Read and note the pressure reading on the pressure gauge of the SCBA.
1.
Connect the quick coupling of the SCBA to the airline supply hose. The higher
2.
pressure in the supply hose should shut off the supply from the SCBA.
After two minutes, read the pressure displayed on the pressure gauge again.
3.
During the elapsed time, there should be no measureable drop in pressure on the
gauge. This check will indicate that the higher pressure in the airline supply hose
is preventing air from being taken from the SCBA cylinder.
During usage in the hazardous environment, periodically check the pressure
4.
displayed on the gauge and if a decrease is noted discontinue use. Disconnect the
airline hose and exit to a safe area using the bail-out set as an escape apparatus.
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MARKINGS (FIG. 24)
LABEL LOCATED ON THE BACKPLATE
Manufacturer
A.
Model designation
B.
Serial number
C.
European standard and classification
D.
Year of manufacture
E.
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SERVICE AND TESTING SCHEDULE
Service and testing shall be performed according to Service and testing schedule
97307. Visit www.interspiro.com for latest revision.
AFTER EACH USE
Switch off the positive pressure (if applicable).
1.
Open the cylinder valve fully and read off the pressure gauge.
2.
Close the cylinder valve.
3.
Check that the pressure do not drop.
4.
Decrease the cylinder pressure slowly and check that the whistle starts sounding
5.
at 55±5 bar.
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