Dräger PAS Colt Series User manual

3359634 (A3-D-P)
PAS Colt Series with PAS ASV (Automatic Switch-over Valve)
Combination escape SCBA/airline SAR respiratory protection equipment Instructions for Use
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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 purge
button(Fig1,Item2)toallowarushofairtopassthroughthelungdemand
regulatorandthenquicklypresstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)toswitchoff
the positive pressure. 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.
3.1 Preparation for use
3.1.1 Visual inspection
Carry out a visual inspection, checking 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.
3.1.2 Fitting the cylinder
1. Ensure that the cylinder is fully charged, with the pointer of the cylinder pressure
indicator inside the green area.
2. Check that the threads of the valve port and the regulator handwheel are undamaged,
and the O-ring is in position and undamaged.
3. Fully insert the cylinder into the carrying holster.
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CAUTION
To prevent damage, ensure that the cylinder remains clear of the handwheel of
therst-stageregulatorwhileinsertingthecylinder.
1. Align the cylinder with the regulator and tighten the handwheel hand tight (Fig 4).
2. Pull the anti-vibration strap over the top of the cylinder valve (Fig 5).
3.1.3 Functional testing
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WARNING
 If the breathing apparatus fails to meet any of the standards or parameters
described in the functional tests, or if an immediate leak is evident, there is 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.
Leak test
1. Ensure that the pointer of the cylinder pressure indicator is inside the green area.
2. Presstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)ofthelungdemandregulatortoswitchoffthe
positive pressure.
3. Open the cylinder valve slowly, but fully, to pressurize the system and then close the
valve.Thereshouldbenoaudibleleak.Ifthereisanyleak,investigateandrepairthe
leakbeforeuse.Ifnecessary,useasoapysolutiontolocatetheleak.
4. Pressthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)toventthesystem.
Airline ow test (only required for airline use)
1. Presstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)ofthelungdemandregulator,andthencheck
that the cylinder valve is closed.
2. Connect the independent air supply to the male coupling (Fig 2, Item 3). If the
independent air supply has a shut-off valve, open the valve.
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WARNING
 Donotdirecttheairowontotheface,eyesorskin.
3. Pressthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)for3to5seconds.Anunobstructedairow
shouldowfromtheoutletofthelungdemandregulator.
4. Isolateanddisconnecttheindependentairsupply.
5. Pressthepurgebutton (Fig1, Item2)toventthesystemandthenpressthereset
button(Fig1,Item1)toswitchoffthepositivepressure.(ThePASASVwhistlewill
momentarily sound at the switch-over pressure of the automatic switch-over valve.)
3.1.4 Putting on the PAS Colt (ready position)
Refer also to Fig 2 which shows the PAS Colt worn in the ready position.
1. Ensure that the pointer of the cylinder pressure indicator is inside the green area.
2. Open the waist belt buckle and fully extend the waist and shoulder strap.
3. Place the left arm through the shoulder harness, taking the harness over the head
and on to the right shoulder, positioning the strap diagonally across the body with the
cylinder positioned against the left hip.
4. Loop the waist belt around the waist and fasten the buckle – do not tighten.
5. Grip the cylinder valve with the left hand and lift until the waist belt is in line with the
waist. Then tighten the waist belt strap until the equipment is secure and comfortable
on the waist. Pull down to adjust the shoulder strap.
6. InspectthefacemaskasdenedintherelevantInstructionsforUse.
7. Check that the face mask port and the regulator O-ring are clean and undamaged.
8. Remove the lung demand regulator from the holder and press it into the port of the
face mask until it latches in position. Check the attachment by gently attempting to pull
the coupling apart.
9. Put the neck strap of the face mask over the head, and then insert the neck strap stud
into the hole in the centre strap of the head harness.
3.2 During use
This variant of the PAS Colt Series can be used for combination (escape/airline) use or
purely for escape use. For combination use the face mask is worn during the task; and
for escape use the PAS Colt is worn in the ready position until an escape is necessary.
Depending on the intended use, refer to the relevant procedures from the following:
● Forcombination(escape/airline)use,seeSection3.2.1
● Forescapeuseonly,seeSection3.2.2
3.2.1 Combination (escape/airline) use
Putting on the face mask
1. Presstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)ofthelungdemandregulatortoswitchoffthe
positive pressure.
2. Connect the independent air supply to the male coupling (Fig 2, Item 3). If the
independent air supply has a shut-off valve, open the valve.
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WARNING
 Correct t of the face mask can only be achieved if the complete face mask
seal makes contact with skin. Head hair, facial hair (including beard stubble and
sideburns), earrings, other facial piercings and normal spectacles will interfere
with the face mask seal and are not permitted in the sealing area. Additionally,
headhairthatcouldaffectthefacemaskt(buns,pony-tails,hairpieces,etc.)is
not permitted.
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 ReferalsotothefacemaskInstructionsforUse.
3. Detach the neck strap stud from the center strap of the head harness.
4. Spread the head harness (Fig 6). Place the chin into the chin cup of the face mask and
pull the harness over the head locating the harness center plate on back of the head.
5. Referring to Fig 7, tighten both lower (1) and then upper straps (2) evenly towards
backofthehead.Ifnecessary,tightenthecenterstrap(3).Thewearer’srstinhalation
after achieving a face seal will automatically switch on the air supply into the face
mask.
6. Check that the head has a full range of movement without pulling against the regulator
hose.Ifanyresistancetomovementisfelt,readjustthehoseroutingandthenrecheck.
Ifresistanceisstillfelt,donotusethebreathingapparatusandcontactDräger.
Function check
1. Isolate the independent air supply (close the valve or disconnect) and breathe
normally to empty the system of air. When empty, the face mask should hold on to the
facetoindicateapositiveseal.(ThePASASVwhistlewillmomentarilysoundatthe
switch-over pressure of the automatic switch-over valve.)
2. Immediatelyreapplytheindependentairsupplyandbreathenormally.
3. Inhaleandholdyourbreath–thereshouldbenoaudibleleak.Ifaleakisdetected,
readjust the head harness and retest.
4. Recommencebreathing–exhaledairshouldoweasilyoutoftheexhalationvalve.
5. Momentarilypressthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)tocheckforadditionalairow.
When the function check has been satisfactorily completed, open the PAS Colt cylinder
valve, breathe normally and proceed to the working area.
Escape procedure (independent air supply failure)
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WARNING
During supplied airline respirator (SAR) use, the PAS Colt cylinder valve remains
open.TheescapedurationstartsfromthetimethatthePASASVwhistlesounds.
 Drägerstronglyadvisethatthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)isnotusedduringan
escape.Usingthepurgebuttonwoulduseairfromthecylinderandreducethe
time available for escape.
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NOTICE
 Duringairlineuse,thePASASVwhistlesoundstoindicatethattheindependent
airsupplyhasfallenbelowtherequiredpressure.Ifthewhistlesoundsandthen
stops before the escape procedure is started, the air supply pressure could have
beenrestored.Thewearermustconrmthatthecorrectpressure(87to125psi)
is available, or escape as described below.
Iftheindependentairsupplyfails,breathenormallyandimmediatelyproceedasfollows:
1. Disconnect the independent air supply from the PAS Colt.
2. Immediatelyleavethehazardousareabytheshortestandsafestescaperoute.
The wearer must be in a safe area before the air cylinder is empty. When in a safe area,
remove the lung demand regulator from the face mask if necessary and continue to
breathe normally.
3.2.2 Escape use only (putting on the face mask and escaping)
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WARNING
 Correct t of the face mask can only be achieved if the complete face mask
seal makes contact with skin. Head hair, facial hair (including beard stubble and
sideburns), earrings, other facial piercings and normal spectacles will interfere
with the face mask seal and are not permitted in the sealing area. Additionally,
headhairthatcouldaffectthefacemaskt(buns,pony-tails,hairpieces,etc.)is
not permitted.
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 ReferalsotothefacemaskInstructionsforUse.
1. Presstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)ofthelungdemandregulatortoswitchoffthe
positive pressure.
2. Open the cylinder valve (counterclockwise) slowly, but fully, to pressurize the system.
3. Detach the neck strap stud from the center strap of the head harness.
4. Spread the head harness (Fig 6). Place the chin into the chin cup of the face mask and
pull the harness over the head locating the harness center plate on back of the head.
5. Referring to Fig 7, tighten both lower (1) and then upper straps (2) evenly towards back
ofthehead.Ifnecessary,tightenthecenterstrap(3).Thewearer’srstinhalationafter
achieving a face seal will automatically switch on the air supply into the face mask.
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WARNING
 Thedurationofthecylinderairbeginsfromthetimeoftherst-breathactivation
of the lung demand regulator.
 Drägerstronglyadviseagainstusingthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)duringan
escape.Usingthepurgebuttonwoulduseairfromthecylinderandreducethe
time available for escape.
6. Immediatelyleavethehazardousareabytheshortestandsafestescaperoute.
The wearer must be in a safe area before the air cylinder is empty. When in a safe area,
remove the lung demand regulator from the face mask if necessary and continue to breathe
normally.
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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 recommends 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.
● Before occupational use of this respirator a written respiratory protection
program must be implemented meeting all the local government requirements.
IntheUnitedStatesemployersmustcomplywithOSHA29CFR1910.134which
includesmedicalevaluation,training,andttesting.
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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Indicatesadditionalinformationonhowtousetheproduct.
2 Description
2.1 Product overview
This variant of the Dräger PAS Colt Series provides respiratory protection for working
in a contaminated environment using an airline (supplied airline respirator – SAR), or
escaping from a contaminated environment using the air cylinder (self-contained breathing
apparatus – SCBA).
The features of the equipment are:
● Thecarryingsystemisabandoliershoulderharnessandwaistbelt.
● Thelungdemandregulator(LDR)hasaresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)thatswitchesoff
theairowthroughtheregulator,andapurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)thatcanbeused
todeliveranadditionalairowintothefacemaskwhenrequiredbythewearerduring
airlineuse.Theholder(Fig2,Item1)providesastowagepointtoprotecttheregulator
couplingandO-ringagainstdamagewhenitisnotttedinthefacemask.
● Therst-stageregulator(Fig2,Item2)hasananti-vibrationstrapttedthatisuseto
prevent loosening of the connector handwheel.
● The Dräger PAS ASV (Fig 2, Item 4) allows the PAS Colt to be used with an
independent air supply such as a factory airline or other breathing air supply (e.g.
Dräger PAS AirPack). See Section 2.1.1 for a detailed description.
● Theairlineconnector(Fig2,Item 3) is a male coupling that is used to connectan
independent air supply for supplied airline respirator (SAR) use.
● The hip-mounted cylinder holster has a dropdown facility that can assist wearer
movement by making the cylinder and holster more manoeuvrable (in a conned
space for example).
● Theremainingpressureintheaircylinderisshownonacontentsindicator on the
cylinder.
● Athighstrapisavailableasanaccessory.
2.1.1 PAS ASV
ThePASASV(Fig2,Item4)isaswitch-overvalvethatautomaticallyswitchesbetweenan
airline supply and the PAS Colt air cylinder, maintaining an uninterrupted air supply to the
wearerduringswitching.Thereisawhistle(Fig3,Item1)ontheASVthatsoundstowarn
the wearer that the independent air supply has fallen below the required pressure.
Refer to Fig 3
AL(airline)   Inputfromanindependentairsupply.
BA(breathingapparatus) InputfromthePASColtaircylinder.
LDV(lungdemandvalve) Outputtothelungdemandregulator.
Operation
During airline use, the PAS Colt is connected to a breathing-quality independent air supply
andthePASColtcylindervalveisopen.ThePASASVusestheindependentairsupply
as the primary supply of breathing air to the wearer, and the PAS Colt air cylinder as the
escapesupply.Iftheindependentairsupplypressureremainsaboveapresetpressure,
the wearer breathes from the independent air supply.
Iftheindependentairsupplypressurefallsbelowthepresetswitchinglevel,thePASASV
automaticallyswitchestosupplythewearerfromtheaircylinder,andthePASASVwhistle
sounds. The wearer disconnects the independent air supply and then escapes to a safe
area breathing from the cylinder. The time available for the escape is dependent on the
capacity (volume) of the cylinder and the breathing rate of the wearer.
● Iftheindependentairsupplypressurerecovers(increasesabovethepresetswitching
level)before itisdisconnected, thePASASVswitchesback totheindependent air
supply and the whistle stops.
● If the independent air supply is disconnected, or falls to a very low pressure, the
whistle stops.
Seethetechnicaldata(Section9)forthePASASVoperatingpressures.
2.2 Intended use
When this product is used with an approved face mask, air cylinder and independent air
supply, it provides the wearer with respiratory protection for working in, or escaping from,
contaminatedoroxygen-decientconditions.Itisintendedforuseinapplicationswherea
highlevelofrespiratoryprotectionisrequired,includingIDLH(immediatelydangerousto
life and health) atmospheres.
Theaircylinder,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.Itisessentialthatushingandnon-ushingfacemasksand
lungdemandregulatorsshouldnotbemixed(i.e.onlyaushing-typefacemaskshouldbe
usedwithaushing-typelungdemandregulator).ContactDrägerforfurtherinformation.
2.3 Limitations on use
ThisproductisnotapprovedforuseinCBRNapplications.
2.4 Approvals
The PAS Colt Series of combination escape/airline respiratory protection equipment
conformstotherequirementsofNIOSH.Thisproductisapprovedforuseasasupplied
airline respirator (SAR) and as a self-contained escape respirator, and must only be used
inconjunctionwithcompressed-aircylindersapprovedbyNIOSH.
3 Use
!
WARNING
The time required to allow the wearer to escape to a safe area must be within
the capacity (volume) of the cylinder selected, taking into account the breathing
rate of the wearer. When selecting the type and duration of escape equipment it
is essential to consider the potential hazards, and probable escape routes.
The cylinder and airline air quality shall meet the requirements for breathing air
according to CGA G-7.1 Grade D or higher quality.
Before using airline equipment, ensure that the independent air supply meets the
airqualityrequirements,andcomplieswiththepressure,owandhoselength
requirements in the technical data (see Section 9), and has been issued with a
permit for use if necessary.

3359634 (A3-D-P)
PAS Colt Series with PAS ASV (Automatic Switch-over Valve)
Combination escape SCBA/airline SAR respiratory protection equipment Instructions for Use
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5.3 Cleaning and disinfecting
!
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 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.
5.3.1 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.
5.3.2 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.
6 Storage
● Storetheequipmentbetween5°Fand77°F(-15°C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theequipmentindirectsunlight.Notealso
the following:
● Extend the shoulder strap, the waist belt and the head harness straps of the face
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.
● Fixtheapparatussecurelytoanyraisedmountingpointtopreventitfromfalling.
7 NIOSH 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.
7.1 S – Special or critical user’s instructions
● Approvedforuseattemperaturesabove+14°F(-10°C).
● During supplied airline respirator (SAR) use, the PAS Colt cylinder valve remains
open.Iftheindependentairsupplyfails,immediatelydisconnecttheindependentair
supply, and proceed to fresh air.
● Theindependentairsupplymustmeetthefollowingcriteria:
 ○ Airlinepressureandow requirements: pressure 87 to125psi;airow rate at
least 550 liters/minute.
 ○ Airlinehoserequirements:5feetto300feetofDrägerapprovedhose.(Important
note: The airline hose must not be made up of more than 12 individual hoses.)
8 Disposal
When required, dispose of the PAS Colt in accordance with national or local regulations
for waste disposal.
9 Technical data
● Highpressureconnection:upto3000psi,connectiontoCGA346.
● Lungdemandregulatortofacemaskconnection:push-inconnector.
● Compressed-aircylinder:cylindersareavailableinaluminiumorcompositematerials
(contact Dräger for full details). Cylinders from Dräger are supplied fully charged.
● Independentairsupply:
 ○ Airlinepressureandow requirements: pressure 87 to125psi,airow rate at
least 550 liters/minute.
 ○ Airlinehoserequirements:5feetto300feetofDrägerapprovedhose.(Important
note: The airline hose must not be made up of more than 12 individual hoses.)
● PASASVoperation(airlinepressure):
 ○ Whistleactivatesandswitch-overoccursintherange:50to80psi.
 ○ Whistleceasesintherange:25to0psi.
10 Contact details
Any issues with the equipment, including damage, malfunction, or failure of the
breathing apparatus that may present a hazard to Dräger US Customer Service –
Phone [phone].
Contactwiththecerticationorganizationmaybereachedat:
NIOSH,NPPTL–Phone1-412-386-4000
3.2.3 Dropdown cylinder holster
● Toreleasethedropdowncylinderholster:
a. Hold the cylinder valve with the left hand and, with the right hand, press and hold the red button to open the locking mechanism (Fig 8).
b. Lift the cylinder and holster clear of the locking mechanism and then release the red button (Fig 9).
 c. Lowerthecylinderuntilitissupportedbytheharnessstraps(Fig10).Theholsterisheldbytwoharnessstraps,onexedandoneadjustable.
d. Hold the cylinder valve to move the cylinder and holster as required.
● Toreconnectthedropdowncylinderholster,alignandpresstherollerontheholsterintothelockingmechanism.
3.3 After use
!
WARNING
Do not remove the equipment until in safe area, clear of hazard.
!
CAUTION
Do not drop or throw down equipment as damage could occur.
1. Loosenthefacemaskstraps.Asthesealbetweenthefacemaskandthefaceisbroken,presstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)toswitchoffthepositivepressure.Removetheface
mask and fully extend all of the straps of the head harness.
 ○ Afterairlineuse–isolateanddisconnecttheindependentairsupplyfromthePASColt,andthenclosethecylindervalve.Retthecapontotheairlineconnector.
 ○ Afteranescape–closethecylindervalve.
2. Pressthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)tofullyventthesystem.
3. Removethelungdemandregulatorfromthefacemaskandstowitintheholder(Fig2,Item1).
4. Unbucklethewaistbelt,lifttheshoulderstrapbuckletoloosentheharnessandthenremovetheequipment.
5. Carry out the after use maintenance tasks in the maintenance table (see Section 5.1).
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(e.g.facemask).
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
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therst-stageregulator(safetyreliefvalve)
FaultyO-ring,retainer,springorrst-stage
regulator
Service task
High or low medium pressure First-stage regulator fault Service task
Poor sounding whistle Whistle dirty Cleanwhistleuteandretest
Whistle not functioning correctly Activation mechanism fault Service task
Air leak from lung demand regulator Iceparticlesonsealingelements Pressthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)toallowarushofairtopassthroughthe
lungdemandregulatorandthenquicklypresstheresetbutton(Fig1,Item1)to
switch off the positive pressure.
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.
Daily check–IfthePASColtisheldinaready-for-usecondition,checkdailythatthepointerofthecylinderpressureindicatorisinsidethegreenarea.Chargethecylinderifitisinthe
red area (see Section 5.2.2).
Component/ System Task After use Every
month
Every year Every 10
years
Complete apparatus Clean and disinfect (see Section 5.3) m
Visualinspection(seeSection3.1.1) m m
Functional testing (see Section 3.1.3) m m
Flowandstatictests(seeNote1) m
Lung demand regulator Cleananddisinfect(seeNote2andSection5.3) m
First-stage regulator Medium-pressurecheck(seeNote1) m
Inspectthesinteredlter(seeNote1andNote3) m
Inspectthe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 cylinder to correct working pressure (see Section 5.2.2) 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 Maintenance tasks
5.2.1 Removing the cylinder
!
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.
1. Closethecylindervalveandpressthepurgebutton(Fig1,Item2)tofullyventthesystem.
2. Remove the anti-vibration strap from the cylinder valve (Fig 5).
3. Disconnectthecylindervalvefromtherst-stageregulator.
4. Carefullyremovethecylinderfromtheholster.Topreventdamage,ensurethatthehandwheeloftherst-stageregulatorremainsclearofthecylinder.
5.2.2 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CGA(CommoditySpecicationforAir)G-7.1
Grade D or higher quality.
 Ifthebreathingairmoisturecontentexceedsrecommendedlevels,iceparticlescanform,reducingorblockingairow.Watercontentofthebreathingairinanycontainermust
be checked.
● Referalsototheinstructionssuppliedwiththecylinderandthechargingunitforrechargingthecylinder.
● Onlychargecompressed-aircylinderswhich:
 ○ Conformtonationalstandards.
 ○ Featuretheoriginalmanufacturer’stestdateandtestmark.
 ○ Havenotexceededthetestdateindicatedonthecylinderbythelasttestingstation.
 ○ Arenotdamaged.
● Topreventingressofmoistureintothecylinder,ensurethatthecylindervalveremainscloseduntilconnectedtothechargingunit.
● Rechargetotheratedworkingpressureofthecylinder.Drägerrecommendachargerateof300psi/minute.Rapidchargingwillincreasethetemperatureresultinginanincomplete
charge. Recheck at ambient temperature and top up the charge if required.
● Topreventoverchargingofthecylinder,Drägerrecommendusingapressure-limitingdeviceonthechargingcompressor.
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