Dräger PSS 5000 S Series User manual

3361343 (A3-D-P)
PSS®5000 S Series
Self contained breathing apparatus Instructions for Use
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1 For your safety
1.1 General safety statements
●Before using this product, carefully read the Instructions for Use.
●Strictly follow the Instructions for Use. The user must fully understand and strictly
observe the instructions. Use the product only for the purposes specied in the
Intended Use section of this document.
●Do not dispose of the Instructions for Use. Ensure that they are retained and
appropriately used by the product user.
●Only fully trained and competent users are permitted to use this product.
●Comply with all local and national rules and regulations associated with this product.
●Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to inspect, repair and service
the product. Dräger recommend a Dräger service contract for all maintenance
activities and that all repairs are carried out by Dräger.
●Properly trained service personnel must inspect and service this product as detailed
in the Maintenance section of this document.
●Use only genuine Dräger spare parts and accessories, or the proper functioning of
the product may be impaired.
●Do not use a faulty or incomplete product, and do not modify the product.
●Notify Dräger in the event of any component fault or failure.
●All approved respiratory equipment shall be selected, tted, used, and maintained
in accordance with MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration), OSHA
(Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and other applicable regulations.
●Do not use any form of chemical marking or paint on the equipment.
●The air supply shall meet the requirements for breathing air according to CGA G-7.1,
Grade D or higher quality.
1.2 Denitions of alert icons
Alert icons are used in this document to provide and highlight text that requires a greater
awareness by the user. A denition of the meaning of each icon is as follows:
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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
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CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
physical injury or damage to the product or environment. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
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NOTICE
Indicates additional information on how to use the product.
3 Use
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WARNING
Only trained and competent personnel should prepare and use breathing
apparatus. Ensure that any accessories, ancillary equipment and other
protective clothing items do not interfere with the apparatus and do not create
a safety hazard.
The effective working duration of the apparatus is dependent on the initial air
supply available and the breathing rate of the wearer. Fill air cylinders to their
full rated pressure prior to use, and do not commence any operation (including
SAR (supplied airline respirator) operations) using a cylinder that is less than
90 percent full.
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CAUTION
Do not apply excessive force or use tools to open or close a cylinder valve, and
do not drop or throw down the breathing apparatus.
Refer to the following additional information before preparing or using the breathing
apparatus:
●The special instructions (see Section 9).
●The NIOSH Approval Label 3361918 for approved congurations.
3.1 Preparation for use
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NOTICE
The face of the pressure gauge may be tted with a thin exible protective
covering. Remove this covering before rst use.
1. Carry out a visual inspection of the breathing apparatus (see Section 3.5.1).
2. Fit the air cylinder (see Section 3.5.2).
3. Press the male coupling of the lung demand regulator hose into the female coupling
of the medium-pressure hose until an audible click is heard (do not connect the
regulator to the face mask at this stage).
4. Press the reset button (Fig 2, Item 1) to switch off the positive pressure. Press and
rotate the bypass button (Fig 2, Item 3) to align the red spots and then release the
button to switch off the bypass.
5. Carry out a full functional test of the apparatus (see Section 3.5.3).
6. Align and push the lung demand regulator into face mask port until it latches in
position, and check the attachment by gently attempting to pull the coupling apart.
3.2 Putting on the breathing apparatus
1. Fully loosen the shoulder straps and waist belt and put on the breathing apparatus.
2. Check that the shoulder pads are not twisted, and take the weight of the system on
the shoulders by pulling the shoulder straps. Do not fully tighten at this stage.
3. Close the waist belt buckle and pull the ends of the waist belt until it ts securely and
comfortably (Fig 3). Tuck the belt ends behind the waist pad or belt.
4. Pull the shoulder straps until the breathing apparatus rests securely and comfortably
on the hips. Do not over tighten. Pull the strap retainers down to secure the strap
ends (Fig 4).
5. Fully loosen the head straps of the face mask and place the neck strap over the
back of the neck.
6. Press the reset button (Fig 2, Item 1) to switch off the positive pressure.
7. Open the cylinder valve slowly, but fully, to pressurize the system.
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NOTICE
After storage at temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) leakage may be observed
when the cylinder valve is initially opened due to ice formation.
●If leakage is observed from the lung demand regulator: Press the front
button (Fig 3, Item 2) to allow a rush of air to pass through the lung
demand regulator and then quickly press the reset button (Fig 3, Item 1)
to switch off the positive pressure. Resume normal operation.
●If leakage is observed from the quick connect cylinder coupling: Close
the cylinder valve and vent the system. Disconnect then reconnect the
cylinder to the breathing apparatus, then reopen the cylinder valve slowly,
but fully, to pressurize the system. Resume normal operation.
●In the event that leakage still occurs, remove the breathing apparatus from
service and report the fault to trained service personnel or contact Dräger.
8. Put on the face mask and check for tight t (see the Instructions for Use supplied
with the face mask).
3.3 During use
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WARNING
Fully open the cylinder valve and ensure it remains open during self contained
use of the breathing apparatus.
Users should be in a safe area before the end-of-service-time indicator (EOSTI)
warning commences. Evacuate to a safe area immediately if the warning
commences during an operation.
Using the bypass button (Fig 2, Item 3) will use air from the cylinder and rapidly
reduce the working duration of the apparatus.
●Regularly check the remaining cylinder pressure on the gauge.
●If additional air is required, briey press and release the bypass button (Fig 2, Item 3)
to deliver a single jet of air into the face mask.
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WARNING
The emergency air ow procedures below may greatly reduce the operating
duration of the air supply. When activated the user must immediately evacuate
to a safe area. The reason for using the procedure must be investigated and
repaired before reusing the apparatus.
●Additional air ow required (emergency procedure only used in the unlikely condition
of low or blocked airow) – Press and rotate the bypass button (Fig 2, Item 3) to
deliver a sustained air supply (85 to 130 liters/minute) into the face mask.
●Excessive or loss of air ow (emergency procedure only used in the unlikely
condition of high or loss of airow) – Close the cylinder valve then immediately begin
to slowly reopen the valve. Use the cylinder valve as a regulating valve to set the air
ow to meet the user requirement. This procedure can be used with screw-type and
ratchet-type cylinder valves.
3.4 After use
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WARNING
Do not remove the breathing apparatus until in a safe breathing environment.
1. Loosen the face mask straps. As the seal between the face mask and the face is
broken, press the reset button (Fig 2, Item 1) to switch off the positive pressure. Fully
remove the face mask and extend all of the straps of the head harness.
2. Close the cylinder valve.
3. Press the front button (Fig 2, Item 2) to vent system and then press the reset button
(Fig 2, Item 1) to switch off the positive pressure.
4. Release the waist belt buckle.
5. Lift the shoulder strap ends to release the strap retainers (Fig 4) and then lift the
shoulder strap buckles to loosen the straps.
6. Remove the breathing apparatus and face mask.
7. Carry out the after use tasks in the maintenance table (see Section 5.1).
8. Remove the air cylinder if required (see Section 3.5.2).
9. Pass the breathing apparatus to the service department with details of any faults or
damage that occurred during use.
3.5 Common user tasks
3.5.1 Visual inspection
A visual inspection must check the full breathing apparatus including all component parts
and accessories. Check that the equipment is clean and undamaged, paying particular
attention to pneumatic components, hoses and connectors. Typical signs of damage that
may affect the operation of the breathing apparatus include impact, abrasion, cutting,
corrosion and discoloration. Report damage to service personnel and do not use the
apparatus until faults are rectied.
3.5.2 Air cylinder tting and removing
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WARNING
High-pressure air release may cause injury to the user or other personnel near
the breathing apparatus. Close the cylinder valve and fully vent the system
before attempting to disconnect an air cylinder.
Impact damage to the cylinder valve or rst-stage regulator connector may
prevent valve connection or cause an air leak. Handle the air cylinder and
breathing apparatus with care.
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NOTICE
The following instructions are for a CGA-type threaded cylinder coupling. For
other cylinder connector types, refer to the Instructions for Use supplied with
the connector.
Fitting the cylinder
1. Check the threads of the cylinder valve port and the rst-stage regulator. Ensure that
the O-ring seal (Fig 5, Item 1) in the regulator is clean and undamaged.
2. Lay the apparatus horizontal, with the regulator uppermost, and fully extend the
cylinder strap.
3. Insert the cylinder through the loop of the strap, and align the valve with the regulator.
4. Lift the cylinder and backplate into the vertical position (supported on the end of the
cylinder opposite the valve).
5. Tighten the hand wheel of the regulator, using only the thumb and index nger, until
a denite metal-to-metal contact is felt. Do not use tools or over tighten.
6. Place the unit back into the horizontal position.
7. Take up the slack in the cylinder strap (Fig 6).
8. Pull the strap over the cylinder to operate the cam lock (Fig 7), and secure using
the Velcro fastening.
Removing the cylinder
1. Close the cylinder valve and press the front button (Fig 2, Item 2) to fully vent the
system.
2. Lay the apparatus horizontal, with the cylinder uppermost.
3. Remove the free end of the cylinder strap from the Velcro.
4. Lift the strap against the cam lock to release the buckle tension, and then loosen
the strap.
5. Disconnect the cylinder valve from the rst-stage regulator.
6. Lift the cylinder away from the regulator and remove the cylinder.
3.5.3 Functional testing
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WARNING
Failure of the breathing apparatus to meet any of the standards or parameters
described in the functional tests indicates a system fault. Report the fault to
trained service personnel or contact Dräger. Do not use the breathing apparatus
until the fault condition is rectied.
Assemble the breathing apparatus as described in the preparation for use (see
Section 3.1) before commencing any functional testing.
Leak test and whistle warning test
1. Press the reset button (Fig 2, Item 1) to switch off the positive pressure. Press and
rotate the bypass button (Fig 2, Item 3) to align the red spots and then release the
button to switch off the bypass.
2. Open the cylinder valve slowly, but fully, to pressurize the system. During
pressurization a momentary sounding of the whistle will occur.
3. Fully close the cylinder valve.
4. After 20 seconds, check the contents gauge and then reopen the cylinder valve. The
gauge must not show an increase in pressure of more than 300 psi. If the pressure
increase is more than 300 psi, investigate and repair the fault (see Section 4), and
then repeat the leak test.
5. Fully close the cylinder valve.
6. Cover the outlet port of the lung demand regulator with the palm of the hand and
press the front button (Fig 2, Item 2) to switch on the positive pressure.
7. Carefully lift the palm of the hand to very slowly vent the system until the whistle
activates, and observe the pressure displayed on the gauge.
8. The whistle must begin to sound in the range:
○2216 psi cylinder: 598 psi to 510 psi
○4500 psi cylinder: 1215 psi to 1035 psi
9. Continue to vent the system until it is fully exhausted.
10. Press the reset button (Fig 2, Item 1) to switch off the positive pressure.
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2 Description
2.1 Product overview
The Dräger PSS 5000 S Series is a self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) that
provides the wearer with respiratory protection using an open-circuit, pressure-demand,
compressed-air system. The apparatus can be used as a self contained system, or tted
with an airline connector which allows connection of a medium-pressure air supply for
SAR (supplied airline respirator) use.
2.2 Feature description
The carrying system has a carbon-composite backplate, with adjustable shoulder straps
and waist belt connected using quick release connectors. The waist pad is connected at
a exible joint to compensate for the twisting and bending of the user.
The pneumatic system uses the Dräger high-performance rst-stage regulator (Fig 1,
Item 4), which is available as a 2216 psi or 4500 psi version. The regulator reduces
cylinder pressure and supplies breathing air through a medium-pressure hose (Fig 1,
Item 5) and a quick coupling (Fig 1, Item 2) to an attached lung demand regulator. The
apparatus is tted with a mechanical pressure gauge (Fig 1, Item 1) that incorporates an
end-of-service-time indicator (EOSTI) whistle that sounds to warn the wearer that there is
low cylinder pressure (see Section 8 for the EOSTI activation pressures). A dual-pressure
hose (Fig 1, Item 3) supplies air to the whistle when it is activated, and has an internal
capillary tube that supplies high-pressure air from the cylinder to the gauge.
The air hoses are integrated into the backplate and held by hose clips on the shoulder
straps to prevent snagging and enhance protection.
2.2.1 Compressed-air cylinders, lung demand regulators and face masks
The PSS 5000 S Series is compatible with a range of compressed-air cylinders, lung
demand regulators and face masks (e.g. FPS 7000 face masks, Dräger lung demand
regulators, and Dräger aluminum or composite cylinders of 30 to 60 minute capacity).
Full descriptions and user instructions are contained in separate Instructions for Use
supplied with the cylinder, face mask or lung demand regulator.
2.2.2 Optional accessories
The breathing apparatus can be tted with the following optional Dräger accessories:
●An alternative rst-stage regulator with a Dräger Quick Connect Cylinder Coupling
is available. The quick coupling replaces the standard threaded cylinder coupling
on the rst-stage regulator to allow rapid connection and disconnection of the air
cylinder.
●An alternative rst-stage regulator with a RIC UAC (rapid intervention crew universal
air connection) or Dräger ChargAir coupling is available, and is used for relling the
air cylinder when it is connected to the breathing apparatus. Each is available as
a 2216 psi or 4500 psi version, and has a male quick coupling and pressure relief
valve. A RIC UAC coupling is on the rst-stage regulator, and a ChargAir coupling
is on a waist belt hose.
●An airline connector is an inlet connector which is used to connect a medium-
pressure air supply to the breathing apparatus for SAR (supplied airline respirator)
use.
Full descriptions and user instructions are contained in separate instructions supplied
with the accessory. Always refer to the accessory Instructions for Use when using the
PSS 5000 S Series with an accessory tted.
2.3 Intended use
The PSS 5000 S Series breathing apparatus, when tted with a cylinder, lung demand
regulator and face mask, is intended for use in applications where a high level of
respiratory protection is required. The assembled breathing apparatus provides the
wearer with respiratory protection for working in contaminated or oxygen-decient
conditions.
The cylinder, lung demand regulator, face mask and other accessories used with this
product must be certied Dräger components, assembled in an approved conguration,
otherwise the operation of the device may be impaired. Contact Dräger for further
information.
2.3.1 Limitation
This product is not approved to provide protection from military grade chemical,
biological, radiological, and nuclear hazards (CBRN). Do not attempt to use the product
for respiratory protection in CBRN environments.
2.4 Approvals
The Dräger PSS 5000 S Series is certied by NIOSH. The apparatus must only be used
in conjunction with compressed-air cylinders approved by NIOSH.
2.5 Explanation of marking and symbols
Refer to the relevant authority for explanation of approval body symbols and marking
on the equipment. Examples of other marking on component parts of the breathing
apparatus are:
BRAC-1359 – Month and year of manufacture
3356812 or R21034 – Dräger part number
SF – Standard force coupling
LF – Low force coupling

3361343 (A3-D-P)
PSS®5000 S Series
Self contained breathing apparatus Instructions for Use
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© Dräger Safety UK Limited
Edition 04 – October 2014 (Edition 01 – December 2012)
Subject to alteration
Manufacturer:
Draeger Safety UK Limited Tel [phone]
Ullswater Close, Riverside Business Park Fax [phone]
Blyth, NE24 4RG
United Kingdom Internet http://www.draeger.com
US Distributor:
Draeger Safety, Inc. Phone [phone]
101 Technology Drive Fax [phone]
Pittsburgh
PA15275 Internet http://www.draeger.com
4 Troubleshooting
The troubleshooting guide shows fault diagnosis and repair information applicable to
breathing apparatus users. Further troubleshooting and repair information is available in
Instructions for Use supplied with associated equipment.
Where the troubleshooting guide shows more than one fault or remedy, carry out repair
actions in the order that they appear in the table.
Contact service personnel or Dräger when the remedy information indicates a service
task, or if the symptom remains after all remedy actions have been attempted.
Symptom Fault Remedy
Face mask air leak Lung demand regulator
O-ring leaking
Renew or lubricate O-ring
Head straps not tight Tighten
Exhalation valve leak Service task
Speech diaphragm
defective
Service task
Unsatisfactory
communication
Speech diaphragm
defective
Service task
High-pressure air leak or
failed leak test
Loose or dirty connector Disconnect, clean and
reconnect couplings and
retest
Faulty hose or component Substitute user
replaceable accessories
and retest
Air leak from medium-
pressure hose connection
at regulator (safety relief
valve)
Faulty O-ring, retainer,
spring or rst-stage
regulator
Service task
Air leak from lung demand
regulator
Ice particles on sealing
elements
Press the front button
(Fig 3, Item 2), allow
a rush of air to pass
through the regulator,
then quickly press the
reset button (Fig 3,
Item 1) to switch off the
positive pressure.
Air leak from quick connect
cylinder coupling
Ice particles on sealing
elements
Disconnect then
reconnect the cylinder to
the breathing apparatus
(see the Quick Connect
Cylinder Coupling
Instructions for Use) and
retest
Lung demand regulator
allowing constant air ow
into the face mask
Bypass button engaged Turn off the bypass button
(Fig 2, Item 3)
Internal fault Service task
High or low medium
pressure
First-stage regulator fault Service task
Poor sounding whistle Whistle ute dirty Clean ute and retest
Whistle not functioning
correctly
Activation mechanism fault Service task
5.2.1 Manual cleaning of the breathing apparatus (USA)
Cleaning and disinfecting materials:
●Cleaning agent – 1008 Green Liquid Hand Dish Wash
●Disinfecting agent – 800 Spur-Tex Disinfectant Cleaner-Deodorant (concentration:
1.6 % (2  oz per gallon))
●Use only clean lint-free cloths.
1. Prepare cleaning solution as per manufacturer’s instructions. Clean the breathing
apparatus manually using a cloth moistened with cleaning solution to remove
excess dirt.
2. Prepare disinfecting solution as per manufacturer’s instructions. Apply to all internal
and external surfaces, ensuring that all surfaces remain visibly wet for 15 minutes.
3. Rinse all components thoroughly with clean water to remove all cleaning and
disinfecting agents.
4. Dry all components using a dry cloth, in a heated dryer or in air.
5. Contact service personnel or Dräger if disassembly of pneumatic or electronic
components is required.
5.2.2 Manual cleaning of the breathing apparatus (Canada)
Cleaning and disinfecting materials:
●Cleaning agent – mild soap solution
●Disinfecting agent – Neutral Disinfectant Cleaner (concentration: 0.5 % (0.5  oz per
gallon or 15 ml per 3.785 liters))
●Use only clean lint-free cloths.
1. Prepare cleaning solution as per manufacturer’s instructions. Clean the breathing
apparatus manually using a cloth moistened with cleaning solution to remove
excess dirt.
2. Prepare disinfecting solution as per manufacturer’s instructions. Apply to all internal
and external surfaces, ensuring that all surfaces remain visibly wet for 10 minutes.
3. Rinse all components thoroughly with clean water to remove all cleaning and
disinfecting agents.
4. Dry all components using a dry cloth, in a heated dryer or in air.
5. Contact service personnel or Dräger if disassembly of pneumatic or electronic
components is required.
5.3 Air cylinder charging
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WARNING
Air quality for compressed-air cylinders must conform to the minimum grade
requirements for Type 1 gaseous air as dened in the CGA Commodity
Specication for Air, G-7.1, Grade D or higher quality.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the cylinder and the charging apparatus for
recharging a compressed-air cylinder.
6 Storage
6.1 Storage preparation
●Extend the shoulder straps, waist belt and the head harness straps of the mask.
●For storage, place the face mask in a protective bag (contact Dräger for supply of
a suitable bag).
●Route rubber hoses in such a way that the bend radius is not too acute and the hose
is not stretched, compressed or twisted.
6.2 Storage conditions
●Store the apparatus between 5 and 77 °F (-15 and +25 °C). Ensure that the
environment is dry, free from dust and dirt, and does not subject the equipment to
wear or damage due to abrasion. Do not store in direct sunlight.
●Fix the breathing apparatus securely to any raised mounting point to prevent it from
falling.
7 Disposal
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with national or local regulations. When required,
dispose of other parts of the breathing apparatus, including electrical and electronic
equipment, in line with any national or local environmental regulations.
8 Technical data
Compressed-air cylinders:
●30 minute to 60 minute capacity
●2216 psi or 4500 psi pressure
●Aluminum or composite materials
Cylinder high-pressure connectors:
●2216 psi connector to CGA 346
●4500 psi connector to CGA 347
●2216 psi or 4500 psi quick connector with adaptor
Lung demand regulator to face mask connector:
●Dräger push-in connector
EOSTI warning – Activation commencement range:
●2216 psi cylinder: 598 psi to 510 psi
●4500 psi cylinder: 1215 psi to 1035 psi
9 Special instructions
9.1 SAR (supplied airline respirator) use
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WARNING
Air quality must conform to the statutory requirements.
Use of an airline connection by a second person (buddy-breather) voids NIOSH
approval.
The time required for the wearer to escape to a safe area must be within the
remaining breathing time of the cylinder, taking into account the remaining air
content in the cylinder and the breathing rate of the wearer.
Independent (SAR) air supplies must meet the following standards:
●Type 1 gaseous air as dened in: CGA Commodity Specication for Air, G-7.1,
Grade D or higher quality.
●Air supply pressure: 87 psi to 125 psi.
●Airline hose length: 5 feet to 300 feet (the total airline hose length must not use more
than 12 individual hoses).
●Airline ow rate: 550 liters/minute.
●Approved for use at temperatures above -25 °F (-31.7 °C).
An airline connector is required to connect an independent (SAR) air supply to the
breathing apparatus. The connectors available are Dräger inlet or combined connectors.
Full descriptions and instructions for using the breathing apparatus with an independent
(SAR) air supply are contained in separate instructions supplied with the airline connector.
Always refer to the airline connector Instructions for Use when using the PSS 5000 S
Series with an independent (SAR) air supply.
9.2 Cautions and limitations
D – Air-line respirators can be used only when the respirators are supplied with
respirable air meeting the requirements of CGA G – 7.1, Grade D or higher quality.
E – Use only the pressure ranges and hose lengths specied in the User’s Instructions.
I – Contains electrical parts that may cause an ignition in ammable or explosive
atmospheres.
J – Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death.
M – All approved respirators shall be selected, tted, used, and maintained in accordance
with MSHA, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
N – Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact replacement parts in the
conguration as specied by the manufacturer.
O – Refer to User’s Instructions and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and
maintenance of these respirators.
S – Special or critical User’s Instructions and/or specic use limitations apply. Refer to
User’s Instructions before donning.
S – Special or critical User's Instructions
●The EOSTI alarm set point of this SCBA is 25 ± 2 % of the rated cylinder pressure.
For the activation range see Section 8 (Technical Data).
●Approved for use at temperatures above -25 °F (-31.7 °C).
●When used as a combination SAR/SCBA (supplied airline respirator/self contained
breathing apparatus), not more than 20 percent of the air supply can be used during
entry.
●The independent (SAR) air supply must meet the following criteria: pressure 87 psi
to 125 psi; air ow rate at least 550 liters/minute.
●If the independent (SAR) air supply is disrupted or fails during SAR (supplied airline
respirator) use, you must proceed as directed in the airline connector Instructions
for Use.
RIC UAC Use (if tted)
●The RIC UAC must only be used to recharge a cylinder in an emergency situation.
●Use of RIC UAC should be by trained and competent personnel only.
●Do not use the RIC UAC coupling for a second person (buddy-breather).
●Do not use the RIC UAC coupling to transfer air from one compressed-air breathing
apparatus to another.
●Do not allow oil, grease or other contaminants to contact the RIC UAC coupling.
●Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the RIC UAC coupling.
●Caution: The secondary air supply pressure to the RIC UAC must not exceed the
maximum rated working pressure of the cylinder being lled.
●Caution: If the pressure relief valve of the RIC UAC is activated, the SCBA must be
returned to the nearest Dräger branch or agent.
●Caution: If a leak is detected while relling in a contaminated or oxygen-decient
gaseous atmosphere, stop relling and immediately leave the hazardous area.
ChargAir Use (if tted)
Refer to the ChargAir Instructions for Use (Dräger part number 3338078) when using the
PSS 5000 S Series with ChargAir tted.
10 Warranty information
Unless otherwise agreed between Dräger and the customer, the following shall apply
in the event of defects of the product in material or workmanship: The customer shall
contact the company where he bought the product (“Seller”). The warranty conditions
agreed between the customer and the Seller shall apply. The product must be used in
strict accordance with the Instructions for Use. Any use disregarding the Instructions for
Use may void warranty.
11 Contact details
Any issues with the equipment, including damage, malfunction, or failure of the breathing
apparatus that may present a hazard to the user should be reported to the distributor
(Draeger Safety, Inc.).
Contact with the certication organization may be reached at:
NIOSH, NPPTL – Phone [phone]
5 Maintenance
5.1 Maintenance table
Service and test the breathing apparatus, including out-of-use apparatus, in accordance with the maintenance table. Record all service details and testing. Refer also to the Instructions
for Use for the lung demand regulator, face mask and other associated equipment.
Additional inspection and testing may be required in the country of use to ensure compliance with national regulations.
Component/System Task After use Every
month
Every year Every
10 years
Complete apparatus Clean and disinfect (see Section 5.2) m
Visual inspection (see Section 3.5.1) m m
Functional testing (see Section 3.5.3) m m
Flow and static tests (see Note 1) m
Lung demand regulator Clean and disinfect (see Note 2 and Section 5.2) m
First-stage regulator Medium-pressure check (see Note 1) m
Sintered lter (see Note 1 and Note 3) m
High-pressure connector O-ring (see Note 1 and Note 4) m
Overhaul. Contact Dräger for the Repair Exchange (REX) service (see Note 5) m
Cylinder Charge to correct working pressure (see Section 5.3) m
Check charged pressure (stored cylinders only) m
Check test date of cylinder (carbon composite cylinders over 15 years old must be
retired) m
Recertication According to national regulations in the country of use
Cylinder valve Overhaul At the time of cylinder recertication
Notes
mDräger recommendations
1. These maintenance tasks may only be carried out by Dräger or trained service personnel. Details of the tests are contained in the Technical Manual which is issued to service
personnel that have attended a relevant Dräger maintenance course.
2. Lightly lubricate the O-ring of the lung demand regulator as required (recommended lubricant is Dow Corning 111 Valve Lubricant and Sealant). Products other than the
recommended lubricant are not tested and may damage the equipment.
3. Replace the sintered lter if a drop in rst-stage regulator performance is observed during a ow check or if it is visibly damaged.
4. Replace the high-pressure connector O-ring if it is found to leak during functional testing or if the O-ring is visibly damaged.
5. Where the breathing apparatus is subjected to a high level of use (in training establishments etc.), reduce the overhaul period for the rst-stage regulator. In these circumstances,
Dräger recommend that the overhaul frequency should be less than 5,000 applications of use. An application of use is dened as a single use of the fully assembled breathing
apparatus, where the user breathes from the air cylinder. It does not include system pressurization for pre-operational checks.
5.2 Cleaning and disinfecting
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CAUTION
Cleaning agents and disinfectants listed below are not manufactured by Dräger and have been reviewed only for compatibility when used to clean or disinfect the subject
Dräger product(s). Read and comply with all instructions for use provided by the manufacturers of such agents and disinfectants. Dräger expressly disclaims all responsibility
for any damage, personal injury or loss resulting from the use of such agents or disinfectants.
Do not exceed 86 °F (30 °C) for washing, disinfecting and rinsing solutions. Do not exceed 140 °F (60 °C) for drying, and remove components from the drying facility
immediately when dry. Drying time in a heated dryer must not exceed 30 minutes.
Do not immerse pneumatic or electronic components in cleaning solutions or water.
If water is trapped and then freezes inside the pneumatic system of the breathing apparatus (such as the lung demand regulator), operation will be impaired. Prevent any
liquid from entering and thoroughly dry the breathing apparatus after cleaning to prevent this from occurring.
Refer also to the Instructions for Use for the lung demand regulator, face mask and other associated equipment.