Tulmar 6485-001 User manual

MANUAL P/N 6485-005, REV C
USER MANUAL
ESSEX TRAINING PBE
P/N: 6485-001
6485-006
TULMAR SAFETY SYSTEMS Inc.
1123 Cameron Street
Hawkesbury, Ontario
Canada K6A 2B8
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.tulmar.com

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Table of Contents
1. Equipment Overview ............................................................................................................... 3
1.1. Product Description ............................................................................................................. 3
1.2. Parts and Features ............................................................................................................... 3
2. Safety Precautions................................................................................................................... 4
3. Operation................................................................................................................................. 4
3.1. Training Procedure............................................................................................................... 4
3.2. Disinfection .......................................................................................................................... 5
3.3. Rearming.............................................................................................................................. 5
4. Care and Basic Maintenance ................................................................................................... 6
4.1. Storage ................................................................................................................................. 6
4.2. Cleaning................................................................................................................................ 6
4.2.1. Disassembly .................................................................................................................. 6
4.2.2. Cleaning and Drying ...................................................................................................... 7
4.2.3. Reassembly ................................................................................................................... 7
4.2.4. Repairs .......................................................................................................................... 8
5. Components............................................................................................................................ 9
6. Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 10
6.1. Warranty Policy.................................................................................................................. 10
6.2. Limitations.......................................................................................................................... 10
6.3. Remedy .............................................................................................................................. 10

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1. EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
1.1. Product Description
The Essex training protective breathing equipment (PBE) is designed to look and feel like the real
device in order to train for emergencies. The training PBE includes actuation clips, simulated O2
cylinders, and a removable neck seal. The hood is similar in shape, colour, and weight to the OEM
PBE.
This PBE is designed with durable materials in order to withstand the wear and tear it will
experience during repeated use in a training environment. The actuation clips can be reset
without the need for tools, and the device can be completely dismantled for easy cleaning
between uses. Tulmar Safety Systems is also able to provide repairs to the textile portion of the
PBE and replace parts that experience wear through repeated use.
The two models differ only by their activation method; 6485-001 uses a pull ball activation,
whereas 6485-006 uses the Essex standard configuration.
The neck seal for this unit is available in latex free EPDM material or latex based variants.
1.2. Parts and Features
Visor
Figure 1: Front view of Essex training PBE

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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This device is intended only for training and simulation purposes under the supervision of a
trainer knowledgeable in its use, and will not provide protection from smoke inhalation or toxic
gases in the event of a real emergency. Do not block or cover ventilation holes during training
exercises.
3. OPERATION
3.1. Training Procedure
1. Open the re-useable pouch by tearing off the hook and loop strip at the top. If you do not
have the re-useable pouch, you can skip this step.
2. Remove the hood from its packaging and unfold.
3. Simulate the activation of the oxygen cylinders.
a. For the pull ball configuration
(6485-001), hold the hood in
one hand and pull sharply on
the red ball with the other.
This will cause the activation
clips to come free from the
simulated oxygen cylinders.
b. For the Essex standard
configuration (6485-006),
hold the two simulated
oxygen cylinders in separate
hands and pull them apart
sharply. This will cause the
activation clips to come free.
Figure 2: Bottom views of pull ball (Left) and standard Essex (Right) training PBEs
Neck Seal
Actuation
Clip
Cord
Simulated O
2
Generator

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4. Hold the smoke hood in front of you, stretching the neck seal open with both hands
(Figure 3).
Figure 3: Neck seal stretched open (Essex standard configuration shown)
5. Pull the smoke hood over your head, adjusting in place for comfort.
6. Once you are wearing the hood, follow your standard training procedure.
7. After your training exercise is complete, bend down and remove the device by grabbing
the back of the hood and pulling forwards off your head.
3.2. Disinfection
The neck seal and facial contact area in the front of the hood should be disinfected with alcohol
between uses in order to ensure the health of the trainees.
3.3. Rearming
The PBE should be rearmed in order to prepare for the next use.
For the pull ball configuration, attach one
clip to each simulated oxygen generator
(Figure 2).
For the Essex standard configuration, attach
the clips to the simulated oxygen generator
on the opposite side of the PBE (Figure 2).
Attach the clips as shown below (Figure 4).

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Figure 4: Rearming simulated oxygen cylinder
3.4. Repacking
The PBE should be folded in half and placed inside the re-usable pouch with the hook and loop
strip sealed along the top of the pouch to prepare for the next use. If you do not have the re-
usable pouch, you can skip this step.
4. CARE AND BASIC MAINTENANCE
4.1. Storage
The PBE should be stored in the re-usable pouch to protect it from damage, as described above. If
you do not have the re-usable pouch, the folded PBE can be placed in a 16” by 20” re-sealable plastic
bag.
4.2. Cleaning
4.2.1. Disassembly
1. Detach the cord from the hood by first removing the actuation clips from the simulated
oxygen simulators.
a. For the pull ball
configuration, undo the hitch
attaching the cord to the
front of the hood.
b. For the Essex standard
configuration, undo the two
split rings attaching the cord
to the sides of the hood.
2. Undo the hook and loop fastener and remove the two simulated O2cylinders.
3. Remove the neck seal by undoing the hook and loop fastener strip used to fasten it in
place.

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4.2.2. Cleaning and Drying
1. If any stains, oil, or grease are present, treat the affected area with a concentrated
solution of mild wash detergent to remove the stain. Thoroughly rinse with water before
cleaning the entire unit.
2. All components can be cleaned by hand with a solution of mild soap and water, rinsing
thoroughly with water.
3. Allow components to air dry fully.
IMPORTANT
Do not use bleach or other strong cleaning or disinfecting agent.
This can result in damages, discoloration and expedite degradation of the product.
4.2.3. Reassembly
Once completely dry, the unit can be reassembled.
1. Insert the neck seal into the opening and fasten the hook and loop fastener strip along its
perimeter. Be sure the hole in the neck seal is closest to the rear of the hood. Also ensure
the neck seal is positioned with the rubber or latex seal closest to the bottom of the hood
(Figure 5). Installing the neck seal in the wrong direction will cause it to detach when
attempting to don the hood.
Figure 5: Proper orientation of neck seal
2. Insert the ends of the two simulated O2generators with the shorter length of foam into
the cylindrical receptacles and close the hook and loop fastener tabs around the ends
with the longer length of foam in order to secure them to the bottom of the hood (Figure
6).

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Figure 6: Insertion of simulated O2generator
3. Attach the cord and activation clips to the hood.
a. For the pull ball
configuration, attach the cord
to the front of the hood using
a lanyard hitch knot.
b. For the Essex standard
configuration, attach the cord
to the two small fabric loops
at either side of the hood
using the split rings.
4. Rearm the simulated oxygen cylinders as described in 3.3.
4.2.4. Repairs
More thorough cleaning and/or repairs of the PBE are handled by Tulmar Safety Systems. Please
contact our customer service department for more information. See page 10 for contact
information.

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5. COMPONENTS
The following table lists components available for the Essex training PBE. If you are looking to
replace a part that is not listed below, please contact Tulmar Safety Systems.
Number
(Figure 7)Part No. Description
1 6412-001 Non-latex neck piece
Not shown 6412-NP Latex neck piece (by special order only)
Not shown 6445-001 Re-useable pouch
3 6485-003 Cord assembly with clips, pull ball
2 6485-004 Simulated O2assembly
4 6485-007 Cord assembly with clip, standard configuration (2 needed per PBE)
Table provided for reference only, information may change without notice.
1
3
2
4
Figure 7: Numbered components

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6. WARRANTY
6.1. Warranty Policy
Tulmar training PBEs are guaranteed for 90 days from the date of shipment to the customer
against defects in materials or workmanship. If a product is found to be defective within the
warranty period, the product will be repaired or replaced without charge for parts or labour.
Consult our complete standard warranty policy here:
https://www.tulmar.com/download/tulmar-warranty-policy/
6.2. Limitations
The warranty is limited to the original purchaser of a new product, and is valid only if the product
was purchased from Tulmar or an authorized distributor. This warranty does not cover routine
maintenance or damage resulting from the failure to maintain the product in accordance with
instructions provided in the User Manual. This warranty also does not cover damage during
transport of the product, ordinary wear and tear arising from use of the product, or damage that
may arise from accidental or intentional misuse or abuse, alteration or customization, or repair
by unauthorized persons.
6.3. Remedy
If a defect arises within the warranty period, contact Tulmar customer service at +1 (613) 632-
1282 or by email to avia[email protected] with the details of the issue and a copy of the original
purchase order. Product may only be returned after a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number is issued.
The cost and liability of delivering the damaged product to Tulmar or an authorized Tulmar repair
facility are the responsibility of the customer. The documentation, packaging and the enclosed
item must be clearly identified with the RMA number. Tulmar, at its sole discretion, will either
repair or replace the product with one of functional equivalence. Repaired or replacement
products will be returned to the customer’s original order destination on a carrier and service of
Tulmar’s choice.