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FSI units have been designed for use by personnel with some knowledge or training in
decontamination procedures. On
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scene coordinators must always determine correct use.
Proceed as follows:
Unzip / separate velcro closure doors at the entrance to the unit. The entrance is normally
the location nearest to the inflation/overpressure valves but this must be as determined by
on
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scene coordinator.
At night, the relatively translucent construction and reflective striping above the doors and on
the berms of the FSI unit will allow light from external sources to illuminate the interior and
clearly show the entry and exit points.
STOWING FSI® SHOWER/SHELTERS:
If using Accessories such as air/water heaters/ decon
showers, disconnect and remove all showers, heating , air
cooling units, lights, elevation grids, and so forth from inside
the shower/shelter or in close proximity to.
Wipe up any residual water inside the unit, and make sure
interior is completely dry.
To deflate unit, make sure the entrance and exit doors are
unzipped and rolled up.
Ideally place one person or more at each end of FSI shelter;
then open the deflation/dump valve.
The FSI shower/shelter will rapidly deflate (usually within 1
minute or so). As the unit collapses, each person should pull
inwards on the end pillars, so the roof collapses neatly
on top of the lower part of the unit.
Ideally fold the shower/shelter back up exactly as received.
Failing that, fold the shower/shelter in three or more sections
starting at the end furthest from the deflation/dump valve.
This will further squeeze air from the unit.
HINT: It is best to use the supplied electric/inflator/deflator to
fully remove air from the unit, but not essential.
Place the carry bag/sleeve over the top of the folded unit,
then roll the unit over so the bag/sleeve is now the right side
up. Alternately fold the unit so the final melon roll fold places
the unit largely in the fully laid out carry bag/sleeve. Center
unit in carry bag/sleeve and pull/cinch straps tightly.
The FSI unit is now ready for transport and storage.
