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System (PSS) 7000 N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E The Dräger PSS 7000 is a self-contained, two staged, open circuit, positive pressure, compressed air breathing apparatus set which conforms to EN136, EN137 &...
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Back Plate Assembly The back plate assembly consists of three elements: The Adjustable Shoulder Yoke - (‘S’ - Short, ‘M’ - Medium, ‘L’ - Long). The Waist Belt Pivot Slide Assembly - improves the weight distribution and manoeuvrability for the wearer. The Back Plate.
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E Rubber buffer at the base of the system provides additional impact protection. Highly resistant to chemicals. Flame retardant.
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Harness & Cylinder Attachment A pair of adjustable (pull-down) shoulder straps locates into the associated slot in the base of the back plate and is secured using a retention peg. An adjustable chest strap is fitted with a trident buckle. Pivoted and sliding waist harness with a pair of adjustable (pull forward) waist belt straps.
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E Inner padding is flame retardant closed cell, fully vulcanised foam. The inner liner is then covered with outer layers of woven polyester covered with neoprene.
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First Stage Reducer and Cylinder Connector The reducer is Mechanical factory set and whistle sealed and Bronze must not be sintered tampered with filter Nitrile Reducer O-ring Anti-tamper Cylinder disk Connector Reducer is made from nickel plated At the outlet end of the hose is a marine brass and has a ten - year female quick release coupling (QRC) service life.
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E Flow of Air Cylinder pressure of 300 bar flows through the anti-debris tube containing a sintered bronze filter and through the cylinder valve at a 90º...
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Increasing deflection of the A compression spring attached to diaphragm, during inhalation, pivots the front cover of the lung demand the cam of the main lever against valve acts on the diaphragm, then the secondary lever. The secondary the pivot levers and the conical lever then pivots and presses against compression spring, lifting the the end cap of the piston - moving the...
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E Supplementary Air Supply The PSS7000 is fitted with a secondary hose attachment to allow for further extension of the wearers air.
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Lung Demand Valve Green/red button = reset (close circuit) Black button = depress activates free flow LDV manufactured from glass-filled Red/ Green button = reset (close circuit). nylon which provides a high degree Black button = (depress for of strength and durability. supplementary air supply).
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E FPS 7000 Face Mask Double facemask seal: Harness: Inner mask: Inner sealing line combined Ergonomically shaped and with an external sealing easy to lock in place...
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The Facial Protection System (FPS) There are two sizes of spider harness: 7000 conforms to EN136 and small and medium/large gives 70% vision. Incorporates speech diaphragm. Rubber on the facemask is Push connector for LDV. hypoallergenic. Neck strap consists of standby button Made from neoprene with a double to hold facemask in a secure and safe reflex seal to help prevent air leaks.
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E FPS 700 Face Mask Weighs approximately 600g Oro-nasal mask NOTE: Silicone facemasks do Stand-by Button not have CBRNE type approval (BS 8468-1)
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Bodyguard 7000 Digital Display Unit ® Bodyguard The Dräger Bodyguard 7000ET (Electronic Tally)) is an electronic monitoring unit which provides continuous monitoring of personal information and operational status of the Dräger PSS 7000 self-contained breathing apparatus and conforms to EN137. This multi-function system incorporates Button activated manual Distress ®...
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E The Automatic Distress Signal Unit (ADSU) Dual High Pressure Port - Fitted to this will sound if no motion detected for port is the unique dual function hose 21 –...
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Radial segments Digital cylinder pressure reading pressure & timing Left hand button Right hand button Time to whistle Tally key Distress alarm button Blue Blue Green Hose/cable assembly to electronic The Bodyguard 7000 can store 33 hours of data which can be downloaded and viewed pressure transmitter module if required.
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Module The PSS7000 BA set comes with two battery options, the rechargeable power pack or the AAA power pack.
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The Dräger Twin Cylinder Pack 20 year life. Assemblies are approved for use Hydro-testing required every 5 years. with the twin cylinder pack variants Twin cylinder packs consist of two of the DrägerMan PSS 7000 Twin compressed air cylinders aligned and Series of compressed air respiratory secured in tandem onto a central protection equipment.
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B A I G U I D E N A R U E D U C A T I O N C E N T R E Cylinder Label Cylinder Valve Cylinder Label (including date of first re-test) Example re-test label Excessive flow valve/ filter...
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What is an EN number? The European Committee for Standardisation (CEN) develop and publish European Standards (EN). Standards are documents that set out specifications and other technical information with regard to various kinds of products, materials, services and processes. These standards provide a basis for mutual understanding among individuals, businesses, public authorities and other kinds of organisations.
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