CMC Escape Artist Technical manual

WARNING
• SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT FROM THE IMPROPER USE OF
THIS EQUIPMENT.
• THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED FOR USE BY
EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS ONLY.
• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT PROPER TRAINING.
• USE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
• DO NOT USE THE EQUIPMENT NEAR SHARP EDGES, ABRASIVE SURFACES,
MOVING MACHINERY OR ELECTRICAL HAZARDS.
• EXPOSING THE EQUIPMENT TO CHEMICALS, HIGH HEAT, SEVERE COLD, OR
OTHER HARSH ENVIRONMENTS MAY PRODUCE A HARMFUL EFFECT ON THE
EQUIPMENT. CONSULT THE MANUFACTURER IN CASES OF DOUBT.
• INSPECT AFTER EACH USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER’S
INSTRUCTIONS.
USER INFORMATION
User Information shall be provided to the user of the product.
NFPA Standard 1983 recommends separating the User
Information from the equipment and retaining the information in a
permanent record. The standard also recommends making a copy
of the User Information to keep with the equipment and that the
information should be referred to before and after each use.
Additional information regarding life safety equipment can be
found in NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational
Safety and Health Programs, and NFPA 1983, Standard on Life
Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services.
INSPECTION
Inspect the equipment according to your department's policy for
inspecting life safety equipment. Inspect the equipment prior to
entry into service, after each use, and at least once every 12
months. The equipment should be thoroughly inspected by an
inspector that meets your department's training standard for
inspection of life safety equipment. Keep a record of the date,
person performing the inspection and results, as well as the date
of first use, name of users and any other pertinent information
necessary to keep accurate track of the equipment’s usage history
in the equipment log or on a tag that attaches to the equipment.
Each user should be trained in equipment inspection and should
inspect the equipment before each use.
When inspecting the system, follow the manufacturer’s
recommendations for inspection provided with each of the Escape
Artist System components. If the system is used in actual fire
ground emergency escape, or if there is any doubt about the
serviceability of the system, remove the system from service and
destroy it. CERTIFICATION
The Escape Artist (300913), ProTech Carabiner (300153),
FlashLite Hook Escape Anchor (300981) and 7.5mm ProSeries
Escape Line (292015) are individually certified to NFPA 1983. The
Escape Artist System is an NFPA 1983 certified Manufactured Fire
Escape System when used with the following components:
• CMC Escape Artist (300913)
• CMC FlashLite Hook Escape Anchor (300981)
• CMC 7.5mm ProSeries Escape Line (292015) with CMC factory
sewn termination
• CMC Fire Escape Tether Assembly (203500 or 202730)
CMC Rescue, Inc.
6740 Cortona Drive, Goleta CA 93117
USA
805-562-9120 / 800-235-5741
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ AND SAVE
Escape Artist™
System - Rope
MEETS THE FIRE ESCAPE SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
OF NFPA 1983, STANDARD ON LIFE SAFETY ROPE
AND EQUIPMENT FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES, 2017 EDITION.
EMERGENCY SERVICES FIRE ESCAPE SYSTEM
IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 1983 – 2017.
Made in USA
of US and foreign components
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Equipment Inspection and Maintenance Log
Item ______________________ # _______________ Date in Service __________________
Brand/Model _________________________________ Strength _______________________
Date How Used or Maintained Comments Name
USING THE ESCAPE SYSTEM
For proper deployment of the Escape Artist System, refer to the
included User Information for the Escape Artist, FlashLite Hook
Escape Anchor, ProTech Carabiner and 7.5mm ProSeries Escape
Line.
The system can be connected to the user’s belt or harness using
the included tether, or the tether can be removed and the Escape
Artist can be connected directly to the belt or harness using just
the ProTech Carabiner.
When re-packing the system into the supplied CMC Escape Bag
or Lumbar Pack, stuff the rope into the main pouch to minimize
twisting during deployment. Also make sure that the FlashLite
Hook and Escape Artist are properly stowed in their respective
holders and will deploy freely.
If storing the Escape Artist System directly in the bunker pants
pocket or using a different external bag than the supplied CMC
Escape Bag or Lumbar Pack, ensure that the rope is properly
stuffed and the hardware is packed such that it will deploy freely.
To view a video with more information and detailed instructions
on properly packing the Escape Artist System, please visit
cmcpro.com
CARRYING, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
During use, carrying and storage keep the equipment away from
acids, alkalis, exhaust emissions, rust and strong chemicals. Do
not expose the equipment to flame or high temperatures. Carry the
equipment where it will be protected as the equipment could melt
or burn and fail if exposed to flame or high temperatures.
If the equipment becomes soiled, it can be washed in cold water
with a mild detergent that is safe for use with nylon and polyester.
Dry out of direct sunlight. Do not dry in an automatic dryer. Store
in a cool, dry location. Do not store where the equipment may be
exposed to moist air, particularly where dissimilar metals are
stored together. REPAIR
All repair work shall be performed by the manufacturer. All other
work or modifications void the warranty and releases CMC from all
liability and responsibility as the manufacturer.
SAMPLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG
The sample log suggests records that should be maintained by
the purchaser or user of life safety equipment.