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SCOTT® AIR-PAK® 50i - IPP

1. ING SUPERVISION MAINTENANCE AND OTHER ELEMENTS OF YOUR ORGANIZED RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM SEE WARNING ON SECOND PAGE OF THIS DOCUMENT FAILURE TO HEED ANY WARN INGS IN THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 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 INSTRUC TION OR ANY OTHER OPERATIONAL MAL FUNCTION IS NOTED DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL FAILURE TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY MALFUNCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING IF THE RESPIRATOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASS DEVICE DISTRESS ALARM AND IT FAILS TO FUNCTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION SUP PLIED WITH THE DISTRESS ALARM DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHO RIZED PERSONNEL FAILURE TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY MALFUNCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 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 DEATH REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION Page 9 of 36 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 INSPECTION OF THE RESPIRATOR If any damage is found
2. e Check that all harness anchors are present and operating prop erly f Inspect the head harness for correct installation with all straps oriented correctly g Inspect the head harness for damage or worn components h Inspect the voicemitters for dents or damage Verify that the voicemitters are properly installed and secure in the voicemitter ducts i 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 attaches Check that the nose cup is properly seated between the flanges of the voicemitter ducts See FIGURE 1 FIGURE 1 Checking Voicemitter Ducts k Verify that the facepiece is clean I Adjust the head straps to the full outward position Page 10 of 36 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 IN SPECTION OR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL USE OFA RESPIRATOR WITH WORN OR DAMAGED COMPONENTS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH j 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 and AV 3000 full facepieces and optional on the SCOTT O VISTA full facepiece 1 SCOTT
3. If the respirator is equipped with a PASS device distress alarm the follow ing procedures must be modified to include inspection of the PASS device Details of the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION of the PASS device are included in the user instructions for the PASS device The part number of the required PASS user instructions appears on the label on the battery cover of the PASS device Sensor Module IF ANY DISCREPANCY OR MALFUNCTION IS NOTED DURING THE INSPECTION DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL INSPECTION OF THE BREATHING AIR CYLINDER 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 miss ing 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 gas 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 hydrostat
4. OR ATTEMPTING MAIN TENANCE BEYOND THE SCOPE OF THIS INSTRUCTION WITHOUT THE PROPER TRAINING EQUIPMENT AND AUTHORI ZATION MAY RESULT IN A FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES The SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA may be equipped with one or more ac cessories or options The user of the respirator must determine which accessories or optional components are installed on the respirator Become thoroughly familiar with the operation and maintenance of the accessories and options as explained in this instruction and in all other instructions provided with this respirator or the option or accessory These and other options may be added to a respirator after purchase Refer to the instructions provided with the accessories or optional components for details of the operation and the required changes to the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION e SCOTT full facepieces used with the SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA are available in a variety of models and sizes e Spectacle corrective lens kit e Quick Disconnect on the mask mounted breathing regulator e PASS device distress alarm Personal Alert Safety System which monitors the motion of a respirator user and emits an audible signal when the user has not moved for a period of time e Various communications devices are also available The accessories listed below are approved by NIOSH for use with SCOTT AIR PAK 50i models 2 2 3 0 4 5 respirators 1 A varie
5. REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION CONTINUED 5 Ifthe hose to the breathing regulator is equipped with a quick dis connect inspect both the male and female quick disconnects Pay special attention to the following a Inspect the operation of the locking sleeve on the female quick disconnect If any damage is noted remove it from service and tag for repair b Inspect the condition of the male quick disconnect for signs of wear Particularly look for wear on the locking ridge as shown in FIGURE 5 If the coating is worn through and bare metal is show ing do not use the regulator assembly Remove it from service and tag for replacement LOOK FOR WEAR ON LOCKING RIDGE FIGURE 5 Inspecting Male Quick Disconnects 6 Verify that the quick disconnect operates properly Breathing regu lators equipped with a quick disconnect use a Pull back Sleeve Coupling See FIGURE 6 To separate push the plug D into the socket while pulling the locking sleeve E back toward the guard The plug D will separate To connect push the plug D into the socket until it engages with a click 7 If the regulator is not attached to the facepiece proceed as follows lt m PULL PLUG OUT FIGURE 6 Pull back Sleeve Quick Disconnect a Align the two flats of the regulator outlet port with the correspond ing flats in the facepiece port the red purge valve on the regula tor will be in the 12 o clock position Insert the regulator
6. e Model 2 2 SCBA s must use only cylinder and valve assemblies marked for 2216 psig service 30 minute rated only e Model 3 0 SCBA s must use only cylinder and valve assemblies marked for 3000 psig service 30 minute rated only e Model 4 5 SCBA s must use only cylinder and valve assemblies marked for 4500 psig service 30 minute 45 minute or one hour rated Always inspect the cylinder valve assembly and the threads on the cylinder valve assembly before connecting the pressure reducer hose coupling Never use a cylinder with a damaged cylinder valve assembly or a cylinder valve assembly with damaged threads To replace a depleted or partially depleted cylinder proceed as follows 1 Leave the area requiring respiratory protection and be certain that respiratory protection is no longer required 2 Doff the facepiece See TERMINATION OF USE section of this in struction 3 Push in and rotate the cylinder valve knob clockwise and completely close the cylinder valve 4 Release residual air pressure in the respirator system by opening the purge valve slightly When the flow of air from the facepiece has stopped fully close the purge valve 5 Unthread the pressure reducer hose coupling from the cylinder valve by rotating counterclockwise NOTE ALL SCOTT AIR PAK 50i RESPIRATORS DESCRIBED IN THIS IN STRUCTION USE A SPRING LOADED CYLINDER LOCKING TAB LO CATED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE BACKFRAME THE LOCKING TAB ENGAGES A HANGE
7. maximum 30 psig for drying 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 FACEPIECE AND DOES NOT NEED TO BE REMOVED FOR CLEAN ING 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 RECOMMENDED CLEANER MAY NOT BE EFFEC TIVE 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 Page 31 of 36 WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY REPAIR OR ALTERA TION OF THIS RESPIRATOR BEYOND THE SCOPE OF THIS INSTRU
8. APPROVAL LABEL SCOTT DOCUMENT 89347 01 SUP PLIED WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLIES AP PROVED FOR USE WITH SPECIFIC SCOTT AIR PAK 50i MODELS 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 ACCORDANCE 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 autho rized personnel CLEANING THE RESPIRATOR 1 Damp sponge dirt accumulations from the exterior of the respi rator 2 If respirator has been exposed to potentially hazardous materials decontaminate in accordance with established procedures 3 Clean the facepiece and mask mounted regulator as described be low CLEANING THE FACEPIECE Supplies needed SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner NOTE DO NOT USE A QUARTENARY AMMONIA AMMONIUM CHLORIDE TYPE OF CLEANER Drinking potable water running or in a spray bottle Air supply of lubricant free dry breathing air
9. CONSUMED CYLINDER LESS THAN FULL YOU MUST BE CERTAIN THAT THE REMAINING AIR WILL BE SUFFICIENT FOR YOUR SAFETY SEE STEP 2 IN USING THE RESPIRATOR SECTION P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 EMERGENCY OPERATION The respirator is automatic in function It requires only the opening of the cylinder valve and the proper donning of the facepiece to begin use and the closing of the cylinder valve to end use If there is a malfunc tion or a suspected malfunction use one of the emergency procedures listed below 1 If the VIBRALERT end of service time indicator alarm actuates during use even if the air supply has not been depleted to approximately 25 of full rated capacity LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE NOTE IF THE VIBRALERT ACTUATES BEFORE THE AIR SUPPLY IS DE PLETED TO APPROXIMATELY 25 OF FULL RATED CAPACITY IT MAY INDICATE A FAILURE OF THE PRIMARY REDUCER PATH IN THE PRES SURE REDUCER A MALFUNCTIONING REMOTE AIR SUPPLY GAUGE OR A FAILURE OF THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM LEAVE THE AREA REQUIRING RESPIRATORY PROTECTION IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE ALARM IS ACTUATED 2 Ifthe air supply is partially or completely cut off during use fully open the red purge valve on the regulator by turning it counterclockwise pointer on knob downward and check to be sure the cylinder valve is fully opened turned fully counterclockwise LEAVE THE CONTAMI NATED AREA AT ONCE AFTER OPENING THE PURGE VALVE 3 If the air supply begins to f
10. FACEPIECE RESPIRATOR MASK IS 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 FITTING SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION DURING TRAINING THE USER MUST DETERMINE THE LEVEL OF TIGHT NESS 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 instruc tions 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 fol lows P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 16 of 36 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 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 LE
11. IN INJURY OR DEATH WARNING RESPIRATORS SHALL NOT BE WORN WHEN CONDITIONS PREVENT A GOOD FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL OR A GOOD SEAL AROUND THE NOSE CUP SUCH CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO GROWTH OF BEARDS SIDE BURNS A SKULL CAP THAT PROJECTS UN DER THE FACEPIECE OR TEMPLE PIECES ON GLASSES ALSO THE ABSENCE OF ONE OR BOTH DENTURES CAN SERIOUSLY EF FECT THE FIT OF THE FACEPIECE USE OF THE RESPIRATOR WITHOUT A GOOD FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL OR A GOOD SEAL AROUND THE NOSE CUP SEAL MAY REDUCE THE DURATION OF USE AND OR EXPOSE THE USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PRO TECT AGAINST RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION The following procedure shall be used when you first receive the respi rator 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 recommends an inspection for cylinder pressure at least weekly The condition of stor age at your location or the regulations which apply to your respiratory protection program may require more frequent periodic inspections
12. MAY CAUSE AIR TO FLOW FROM THE REGULATOR AND DEPLETE THE AIR REMAINING IN THE CYL INDER CAUTION DO NOT LEAVE CYLINDER VALVE OPEN WHEN RESPIRATOR IS NOT IN USE CAUTION FAILURE TO RELEASE TENSION ON SHOUL DER STRAPS BEFORE REMOVING RESPIRA TOR MAY CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OR DAMAGE TO STRAPS AND OR RESPIRATOR ASSEMBLY WARNING DO NOT ALLOW RESPIRATOR TO DROP WHEN HANDLING DROPPING OF RESPI RATOR MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO RES PIRATOR THAT MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH TO RESUME USE OF THE RESPIRATOR If you must resume use of the respirator proceed as follows f NEVER resume use of a respirator where the end of service indica tor alarm was activated without first determining and correcting the reason for the end of service indicator alarm Make sure that the remaining air supply in the cylinder is sufficient to accomplish the purpose for which respirator use has been resumed As a general rule replace partially depleted cylinders with full cylin ders before respirator use is resumed To resume use of the respirator repeat the respirator and facepiece donning procedures as defined in the USE OF RESPIRATOR section of this instruction When operations using the respirator are complete leave con taminated area or be certain that respiratory protection is no longer required and proceed with the TERMINATION OF USE steps described above Page 25 of 36 WARNING IF RESPIRATOR USE IS RESUMED AFTER THE AIR HAS BEEN PARTIALLY
13. OF ALL OPTIONS AND OR ACCESSORIES INCORPORATED IN THE RESPIRATOR SEE WARNING AT THE BEGINNING OF PAGE TWO OF THIS INSTRUCTION WARNING ONLY THOSE OPTIONS AND OR ACCES SORIES AUTHORIZED BY SCOTT AND APPROVED BY NIOSH MAY BE INSTALLED IN THIS RESPIRATOR THE USE OF UNAU THORIZED AND OR UNAPPROVED OPTIONS OR ACCESSORIES COULD CAUSE PARTIAL OR COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE RESPIRA TOR WHICH MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 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 FLAM MABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES BY MSHA NIOSH 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 USER S INSTRUCTIONS AND OR MAINTENANCE MANUALS FOR INFORMATION ON USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THESE RESPIRATORS S SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USER S INSTRUCTIONS AND OR SPECIFIC USE LIMITATIONS APPLY REFER TO INSTRUCTION
14. SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION OR OTHER PERTINENT NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED STANDARDS SUCH AS THOSE PROMULGATED BY THE U S COAST GUARD OR THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DESCRIPTION The SCOTT AIR PAK 50i self contained breathing apparatus SCBA is intended to provide respiratory protection to an individual when entering into working in and exiting from an objectionable oxygen deficient and or unbreathable toxic atmosphere TRAINING IS REQUIRED BEFORE USE The SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA 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 The SCBA must be used and maintained properly 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 At a minimum the SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA consists of the follow ing a cylinder and valve assembly to store a supply of breathing air under pressure abackframe and harness assembly to support the cylinder and valve assembly and pressure reducer on the body a backframe mounted pressure reducer with a remote pressure gauge a facepiece mounted pressure demand breathing regulator with an air saver switch a SCOTT full facepiece and a head harness to secure the facepiece to the face All SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA s described in this instruc
15. THAT THE TOP CENTER POR DONNING THE FOUR STRAP FACEPIECE TION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF 6 Tighten the two temple straps Adjust the temple straps by pulling the THE EAE two temple strap ends toward the back of the head Overtightening may cause discomfort See FIGURE 9D 7 Retighten the neck straps if required 8 Refer to the DONNING PROBLEMS section of this instruction Page 17 of 36 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED DONNING THE AV 3000 SURESEAL FACEPIECE 1 Adjust the head straps to the full outward position FIGURE 10A 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 Use the Head Harness Pull Tab on the bottom rear of the head harness FIGURE 10B HARNESS OUT OF WAY 3 Place the facepiece centered on the face with the chin properly posi tioned 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 FIGURE 10C CHIN IN CHIN POCKET 4 Stroke the head harness over the head and ensure that straps are lying smooth and flat against the head and neck with no twists Use the Head Harness Pull Tab to verify the head harness is centered and properly located at the back and base of the head Maintain the head harness in this position FIGURE 10D HEAD HA
16. 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 head side to side e Moving head up and down look up look down e Talking read the Rainbow Passage e 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 being 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 facepiece must achieve a Fit Factor of at least 500 for Type C Pressure Demand Supplied Air Respirator mode of operation for use with their as signed facepiece 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 PRE
17. THE VIBRALERT EVEN WHEN MORE THAN 25 OF THE AIR SUPPLY REMAINS NOTE IF THE RESPIRATOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASS DEVICE DISTRESS ALARM SEE THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE PASS DEVICE DISTRESS ALARM FOR DETAILS OF HOW TO TURN OFF THE UNIT 7 Slightly loosen shoulder straps by lifting ends of shoulder strap slide buckles up release waist belt by pressing release button in center of waist belt buckle and remove the unit from your back 8 Proceed in accordance with the requirements of your respiratory protection program for service of the respirator including the following a Replace the cylinder with a fully charged cylinder see the CYL INDER REPLACEMENT Section of this instruction b Clean the respirator according to the CLEANING AND STORAGE section of this instruction and inspect according to the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION section of this instruction P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 24 of 36 CAUTION FAILURE TO RELEASE TENSION ON NECK STRAPS BEFORE REMOVING FACEPIECE MAY CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OR DAM AGE TO STRAPS AND OR FACEPIECE AS SEMBLY WARNING IF AIRFLOW FROM THE REGULATOR CAN NOT BE STOPPED BY DEPRESSING THE AIR SAVER SWITCH IMMEDIATELY CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE TO PREVENT DEPLETION OF THE AIR REMAINING IN THE CYLINDER REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL CAUTION AN IMPACT TO THE REGULATOR WHILE THE CYLINDER VALVE IS OPEN AND THE AIR SAVER SWITCH IS ACTIVATED
18. cleaning and maintenance procedures The SCOTT Specialist Level Maintenance Modules containing additional maintenance information is available on request from SCOTT Health Safety In addition to the visual and functional test of the respirator by a SCOTT Authorized Service Center all air cylinders used with SCOTT respirators must be periodically visually inspected and hydrostatically tested by a licensed cylinder re tester The cylinder inspection and test must be done in accordance with the appropriate US Department of Transportation DOT specification or the applicable DOT exemption or in accordance with the appropriate Transport Canada TC Permit of Equivalent Level of Safety See step 2 of the REGULAR OPERA TIONAL INSPECTION section of this instruction Because this respirator may be used to support human life in a haz ardous atmosphere the user should not attempt maintenance beyond that described in this instruction or in the SCOTT Specialist Level Maintenance Modules If disassembly or adjustment other than de scribed in this instruction or the SCOTT Specialist Level Maintenance Modules is found to be required the respirator must be serviced by a SCOTT Authorized Service Facility in accordance with the appropriate SCOTT Service Manuals Service by a SCOTT Authorized Service Facility can be arranged through your authorized SCOTT Distributor or by contacting SCOTT Health and Safety RETIREMENT CRITERIA AND CONSIDERATIONS Retirement c
19. in this inspection remove the respirator from 1 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 service and tag for repair by authorized personnel Inspect the complete respirator for worn or damaged compo nents a Inspect hoses and rubber parts which exhibit cracking splitting or brittleness b Inspect harness webbing for cuts tears abrasion fraying or indication of heat or chemical damage c Check all buckles and fasteners for proper operation d Check the cylinder retention system for damage and for proper operation e Verify that the respirator has been properly cleaned Remove the breathing regulator from the facepiece by pulling back on the regulator retaining latch and rotating the regulator turn Inspect the gasket on the breathing regulator that seals against the facepiece for rips or damage that may break the seal 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 Inspect the facepiece as follows a Inspect the facepiece seal and other rubber components for de formation wear damage or cracks b Inspect the lens for cracks gouges scratches or any condition that could impair the operation of the facepiece or the user s vi sion c Inspect the lens frame or bezel for damage such as cracks or distortion d Check that all lens frame retainers or bezel screws are present and installed correctly
20. list of conditions in the DONNING PROCEDURES section of this instruction P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 6 of 36 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 DUR ING USE FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING FIT TESTING IN ACCORDANCE WITH OSHA STANDARD 29 CFR PART 1910 IS REQUIRED AS PART OF THE REQUIRED TRAINING BE FORE USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR FAILURE TO PROPERLY FIT AND TRAIN THE USER IN USE OF THE FACEPIECE AND RESPIRA TOR 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 GROWTH OF BEARDS SIDEBURNS FACIAL HAIR OR LOW HAIR LINE 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 COSMET ICS INCLUDING MOISTURIZERS MAKE UP OR 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 OF A FACEPIECE USE OF AN IMPROPERLY FITTED FACEPIECE MAY LEAD TO EXPOSURE TO
21. operation of the end of service alarm using the following procedure a b P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Completely close the cylinder valve by pushing in on the cylinder valve and rotating it clockwise Breathe on respirator As the air pressure falls in the respirator the VIBRALERT end of service indicator alarm will actuate rapid clicking of the VIBRALERT Alarm Resume breathing on the respirator until all air stops flowing from the breathing regulator Inhale slowly and hold breath momentarily No leakage of air shall be detected into the facepiece and the facepiece shall be drawn slightly to the face Open cylinder valve and breathe normally Page 22 of 36 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 SUP PLIED 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 EXPOS ING THE USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST WARNING FAILURE TO CHECK THE FACE TO FACE PIECE 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 DU RATION OF USE AND OR EXPOSURE OF THE USER TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 7 If the environment
22. pulling forward on the two 2 side mounted belt ends Tuck the belt ends into the waistband Grasp waist belt buckles Extend waist belt and connect f Pull on belt ends to adjust waist belt for firm fit on hips WARNING USE OF THE RESPIRATOR WITHOUT FAS TENING AND ADJUSTING THE SHOULDER STRAPS AND THE WAIST BELT AND SECUR ING LOOSE ENDS OF BELT AS DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE RESPIRATOR ON THE USER S BODY SNAGGING THE BELT OR IN SEPARATION Grasp waist belt buckles Extend Pull on belt ends to adjust OF THE RESPIRATOR FROM THE USER S BODY WHICH COULD DISTURB THE FACE TO waist belt and connect waist belt for firm fit on hips FACEPIECE SEAL AND WHICH MAY RESULT Loosen shoulder straps slightly IN EXPOSURE OF THE USER TO THE ATMO to carry weight on hips SPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST RESULTING IN SERIOUS g Stand up straight and readjust the shoulder straps as needed to NJURY OR DEATH ensure the weight of the backframe is carried on the hips Tuck in the ends of the shoulder straps USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page 15 of 36 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED FACEPIECE DONNING PROCEDURES Before use of the respirator the user must read and practice the proce dures for donning use and termination of use The user must be familiar with and practice the prescribed donning leak test u
23. 2 Proceed with use of respirator in accordance with your respiratory protection program a PLAN EVERY ENTRY INTO A CONTAMINATED OR UNKNOWN ATMOSPHERE TO ENSURE THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT AIR SUPPLY TO ENTER PERFORM THE REQUIRED TASKS AND RETURN TO A SAFE BREATHING AREA b THE USER MUST PERIODICALLY CHECK THE REMOTE PRES SURE GAUGE ON THE SHOULDER STRAP TO MONITOR THE RATE OF AIR CONSUMPTION AND THE REMAINING AIR SUP PLY c THE USER MUST ALWAYS ALLOW SUFFICIENT AIR FOR EGRESS FROM THE CONTAMINATED AREA d IF RE ENTRY IS ATTEMPTED AFTER THE AIR HAS BEEN PAR TIALLY CONSUMED CYLINDER LESS THAN FULL THE USER MUST BE CERTAIN THAT THE REMAINING AIR WILL BE SUF FICIENT TO PERFORM THE REQUIRED TASKS AND RETURN TO SAFETY 3 If the VIBRALERT end of service indicator alarm actuates LEAVE THE AREA REQUIRING RESPIRATORY PROTECTION IMMEDIATELY a When you are in a safe area where you are certain that respiratory protection is not required terminate the use of the respirator see TERMINATION OF USE section of this instruction b Determine the cause of the alarm c If the end of service time alarm is actuated by a depleted air supply cylinder replace the cylinder in accordance with the CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE section of this instruc tion Use of the respirator may be resumed with a fully charged breathing air cylinder installed d Ifthe end of service indicator alarm has actuated for an unknown reason DO NOT RESUME USE OF
24. AD 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 9A NOTE 4 Tighten the neck straps by pulling the two lower strap ends toward ENSURE THAT THE CHIN IS PROPERLY the rear of the head See FIGURE 9B LOCATED IN THE CHIN POCKET OF 5 Stroke the head harness net down the back of the head using one THE FACEPIECE THROUGHOUT THE or both hands Verify that the head harness is lying flat against the DONNING PROCE back of the head Retighten the neck straps See FIGURE 9C os oes 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 FACEPIECE 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
25. 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 2 The GRAY Nose Cup must be fitted IN FRONT OF the Face Seal as shown in FIGURE 3 AV 3000 FACEPIECES ONLY IN FRONT OF FACE FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 BLACK Nose Cup GRAY Nose Cup BEHIND Face Seal IN FRONT OF Face Seal 2 The AV 2000 Nose Cup always goes BEHIND the face seal RE GARDLESS of the color of the nose cup See FIGURE 4 AV 2000 FACEPIECES ONLY FIGURE 4 AV 2000 Nose Cup Always BEHIND the Face Seal 4 Inspect the breathing regulator for damaged or missing compo nents a Verify that the regulator gasket is not damaged and is in place around the outlet port of the regulator b Verify that the purge valve red knob is not damaged and turns smoothly one half turn from stop to stop CAUTION IF THE NOSE CUP IS REMOVED FOR INSPEC TION MAKE CERTAIN IT IS REASSEMBLED CORRECTLY FOR THE MODEL FACEPIECE AND STYLE OF NOSE CUP CAUTION DO NOT USE TOOLS TO OPEN OR CLOSE THE PURGE VALVE OPEN OR CLOSE BY USING FINGER PRESSURE ONLY ROTATION OR 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 REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION Page 11 of 36 CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10
26. CAL AND MENTAL HEALTH IN ORDER TO OPERATE SAFELY DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT WHEN FA TIGUE 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 IS INTENDED TO PRO TECT THE USER ONLY FROM THE EFFECTS OF AN OXYGEN DEFICIENT ATMOSPHERE AND OR ATMOSPHERES CONTAINING TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES BY PROVID ING A SUPPLY OF RESPIRABLE BREATHING AIR TO A FACEPIECE SEALED TO THE US ER S FACE WHEN PROPERLY USED THIS RESPIRATOR PROVIDES PROTECTION FROM AIRBORNE TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES ONLY TO THE EYES AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM IMPROPER USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING RESPIRATORS SHALL NOT BE WORN WHEN CONDITIONS PREVENT A GOOD FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL OR A GOOD SEAL AROUND THE NOSE CUP SUCH CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO GROWTH OF BEARDS SIDE BURNS A SKULL CAP THAT PROJECTS UN DER THE FACEPIECE OR TEMPLE PIECES ON GLASSES ALSO THE ABSENCE OF ONE OR BOTH DENTURES CAN SERIOUSLY EF FECT THE FIT OF THE FACEPIECE USE OF THE RESPIRATOR WITHOUT A GOOD FACE TO FACEPIECE SEAL OR A GOOD SEAL AROUND THE NOSE CUP SEAL MAY REDUCE THE DURATION OF USE AND OR EXPOSE THE USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PRO TECT AGAINST RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The removable pressure demand breathing regulator mounts directly to t
27. CTION TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR FURTHER SERVICE OR REPAIR OF THIS RESPIRATOR THIS RESPI RATOR MAY SUPPORT LIFE IN HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERES FAILURE TO PROPERLY SERVICE THIS RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION CERTAIN CLEANING AND DISINFECT ING AGENTS SUCH AS QUATERNARY AMMONIUM COMPOUNDS AMMONIUM CHLORIDES MAY CAUSE DAMAGE DE TERIORATION OR ACCELERATED AGING TO PARTS OF THE RESPIRATOR USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED CLEANING AND DIS INFECTING AGENTS WARNING KEEP ALL SANITIZING OR DISINFECTING CLEANERS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN USE THE CLEANER ONLY IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE PRODUCT LABEL ING AND USE INSTRUCTIONS IMPROPER USE OR HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CLEANING AND STORAGE CONTINUED NEXT PAGE P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 CLEANING AND STORAGE CONTINUED CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR NOTE AFTER CLEANING THE REGULATOR VERIFY THAT ALL MOISTURE HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE REGULATOR AS DESCRIBED IN THE REGULATOR CHECK SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION 1 2 Remove the breathing regulator from the facepiece by pulling back on the locking clip and rotating the regulator 1 4 turn clockwise Remove any obvious dirt from the external surfaces of the regulator using SCOTT recommended sanitizing or disinfecting cleaner with a sponge or soft cloth Inspect the inside of the regulator assembly through the regulator opening See FIGURE 14 If excessive dirt
28. E 4 4 Verify that the respirator is thoroughly dry before placing in stor age 5 Place the clean and dry facepiece in a sealable enclosure to pro tect until next use Store in a manner that will 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 positive 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 compartment 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 Page 33 of 36 WARNING FOLLOW THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL IN SPECTION PROCEDURE EXACTLY IF THE RESPIRATOR DOES NOT OPERATE AS DE SCRIBED OR ANY OTHER OPERATIONAL MALFUNCTION IS NOTED DO NOT USE THE RESPIRAT
29. E FACEPIECE THROUGHOUT THE DONNING PROCESS FIGURE 10H HEAD HARNESS MUST BE FLAT AND CENTERED USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page 19 of 36 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 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 har ness net to the center of the crown of the head NOTE VERIFY THAT THE TOP CENTER POR TION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF THE HEAD p nun CENTER HEAD HARNESS ON THE CROWN OF THE HEAD FIGURE 10l 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 POR TION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF FIGURE 10J EE RETIGHTEN IF REQUIRED 11 Refer to the DONNING PROBLEMS section of this instruction P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 20 of 36 DONNING PROBLEMS 1 Perform a personal check of the Facepiece and Head Harness and address any donning problems OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910 134 requires teams of at least two people for situations where this type of equipment is used Have your partner help you verify the face piece is donned properly Possible problems include a Head Harness Strap twisted Head Harness off center or not flat against the head Head Harness too h
30. EATH USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 TERMINATION OF USE To remove the facepiece doff the facepiece and terminate respiratory protection proceed as follows 1 Leave contaminated area or be certain that respiratory protection is no longer required 2 Loosen the temple straps slightly by lifting the upper facepiece buckles away from the head The facepiece buckles have U shaped release lever extensions 3 Loosen the neck straps by lifting the lower facepiece buckles away from the head while lifting the facepiece away from face Remove the facepiece by pulling it up and over the head 5 To stop the flow of air from the facepiece fully depress the air saver donning switch on top of the regulator and release NOTE 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 REMOVED AND THE CYLINDER VALVE IS STILL OPEN THE PURGE VALVE AND VIBRALERT WILL FUNCTION NORMALLY WITH THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH ACTIVATED IF THE PURGE VALVE IS OPEN OR IF THE VIBRALERT IS IN OPERATION THE AIR WILL CONTINUE TO BE DEPLETED FROM THE RESPIRATOR UNTIL THE CYLINDER VALVE IS CLOSED 6 Close the cylinder valve if you are not going to resume use of the respirator 5 NOTE LEAVING THE AIR SAVER DONNING SWITCH ACTIVATED AND THE CYLINDER VALVE OPEN FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME MAY RESULT IN INTERMITTENT ACTIVATION OF
31. FERENT SIZE CYLINDER IS USED USE THE TRI SLIDE BUCKLE TO ADJUST THE RETENTION STRAP SO THAT IT PRESSES TIGHTLY AGAINST THE CYLINDER WHEN THE LATCH ASSEMBLY IS FULLY ENGAGED THE USER SHOULD NOT BE ABLE TO MOVE RETENTION STRAP UP AND DOWN ON THE CYLINDER WITH THEIR FINGERS WHEN THE LATCH ASSEMBLY IS FULLY CLOSED 10 Secure the cylinder in place by pushing the latch toward the back frame to lock the cylinder latch and fully engage the cylinder latch assembly NOTE ENSURE THAT THE CYLINDER IS SECURELY HELD IN PLACE ON THE BACKFRAME BY THE CYLINDER RETENTION ASSEMBLY DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE TO LOCK THE LATCH MECHANISM IF THE RE TENTION STRAP IS TOO TIGHT OR TOO LOOSE USE THE TRI SLIDE BUCKLE TO ADJUST THE RETENTION STRAP ENGAGEMENT LENGTH THEN RE ATTEMPT TO ENGAGE THE LATCH ASSEMBLY 11 Inspect the high pressure coupling and verify that the gasket seal is present and undamaged See FIGURE 13 If the gasket is present and undamaged align the high pressure coupling with the outlet of the cylinder valve and tighten the hose coupling to the cylinder valve by hand HIGH PRESSURE GASKET SEAL FIGURE 13 High pressure gasket seal The respirator is ready for continued use See the PREPARATION FOR USE section of this instruction and USE OF THE RESPIRATOR section of this instruction If respirator use is not continued the respirator must be cleaned and inspected See the CLEANING AND STORAGE section of this instruction The re
32. MANUAL BEFORE DONNING S SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USER S INSTRUCTIONS ALL MODELS ARE APPROVED ONLY WHEN COMPRESSED AIR CYLINDER IS FULLY CHARGED WITH AIR MEETING THE REQUIRE MENTS OF THE COMPRESSED GAS ASSOCIATION SPECIFICATION G 7 1 GRADE D AIR OR EQUIVALENT SPECIFICATIONS OR MEETING CE EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 132 THE CONTAINER SHALL MEET APPLICABLE DOT SPECIFICATIONS EXCEPT AS NOTED HEREIN ALL MODELS OF THE SCOTT 2 2 OR 3 0 OR 4 5 ARE APPROVED FOR RESPIRATORY PROTEC TION DURING ENTRY INTO OR ESCAPE FROM OXYGEN DEFICIENT ATMOSPHERES GASES AND VAPORS AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 25 F 32 C MASK SEAL KIT P N 805655 01 IS REQUIRED IF A USER SEAL CHECK IS UNSATISFACTORY EITHER PER THE USER INSTRUC TIONS OR THE OSHA FIT TESTING PROCESS THE MASK SEAL KIT IS PROVIDED WITH THE FULL FACEPIECE THIS IS A NIOSH APPROVED COMPONENT TO ENHANCE THE FIT OF THE FACEPIECE WHEN USING FACEPIECE P N 803921 01 803921 02 OR 803921 03 AT TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE THE OPTIONAL NOSE CUP ASSEMBLY P N 802819 01 THE SCOTT COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES CAN ONLY BE USED WITH SCOTT FACEPIECES FITTED WITH DUAL VOICEMITTERS SUCH AS THE AV 2000 OR AV 3000 a WARNING IMPROPER USE OF A RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IMPROPER USE INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO USE WITHOUT TRAINING DIS REGARD OF THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH THE RESPIRATOR AND ITS ACCESSORIES AND FAILURE TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THE RESPIRATOR READ A
33. ND OF SER VICE INDICATOR MAY RESULT IN SERI OUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING IF THE RESPIRATOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASS DEVICE DISTRESS ALARM AND IT FAILS TO FUNCTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION SUP PLIED WITH THE DISTRESS ALARM DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHO RIZED PERSONNEL FAILURE TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY MALFUNCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING LEAKAGE OF AIR FROM A RESPIRATOR MAY INDICATE A POTENTIALLY SERIOUS DEFECT AIR LEAKAGE MAY REDUCE THE DURATION OF USE AND OR THE TIME REMAINING AFTER THE END OF SERVICE ALARM ACTUATES OR MAY PREVENT THE END OF SERVICE ALARM FROM ACTUAT ING USE OF A RESPIRATOR EXHIBITING AN AIR LEAK MAY RESULT IN EXPOSING THE RESPIRATOR USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PRO TECT AGAINST WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 USE OF THE RESPIRATOR The following information provides the basic steps for use of the AIR PAK 50i SCBA Training and practice with the equipment are required before use to assure that the user is completely familiar with the operation of the respirator The AIR PAK 50i SCBA must be worn over standard protective garments but may be worn under encapsulating protective garments such as haz ardous material haz mat suits Determine what other protective gear will be used and don the SCBA and the facepiece accordingl
34. ND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND ANY APPLICABLE ACCESSORY IN STRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE A RESPIRATOR tyca SCOIT HEALTH amp SAFETY Health amp Safety Products Monroe Corporate Center PO Box 569 Monroe NC 28111 Telephone 1 800 247 7257 rep OA FAX 704 291 8330 ea afety ISO 9001 REGISTERED www scotthealthsafety com Printed in USA P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 36 of 36
35. OR REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL FAILURE TO PROPERLY IN SPECT THE RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING PLACING RESPIRATORS IN STORAGE WITH OUT THOROUGHLY DRYING THEM MAY RE SULT IN CORROSION OR OTHER DAMAGE WHICH COULD CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF THE RESPIRATOR SUCH A MALFUNC TION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING PLACING RESPIRATORS IN STORAGE WITH OUT THOROUGHLY DRYING THEM MAY RESULT IN RESIDUAL MOISTURE WHICH MAY FREEZE IN COLD TEMPERATURES AND CAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF THE RESPIRA TOR SUCH A MALFUNCTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 RESPIRATOR MARKINGS Do not alter or permanently cover over any labels on the SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA or SCBA cylinder and valve assembly ANY user applied identification markings or labels MUST NOT e obscure any labels supplied on the SCBA or the SCBA cylinder and valve assembly e weaken or damage the SCBA or the SCBA cylinder and valve assembly e interfere with the proper function of these assemblies e add flammable materials to these assemblies PERIODIC TESTING SCOTT recommends that this respirator be checked both visually and functionally by a SCOTT Authorized Service Center using SCOTT Authorized Test Equipment at least every two years However heavy use and or severe service conditions may require more frequent testing This recommendation is in addition to all other
36. PIRA TOR WHEN THE PURGE VALVE IS IN USE CAN EXCEED 200 LITERS PER MINUTE TO REDUCE AIR CONSUMPTION THE AIR FLOW MAY BE REDUCED BY PARTIALLY CLOSING THE PURGE VALVE FAILURE TO LEAVE THE HAZARDOUS AREA WHEN THE PURGE VALVE IS IN USE MAY RESULT INA SUDDEN TERMINATION OF BREATHING AIR WHICH COULD CAUSE 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 LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION Respirators intended for routine use and respirators not routinely used but kept for emergency use shall be located in areas where the temperature is maintained above freezing 32 F 0 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 clean ing and before storage If a respirator has been unavoidably kept at a temperature below freezing and it is not possible to bring it to room temperature before it is to be used do not exhale into the facepiece until the facepiece is completely donned and the nose cup is properly in place against the face If after using the respirator the facepiece is doffed in a safe breathing area which is at temperatures near or below freezing place the facepiece with regulator connected under outerwear to keep it warm next to the body in case respirator reuse is required
37. R TAB WHICH IS PART OF THE VALVE ASSEMBLY ON ALL SCOTT CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLIES 6 Disengage the cylinder latch by pressing on the thumb release while lifting on the end of the latch See FIGURE 11 RETENTION FIGURE 11 Cylinder retention 7 Grasp the cylinder below the retention strap push the locking tab below the valve then lift the cylinder free from the bottom hook and remove See FIGURE 12 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 28 of 36 WARNING THE USE OF ANY AIR CYLINDER OTHER THAN A CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY APPROVED FOR USE WITH THE SPECIFIC SCOTT AIR PAK 50i RESPIRATOR MODEL BEING SERVICED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER OR IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR SEE THE COMPLETE NIOSH APPROVAL LABEL SCOTT DOCUMENT 89347 01 SUP PLIED WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLIES AP PROVED FOR USE WITH SPECIFIC SCOTT AIR PAK 50i MODELS WARNING NEVER USE A DAMAGED CYLINDER ORA 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 ORA SUDDEN RELEASE OF HIGH PRESSURE AIR RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FIGURE 12 Locking tab mechanism 8 Replace with a fully charged cylinder and valve assembly of the same pressure rating Slide the top of the cylinder upward under the strap 9 Engage the cylinder hanger in the hook at the bottom of the back frame NOTE IF A DIF
38. RNESS POSITION P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 18 of 36 NOTE ENSURE THAT THE CHIN IS PROPERLY LOCATED IN THE CHIN POCKET OF THE FACEPIECE THROUGHOUT THE DONNING PROCESS NOTE VERIFY THAT THE TOP CENTER POR TION OF THE HEAD HARNESS IS POSITIONED OVER THE CROWN OF THE HEAD 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 10E HOLD AND TIGHTEN 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 10F HOLD AND TIGHTEN 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 10G TIGHTEN FOREHEAD STRAP Verify that the head harness is centered 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 TH
39. SCOTT Lt OPERATING amp MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS SCOTT AIR PAK 50i Models 2 2 3 0 4 5 Industrial Pressure Demand Self Contained Breathing Apparatus SCBA FACEPIECE BREATHING lt y PURGE REGULATOR i lt VALVE REGULATOR QUICK DISCON AIR SAVER SWITCH TRI SLIDE BUCKLE GA A J ee TYPICAL AIR PAK 50i FRONT VIEW CYLINDER VALVE TYPICAL AIR PAK 50i LEFT SIDE VIEW Typical configurations of SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA s shown Appearance of respirators may vary depending on optional and accessory equipment Copyright 2010 SCOTT Health amp Safety All Rights Reserved Page 1 of 36 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 WARNING IMPROPER USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IMPROPER USE IN CLUDES 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 READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE OR SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT 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 Z88 2 AVAILABLE FROM AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE INC 1430 BROAD WAY 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
40. SSURE 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 INSTAL LATION AND USE INSTRUCTIONS SCOTT P N 89462 01 included with the Mask Seal Kit After installing the Mask Seal Kit repeat the 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 A SATISFACTORY NEGATIVE PRESSURE LEAK TEST CANNOT BE PERFORMED DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR OR ENTER THE HAZ ARDOUS ATMOSPHERE The facepiece alone does not provide any protection against a hazardous atmosphe
41. THE RESPIRATOR Remove the respirator from service and tag it for repair by authorized personnel Page 23 of 36 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 RE PEAT THE DONNING PROCEDURE IF FACE PIECE CANNOT BE ADJUSTED TO SEAL TO FACE A FACEPIECE FIT TEST AND OR A DIFFERENT SIZE FACEPIECE MAY BE RE QUIRED BEFORE USE OF THE RESPIRATOR USE OF AN IMPROPERLY FITTING FACE PIECE 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 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 MAY RESULT INA SITUATION WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERI OUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE RESPIRATOR USER MUST IMMEDIATELY LEAVE THE AREA REQUIRING RESPIRATORY PROTECTION WHEN THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM ACTUATES ACTUA TION OF ANY END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM WARNS THE USER THAT APPROXI MATELY 25 OF FULL PRESSURE REMAINS IN THE AIR SUPPLY CYLINDER THAT IS APPROXIMATELY 3 4 OF THE TOTAL AIR SUPPLY HAS BEEN USED OR THAT THERE IS A MALFUNCTION IN THE RESPIRATOR A DELAY IN LEAVING THE AREA AFTER ALARM ACTUATION MAY RESULT IN SERI OUS INJURY OR D
42. The duration time 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 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 period 6 the possible presence in the compressed air of carbon dioxide con centrations greater than 04 normally found in atmospheric air 7 the atmospheric pressure for example if used in a pressurized tun nel or caisson at 2 atmospheres 15 psi gauge or approximately 30 psi absolute the duration will be one half as 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 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 8 of 36 WARNING THE USER OF THIS RESPIRATOR MUST RE CEIVE TRAINING IN THE OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR INCLUDING THE OPERA TION OF ALL OPTIONS AND OR ACCESSO RIES INCORPORATED IN THE RESPIRATOR SEE WARNING AT THE BEGINNING OF PAGE TWO OF THIS INSTRUCTION WARNING ONLY THOSE OPTIONS AND OR ACCES SORIES AUTHORIZED BY SCOTT AND AP PROVED BY NIOSH MAY BE INSTALLED IN THIS RESPIRATOR THE USE OF UNAU THORIZED AND OR UNAPPROVED OPTIONS OR ACCESSORIES COULD CAUSE PARTIAL OR COMPLETE FAILURE OF THE RESPIRA TOR WHICH MAY RESULT
43. Whenever the respirator is in place but not in use in areas at or below freezing the facepiece and regulator MUST be protected against expo sure to water Page 27 of 36 WARNING USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR AT TEMPERA TURES AT OR BELOW FREEZING 32 F 0 C WITHOUT FOLLOWING THE LOW TEM PERATURE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN OBSCURED VISION AND OR PARTIAL OR COMPLETE BLOCKAGE OF THE AIRFLOW WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING A PROPERLY INSTALLED NOSE CUP AS SEMBLY IS REQUIRED FOR USE OF THIS RESPIRATOR IN TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW FREEZING 32 F 0 C FAIL URE TO USE THE NOSE CUP MAY CAUSE OBSCURED VISION AND OR PARTIAL OR COMPLETE BLOCKAGE OF THE AIRFLOW WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING RESPIRATORS MUST BE THOROUGHLY DRY BEFORE AND DURING STORAGE MOISTURE ON A RESPIRATOR IN BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES MAY CAUSE A MALFUNC TION OF THE RESPIRATOR WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE Depleted or partially depleted SCBA cylinders must be replaced with full cylinders as soon as possible In normal practice the user removes the respirator assembly and places it on solid support to change the cylinder Cylinder replacement may also be performed while the user is wearing the respirator assembly with the assistance of a second individual Use only cylinders of the correct rated pressure for the respirator
44. andards 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 testing in the negative pressure mode using equipment such as a Portacount 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 e 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 e the appropriate SCOTT communication device and mounting bracket properly installed on the facepiece if such an accessory will be used with the respirator e 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 mea sured face size For initial fitting carefully don the facepiece and conduct a NEGATIVE 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 CARE FULLY If the selected facepiece does not pas
45. ational Safety and Health NIOSH Each respirator configuration is approved under the appropriate approval number for the air pressure and time duration See the complete NIOSH approval label SCOTT document P N 89347 01 included with these instructions Also see the CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS SECTION and the SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS section of these instructions for the cautions and limitations which apply to NIOSH certified respirators of this type The SCOTT AIR PAK 50i respirator is a modular design composed of replaceable subassemblies and may include certain SCOTT accessories Each major subassembly and accessory is labeled with its SCOTT part number In order to maintain the NIOSH approved status of the respirator use only those subassemblies and or accessories listed as applicable to a particular NIOSH approval number All models of the SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA are certified by NIOSH for use in ambient temperatures down to 25 F 32 C See LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION section of this instruction To maintain NIOSH certification AIR PAK 50i SCBA cylinders must be refilled with compressed air which meets the requirements for Grade D or higher compressed air as specified in the Compressed Gas Association publication CGA G 7 1 entitled Commodity Specification for Air available from the Compressed Gas Association Inc 1725 Jefferson Davis Hwy Suite 1004 Arlington VA 22202 In addition to meeting these requirements the air must be dry to a de
46. ection at once CYLINDER REGULATOR nO mB 138 CYLINDER AND PRES SWINE VALVE ASSEMBLY REDUCER HOSE COUPLING TYPICAL AIR PAK 50i Page 3 of 36 WARNING THE RESPIRATOR USER MUST IMMEDIATELY LEAVE THE AREA REQUIRING RESPIRATORY PROTECTION WHEN THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM ACTUATES ACTUATION OF ANY END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM WARNS THAT APPROXIMATELY 25 OF FULL PRESSURE REMAINS IN THE AIR SUP PLY CYLINDER THAT IS APPROXIMATELY 3 4 OF THE TOTAL AIR SUPPLY HAS BEEN USED OR THAT THERE IS A MALFUNCTION IN THE RESPIRATOR A DELAY IN LEAVING THE AREA AFTER ALARM ACTUATION MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 SPECIFIC MODEL DESCRIPTIONS The SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA is available as e Model 2 2 SCBA 2216 psig operating pressure e Model 3 0 SCBA 3000 psig operating pressure e Model 4 5 SCBA 4500 psig operating pressure Each model can be identified by a large yellow label with black printing on the pressure reducer with the word SCOTT printed vertically and the model number 2 2 3 0 or 4 5 printed at the bottom In addition the remote pressure gauge mounted on the shoulder harness is imprinted with the operating pressure on the face of the gauge These AIR PAK 50i SCBA models are equipped with an aluminum backframe All of the SCOTT respirator models are certified by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH as pressure demand self contained breathing appara
47. he facepiece The air saver donning switch on the breathing regulator prevents the rapid loss of the air supply if the cylinder valve is open and if the facepiece is removed from the face or the regulator is removed from the facepiece The red purge knob on the regulator allows air to flow into the facepiece in an emergency as well as to release residual air from the respirator after the cylinder valve is turned off All models of the AIR PAK 50i SCBA respirator are equipped with the VIBRALERT alarm in the facepiece mounted regulator The VIBRALERT alarm serves two functions as an end of service time indicator and to alert the user of a malfunction in the dual path pressure reducer In nor mal operation the VIBRALERT alarm vibrates the breathing regulator and facepiece to warn the user by both sound and feel that approximately 25 of full cylinder pressure remains In addition the VIBRALERT alarm will be activated to warn the user if there is a malfunction in the primary path of the dual path pressure reducer Air is normally supplied through the primary air path of the pressure reducer If the primary air path of the pressure reducer becomes blocked or should fail closed the secondary air path will automatically begin supplying air to the breathing regula tor and the VIBRALERT alarm will be actuated to warn the user of the malfunction Whenever the end of service indicator alarm actuates the user must leave the area requiring respiratory prot
48. ic 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 SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA s must be visually inspected regularly and hy drostatically tested at the required intervals by a licensed cylinder re tester Intervals for hydrostatic testing are established in the ap propriate 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 Health and Safety Composite fi ber over wrapped 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 protection program to arrange for visual inspection and hydrostatic testing of cylinders by a licensed re tester 3 Check for damage of the cylinder 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 cyl inder pressure is less than FULL replace with a fully charged cylinder WARNING THE INFORMATION IN THIS INSTRUC TION IS MEANT TO SUPPLEMENT NOT REPLACE THE INSTRUCTIONS TRAIN
49. igh on the head a0 0 Hair or clothing in the face seal Faceseal 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 con ditions can occur with the AV 2000 or AV 3000 facepiece as well If any donning problems are found remove the facepiece and re don the facepiece correctly e HARNESS STRAP HEAD HARNESS HEAD HARNESS TWISTED OFF CENTER TOO HIGH FACE SEAL FACEPIECE ROLLED OVER TOO LOW FIGURE 11 DONNING PROBLEMS 2 Proceed to BEGIN USE OF THE RESPIRATOR as instructed below Page 21 of 36 WARNING IF ANY DONNING PROBLEMS ARE FOUND REMOVE THE FACEPIECE AND RE DON IT CORRECTLY USE OF AN IMPROPERLY DONNED FACEPIECE MAY LEAD TO EXPO SURE TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 USE OF RESPIRATOR CONTINUED BEGIN USE OF THE RESPIRATOR 1 Fully depress the center of the air saver donning switch on top of regulator and release 2 If the regulator is not attached to the facepiece proceed as follows a b Verify that the regulator gasket is not damaged and is in place around the outlet port of the regulator Align the two flats
50. into the facepiece port b Rotate the regulator counterclockwise as viewed from inside of facepiece until the red purge valve knob is on the left side of the facepiece The lock tab on the regulator will lock into the facepiece retainer with a click When the lock tab is properly engaged the regulator will not rotate 8 If the hose to the breathing regulator is equipped with a quick disconnect check that the quick disconnect is engaged properly by tugging on the coupling 9 Verify that a FULL cylinder is properly installed in the backframe and that the reducer hose coupling is hand tightened to the cyl inder valve outlet If no damage is found proceed to the OPERATIONAL TESTING P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 12 of 36 WARNING IF THE COATING IS WORN THROUGH AND BARE METAL IS SHOWING ON THE MALE QUICK DISCONNECT LOCKING RIDGE RE MOVE THE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPLACEMENT USE OF A WORN QUICK DISCONNECT MAY RESULT IN A MALFUNCTION LEADING TO A LOSS OF BREATHING AIR WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING FAILURE TO CHECK ENGAGEMENT OF THE COUPLING AS DESCRIBED MAY LEAD TO HOSE SEPARATION AND LOSS OF BREATH ING AIR RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION WRENCHES SHALL NOT BE USED TO TIGHT EN THE HOSE COUPLING OVER TIGHTEN ING THE HOSE COUPLING MAY DAMAGE THE GASKET SEAL OPERATIONAL TESTING 1 2 10 11 Check that the breathing regulator purge val
51. is suitably quiet leakage from the facepiece can also be detected by listening for a flow of air while holding your breath Inhale and hold your breath momentarily Do not depress air saver donning 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 8 If air leakage is detected during either step 6 or step 7 above depress the air saver donning switch on the top of the regulator remove the facepiece and repeat the facepiece donning steps above If a user seal check is unsatisfactory either per the user instructions above or the OSHA fit testing process the use of Mask Seal Kit P N 805655 01 is required The Mask Seal Kit is provided with the full facepiece Refer to the INSTALLATION AND USE INSTRUCTIONS SCOTT P N 89462 01 included with the Mask Seal Kit This is a NIOSH approved component to enhance the fit of the facepiece If leakage persists do not use the respirator USING THE RESPIRATOR Put on any other required protective head gear or protective clothing Be sure that any head gear helmet or protective clothing does not interfere with the use of the respirator The head must move freely without dislodging the facepiece or disturbing the face to facepiece seal NOTE DO NOT ATTACH ANYTHING TO OR CARRY ANYTHING ON THE AIR PAK 50i SCBA SHOULDER STRAP BUCKLES AS THIS COULD CAUSE THE SHOULDER STRAPS TO LOOSEN DURING USE OF THE RESPIRATOR
52. l cause the remote pressure gauge to indicate less than FULL and the end of service indicator alarm will activate well before approximately three quarters of the air has been consumed A fully charged 2216 psig rated cylinder installed on an AIR PAK 50i model 3 0 SCBA will cause the remote gauge to indicate less than full and the end of service indicator alarm will activate before approximately three quarters of the air supply has been consumed A fully charged 3000 psig rated cylinder installed in an AIR PAK 50i model 2 2 SCBA will cause the remote gauge to indicate more than FULL and the end of service indicator alarm will not activate until MORE than approximately three quarters of the air supply has been consumed A 4500 psig rated cylinder cannot be installed on an AIR PAK 50i model 2 2 or 3 0 SCBA The high pressure coupling between the respirator and the cylinder will not seal when the coupling is threaded to the cylinder and a large high volume air leak will oc cur at the cylinder connection when the cylinder is opened This is intended to prevent the lower pressure respirator components from being pressurized to 4500 psig accidentally Page 30 of 36 WARNING THE USE OF ANY AIR CYLINDER OTHER THAN A CYLINDER AND VALVE ASSEMBLY APPROVED FOR USE WITH THE SPECIFIC SCOTT AIR PAK 50i RESPIRATOR MODEL BEING SERVICED MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF AIR FROM THE CYLINDER OR IMPROPER OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR SEE THE COMPLETE NIOSH
53. low freely into the facepiece during use fully open the red purge valve knob on the 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 CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE AFTER PARTIALLY CLOSING CYLINDER VALVE 4 lf there is a blockage of air flow or sudden and complete loss of the system air supply so that there is total loss of respiratory protection LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA AT ONCE USE ALL NECES SARY PRECAUTIONS AND FOLLOW EMERGENCY PROCEDURES PRESCRIBED BY YOUR ESTABLISHED RESPIRATORY PROTEC TION PROGRAM If any of the above procedures are used REMOVE THE RESPIRA TOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 26 of 36 WARNING THESE EMERGENCY OPERATION PRO CEDURES ARE FOR EMERGENCY USE ONLY AND ARE MEANT TO SUPPLEMENT NOT REPLACE THE EMERGENCY PRO CEDURES PRESCRIBED BY YOUR RE SPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM IF THEIR USE IS REQUIRED LEAVE THE HAZARDOUS AREA AT ONCE USE OF THESE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES WILL INCREASE THE RATE OF CONSUMPTION OF THE AIR SUPPLY AND MAY CAUSE THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR ALARM TO DIMINISH IN INTENSITY OR STOP COM PLETELY FAILURE TO LEAVE THE HAZ ARDOUS AREA IMMEDIATELY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING THE AIRFLOW THROUGH THE RES
54. moved cylinder shall be inspected and refilled by authorized personnel See SCOTT Specialist Level Maintenance Modules available on request from SCOTT Health and Safety for further in formation 12 13 Page 29 of 36 CAUTION DO NOT LEAVE THE CYLINDER VALVE OPEN WHEN THE RESPIRATOR IS NOT IN USE WARNING USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITH A MISSING OR DAMAGED COUPLING GASKET MAY RE SULT IN AIR LEAKAGE WHICH MAY REDUCE THE DURATION OF USE AND OR THE TIME REMAINING AFTER THE END OF SERVICE ALARM ACTUATES OR MAY PREVENT THE END OF SERVICE ALARM FROM ACTUATING THE USE OF A RESPIRATOR WITH SUCH AN AIR LEAK MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE OF THE USER TO THE ATMOSPHERE THE RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST WHICH MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION WRENCHES SHALL NOT BE USED TO TIGHT EN THE HOSE COUPLING OVER TIGHTEN ING THE HOSE COUPLING MAY DAMAGE THE GASKET SEAL CAUTION ALWAYS CLOSE THE CYLINDER VALVE ON EMPTY CYLINDERS AN OPEN VALVE MAY ALLOW MOISTURE OR OTHER CONTAMI NANTS TO ENTER THE CYLINDER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 CYLINDER REPLACEMENT CONTINUED If SCOTT cylinder and valve assemblies of different pressures are used inadvertently or in emergency situations the following conditions will be observed P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 A fully charged 2216 psig rated cylinder or 3000 psig rated cylin der installed on an AIR PAK 50i model 4 5 SCBA wil
55. of the regulator outlet port with the corre sponding flats in the facepiece port the red purge valve on the regulator will be in the 12 o clock position Insert the regulator into the facepiece port Rotate the regulator counterclockwise as viewed from inside of facepiece until the red purge valve knob is on the left side of the facepiece The lock tab on the regulator will lock into the facepiece retainer with a click When the lock tab is properly engaged the regulator will not rotate 3 Slowly open cylinder valve fully by turning the valve knob counter clockwise until it stops approximately 2 1 2 full turns of the knob Install regulator on facepiece Fully open the cylinder valve knob by turning counterclock wise approximately 2 turns VIBRALERT alarm on regulator will sound momentarily FIGURE 10 4 The VIBRALERT end of service indicator alarm will actuate and then stop If the air saver donning switch has not been depressed prior to opening the cylinder valve the VIBRALERT Alarm will not actuate due to the air flowing freely on the facepiece 5 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 THE REMOTE GAUGE INDICATES PRESSURE IN THE CYLINDER AND THE FACEPIECE IS SEALED TO THE FACE 6 Always check the facepiece seal the system seal and the
56. ointer on knob upward Air flow from regulator shall stop Push in and rotate the cylinder valve knob clockwise to close When the cylinder valve is fully closed open the purge valve slightly to vent residual air pressure from system As the residual air pressure vents from the system the remote pressure gauge needle will swing from FULL and move towards EMPTY Close the purge valve when the gauge needle crosses the mark but before the beginning of the red EMPTY band See FIGURE 7 The VIBRALERT end of service indicator alarm shall actuate rapid clicking CONTROL NEEDLE BE TWEEN 1 4 AND TOP OF EMPTY AIR SUPPLY PS x 100 USE NO Oit FIGURE 7 Remote Gauge 20 After verifying that the alarm is functioning open the purge valve slightly to vent the remaining residual air pressure from the system The alarm shall cease operation when the system pressure drops to zero When air flow stops completely return purge valve to the fully closed position pointer on knob upward IF ANY DISCREPANCY OR MALFUNCTION IS NOTED DURING THE INSPECTION DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG IT FOR REPAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL Page 13 of 36 WARNING IF THE END OF SERVICE INDICATOR 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 E
57. or soil is present forward regulator assembly to SCOTT trained authorized personnel for thor ough cleaning Depress the donning air saver WET ALL AREAS switch close the purge knob by WINEN CIRCLE ai turning fully clockwise Use the SCOTT recommended sanitiz ing or disinfecting cleaner in the regulator opening and the immediate area around the opening See FIGURE 14 Be sure to cover internal compo nents completely Follow the user instructions for the SCOTT recommended cleaner A specific contact time may be required for sanitizing REGULATOR or disinfecting before rinsing OPENING Rinse the regulator with drink ing water ra a spray bottle FIGURE 14 or gently running tap water Shake excess water out of regulator Completely air dry the regulator before use 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 MOIS TURE 8 9 If regulator was disconnected from air supply for cleaning reconnect and open purge valve to remove any moisture from regulator spray bar Close purge valve Perform REGULATOR CHECK as described below P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 32 of 36 REGULATOR CHECK NOTE THIS REGULATOR CHECK IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A COMPLETE FUNCTIONAL CHECK OF THE RESPIRATOR BEFORE NEXT USE PERFORM A REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION AS DESCRIBED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS Check to make sure
58. re 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 36 P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 SERVICE LIFE Each configuration of self contained breathing apparatus SCBA certi fied by NIOSH is assigned a service life classification for a duration time of each size of air supply cylinder 30 minute 45 minute etc The service life duration time is determined by NIOSH using a breathing machine designed to simulate an average adult user performing work at a moderate work rate Do not expect to obtain the NIOSH rated service life duration time 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 strenu ous the duration may be less than one half the NIOSH rated service life and the time remaining after the end of service indicator alarm actuates may be similarly reduced The end of service indicator alarm actuates when approximately 25 of full cylinder pressure remains in the cylinder and valve assembly The alarm will continue to operate until the cylinder is nearly depleted
59. riteria and considerations to be determined by SCOTT trained and Certified Overhaul Technicians 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 United States 3 For respirators equipped with a breathing regulator with part number either 200077 XX or 200204 XX inspect the respirator at least once a year P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 34 of 36 WARNING APPLYING ANY MARKINGS OR LABELS THAT DAMAGE OR OBSCURE THE EXIST ING LABELING MAY VOID THE APPROVAL OF THE CERTIFYING AGENCY BY INTER FERING 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 INTER FERE WITH THE OPERATION OF THE RES PIRATOR MAY CAUSE A FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR AND MAY RESULT IN SERI OUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING FAILURE TO REGULARLY INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THIS RESPIRATOR AS INSTRUCT ED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN A FAILURE OF THE RESPIRATOR LEADING TO 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
60. s 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 When fit testing for Open Circuit Pressure Demand Self Contained Breath ing 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 Test ing 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 Genera tors 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
61. se 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 in struction 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 e the absence of one or both dentures e 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 head 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 FULL
62. the respirator and swing it around behind you as if you were donning a coat c While leaning slightly forward slide unit down back and pull on shoulder adjusting straps Ensure that the shoulder pads fall into place on the shoulders P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 14 of 36 WARNING THE INFORMATION IN THIS INSTRUC TION IS MEANT TO SUPPLEMENT NOT REPLACE THE INSTRUCTIONS TRAIN ING SUPERVISION MAINTENANCE AND OTHER ELEMENTS OF YOUR ORGANIZED RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM SEE WARNING ON SECOND PAGE OF THIS DOCUMENT FAILURE TO HEED ANY WARN INGS IN THIS INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING ALWAYS START WITH A FULL CYLINDER PARTIALLY FILLED CYLINDERS SHOULD ONLY BE USED IN EMERGENCY CONDI TIONS IF FULL CYLINDERS ARE NOT AVAIL ABLE THE USER MUST DETERMINE THAT THE CYLINDER CONTAINS SUFFICIENT AIR TO ALLOW TIME FOR COMPLETION OF THE TASKS INVOLVED AND RETURN TO A SAFE ATMOSPHERE WITH AN ADEQUATE MARGIN FOR SAFETY ENTERING A HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WITH INSUFFICIENT AIR OR AFTER THE END OF SERVICE TIME INDI CATOR HAS ACTUATED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH d Pull down on shoulder straps to settle the unit in position on the back While leaning slightly forward Pull down on shoulder straps slide unit down back and pull on to settle the unit in position on shoulder adjusting straps the back e While still leaning slightly forward connect the waist belt buckle and adjust the belt by
63. the respirator cylinder is at least 1 4 full Verify that the donning air saver switch is fully depressed Close the purge knob 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 regulator according to Step 7 of PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING THE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR section and repeat the REGULATOR CHECK Oy Oe Oa 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 cor responding 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 If properly engaged the regulator will not ro tate 3 To reattach a breathing regulator equipped with a quick disconnect to the respirator See FIGUR
64. tion are equipped with one end of service time indicator a remote pressure gauge mounted on the shoulder strap and an air saver switch located on the breath ing regulator All model respirators described by these instructions are equipped with shoulder straps waist straps and head harnesses are made of Kevlar The full facepiece is available in a variety of models and sizes and must be properly fitted to the user before use The facepiece design incorpo rates a nose cup two inhalation valves and dual voicemitter assemblies The facepiece detaches from the breathing regulator to allow for use of the best fitting and most comfortable size facepiece for each user Fit 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 Kevlar is a registered trademark of E I du Pont de Nemours Inc 2 Portacount Plus is a registered trademark of TSI Incorporated P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 2 of 36 WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS ALCO HOL OR ANY MEDICATIONS OR SUBSTANCES WHICH MAY AFFECT VISION DEXTERITY OR JUDGMENT USERS OF THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE IN GOOD PHYSI
65. tus See APPROVAL AND CERTIFICATIONS section of this instruction for additional information Also see the complete NIOSH Approval Label SCOTT document P N 89347 01 included with this instruction SCOTT MODEL 2 2 SCBA e Certified by NIOSH under approval number TC 13F 80 as a 30 minute rated respirator e Use only with cylinder and valve assemblies with a full rated service pressure of 2216 psig SCOTT MODEL 3 0 SCBA e Certified by NIOSH under approval number TC 13F 366 as a 30 minute rated respirator e Use only with cylinder and valve assemblies with a full rated service pressure of 3000 psig SCOTT MODEL 4 5 SCBA e Use only with cylinder and valve assemblies with a full rated service pressure of 4500 psig e Certified by NIOSH depending on the cylinder and valve assembly installed as a 30 minute rated SCBA under approval number TC 13F 76 45 minute rated SCBA under approval number TC 13F 212 One hour rated SCBA under approval number TC 13 96 The time duration ratings are approval agency classifications and are not intended to indicate the actual duration a user may achieve Please see the SERVICE LIFE section of this instruction for additional infor mation P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 Page 4 of 36 APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS All models of the SCOTT AIR PAK 50i SCBA described in these instructions conform to the requirements of Title 42 Part 84 of the Code of Federal Regulations and are certified by the National Institute of Occup
66. ty of Lens Kits are available to allow installation of corrective lenses in facepiece 2 Neck Strap P N 804088 01 is used to hold facepiece in a ready position 3 Hard carrying case P N 804497 01 and soft carrying case P N 10009324 are used to store and transport respirator 4 Gauge Protector Kit P N 10008500 provides the remote reading pressure gauge with protection from impact and abrasion 5 Facepiece assemblies for the respirator are available in a variety of sizes and styles See your authorized SCOTT distributor for de tails 6 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 7 Regulator Holder P N 10008880 attaches to the waist belt to con veniently keep the E Z Flo Regulator secure and clean when not in use 8 Shoulder amp Hip Pad Kit P N 803810 01 attaches to and provides maximum comfort for user of Back Pak assembly P N 804173 01 9 Weld O Vista Welding Kit 805438 SERIES is designed to provide vision protection for welders using AIR PAK 50i respirators Refer to the FACEPIECE FITTING AND FIT TESTING section of this instruction for information about Fit Testing Accessories Consult your SCOTT distributor for details of availability and application 10 Page 35 of 36 WARNING THE USER OF THIS RESPIRATOR MUST RE CEIVE TRAINING IN THE OPERATION OF THE RESPIRATOR INCLUDING THE OPERATION
67. ve red knob on regula tor is closed full clockwise and pointer on knob upward 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 the knob counterclock wise The VIBRALERT alarm shall actuate and then stop If the respirator is equipped with the PASS device distress alarm the distress alarm will be actuated when the cylinder valve is opened Refer to Operation and Maintenance instructions of the PASS device distress alarm for the regular operational inspection of the PASS device distress alarm Check that the remote pressure gauge is operating properly and that it reads within 10 of the value on the cylinder pressure gauge Don the facepiece or hold the facepiece to the face to affect 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 face piece Fully depress the air saver donning switch on the top of regulator and release The flow of air from the facepiece shall stop Examine the complete respirator for air leaks There shall be no leakage of air from any part of the respirator Check the purge valve a Rotate purge valve 1 2 turn counterclockwise pointer on knob downward Air shall freely flow from the regulator b Rotate purge valve 1 2 turn clockwise to full closed position p
68. w point of 65 F 54 C or less See SCOTT Specialist Level Maintenance Modules available upon request from SCOTT for additional information on refilling SCOTT SCBA cylinders Page 5 of 36 WARNING THIS RESPIRATOR PROVIDES PROTEC TION 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 RE QUIRED FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR THE HAZ ARDS IN THE WORKPLACE MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH P N 595109 01 Rev A 4 10 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 St
69. y If respirator use is expected at temperatures near or below freezing or if respirator is to be used after being kept at temperatures near or below freezing refer to LOW TEMPERATURE OPERATION Section for additional information and supplemental procedures DONNING AND PREPARATION FOR USE 1 Always check the cylinder gauge for a FULL indication If the cyl inder 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 reten tion 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 If the respirator is stored in a hard or soft storage case place the case on the ground or level surface and open the case Secure the regulator in the regulator holder Proceed as shown in FIGURES 8A thru 8F a Spread shoulder straps and fold open waist pad Stand the res pirator 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 b Spread shoulder straps and fold open waist pad Stand the res pirator on the cylinder valve with cylinder toward you and the shoulder straps away from you Pick up

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