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For Your Safety
This Instruction for Use, for the Dräger Regis 300 Entry Control Board
(ECB), must be used in conjunction with the instructions supplied with the
associated self contained compressed air breathing apparatus (SCBA). The
instruction provides basic information for the operational use of the unit.
The operational deployment control procedures adopted are however the
responsibility of the end user, or as defined by any national legislation in the
country of use.
General
Use of this equipment requires training and observance of this Instruction
for Use.
Use the equipment for the purpose specified in this instruction, or as
confirmed in writing by Dräger.
Only trained competent personnel should inspect the equipment at regular
intervals and a record kept of such inspections and service.
Notify Dräger if there is a component fault or failure.
Power Packs - Batteries
Used Batteries
Do Not incinerate – risk of explosion.
Do Not puncture the battery casing – risk of explosion.
Special Waste Disposal – according to local waste disposal regulations.
Information on this subject should be available from the local environmental
and regulatory agencies and waste disposal companies.
Liability Statement
Responsibility for the reliable function of the equipment transfers to the owner
or operator when serviced or repaired by untrained personnel, or when used
in a manner not conforming to its intended use.
Dräger cannot be held responsible for damaged caused by non-compliance
with the recommendations given above.
The Warranty and Liability provisions for the Terms of Sale and Delivery are
likewise not modified by the recommendations given above.
Intended Use
The Dräger Regis 300 ECB is a battery powered unit providing a means
of electronically monitoring the deployment time for up to three teams
of SCBA wearers. A panel on the face of the ECB allows the user to
manually record relevant additional notes and data with regard to the teams
or individuals. The scope of the notes/information will of course depend
on the deployment procedures established by the end user. Audible and
visual alarms provide the user with indications of the various preset stages
during the deployment period.
Description
The Dräger Regis 300 ECB is supplied with:
Plastic housing with integral carrying handle (ECB), 2off Pen holders
and three holes at the base of each crew column for the location of
identification tags.
Clamping strip and DIN A4 transparency sheet.
Four rubber protectors for the corners of the ECB.
Non water soluble felt pen.
9V Battery.
Fastening block with lock.
Instructions for Use.
The ECB contains the following:
LCD Displays
Three LCD clocks that display time data - showing the remaining deployment
time (in minutes) for each deployed crew.
LED Displays
Three LED’s that illuminate “RED” when an alarm is active. These are each
situated above the LCD clocks.
Push Buttons
1off Plus (+) button.
1off Minus (-) button.
3off Start/Stop buttons, Crew 1, Crew 2 and Crew 3.
1off Clock Display button – Real time is displayed in the third LCD.
1off Illumination button – Backlight
press to illuminate, release to switch off.
Writing Surface
The A4 size surface contains five fields for manually entering details for up to
three deployed crews,
i.e,
Time/pressure - at start of deployment.
Time/pressure at 1/3 of deployment.
Time/pressure at 2/3 of deployment.
Time/pressure at end of deployment.
Field for comments and additional relevant data.
The DIN A4 transparency sheet is located over the writing field and secured into
position using the clamping strip. The completed transparency can be removed
to be used for producing a documentation record of the deployment scenario.
Deployment Times
A dip switch arrangement is located on the circuit board inside the main
housing. A table, printed on the board next to the switch, identifies the switch
configuration settings for the required deployment time, i.e. 20, 30, 60 or
90 minutes. The ECB is supplied with a default setting of 30 minutes.
Transmitter
Located inside the housing is a wired aerial connected to a transmitter. This
arrangement is able to transmit a signal to a remote external alarm unit (optional).
Technical Data
Dimensions
Height
410mm
Width
330mm
Depth
62mm
Weight
1.5Kg approx.
Battery
9V Alkaline
e.g. Duracell MN1604
Battery Life - approx. 2 years
Fitting the Battery
The ECB is supplied with the battery not fitted.
Slide and remove the battery housing cover from the left hand rear of the
ECB.
Correctly connect the terminals of the flying lead connector to the battery,
then insert the battery into the compartment.
Refit the battery housing cover.
Note: When not using the ECB for long periods it is recommended that
the battery be removed.
Setting the Real Time Clock
Press and hold down the ‘Clock’ Display button. The time (in hrs. – mins)
will illuminate in the No 3 Crew column.
While holding down the button;
Use the ‘+’ button to increase and change the hours,
Use the ‘-‘ button to increase and change the minutes.
When the correct time is set – release the ‘Clock’ display button.
Function Tests
Alarm Signals
Press the Start/Stop buttons 1, 2 and 3 of the crew columns. A single
audible ‘Bleep’ will be emitted as each LCD displays the defaulted
deployment time. An alternating flashing bar to the left of the display
indicates that the time clock has commenced the ‘count down’.
An audible signal and a flashing ‘RED’ LED will activate at:
1/3 of deployment (20 minutes at 30 minute default).
2/3 of deployment (10 minutes at 30 minute default).
end of deployment (0 minutes at 30 minute default).
Field for comments and additional relevant data.
Note: Unless switched ‘Off’ at the end of the deployment time, the
time clock will continue ‘count down’ for up to minus 99 minutes.
To acknowledge and stop the alarm, briefly press the associated crew
column start/stop button.
To end a deployment period – press and hold down the start/stop button
until the alternating flashing bar to the left of the display stops then release
the button. The time shown in the display will remain for a further 3
seconds, then it switches ‘Off’.
Important Note: To perform a 'speed up' function test – hold down
the relevant start/stop button and at the same time briefly press
the (-) button to count down in one minute increments down to
e.g. 6 minutes and then wait until 1/3 time has elapsed (in this
case until 4 minutes is reached) - wait and check activation of the
first audible and visual alarm - briefly press the associated crew
column start/stop button to confirm/cancel the alarm.
Allow the count down to continue until 2/3 time has elapsed (in
this case until 2 minutes is reached) wait and check activation of
the first audible and visual alarm - briefly press the associated
crew column start/stop button to confirm/cancel the alarm.
Allow the count down to continue until the display shows 0 time
- wait and check activation of the final audible and visual alarm
- briefly press the associated crew column start/stop button to
confirm/cancel the alarm. Switch 'Off' the unit.
Battery Warning
Press and hold the Clock display button to check for remaining battery life.
If the battery is OK - FULL is displayed in all the LCD's.
If all LCD's display - empty battery icon - Battery Low – remaining
deployment time is 2 hours.
If 1+2 LCD's display - flashing empty battery icon - immediately
replace the battery.
Operational Use
A competent person (Controller) must be nominated to control and monitor
an Entry Control Board (ECB) and to direct and instruct all wearers of
breathing apparatus (SCBA) at an incident.
A safe and secure Entry Control Point (ECP) for the ECB should be established
from which the Controller is able to effectively control the adopted deployment
procedures.
Important Note: The defaulted Deployment Time should be preset to
correspond to the capacity of the selected cylinder.
At the start of the deployment of breathing apparatus at an incident, it
should be decided which Crew is to be assigned to which LCD column i.e.
1, 2 or 3.
At the bottom of each Crew column (in the lower edge of the ECB) are
three holes into which the Controller can locate the identity tags of each
crew member assigned to the column.
The Controller should record in the relevant field of the A4 transparency -
the current time and the cylinder pressure of each crew member. Additional
information may be added such as, area to be deployed, type of incident etc.
Immediately a Crew is deployed for entry into a risk area, the Controller must
press the associated Start/Stop buttons 1, 2 or 3. A single audible ‘Bleep’
will be emitted as the LCD displays the defaulted deployment time. An
alternating flashing bar to the left of the display indicates that the time clock
has commenced the ‘count down’.
Any additional important information received by radio, or other means
during the incident, should be noted in the relevant field of the A4
transparency.
An audible signal and a flashing ‘RED’ LED will activate at:
1/3 of deployment (20 minutes at 30 minute default).
2/3 of deployment (10 minutes at 30 minute default).
end of deployment (0 minutes at 30 minute default).
To acknowledge and stop each alarm, briefly press the associated start/
stop button.
Important Note: During the incident, the SCBA wearers must
conform to there operational training procedures and requirements
for the equipment, taking into account ‘Time to Whistle’, withdrawal
time from the risk area etc.
After Use
Safety Warning: Do Not remove the SCBA until in a safe area, clear
of the hazard.
All Crew members must return to the Entry Control Point (ECP) and the
Controller to ensure that the end of deployment procedure is correctly
followed.
At the ECP, the Controller will identify each member of the Crew then
remove the relevant identity tag from the base of the ECB and hand it over
to the wearer. The cylinder pressure and actual time out of each wearer
should be recorded in the relevant field of the A4 transparency.
When all Crew members have returned and been identified - press and
hold down the start/stop button of the relevant Crew column until the
alternating flashing bar to the left of the display stops then release the
button. The time shown in the display will remain for a further 3 seconds,
then switch ‘Off’.
After Care
The ECB does not require any routine attention by the user other than a general
visual inspection after use.
Do Not
immerse the ECB in cleaning fluids or use abrasive cleaning agents.
When considered necessary by the user, remove dirt and contaminants by
carefully cleaning using a lint free cloth dampened in a mild soap solution,
and then apply a proprietary antistatic cleaning agent to a clean lint free cloth
and clean the surfaces of the ECB.
Note: If board has been opened to change deployment time setting,
when sealing up the housing halves - DO NOT over tighten the securing
screws.
Safety Note: Do Not use organic solvents such as Acetone, White
Spirit, Trichloroethylene, or similar.
Carry out Functional Tests on a regular basis to ensure correct functionality
of the unit.
Order Codes - Accessories
External Signal Alarm
R54994
Identity Tags – 30minute – colour Red.
R54532
Identity Tags – 120minute – colour Blue.
R54533
Identity Tags – 60 minute – colour Yellow.
R54534
All identity tags are supplied with a spring hook.
Dräger, while endeavouring to ensure correctness of statements of
fact and advice contained in this publication; gives no guarantee
or warranty in respect thereof, and accepts no liability for any
mis-statement or inaccuracy in publication, or for any omission
therefrom.
Dräger Safety UK Limited
Ullswater Close
Riverside Business Park
Blyth
Northumberland NE 24 4 RG
Tel: (01670) 352891
Fax: (01670) 356266
3355781 : Edition 2 : January 2008 : Subject to Modification - (A3-D-P)
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