RPS 3500
Rescue Pack System
Instructions for Use
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PSS
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is a registered trade mark of Dräger
3356852 (A4-D-P)
For your safety
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Strictly follow this Instruction for Use and the instructions supplied with the
associated breathing accessories.
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Use of this equipment requires wearer training, knowledge, observance of
this Instruction for Use, and compliance with national regulations, laws and
standards governing the use of respiratory apparatus in the country of use.
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Use the equipment only for the purpose specified in this Instruction for
Use.
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Only trained and competent personnel should carry out and record
inspections and servicing in line with national regulations. It is
recommended that a service contract be obtained from your Dräger branch
or agent.
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Contact Dräger for details of training courses and service contracts.
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Use only original Dräger spare parts for servicing and maintenance.
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Notify Dräger in the event of any component fault or failure.
Definitions of alert icons
The following alert icons are used in this document to provide and highlight
areas of the associated text that require a greater awareness by the user. A
definition of the meaning of each icon is as follows:
WARNING
This icon indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the user.
CAUTION
This icon indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in physical injury to the user, or damage to the
product. It may also highlight an alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
This icon indicates additional information on how to avoid
inconveniences when carrying out the instructions described.
Liability statement
Responsibility for reliable function of the equipment transfers to the owner or
operator when it is assembled, serviced or repaired by untrained personnel or
when used in a manner not conforming to its intended use.
Description and intended use
The RPS 3500 rescue pack system is used with approved breathing
equipment to supply breathing air for the rescue of a firefighter or member of
the public in a hazardous atmosphere. The system comprises a pneumatic
assembly, a medium-pressure hose, a Y-piece and a holdall (Fig A).
The pneumatic assembly uses a Dräger Plus/PSS
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Series pressure
reducer (3), fitted with a whistle (2), a contents gauge (1) and a pressure relief
valve (4). The whistle sounds to warn the user of low air pressure. The
medium-pressure hose has a karabiner (5) that attaches to the wearer to
prevent inadvertent disconnection of the breathing equipment during a rescue.
The Y-piece allows connection of a second breathing arrangement when
required.
The RPS 3500 can be used as a rescue breathing device or as a rescue air
supply to a breathing apparatus. In both configurations, the system uses a
carbon composite cylinder (6.8 litre/300 bar or 9.0 litre/300 bar) stored inside
the holdall to supply air.
Rescue breathing device
Used as a rescue breathing device, the system would be fitted with a lung
demand valve and face mask combination, or a rescue hood. The
recommended compatible equipment is:
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PSS
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Rescue Hood.
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Plus/PSS
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Series lung demand valve (A, AE, N, ESA).
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Panorama Nova or FPS 7000 Series face mask (P, PE, RA, ESA).
Rescue air supply
The RPS 3500 is not a mobile supply of compressed air for normal working
use. Only use the RPS 3500 as an emergency air supply in a rescue situation.
Used as a rescue air supply, the system provides a secondary air supply to the
following compatible breathing apparatus:
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Approved Dräger breathing apparatus with appropriate airline male
connection (PA91 Plus, PA94 Basic Plus, PSS
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90, PSS
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100, PSS
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7000,
PSS
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5000, PSS
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4000, PSS
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3000 and PAS breathing apparatus).
Operating instructions
NOTICE
Refer also to the user instructions supplied with the lung demand
valve, face mask, rescue hood and air cylinder.
Preparation for use
NOTICE
Refer also to maintenance requirements for the lung demand valve,
face mask, rescue hood and air cylinder.
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Check that the equipment is clean and undamaged, paying particular
attention to pneumatic components and their hoses and connectors.
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Connect the medium-pressure hose to the quick connect coupling of the
pneumatic assembly.
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Connect the pressure reducer to the outlet of the cylinder valve.
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Slowly open the cylinder valve to pressurise the system fully.
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Confirm that the air pressure indicated on the contents gauge is sufficient
for the intended operation.
During use
WARNING
During connection, ensure that the medium-pressure hose is not
kinked or knotted and will not block or restrict air flow. Ensure that the
hose is not routed around the neck of the rescued person.
The holdall is not tested or certified for flame engulfment.
The duration of the air supply is dependant on the cylinder volume, the
number of users connected and the breathing rate of the users.
Observe the contents gauge regularly during the rescue operation.
CAUTION
Handle the holdall with care when the cylinder or other equipment is
inside. Do not expose the holdall or equipment to crushing or impact
damage and do not throw the holdall.
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Connect the Y-piece to the medium-pressure hose if required.
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Connect a lung demand valve and face mask combination, a rescue hood,
or a combination of both as required. Refer to the lung demand valve, face
mask or rescue hood instructions for correct connection and use.
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Connect the karabiner to a secure point on the clothing or equipment of the
rescued person.
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When the RPS 3500 is used as a rescue air supply (to a self-contained
breathing apparatus), the cylinder valve of the self-contained breathing
apparatus must be closed. The rescuer or wearer shall close the cylinder
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