FireHawk M7 Responder Instruction Manual - EN PDF
FireHawk M7 Responder Instruction Manual - EN PDF
This manual must be carefully read and followed by all persons who have or will have the responsibility for using
or servicing this air mask. This air mask will perform as designed only if used and serviced according to the instructions; otherwise it could fail to perform as designed, and persons who rely on the air mask could sustain serious
personal injury or death.
This Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is certified by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH).
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority to operate the
equipment.
The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not installed, used and serviced in
accordance with the instructions in this manual. Please protect yourself and your employees by following the instructions.
Please read and observe the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS inside. For any additional information relative to use or repair,
write or call 1-800-MSA-2222 during regular working hours.
MSA 2014
Mat. 10086011
Doc. 10086011
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NIOSH Approval Information.............................................2
Special or Critical Users Instructions ................................2
Instructions for Use and Care ...........................................5
Description ........................................................................7
Visual Inspection and Functional Tests ...........................11
Size Selection ..................................................................17
Respirator Fit Test ...........................................................17
Preparing Respirator for Use...........................................19
Donning ...........................................................................21
Using the Air Mask ..........................................................25
Cold Weather Operation..................................................31
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Contains electrical parts which have not been evaluated as an ignition source in flammable or explosive
atmospheres by MSHA/NIOSH.
Failure to properly use and maintain this product could
result in injury or death.
All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used
and maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA and
other applicable regulations.
Never substitute, modify, add or omit parts. Use only
exact replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the manufacturer.
Refer to Users Instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for information on use and maintenance of these
respirators.
Special or critical Users Instructions and/or specific
use limitations apply. Refer to user instructions before
donning.
INTRODUCTION
equipment does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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CONTACT INFORMATION
In the event of a product concern, contact your local MSA
authorized repair center or distributor, who will provide the
necessary information to MSA for issue resolution. To
report any serious concerns, or to speak with a certification organization, use the following contact information:
Manufacturer
MSA Customer Service
Phone: 1-800-MSA-2222
Certifying Agencies
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
(NIOSH)
Phone: 412-386-6686
Failure to follow all warnings, instructions, and established protective measures can result in serious personal injury or death.
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DESCRIPTION
FIREHAWK RESPONDER SECOND STAGE
REGULATOR
DESCRIPTION
FireHawk M7 Responder Air Masks from MSA are pressure-demand, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
certified by the National Institute for Occupational Safety
and Health (NIOSH) for use in atmospheres immediately
dangerous to life or health:
``Immediately dangerous to life or health means conditions that pose an immediate threat to life or health or
conditions that pose an immediate threat of severe exposure to contaminants, such as radioactive materials,
which are likely to have adverse cumulative or delayed
effects on health [Title 42 CFR, Part 84.2, (Q)].
Pressure
psig
Rated Svc*
Life (Min.)
45
88
45
45
60
66
4500
4500
2216
2216
3000
4500
30
60
30
30
30
45
The PR14 First Stage Regulator incorporates a downstream design and dual springs.
The regulator incorporates a large, easily replaceable, sintered filter to capture particulates that may be in the air
stream.
DESCRIPTION
Remaining Service
Time (Approx.)
Cylinder
30
30
30
45
60
min.
min.
min.
min.
min.
2216
3000
4500
4500
4500
psi
psi
psi
psi
psi
7 minutes
10 minutes
7 minutes
11 minutes
14 minutes
End of
Service
Time
Indicator
Pressure
(Approx)
The facepiece has a nose cup with a drink tube and can
be used with the SpeeD-ON Head Harness.
The facepiece has a plug for the side port that must be
attached during use.
530 psi
750 psi
1125 psi
1125 psi
1125 psi
DESCRIPTION
EXTENDAIRE II SYSTEM
The SCBA is approved by NIOSH without inter-connecting two users to one apparatus. NIOSH does not
certify buddy breathers. Therefore, the attachment
of the receivers ExtendAire II System to the donors
apparatus voids the NIOSH approval for both air
masks.
EXTENDAIRE SYSTEM
RESCUE BELT
The ExtendAire System, located at the end of the intermediate pressure line, enables two users to share a common
air supply during emergency escape. The users can couple the Firehawk Responder Second Stage Regulator from
one user to the intermediate pressure manifold of the
other user. Both users will receive intermediate pressure
air from the donor's first stage regulator and cylinder. The
duration of the remaining air supply will be reduced by at
least half.
The SCBA is approved by NIOSH without inter-connecting two users to one apparatus. NIOSH does not certify
buddy breathers. Therefore, the attachment of the
receiver's regulator to the donor's apparatus voids the
NIOSH approval for both air masks.
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COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Facepiece
a. Inspect the facepiece, drink tube, and nose cup for
rubber deterioration, dirt, cracks, tears, holes, or
tackiness.
b. Inspect the head harness straps for tears, loss of
elasticity, or missing buckles or straps.
c. Inspect the lens for cracks, scratches, and a tight
seal with the facepiece rubber.
d. Ensure the exhalation valve is clean and operates
easily. The valve must move off the seat and return
when released.
e. Inspect the facepiece inlet for damage. Ensure the
spider gasket and valve disc are present.
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12
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FUNCTIONAL TESTS
Conduct the Following: Before Use, After Each Use,
and Monthly
1. Check that the Firehawk Responder Regulator and
facepiece can hold a negative pressure.
a. Close the cylinder valve and purge any air from the
system using the bypass knob on the Firehawk
Responder Regulator.
b. Hold the facepiece against the face to create an
effective seal.
c. Attach the Firehawk Responder Regulator to the
facepiece and inhale until the facepiece begins to
collapse against the face. (See Installing the
FireHawk Responder Regulator Section for instruction on installing FireHawk Responder Regulator).
Hold breath for approximately 10 seconds. Negative
pressure should be maintained and the facepiece
should remain collapsed against the face for the
entire 10 seconds.
d. Do not use the air mask if negative pressure cannot
be maintained in the facepiece. Return the Firehawk
Responder Regulator and facepiece to a certified
repairperson.
2. Check Firehawk Responder Regulator operation.
Note: Firehawk Responder Regulator functional checks
must be conducted with a full cylinder. Check the pressure gauge on the cylinder valve to verify that the cylinder
is full.
a. Push the release buttons on the side of the regulator.
b. Ensure that the regulator bypass knob is fully
closed (clockwise).
c. Slowly open the cylinder valve to pressurize the air
mask. Ensure that the cylinder valve is completely
opened.
d. Open the Firehawk Responder Regulator bypass
knob (counter-clockwise). Ensure that air flows from
the regulator. Close the bypass knob (clockwise).
e. Attach the regulator to the facepiece. Ensure proper
regulator attachment by pulling on the regulator.
f. Don the facepiece or hold the facepiece against the
face to create an effective seal.
g. Inhale sharply to start air flow. Breathe normally.
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NOTES
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SIZE SELECTION
Qualitative Test If a qualitative fit test is used, only validated protocols are acceptable. The individual must pass
a test designed to assess a fit factor of at least 500.
Be sure the mouth bit does not contact the face during fit testing. Failure to do so can result in false
protection factor readings.
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NOTES
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19
The lens plug must be installed during use as a SelfContained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Failure to follow this warning will void NIOSH certifications and can
result in serious personal injury or death.
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DONNING
DONNING THE AIR MASK
1. Remove the facepiece from the case or bag.
2. Ensure that the red
bypass knob is fully
closed (clockwise).
DO NOT use a cover lens in a high-temperature environment, such as firefighting. High temperatures may
distort the cover lens. Or, moisture trapped between a
cover lens and the facepiece lens may condense and
distort vision. Always remove the cover lens before
donning the facepiece. Failure to follow this warning
can result in serious personal injury or death.
DO NOT use an air mask with a loose Audi-Larm coupling nut. Using an air mask with a loose coupling nut
can cause o-ring failure which can result in sudden
loss of cylinder pressure. Always firmly hand-tighten
the coupling nut before using the air mask. Failure to
follow this warning can result in serious personal
injury or death.
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DONNING
should ring continuously, and the alarm button on the
FireHawk M7 Control Module and the buddy lights on the
FireHawk M7 Power Module should be flashing red.
5. No air should flow from
the Firehawk
Responder Regulator. If
it does, repeat steps 1
and 2.
11. When the system pressure falls below 200 psi, turn
the FireHawk M7 Control Module off by depressing
the reset button (yellow) two times within approximately one second.
Note: The FireHawk M7 Responder HUD will automatically turn itself OFF approximately 60 seconds after the air
mask has been depressurized. A single red LED will flash
until the device turns off.
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DONNING
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DONNING
3. Open the cylinder valve fully. Push in on the side buttons of the Firehawk Responder Regulator to stop air
flow.
4. Listen for any hissing or popping sounds from the
Audi-Larm Alarm. If heard, return the air mask to an
MSA trained or certified repairperson.
DO NOT use the air mask unless the regulator is connected properly. A regulator that is not installed correctly can separate from the facepiece unexpectedly.
Return the air mask to an MSA trained or certified
repairperson to correct the condition. Failure to follow
this warning can result in serious personal injury or
death.
Note: If the air mask passes all tests, it is ready for use.
These tests must be performed every time before entering
a hazardous atmosphere. If the air mask fails to meet any
of the tests, the condition(s) must be corrected before
using the air mask.
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76% to 100%
Full Cylinder, 4 Green LED
20 Sec. Steadily ON
1 green LED will flash every 60 seconds during use until 75%
75% to 51%
3/4 Full Cylinder, 3 Green LED
20 Sec. Steadily ON
1 green LED will flash every 60 seconds during use until 50%
26% to 50%
1/2 Full Cylinder, 2 Yellow LED
30 Sec. Flashing ON/OFF
1 green LED will flash every 60 seconds during use until 25%
25% to 0%
1/4 Full Cylinder, 1 Red LED
Flashing Continuously
Orange LED
for PASS Pre-Alarm
Red/Orange LED for Evacution Signal
Alternating Red/Orange
(FireHawk M7 Telemetry Module)
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Functional Tests
Note: Refer to the Visual Inspection and Functional Test
section of this manual.
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VISIBLE/AUDIBLE INDICATOR
without Thermal Alarm
VISIBLE INDICATOR,
CONTROL MODULE
manual activation
none
none
first 4
seconds
(approx.)
second 4
seconds
(approx.)
medium volume,
repeating sustained tones
medium volume,
repeating sustained tones
last 4
seconds
(approx.)
Bee
Bee
pre-alarm
(with or without pressure)
second
push of
reset button
deactivation of pre-alarm
(with shake or move unit)
none
none
low battery
N/A
none
none
none
none
none
none
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DURING USE
Note: Refer to Chart 2 for the various audible and visual
indicators for the FireHawk M7 Control Module and
FireHawk M7 Power Module.
Pressure Display
1. Periodically check the pressure indicated on the
FireHawk M7 Control Module display. It will display
either remaining cylinder pressure (default) or calculated remaining service time.
2. When the pressure reaches 25% of the rated service
pressure, the alarm button on the FireHawk M7
Control Module will flash red and the FireHawk M7
Responder HUD will display one flashing red LED.
3. When the pressure reaches approximately 25% of the
rated service pressure, return to fresh air.
500
450
Conditions which will
precipitate Thermal Alarm
TEMPERATURE [F]
400
350
300
250
200
100
0
10
15
20
25
30
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Note: The Continuous Pressure Display Mode will deactivate if low battery in the FireHawk M7 Responder HUD is
reached.
1. With the FireHawk M7 Responder HUD in Continuous
Pressure Display Mode, push the mode button (green)
on the FireHawk M7 Control Module and hold the button in for 3 seconds or until the FireHawk M7 Power
Modules sounds a single beep.
2. The FireHawk M7 Responder HUD will revert to
default mode showing only cylinder pressure status at
each 25% increment of full cylinder pressure.
Low Battery Warnings
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3.
6.
4.
5.
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NOTES
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Failure to follow the above warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.
Note: The URC Assembly may be used for transfill operations as described in this manual. Standard operating procedures should be developed for use of the URC Assembly.
The URC Assembly must be used only by qualified, trained
personnel who have carefully read and understood these
instructions, cautions, and warnings. NIOSH approvals of
SCBA from MSA are maintained while transfilling air only if
appropriate hose assemblies from MSA are used. URC
Assembly or hose assemblies and fittings are rated for a
maximum working pressure of 4500 psi. NIOSH approval
is maintained only when using the following hose assemblies: 485331, 802687, 802688, 802689, 802690, and
48332, for filling cylinders in IDLH atmospheres.
supplied by one approved air mask cylinder simultaneously; doing so will void NIOSH approval.
The URC Assembly must be used by trained Rapid
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DO NOT connect a high pressure air mask to a secondary air supply with a pressure greater than 4500
psi. The high pressure air mask is rated for a maximum working pressure of 4500 psi. Failure to follow
the above warnings can result in serious personal
injury or death.
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NOTES
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HYDRATION SYSTEM
USE OF HYDRATION SYSTEM
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NOTES
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Note: The FireHawk M7 Responder HUD will automatically turn itself OFF, approximately 60 seconds after the air
mask has been depressurized. (A single red LED will flash
until the FireHawk M7 Responder HUD turns off)
5. Stow the Firehawk Responder Regulator in the belt
mounted holder when it is not in use.
6. To remove the facepiece, fully loosen the harness
straps and pull the facepiece up and away from the
face.
7. To remove the carrier and harness, press the waist
belt buckle release button IN.
8. Disconnect the chest strap buckle (if used).
9. To loosen the shoulder straps, grasp the pull tabs and
push them out and away from the body.
10. Slip the right arm out of the shoulder strap first, then
remove the harness.
CHARGING CYLINDERS
For maximum safety, the cylinders should be stored full or
at a pressure above ambient but less than 100 psi.
Always check to be sure the retest date is within the prescribed period and that the cylinder is properly labeled to
indicate its gaseous service. New labels are restricted
items which are not available except through certified
hydrostatic test facilities.
When replacing cylinder valves or after the retesting of
cylinders, make sure the proper cylinder valve, burst disc,
and o-ring are installed prior to cylinder recharging.
Determine the maximum service pressure of the cylinder.
Type 3 AA (steel) cylinders that bear a plus (+) sign after
the latest retest date may be recharged to a pressure, i.e.
a cylinder stamped 3AA2015 with a plus (+) sign after the
test date may be recharged to 2216 psi. (this applies to
steel cylinders only). Steel cylinders without the plus (+)
sign stamped after the latest test date must be removed
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For prolonged storage of the air mask, remove the batteries from all electronic components to prevent battery corrosion. Store the units in a cool, dry place.
STORAGE
Do not store the air mask or spare cylinders within or near
an area where the air mask can or might be exposed to
any substances that will or might attack any part of the air
mask, causing the air mask to not perform as designed
and approved.
Prior to storing the air mask in a jumpseat, ensure there is
no interference between the air mask and the seat.
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1. Preparing Solution
a. Follow the instructions with the Confidence Plus
Cleaning Solution.
b. If the Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution is not
used, wash in a mild cleaning solution, rinse thoroughly, and submerge in a germicide solution for
the manufacturers recommended time.
2. Clean and Disinfect the Facepiece
a. Remove the mask mounted regulator from the facepiece.
b. Unthread the thumb screw of the FireHawk M7
Responder HUD and remove the FireHawk M7
Responder HUD from the facepiece bracket.
c. Remove the Clear Command Communication
System (if used).
d. Thoroughly wash the facepiece, drink tube, and
nosecup in the cleaning solution. A soft brush or
sponge can be used to clean the soiled facepiece.
e. Rinse the facepiece and components in clean,
warm (110F) water (preferably running and draining).
f. Clean the pressure-demand exhalation valve by
pressing in on the stem with a blunt object and
flushing it with clean water.
g. Allow the facepiece to air dry. Do not dry the parts
by placing them near a heater or in direct sunlight.
The rubber will deteriorate.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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every 3 years
every 8 years
every 15 years
every year
every year
every year
*The unit of air mask use is defined as the consumption of one entire cylinder of air. Example: If three cylinders of air are
used, the air mask would be considered to have been used three times.
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M7 TELEMETRY MODULE
FIREHAWK M7 TELEMETRY MODULE
All basic functions of the air mask are the same as those
described in the During Use section of this manual except
for the following differences:
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Note: The data mode is used to change the device settings or read the data log while using the FireHawk M7
Interface Software.
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Evacuation Signal
If the air mask is logged on to the base station, the incident command will have the ability to send an evacuation
signal to the air mask. When an evacuation signal is sent
to the air mask, the FireHawk M7 Power Module will begin
to beep repeatedly and a flashing running man icon will
appear on the FireHawk M7 Control Module display. The
evacuation alarm will continue to sound until the reset
button on the FireHawk M7 Control Module has been
pressed twice within approximately one second. This confirms the evacuation by sending a confirmation signal
back to the incident command.
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NOTES
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ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES
SPECTACLE KIT
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NOTES
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NIOSH approval is maintained only when using the following hose assemblies: 485331, 802687, 802688, 802689,
802690, and 48332, for filling cylinders in IDLH atmospheres.
485391
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485532
487906
487907
487908
487909
487910
Note: If the secondary air supply does not have a sufficient volume of air, the air mask cylinder will not reach
maximum service pressure.
If serious leakage is noticed from either of the two
female fittings, or anywhere along the hose, disconnect the female fittings and return to fresh air immediately. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
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EXTENDAIRE SYSTEMS
If the above measures cannot be followed or to provide greater escape protection, use the Quick-Fill
System. It maintains approval while transfilling and
does not exhibit the above hazards.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Two air masks equipped with an ExtendAire System can
share a common air supply during emergency escape.
Users can couple the ExtendAire block of one air mask to
a ExtendAire block of a second air mask by using a rescue hose (P/N 812973). When connecting two ExtnedAire
Systems, two ExtendAire II Sytems, or one ExtendAire
System and one ExtendAire II Systems, both users will
receive intermediate pressure air from the donor's first
stage regulator and cylinder. The duration of the remaining
air supply will be reduced by at least half.
The SCBA is approved by NIOSH without inter-connecting two users to one apparatus. NIOSH does not certify
buddy breathers. Therefore, the attachment of the
receiver's regulator to the donor's apparatus voids the
NIOSH approval for both air masks.
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EXTENDAIRE SYSTEMS
ExtendAire System Disconnection Procedure
1. Upon reaching a safe, non-toxic atmosphere, a staging area or performing other emergency egress procedures, uncouple the receiver's hose at the quick-disconnect.
2. Replace the dust cap on the quick-disconnect fittings.
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Lifetime Warranty
and Terms of Sale
1. Express WarrantyAir Masks and/or components furnished under
this order carry a Lifetime Warranty against material defects and/or
faulty workmanship, with the exception of those components
specifically identified herein. MSA shall be released from all
obligations under this warranty in the event repairs or modifications
are made by persons other than its own or authorized service
personnel or if the warranty claim results from abuse, misuse, or
normal wear and tear of the product. No agent, employee or
representative of MSA may bind MSA to any affirmation,
Product Description
Warranty Period
Lifetime
Lifetime
Lifetime
Product Description
Exception
Warranty Period
Rubber Product
1 Year
3 1/2 Years
N/A
including but not limited to, loss of anticipated profits and any other
loss caused by reason of the non-operation of the goods. This
exclusion is applicable to claims for breach of warranty,
tortious conduct or any other cause of action against MSA.
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