User manual 3M AIR-MATE SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS

[. . . ] Easily viewable shouldermounted, low-pressure gauge indicates cylinder air pressure. Audible end-of-service alarm alerts wearer of low air supply. First-breath activation allows the unit to be donned in a nonhazardous environment before connecting the pressure-demand valve. Built-in speaking diaphragm allows clear communication with co-workers. Quick-release cylinder band clamp makes cylinder changes quick and easy. Single-piston, first-stage, fail-open regulator has few moving parts, improving dependability and reducing maintenance costs. [. . . ] It's NIOSH-approved for both entry into and escape from confined spaces. Optional airline connection enables wearer to remain in IDLH atmospheres for extended periods of time. Front pouch stores and protects the facepiece until needed. 3M Air-Mate SCBAG SCBA is a bag that opens to form a vest with the SCBA system in place and ready to use. The SCBAG is available with a durable, black CorduraTM nylon harness or a flame-resistant brown AdvanceTM Harness. Lightweight, hoop-wrapped, 30-minute cylinder is positioned for ideal weight distribution and easier valve access. 3M Air-Mate SCBAG SCBA Ordering Information Part No. BA-4430-S BA-4530-S BA-4430-M BA-4530-M BA-4430-L BA-4530-L BA-4630-S BA-4730-S BA-4630-M BA-4730-M BA-4630-L BA-4730-L BAP-2003930 Description SCBAG (small facepiece) SCBAG w/Airline (small facepiece) SCBAG (medium facepiece) SCBAG w/Airline (medium facepiece) SCBAG (large facepiece) SCBAG w/Airline (large facepiece) SCBAG (small facepiece) SCBAG w/Airline (small facepiece) SCBAG (medium facepiece) SCBAG w/Airline (medium facepiece) SCBAG (large facepiece) SCBAG w/Airline (large facepiece) Cylinder and Valve Cylinder Type Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped Hoop Wrapped PSI 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 Rated Duration 30 Min. Vest Harness Material CorduraTM Nylon CorduraTM Nylon CorduraTM Nylon CorduraTM Nylon CorduraTM Nylon CorduraTM Nylon AdvanceTM AdvanceTM AdvanceTM AdvanceTM AdvanceTM AdvanceTM 3MTM Air-MateTM SCBAGTM SCBA Harness Donning Procedures 1 SCBAG is a self-contained system that stores in its own carrying bag. 2 Unzip the bag and open on a flat surface with the cylinder valve pointing toward you. 3 4 Separate the hook-and-loop fasteners holding the flaps together and open up the vest. Turn the SCBAG over so the cylinder is underneath and the carrying straps are on top. 5 6 Fold each zippered flap toward the center and fasten the hook-and-loop fasteners, enclosing the carrying straps. Perform the pre-operational inspection specified in the User Instructions. Grasp the vest at the shoulder flaps with the inside of the vest facing you. 7 8 Slip your right arm into the armhole. Slip your left arm into the armhole under the hoses and gauge. Position the SCBAG on your back as you would a jacket or vest. 9 10 Smooth the right side against your stomach, then fold the left side across to secure the hook-andloop fasteners. Fasten the waist belt tang to the buckle strap extending from the right side of the facepiece pouch. To tighten, pull the free end of the waist belt away from the buckle tang. To loosen, pull the buckle and tang away from the fixed end of the waist belt. 3MTM Air-MateTM 7800S-AM Full Facepiece Donning Procedures 1 2 Open the cylinder valve. With the headstraps fully extended and placed out over the front of the facepiece, place your chin into the chin cup and hold the facepiece snug against your face. 3 4 Pull the headstraps down over the back of your head, brushing away any hair from the sealing surface. Your first breath will activate the system, letting you breathe freely. Pull straight back on the headstraps to tighten. Start with the lower chin straps and work your way up to the top straps. Positive Pressure/Regulator Test Emergency Bypass Test Insert two fingers between your cheek and the facepiece, and gently lift the facepiece away. A good outward flow of air indicates the facepiece pressure is positive. After removing your fingers to reseal the facepiece, there should be no air leaking from the pressure-demand valve or facepiece. Open the pressure-demand valve by rotating the red emergency by-pass knob a quarter turn until it stops. There should be a constant flow of air into the facepiece. Turn the knob back to the closed position, with the flat part of the knob pointed toward you. User Seal Check/Low Pressure Alarm Tests Close the cylinder valve and breathe normally. Observe the pressure gauge and listen for the low-pressure audible alarm as the pressure gauge moves into the red zone. Continue breathing until the facepiece collapses slightly against your face. If the facepiece remains collapsed for several seconds, you have a correct seal. [. . . ] (30. 0 m) Neoprene, Foster 367-01-02HA1 367-02-02HA1 367-03-02HA1 367-01-02FS1 367-02-02FS1 367-03-02FS1 Use Limitations 1. Failure to comply with all instructions and warnings on the use of these products and/or failure to wear the respirator during all times of exposure may reduce respirator effectiveness and result in serious bodily injury, sickness or death. Never alter or modify these respirators. Repair or replace respirator parts if they become damaged. [. . . ]