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MSA NightFighter Installation Instructions Manual

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NightFighter™
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BRACKET AND TRANSMITTER KIT
WARNING!
Read this manual carefully if you have or will have the responsibility for using or servicing
the product. The ClearCommand™ Communications System from MSA will perform as
designed only if used and serviced according to the instructions. Otherwise, the product
could fail to perform as designed, and persons who rely on this product could sustain
serious personal injury or death.
The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used
according to the instructions in this manual. We encourage our customers to write or call for a
demonstration of this equipment prior to use, or for any additional information relative to use or
repairs. Call 1-800-MSA-2222 during regular working hours.
NIOSH and NFPA certified as an accessory for the Ultra Elite facepiece for use with the MSA
MMR, MMR with Slide Connection and BMR breathing apparatus only.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
ManualNightFighterInstallation.doc
Prnt Spec. 10000005389(B) Mat. 10035581
07/23/02
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  • Page 1 The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used according to the instructions in this manual. We encourage our customers to write or call for a demonstration of this equipment prior to use, or for any additional information relative to use or repairs.

  • Page 2: Description / Installation

    DESCRIPTION ........................2 PREPARING FOR USE......................2 DESCRIPTION 1. The NightFighter Bracket and Transmitter Kit is designed to attach to an MSA Ultra Elite facepiece to allow the easy attachment and removal of the NightFighter. ULTRA-ELITE FACEPIECE Removing the Component Housing Cover for MMR 1.
  • Page 3 CAUTION! Be careful that you do not damage internal parts of the component housing assembly (exhalation valve, spring, retainer, or speaking diaphragm) once the cover is removed. Note: The following procedures are for MMR, MMR with Slide Connection and BMR facepieces: ManualNightFighterInstallation.doc Prnt Spec.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION OF BRACKET Install the Mounting Bracket to the Facepiece 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen and remove the screw from right side of the facepiece lens retaining ring. (Be sure not to lose the nut if applicable). 2. Position the metal tab of the mounting bracket on top of the lens rings, and reinstall the screw.
  • Page 5 Installing the Adapter Assembly for MMR with Slide Connection 1. Thread the adapter assembly into the facepiece. If necessary, use component housing cover to continue to tighten until the top flat on the octagon is horizontal. Installing the Component Housing Cover for MMR 1.
  • Page 6 5. Verify that there is no loose play in the assembly of parts. 6. Don the facepiece and check the face-to- facepiece seal. Follow the Facepiece Fit Check procedures in the MMR with Slide Connection Operation and Instructions Manual. Installing the Component Housing Cover Adapter Assembly for BMR 1.

  • Page 7: Common Parts

    INSTALLATION FOR MMR TRANSMITTER INTRODUCTION This kit supplies the parts necessary to add the NightFighter Transmitter to the following SCBA: • MMR without a Quick-Fill Option • MMR with an old-style (pipe thread) Quick-Fill Option installed • MMR with a Redundant Alarm installed •...
  • Page 8 PREPARING AN MMR WITH NO QUICK-FILL OPTION INSTALLED Note: If your SCBA does not have the Quick-Fill Option installed on the over-the-shoulder gauge line hose, you must remove the gauge from the MMR harness gauge hose. 1. Close the bypass valve fully. WARNING! Do not disconnect the alarm coupling nut when pressure is shown on the harness gauge.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION FOR MMR Removing the Gauge Adapter and Pressure Gauge 1. Using wrenches, unthread and remove the gauge adapter and the pressure gauge from the hose fitting. 2. Using the O-ring removal tool, remove the O-ring and backup ring from the end of the hose fitting.
  • Page 10 INSTALLING THE COUPLING IN THE TRANSMITTER ADAPTER BLOCK 1. Place the Adapter block in a vise. Use protective sleeves to keep from damaging the block. 2. Insert the filter into the base of the block. 3. Wrap the coupling threads with transparent tape to prevent damage to the O-ring. Apply a thin film of Christo-Lube to the P/N 635068 coupling O-ring.
  • Page 11 • Insert the spool into the pressure gauge Redundant Alarm, or ICM. The spool's larger- diameter hole must face toward the gauge. • Thread the gauge (or Redundant Alarm) into the Transmitter Adapter Block. The gauge must screw in at least 6 1/2 turns with the jam nut firmly against the Transmitter Adapter Block.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION MMR ICM 2000 REMOVING THE ICM WARNING! Do not disconnect the alarm coupling nut when pressure is shown on the harness gauge. Always be sure that you have released all pressure from the regulator. Removing the coupling nut with the regulator pressurized may result in serious personal injury or death. Note: All repair procedures assume that the alarm assembly is disconnected from the apparatus cylinder.
  • Page 13 CLEANING 1. Apply alcohol to a Q-Tip applicator. a. Wipe threads on ICM unit and wipe Jam Nut (Dull Surface Finish). b. Wipe threads of ICM port of Quick-Fill Block. 2. Let alcohol dry for 15 seconds. INSPECTION 1. Inspect the threads of ICM unit, Jam Nut, and Quick-Fill Block for any damage. SPOOL Note: If your apparatus is equipped with the Quick-Fill System and the ICM unit, it will have the Spool included.

  • Page 14: Leak Testing

    REASSEMBLY 1. Apply Loctite 271 on two threads approximately a tenth (0.10) of an inch from the thread shoulder of ICM unit per view shown. 2. Thread the NEW jam nut (P/N 10003606 Dull Surface Finish) against the thread shoulder of the ICM unit.
  • Page 15 6. After all pressure is relieved from the system, close the bypass valve completely. 7. The Air Mask is now ready for service. 8. Read and be sure that you fully understand the instructions for operating the NightFighter System before use. These instructions are located in the NightFighter System Instruction Manual P/N 10035580.