DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE TABLE OF CONTENTS REVISION RECORD SHEET FAA TSO-C116, TSO-C99, CAA, EASA, CAAC and ANAC APPROVED PBE ASSEMBLIES 1. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION General Description of Equipment Purpose of the Equipment Hood Shell Construction Oxygen System Service/End-of-Service Indicator...
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE 2. INSPECTION AND FAULT ISOLATION General Inspection Procedures Statement of Warranty Return Procedures 3. REPAIR General Refitting a Broken or Missing Tamper-Evident Seal 4. INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY Mounting Locations Installation Steps 5.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Revision Record Sheet Date Description of Revision 12/16/04 Added Revision Sheet, page 4 to manual; revised Statement of Warranty; and re-numbered all pages accordingly. 08/11/05 Added part number 6851007-14 to tamper-evident seal on page 7, and changed part number of tamper-evident seal on page 24 to from 6851007-2 to 6851007-14.
Crewmember PBE with Concealed Mounting Holes and Clear Lid Note: Part Number DP3113(A) is the Essex Crewmember PBE without a barrier pouch or any type of stowage bracket. The Model Number, MR-10022NAA, designates the type of bracket configuration that Part Number DP3113(A) is assembled into. The Model Number, MR-10021NAA does not require a bracket configuration.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (3) Oxygen System The Essex Crewmember PBE has two oxygen cylinders. Together they hold a minimum of 36 liters of Aviator Grade oxygen. These cylinders meet SAE Standard AS 8010 for breathing-oxygen purity, and have rupture protection in case of over pressurization.
To ensure that the Essex Crewmember PBE has not been tampered with, each stowage container has a tamper-evident seal, P/N 6851007-14. The tamper-evident seal for Model # MR-10022NAA, is a green-knotted cable tie. (Ref. Figure 2 on page 10) (2) Pouch Access The sealed barrier pouch containing the Essex Crewmember PBE is easily accessed and removed from its stowage container (Ref.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE break the tamper-evident seals. (3) Breathing System Once the pouch is removed from its container and opened, oxygen flow is initiated by grasping one cylinder with one hand, and pulling the red ball with the other hand until it is completely released from the PBE, which in turn activates the flashing green light on the Service/End-of-Service Indicator.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE When using an interphone, megaphone or microphone, it may be necessary to pull the skirt of the hood down so the scrubber is below mouth level. Press the phone unit firmly against the hood film in front of the mouth as shown in Figure 1A below, minimizing the gap between the mouth and device.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Tamper Evident Seal Figure 2 C. Operating Steps (1) General Sequence of Steps The normal operating sequence is: access the PBE, open the equipment pouch, activate the system, don the hood, wear it as needed, then remove and dispose of it after use.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Accessing the Essex PBE Pouch from the Internal-Mounted Stowage Case with Clear Lid MR-10022NAA Weight 4.7 lbs Inches 9 1/4 8 1/2 3 3/8 23.5 21.59 8.57...
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (3) Open the Sealed Pouch (Ref. Figure 4 below) (a) The top of the pouch is recognizable by the bright red tear strip across the width of the pouch.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (4) Activate the Oxygen Supply. (a) Before activating the oxygen supply, be sure to position the front of the hood correctly. If visibility permits, locate the amber-colored, transparent, non-metalized area of the hood.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Activating the Essex PBE Oxygen Supply Preparatory to Donning It Figure 5b (5) Don the Activated Hood (Ref. Figure 6 on page 15) (a) After the sharp pulling action required to activate the equipment, the self-fitting elastic neck seal will be revealed.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Donning the Activated Essex PBE Figure 6 WARNING: AFTER DONNING THE HOOD, DO NOT OPEN THE NECK SEAL EXCEPT TO QUICKLY TUCK IN HAIR, OR TO ADJUST THE HOOD’S POSITION. HAVE ANOTHER PERSON HELP IF NEEDED.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (d) The equipment is donned correctly if the oxygen cylinders are positioned over the shoulders under each ear and the transparent amber-colored area is facing front. If the hood is accidentally donned backwards, do not remove it.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (b) Note that warming and condensation inside the hood may occur. If this interferes with vision, press the hood against the face to wipe away condensation. (c) Some users may experience mild ear popping as the air pressure inside the hood gradually increases due to the oxygen flow.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (b) Cut a hole in the amber-colored transparent film area at least 5 inches across. (c) If the oxygen system has not yet been activated, do so before disposing of the equipment.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE 2. INSPECTION AND FAULT ISOLATION A. General Inspection and inspection frequency of PBE’s in stowage containers should be in accordance with your governing regulatory authority and your airline operating procedure.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE VERIFY REPLACE BY DATE HAS NOT EXPIRED TAMPER SEAL TAMPER SEAL UNDAMAGED DAMAGED INSPECT THE INSPECT THE HUMIDITY HUMIDITY INDICATOR’S COLOR INDICATOR’S COLOR (REF. FIG.7) (REF. FIG.7) COLOR: COLOR: COLOR:...
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE C. Statement of Warranty for Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) Essex Industries dba Essex PB&R Corporation warrants that: (1) The Essex Crewmember PBE (hereinafter referred to as the “unit”) meets the requirements of FAA TSO-C116 and TSO-C99 and CAA;...
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE D. Return Procedures (1) Before returning any unit for repair, replacement or evaluation, call Essex Industries dba Essex PB&R Corporation at (314) 351-6116, or at 1-800-296-7587 (U.S.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE (ii) Hazard labeling (DOT): None (iii) Hazard Marking (DOT): Life saving appliances, not self-inflating, UN3072 Proper Class or UN or ID Subsidiary Net Quantities Packing Shipping Division Number Risk...
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE 3. REPAIR A. General (1) The Essex Crewmember PBE is not an owner repairable system. (Ref. para. 2.C. on page 21 for the statement of warranty; and para. 2.D. on pages 21 and 22 for return procedures).
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE quickly during emergency use. A force of approximately 18-28 pounds will be required to remove the pouch, or to lift the lid, breaking the tamper-evident seal. Allow for adequate access.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE B. Operating Features There are several major differences between the training unit and a live unit. (a) The training unit is reusable. (b) A sanitary plastic liner (optional) protects the user from unsanitary conditions while wearing the training hood, allowing full visibility, and protecting the hood from possible damage.
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE WARNING: WHEN USING THE OPTIONAL TRAINING LINER, HOLD THE HOOD DIRECTLY OVERHEAD WHEN DONNING IT. DISTURBING THE LINER CAN INTERFERE WITH VISION OR IMPAIR BREATHING (Ref. Figure 11B on page 30). (c) Open the hood and don it quickly (Ref.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Metalized Back of Hood Reinforced Oxygen Nozzle Holes Proper Placement of Replaceable Neck Seal Figure 10 Document No: PRM-02, Revision: 9 Dated: 1/01/2012...
DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE E. Replacing The Pull Cord Assembly The Pull Cord Assembly, which imitates the red ball activation, can be replaced if the Pull Force Spring becomes too loose from repeated use. A replacement Pull Cord Assembly, P/N BP2127, can be ordered from Essex Industries dba Essex PB&R Corporation.
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DBA Essex PB&R Corporation User Reference and Procedures Manual for the Essex Crewmember PBE Use of the Training Hood Figure 11 Document No: PRM-02, Revision: 9 Dated: 1/01/2012...