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MSA PremAire Cadet Escape Operation And Instructions Manual

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PremAire
Cadet Escape
Open-Circuit, Pressure-Demand, Escape,
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus or Combination,
Open-Circuit, Pressure-Demand, Escape, Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus and Type C, Supplied-Air
Respirator
OPERATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
This manual must be carefully read and followed by all persons who have or will
have the responsibility for using or servicing this respirator. This respirator will
perform as designed only if used and service according to the instructions; oth-
erwise it could fail to perform as designed and persons who rely on the respi-
rator could sustain serious personal injury or death.
This respirator is certified by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH).
The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product
is not installed, used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this manu-
al. Please protect yourself and your employees by following the instructions. Please
read and observe the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS inside. For additional information
relative to use or repair call 1-800-MSA-2222 during regular working hours.
TAL 903 (L) Rev. 1
®
© MSA 2009
Prnt. Spec. 10000005389(A)
Mat. 10063148
Doc. 10063148

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  • Page 1 This respirator is certified by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not installed, used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this manu- al.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION TABLE OF CONTENTS NIOSH Approval Information ............... . .2 Description .
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION mability hazard. ardous non-toxic atmosphere. 4. Be sure that no other equipment interferes with the 5. Return to a safe atmosphere immediately if discol- respirator facial seal, the user’s ability to operate the oration, crazing, blistering, cracking or other dete- respirator, or other necessary means of mobility.

  • Page 4: Description

    This hose when the cylinder valve is open (SCBA mode). MSA mask mounted regulator (MMR) maintains a slight positive approved quick-disconnects are fitted to the end of the pressure within the facepiece while regulating and reduc- attachment hose.
  • Page 5 DESCRIPTION The cylinder carrier is available in standard and bag ver- sions. The standard version includes metal clamps and fabric straps. The bag version includes a single bag with draw string. Cylinder carriers are removable from the har- ness using quick release hardware. The waist belt is available in two sizes, standard and large.

  • Page 6: Operation

    The PremAire Cadet Escape Respirator can be used with tions of approved air-supply hose to the PremAire System. a wide range of MSA air supply hoses with a minimum length of 8 feet and a maximum length of 300 feet. The...
  • Page 7 OPERATION SUPPLY HOSE–TO–ATTACHMENT HOSE CONNECTIONS Attachment hose connections are to be made through approved MSA couplings only. , Brass (BR), Stainless Steel (SST) 479027 479029 Plug For (Brass) Quick Disconnect Assembly 479034 (Brass) Socket 479028 Plug For (SST) Quick Disconnect Assembly...

  • Page 8: Donning The Respirator

    OPERATION DONNING THE RESPIRATOR 1. Remove the respirator from its storage location/case. 2. Check that the cylinder is fully pressurized. 5. Adjust the waist strap by pulling the strap to DO NOT use a partially full cylinder. If the cylinder is the left.
  • Page 9 OPERATION 4. Tighten the temple 2. Insert chin into the straps in the same lower part of the face- manner. Ensure that piece, then pull the the facepiece tabs are harness back over the not tucked under the head. facepiece seal. 5.
  • Page 10 1. Verify that the cylinder valve knob is completely closed (clockwise). DO NOT use the respirator if it exhibits leakage. Return the respirator to an MSA trained or certified repairperson to correct the condition. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or •...
  • Page 11 Return pushing inward. the respirator to an MSA trained or certified repairper- son to correct the condition. Failure to follow this warn- ing can result in serious personal injury or death.

  • Page 12: Standard Operation

    Donning section of this manual. rectly can separate from the facepiece unexpectedly. 2. Breathe normally. Return the respirator to an MSA trained or certified repairperson to correct the condition. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.

  • Page 13: Removing The Respirator

    REMOVING THE RESPIRATOR DISCONNECTING THE FIREHAWK PUSH-TO-CONNECT REGULATOR 1. Grasp top of regulator. 2. Push the release but- tons and pull regulator down and out of face- piece adapter. 2. Push the release but- tons and pull regulator down and out of face- piece adapter.
  • Page 14 2. Pull the facepiece up 2. Use this device only after receiving proper training and away from the in its use. Use in accordance MSA apparatus face. instructions. 3. To maintain approval, container must be fully charged with respirable air meeting the require- ments of the Compress Gas Association specifica- tion G-7.1 for Quality Verification Level (Grade) D...
  • Page 15 REMOVING THE RESPIRATOR Additional information of value when performing external Note: When refilling a PremAire Cadet Escape Respirator and internal inspections of cylinders may be found in the cylinder and valve assembly, do not open the cylinder latest editions of CGA Publication C-6.1: “Standards for valve knob.

  • Page 16: Cold Weather Operation

    COLD WEATHER OPERATION SUGGESTED PROCEDURES FOR COLD WEATHER OPERATION Moisture can cause problems in respirators if it freezes. However, moisture can cause freezing problems even if the surrounding air is above freezing. This is due to air flowing from the cylinder through the regulator drops from cylinder pressure to close to atmospheric pressure very quickly.

  • Page 17: Cleaning And Disinfecting

    Confidence Plus e. Allow the facepiece to air dry. Do not dry the parts Cleaning Solution (P/N 10009971) from MSA is recom- by placing them near a heater or in direct sunlight. The rubber will deteriorate.

  • Page 18: Visual Inspection And Functional Checks

    VISUAL INSPECTION AND FUNCTIONAL CHECKS INSPECTION the cylinder is damaged return it to an MSA Service Center. Call 1-800-MSA-2222 for instructions. Inspect the entire respirator after it is cleaned and disin- d. Check the hydrostatic test date on the cylinder fected.
  • Page 19 VISUAL INSPECTION AND FUNCTIONAL CHECKS FUNCTIONAL CHECKS (AFTER EACH USE AND e. Open the regulator bypass knob (counter-clock- MONTHLY) wise). Verify that air flows from the regulator. Close the bypass knob (clockwise). 1. Check that the regulator and facepiece can hold a f.

  • Page 20: Appendix

    CONVERTING THE CARRIER AND HARNESS FROM RIGHT HIP MOUNT TO LEFT HIP MOUNT (STANDARD CARRIER) Note: The PremAire Cadet Escape Respirator is designed 8. Unweave the waist belt from the shoulder strap for use with the cylinder located on the right hip. The res- pirator will be most comfortable for most users in this and pull strap.
  • Page 21 CONVERTING THE CARRIER AND HARNESS FROM RIGHT HIP MOUNT TO LEFT HIP MOUNT (BAG CARRIER) Note: The PremAire Cadet Escape Respirator is designed 6. Unweave the waist belt for use with the cylinder located on the right hip. The res-...
  • Page 22 4. As necessary, slide the waist belt buckle toward the front cylinder to properly position the belt. Note: The PremAire Cadet Escape Respirator is designed for use with the cylinder located on the right hip. The res- pirator will be most comfortable for most users in this configuration.

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