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PROPAK-FX – SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS

DESCRIPTION

 

The Scott Safety ProPak-fx is a Type 2 open circuit, self-contained, compressed air breathing apparatus. 
It consists of a height adjustable back plate, padded carrying harness with pivoting waist-band and 
pneumatic system, containing a cylinder connector, reducer, pressure gauge, whistle and demand valve.

The ProPak-fx can be configured in a number of different ways with various size single cylinders. There 
are also a range of variants available including Airline (AC), Split Demand Valve Coupling (SDC or Y2C), 
Quick Connect Option or Duo variants.

The ProPak-fx is used in conjunction with a range of composite or steel cylinders and the choice of 
Vision 3 or Promask PP Face mask.

APPLICATIONS 

The ProPak-fx is specifically designed as a professional adjustable fire fighting SCBA, but is also suitable 
for providing respiratory protection in any IDLH environment.

 

APPROVALS

CE marked in accordance with EN137:2006: Type 2
AS/NZS 1716:2012
MED (Shipswheel) revision 9th amendment

Summary of Contents for PROPAK F

Page 1: ...orating the stringent Full Flame Engulfment Test and to the 9th amendment of the MED meaning that it has the latest approval for the Marine industry EN137 2006 and AS NZS 1716 2012 Type 2 MED Approved Breathing Apparatus Designed specifically for use by the Professional Fire Service Rigid backframe construction with adjustable backplate Easily removable pneumatics Simple to service and maintain HI...

Page 2: ...ting diaphragm mechanism with low inspiratory resistance and responsive dynamic performance automatic first breath actuation and hands free bypass facility REDUCING VALVE First stage pressure reducing valve featuring non adjustable spring loaded piston mechanism and outlet supply protected by pressure relief valve HOSES Stainless steel swivel hose fittings Medium pressure hose Medium working press...

Page 3: ...of different ways with various size single cylinders There are also a range of variants available including Airline AC Split Demand Valve Coupling SDC or Y2C Quick Connect Option or Duo variants The ProPak fx is used in conjunction with a range of composite or steel cylinders and the choice of Vision 3 or Promask PP Face mask APPLICATIONS The ProPak fx is specifically designed as a professional ad...

Page 4: ...alve Handwheel Glass filled Polyamide TPE Harness Kevlar and Pyrogard blend webbing with FR Proban covered flame retardant foam Reflective thread Backplate Glass Nylon filled carbon composite Backpad Flame retardant cross linked polyolefin closed cell foam covered in a Proban fabric Cylinder Band Kevlar and Pyrogard blend webbing Reflective thread Strap Buckles Glass filled polyamide Cylinder Stee...

Page 5: ...ctor to gauge supply hose 25 litres minute Pressure Indicator Warning Whistle Bourdon tube type dial indicator Heat and impact resistant Polycarbonate lens Safety blow out vent in rear of gauge Accuracy 10 bar between 40 300 bar Hoses Stainless Steel swivel hose fittings Medium Pressure Hose Maximum working pressure 16 bar Minimum burst pressure 80 bar High Pressure hose Maximum working pressure 4...

Page 6: ...PROPAK I F FX 2026146 A 03 2014 0086 AS NZS1716 2012 Lic 5021 BSI Benchmark ...

Page 7: ...ND FACEMASK 7 HOSES 7 ADJUST HEIGHT OF WAIST BELT MODULE FX VERSIONS ONLY 7 DONNING PROCEDURE PRE USE AND MONTHLY CHECKS 8 DON APPARATUS 8 CHECK DV OPEN CYLINDER VALVE 8 DON FACEMASK 8 Facemasks with a Rubber Harness 8 Facemasks with a Net Harness 9 POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST 9 FACEMASK SEAL TEST 9 WHISTLE TEST 9 FINAL CHECKS 9 AIRLINE ATTACHMENTS 9 RSM CONNECTIONS 10 DOFFING INSTRUCTIONS 10 DOFFING T...

Page 8: ...g undertaken and the hazards likely to be encountered Please refer to National Regulations for guidance Adequate protection may not be provided in certain highly toxic atmospheres The apparatus must be tested and serviced in accordance with Section Scheduled Maintenance and the notes in Section Personnel Training and Servicing In Australia and New Zealand ensure that your selection of respiratory ...

Page 9: ... Height Adjustment Mechanism Propak fx 10 Waist belt Adjusting Strap 11 Medium pressure Hose 12 Demand Valve 13 Warning Whistle 14 Pressure Gauge 15 Blank Plate 16 Cylinder Cradle 17 Hose Retaining Clip 18 Cylinder Band 19 Waist belt Adjustment Buckle 20 Pressure Reducer 21 Cylinder Connector 22 Cylinder Buckle 23 Reducer Mounting Bracket 24 Upper Back Pad INTRODUCTION GENERAL ASSEMBLY DIAGRAMS 1 ...

Page 10: ...rent certificate Parts must be repaired or replaced as and when an issue arises Your distributor or Training and Technical Support Services at Scott Safety will be pleased to provide training course details and quotes for service contracts SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Customer Services provide an efficient friendly customer contact point for ordering new apparatus spare parts and accessories The te...

Page 11: ...chanical pressure gauge and whistle mounted on the left hand shoulder strap A digital pressure gauge DPG 2025920 is available as an alternative to the mechanical pressure gauge For product information please contact Scott Safety Customer Services For enhanced wearer comfort Propak fx features a height adjustment mechanism which enables the wearer to select one of three height settings for the wais...

Page 12: ...n components 25 Reset Button 26 Bypass Knob 27 Locking Catch 28 Outlet Port O Ring 1 4 2 3 25 28 26 27 OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS The available options are Airline attachment AC permits Propak to be used with an airline The cylinder provides emergency backup This can also act as a Rescue mask attachment permits the wearer to supply a rescue mask or an air powered resuscitator from own cylinder air This ...

Page 13: ...TE Ensure that blank plate 15 is in good condition and that it connects securely to the Propak backframe Simultaneously depress the two cylinder buckle buttons and pull the cylinder buckle 22 to release from the cylinder Loosen cylinder band 18 and remove the cylinder by sliding it in either direction CAUTION Before tightening the hand wheel into the valve port check that the hand wheel connector ...

Page 14: ... Check all pneumatic connections and repeat the leak test WARNING DO NOT use apparatus that leaks excessively Attach an explanatory note and return the apparatus for servicing DV AND FACEMASK Check that the facemask is clean and undamaged Fit the DV 12 to the facemask and check that the locking catch 27 engages fully Twist the DV 12 gently to confirm that it has HOSES Check all hoses for damage an...

Page 15: ...shoulder strap 6 ends until the apparatus fits comfortably CHECK DV OPEN CYLINDER VALVE Check that the flat on the DV bypass knob 26 aligns with the DV outlet and press the reset button 25 Open the cylinder valve slowly with your right hand whilst holding the pressure gauge 14 in your left Check that the pressure gauge reads 80 FULL 160 bar for 200 bar cylinders 240 bar for 300 bar cylinders and 3...

Page 16: ...y open and that the pressure gauge 14 shows that there is sufficient air Turn on the DV bypass knob 26 and check for a steady flow of air into the mask Close the DV bypass knob AIRLINE ATTACHMENTS Check the supply airline flow and pressure Remove connector dust caps and check for wear and damage Make connection to an appropriate connector capable of supplying breathable compressed air see Section ...

Page 17: ... harness by pulling the harness buckles forwards Remove the mask and let it hang from the neck strap Pull the cylinder valve hand wheel and turn to close the cylinder valve Alternatively release the hand wheel locking mechanism and close the cylinder valve Open the DV bypass knob 26 to depressurise the system Turn the bypass to OFF Release the waist belt buckle 8 Slacken shoulder straps by pulling...

Page 18: ...e not worn or damaged and that buckles and fastenings are fully operational Apparatus with major defects must be returned for servicing with an explanatory label attached The harness and back plate 1 can be sponged clean with a mild solution of soap and warm water or following removal of the pneumatics can be manually cleaned in a bath containing cleaning or disinfecting solutions To remove the pn...

Page 19: ... any defects found and any remedial action taken including any airline supply equipment used with the apparatus Cylinder air pressure SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE MONTHLY Test Propak in accordance with the instructions given in Section Preparation For Use and Section Donning Procedure Pre Use And Monthly Checks of this Manual Record test details in the apparatus BA Logbook This record is mandatory in the...

Page 20: ...te BSI A 1 3 7 592680 issued by BSI Notified Body No 0086 relates Is in conformity with the provisions of Council Directive 89 686 EEC relating to Personal Protective Equipment when assessed against Harmonised Standard BS EN137 Type Examination Certificate No 592678 issued by BSI Notified Body No 0086 relates Is manufactured under a Quality Control System which has been satisfactorily assessed aga...

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