IMPORTANT NOTICE
THE UPGRADE OUTLINED IN THE MANUAL MUST
ONLY BE PERFORMED BY C.A.R.E. TRAINED AND
CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS.
A thorough understanding of the air mask is essential
before attempting to service or maintain it. A user's
instruction manual, P/N 10082858, is supplied with this
kit. Refer to the user's instructions for specific user infor-
mation, such as NIOSH Approval Information, donning
and doffing instructions, and cleaning and disinfecting
procedures.
This air mask will perform as designed only if used and
maintained according to the manufacturer's instructions.
You must read and understand these instructions before
trying to use or service this product. We encourage our
customers to write or call for information on this product
before using it.
Inspect the air mask regularly and maintain it according to
the manufacturer's instructions.
If the air mask does not perform as specified in this man-
ual, it must not be used until it has been checked by
authorized personnel.
Do not alter, modify, or substitute any components with-
out the approval of the manufacturer. Such alterations will
void the NIOSH approval.
NFPA 1981, 2002 EDITION COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
DO NOT inspect the apparatus before cleaning if there
is a danger of contacting hazardous contaminants.
Clean and sanitize first, then inspect. Failure to follow
this warning can cause inhalation or skin absorption
of the contaminant and result in serious personal
injury or death.
An SCBA cannot be upgraded until the following
inspection and all required changes have been com-
pleted.
Inspect the entire air mask after it is cleaned and sani-
tized. NFPA-1500, as well as ANSI Standards Z88.2 and
Z88.5, describe three levels of inspection procedures that
are to be performed. Refer to these documents or to an
inspection program prepared by a health professional in
establishing an inspection program.
Note: An NFPA 1981, 2002 edition compliant air mask
will have the URC fitting on the Audi-larm™ Audible
Alarm, Heads-Up-Display (HUD) Receiver and HUD
Transmitter or an ICM Tx or ICM TxR Integrated PASS.
Prior to installation of the FireHawk M7 Upgrade Kit, the
air mask must be upgraded to be compliant with the 2002
Edition of the NFPA-1981 Standard. The components
must be in good working order and free of damage or sig-
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Notice .....................................................................................................................................................................2
NFPA 1981, 2002 Edition Compliance Inspection..................................................................................................................2
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nspection and Functional Test of the 2002 NFPA Compliant Air Mask.................................................................................3
Cylinder Inspection .................................................................................................................................................................4
Facepiece Upgrade.................................................................................................................................................................4
Removing the component housing cover ........................................................................................................................4
Converting the facepiece from ¼ Turn MMR to Firehawk Regulator...............................................................................7
Installation of the FireHawk M7 HUD Bracket..................................................................................................................7
Firehawk Adapter and Cover Installation .........................................................................................................................8
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emoving the head harness.............................................................................................................................................8
Installation of facepiece model number labels.................................................................................................................9
Installing the FireHawk M7 HUD.............................................................................................................................................9
Removing the Pressure Gauge or PASS Device.....................................................................................................................9
Salvaging Parts from the Current Carrier and Harness ........................................................................................................10
Removing the First Stage Regulator from the Carrier and Harness.....................................................................................11
First Stage Regulator Upgrade .............................................................................................................................................11
High Pressure Gauge Hose Upgrade....................................................................................................................................12
Installing Soft Goods on the Carrier and Harness Assembly ...............................................................................................13
Installing the FireHawk M7 Control Module..........................................................................................................................15
Installing the FireHawk M7 Power Module ...........................................................................................................................18
Second Stage Regulator Upgrade........................................................................................................................................18
Installing the First Stage Regulator.......................................................................................................................................18
Leak Testing ..........................................................................................................................................................................19
Functional Test ......................................................................................................................................................................19
Flow Test Requirements........................................................................................................................................................20
TAL 808 (L) Rev. 1 - 10090073
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