Type A1 provides protection against organic gases and vapours,
such as solvents, the boiling points of which are higher than +65 °C.
Type B1 provides protection against inorganic gases and vapours,
such as chlorine, hydrogen sulphide and prussic acid.
Type E1 provides protection against acid gases and vapours,
such as sulphur dioxide and hydrogen fluoride.
Type K1 provides protection against ammonia and certain
amines, such as ethylene diamine.
Type Hg provides protection against mercury vapour.
Type P3 provides protection against all types of particles, both
solid and liquid.
SR 77‑2/87‑2 • The hood is equipped with the ABEK1-CO gas
filter and the class P3 particle filter, and provides protection against
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases, and against particles
that may be emitted in a fire or in chemical emission accidents.
4. Warnings
• The hood provides protection only if the surrounding air has a
normal oxygen content, 17–21 %.
• The hood must not be used by children or by persons with
deep facial furrows, beard growth, or unusual face size.
• The hood is designed only as an escape hood for single use
and not as work equipment. Maximum use time 30 minutes.
• The hood will not provide protection if the packaging has been
damaged so that the vacuum has been lost.
• Be aware that flames or liquid metal droplets may ignite the charcoal
in the filter, which may result in acute levels of toxic substances.
• Donning procedure shall be carried out in accordance with
this manual.
• Storage under conditions other than those specified in this
manual may affect the shelf life.
• The Chem SR 76-2 and SR 86-2 escape hoods do not provide
protection against carbon monoxide, CO.
• In order to maintain optimal function of your equipment, it shall
be carefully handled and protected from blows and shocks.
5. To put the hood on
• Tear the aluminium bag open at the red tear marking. Fig. 1.
• Prepare the hood for putting it on. Fig. 2.
• Put the hood on by placing the neck strap under your chin and
pulling the hood back over your head. Fig. 3.
• The hood can also be put on by pulling it over your head from
above. Fig. 4. Persons who have long hair or wear glasses
should proceed as shown in Fig. 3.
• On the SR 86-2/87-2, then adjust the rubber straps so that the
mask fits firmly and comfortably. Fig. 5.
• The hood in place. Fig. 6. If necessary, adjust the hood so that
the mask seals against your face.
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6. Storage
• Keep clean and dry in temperatures from -20 to +55 °C and
below 90% relative humidity.
• Model S is for stationary storage, for example at the workplace,
in a cabinet or closet.
• Model M is intended to be carried and stored eg in a car or
work vehicle.
• Model M can be carried and could be attached to the user´s
belt but then it must be well protected from blows and shocks.
NOTE: Remember to keep the escape hood easily accessible.
7. Inspection
IMPORTANT!
Check at least every three months that:
• the aluminum bag is not damaged so that the vacuum has
been lost. Pull gently in the aluminium bag and make sure it fits
tightly around the hood. Model M should be examined without
lifting the bag from the nylon emergency bag.
• the date of service life is not exceeded. The use before date
is at the aluminum bag for S-model and also on the nylon
emergency bag for M-model.
8. Service
Service may be carried out only by the manufacturer or a service
partner approved by the manufacturer.
The following conditions apply to service:
• The date for service specified on the packaging must not have
passed.
• The aluminium bag must not have been opened.
• Before service, get in touch with the manufacturer for information
concerning the applicable procedures and the right delivery
address.
9. Label symbols
See user instructions
Production date
Max. ambient relative humidity
during operation and storage
Date marking.
Latest date for service:
Temperature range during
operation and storage