semmco HEAD 15 User manual

IFU19112013 - H15WS Issue 3b
© Semmco LPS Ltd 2015 –This document is not to be copied or reproduced without the permission of Semmco LPS Ltd
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET CARRY CASE
K02 Regenerative Device
For Short Term Use
Instruction Manual
CONTENTS
•IMPORTANT NOTICE
•INTENDED USE
•PRECAUTIONS
•PRIOR TO USE
•OPENING DEVICE
•DONNING DEVICE
•USAGE PICTOGRAMS
•USE
•AFTER USE
•STORAGE AND USAGE CONDITIONS
•RETURN CONDITIONS
•ORDERING INFORMATION
•PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
•TECHNICAL DATA
•EU DECLARATION
IMPORTANT NOTICE
1. The equipment should only be used for the purposes specified in this
manual.
2. All individuals involved in the use of the equipment must read and
understand the contents of this manual and have been trained by a
Semmco LPS Ltd certificated trainer.
3. All individuals involved with the training of the end user or
maintenance of this equipment must be authorised and certificated by
Semmco LPS Ltd.
4. The warranties made by Semmco LPS Ltd with the regard to this
product are void if the equipment is not used and serviced in
accordance with the instructions in this manual.
5. The warranties and conditions of sale of Semmco LPS Ltd are not to
be altered by the above recommendations.
INTENDED USE
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET is a short duration, oxygen breathing
device, which is intended for a single use for working activities(REF EN
145 for performance specification), in areas of:
•smoke
•toxic contamination and
•oxygen deficiency
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET is supplied in a Carry Case with a 15
minute duration. The apparatus, described in these Instructions for Use,
has been designed and tested in accordance with EN 13794, EN 145 and
EN 1146 where applicable to demonstrate compliance with the essential
safety requirements with PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Intrinsic safety
as per SIRA certificate Sira 04Y2057X.
Type examination performance by: SGS United Kingdom Ltd, Unit 202B,
Worle Parkway, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 6WA
(Notified Body Number 0120)
PRECAUTIONS
•The carrying case is anti-static and is therefore suitable for use in
explosive atmospheres.
•Due to the potential fire risk it is important to prevent the ingress of
flammable substances such as petrol, grease or solvents into the
device before and during operation.
•If the device is damaged there is a risk that flammable substances
may be ignited if they come into contact with the oxygen producing
chemical.
•Do not remove the device from the case until the equipment is
required for use. Doing so may reduce the protection afforded by the
device.
PRIOR TO USE
Check case to ensure:
•The case is not damaged.
•The security seal is still intact.
•The unit is within the expiry date.
•The vacuum pack is intact and the Indicator is not pink in colour.
•The equipment should not be used if these conditions are not
met.
OPENING DEVICE
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET CARRYING CASE
1. Open carrying bag by pulling webbing tag.
2. The lid will fall away to reveal vacuum pack.
3. Unfold tear strip, hold securely and rip open using red tear tab.
4. Pull firmly on the breathing protection device to remove from
vacuum pack. This action automatically activates the oxygen
generation into the breathing bag, commences the alarm self test
procedure and removes the two red sealing bungs from the
device. If these remain attached remove manually.
DONNING HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET
1. Unfold the hood, place fingers inside neck seal, inhale and pull
onto head.
2. Hold front port and adjust position of inner mask to ensure correct
fit, comfort and field of vision.
3. Exhale into mask and commence normal breathing.
NOTE:
•The action of removing the breathing device from the vacuum
bag automatically activates oxygen generation, the alarm self
test and removes the two red sealing bungs from the device.
The LED and alarm will sound for a few seconds to indicate it
is functioning correctly. In the unlikely event the alarm self
check is not activated, HEAD 15 WORKING SET remains safe
to use however no reliance should be placed on the alarm
timer. The two red rubber bungs are connected inside the bag
via a red lanyard, if for any reason the bungs stay attached to
the device when it has been removed from the bag they
should be removed from the device manually before donning
starts.
•Facial hair in the sealing area may cause leaks and can
seriously reduce the protection provided by the apparatus.
•The correct positioning of the inner mask is essential to
provide a face seal and prevent ingress of atmospheric
contaminants.
•Always follow training procedures. The hood must be
properly sealed before starting to use the equipment.
USAGE PICTOGRAMS
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET CC
USE
•Once activated and the correct function checked, the red LED’s
and audible warning will operate intermittently when two thirds
duration of the operating time has elapsed. This will change to the
constant mode when the stated duration is reached. This warning
will continue for a further period of approximately 5 minutes.
•When the warning device activates the constant mode, HEAD 15
WORKING/RESCUE SET should be removed as this indicates
that oxygen generation may be ending and that the device may no
longer be providing protection.
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR USERS
•Immediately the device is donned and a seal obtained
activities should commence in a calm manner. Do not
rush.
•Maintain a steady work rate to ensure regular breathing.
Rapid breathing uses more oxygen.
•During use the starter and oxygen generators will
increase in temperature and the air provided by this
device will be warm and dry and slight odours or tastes
may be detected. These are normal conditions and
indicate the device is functioning correctly.
AFTER USE
•Remove the hood immediately in a safe area, or when the warning
device indicates oxygen production may have ceased.
•The device can be returned to Semmco LPS Ltd for reclamation or
rework, see section on ‘RETURN CONDITIONS’.
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STORAGE AND USAGE CONDITIONS
The device can be stored for up to 12 years (after satisfactory inspections
at 6 years and 9 years are carried out by Semmco LPS Ltd). Official
regulations on inspection must be observed. For units which are routinely
carried, the following visual checks must be carried out daily.
•The carrying case must be free from damage.
•The security tag must be in place and un-damaged.
•The vacuum indicator must be blue.
If these conditions are not met the unit should not be used
and should be replaced with a new unit
RETURN CONDITIONS
The protective device contains potassium superoxide (K02) therefore
transportation hazard regulations apply when in transport. The devices can
only be transported by road or rail and should be returned in their original
transportation packaging and marked with the appropriate hazard
identification label. When returning damaged or used devices they must be
sealed in a plastic bag prior to placing in the transportation packaging.
The devices can be returned for disposal or rework to the Reclamation
Unit at the address below:
Semmco LPS Ltd
9 Kestrel Way, Goldsworth Trading Estate
Woking
Surrey
GU21 3BA
England
ORDERING INFORMATION
Description Part No.
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET CARRY CASE 802.001.10
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET –Rework on request
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET –6 & 9 year inspection on request
HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET –Reclamation on request
HEAD 15 –TRAINING SET CARRY CASE 802.001.25
HEAD 15 –ALARM TRAINER UNIT 802.001.26
Semmco LPS Ltd
9 Kestrel Way, Goldsworth Trading Estate
Woking
Surrey
GU21 3BA
England
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.semmco.com
e-mail: [e-mail]
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION –HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET
CARRY CASE
KEY
1 HEAD 15 WORKING/RESCUE SET IN VAC PACK
2 VACUUM INDICATOR
3 CARRY CASE
4 DATE AND SERIAL NUMBER LABEL
5 SECURITY TAG
KEY
1 OVER PRESSURE VALVE FITTED TO BACK OF HOOD
2 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
3 OXYGEN STARTER
4 RESERVOIR BAG
5 OXYGEN GENERATOR
6 SUPPLY TUBE
7 MASK AND HARNESS
8 WARNING LED
9 HEAT SINK
10 FRONT PORT
11 VISOR
12 HOOD
TECHNICAL DATA
•Inspiratory/expiratory resistance at 50L/min -5 to +7 mbar
•Temperature Inhaled gas < 50°C
•Breathing Bag Volume ≥8 litre
•CO² content (inhaled gas) < 2 vol%
•Operating time according to EN13794 15 minutes
•Weight with case 3kg
•Weight without case 1.6kg
•Case dimensions (mm) 335 x 300 x 165
•Temperature: Storage -30 to + 60°C
•Max surface temp < 100°C
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: Semmco LPS Ltd
9 Kestrel Way Goldsworth Trading Estate
Woking Surrey GU21 3BA
Under the sole responsibility of declares that the PPE described below
HEAD 15 Working Set –CC 802.001.10
1. Is in conformity with the PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and with the relevant
requirements of the appropriate sections of the harmonized standards
EN13794:2002, EN145:1998 for general specification and performance and
EN1146:2005 for the hood, it is deemed to meet the basic safety and health
requirements (Annex 11) of the Regulation.
2. Are identical to the PPE which is the subject of EU certification of conformity No.
GB19/963117 issued by
SGS United Kingdom Ltd
Systems & Services Certification
202B Worle Parkway, Weston-superMare,
BS22 6WA
3. Are subject to the procedures set out in PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 under the
supervision of the notified body SGS United Kingdom Ltd. NB0120
Signed:
Authorised Signatory –General Manager Semmco Group
On behalf of Semmco LPS Ltd
Issue: 03b Dated: January 2021
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