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M1 Modular SCBA System
Order No.: 10195758/01
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  • Page 1 Operating Manual M1 Modular SCBA System Order No.: 10195758/01 MSAsafety.com...
  • Page 2 MSA Europe GmbH Schlüsselstrasse 12 8645 Rapperswil-Jona Switzerland info.ch@MSAsafety.com www.MSAsafety.com © MSA 2019 All rights reserved...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Information..............M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 4: Safety Regulations

    Safety Regulations Correct Use The MSA M1 - referred to hereafter also as device - is a pressure-demand self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) operating independent of the ambient air for use in firefighting in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.

  • Page 5: Safety And Precautionary Measures

    Contact Information In the event of a product concern, contact the local MSA authorized repair center or distributor, they will provide the necessary information to MSA for issue resolution. To report any serious concerns or to inquire about the products, go to MSAsafety.com for information on the local MSA authorized repair center or distributor.

  • Page 6: Description

    EN 136:1998 (see operating manuals of lung governed demand valve and full face mask). The exhalation air is released directly into the ambient atmosphere. The M1 SCBA can be configured via an ATO code with SingleLine, classic pneumatic or fixed pneumatic. The fixed pneumatic does not include an integrated medium pressure coupling to easily disconnect the LGDV from the pressure reducer.
  • Page 7 Description Fig. 2 Example of M1 SCBA with SingleLine Cylinder strap Backplate SingleLine Handle Cylinder buckle Hip belt Shoulder strap Pressure reducer Manifold (here SingleLine SCOUT) M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 8 Description Fig. 3 System Overview (schematic representation) M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 9: Full Face Mask

    Full Face Mask The M1 SCBA can be used with the G1 Facepiece, 3S and Ultra Elite full face mask. For more information, see relevant operating manual. Fig. 4...

  • Page 10: Pneumatics

    55  5 bar. Depending on pneumatics, the low pressure warning device can be located at the M1 pressure reducer next to the cylinder, connected to a hose on the upper back of the user (Fig. 6) or within a SingleLine (SL) manifold (Fig.

  • Page 11: Manifolds

    Description 2.2.2 Manifolds Non-Electronic Configuration Fig. 8 Combination gauge Pressure gauge Warning whistle Second connection (optional) Lung governed demand valve coupling Fig. 9 Standard manifold assembly Pressure gauge Warning whistle Lung governed demand valve coupling M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 12 Warning device (warning whistle) Pressure gauge lightning Lung governed demand valve coupling Buddy lights Alarm button Sound channel & safety key holder with safety 10 Data transmission active key (left) For more information, see SingleLine SCOUT operating manual. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 13: Lung Governed Demand Valve

    Description 2.2.3 Lung Governed Demand Valve (LGDV) The M1 SCBA can be used with the following lung governed demand valves: Fig. 11 M1-AE LGDV M45x3 Fig. 12 M1-AS LGDV Fig. 13 M1-ESA LGDV Fig. 14 M1-AS-B LGDV For more information, see LGDV operating manual.

  • Page 14: High Pressure Lines

    The QuickFill coupling is a male QuickFill inlet for use by Rapid Intervention Teams for emergency filling operations. The system also includes an automatically resetting pressure relief valve. For more information, see QuickFill operating manual. 2.2.8 Accessories The following pneumatics accessory is available: • RespiHOOD M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 15: Harness And Carrier Assembly

    Fig. 16 Basic harness • Advanced - The advanced harness (with plastic or metal buckles available) includes an addi- tional padding. Fig. 17 Advanced harness M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 16 - The eXXtreme harness can be equipped with an additional tunnel to protect the harness and the hoses against high temperature and flames (e.g. high heat training). Fig. 19 eXXtreme harness tunnel (left and right) M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 17: Backplate Adjustment Options

    Rescue handle - The rescue handle is used in rescue operations to pull the non-moving wearer of the SCBA out of a dangerous zone. • Bumper - The bumper prevents the device from being damaged in the event that it is put down heavily. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 18: Visual Inspections

    Observe national regulations for inspection intervals. Make sure that the cylinder in use is approved as part of the MSA M1 SCBA system and fulfills all requirements to be in operation according to the cylinder manual and relevant national regula- tions.

  • Page 19: Functional Tests

    If the SCBA does not operate correctly for all functional tests, remove the SCBA from service. Make sure an MSA trained and certified repair technician corrects the unsatisfactory condition before returning the SCBA to service. Failure to obey this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.

  • Page 20: Donning

    If the SCBA does not function properly as described in this section, the SCBA must be  removed from service and must be checked and corrected for proper operation by an MSA trained or certified repair person before using. The full face mask may not seal properly with your face if you have a beard, gross sideburns ...

  • Page 21: Scba Donning Procedure

    Release the tab and pull up or down to ensure the hip belt is locked in. SCBA Donning Procedure Slide the right arm through the right shoulder strap. Slide the left arm through the left shoulder strap. a) Check correct orientation of shoulder straps. M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 22 Grab the LGDV and push the side buttons to release the LGDV from the LGDV retainer. Make sure the LGDV is switched off before opening the cylinder valve. Reach behind and fully open the cylinder valve(s). M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 23 WARNING! During system pressurization, listen for the sound of hissing or popping. If you hear hissing or popping, remove the SCBA from service, and return it to an MSA trained and certified repair tech- nician. Failure to obey this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.

  • Page 24: During Use

     proper servicing/maintenance has not been made or  genuine MSA spare parts have not been used.  Take into account the following factors which may affect the duration or the service life: the degree of physical activity of the user;...

  • Page 25: Cold Weather Operation

    When cleaning the SCBA, ensure water does not enter the LGDV and pressure reducer. Thoroughly dry the full face mask and full face mask mounted LGDV after cleaning and disin- fecting. Ensure that the QuickFill protection cap (if available) is in place before storing the SCBA. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 26: After Use

    After Use After Use Removing the SCBA Push both LGDV buttons at the same time. Pull the LGDV out of full face mask. Close the cylinder valve(s) fully. Press the purge button to release system pressure. M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 27 (See storage instructions.) In situations where users share the SCBA, the LGDV must be cleaned and disinfected using a disin- fectant to prevent cross contamination between users. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 28: Changing The Cylinder

    Hinge cylinder buckle down until it catches. If strap tension is too high during hinging of the cylinder buckle, re-adjust the strap length at the cylinder buckle. If the strap tension is too low, re-adjust the strap length at the cylinder buckle. M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 29 Align the compressed air cylinders with the T-piece and retighten handwheels if necessary. Tighten cylinder strap by pulling the free end. Check position of compressed air cylinders, retighten if necessary. Hinge cylinder buckle down until it catches. M1 Modular SCBA System...
  • Page 30 NOTE: If the cylinders feel loose, check that the latch engages with the proper slot on the strap. Ensure that the latch is fully tightened. Do not use the SCBA if the cylinders are not held securely in the carrier. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 31: Maintenance And Care Of The Scba

    Always use original parts from MSA. Repairs and maintenance must be carried out only by authorised service centres or by MSA. Changes to devices or components are not permitted and will result in loss of approval.

  • Page 32: Safekeeping And Storage

    • For prolonged storage of the SCBA, remove the batteries from all electronic components (if available) and housings to prevent battery corrosion. Store the units in a cool, dry place. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 33: Marking/Certification

    The function of the electronic components were not assessed for the certi- fication in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425, because even in case of a complete failure of all electronic components, the respiratory protection provided by MSA M1 remains unchanged. 0158 DEKRA Testing and Certification GmbH, Dinnendahlstr. 9,...
  • Page 34 Full face mask: see operating manual for Full Face Mask and Mask/Helmet Combination. The ATEX class of any other equipment used together with this device has to be regarded as well. The lowest class sets the limit. M1 Modular SCBA System...

  • Page 35: Ordering Information

    For this product, order numbers have been replaced by an ATO (Assemble To Order) code. Example: A device marked with the ATO Code RE-C4-BSO-DN-SP-AP-GN-C1-IN-J2-KN-L2-HS-NN-DE-PN is a M1 SCBA in the following configuration: • Version with removable 2nd stage (RE) •...
  • Page 36 LN - None M1-AS-B LGDV, M1-AS LGDV, fix M1-AE LGDV M45x3, fix short L1 - L4 - L0 - M1-AS M1-AE LGDV M45x3, L7 - M1-ESA LGDV, short M1-AS-B LGDV, LGDV LGDV, short long short L2 - L5 - M1-AS...
  • Page 37 For local MSA contacts, please visit us at MSAsafety.com Because every life has a purpose...

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