MSA AUER
MSA
Safety Regulations
EVOLUTION 6000 Thermal Imaging Camera
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Safety and Precautionary Measures
WARNING
(1)
The user must be trained and thoroughly familiar with proper operation and limitations of
the thermal imaging camera prior to use. Use in controlled live-burn exercises is suggested
before using the equipment in actual emergency situations. Improper use of the equipment
in a hazardous atmosphere could result in serious personal injury or death.
(2)
Do not rely on the thermal imaging camera as the sole means of navigation or deviate from
standard fire-fighting navigational practices during use. Although the system provides an
image in dark and smoky environments, the user may become disoriented or lost in such
environments if the system becomes inoperative.
(3)
Most electronic devices cease to operate at certain high temperature extremes. Tests on
the EVOLUTION 6000 Series TICs indicate that they provide an acceptable image when
subjected to an ambient temperature of approximately 120°C (248°F) for 20 minutes. Ex-
posure to conditions exceeding these result in deterioration and loss of image.
(4)
This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D or nonhaz-
ardous locations only (equivalent to ATEX industrial area, equipment group II, zone 2, gas
group IIB).
(5)
This thermal imaging camera is not rated as "Intrinsically Safe". Do not use the system in
environments or atmospheres where static or sparks may cause an explosion.
(6)
Before entering a hostile environment, test the thermal imaging camera as specified in the
instructions to ensure that it is functional. After each use, inspect the camera to determine
if servicing is required.
(7)
Exposure to high temperature environments for an extended period of time may cause deg-
radation or loss of thermal image. Avoid heat saturation or overexposure of the equipment.
If degradation of the thermal image is observed, immediately remove the equipment from
the high heat environment and allow it to cool until the thermal image returns to normal; oth-
erwise, the system may become inoperative.
(8)
Do not mark the camera i.e., with stamps, labels, paint or other method. Use of such mark-
ings may interfere with camera use or may constitute a flammability hazard.
(9)
Replacement batteries must exactly match the ratings and configuration of those supplied
with the camera. Use of unapproved batteries may render the system inoperative.
(10) Use only battery chargers made available by MSA for use with this device; other chargers
may damage the battery pack and the device. Dispose of batteries in accordance with local
health and safety regulations.
(11) Do not remove the thermal imaging camera cover or casing. Only authorized personnel
may service the camera.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE ABOVE WARNINGS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
