MSA Multitest plus Console User manual

Operating Manual
Multitest plus Console and
Multitest plus Console 230 V
Order No. 10092330/00

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Thiemannstrasse 1
D-12059 Berlin
Germany
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MSA Declaration of Conformity
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Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer or his in the community established authorized representative
MSA AUER GmbH
Thiemannstrasse 1
D-12059 Berlin
declares that the product:
Multitest plus Console
is in conformance with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
EN 61000-6-2:2005 and EN 61000-6-3:2007
MSA AUER GmbH
Dr. Axel Schubert
R&D Instruments
Berlin, May 2009

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Declaration of Conformity MSA
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Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer or his in the community established authorized representative
MSA AUER GmbH
Thiemannstrasse 1
D-12059 Berlin
declares that the product:
Multitest plus Console 230 V
is in conformance with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
EN 61000-6-2:2005 and EN 61000-6-3:2007
We further declare that the product complies with the provisions of LVD Di-rective 2006/95/EC, with
the following harmonized norms or normative documentation:
EN 61010-1:2002-08
MSA AUER GmbH
Dr. Axel Schubert
R&D Instruments
Berlin, May 2009

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Contents
1 Safety Regulations ....................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Correct Use .......................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Liability Information .............................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Safety and Precautionary Measures .................................................................................... 7
2 Description ................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Scope of Delivery ................................................................................................................. 8
2.2 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Operating Elements ............................................................................................................. 9
2.4 Test Head .......................................................................................................................... 10
2.5 Test Head Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 11
3 Use ............................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Device Test ........................................................................................................................ 11
3.2 Activation ........................................................................................................................... 11
4 Testing Negative Pressure Devices ......................................................................................... 13
4.1 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test without Medium Pressure .................... 13
4.2 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test with Medium Pressure ......................... 14
4.3 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Opening Pressure ......................................................... 14
4.4 Medium Pressure – Tightness Test ................................................................................... 15
4.5 Mask - Tightness Test ........................................................................................................ 15
5 Testing Positive Pressure Devices ........................................................................................... 16
5.1 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test without Medium Pressure .................... 16
5.2 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test with Medium Pressure ......................... 17
5.3 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Closing Pressure .......................................................... 18
5.4 Medium Pressure – Tightness Test ................................................................................... 18
5.5 Mask - Tightness Test ........................................................................................................ 19
5.6 Mask - Opening Pressure of Exhalation Valve .................................................................. 19
6 Testing Chemical Protective Suit ............................................................................................. 20
6.1 Preparation ........................................................................................................................ 20
6.2 Stabilising the Chemical Protective Suit ............................................................................ 20
6.3 Chemical Protective Suit – Tightness Test ........................................................................ 21
6.4 Chemical Protective Suit – Valve Test ............................................................................... 21
7 Test Criteria for MSA Respiratory Protection Apparatus ....................................................... 22
8 Technical Data ............................................................................................................................ 22
9 Ordering Information ................................................................................................................. 23
9.1 Transition Adapters Mask / Lung Governed Demand Valves ............................................ 23
9.2 Transition Adapter for Chemical Protective Suit ................................................................ 24
9.3 Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 25

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Safety Regulations MSA
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1 Safety Regulations
1.1 Correct Use
The MSA test device Multitest plus Console and Multitest plus Console 230 V [hereinafter referred
to as test device] are designed for testing full face masks, lung governed demand valves and static
medium pressure of compressed breathing apparatus.
Chemical protective suits can be tested only with special adapters.
It is imperative that this operating manual be read and observed when using the product. In par-
ticular, the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use and operation of the product,
must be carefully read and observed. Furthermore, the national regulations applicable in the us-
er's country must be taken into account for a safe use.
Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compliance. This also
applies especially to unauthorised alterations to the product and to commissioning work that has
not been carried out by MSA or authorised persons.
1.2 Liability Information
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as in-
tended. The selection and use of the product are the exclusive responsibility of the individual op-
erator.
Product liability claims, warranties also as guarantees made by MSA with respect to the product
are voided, if it is not used, serviced or maintained in accordance with the instructions in this man-
ual.
Danger!
This product is supporting life and health. Inappropriate use, maintenance or servicing
may affect the function of the device and thereby seriously compromise the user's life.
Before use the product operability must be verified. The product must not be used if the
function test is unsuccessful, it is damaged, a competent servicing/maintenance has not
been made, genuine MSA spare parts have not been used.

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1.3 Safety and Precautionary Measures
The test device is built and tested in accordance with DIN 57411 Part 1/VDE 0411 Part 1, protec-
tion measures for electronic measuring equipment and was released from the factory in a perfectly
safe condition. In order to maintain this condition, and to ensure safe operation, the user must ob-
serve the instructions and warning notes which are contained in these instructions for use.
Connection to the Supply Voltage
Prior to switching on, please ensure that the set operating voltage and mains voltage on the test
device concur. The mains connector can only be connected to a socket with sealed contact. The
protective effect must not be removed by an extension without protective wire.
Protective Wire
Any disconnection of the protective wire, inside or outside the test device, or loosening of the pro-
tective wire connection, can make the test device dangerous. Intentional disconnection is not per-
mitted.
Opening Covers
When opening covers or removing parts, live parts may be exposed. Even connection points could
be live. The device must be disconnected from all voltage sources before adjustment, mainte-
nance, corrective maintenance or the replacement of parts.
If, after adjustment, maintenance or repairs on an opened live test device are unavoidable, these
may only be carried out by experts who are fully aware of the related hazards.
Fuses
Only the stipulated type of fuses with the given rated amperage can be used as a replacement.
Do not use patched fuses or short-circuit the fuse holder.
Errors and Unusual Stresses
If it is ascertained that safe operation is no longer possible, the test device must be shut down and
secured against unintentional switching on. Error recovery must be performed by the manufactur-
er's customer service or by qualified and authorised personnel.

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2 Description
2.1 Scope of Delivery
-Test device Multitest plus Console / Multitest plus Console 230 V
-Test head with stand base, clamp and filling line
-Test line with standard thread connector for mask tightness test
-Closing cap for exhalation valve of full face masks
-Closing cap for medium pressure line of lung governed demand valve
-Power cord [only Multitest Console 230 V]
-1 battery size D [only Multitest Console]
-Stopwatch
-Silicone spray
-User manual
2.2 Overview
The test device is designed for testing full face masks, lung governed demand valves and static
medium pressure of compressed air breathing apparatus.
Chemical protective suits can be tested only with special adapters.
The basic version of the device permits testing of negative pressure devices with standard thread
connector. With suitable accessories tests can also performed on positive pressure lung governed
demand valves and masks, as well as on chemical protective suits of various manufacturers.
Following tests are possible:
-Tightness test and opening pressure of exhalation valve of masks
-Tightness test, opening pressure and closing pressure of lung governed demand valves
-Static medium pressure of pressure reducer
-Tightness tests and valve test of protective suites
Power supply is realised:
-for test device Multitest plus Console by 1 battery and
-for test device Multitest plus Console 230 V by 230 V AC
To perform the tests a compressed air connection is not required. The compressed air required to
inflate the test head can be taken from a compressed air breathing apparatus or a compressed
air line.
The test pressures required for the tightness and function tests are generated by the pump built
into the case. They are indicated on the low pressure gauge.
The medium pressure of the compressed air breathing apparatus is indicated on the medium
pressure gauge.
Inflating of chemical protective suits or the test head is done with the push button of the filling line
which is equipped with a plug nipple that fits the safety plug-coupling.
The test head can be fixed on the work bench by means of a clamp.

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2.3 Operating Elements
Fig. 1 Test Device Multitest Console / Multitest Console 230 V
1 ON / OFF button [only 230 V] 7 Standard thread connector for lung governed
demand valve and test line
2 Pressure gauge [+/- 30 mbar] 8 Medium pressure coupling for lung governed
demand valve
3 Stop valve suction pump 9 Medium pressure connector for SCBA
4 Push button for pump 10 Battery compartment / Power cord connection
[Rear Side]
5 Pressure relief valve 11 Pressure gauge [16 bar]
6 Stop valve pressure pump
Fig. 2 Test Head Fig. 3 Test Line
1 Test head 1 Standard thread connector for lung governed
demand valve and test line
2 Pressure relief valve for test head 2 Mask test line
3 Push button valve 3 Standard thread connector for mask with peg
4 Clamp
2
34856
11
7 9
1
10
1243 1 32
For masks/lung governed demand valve that do not have a standard thread connector,
respective adapters are required [Æchapter 9]

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2.4 Test Head
In order to use the test head for optimum mask tests, it must be inflated to a normal size head
shape [ÆFig. 4].
This is done via the filling line that has a push button valve [ÆFig. 5] which can be connected to
a medium pressure supply source [e.g. medium pressure line of a compressed air breathing ap-
paratus]. Inflating the head is done by pushing the push button.
Fig. 4 Inflating the test head
Fig. 5 Push button valve
Inflating the test head
Procedure:
(1) Connect push button valve to medium pressure line.
(2) Close pressure relief valve of push button valve.
(3) Briefly activate push button to inflate the head. Observe that the head is not inflated too
much.
(4) In case it was inflated too much, reduce pressure with pressure relief valve.
(5) Disconnect push button valve from medium pressure line.
Attention!
If the test head is inflated excessively the rubber part can be damaged.
A Ideal head shape for mask tests
B Test head inflated insufficiently
C Test head inflated excessively
1 Pressure relief valve 3 Medium pressure line
2 Push button
AB C
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2.5 Test Head Maintenance
In order to protect the test head from premature ageing inflate test head only up to normal head
shape and protect against sun radiation.
In case it is not in use, keep the test head covered.
Once a week thoroughly spray the test head with silicone spray [Æchapter 9.3] and leave it on
overnight [uncovered].
3Use
3.1 Device Test
The required test criteria and intervals for tightness and function tests are specified in the operat-
ing manuals of each manufacturer and the respective European standards.
3.2 Activation
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To activate the test device connect the power supply and switch On the device [ON / OFF button]
and the device is ready for use.
Multitest plus Console
To activate the test device one battery Size D [Mono] is required. The battery compartment is built
into the right side of the test box inside the case or the back side of the console.
Proceed as follows to insert, resp. replace batteries.
Attention!
The specifications in the operating manual for the devices to be tested apply.
There are no differences for testing with Multitest plus Console and Multitest plus Con-
sole 230 V.
(1) Open cover of battery compartment by counter-clockwise rota-
tion with screw driver or coin.

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(2) Remove cover of battery compartment.
(3) Remove battery, if available.
Attention!
Observe the proper polarity of the battery.
(4) Insert or replace the battery.
(5) Attach cover on battery compartment.
(6) Close cover of battery compartment by clockwise rotation with
screw driver or coin.

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4 Testing Negative Pressure Devices
4.1 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test without Medium Pressure
Using Test Device Multitest plus Console
Negative Pressure Tightness Test
(1) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(2) Close connecting nipple of lung governed demand valve.
(3) Open valve lever “suction pump”.
(4) Push and hold the button for pump.
(5) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then close valve lever.
(6) Release button for pump.
(7) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure relief valve.
(8) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
Positive Pressure Tightness Test
(1) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(2) Close connecting nipple of lung governed demand valve.
(3) Open valve lever “pressure pump”.
(4) Push and hold the button for pump.
(5) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then close valve lever.
(6) Release button for pump.
(7) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure relief valve.
(8) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
Close the stop valves “suction pump” and “pressure pump“ before beginning any test
procedure.
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.
The tightness test includes a negative and a positive pressure tightness test.

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4.2 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test with Medium Pressure
4.3 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Opening Pressure
Attention!
Absolutely observe sequence!
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.
(1) Close valve levers “suction pump” and “pressure pump”.
(2) Disconnect lung governed demand valve from test con-
nector.
(3) Connect compressed air breathing apparatus to medium
pressure connector.
(4) Connect lung governed demand valve to medium pres-
sure adapter [case-version] or to medium pressure con-
nector at the test device [console].
(5) Open cylinder[s].
(6) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(7) Slowly open valve lever “pressure pump”.
(8) Push and hold the button for pump.
(9) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then
close valve lever quickly.
(10) Release button for pump.
(11) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure re-
lief valve.
(12) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
Attention!
Absolutely observe sequence!
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.
(1) Disconnect lung governed demand valve from test con-
nector.
(2) Connect compressed air breathing apparatus to medium
pressure adapter.
(3) Connect lung governed demand valve to medium pres-
sure adapter [case-version] or to medium pressure con-
nector at the test device [console].
(4) Open cylinder[s].
(5) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(6) Slowly open valve lever “suction pump”.
(7) Push and hold the button for pump.
(8) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.

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4.4 Medium Pressure – Tightness Test
4.5 Mask - Tightness Test
Attention!
Absolutely observe sequence!
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.
(1) Disconnect lung governed demand valve from test con-
nector.
(2) Connect compressed air breathing apparatus to medium
pressure connector.
(3) Connect lung governed demand valve to medium pres-
sure coupling.
(4) Open cylinder[s].
(5) Wait until pressure has stabilised.
(6) Close cylinder[s].
(7) Briefly release pressure with lung governed demand
valve.
(8) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
(1) Fit mask onto the test head.
(2) Connect test line to test device and mask [connector with
peg into mask].
(3) Open valve lever “suction pump”.
(4) Push and hold the button for pump.
(5) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then
close valve lever.
(6) Release button for pump.
(7) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure re-
lief valve.
(8) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.

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5 Testing Positive Pressure Devices
5.1 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test without Medium Pressure
Using Test Device Multitest plus Console
Negative Pressure Tightness Test
(1) Switch off positive pressure.
ZThe lung governed demand valve is in standby position.
(2) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(3) Close connecting nipple of lung governed demand valve.
(4) Open valve lever “suction pump”.
(5) Push and hold the button for pump.
(6) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then close valve lever.
(7) Release button for pump.
(8) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure relief valve.
(9) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
Close the stop valves “suction pump” and “pressure pump“ before beginning any test
procedure.
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.
Attention!
Switch off positive pressure.
When the positive pressure is not switched off, you will unintendedly set air free.
Choose correct Transition Adapter lung governed demand valve from chapter 9.1.
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Positive Pressure Tightness Test
(1) Switch off positive pressure.
ZThe lung governed demand valve is in standby position.
(2) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(3) Close connecting nipple of lung governed demand valve.
(4) Open valve lever “pressure pump”.
(5) Push and hold the button for pump.
(6) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then close valve lever.
(7) Release button for pump.
(8) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure relief valve.
(9) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
5.2 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Tightness Test with Medium Pressure
Attention!
Absolutely observe sequence!
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.
(1) Disconnect lung governed demand valve from test con-
nector.
(2) Switch off positive pressure.
Z The lung governed demand valve is in standby position.
(3) Connect compressed air breathing apparatus to medium
pressure connector.
(4) Connect lung governed demand valve to medium pres-
sure coupling at the test device.
(5) Open cylinder[s].
(6) Connect lung governed demand valve to test connector.
(7) Open valve lever “pressure pump”.
(8) Push and hold the button for pump.
(9) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then
close valve lever quickly.
(10) Release button for pump.
(11) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure re-
lief valve.
(12) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.

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5.3 Lung Governed Demand Valve – Closing Pressure
5.4 Medium Pressure – Tightness Test
(1) Disconnect lung governed demand valve from test con-
nector.
(2) Switch on positive pressure.
ZThe lung governed demand valve is in positive pres-
sure position.
(3) Close connector of lung governed demand valve with the
palm of the hand.
(4) Connect lung governed demand valve to medium pres-
sure adapter [case-version] or to medium pressure con-
nector at the test device [console].
(5) Connect compressed air breathing apparatus to medium
pressure adapter.
(6) Open cylinder[s].
ZExhaust port in direction of transition adapter.
(7) Connect lung governed demand valve to transition
adapter.
(8) Briefly release pressure with pressure relief valve for
about 15 s.
(9) After 15 s close the pressure relief valve.
(10) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
Attention!
Absolutely observe sequence!
Otherwise your test result can be incorrect or you may damage the test device.

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5.5 Mask - Tightness Test
5.6 Mask - Opening Pressure of Exhalation Valve
(1) Disconnect lung governed demand valve from test con-
nector.
(2) Switch off positive pressure.
ZThe lung governed demand valve is in standby position.
(3) Connect lung governed demand valve to medium pres-
sure adapter [case-version] or to medium pressure cou-
pling at the test device [console].
(4) Connect compressed air breathing apparatus to medium
pressure adapter [case-version] or to medium pressure
coupling at the test device [console].
(5) Connect medium pressure adapter to test connector.
(6) Open cylinder[s].
(7) Wait until pressure has stabilised.
(8) Close cylinder[s].
(9) Briefly release pressure with lung governed demand
valve.
(10) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
Choose correct Transition Adapter lung governed demand valve from chapter 9.1.
(1) Fit mask onto the test head.
(2) Connect test line to test device and mask [connector with
peg into mask].
(3) Open valve lever “suction pump”.
(4) Push and hold the button for pump.
(5) Set to slightly above required test pressure and then
close valve lever.
(6) Release button for pump.
(7) Slowly adjust pressure to test pressure with pressure re-
lief valve.
(8) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.
(1) Fit mask onto the test head.
(2) Connect test line to test device and mask [connector with
peg into mask].
(3) Open valve lever “pressure pump”.
(4) Push and hold the button for pump.
(5) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.

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6 Testing Chemical Protective Suit
6.1 Preparation
6.2 Stabilising the Chemical Protective Suit
For testing chemical protective suits special accessories may be necessary.
For detailed information see chapter 9.2 and operating manual of the manufacturer.
(1) Spread out chemical protective suit on suitable place.
e.g. work bench or clean floor
(2) Remove all angled prechambers.
(3) Remove all exhalation valve discs.
(4) Connect test line to exhalation valve.
(5) Connect test line with test device.
(6) Connect filling line.
(7) Close all remaining exhalation valves.
Attention!
Do not exceed the required stabilizing pressure since the seams and the glued sections
of the suit may be damaged.
(1) Connect test line to test device.
(2) Connect push button valve of filling line to a clean com-
pressed air source
e.g. compressed air breathing apparatus, pressure re-
ducer, etc.
(3) Set the stabilising pressure with the push button valve.
Stabilise according to manufacturer instructions.
(4) Measure according to manufacturer instructions.