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1. CONTOUR Self contained Breathing Apparatus User Instructions Issue H 05 2010 CE 0088 ASINZS1716 2003 Lic 1214 SAI Global Article No 1034994 Certified Product WARNINGS 1 INTRODUCTION Baa aan OONAN CANTOUN Self contained Breathing Apparatus Contents ABBREVIATIONS BREATHABLE AIR COMPRESSED AIR AIRLINE SUPPLIES APPARATUS DURATION TRAINING SERVICING SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES WARRANTY 45 NOTIFIED BODIES 2 APPARATUS DESCRIPTION 2 4 GENERAL 2 2 HARNESS 2 CYLINDER BAND 2 4 THE PNEUMATIC SYSTEM 2 5 REDUCER 2 6 GAUGE AND WHISTLE 2 7 DEMAND VALVE 2 8 OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS 2 9 FACEMASKS 3 PRE USE AND MONTHLY CHECKS 3 1 CHECK APPARATUS 3 2 REPLACING CYLINDERS 3 3 DUO CYLINDER BAND 3 4 RESET DEMAND VALVE 10 3 5 CYLINDER PRESSURE LEAK TEST 10 3 6 DV AND FACEMASK 3 6 1 All Facemasks 3 6 2 Facemasks with a Web Harness 11 3 6 3 Facemasks with a Net Harness 3 7 POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST 3 8 WHISTLE TEST 3 3 9 AIRLINE AND DECONTAMINATION ATTACHMENTS 12 3 10 RSM ATTACHMENTS 3 11 HOSES 4 DONNING PROCEDURE 4 1 DON APPARATUS K 4 2 CHECK DV OPEN CYLINDER VALVE 14 4 3 DON FACEMASK 4 3 1 Facemasks with a Web Harness 4 3 2 Facemasks with a Net Harness 4 4 POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST 45 FACEMASK SEAL TEST 46 WHISTLE TEST 47 FINAL CHECKS
2. Unscrew cylinder valve connector hand wheel s CAUTION Ensure air is completely evacuated from the Set before removing the high pressure hose 2 Release cylinder band cam lock and remove cylinder s see Section 3 of this Manual Mark cylinders as empty store separately from charged cylinders and return for charging 17 CONTOUR 6 AFTER USE Contour must be cleaned and tested as detailed in the following instructions 6 1 CLEANING CAUTION DO NOT immerse the DV or warning whistle in water USE ONLY the specified methods and materials DO NOT use bleach solvent detergent or abrasive cleaners Dry thoroughly away from direct heat and sunlight prior to storage 1 Disconnect DV from the facemask 2 Wash and disinfect the mask thoroughly in a solution of TriGene and warm water See following Note 3 Rinse the mask thoroughly in clean running water Pay particular attention to flushing out the exhale valve 4 Hang mask by its neck strap and allow it to dry thoroughly away from direct heat or sunlight 5 When dry wipe facemask seals with TriGene disinfectant wipes 6 Polish the visor inside and out with a clean lint free cloth and slacken the head harness ready for use Note TriGene is available from Scott Health and Safety Limited in 1 litre and 5 litre containers under Article Numbers 2008247 and 2008248 respectively CONTOUR Pump dispensers
3. are available for the above under Article Numbers 1017672 1 litre and 1017670 5 litres TriGene disinfecting wipes are available from Scott Health and Safety Limited under Article Number 2004225 pack of 20 7 The harness can be sponged clean with a mild solution of soap and warm water Rinse thoroughly and dry in a well ventilated room away from direct heat and sunlight 8 Fully slacken cylinder band shoulder straps and _ waist belt and detach the lumbar pad Release the hose retaining press studs if fitted and separate the pneumatics from the harness 9 In extreme cases remove the pneumatics from the harness to gain full access for cleaning The lumbar pad filling is closed cell foam that will not absorb water DO NOT store until completely dry CAUTION DO NOT immerse the DV 10 Fit the yellow cap on the DV outlet 11 If required use a small brush e g toothbrush and a mild solution of soap and warm water to clean around the locking catch and bypass knob 12 Clean the valve body using a lint free cloth moistened in a mild solution of soap and warm water DO NOT store until completely dry 18 6 2 CHECK APPARATUS A 1 Operate the DV locking catch and bypass knob several times and check that they do not stick If either is not free moving attach explanatory note and return for servicing 2 Check that the harness webbing and fittings are not worn or
4. be provided in certain highly toxic atmospheres The apparatus must be tested and serviced in accordance with Section 7 Scheduled Maintenance and the notes in Section 1 under Training and Servicing The quality of air used to supply and charge breathing apparatus must meet the requirements of EN 12021 1999 or AS NZS1715 1994 See Section 1 for details In Australia and New Zealand ensure that your selection of respiratory protective devices conform to the requirements of AS NZS1715 1994 Ensure that a good seal can be obtained between the face and facemask The wearing of beards side burns or spectacles may adversely affect the sealing of a facemask to the wearer s face The apparatus is not designed for use underwater A A A A A A A A A The harness must not be used as a vehicle seat restraint DISCLAIMER Failure to comply with these instructions or misuse of the apparatus may result in death injury or material damage and invalidate any warranty or insurance claims COPYRIGHT This manual must not be copied in part or whole or used for purposes other than its intended purpose without the written permission of Scott Health and Safety Limited 1 INTRODUCTION 1 1 ABBREVIATIONS The following abbreviations are used in this manual AL Airline Attachment BA Breathing Apparatus CVR Cylinder Valve Retainer DCC Decontamination Attachment DV Demand Valve HP High Pressure IRIS Integrated Radio Info
5. 48 ATTACHING AN AIRLINE 5 DOFFING INSTRUCTIONS 5 1 DOFFING THE APPARATUS 5 2 REMOVE CYLINDER S 6 AFTER USE 6 1 CLEANING 6 2 CHECK APP 6 3 RECORD TEST DETAILS 6 4 STORAGE 7 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 7 1 MONTHLY 7 2 ANNUALLY Registered Office Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9RA England WARNINGS Please Read Carefully and Fully Understand This manual is for use by personnel trained in the use and care of compressed air breathing apparatus and MUST NOT be used as a self teaching guide by untrained users Failure to understand or adhere to the Contour user instructions may result in injury or death Scott Health and Safety Limited has taken great care to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate complete and clear However Training and Technical Support Services will be pleased to clarify any points in the manual and answer questions on SCOTT breathing apparatus The following warnings are in accordance with certifying authority requirements and apply to the use of breathing apparatus in general Breathing apparatus users must be fully trained in the use and care of self contained compressed air breathing apparatus Ensure that the selection of the apparatus type is sufficient for the tasks being undertaken and the hazards likely to be encountered Please refer to National Regulations for guidance Adequate protection may not
6. Cylinder kg kg Single Duo CYL 1200 6 0 200 1200 22 8 30 8 8 11 8 CYL HWG 1200 6 0 207 1200 22 8 30 7 2 10 2 CYL FWC 1300 4 7 300 1300 25 7 32 5 0 8 0 CYL 1640 6 0 300 1640 33 8 41 12 5 15 5 CYL HWG 1640 6 0 300 1640 33 8 41 10 0 13 0 CYL FWC 1640 6 0 300 1640 33 8 41 6 3 9 3 CYL 1800 9 0 200 1800 33 12 45 13 0 16 0 ee 9 0 207 1800 33 12 45 11 2 14 2 1800 res 9 0 207 1800 33 12 45 6 75 9 75 1800 Ne 6 8 300 1860 37 9 46 6 75 9 75 1860 CYL FWC 2460 9 0 300 2460 50 12 62 8 8 11 8 Note Only cylinders in shaded areas are suitable for use with Contour Duo in twin cylinder configuration The total apparatus weight must not exceed 18 kg when fully charged ref EN 137 Clause 5 4 and AS NZS1716 2003 Table 3 Cylinders approved for use with Contour apparatus Table 4 identifies the cylinder material code and the cylinder specification Material Specification CE Marked EU Work Cover Australia amp New Zealand HSE AL HW1 EU Work Cover Australia amp New Zealand CE Marked EU Work Cover Australia amp New Zealand Steel e g CYL 1200 Hoop Wrapped Glass Fibre e g CYL HWG 1200 Fully Wrapped Carbon e g CYL FWC 1300 Table 4 Cylinder Codes and Specifications Durations are nominal and based on an Average Wearer Consumption Rate of 40 L min and are for fully charged cylinders Cylinder Free Air Capacity Average Wearer Consumption Rate Total Duration Nomina
7. Facemasks 1 Check that the facemask is clean and undamaged pay 2 Check that the orange O ring on the DV outlet is clean and in good condition 3 Fit the DV to the facemask and check that the red locking catch engages fully Twist the DV gently to confirm that it has 4 Open the cylinder valve s fully 3 6 2 Facemasks with a Web Harness 1 Hold the head harness lower straps place chin in chin cup and pull straps over back of head brushing back hair from under face seal 2 Tighten harness straps in sequence Bottom Middle Top DO NOT over tighten 3 Inhale deeply and check that the DV first breath mechanism operates CONTOUR 3 6 3 Facemasks with a Net Harness f Hold the mask by the side of the net harness place the chin into the chin cup and pull the mask onto the face Grasp the pull strap at the rear of the net harness and pull the net over the head 2 Tighten harness side straps DO NOT over tighten 3 Inhale deeply and check that the DV first breath mechanism operates CONTOUR POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST 3 7 1 With the cylinder valve open insert a finger under face seal and check for a steady outward flow of air Remove finger and allow mask to re seal 2 Hold breath for ten seconds and listen for leaks If there are leaks loosen the head harness and adjust the mask for a
8. House Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead HP2 4SQ England SAI Global 286 Sussex Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Lic No 1214 CONTOUR 2 APPARATUS DESCRIPTION 2 1 GENERAL Contour is an open circuit self contained compressed air Breathing Apparatus BA for use by fire fighters and in industrial applications where a high level of respiratory protection is required Standard versions of Contour feature a mechanical pressure gauge and whistle mounted on the left hand shoulder strap Versions specifically intended for use by fire fighters are available which incorporate the IRIS data communications system All safety critical components on the Contour Set for example the reducer valve and demand valve etc are individually identified by a unique serial number and date of manufacture Contour is approved to European Standards EN 137 1993 EN 137 2006 Class 1 self contained breathing apparatus and EN 139 1995 self contained breathing apparatus with airline attachment Contour is CE marked in accordance with EC Directive EC 686 1986 Contour is approved to Australian New Zealand Standard AS NZS1716 2003 Contour is also approved for use at sea by Lloyds Inspectorate in accordance with SOLAS regulation 17 and the 1980 Merchant Shipping Act Please call Scott Health and Safety Limited for further apparatus approval details This manual contains user instructions for single cy
9. S 1 Remove RSM dust caps and attach a rescue mask to the RSM attachment 2 Press the DV reset buttons on the wearer facemask and rescue mask 3 Open the Contour cylinder valve and check that the RSM connection does not leak 4 Don the rescue mask inhale sharply to activate the first breath mechanism and check that there is a plentiful supply of air 5 Disconnect the rescue mask and check once again that the RSM connector does not leak 6 Replace dust caps 7 DO NOT use attachments that show signs of excessive wear or damage or that leak excessively 3 11 HOSES 1 Check all hoses for damage and excess wear Flex hoses to reveal any splits cracks or crazing minor crazing is acceptable 2 Check couplings for damage and excess wear and ensure that they can be opened 3 When closed check that they form a secure coupling 4 Replace damaged or worn hoses 13 CONTOUR 4 DONNING PROCEDURE 4 1 DON APPARATUS Note Specialist Users such as Emergency Services may operate alternative donning procedures which conform to the relevant statutory regulations and have been approved by Scott Health and Safety Limited 1 Check that the Contour and facemask harnesses are fully slackened and that the DV is connected to the facemask 2 Hang the facemask round the neck by its neck strap 3 Pass the right arm through the shoulder strap and swing the harness across the back and slip the lef
10. ails on price and delivery 1 4 APPARATUS DURATION All durations quoted are nominal based on an Average Wearer Consumption Rate of 40 L min and FULLY CHARGED cylinders Actual Wearer Consumption rates vary due to many factors such as Workload high work rates increase consumption rates e Weight of apparatus and use of heavy or restrictive clothing Work environments with extremes of heat or cold Physical fitness of the wearer Other factors include emotional stress and fatigue Supplying cylinder air to a resuscitator or rescue second mask RSM It is important that all wearers are aware of these factors and take account of them when assessing cylinder duration 1 5 TRAINING Personnel who use self contained compressed air breathing apparatus must be fully trained in accordance with these instructions and national regulations These instructions cannot replace an accredited training course run by fully qualified instructors in the proper and safe use of SCOTT breathing apparatus Please contact Training and Technical Support Services or your distributor for training course details 1 6 SERVICING Contour must be serviced at scheduled intervals by personnel who have completed a formal training course and hold a current certificate for the servicing and repair of SCOTT breathing apparatus Details of the servicing schedule are contained in the SCOTT Contour Service Manual copies of which ca
11. comfortable leak tight fit and repeat test DO NOT over tighten the head harness 3 DO NOT USE apparatus that leaks Attach an explanatory note and return for servicing 4 When satisfied with the apparatus press the DV reset knob remove the facemask and close the cylinder valve 3 8 WHISTLE TEST 12 1 With the cylinder valve s closed open the bypass knob briefly to vent air from the system 2 Check that the whistle sounds clearly as the pressure gauge falls below 55 bar 5 bar 3 The apparatus is now fully tested and may be stored prior to use Note Other warning whistle pressures may be selected at purchase 55 bar whistles green spot 44 bar red and 68 bar yellow 3 9 AIRLINE AND DECONTAMINATION ATTACHMENTS 1 Check the supply airline flow and pressure Remove connector dust caps and check for wear and damage 2 Make connection to an appropriate connector capable of supplying breathable compressed air see Section 1 3 Compressed Air Airline Supplies 3 Check that the connection is secure and that the connector releases easily without sticking 4 Press the DV reset button 5 Pressurise the attachment and check all connections for leaks On airline attachments check that the female connector does not leak 6 DO NOT use attachments that show signs of excessive wear or damage or that leak excessively 7 Replace dust caps 3 10 RSM ATTACHMENT
12. damaged and that buckles and fastenings are fully operational Apparatus with major defects must be returned for servicing with an explanatory label attached 3 Check Contour in accordance with Section 3 Pre Use and Monthly Checks 6 3 RECORD TEST DETAILS Record test details in accordance with local regulations within a Breathing Apparatus Logbook available from Scott Health and Safety Limited under Article Number 1034745 Information recorded usually includes Name and address of employer responsible for the apparatus Make model number or mark description of any distinguishing features sufficient to enable clear identification The date of the examination together with the name signature or unique authentication mark of the examiner The condition of the apparatus and details of any defects found and any remedial action taken including any airline supply equipment used with the apparatus Cylinder air pressure 6 4 STORAGE The apparatus must be stored in a clean dry environment away from direct heat and sunlight Storage temperature should not exceed 10 C to 40 C 19 CONTOUR 7 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 7 1 MONTHLY Test Contour in accordance with Section 3 Pre Use and Monthly Checks Record test details in the apparatus BA Logbook This record is mandatory in the UK and most EC countries and must be kept up to date and available for inspection Please see Section 6 3
13. e while PanaSeal and PanaVisor are of non dermatitic black neoprene or blue silicone Promask PP is moulded in hypo allergenic black Procomp with a soft silicone inner mask The polycarbonate visors conform to EN 166 Grade B for medium impact resistance and AS NZS 1337 1992 for high impact resistance Versions of the above masks are also available with helmet attachment clamps fitted Please contact Customer Services for further information Vision 3 Facemask with Web Harness PanaSeal PanaVisor Facemask with Net Harness CONTOUR Promask PP Facemask 3 PRE USE AND MONTHLY CHECKS 3 1 CHECK APPARATUS Contour must be clean and in good condition Check that all hose retaining press studs if fitted are closed Fully slacken the waist belt and shoulder straps ready for use 3 2 REPLACING CYLINDERS WARNING On Duo models always fit matching fully charged cylinders 1 Close the cylinder valve on Duo Sets close both cylinder valves 2 Open the facemask bypass to vent the system 3 Undo the cylinder connector s 4 Grasp and pull the edges of the cam lock buckle with index finger and thumb of the left hand and use the right index finger to slide the ribbed release catch Pull the cam lock fully open 5 Open the buckle and remove the cylinder s 6 Place fully charged cylinder s on the back plate with the cy
14. e apparatus air must be used with a dew point sufficiently low to prevent internal freezing 1 3 COMPRESSED AIR AIRLINE SUPPLIES Air for use with compressed air airlines must conform to EN 12021 1999 or AS NZS1715 1994 and must have a dew point sufficiently low to prevent internal freezing when apparatus is used in temperatures below 4 C 300 450 1 2 3 750 4 900 Table 2 Airline pressure must be between 5 0 and 9 0 bar 70 and 130 psi Airflow supply capacity for a single airline is given in Table 2 Generally each additional wearer requires an extra 150 litres per minute each additional pair of wearers requires 300 L min for one wearer and 450 L min for two wearers All measurements must be taken at the wearer end of the airline Example for 8 users 4 pairs the recommended flow is 4 x 300 150 1800 litres minute CONTOUR An airline flow tester is available from Scott Health and Safety Limited under Article Number 1035978 Compressed air airlines used with Contour must be SCOTT products approved to EN 139 or AS NZS1716 2003 Ensure that hoses used in an explosive or flammable atmosphere are marked ANTI STATIC EN 139 AS NZS1716 BREATHING AIR Cost effective PVC hoses may be used in other atmospheres Scott Health and Safety Limited manufacture a range of anti static and PVC hoses in lengths ranging from 15m to 60m Our Customer Services Department will be pleased to provide det
15. e warning whistle sounds when pressure in the cylinder falls to 55 bar 5 bar The duration of the air remaining in the cylinder from the start of the warning whistle is listed for each cylinder type under Warning Period in Table 3 The pressure gauge dial is photo luminescent to aid use in low light levels The lens is impact resistant polycarbonate A rubber shroud protects the gauge Should the gauge whistle or hose become damaged a restrictor in the reducer limits air loss to less than 25 litres per minute 2 7 DEMAND VALVE The DV operates in conjunction with the facemask spring loaded exhale valve to maintain a positive pressure within the facemask The DV has a servo assisted tilting diaphragm mechanism that responds to pressure changes within the facemask to regulate the flow of air to the mask ensuring that pressure within the mask remains safely above ambient The DV has a reset button that enables wearers to close the air flow through the DV allowing the facemask to be removed during test procedures and at the end of a task without loss of cylinder air When the apparatus is donned the DV is normally reset closed and is opened activated when the wearer takes a first breath The DV has a supplementary flow device bypass that the wearer can open using the bypass knob When the bypass is used the unregulated flow of air through the DV reduces cylinder duration The DV is connected t
16. for details 7 2 ANNUALLY Contour must be returned for a workshop service annually and for a major workshop service at six yearly intervals After each workshop service perform the user checks detailed in Section 3 Pre Use and Monthly Checks prior to returning Contour to service Check that workshop service details have been recorded in the apparatus BA Log Kebon P RODUC T Thank you for reading this data sheet For pricing or for further information please contact us at our UK Office using the details below UK Office Keison Products P O Box 2124 Chelmsford Essex CM1 3UP England Tel 44 0 1245 600560 Fax 44 0 1245 808399 Email sales keison co uk Please note Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice The user is responsible for determining the suitability of this product
17. l Duration Total Duration minus the Warning Period Warning Period Whistle Operating Pressure Average Wearer Consumption Rate CONTOUR 2 4 THE PNEUMATIC SYSTEM The pneumatic system has two pressure reduction stages air from the cylinder is reduced to a medium pressure MP of between 5 5 and 11 bar by the reducer The second pressure reduction is performed in the facemask Demand Valve DV Air from the cylinder passes through a sintered bronze particle filter in the cylinder connector which protects the pneumatic system then through a short length of High Pressure HP braided hose to the reducer inlet manifold 2 5 REDUCER The reducer is a simple self regulating spring and piston device which requires no adjustment It has a pressure relief valve PRV that protects the MP system from over pressurisation Air from the reducer is connected through a reinforced chlorinated polyethylene hose to the facemask mounted DV which regulates the air supplied to the wearer 2 6 GAUGE AND WHISTLE A high pressure hose from the reducer inlet manifold connects air at cylinder pressure to a warning whistle and pressure gauge mounted on the Contour shoulder strap On standard versions the warning whistle and pressure gauge are mounted on the left hand shoulder strap On versions fitted with the IRIS data communications system the warning whistle and pressure gauge are incorporated within the IRIS unit Th
18. linder twin cylinder Duo versions and versions for use with compressed air airlines Duo models are not normally provided with airline attachments CONTOUR Contour is marked in accordance with EN 137 2003 and AS NZS1716 2003 An explanation of those markings is given below CONTSuR oo ase Tt C OPEN CIRCUIT POSITIVE PRESSURE SELF CONTAINED D AND AIRLINE COMPRESSED AIR BREATHING APPARATUS Certified to EN137 Class 1 2006 EN139 1995 amp AS NZS1716 2003 E Certyfikat CNBOP nr 2375 2007 CE 0086 F Serial Number sT Date of Manufacture H oe Scott Health and Safety Limited Pimbo Road West Pimbo Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9RA United Kingdom el 44 0 1695 727171 Fax 44 0 1696 711775 Meaning Symbol refer to User Instructions Product brand name Product model designation Apparatus description Standards to which apparatus is certified Number of Approval Body Serial number of apparatus Date of manufacture Contact details of manufacturer 2 2 HARNESS Contour is available with a flame retardant polyamide polyester or a Kevlar Nomex harness identified by a K in the unit part number Buckles are of black nylon or stainless steel Press studs are of brass or nickel plated brass On Kevlar versions the pneumatics and hoses are attached to the harness by loops closed by press studs On EN versions the loops do n
19. linder outlet s through the cylinder valve retainer s 7 On Duo ensure that the dividing loop is between the cylinders 8 Check that the cylinder hand wheel connector O ring s is are clean and in good condition and screw the connector CONTOUR firmly onto the cylinder valve onto the Duo manifold Note In some instances it may be necessary to adjust the size of the cylinder band To do this i Engage the buckle hinge but do not close the cam lock ii Tighten the cylinder band using the slide buckle until the band holds the cylinder securely iii Close the cam lock buckle When Contour is used with an airline check that i The airline is in good condition free from splits bulges and abrasions ii The airline connector is in good condition and that it connects securely to the Contour pigtail iii The air supply conforms to EN 12021 or AS NZS1715 1994 see Section 1 3 Compressed Airline Supplies iv The Contour airline coupling is in good condition 3 3 DUO CYLINDER BAND The Duo cylinder band can be adapted to hold two or one cylinder In normal use the dividing loop passes between the two cylinders to separate and secure them By flattening the dividing loop against the cylinder band wearers can configure Duo for single cylinder operation To alter the Duo cylinder band to hold only one cylinder 1 Slide the dividing loop so that it is nex
20. n only be obtained by registered holders of a current certificate Your distributor or Training and Technical Support Services will be pleased to provide training course details and quotes for service contracts Please see above for contact details 1 7 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Customer Services provide an efficient friendly customer contact point for ordering new apparatus spare parts and accessories The team can also provide general information on SCOTT products 1 8 WARRANTY The products manufactured at our factories in Skelmersdale and Vaasa carry a warranty of 12 months unless stated otherwise for parts labour and return to site The warranty period runs from the date of purchase by the end user These products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of delivery SCOTT will be under no liability for any defect arising from wilful damage negligence abnormal working conditions failure to follow the original manufacturers instructions misuse or unauthorised alteration or repair Evidence of purchase date will need to be provided for any claims arising during the warranty period All warranty claims must be directed through SCOTT Customer Services and in accordance with our sales return procedure 1 9 NOTIFIED BODIES Inspec International Limited 0194 56 Leslie Hough Way Salford Greater Manchester M6 6AJ England BSI Product Services 0086 Kitemark
21. o the facemask by a Quick Fit QF bayonet fitting with a spring loaded locking catch to prevent accidental disconnection 2 8 OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS The options available are Decontamination attachment DCC facilitates airline connection into a gas tight chemical suit permitting the wearer to breathe from an airline during extended decontamination procedures e Rescue mask attachment RSM permits the wearer to supply a rescue mask or an air powered resuscitator from own cylinder air This reduces the duration of the cylinder supply Airline attachment AL permits Contour to be used with an airline The cylinder provides emergency backup Note Air for use with airlines must conform to Breathable Air as detailed in Section 1 2 9 FACEMASKS Contour is approved for use with Vision 3 PanaSeal PanaVisor and Promask PP full facemasks all of which conform to EN 136 Class 3 and AS NZS1716 2003 All are available with five point fully adjustable web or net head harnesses and neck straps An inner mask minimises CO dead space and visor misting A speech diaphragm is fitted CONTOUR PanaSeal is suitable for medium and smaller face sizes PanaVisor is suitable for medium to larger face sizes Vision 3 is available in three sizes small medium and medium large which cover most face sizes Promask PP is available in two sizes small medium and medium large Vision 3 is moulded in grey silicon
22. on the DV bypass knob and check for a steady flow of air into the mask Close the bypass knob CONTOUR 4 8 ATTACHING AN AIRLINE WARNING e Airlines should be at least 15 metres long e Use anti static hoses in flammable or explosive atmospheres 1 Push the airline onto the Contour attachment connector WARNING Close cylinder valve while breathing from the airline 2 Give the supply airline a firm tug to ensure that it is securely connected 3 Proceed with tasks to be performed 16 5 DOFFING INSTRUCTIONS 5 1 DOFFING THE APPARATUS WARNING DO NOT remove apparatus until well clear of the hazardous area If wearing a gas tight chemical suit DO NOT remove until decontamination procedures are complete During extended de contamination procedures connect an airline to the DCC attachment q Hold breath and press the DV reset button 2 Release the head harness by pulling the harness buckles forwards Remove mask and let it hang from the neck strap 3 Release the hand wheel locking mechanism and close the cylinder valve s 4 Open the DV bypass knob to depressurise the system then turn the bypass to OFF 5 Release the waist belt buckle slacken shoulder straps by pulling up metal buckles and doff the apparatus 5 2 REMOVE CYLINDER S 1 Close the cylinder valve s and vent the pneumatics by opening the bypass
23. ot open For wearer comfort a lumbar pad fitted as standard or a full back pad fitted as an option is provided Both are fabricated from flame retardant material and packed with flame retardant closed cell foam The lumbar pad is held in place by four press studs The full length pad is held by press studs and the harness straps A chest strap is available as an option 2 3 CYLINDER BAND Contour can be configured for use with one or two Duo 200 207 or 300 bar steel or fully wrapped aluminium carbon fibre composite cylinders see Table 3 Cylinders are secured to the light weight back plate by a webbing cylinder band and a cylinder valve retainer CVR A conversion kit is available for converting single cylinder apparatus to Duo The webbing cylinder band is closed by a cam lock buckle with a latch that prevents accidental opening The band can be adjusted to accept the range of cylinders listed in Table 3 The cam lock buckle facilitates replacement of similar size cylinders without cylinder band adjustment Contour Duo cylinder bands can be easily altered by the wearer no tools required to mount a single cylinder centrally on the back plate CONTOUR Cylinders Water Charging Free air Nominal Warning Total Cylinder Weight of Capacity Pressure Volume Duration Period Duration Charged Contour with litres bar litres mins mins mins Weight
24. rmation System m Metres min Minutes mg Milligrams mm Millimetres MP Medium Pressure NRV Non Return Valve PRV Pressure Relief Valve psi Pounds per Square Inch RSM Rescue Mask Attachment 1 2 BREATHABLE AIR Air used to supply or charge breathing air may be natural or synthetic and must comply with EN 12021 1999 or AS NZS1715 1994 The composition of breathable air in accordance with EN 12021 is given in Table 1 Component Mass Volume Dry Air Dry Air Oxygen 23 14 20 948 Nitrogen 75 52 78 08 Argon 1 29 0 93 Carbon Dioxide 0 05 0 031 4 Hydrogen 0 000 003 0 000 05 Neon 0 001 270 0 001 818 Helium 0 000 037 0 000 524 Krypton 0 000 330 0 000 114 Xenon 0 000 039 0 000 009 Table 1 Breathable Air EN 12021 NOT applicable for Australia or New Zealand There is an increased fire risk when the oxygen content is above the value shown above CONTOUR The purity quality of air used to supply and charge breathing apparatus should be tested periodically in accordance with national regulations Unless otherwise specified the contaminants shall not exceed the permissible exposure level National regulations must be observed The mineral oil content shall be such that the air is without the odour of oil The odour threshold is in the region of 0 3 mg m The water content shall not exceed 50 mg m for 200 and 207 bar apparatus and 30 mg m for 300 bar apparatus For airlin
25. ss place the chin into the chin cup and pull the mask onto the face Grasp the pull strap at the rear of the net harness and pull the net over the head 2 Tighten harness side straps DO NOT over tighten 3 Inhale deeply to activate the DV then breathe normally 4 4 POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST With the cylinder valve open insert a finger under face seal and check for a steady outward flow of air Remove finger and allow mask to re seal 4 5 FACEMASK SEAL TEST 1 Close the cylinder valve and keep hold of the hand wheel Hold breath for 10 seconds and listen carefully for leaks A leak will cause the pressure gauge reading to fall 2 If the facemask fails the leak test open the cylinder valve loosen the head harness adjust the facemask and repeat the test 15 CONTOUR 4 6 WHISTLE TEST 1 With cylinder valve still closed slowly breathe down the air from the system Check that the whistle sounds clearly as the pressure gauge falls to 55 bar 5 bar 2 Once the whistle has sounded open the cylinder valve fully 3 DO NOT USE apparatus that fails this test Attach an explanatory note and return for service 4 7 FINAL CHECKS f Check that the cylinder valve s is are fully open and that the pressure gauge shows that there is sufficient air WARNING On Duo models BOTH cylinder valves MUST be fully open immediately prior to and during use 2 Turn
26. t arm through the shoulder strap 4 Pull down on the shoulder strap ends until the apparatus fits comfortably then close the waist belt Note If the waist belt is closed first tightening the shoulder straps will pull up the waist belt causing discomfort CONTOUR CHECK DV OPEN CYLINDER VALVE 4 2 1 Check that the flat on the DV bypass knob aligns with the DV outlet and press the black reset button 2 Open the cylinder valve slowly with your right hand whilst holding the pressure gauge in your left on Duo Sets open only one cylinder valve and check that the pressure gauge reads 80 FULL 170 bar for 200 and 207 bar cylinders and 240 bar for 300 bar cylinders WARNING When opening cylinder valve DO NOT use the high pressure hose as leverage 4 3 DON FACEMASK 4 3 1 Facemasks with a Web Harness 14 1 Hold the head harness lower straps place chin in chin cup and pull straps over back of head brushing hair away from face seal 2 Adjust the facemask top strap so that the mask is at the correct level with the face and the head harness pad is in the centre of the back of the head and then tighten harness straps in sequence Bottom Middle Top DO NOT over tighten 3 Inhale deeply to activate the DV then breathe normally 4 3 2 Facemasks with a Net Harness f YE 1 Hold the mask by the side of the net harne
27. t to the back plate and lying flat on the cylinder band CONTOUR 2 Shorten the cylinder band by feeding the excess length through the buckles on the band 3 4 RESET DEMAND VALVE 1 Press the black rubber reset button on the side of the DV and check that the red bypass knob is turned so that the flat on the bypass knob aligns with the DV outlet 2 Check that the orange O ring on the DV outlet is clean and in good condition 3 5 CYLINDER PRESSURE LEAK TEST 1 Slowly open cylinder valve fully on Duo Sets open only one cylinder valve and allow 10 seconds for the apparatus to pressurise 2 Check that the pressure gauge shows the cylinder is at least 80 FULL 240 bar for 300 bar cylinders 170 bar for 200 and 207 bar cylinders Listen for leaks 10 3 Close the cylinder valve and monitor the pressure gauge for one minute If the reading falls by more than 10 bar during this time there is an unacceptable leak 4 On Duo Sets close the first cylinder valve vent the apparatus by opening the DV bypass and repeat the test using the second cylinder 5 If the system fails the leak test close the cylinder valve vent air from the system by opening the DV bypass Check all pneumatic connections and repeat the leak test 6 DO NOT USE apparatus that leaks excessively Attach an explanatory note and return the apparatus for service 3 6 DV AND FACEMASK 3 6 1 All
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