Inspecting The Ric/Uac Connection - 3M SCOTT AIR-PAK X3 PRO Inspection & Cleaning Instructions

INSPECTING THE RESPIRATOR
Cylinder valve with Snap-Change connector
CAUTION
Do not use tools to close the cylinder valve. Over-tightening the cylinder valve may cause damage that could
result in air leaking from the cylinder.
4 Check the cylinder pressure gauge. If the cylinder is less than full, replace it with a fully charged cylinder.
For information about charging cylinders, see the current revision of Safety Precautions for Air-Pak Cylinders (P/N
89080-01).

Inspecting the RIC/UAC Connection

3M Scott Air-Pak X3 Pro respirators are fitted with a Rapid Intervention Crew/Company Universal Air Connection
(RIC/UAC) system to provide emergency replenishment of an approved SCBA breathing air supply cylinder from an
approved air supply source.
To inspect the RIC/UAC connection
1 Remove the dust cap from the RIC/UAC coupling on the respirator.
2 Visually inspect the coupling for dirt or damage. Remove any dirt or contamination from the coupling. See
Figure 1-2.
a If the RIC/UAC coupling on the respirator appears damaged, remove the respirator from service and tag it for
repair by authorized personnel.
b If you find no damage, replace the dust cap.
RIC/UAC Relief Valve
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Verify that the cylinder connector is
undamaged and free of dirt and
debris.
Figure 1-1 Inspecting the breathing air cylinder
Figure 1-2 Inspecting the RIC/UAC connection
Cylinder valve with CGA connector
P/N 595360-01 Rev G 202004