Quick-Connect Fittings - MSA G1 SCBA Operating Manual

Emergency Services, the manifold includes both male and female UEBSS quick-connect fittings to
enable connection to a second ExtendAire II system. The pouch, identified with the label "UEBSS," is
attached to the user's left side to hold and protect the manifold and hose assembly. The pouch is held
closed securely by a combination of hook-and-loop fasteners and snaps, but can be opened using
one hand.

14.1 Quick-Connect Fittings

WARNING!
Do NOT try to connect Snap-tite quick-connect fittings to UEBSS quick-connect fittings. Snap-tite and
UEBSS quick-connect fittings will not operate correctly together. Failure to obey this warning can
result in serious personal injury or death.
Fig. 3 Snap-tite
The ExtendAire II system has two quick-connect fittings that can connect with both male and female
fittings on another user's manifold.
(1) To connect the quick-connect fittings, push the female fitting firmly over the male fitting.
(2) To disconnect the quick-connect fittings, do the following:
a) Push the two sides of the quick-connect fitting toward each other. The male fitting should
advance into the female fitting an additional 1/8 in. (0.32 cm).
b) Move the outer sleeve of the female fitting away from the male fitting.
c) Pull the male fitting out of the female fitting.
d) Install dust caps on the quick-connect fittings.
Fig. 4 UEBSS
G1 SCBA 2018 Edition
G1 ExtendAire II System
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