Summary of Contents for MSA FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR
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PERSONS WHO RELY ON THESE RESPIRATORS COULD SUSTAIN SERIOUS PER- SONAL INJURY OR DEATH. The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this manual. For any additional information relative to use or repair, write or call 1-800-MSA-2222 during regular working hours.
INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS General Description .................................7 Limitations of Use ..................................7 Preparing the FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR For Use ......................9 Flow Test ....................................10 Donning and Use ...................................13 Negative Pressure Leak Test ..............................13 Removing the Respirator ...............................15 Cleaning and Inspection ................................17 Storage....................................19...
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Please read the “Preparing the Respirator for Use” section for proper procedure. 1. During use of the FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR, the atmosphere must be monitored for the level of conta- mination and a means of escape must be provided in the event that the contamination level increases to Follow instruction in the “Preparing the Respirator for...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND CARE CBRN APPLICATION canisters used with this device is designed for the contaminant, or if you do not know the identity of the contaminant, do not use this device. DANGER 8. DO NOT use when concentrations of contaminants •...
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND CARE The C420 PAPR must be properly prepared for use, flow The single use battery may be used up to eight (8) hours tested, properly donned, and a negative pressure leak test under certain conditions. The rechargeable battery may must be conducted in an area known to be free of conta- be used for up to four (4) hours under certain conditions.
Hygienists (ACGIH) publishes the following information to canister efficiency. determine the Threshold Limit Value (TLV) of a mixture. The FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR can be used with the First determine the total concentration of the chemical FireHawk M7 Responder APR. Refer to the separate...
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See MSA’s Response Respirator Selector for additional information. Technical Information Airflow: When used with the MSA battery packs, the C420 PAPR provides a constant filtered airflow of a minimum of 115 l/m to the facepiece. Battery Packs: Non-rechargeable 6 volt (nominal) lithium- sulfur dioxide (LI-SO2) battery pack or a rechargeable 4.8...
2. Check that the canister approval is appropriate and effective against the contaminant in the use environ- DO NOT completely discharge a rechargeable battery. ment. Always use two MSA canisters of the same Rechargeable batteries must not be used for more type.
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Failure to follow this warning can result in serious per- service time cannot be exceeded. sonal injury or death. Note: The C420 PAPR must be used with two MSA canis- ters of the same type. Refer to the NIOSH Approval Label DO NOT over-tighten the canisters. Over-tightening for approval information.
2. Attach the canisters to the PAPR. INSTALLING THE BREATHING TUBE The FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR utilizes a 6” PAPR breathing tube extension coupled with either an 18” or 22” APR breathing tube.
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The FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR is now ready for use. The user must follow the donning procedures before actu- al use of the respirator. motion for attaching spark cover 4.
DONNING AND USE DONNING Note: The C420 PAPR may be used with either a standard 18” (P/N 10082517) or a long 22” (P/N 10082542) APR Note: Refer to the FireHawk M7 Responder APR user breathing tube. instructions for facepiece donning instructions. Note: Use a buddy, if the situation permits, to ensure that the C420 PAPR is donned correctly (the head harness is in place, the blower is positioned correctly, the waist belt...
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DONNING AND USE USING THE C420 PAPR Conducting an In-Use Flow Test Once the user has properly donned the respirator the Note: The user must leave the contaminated area and if blower should be turned on and the hazardous atmos- necessary, be decontaminated.
The rechargeable battery can only be charged using accessories/components (belt, canisters etc) can be the MSA battery charger. Failure to follow this warning removed. Refer to the facepiece user’s instruction manual. can result in serious personal injury or death. DO NOT dispose of batteries as ordinary trash.
7. Carefully clean the breathing tube connections and tive as Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution and compatible canister ports to remove deposits that could prevent with MSA respirator components may be substituted. an airtight seal. Be careful that you do not breathe or touch the conta- DO NOT submerge the blower assembly.
STORAGE STORAGE non-hazardous environment, with no breathing tube or canisters attached to the blower. 1. Place the charger horizontally on a flat surface and in • Ensure that the unit is working properly before a dust-free area with a temperature range between storage by temporarily installing a battery and 32°F and 100°F (0°C and 37.7°C).
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STORAGE 6. If the “Red/Green” LEDs illuminate, there is a fault condition. Remove the battery immediately. If the LED’s illuminate with another battery connected, remove the charger from service. 7. To remove the charging plug from the battery pack, firmly grasp the charging plug housing with the fingers and pull out.
BATTERY DISPOSAL 2. NiMH cells contained in the MSA battery pack contain recyclable materials. Dispose of or recycle batteries in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
No agent, employ- or losses of any kind whatsoever, including but not ee or representative of MSA may bind MSA to any limited to, loss of anticipated profits and any other affirmation, representation or modification of the war- loss caused by reason of the nonoperation of the ranty concerning the goods sold under this contract.
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