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WARNINGS
Please Read Carefully and Fully Understand
This manual is for use by personnel trained in the use and care of compressed air breathing
apparatus, and MUST NOT be used as a self-teaching guide by untrained users. Failure to
understand or adhere to the SIGMA 2 User Instructions may result in injury or death.
Scott Health and Safety Limited has taken great care to ensure that the information in this
manual is accurate, complete and clear. However, Training and Technical Support
Services will be pleased to clarify any points in the manual and answer questions on
SCOTT breathing apparatus.
The following warnings are in accordance with certifying authority requirements and
apply to the use of breathing apparatus in general:
Breathing apparatus users must be fully trained in the use and care of self-
contained, compressed air breathing apparatus.
Ensure that the selection of the apparatus type is sufficient for the tasks being
undertaken and the hazards likely to be encountered. Please refer to National
Regulations for guidance.
In order to ensure the optimum performance and user safety, the apparatus
must be tested and serviced in accordance with Section 7 and the notes in
Section 1 under Personnel Training and Servicing.
The quality of air used to supply and charge breathing apparatus must meet
the requirements of EN 12021 : 1999. See Section 1 for details.
The wearing of beards, side-burns or spectacles may adversely affect the
sealing of a facemask to the wearer's face.
The apparatus is not designed for use underwater.
The harness must not be used as a vehicle seat restraint.
DISCLAIMER
Failure to follow these instructions or misuse of the apparatus may result in: death,
injury or material damage; and invalidate any warranty or insurance claims.
COPYRIGHT
This manual must not be copied in part or in whole, or used for purposes other than its
intended purpose without the written permission of Scott Health and Safety Limited.
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