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MSA

Safety Regulations

SSR 90 [K60]

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GB

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Safety Regulations

1.1

Correct Use

The SSR 90 [K60] self-rescuer is a respiratory protection device [chemical oxygen 
apparatus] for self-rescuing which is independent of the ambient atmosphere. It 
protects the wearer of the devices during escape from a dangerous ambient atmos-
phere or whilst waiting for rescue from poisonous gases, toxic particles and oxygen 
depletion. It is to be used exclusively for selfrescue under dangerous conditions and 
is not intended for long-term use. 
The device described in this operating manual comply with the European Directive 
89/686/EEC [PPE Directive].
The device is developed for one mission, used devices must always be replaced, 
reuse is not permitted. 

It is imperative that this operating manual be read and observed when using the 
product. In particular, the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use 
and operation of the product, must be carefully read and observed. Furthermore, 
the national regulations applicable in the user's country must be taken into account 
for a safe use.

Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compli-
ance. This also applies especially to unauthorised alterations to the product and to 
commissioning work that has not been carried out by MSA or authorised persons.

Warning!

The device may only be used once and must never be reused. Used or 
opened devices must be replaced by new devices.

Danger!

This product is supporting life and health. Inappropriate use, mainte-
nance or servicing may affect the function of the device and thereby se-
riously compromise the user's life.
Before use the product operability must be verified. The product must 
not be used if the function test is unsuccessful, it is damaged, a compe-
tent servicing/maintenance has not been made, genuine MSA spare 
parts have not been used.

Summary of Contents for SSR 90

Page 1: ...Operating Manual MSA AUER SSR 90 K60 EN 13794 K 60 S Order No 10112006 00...

Page 2: ...MSA AUER GmbH Thiemannstrasse 1 D 12059 Berlin Germany MSA AUER GmbH All rights reserved...

Page 3: ...2 Function 7 2 3 Marking 8 2 4 Demonstration and Training Device 8 3 Use 9 3 1 Important Escape Rules 9 3 2 Donning the Device 9 4 Maintenance and Cleaning 12 4 1 Maintenance Instructions 12 4 2 Retu...

Page 4: ...lar the safety instructions as well as the information for the use and operation of the product must be carefully read and observed Furthermore the national regulations applicable in the user s countr...

Page 5: ...ctions in this manual 1 3 Safety and Precautionary Measures Attention Chemical Oxygen Escape Devices used in mining may be subject to par ticular Mining Regulations that are to be observed There is an...

Page 6: ...n enclosed and sealed sturdy stainless steel container A Inhalation 6 Neck strap B Exhalation 7 Waist belt 1 Nose clip 8 Quick starter 2 Gas protective goggles 9 KO2 canister 3 Breathing tube with mou...

Page 7: ...ng circuit When in operation the exhaled air is transferred into the chemical canister with the potassium hyperoxide The potassi um hyperoxide reacts with the humidity and the carbon dioxide of the ex...

Page 8: ...canister The inhalation air is tak en from the ambient air and the exhalation air is expelled outside The demonstration and training device is comparable in size weight external con struction handling...

Page 9: ...the breathing bag otherwise lifesaving oxygen may be lost 5 The mouthpiece must be tight between teeth and lips and be tightly en closed with the lips The device must always be available for emergenc...

Page 10: ...the container using the neck strap Otherwise the device could be damaged and thus would no longer pro vide secure protection Attention Activate the device before donning any equipment Inserting Mouthp...

Page 11: ...by rubber nipples pull nose pads apart and fit them unto nose Fit Waist Belt 12 Fit waist belt on the right side and tighten Fit Goggles 13 Remove goggles from neck strap 14 Fit the goggles 15 Tighte...

Page 12: ...or authorized service centers 4 2 Return of Used Device For return of used or opened devices observe the following Pack the device and components in the device containers only after they have cooled...

Page 13: ...aps into the tightness tester in such a way that the cover points towards the door 2 Close the door and lock 3 Set timer to 90 s 4 Create overpressure with the lever i e push the lever downwards until...

Page 14: ...for inspection Inspection Before and after carrying External visual check Check that the seal is intact and that there are no external damages on the device Annully Tightness check2 2 Tightness test...

Page 15: ...6 Disposal The chemical canister contains strong alkaline and oxidizing substances potassium hydroxide potassium carbonate and potassium hyperoxide For disposal local regulations are to be observed 7...

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