MSA PremAire Escape, Quick Start Manual

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Order No.: 10152756/00
Quick Start Guide
PremAire Escape
WARNING
The quick start guide does not replace the operating
manual. It is imperative that the operating manual be read
and observed when using the device. In particular, the
safety instructions, as well as the information for use,
operation and maintenance of the device, must be carefully
read and observed.
The operating manual can also be provided as a hard copy
upon request.
The PremAire Escape is a positive pressure self-contained open-circuit
compressed air breathing apparatus (SCBA) for escape.
The device consists of either a full face mask or a mask-hood, both
connected to a lung-governed demand valve (LGDV). The LGDV is
connected to a compressed air cylinder via a medium pressure hose and
the combination valve autostart (CVA). The device is stored ready for
operation in its carrying bag and is started automatically providing air
when the bag is opened.
The device is designed in accordance to EN 402 and ISO 23269-1 and
enables the wearer to escape from a potentially hazardous environment.
WARNING
This device is a pure gas protection device. It is not
suitable for underwater diving.
Donning
WARNING
To ensure safe and fast donning in an emergency, users
have to train the donning procedure sufficiently.
(1) Place neck strap over head, adjust neck strap.
(2) Grab the neck strap/black retaining loop with one hand.
(3) Grab the yellow opening loop with the other hand.
(4) Open the bag by pulling on the yellow loop.
(5) The air supply is activated.
If the autostart valve is not activated:
This can happen when the starter key is not connected to the opening
loop.
In this case, open the valve manually by turning the hand wheel
anticlockwise.