PRESCRIBED BY YOUR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM IF ANY OF THESE PROCEDURES MUST BE USED LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA IMMEDIATELY USE OF THESE PROCEDURES WILL INCREASE THE RATE OF CONSUMPTION OF THE AIR SUPPLY WHICH MAY RESULT IN SUDDEN TERMINATION OF AIR SUPPLY WHICH MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE AIRFLOW THROUGH THE RESPIRATOR WHEN THE PURGE VALVE IS OPEN CAN EXCEED 200 LITERS PER MINUTE WHEN USING EMERGENCY PROCEDURE 2 THE AIR SUPPLY MAY BE CONSERVED AND THE AIRFLOW REDUCED BY PARTIALLY CLOSING THE PURGE VALVE FAILURE TO LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AFTER THE PURGE VALVE HAS BEEN OPENED MAY RESULT IN SUDDEN TERMINATION OF AIR SUPPLY LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING EMERGENCY PROCEDURE 3 IS THE ONLY TIME THE RESPIRATOR MAY BE OPERATED WITH THE CYLINDER VALVE LESS THAN FULLY OPENED FAILURE TO LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AFTER THE PURGE VALVE HAS BEEN OPENED OR COMPLETE CLOSURE OF THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY RESULT IN SUDDEN TERMINATION OF AIR SUPPLY LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION The respirator is NIOSH approved for use in temperatures to 25 F 32 C For temperatures below 32 F 0 C approval requires use of a Nose cup Assembly Respirators intended for routine use and respirators not routinely used but kept for emergency use
34. RATIONS P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 2 of 32 WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS ALCOHOL OR ANY MEDICATIONS OR SUBSTANCES WHICH MAY AFFECT VISION DEXTERITY OR JUDGMENT USERS OF THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE IN GOOD PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH IN ORDER TO OPERATE SAFELY DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT WHEN FATIGUE PREVENTS SAFE OPERATION STAY ALERT WHEN OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT INATTENTION OR CARELESSNESS WHILE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THIS RESPIRATOR PROVIDES PROTECTION ONLY TO THE USER S RESPIRATORY SYSTEM AND TO PART OF THE FACE IF THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE CONTAINS TOXINS OR CONTAMINANTS WHICH MAY POISON THROUGH THE SKIN ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT MAY BE REQUIRED FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR THE HAZARDS IN THE WORKPLACE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING DO NOT USE THIS RESPIRATOR FOR FIRE FIGHTING USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING MAY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING WHEN USING THE OLDER SCOTT CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLIES THE HANDWHEEL AND CYLINDER VALVE ARE ORIENTED DIFFERENTLY FROM THE RIGHT ANGLE ASSEMBLY THE USER MUST PRACTICE AND BE FAMILIAR WITH THIS ORIENTATION AND ENSURE THEIR ABILITY TO ACCESS THE VALVE IN AN EMERGENCY FAILURE TO GAIN THIS FAMILIARITY MAY RESULT IN PROBLEMS ACCESSING THE HANDWHEEL OR DEALING WITH
35. REMOVING DROPPING OF THE RESPIRATOR MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE RESPIRATOR THAT MAY LEAD TO A MALFUNCTION WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH WARNING IF RESPIRATOR USE IS RESUMED AFTER THE AIR HAS BEEN PARTIALLY CONSUMED CYLINDER LESS THAN FULL YOU MUST BE CERTAIN THAT THE REMAINING AIR WILL BE SUFFICIENT FOR YOUR SAFETY SEE STEP 13 IN USE OF RESPIRATOR SECTION USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITHOUT A SUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF BREATHING AIR MAY RESULT IN SUDDEN TERMINATION OF BREATHING AIR RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE CAUTION FAILURE TO RELEASE TENSION ON SHOULDER STRAPS BEFORE REMOVING RESPIRATOR MAY CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OR DAMAGE TO STRAPS AND OR RESPIRATOR ASSEMBLY CAUTION DO NOT LEAVE THE CYLINDER VALVE OPEN WHEN THE RESPIRATOR IS NOT IN USE OVER TIME THE CYLINDER MAY LOSE PRESSURE AND HAVE INSUFFICIENT BREATHING AIR WHEN NEEDED P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 EMERGENCY OPERATION The respirator is automatic in function requiring only the opening of the cylinder valve and the proper donning of the facepiece to place into use and the closing of the cylinder valve at the end of use In the event of a malfunction or a suspected malfunction implement the appropriate emergency procedure listed below 1 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Should the whistle alarm actuat
36. RVICE ALARM FROM ACTUATING THE USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITH SUCH AN AIR LEAK MAY RESULT IN THE USER OF THE RESPIRATOR BEING EXPOSED TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST CAUTION WRENCHES SHALL NOT BE USED TO TIGHTEN THE REDUCER COUPLING OVER TIGHTENING THE REDUCER COUPLING MAY DAMAGE THE COUPLING GASKET 4 Inspect the high pressure coupling on the pressure reducer to verify that the coupling gasket is present and undamaged See FIGURE 13 If coupling gasket is missing or damaged remove the respirator from service and tag for repair by authorized personnel COUPLING GASKET t FIGURE 13 HIGH PRESSURE COUPLING GASKET WARNING 5 Replace with a fully charged cylinder of the same pressure rating and wHEN USING THE OLDER SCOTT valve assembly Use only 2216 psi cylinder and valve assemblies with CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLIES 2216 ACSi SCBA respirators and use only 4500 cylinder and valve as THE HANDWHEEL AND CYLINDER semblies with 4500 ACSi SCBA respirators VALVE ARE ORIENTED DIFFERENTLY 6 Position the full cylinder on the backframe and fit the cylinder valve into FROM THE RIGHT ANGLE ASSEMBLY the pressure reducer coupling Rotate the coupling clockwise to tighten THE USER MUST PRACTICE AND BE Hand tighten only use no tools FAMILIAR WITH THIS ORIENTATION AND The ACSi SCBA respirator is approved for use with both the right angle ENSURE THEIR ABILITY TO ACCESS cylinder and valve assembly as well as th
37. SNAGGING ENTANGLEMENT WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The pressure reducer has an integral whistle alarm to warn the user of di minishing air supply The respirator is supported on the back with a backframe and harness The backframe is made of black reinforced polyamide and is fitted with a harness consisting of two shoulder pads with upper and lower adjustment straps and a waist belt The harness straps and the cylinder retention strap are made of nylon A back pad cushions the lower portion of the backframe against the lower back Three versions of the backframe are available Standard Black Black with Wipe Clean Coating High Visibility Orange with Wipe Clean Coating The breathing regulator is equipped with an air saver donning switch which can be activated to prevent rapid loss of air supply if the system is turned on prior to donning the facepiece or if the facepiece is removed while the cylinder valve is open Respirators are available with or without a SCOTT MODULAIR quick disconnect in the hose to the mask mounted breathing regulator The facepiece utilized on this respirator is available in a variety of sizes and configurations for standard use or special applications Head harnesses are available in several materials including polyester and Kevlar The facepiece may be readily detached from the breathing regulator to allow for utilization of the best fitting and most comfortable size facepiece for an individual user F
38. WARNING FAILURE TO CHECK THE FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL BEFORE USE MAY RESULT IN USE OF THE RESPIRATOR WITH A POOR FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL A POOR FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF AIR WHICH MAY CAUSE REDUCED DURATION OF USE AND OR EXPOSURE OF THE USER TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE WARNING IF LEAKAGE OF AIR INTO THE FACEPIECE IS DETECTED DURING CHECK OF THE FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE FACEPIECE AND REPEAT THE DONNING PROCEDURE IF FACEPIECE CANNOT BE ADJUSTED TO SEAL TO FACE A FACEPIECE FIT TEST AND OR A DIFFERENT SIZE FACEPIECE MAY BE REQUIRED BEFORE USE OF THE RESPIRATOR USE OF AN IMPROPERLY FITTING FACEPIECE MAY CAUSE REDUCED DURATION OF USE AND OR EXPOSURE OF THE USER TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING WHEN THE WHISTLE ALARM ACTUATES IT WARNS THE USER THAT APPROXIMATELY 25 OF THE FULL PRESSURE REMAINS IN THE CYLINDER THAT IS APPROXIMATELY 3 4 OF THE TOTAL AIR SUPPLY HAS BEEN USED IN THIS EVENT LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE IN AREAS WHERE MORE THAN ONE RESPIRATOR IS BEING USED YOU MAY IDENTIFY YOUR OWN ALARM BY SENSING THE VIBRATIONS THROUGH YOUR BACKFRAME TERMINATION OF USE To doff the facepiece i e remove the
39. ad harness to the head Periodically repeating the fit testing is required to identify any physical changes of the user such as those listed above which could affect the fit of the facepiece NOTE IF THE STYLE FULLFACEPIECE RESPIRATOR MASKIS BEING DONNED FOR THE FIRST TIME OR IF THIS IS THE FIRST TIME A PARTICULAR STYLE FACEPIECE IS TO BE USED REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE STEPS IN THE FACEPIECE FIT TING SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION DURING TRAINING THE USER MUST DETERMINE THE LEVEL OF TIGHTNESS OF THE HEAD HARNESS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THE BEST SEAL AND MOST SECURE FIT If the facepiece is to be used with a hood refer to the donning instructions provided with the hood For other head gear that will cover the facepiece head harness and or hood don the facepiece hood first then don the other head gear To don the facepiece and begin use of respirator proceed as follows P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 14 of 32 WARNING RESPIRATORS SHALL NOT BE WORN WHEN CONDITIONS PREVENT A GOOD FACE SEAL SUCH CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO GROWTH OF BEARDS SIDEBURNS FACIAL HAIR OR LOW HAIRLINE THAT CROSSES OR INTERFERES WITH THE SEALING SURFACE THICK OR PROTRUDING HAIRSTYLES SUCH AS PONY TAILS OR BUNS THAT INTERFERE WITH THE SMOOTH AND CLOSE FIT OF THE HEAD HARNESS TO THE HEAD A SKULL CAP THAT PROJECTS UNDER THE FACEPIECE TEMPLE PIECES ON CORRECTIVE EYE GLASSES EXCESSIVE USE OF COSMETICS INCLUDING MOISTURIZERS MAKE UP OR
40. and up straight and readjust the lower shoulder straps as needed to ensure the weight of the backframe is carried on the hips Tuck in the ends of the shoulder straps NOTE THE ACSI SCBA BACKFRAME HAS A SET OF UPPER SHOULDER STRAPS WHICH MAY BE USED TO CUSTOMIZE THE FIT FOR SMALLER OR LARGER INDIVIDUALS 6 Verify that the regulator is properly installed on the facepiece If properly engaged the regulator will not rotate 7 Fully depress center of the air saver donning switch on top of regulator and release 8 Slowly open cylinder valve fully The end of service whistle alarm shall actuate and then stop There will be no free flow of air from the facepiece at this time O NOTE IF THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH HAS NOT BEEN DEPRESSED PRIOR TO OPENING THE CYLINDER VALVE THE WHISTLE ALARM WILL NOT ACTUATE DUE TO THE AIR FLOWING FREELY FROM THE FACEPIECE The user is now in standby condition The respirator is in place but not in use The regulator is retained by the facepiece with a 1 4 turn port and is locked in the facepiece retainer with a lock tab To detach the regulator from the facepiece while in standby condition place your right hand over the cover with your thumb on the lock tab Pull the lock tab toward the cover and ro tate the regulator 1 4 turn clockwise viewed from inside of facepiece When the red purge valve is in the 12 o clock position remove regulator from the facepiece Page 13 of
41. arness webbing for cuts tears abrasion fraying or indica tion of heat of chemical damage c Check all buckles and fasteners for proper operation d Check the cylinder retention system for damage and for proper opera tion e Verify that the respirator has been properly cleaned 2 Inspect the Pressure Reducer for damage a Verify that the Pressure Reducer is clean and that all vent holes on the Pressure Reducer are clear and free of obstructions b Verify that the Pressure Reducer is securely mounted to the quarter turn mount on the backframe 3 Remove the breathing regulator from the facepiece by pulling back on the regulator retaining latch and rotating the regulator turn Inspect the breathing regulator for damaged or missing components a Verify that the regulator gasket is in place around the outlet port of the regulator Inspect the gasket for rips or damage that may break the seal b Verify that the purge valve red knob is not damaged and turns smoothly one half turn from stop to stop P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 8 of 32 WARNING FOLLOW THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE EXACTLY IF THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM DOES NOT ACTUATE AS DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUCTION THE PURGE DOES NOT ACTUATE AS DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUCTION OR ANY OTHER OPERATIONAL MALFUNCTION IS NOTED DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL FAILURE TO PROP
42. as cylinder inspection procedures are available from Compressed Gas Association Inc 1725 Jefferson Davis Hwy Suite 1004 Arlington VA 22202 703 412 0900 2 Check the latest cylinder hydrostatic test date to ensure it is current The date of manufacture marked on the cylinder is also the date of the first hydrostatic test All breathing air cylinders used with the SCOTT ACSi SCBA must be visually inspected regularly and hydrostatically tested at the required intervals by a licensed cylinder retester Intervals for hydrostatic WARNING DAMAGED CYLINDERS MAY SUDDENLY LEAK OR RUPTURE IF LEFT CHARGED WITH COMPRESSED AIR FAILURE TO INSPECT FOR DAMAGE AND TO EMPTY THE AIR FROM DAMAGED CYLINDERS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR testing are established in the appropriate US Department of Transportation DOT specification or applicable DOT exemption or in the appropriate Transport Canada TC Permit of Equivalent Level of Safety Refer to the current revision of Safety Precautions for AIR PAK Cylinders SCOTT P N 89080 01 available on request from SCOTT Safety Composite fiber overwrapped cylinders must be tested up to their maximum life which at the time of the publication of this instruction is 15 years from the date of manufacture It is the responsibility of your organized respiratory protec tion program to arrange for visual inspection and hydrostatic testing of cylinders by a licensed retester 3 Check for damage of the cylinder
43. astener holding the strap down Pull some strap through the strap slider and remove the cylinder from the backframe See FIGURE 12 FIGURE 12 RELEASE CYLINDER RETENTION STRAP 3 Lift the cylinder out of the backframe and tag for inspection and refilling according to your respiratory protection procedures P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 24 of 32 WARNING THE USE OF ANY AIR CYLINDER OTHER THAN A CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY APPROVED FOR USE WITH THE SPECIFIC SCOTT ACSI SCBA RESPIRATOR MODEL BEING SERVICED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER OR IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SEE THE COMPLETE NIOSH APPROVAL LABEL SUPPLIED WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLIES APPROVED FOR USE WITH SPECIFIC SCOTT ACSI SCBA MODELS CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE WARNING NEVER USE A CYLINDER WITH A DAMAGED CYLINDER VALVE ASSEMBLY OR A CYLINDER VALVE ASSEMBLY WITH DAMAGED THREADS LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF BREATHING AIR OR A SUDDEN RELEASE OF HIGH PRESSURE AIR RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITH A MISSING OR DAMAGED COUPLING GASKET MAY RESULT IN AIR LEAKAGE WHICH MAY REDUCE THE DURATION OF USE AND OR THE TIME REMAINING AFTER AN END OF SERVICE ALARM ACTUATES OR MAY PREVENT AN END OF SE
44. at least two people for situations where this type of equipment is used Have your partner help you verify the facepiece is donned properly Possible problems include Head Harness Strap twisted Head Harness off center or not flat against the head Head Harness too high on the head Hair or clothing in the face seal Face seal rolled over inside the facepiece rather than flat against the face f Facepiece is sitting too low on the face as evidenced by pressure on the forehead or the facepiece making contact with the throat area permitting a break in the seal The illustrations below depict the AV 3000 SureSeal but similar condi tions can occur with the AV 2000 or AV 3000 facepiece as well O O O ee NA NI ss HARNESS STRAP HEAD HARNESS HEAD HARNESS TWISTED OFF CENTER TOO HIGH FACE SEAL FACEPIECE ROLLED OVER TOO LOW FIGURE 11 DONNING PROBLEMS If any donning problems are found remove the facepiece and re don the facepiece correctly Proceed to BEGIN USE OF THE RESPIRATOR as instructed below Page 19 of 32 WARNING IF ANY DONNING PROBLEMS ARE FOUND REMOVE THE FACEPIECE AND RE DON IT CORRECTLY USE OF AN IMPROPERLY DONNED FACEPIECE MAY LEAD TO EXPOSURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 BEGIN USE OF THE RESPIRATOR 1 If regulator is not attached to facepiece be
45. ath Inhale and hold your breath momentarily after don ning the facepiece Do not depress air saver switch Air should not be heard flowing into the facepiece from the regulator and no flow of air shall be detected outward from the facepiece NOTE IF LEAKAGE OF AIR IS DETECTED DURING EITHER OF THE ABOVE PROCEDURES DEPRESS THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH ON THE TOP OF THE REGULATOR DOFF THE FACE PIECE AND REPEAT DONNING STEPS ABOVE IF LEAKAGE PERSISTS DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR 5 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Proceed with use of respirator in accordance with your respiratory protec tion program EVERY ENTRY INTO A CONTAMINATED OR UNKNOWN ATMOSPHERE SHOULD BE PLANNED TO ENSURE THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT AIR SUPPLY TO ENTER CARRY OUT THE TASKS REQUIRED AND RE TURN TO A SAFE BREATHING AREA THE USER SHOULD CHECK THE REMOTE READING PRESSURE GAUGE ON THE SHOULDER STRAP PERIODICALLY TO DETERMINE THE RATE OF AIR CONSUMPTION IN ANY EVENT THE USER MUST BE CERTAIN TO ALLOW SUFFICIENT AIR FOR EGRESS FROM THE CONTAMINATED AREA IF ENTRY IS ATTEMPTED AFTER THE AIR HAS BEEN PARTIALLY CONSUMED CYLINDER LESS THAN FULL THE USER MUST BE CERTAIN THAT THE REMAINING AIR WILL BE SUFFICIENT FOR SAFETY Leave the contaminated or unknown atmosphere immediately if the whistle alarm actuates and in a safe area determine cause of alarm When air supply has been depleted replace cylinder following CYLIN DER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE Page 20 of 32
46. ator has been exposed to potentially hazardous materials de contaminate in accordance with established procedures 3 Clean the facepiece and mask mounted regulator as described below CLEANING THE FACEPIECE Supplies needed SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner NOTE DO NOT USE A QUATERNARY AMMONIA AMMONIUM CHLORIDE TYPE OF CLEANER Drinking potable water running or in a spray bottle Air supply of lubricant free dry breathing air maximum 30 psig for dry ing NOTE FOLLOW ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS AND THE MSDS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PROVIDED WITH THE SANITIZING OR DISINFECTING CLEANER 1 With the regulator removed carefully wash the facepiece assembly with SCOTT recommended cleaner according to the instructions provided with the cleaner and thoroughly rinse in clean water If the facepiece is heavily soiled it may be necessary to first wash the facepiece with a solution of mild soap or detergent in warm water 110 F 44 C maximum NOTE A NOSE CUP IS DESIGNED TO BE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE FACE PIECE AND DOES NOT NEED TO BE REMOVED FOR CLEANING 2 To sanitize or disinfect the facepiece use the SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner according to the instructions provided with the cleaner Sanitizing or disinfecting may require a specific contact time of the cleaner prior to rinsing NOTE THE KEVLAR AND NYLON HEAD HARNESSES ARE MADE OF POROUS MATERIAL SCOTT RECOMMEN
47. d States or visit our web site at www scottsafety com EXPORT AND IMPORT The international transport of this equipment is regulated under United States export regulations and may be regulated by the import regulations of other countries If you have any questions or concerns regarding these regulations contact SCOTT at 1 800 247 7257 or 704 291 8300 outside the continental United States Kevlar is a registered trademark of E l du Pont de Nemours Inc Portacount Plus is a registered trademark of TSI Incorporated Page 3 of 32 WARNING CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTS MAY REQUIRE THAT PROTECTIVE MATERIAL COVER SOME OR ALL OF THE RESPIRATOR IN ADDITION TO COVERING THE USER THE USER MUST BE ABLE TO ACCESS THE CONTROLS OF THE RESPIRATOR AT ALL TIMES INABILITY TO ACCESS CONTROLS OF THE RESPIRATOR WHEN THE RESPIRATOR IS NEEDED FOR ESCAPE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING RESPIRATORS SHALL NOT BE WORN WHEN CONDITIONS PREVENT A GOOD FACE SEAL SUCH CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO GROWTH OF BEARDS SIDEBURNS A SKULL CAP THAT PROJECTS UNDER THE FACEPIECE OR TEMPLE PIECES ON EYEGLASSES ALSO ABSENCE OF ONE OR BOTH DENTURES CAN SERIOUSLY AFFECT THE FIT OF A FACEPIECE ANY CONDITION WHICH PREVENTS A GOOD FACE SEAL MAY PERMIT EXPOSURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING DO NOT USE THE BLACK POLYESTER HEAD HARNESS OR NYLON BACKFRAME HARNESS WHEN ACCIDENT
48. e during use and before the air supply is depleted to approximately 25 of full capacity the reducer may have failed LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE ON ACTUATION OF WHISTLE ALARM Should the air supply be partially or completely cut off during use or if you are unable to start the flow of air automatically fully open the purge valve red knob on regulator by turning it counterclockwise pointer on knob downward LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE AFTER OPENING THE PURGE VALVE Should the air supply begin to flow freely into facepiece fully open the purge valve red knob on regulator by turning it counterclockwise pointer on knob downward partially close the cylinder valve by pushing in and rotating clockwise to regulate the flow of air to satisfy the requirements of the user Do not close the cylinder valve completely LEAVE THE CON TAMINATED AREA AT ONCE AFTER PARTIALLY CLOSING CYLINDER VALVE In the unlikely event of the blockage of air flow or sudden and com plete loss of the system air supply such that there is total irreversible loss of respiratory protection LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE USING ALL PRECAUTIONS AND FOLLOW EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PRESCRIBED BY USER ESTABLISHED RESPIRA TORY PROTECTION PROGRAM If the above procedures are implemented during use REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR IN A SAFE AREA tag the respirator and hold it for service and repair by Authorized Personnel Page 22 of 32 WARNING THESE EMERGENCY
49. e older SCOTT cylinder and THE VALVE IN AN EMERGENCY valve assemblies approved for use on the SCOTT Industrial SCBA FAILURE TO GAIN THIS FAMILIARITY MAY RESULT INPROBLEMS ACCESSING THE HANDWHEEL OR DEALING WITH SNAGGING ENTANGLEMENT WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR ACSi SCBA RIGHT ANGLE CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY SCOTT ISCBA CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 14 HAND TIGHTEN THE COUPLING CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page 25 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE CONTINUED 7 To secure the cylinder a Pull the cylinder retention strap through the strap slider as shown in FIGURE 15 to tighten the strap around the cylinder v FIGURE 15 K SECURE THE CYLINDER bo w RETENTION STRAP P y b When the cylinder is tight against the backframe secure the hook and loop fastener on the strap end against the strap on the cylinder c If the strap is too loose open the hook and loop fastener pull the CAUTION strap tighter and re secure the hook and loop fastener on the strap DO NOT LEAVE THE CYLINDER VALVE end against the strap on the cylinder OPEN WHEN THE RESPIRATOR IS NOT IN USE OVER TIME THE CYLINDER MAY LOSE PRESSURE AND HAVE INSUFFICIENT BREATHING AIR WHEN The user should not be able to move retention strap up and down on the cylinder with their fingers when the hook and loop fastener is engaged NOTE NEEDED ENSURE THAT THE CYLINDER IS S
50. ed on the crown of the head and lying flat against the back of the head Verify the proper location of the face in the facepiece and the chin in the chin cup and retighten all straps as needed NOTE ENSURE THAT THE CHIN IS PROPERLY LOCATED IN THE CHIN POCKET OF THE FACEPIECE THROUGHOUT THE DONNING FIGURE 10 H PROCESS HEAD HARNESS MUST BE FLAT AND CENTERED USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page 17 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED 9 Stroke the head harness down the back of the head and make sure the net is centered on your head If necessary adjust the head harness net to the center of the crown of the head NOTE VERIFY THAT THE TOP CENTER PORTION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF THE HEAD CENTER HEAD HARNESS ON THE CROWN OF THE HEAD FIGURE 10 l 10 Verify the proper location of the face in the facepiece and the chin in the chin cup Retighten the straps if required All straps must be snug and the facepiece should feel secure NOTE VERIFY THAT THE TOP CENTER PORTION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF THE HEAD FIGURE 10 J RETIGHTEN IF REQUIRED 11 Refer to the DONNING PROBLEMS section of this instruction P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 18 of 32 DONNING PROBLEMS 1 2 Perform a personal check of the Facepiece and Head Harness and address any donning problems OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910 134 requires teams of
51. espirator is rated and approved by NIOSH as a 30 minute 45 minute 60 minute duration unit depending on capacity of cylinder used when properly donned used and maintained by trained personnel A whistle alarm actuates when approximately 25 of the rated service time remains The alarm will continue to operate until the cylinder is nearly depleted The user should not expect to obtain exactly the rated service life from this respirator on each use The work being performed may be more or less strenuous than that used in the NIOSH test Where work is more strenuous the duration may be shorter possibly as short as one half the rated service time Likewise the time remaining after the whistle alarm actuates will be similarly reduced The duration of the respirator will depend on such factors as 1 the degree of physical activity of the user 2 the physical condition of the user 3 the degree to which the user s breathing is affected by excitement fear or other emotional factors 4 the degree of training or experience which the user has with this or similar equipment 5 whether or not the cylinder is fully charged at the start of the work pe riod 6 the possible presence in the compressed air of carbon dioxide concentra tions greater than 04 normally found in atmospheric air 7 the atmospheric pressure for example if used in a pressurized tunnel or caisson at 2 atmospheres 15 psi gauge the duration will be one half as
52. gouges scratches or any condition that could impair the operation of the facepiece or the user s vision 3 Inspect the lens frame or bezel for damage such as cracks or distor tion 4 Check that all lens frame retainers or bezel screws are present and in stalled correctly 5 Check that all harness anchors are present and operating properly 6 Inspect the head harness for correct installation with all straps oriented correctly 7 Inspect the head harness for damage or worn components 8 Inspect the voicemitters for dents or damage Verify that the voicemitters are properly installed and secure in the voicemitter ducts P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 10 of 32 attaches 10 Check that the nose cup is prop erly seated between the flanges of the voicemitter ducts See FIGURE 4 Checking Voicemitter Ducts 11 All SCOTT facepieces used with this respirator may be fitted with a nose cup Verify that the Nose Cup is properly installed for the model of facepiece being used A Nose Cup is standard on the SCOTT AV 2000 FIGURE 4 Weld O Vista and AV 3000 full facepieces a SCOTT AV 3000 Facepieces are available with two different styles of nose cup a BLACK Nose Cup which fits behind the face seal and a GRAY Nose Cup which fits in front of the face seal The BLACK Nose cup must be fitted BEHIND the Face Seal as shown in FIGURE 5 The GRAY Nose Cup must be fitted IN FRONT OF the Face Seal as shown in FIGURE 6 FIGURE
53. gulator was disconnected from air supply for cleaning reconnect and open purge valve to remove any moisture from regulator spray bar Close purge valve 9 Perform REGULATOR CHECK as described below REGULATOR CHECK NOTE THIS REGULATOR CHECK IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A COMPLETE FUNC TIONAL CHECK OF THE RESPIRATOR BEFORE NEXT USE PERFORM A REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION AS DESCRIBED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS Check to make sure the respirator cylinder is at least 1 4 full Verify that the donning air saver switch is fully depressed Close the purge valve Reattach the regulator to the respirator if removed for cleaning Slowly open the cylinder valve at least one 1 full turn If air flow from the regulator is heard close the cylinder valve repeat steps 1 2 and 3 If air flow is still heard close the cylinder valve fully tag unit for repair and remove from service 7 Open the purge valve and observe the air flow from the regulator spray bar Droplets of water indicate the regulator is not dry Dry the regula tor according to Step 7 of PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR section and repeat the REGULATOR CHECK oo SS Page 29 of 32 WARNING FOLLOW THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE EXACTLY IF THE RESPIRATOR DOES NOT OPERATE AS DESCRIBED OR ANY OTHER OPERATIONAL MALFUNCTION IS NOTED DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL FAILURE TO PROP
54. he fit testing process to confirm a proper fit Once the proper size is selected and assigned to the user following suc cessful Portacount Respirator Fit Tester testing to achieve minimum Fit Factors required the respirator user must perform and pass a NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST as described in these instructions every time the facepiece is donned to ensure proper fit before using the respirator in a hazardous atmosphere During NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TESTING any facepiece leakage that is detected from other than the face to facepiece seal may indicate damaged or defective equipment Remove the defective equipment from service and tag for repair by authorized personnel Repeat the testing with equipment known to be operating properly IF ASATISFACTORY NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST CANNOT BE PER FORMED DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR OR ENTER THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE The facepiece alone does not provide any protection against a hazardous atmosphere without the use of the complete respirator A respirator Quantitative Fit Test must be routinely carried out as outlined above for each user of this respirator to determine or confirm the amount of protection that the respirator provides Periodically repeating the fit testing is required to identify any physical changes of the user such as those listed in the DONNING PROCEDURES which could effect the fit of the facepiece Page 7 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 WARNING THE INFORMATION BELOW
55. head side to side e Moving head up and down look up look down e Talking read the Rainbow Passage Grimace 15 seconds e Bending Over touch toes Reach up toward the ceiling e Normal Breathing repeat Fit test exercises must be performed carefully as if the respirator was be ing used in a hazardous atmosphere DO NOT bump the facepiece filter or adapter into the body through exaggerated motions DO NOT talk except when directed to by the test administrator SCOTT requires that users of this respirator with an approved SCOTT face piece must achieve a Fit Factor of at least 500 for Type C Pressure Demand Supplied Air Respirator mode of operation for use with their assigned face piece style and size using the fit test procedures and exercise regimen stated above If a Fit Factor of at least 500 cannot be achieved with any facepiece size or style the user MUST NOT use this respirator If the respirator user passes a NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST but DOES NOT pass a respirator Quantitative Fit Test try the next nearest size larger or smaller and repeat the NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST and the Quantitative Fit Test If leakage is still detected either per these user instructions or the OSHA fit testing process the use of Mask Seal Kit P N 805655 01 may be required to attain a proper fit Refer to the INSTALLATION AND USE INSTRUCTIONS SCOTT P N 89462 01 included with the Mask Seal Kit After installing the Mask Seal Kit repeat t
56. horized Service Center using SCOTT Authorized Test Equipment at least every two years Heavy use and or severe service conditions may require more frequent inspection and testing This recommendation is in addition to all other cleaning and maintenance procedures Respirators maintained for emergency use must be inspected as frequently as required to assure the respirator will function properly when required The US Labor Department OSHA pursuant to 29 CFR 1910 134 requires at least monthly inspection of respirators maintained for emergency use NIOSH recommends an inspection for cylinder pressure at least weekly In addition all air cylinders used with SCOTT respirators must be periodically visually inspected and hydrostatically tested by a licensed cylinder retester The cylinder inspection and test must be done in accordance with the appro priate US Department of Transportation DOT specification or the applicable DOT exemption See step 2 of the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION section of this instruction Because this respirator may be used to support human life in a hazardous atmosphere do not attempt maintenance beyond that described in this instruc tion or in the SCOTT Field Level Maintenance Training Manual If disassembly or adjustment other than described in this instruction or the SCOTT Field Level Maintenance Training Manual is found to be required the respirator must be serviced by a SCOTT Authorized Service Center in accordance
57. ing in the negative pressure mode using equipment such as a Portacount 1 Respirator Fit Tester For Quantitative Fit Testing SCOTT facepieces require use of the appropriate negative pressure testing equipment such as the Portacount Respirator Fit Tester along with the following e SCOTT 40mm facepiece Adapter P N 200423 01 anew SCOTT P100 Cartridge P N 052683 e SCOTT Probed Fit Test Adapter P N 805628 01 or equivalent probed facepieces and the full range of sizes and styles e Mask Seal Kit P N 805655 01 the appropriate SCOTT communications device and mounting bracket properly installed on the facepiece any other optional hood eyeglass or other accessory that will be used with the respirator The size and style facepiece must be selected based on the user s measured face size For initial fitting carefully don the facepiece and conduct a NEGA TIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST according to the instructions provided with the 40mm Adapter Refer to the DONNING PROCEDURE section of this instruction for the procedure Follow the DONNING PROCEDURE CAREFULLY If the selected facepiece does not pass the NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST or does not fit securely without movement in the chin or chin cup area or the user experiences discomfort in the chin or throat try the next nearest size larger or smaller After passing the NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST the facepiece size selected must be verified by successfully passing a respirator Quantitative Fit Test
58. istribu tor for details about SCOTT complete line of standard and special purpose full facepieces Fit Testing Accessories include Probed Twin Cartridge Adapter Qualitative P N 803930 01 Twin Cartridge Adapter Qualita tive P N 804057 01 High Efficiency Particulate Filter HEPA P N 642 H and Organic Vapors amp HEPA P N 642 OV H Several communications devices are available for use with SCOTT Full Facepieces with dual voicemitters Consult with your SCOTT authorized distributor for details Page 27 of 32 P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 CLEANING AND STORAGE Do not attempt any repair or alteration of this respirator beyond the scope of this instruction without proper training NOTE IF DURING USE THE RESPIRATOR IS SUSPECTED OF BEING CON TAMINATED BY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE THE CONTAMINANT MUST BE IDENTIFIED AND PROPERLY REMOVED OR THE CONTAMINATED COMPONENT S MUST BE REPLACED BEFORE NEXT USE DISPOSE OF THE CONTAMINANTS OR THE CONTAMINATED COMPONENT S IN AC CORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS After each use of the respirator clean according to these instructions and perform a REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION If any damage is found remove the respirator from service and tag for repair by authorized personnel CLEANING THE RESPIRATOR 1 Damp sponge dirt accumulations from the exterior of the respirator If the backframe is heavily soiled see the CLEANING THE BACKFRAME section of this instruction 2 If respir
59. it testing per OSHA Standard 29 CFR Part 1910 or ANSI Standard 288 2 requires testing in the negative pressure mode using equipment such as a Portacount Plus2 Respirator Fit Tester For this SCOTT facepieces require use of SCOTT Fit Test Adapter P N 804057 01 or equivalent and appropriate negative pressure testing equipment Mask Seal Kit P N 805655 01 may also be required to attain a proper fit Each size facepiece may be equipped with a lens kit if the use of corrective spectacles is required See Accessories section for facepiece options The duration of the respirator may be extended by use of a low pressure airline air supply Refer to the INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE DURATION EXTENDING ACCESSORY HOSE WITH THE ACSi SCBA respirator instruc tions SCOTT P N 595213 01 for details Depending on the facepiece and the cylinder and valve used respirators are approved and maintained under NIOSH specific approval numbers These respirators meet the requirements of Title 42 Part 84 of the Code of Federal Regulations when used and maintained in accordance with these instructions and the NIOSH label located on the harness and backframe assemblies A complete NIOSH APPROVAL LABEL SCOTT P N 595212 01 is included with these instructions QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS If you have any questions or concerns regarding use of this equipment contact your authorized SCOTT distributor or contact SCOTT at 1 800 247 7257 or 704 291 8300 outside the continental Unite
60. knob upward Airflow from regulator shall stop Push in and rotate cylinder valve knob clockwise to close When cylinder valve is fully closed open purge valve slightly to vent residual air pres sure from system The whistle alarm shall actuate as the pressure drops below approximately 1 4 full When airflow stops return purge valve to the fully closed position pointer on knob upward Page 12 of 32 WARNING FAILURE TO CHECK ENGAGEMENT OF THE COUPLING AS DESCRIBED MAY LEAD TO HOSE SEPARATION AND LOSS OF BREATHING AIR RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION WRENCHES SHALL NOT BE USED TO TIGHTEN THE HOSE COUPLING OVER TIGHTENING THE HOSE COUPLING MAY DAMAGE THE NIPPLE SEAL CAUTION DO NOT USE TOOLS TO OPEN OR CLOSE THE PURGE VALVE OPEN OR CLOSE BY USING FINGER PRESSURE ONLY ROTATION OF THE PURGE VALVE IS LIMITED TO 1 2 TURN USE OF TOOLS TO OPEN OR CLOSE PURGE VALVE MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PURGE VALVE CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE CYLINDER VALVE MAY CAUSE DAMAGE THAT COULD RESULT IN LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER USE NO TOOLS TO CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE WARNING IF THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR WHISTLE ALARM DOES NOT ACTUATE AS DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUCTION DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL USE OF AN IMPROPERLY OPERATING END OF SERVICE INDICATOR WHISTLE ALARM MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH USE OF THE RESPIRATOR DONNI
61. l not distort the face seals 6 Place the respirator in the carrying case protective container or in a suitable storage location 7 If any damage or deterioration is noted remove the respirator from service and tag for repair 8 Where an SCBA its spare components or related equipment are stored or carried within a vehicle such items shall be secured by either a posi tive mechanical means designed to hold the item in its stowed position in a compartment with a positive latching door or in a closed container Suitable to transport and contain the SCBA and or its spare components and associated equipment The mechanical means of holding the SCBA its spare components and associated equipment in place the compart ment or the closed container shall be designed to contain the SCBA its spare components and associated equipment and thereby minimize the possibility of injury to persons in or near the vehicle during movement of the vehicle especially during rapid deceleration or rapid acceleration of the vehicle sharp turns or an accident P N 595207 01 Rev C 6 11 Page 30 of 32 WARNING PLACING RESPIRATORS IN STORAGE WITHOUT THOROUGHLY DRYING THEM MAY RESULT IN CORROSION OR OTHER DAMAGE WHICH COULD CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF THE RESPIRATOR SUCH A MALFUNCTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING PLACING RESPIRATORS IN STORAGE WITHOUT THOROUGHLY DRYING THEM MAY RESULT IN RESIDUAL MOISTURE WHICH MAY FREEZE IN COLD TEMPERATURES
62. ly when in a safe breath ing area check that the cylinder valve is closed and vent the residual air from the respirator by opening the purge valve After waiting until the air flow stops close the purge valve Loosen shoulder straps by depressing the thumb tabs on ends of shoulder strap buckles and release waist belt by either simultaneously squeezing top and bottom releases if equipped with a side release waist belt buckle or depressing center button if equipped with center release buckle Remove the unit from your back Proceed in accordance with the requirements of your respiratory protection program for service of the respirator The respiratory protection program should include procedures for replacement of the cylinder with a fully charged cylinder see CYLINDER REPLACEMENT Section and for carrying out the instructions in STANDBY INSPECTION CLEANING AND STORAGE section for respirator and accessories Page 21 of 32 CAUTION FAILURE TO RELEASE TENSION ON NECK STRAPS BEFORE REMOVING FACEPIECE MAY CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OR DAMAGE TO STRAPS AND OR FACEPIECE ASSEMBLY WARNING IF AIRFLOW FROM THE REGULATOR CANNOT BE STOPPED BY DEPRESSING THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH IMMEDIATELY CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE TO PREVENT DEPLETION OF THE AIR REMAINING IN THE CYLINDER LOSS OF BREATHING AIR MAY RESULT IN REDUCED DURATION OF THE RESPIRATOR WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING DO NOT ALLOW RESPIRATOR TO DROP FROM BODY WHEN
63. should be located in areas where the temperature is maintained above freezing 32 F 0 C Where it is expected that the respirator will be used in ambient temperatures near or below freezing the respirator shall be equipped with a Nose cup Assembly to reduce the forma tion of vision impairing mist or ice on the interior of the facepiece vision area If a respirator may be unavoidably kept at a temperature below freezing before the next use special care MUST be exercised to be certain that all components of the respirator are THOROUGHLY DRIED after cleaning and before storage Whenever use of the respirator is anticipated in areas at or below freezing the facepiece regulator and connection hoses MUST be protected against exposure to water during storage If a respirator must be kept at a temperature below freezing and it is not possible to bring it to room temperature before it is used do not exhale into the facepiece until the facepiece is completely donned and properly fitted against the face Page 23 of 32 WARNING USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR IN TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW FREEZING 32 F 0 C WITHOUT FOLLOWING THE LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN OBSCURED VISION DUE TO FOGGING AND OR PARTIAL OR COMPLETE BLOCKAGE OF THE AIRFLOW IF THIS SHOULD OCCUR THE AIR SUPPLY MAY BE PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY CUT OFF AND OR IT MAY BE DIFFICULT OR IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE THROUGH THE FACEPIECE LENS WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
64. y e Do not dry clean Allow the backframe to dry thoroughly before reinstalling the pneumatics Reinstall the pneumatics according to the Specialist Level Service Manual stated above After reinstalling the pneumatics perform a REGULAR OP ERATIONAL INSPECTION according to this instruction To request SCOTT Specialist Level Service Manuals for this equipment con tact your authorized SCOTT distributor or contact SCOTT at 1 800 247 7257 or 704 291 8300 outside the continental United States or visit our web site at www scottsafety com STORAGE OF THE RESPIRATOR 1 Check to ensure gasket is present between facepiece and mask mounted regulator and is not damaged 2 Connect the regulator to the facepiece With the red purge valve in the 12 o clock position align the two flats of the outlet port with corresponding flats in the facepiece port and insert Rotate the regulator counterclock wise viewed from inside of facepiece so that the red purge valve knob is situated on the left side of the facepiece The lock tab on the mask mounted regulator will lock into the facepiece retainer with a click If properly engaged the regulator will not rotate 3 To reattach a breathing regulator equipped with a quick disconnect to the respirator see FIGURE 7 4 Verify that the respirator is thoroughly dry before placing in storage 5 Place the clean and dry facepiece in a sealable enclosure to protect until next use Store in a manner that wil

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