User's Manual

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TAL 507 (L) Rev. 1 © MSA 2005 Prnt. Spec. 10000005389(A) Mat. 10058881

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Use of this device must be consistent with the requirements of NFPA 1500 Fire Department Occupational Safety

and Health Programs.

The Nightfighter Heads-Up Display System is NIOSH and NFP

A certified as an accessory for the Ultra Elite

Facepiece for use with the MSA MMR, Firehawk MMR, and BMR breathing apparatus only.

The war

ranties made by MSA with r

espect to the product are voided if the product is not installed, used and ser-

viced in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Please protect yourself and your employees by following

the instructions. Please read and observe the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS inside. For any additional information

elative to use or r

epair

, write or call 1-800-MSA-2222 during regular working hours.

Read this manual carefully if you have or will have the responsibility for using or servicing the product. These

instructions pertain only to the use of the version of the ICM Tx Unit and NightFighter Heads-up display System

which integrates with the SCBA. These instructions, in addition to the instructions supplied with the SCBA, must

be carefully read and followed by all persons who use or maintain this product. This includes those who have

any responsibility involving its selection or application. The ICM Tx Unit and NightFighter from MSA will per-

form as designed only if used and maintained according to the instructions. Otherwise it could fail to perform

as designed and persons who rely on the SCBA could sustain serious personal injury or death.

WARNING

ICM

Tx Unit

NightFighter

Heads-Up Display

System

NOTICE

These instructions must remain attached to the ICM Tx Unit or NightFighter Heads-up display system. The end

user only is authorized to remove them from the device. – NFPA 1982 (1998 Edition), par 3.2.3

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

The NightFighter Heads-Up Display System and ICM Tx Unit comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to oper-

ate the equipment.

Summary of content (24 pages)

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ICM Tx Unit ® NightFighter Heads-Up Display System ® OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE These instructions must remain attached to the ICM Tx Unit or NightFighter Heads-up display system. The end user only is authorized to remove them from the device. – NFPA 1982 (1998 Edition), par 3.2.3 WARNING Read this manual carefully if you have or will have the responsibility for using or servicing the product.
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DESCRIPTION TABLE OF CONTENTS Description ..............................................................................................................................................................................2 System Operations..................................................................................................................................................................5 Using the ICM Tx Unit............................................................................................
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DESCRIPTION Use only Duracell MN1500 or Energizer E91 AA alkaline batteries in the RECEIVER and ICM Tx. Use of other batteries, or a combination of batteries from different manufacturers, will affect the performance of the unit and will void the Intrinsic Safety Approval. Intrinsically-Safe Rating The NightFighter Heads-Up Display System and ICM Tx Unit is certified Intrinsically-Safe in the United States for use in Class 1, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C, D, and hazardous locations, Temperature T1.
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NOTES TAL 507 (L) Rev.
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SYSTEM OPERATIONS NIGHTFIGHTER HEADS-UP DISPLAY SYSTEM FUNCTIONALITY cylinder increments, by an LED light pattern. See chart 1. • The NightFighter Heads-Up Display System allows a user to clearly and easily see air cylinder pressure while wearing an SCBA equipped with the NightFighter Receiver and ICM Tx Unit or Nightfighter transmitter, and the Ultra Elite Facepiece.
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NOTES TAL 507 (L) Rev.
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ICM TX UNIT FUNCTIONALITY • • • • • • The ICM Tx Unit is assembled to the gauge line hose and serves as the transmitter for the NightFighter Heads-Up Display System. The ICM Tx Unit turns on automatically when the user opens the SCBA cylinder valve. As the pressure reaches approximately 200 psig, both visible and audible alarms activate automatically, indicating that the unit is functional.
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NOTES TAL 507 (L) Rev.
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USING THE ICM TX UNIT Note: Refer to chart 2 for the various audible and visual indicators. variations in individuals and the protective clothing worn. Use this alarm as a reference only to increasing time-temperature. Do not use as a substitute for standard operating procedures regarding escape from time-temperature extremes. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury or death.
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USING THE ICM TX UNIT Chart 3 shows the ICM Tx Unit thermal alarm activation curve. The time/temperature limits are based on the curve. The thermal alarm sounds if the pre-set limit exceeds the curve. The alarm will self-cancel depending on the severity of conditions. This may occur even though the temperature is above the thermal curve. SPECIFICATIONS Chart 4 shows the specifications for the ICM Tx Unit. SPECIFICATIONS Weight 1.
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USING THE ICM TX UNIT 10. Stand motionless until the pre-alarm sounds. Shake unit to reset the alarm. 11. If the ICM Tx Unit passes these functional checks, complete all remaining SCBA donning steps in the SCBA user’s instruction manual. 12. Disconnect the second stage regulator from the facepiece. 13. Close the cylinder valve fully. 14. At the appropriate pressure, the NightFighter Receiver should display one blinking red LED and the AudiLarm should sound.
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NOTES TAL 507 (L) Rev.
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DURING USE Note: Refer to chart 2 for the various audible and visual indicators for the ICM Tx Unit. WARNING Actual time remaining may be less than the calculated time displayed. Increases in breathing rate may reduce remaining time more than expected. Use time indicator as general guide only. The time displayed is based on the continuation of the average breathing rate over the last three minutes.
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DURING USE Low Battery Warnings ment. A torque of 6 in lbs is suggested. Do not overtighten the screws. Do NOT use a thread sealant on the screws. 7. Dispose of, or recycle batteries in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. WARNING Replace the batteries in the appropriate device when the low battery warning sounds. Use only recommended battery types (see Description section of this manual). Change the battery in non-hazardous area only.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE a. Check for external cracks in the case or housing. b. Check for missing screws or loose covers. c. Check for signs of leaking covers or water retention in the case. d. Check rubber cover for damage. e. Check for damaged or missing buttons on the unit. f. Check for any visible signs of damage to components. g. Check for proper operation of buttons. The buttons should be free from damage or cracks. h. Check for proper and secure attachment of all components to the hose and gauge.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SCBA inspections which are to be performed “After each use” and “Monthly”. The ICM Tx Unit inspections must also be performed during these SCBA inspections. 6. DO NOT PAINT the ICM Tx Unit or NightFighter Receiver. 7. Do not mark or etch the surface of the ICM Tx Unit or NightFighter Receiver. 5. Before replacing the battery cover, be sure that the rubber cover on the ICM Tx Unit is properly engaged with the plastic housing.
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QUICK-FILL SYSTEM OPERATION QUICK-FILL SYSTEM OPERATION WARNING For transfilling operations using the Quick-Fill System, do not use any transfilling hose assembly or fittings other than those supplied by MSA specifically for the Quick-Fill System. Use of any other transfilling hose assembly and/or fitting may result in serious personal injury or death, and will void NIOSH approval. Failure to follow the above warnings may result in serious personal injury or death.
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QUICK-FILL SYSTEM OPERATION 2. To attach the Quick-Fill System hose to the SCBA. a. Remove the rubber dust cap from the male inlet fitting on the SCBA. Be sure that the cylinder valve is fully opened. b. Remove the rubber dust cap from the female fitting on the Quick-Fill System hose. c. Push the female fitting on the male fitting until it snaps in place. Pull on the hose to be sure the fitting snapped into place. Transfilling begins when the female fitting is snapped on the SCBA male fitting.
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QUICK-FILL SYSTEM OPERATION e. and debris from entering the fitting and acts as a redundant seal. WARNING If serious leakage is noticed from either of the two female fittings, or anywhere along the hose, disconnect the female fittings and return to fresh air immediately. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious personal injury or death. TRANSFILLING BETWEEN SCBA FROM MSA (EMERGENCY BREATHING SYSTEM) Note: The SCBA with the higher pressure reading is the donor.
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NOTES TAL 507 (L) Rev.
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URC ASSEMBLY OPERATION URC ASSEMBLY OPERATION WARNING Do not Transfill (be a Donor) using a 3000psi URC Assembly. The 3000psi URC Assembly has a check valve that does not allow cylinders to Transfill (be a Donor). Using the 3000psi URC Assembly to fill cylinders, the cylinder can only be filled to 2216psig. If the pressure exceeds 2216psig a relief valve in the URC Assembly will vent at approximately 2525psig or as low as 2400psig.
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URC ASSEMBLY OPERATION PRECAUTIONS FOR USING URC ASSEMBLY ting on the URC Assembly. Be sure that the cylinder valve is fully opened. b. Remove the rubber dust cap from the female fitting on the Quick-Fill System hose. c. Push the female fitting on the male fitting until it snaps in place. d. Pull on the hose to be sure the fitting snapped into place. Filling begins when the female fitting is snapped on the URC Assembly. 1. The URC Assembly can only be used to fill approved SCBA cylinders. 2.
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URC ASSEMBLY OPERATION 1. If you are in fresh air and the dust cover will not stay on the URC Assembly because air is leaking, correct the condition before using the SCBA. 2. If you are filling the URC Assembly in a contaminated atmosphere and the dust cover will not stay on the URC Assembly because air is leaking: a. Immediately reconnect the Quick-Fill System hose to seal off the leak and return to fresh air. b. If you cannot reconnect the hose, reach behind and close the cylinder valve.
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WARRANTY WARRANTY INFORMATION The ICM Tx Unit is warranted to be free from mechanical defects or faulty workmanship for two (2) years from first use or eighteen (18) months from the date code, whichever occurs first, provided it is maintained and used in accordance with MSA’s instructions and/or recommendations. Refer to MMR Air Mask with Firehawk operation and instructions manual PN 10023638 for additional warranty information.