MSA AirHawk II User Manual

This Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is certified by the
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
The warranties ma
de 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.
See separate insert for NIOSH approval information: P/N 10024128.
For air-line use refer to User’s Instructions P/N 10046412.
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.
OPERATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
AirHawk
®
II
Air Mask
MSA Safety 10095801 AirHawk II Ultra Elite Air Mask SCBA
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MSA AirHawk II Specifications

General

Brand	MSA
Model	AirHawk II
Category	Respiratory Product
Language	English

Summary

INTRODUCTION

NIOSH APPROVAL INFORMATION CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Details NIOSH approval, cautions, and limitations for respirator use.

SPECIAL OR CRITICAL USERS INSTRUCTIONS

Provides special or critical instructions for users before donning the apparatus.

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS

Essential information for administrators of respiratory protection programs.

BEFORE USE

Instructions for thorough inspection of the air mask before initial use.

DESCRIPTION

SECOND STAGE REGULATOR

Explains the function and attachment of the pressure-demand second stage regulator.

AIR CYLINDER AND VALVE

Details the components and specifications of the air cylinder and valve assembly.

FIRST STAGE REGULATOR

Describes the pressure-reducing function of the first stage regulator.

AUDI-LARM AUDIBLE ALARM

Explains the function and activation of the audible alarm.

CARRIER AND HARNESS

Details the components of the carrier and harness assembly.

LUMBAR PAD (OPTIONAL)

Describes the design and purpose of the optional lumbar pad.

FACEPIECE

Information on available facepieces, sizes, and features.

RESCUE BELT (OPTIONAL)

Details the optional personal escape system integrated into the carrier.

DONNING

DONNING THE AIR MASK

Provides step-by-step instructions for putting on the air mask.

REGULATOR AND AUDIBLE ALARM CHECKS TESTING

Outlines checks for the regulator and audible alarm before use.

DONNING THE FACEPIECE

Instructions for donning the facepiece correctly.

FACEPIECE FIT CHECK

Procedure to ensure a proper facial seal for the facepiece.

INSTALLING PUSH-TO-CONNECT MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR

Steps for attaching the push-to-connect mask-mounted regulator.

INSTALLING SLIDE MASK MOUNTED REGULATOR

Instructions for attaching the slide mask mounted regulator.

PRECAUTIONS DURING USE

Key precautions to follow while using the air mask.

REMOVING THE APPARATUS

DISCONNECTING THE PUSH-TO-CONNECT REGULATOR

Steps to disconnect the push-to-connect regulator.

DISCONNECTING THE SLIDE REGULATOR

Steps to disconnect the slide regulator.

CHANGING THE CYLINDER WITH BAND AND LATCH

Instructions for changing the cylinder using band and latch.

CHANGING THE CYLINDER WITH BUCKLE AND STRAP

Instructions for changing the cylinder using buckle and strap.

CHARGING CYLINDERS

Guidelines for inspecting and charging cylinders.

STORAGE

Guidance on proper storage of the apparatus and spare cylinders.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION

SUGGESTED PROCEDURES FOR COLD WEATHER OPERATION

Procedures and precautions for operating the air mask in cold weather.

CLEANING AND DISINFECTING

Preparing Solution

Instructions for preparing cleaning and disinfecting solutions.

Clean and Disinfect the Facepiece

Steps for cleaning and disinfecting the facepiece.

INSPECTION

COMPONENT INSPECTION (AFTER EACH USE AND MONTHLY)

Instructions for inspecting components after each use and monthly.

Cylinder and Remote Gauges

Inspection procedures for cylinder and remote gauges.

Audi-Larm Audible Alarm

Inspection details for the Audi-Larm audible alarm.

Quick-Fill and URC Coupling Inspection

Inspecting the tightness of couplings for Quick-Fill and URC.

Cylinder

Inspection guidelines for the air cylinder.

Harness

Inspection of harness components for damage.

Carrier

Inspection of the carrier for secure cylinder holding.

Rescue Belt

Refers to separate manual for Rescue Belt inspection.

Record Keeping

Guidelines for recording inspection dates and findings.

FUNCTIONAL CHECKS (AFTER EACH USE AND MONTHLY)

Inspect the buttons and bypass valve.

Inspecting and verifying the operation of regulator buttons and bypass valve.

Audi-Larm Audible Alarm

Testing the function of the audible warning device.

FLOW TEST AND OVERHAUL REQUIREMENTS

NOTES

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