3M Scott Technologies 200451 Personal Alarm Safety System with transceiver User Manual 595128 01 A

Scott Safety-Division of Scott Technologies, Inc. Personal Alarm Safety System with transceiver 595128 01 A

Users Manual

Page 1 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07Copyright © 2006, SCOTT, All Rights ReservedOPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FORTHE SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE® 7 DISTRESS ALARMINCLUDING THE OPTIONAL SCOTT PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEMINTEGRATED WITH THE SCOTT AIR-PAK® 75 or NxG7SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA)WARNINGTHE SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM WITH THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEM ISINTENDED FOR USE WITH SCOTT SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) WHICH MAYSUPPORT HUMAN LIFE IN HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERES. FAILURE TO CAREFULLY READ AND UN-DERSTAND THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TOTHE SCBA USER.USE OF A RESPIRATOR EQUIPPED WITH A PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM WITH THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEM WILL REQUIRE MODIFICATION OF THE RESPIRATOR "REGULAROPERATIONAL INSPECTION PROCEDURES" AND WILL REQUIRE TRAINING OF THE RESPIRATORUSER IN THE USE OF PASS EQUIPPED RESPIRATORS.THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLEMENT BUT DO NOT REPLACE THE OPERATING ANDMAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS SUPPLIED WITH EACH RESPIRATOR.FIGURE 1AIR-PAK SCBA WITH PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR TRANSMITTERSPECIALLY EQUIPPED PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM ASSEMBLYPAK-ALERT SE 7CONTROL CONSOLEASSEMBLYSENSOR MODULE ASSEMBLYWITH OPTIONAL PAK-TRACKERLOCATOR TRANSMITTER(RED LABELS)OPTIONALPAK-TRACKERHAND HELDRECEIVER
Page 2 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07OPTIONAL PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEMThis unit may also be equipped with the optional SCOTT PAK-TRACKERLocator System as identified by the two round RED "Pak Tracker" labels onthe Sensor Module. See FIGURE 2.1 Kevlar is a registered trademark of E. I. Du Pontde Nemours, Inc.WARNINGNO PERSONAL ALERT SAFETY SYSTEM, RES-PIRATOR OR COMBINATION OF PERSONALALERT SAFETY SYSTEM AND RESPIRATOR, BYTHEMSELVES, CAN PROVIDE COMPLETE PRO-TECTION IN FIRE SITUATIONS. HOWEVER,USING AN ALARM AND A RESPIRATOR IN AC-CORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ANORGANIZED RESPIRATORY PROTECTIONPROGRAM IS ONE OF THE MANY SAFETY PRE-CAUTIONS WHICH SHOULD BE TAKEN TOAVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.WARNINGUSERS OF RESPIRATORS EQUIPPED WITHTHE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM MUSTBE AWARE OF THE PROPER OPERATION OFTHE DISTRESS ALARM. IF THE GREEN LIGHTIS NOT FLASHING NORMALLY, OR IF THE UNITEXHIBITS ANY OTHER SIGNS OF A MALFUNC-TION WITHOUT THE USER TAKING PROPERCORRECTIVE ACTION, IT MAY LEAD TO CIR-CUMSTANCES THAT RESULT IN SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATH.WARNINGDO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WHILEUNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCO-HOL, OR ANY MEDICATIONS OR SUBSTANCESWHICH MAY AFFECT VISION, DEXTERITY, ORJUDGMENT. USERS OF THIS EQUIPMENTMUST BE IN GOOD PHYSICAL AND MENTALHEALTH IN ORDER TO OPERATE SAFELY. DONOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT WHEN FATIGUEPREVENTS SAFE OPERATION. STAY ALERTWHEN OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. INAT-TENTION OR CARELESSNESS WHILEOPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT INSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.FIGURE 2PAK-TRACKER EQUIPPED RED LABELS ON SENSOR MODULEPAK-TRACKER EQUIPPEDRED LABELSON SENSOR MODULEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMThe SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm consists of a sensor modulemounted to the bottom of the respirator backframe, a pressure switch mountedbetween the cylinder and gauge line, and a control console mounted on thewearer’s right shoulder strap at the pressure gauge location. The SCOTTPAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm reaches full alarm in a total of thirty (30)seconds after detecting that the respirator user is motionless. The alarmmay also be activated manually.The SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is approved by the NationalInstitute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) on all models of SCOTTSCBA except as specified in the limitations of use on the SCBA approvallabel and in the SCBA Operating and Maintenance Instructions.NIOSH certified SCBA’s are limited to a maximum weight of 35 lbs. Whenthe PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is used with a one hour duration SCOTTSCBA, either the Kevlar1 wrapped (SCOTT P/N 804222-01) or Carbonwrapped (P/N 804723-XX) cylinder and valve assembly must be used tokeep the total weight under 35 lbs. limit. Using the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm with fiberglass wrapped one hour cylinder and valve assemblies,(SCOTT P/N 804107-01 or P/N 802827-01), will exceed 35 lbs.Installation of a SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm on a SCOTT AIR-PAK SCBA requires some disassembly of the respirator. Installationinstructions are included with the field installation kit available from yourSCOTT distributor or from SCOTT HEALTH AND SAFETY.The PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is a PERSONAL ALERT SAFETY SYS-TEM (PASS) intended to assist in locating a respirator user who is incapacitatedor in need of assistance. The SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm, P/N200451-SERIES, is an optional accessory intended only for use on SCOTTSCBA respirators including the AIR-PAK® 75, Wireframe, and NxG7 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). This line of electronic accessoriesis for use by fire fighters, first responders, domestic preparedness and lawenforcement officers, as well as industrial and hazardous material users.DESCRIPTION
Page 3 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGREAD AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIREMANUAL AND THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATORSYSTEM MANUAL, P/N 595102-01. TRAINING ISREQUIRED BEFORE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENTIN A HAZARDOUS SITUATION. THE TRAININGMUST INCLUDE AN UNDERSTANDING OF THELIMITATIONS OF THE EQUIPMENT AND HOWTO INTERPRET LOCATING INFORMATION,ALONG WITH EXTENSIVE PRACTICE WITH THESYSTEM IN A VARIETY OF ENVIRONMENTS.USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT MUST A PART OF ACOMPLETE PERSONNEL ACCOUNTABILITYSYSTEM. ALWAYS UPDATE TRAINING WITHEACH NEW PIECE OF EQUIPMENT. USE OF APAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEM WITHOUTPROPER TRAINING MAY PLACE THE USERS ATHIGHER RISK IN DANGEROUS SITUATIONSWHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH.WARNINGTHE HAND HELD RECEIVER IS A BATTERY OP-ERATED ELECTRICAL DEVICE THAT HAS NOTBEEN EVALUATED AS AN IGNITION SOURCE.THIS DEVICE IS NOT TO BE USED IN A POTEN-TIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. ALWAYSCHECK FOR THE PRESENCE OF A FLAM-MABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHEREBEFORE ENTERING AN UNKNOWN ATMO-SPHERE WITH THE HAND HELD RECEIVER.USE OF THE HAND HELD RECEIVER IN A FLAM-MABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE MAYRESULT IN IGNITION OF THE ATMOSPHERERESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.The SCOTT PAK-TRACKER Locator System is a two part electronic systemconsisting of a PAK-TRACKER Transmitter integrated into the SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm, and a PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver, whichis a directional receiver used to locate the signal coming from the PAK-TRACKER Transmitter. The PAK-TRACKER locator system transmitter isactivated with the PASS alarm. The transmitter emits a radio signal with aunique ID number that can be tracked using the SCOTT PAK-TRACKER HandHeld Receiver unit.Use of the PAK-TRACKER Locator System must be part of a complete per-sonnel accountability system that includes procedures for monitoring thedeployment and condition of all users. Do not rely on the PAK-TRACKERLocator System as the only technique for locating missing personnel. Failureto use this equipment properly may actually increase the time needed tolocate and rescue personnel. TRAINING AND PRACTICE IN REALISTICEMERGENCY SIMULATIONS IS REQUIRED BEFORE USE OF THISEQUIPMENT. The users must become thoroughly familiar with the opera-tion and the limitations of the locator system before entering a potentiallyhazardous or life threatening situation.The PAK-TRACKER Locator System User Instructions, SCOTT part number595102-01, contain essential information on the use of the locator system andmust be used as the basis of training for use of the whole system including usewith a PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm equipped with the PAK-TRACKERTransmitter. The PAK-TRACKER Locator System User Instructions include anoverview of the system operation, limitations of the system, as well as any userlevel maintenance for the PAK-TRACKER Locator System equipment. Copiesof the PAK-TRACKER Locator System User Instructions are available fromyour SCOTT distributor or from SCOTT Health and Safety.THE PAK-TRACKER HAND HELD RECEIVER IS A BATTERY OPERATEDELECTRICAL DEVICE THAT HAS NOT BEEN EVALUATED AS AN IGNI-TION SOURCE. DO NOT USE THE HAND HELD RECEIVER IN APOTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Always check for the presenceof a flammable or explosive atmosphere before entering an unknown atmo-sphere with the Hand Held Receiver.REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTIONIf your Pak-ALERT SE 7 is NOT equipped with the optional PAK-TRACKERLocator System, perform the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION asdefined on Page 12-13 of this instruction.If your Pak-ALERT SE 7 IS equipped with the optional PAK-TRACKER Loca-tor System (as signified by the two RED PAK-TRACKER labels on the SensorModule), perform the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION as definedon Page 14-15 of this instruction.The PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Re-ceiver is then used as a directionalreceiver to assist in leading the rescueteam to the activated transmitter. Bypointing the PAK-TRACKER HandHeld Receiver in the direction of thestrongest relative signal, the rescuecrew can follow the signal to the respi-rator user who is incapacitated or inneed of assistance.FIGURE 3PAK-TRACKERHAND HELD RECEIVER
Page 4 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07SAFETY LISTINGSWARNINGRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) MAYCAUSE A MALFUNCTION OF THE PAK-ALERTSE 7 DISTRESS ALARM. USERS OF RESPIRA-TORS EQUIPPED WITH THE PAK-ALERT SE 7DISTRESS ALARM MUST BE AWARE OF THEPROPER OPERATION OF THE DISTRESSALARM. FAILURE TO RECOGNIZE A MALFUNC-TION OF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESSALARM AND TAKE PROPER CORRECTIVE AC-TION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY ORDEATH.RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI)When any electronic device is adversely affected by radio waves, RadioFrequency Interference (RFI) is said to have occurred. All electronic de-vices like the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm may be subject to the effectsof RFI, most of which are temporary in nature. Users of the SCOTT AIR-PAK SCBA with the integrated PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm must befamiliar with the normal operation of the distress alarm and must also befamiliar with how to identify and avoid the effects of RFI (see DETECTINGAND AVOIDING RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE on page 6). If RFIoccurs to the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm, it may be caused by trans-missions from hand-held or personal radios where the radio antenna istouching or very close to (less than 6 inches from) components of the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm. It may also be caused by transmissions frombase stations or high-powered vehicle mounted radios or any other power-ful source of electromagnetic radiation.FCC COMPLIANCE FCC Compliance Statement (Part 15.19)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Warning (Part 15.21)Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsiblefor compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.This portable transmitter with its antenna complies with FCC’s RF exposurelimits for general population / uncontrolled exposure.The Locator Integrated Transmitter has been assigned FCC ID # T5E200451.INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE Industry Canada StatementThe term “IC” before the certification / registration number only signifies thatthe Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Section 14 of RSS-210The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is locatedor pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canadalimits for the general population. Consult Safety Code 6, obtainable fromHealth Canada’s web site: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICENote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limitsare designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How-ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiver is connected.– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Page 5 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07SAFETY LISTINGS Continued...QUESTIONS OR CONCERNSIf you have any questions or concerns regarding use of this equipment, con-tact your authorized SCOTT dealer or distributor, or contact SCOTT at1-800-247-7257 (or 704-291-8300 outside the continental United States) orvisit our web site at www.scotthealthsafety.com.WARNINGIF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM ISUSED IN AN AREA OF EXPLOSIVE OR FLAM-MABLE HAZARDS, FAILURE TO REGULARLYINSPECT AS INSTRUCTED, FAILURE TO COR-RECT DAMAGE BEFORE USE, OR THEINSTALLATION OF INCORRECT BATTERIESMAY LEAD TO A FIRE OR EXPLOSION WHICHMAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.INTRINSICALLY SAFE LISTINGThe PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm with Integrated Locator transmitter,Model Number 200451-SERIES, when installed on a SCOTT respirator, islisted as intrinsically safe per ANSI/UL Std. UL-913 in Class I, Division 1Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations by SGS U. S. TESTING COM-PANY, Inc. only when powered by the batteries listed in this instruction orindicated on the label on the sensor module.To maintain Intrinsic Safety Listing, inspect the respirator with PAK-ALERTSE 7 distress alarm regularly per the Regular Operational Inspection proce-dures in this instruction. Substitution of Components May Impair IntrinsicSafety. To reduce the risk of ignition of a flammable atmosphere, batteriesmust only be changed in an area known to be nonflammable. To reduce therisk of explosion, use only the approved batteries, do not mix old batterieswith unused batteries, or mix batteries from different manufacturers. WARNINGTHE HAND HELD RECEIVER IS A BATTERY OP-ERATED ELECTRICAL DEVICE THAT HAS NOTBEEN EVALUATED FOR INTRINSIC SAFETY ASAN IGNITION SOURCE IN A POTENTIALLYFLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.DO NOT USE THE HAND HELD RECEIVER IN APOTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. AL-WAYS CHECK FOR THE PRESENCE OF AFLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHEREBEFORE ENTERING AN UNKNOWN ATMO-SPHERE WITH THE HAND HELD RECEIVER.USE OF THE HAND HELD RECEIVER IN A FLAM-MABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE MAYRESULT IN IGNITION OF THE ATMOSPHERERESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.HAND HELD RECEIVERTHE HAND HELD RECEIVER HAS NOT BEEN EVALUATED FOR INTRIN-SIC SAFETY AS AN IGNITION SOURCE IN POTENTIALLY FLAMMABLEOR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES. DO NOT USE THE HAND HELD RE-CEIVER IN POTENTIALLY FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES.Report any operational malfunctions of the PASS function of this deviceto the certification agency Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), 1307 DolleyMadison Blvd. Suite 3A, McLean, VA 22101, (703) 442-5732, FAX (703)442-5756.
Page 6 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGTHE INFORMATION BELOW IS MEANT TOSUPPLEMENT, NOT REPLACE, THE TRAINING,SUPERVISION, MAINTENANCE, AND OTHERELEMENTS OF YOUR ORGANIZED RESPIRA-TORY PROTECTION PROGRAM. SEE WARNINGON FIRST PAGE OF THIS DOCUMENT. FAILURETO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAYRESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.WARNINGUSERS OF RESPIRATORS EQUIPPED WITHTHE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM MUSTBE AWARE OF THE PROPER OPERATION OFTHE DISTRESS ALARM. FAILURE TO RECOG-NIZE A MALFUNCTION OF THE PAK-ALERT SE7 DISTRESS ALARM AND TAKE PROPER COR-RECTIVE ACTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATH.OPERATION OF THE SCOTTPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMWith proper batteries and a charged air cylinder installed, the PAK-ALERTSE 7 distress alarm device is automatically activated when the respirator ispressurized by opening the cylinder valve of the respirator.To indicate activation, the sensor module will sound 3 quick audible chirpsand the green light located on the control console will flash approximatelyonce a second. See FIGURE 4. The PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is nowin the automatic mode.In the automatic mode, the SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm con-stantly monitors motion of the respirator backframe. The sensor module islocated on the respirator backframe beneath the air cylinder and containsthe motion sensor and the audible alarm. If the sensor module does notsense motion of the respirator for twenty (20) seconds, the PAK-ALERT SE7 distress alarm will signal a pre-alarm condition. If there is still no motion ofthe respirator for the next twelve (12) seconds the full alarm will sound.The SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will remain activated in theautomatic mode until turned OFF according to these instructions.FIGURE 4THE CONTROL CONSOLERESET–YELLOW BUTTON–MANUAL ALARM–RED BUTTON–SIGNALLIGHTS
Page 7 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07PRE-ALARMIf the respirator remains motionless for more than twenty (20) seconds, thePAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will automatically sound a pre-alarmWhen the pre-alarm occurs, the green flashing light on the control console isreplaced by a bright red light which flashes approximately once a secondand is accompanied by an ascending/descending audible tone which in-creases in volume during the pre-alarm cycle.If the respirator user is not incapacitated or not in need of assistance, movethe respirator to reset the pre-alarm. When reset, the flashing red light will bereplaced by the flashing green and the ascending/descending tone will stop.Remember that the motion sensor is in the sensor module on the respiratorbackframe beneath the air cylinder. Actual movement of the respiratorbackframe is required to reset the pre-alarm. Shaking the control consolewill not reset the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm .To manually reset the pre-alarm, press and hold the reset button on theside of the control console until three (3) quick audible chirps are heardand the red flashing light on the control console is replaced by the greenflashing light.FULL ALARMIf the respirator remains motionless through the twelve (12) second pre-alarmcycle, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will go into full alarm. This mayindicate that the user is incapacitated or in need of assistance and can notmove.Full alarm is indicated by a loud, almost continuous 3 tone chirp from thesensor module accompanied by the flashing red signal light on the controlconsole. Ten (10) seconds after the full alarm condition starts, the LocatorTransmitter will begin to transmit the unique ID number for the unit. To resetthe full alarm condition, press the reset button twice. See FIGURE 4.After the full alarm has been silenced by pressing the reset button twice, thePAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will remain activated in the automatic modewith the green light flashing once per second. As long as the respirator ispressurized, there must be movement of the respirator at least every twenty(20) seconds or the distress alarm will again go into pre-alarm followed byfull alarm as described above.MANUAL ALARMIf the respirator user requires immediate assistance, pressing the manual alarmbutton located on the front of the control console will immediately sound the fullalarm. See FIGURE 4. The manual alarm may be activated at any time, evenwhen the respirator is not pressurized.If the manual alarm is activated when the respirator is not pressurized, pressthe reset button twice to silence the alarm. The PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm will remain on in automatic mode. To turn the unit off, press the resettwice again while the unit is not in alarm mode.Remember, the loud audible alarm and flashing red light can be turned on atany time by pressing the manual alarm button on the control console.WARNINGUSERS OF RESPIRATORS EQUIPPED WITHTHE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM MUSTBE AWARE OF THE PROPER OPERATION OFTHE DISTRESS ALARM. FAILURE TO RECOG-NIZE A MALFUNCTION OF THE PAK-ALERT SE7 DISTRESS ALARM AND TAKE PROPER COR-RECTIVE ACTION MAY RESULT IN SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATH.OPERATION OF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMCONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
Page 8 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGFAILURE TO REPLACE THE BATTERIES AND/OR CONTINUING WITH MULTIPLE USES OFTHE RESPIRATOR AFTER THE LOW BATTERYCONDITION HAS BEEN INDICATED BY THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM MAY RE-SULT IN FAILURE OF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7DISTRESS ALARM DURING USE AND POS-SIBLE INJURY OR DEATH OF THE USER.LOW BATTERYIn a low battery condition, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will produce asingle audible chirp from the sensor module once every two (2) seconds andthe green light on the control module will not flash.While in low battery condition, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will con-tinue to operate for a period of time greater then the longest duration cylinderavailable for the respirator. However, the batteries must be replaced beforethe respirator is used again. See THE BATTERY REPLACEMENT section ofthese instructions.If batteries are completely discharged or have not been installed, there willbe no light or sound and the unit will not operate.BATTERY TESTTo test the batteries, verify that the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is in theoff condition (cylinder valve closed with no flashing green LED on the controlconsole). Press and hold the reset button on the console.A green light on the console will illuminate to indicate sufficient battery powerremaining. If a red light appears, the batteries must be replaced before therespirator is used again.TO TURN OFF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS alarmWhen use of the respirator with the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is nolonger required, close the cylinder valve on the respirator and vent the re-sidual air from the respirator system by opening the regulator purge valve.After all the air flow stops, close the regulator purge valve and press the resetbutton twice to turn off the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm. If there is airpressure left in the system, the green flashing light will continue to flash whilea fifteen second beep sequence is heard from the sensor module as the re-sidual air bleeds from the system. As soon as the air has completely bled fromsystem, the unit will sound a quick two tone chirp and the PASS DEVICE dis-tress alarm will be inactive. If there is no pressure in the system when theRESET button is pressed twice, there will be no fifteen second beep se-quence. When the unit sounds a quick two tone chirp, the PAK-ALERT SE 7distress alarm is inactive. If there is any air pressure left in the system, thePASS DEVICE distress alarm will return to the active mode.If the respirator cylinder valve is open and/or pressure remains in the respi-rator, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm can not be turned off. Pressingthe reset button when the respirator is pressurized will only reset an alarmcondition and return the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm to automatic mode.If the respirator cylinder is turned off and depressurized without pressing thereset button twice, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm will continue to monitormotion in automatic mode. This means that the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm may be used to monitor motion after the respirator is turned off anddepressurized. Resetting the full alarm after the respirator has been depres-surized will not turn off the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm. Press the resetswitch twice with no alarm condition to turn off the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm (there will be no fifteen (15) second beep sequence and two tone chirpwill be heard).OPERATION OF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMCONTINUED...DATA LOGGING FEATURERespirators equipped with a SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm in-tegrated PASS device are compliant to NFPA 1982, 2007 Edition. ThePASS device includes on-board electronics which maintain a running logof event data including start-up, shut-down, and PASS activation. TheSCOTT DATA LOGGER Computer Interface is required to access theinformation. Instructions for downloading the data log are SCOTT P/N595123-01 and are included with the computer interface.
Page 9 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07USE AS PART OF AN ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEMTRAINING REQUIRED BEFORE USE. Refer to the PAK-TRACKER Loca-tor System User Instructions, SCOTT P/N 595102-01 for complete details onthe use of the PAK-TRACKER Locator System. Use of this equipment mustbe part of a complete personnel accountability system that includes proce-dures for monitoring the deployment and condition of all users. Do not rely onthe PAK-TRACKER Locator System as the only technique for locating miss-ing personnel. A Rapid Intervention or Rescue team using the Hand HeldReceiver must have a minimum of two (2) people. For their own safety, theteam members must pay attention to their surroundings at all times whileusing the PAK-TRACKER Locator System.The accountability system must include procedures for alerting the incidentcommander and rescue teams when actuated transmitters or the missingpersonnel have been found or when they have moved from their previouslocation. It is the responsibility of the personnel accountability system to al-low for such contingencies without exposing individuals and teams tounnecessary dangers.WARNINGDO NOT USE THE HAND HELD RECEIVER IN APOTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE OR FLAMMABLE AT-MOSPHERE. ALWAYS CHECK FOR THEPRESENCE OF A FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVEATMOSPHERE BEFORE ENTERING AN UN-KNOWN ATMOSPHERE WITH THE HAND HELDRECEIVER. USE OF THE HAND HELD RE-CEIVER IN A FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVEATMOSPHERE MAY RESULT IN IGNITION OFTHE ATMOSPHERE RESULTING IN SERIOUS IN-JURY OR DEATH.RESTRICTED USE IN SOME LOCATIONSThe Hand Held Receiver is not suitable for use in potentially flammable orexplosive atmospheres. Always check for the presence of a flammable orexplosive atmosphere before entering an unknown atmosphere with the HandHeld Receiver.WARNINGCONTINUED TRAINING AND PRACTICE IN A VA-RIETY OF SITUATIONS IS ESSENTIAL TODEVELOPING THE SKILLS TO PROPERLY IN-TERPRET THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BYTHE PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEM. USEOF THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT TRAINING ANDPRACTICE MAY JEOPARDIZE ALL PERSONNELINVOLVED WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATH.PRINCIPLES OF OPERATIONOF THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEMThe SCOTT PAK-TRACKER locator system is a two part electronic systemconsisting of a Hand Held Receiver and a Transmitter. When a Transmitteris activated, it sends out a radio signal in all directions that is received by theHand Held Receiver. Understanding how the radio signal from a Transmitterbehaves and how the Hand Held Receiver receives and displays the strengthof that signal are critical to understanding the operation of the SCOTT PAK-TRACKER locator system. Successful operation of the PAK-TRACKERLocator system depends heavily on the interpretation of the relative signalstrength information displayed on the Hand Held Receiver along with all otheravailable information about the possible location of the activated transmitter.The Hand Held Receiver is very sensitive in responding to small differencesin signal strength. The relative strength of the Transmitter signal detected bythe Hand Held Receiver will vary depending on:1. The distance from the Transmitter to the Hand Held Receiver,2. The path the Transmitter signal has taken to get to the Hand Held Re-ceiver,3. The materials between the Transmitter and the Hand Held Receiver whichmay have affected the signal from the Transmitter.The user of the Hand Held Receiver must interpret the readings on the HandHeld Receiver display along with other information, such as:– training and knowledge in systematic search and rescue techniques,– their sense of sight (watch where you are going),– their sense of sound (listen for an activated PASS device),– the deployment of the missing personnel,– knowledge of the building layout and building materials,Do not rely solely on the readings from the Hand Held Receiver to locate theactivated Transmitter.Refer to the PAK-TRACKER Locator System User Instructions, SCOTT P/N595102-01 for complete details on the use of the PAK-TRACKER LocatorSystem.USE OF THE OPTIONAL SCOTT PAK-TRACKERLOCATOR SYSTEM WARNINGREAD AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIREMANUAL AND THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATORSYSTEM MANUAL, P/N 595102-01. TRAINING ISREQUIRED BEFORE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENTIN A HAZARDOUS SITUATION. THE TRAININGMUST INCLUDE AN UNDERSTANDING OF THELIMITATIONS OF THE EQUIPMENT AND HOWTO INTERPRET LOCATING INFORMATION,ALONG WITH EXTENSIVE PRACTICE WITH THESYSTEM IN A VARIETY OF ENVIRONMENTS.USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT MUST A PART OF ACOMPLETE PERSONNEL ACCOUNTABILITYSYSTEM. ALWAYS UPDATE TRAINING WITHEACH NEW PIECE OF EQUIPMENT. USE OF APAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEM WITHOUTPROPER TRAINING MAY PLACE THE USERS ATHIGHER RISK IN DANGEROUS SITUATIONSWHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH.
Page 10 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGKEEP THE ANTENNAS OF HAND-HELD RADIOSAT LEAST SIX (6) INCHES AWAY FROM THECONTROL CONSOLE AND THE SENSOR MOD-ULE OF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESSALARM WHEN TRANSMITTING. CLOSE PROX-IMITY OF RADIO EQUIPMENT TO THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM DURINGRADIO TRANSMISSION MAY CAUSE THE UNITTO MALFUNCTION. FAILURE TO RECOGNIZEA MALFUNCTION OF THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DIS-TRESS ALARM AND TAKE THE PROPERCORRECTIVE ACTION MAY RESULT A NON-WORKING DISTRESS ALARM WHICH WILL NOTSOUND IF THE USER STOPS MOVING ANDLEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.WARNINGBE AWARE OF THE POTENTIAL EFFECT OFRADIO TRANSMISSIONS FROM BASE STATIONOR TRUCK MOUNT RADIOS WHEN USING ARESPIRATOR WITH THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DIS-TRESS ALARM. CLOSE PROXIMITY OF RADIOEQUIPMENT TO THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DIS-TRESS ALARM DURING RADIO TRANSMISSIONMAY CAUSE THE UNIT TO MALFUNCTION. FAIL-URE TO RECOGNIZE A MALFUNCTION OF THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM AND TAKETHE PROPER CORRECTIVE ACTION MAY RE-SULT A NONWORKING DISTRESS ALARMWHICH WILL NOT SOUND IF THE USER STOPSMOVING AND LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY ORDEATH.DETECTING AND AVOIDINGRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCEWhen any electronic device is adversely affected by radio waves, Radio Fre-quency Interference (RFI) is said to have occurred. All electronic devices likethe PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm may be subject to the effects of RFI.Radio transmissions from the antennas of radios including those used by firefighters, police and other public safety related personnel may produce RFI inthe PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm. RFI may occur while the radio is trans-mitting if the respirator equipped with the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm isin close proximity to a base station or high-powered vehicle mounted radio,or if the antenna of a personal portable hand held radio is touching or withinsix (6) inches of the Control Console or Sensor Module of the PAK-ALERTSE 7 distress alarm. See FIGURE 5.Be aware of the symptoms of RFI. A PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm af-fected by RFI may temporarily give false indications such as the suddensounding of the loud continuous three-tone chirp of the full alarm. In someinstances the lights on the control console may flash without sounding thealarm. In rare circumstances, an alarm which was sounding may stop.If the PAK-ALERT exhibits any of the symptoms of RFI, identify the source ofthe RFI and do the following:–If the symptoms of RFI occur when standing near a base station trans-mitting antenna or a truck mounted radio antenna, move away from theantenna until the symptoms stop.–If the symptoms of RFI occur while transmitting on a hand-held radio,move the radio away from the PAK-ALERT .CHECK THE CONTROL CONSOLE AND BE CERTAIN THE GREEN LIGHTIS FLASHING NORMALLY WHEN THE INTERFERENCE STOPS, REGARD-LESS OF THE SOURCE.In normal usage with the air cylinder open, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm will typically resume normal operation after experiencing RFI.
Page 11 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07If the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is affected by RFI when the respiratorair supply is turned off or the cylinder is empty, the distress alarm could beturned off during use. If this occurs, depress the RED Manual Alarm Buttonto activate the alarm.IF THE SYMPTOMS OF RFI OCCUR, THE RESPIRATOR USER MUSTCHECK THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM TO VERIFY THAT IT ISFUNCTIONING PROPERLY. IF THE GREEN LIGHT ON THE CONTROLCONSOLE DOES NOT RESUME FLASHING IN THE NORMAL MANNERAFTER EXPERIENCING THE SYMPTOMS OF RFI, OR IF THE UNIT CON-TINUES TO MALFUNCTION IN ANY OTHER WAY, PROCEED TO A SAFEAREA, REMOVE THE RESPIRATOR FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR RE-PAIR BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.Minimize or eliminate the effects of RFI by protecting the PAK-ALERT withthe following steps:– Maintain a safe distance from a base station transmitting antenna or atruck mounted radio antenna.– Keep the antennas of hand held radios at least six (6) inches away from theCONTROL CONSOLE or the SENSOR MODULE. See FIGURE 5.HAND HELDRECEIVERFIGURE 5RFI WARNING AREASSENSORMODULECONTROLCONSOLEKEEP RADIO ANTENNAS AT LEASTSIX (6) INCHES FROM THESE AREASRFI AND THE PAK-TRACKER HAND HELD RECEIVERIf the Hand Held Receiver experiences RFI, it may be necessary to removethe Hand Held Receiver from service. In a known safe, non-hazardous area,remove and reinstall the batteries to reset the unit (see the BATTERYREPLACEMENT section of the PAK-TRACKER Locator System UserInstructions, SCOTT P/N 595102-01). Then inspect and return the Hand HeldReceiver to service.
Page 12 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGFOLLOW REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPEC-TION PROCEDURE EXACTLY. IF THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM DOES NOTACTUATE, OR DOES NOT OPERATE AS DE-SCRIBED OR IF ANY OTHER OPERATIONALMALFUNCTION IS NOTED, DO NOT USE THERESPIRATOR.WARNINGIN SEVERAL OF THE INSPECTION PROCE-DURES DESCRIBED A FULL ALARM WILL BEOBSERVED. THE FULL ALARM CONDITION IN-CLUDES AN AUDIBLE TONE THAT CAN EXCEED95 DBA AT 3 METERS (9.9 FT.). TO PREVENTPOSSIBLE HEARING DAMAGE DURING TEST,IMMEDIATELY RESET THE ALARM ON VERIFI-CATION THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.WEAR HEARING PROTECTION IF PROLONGEDEXPOSURE TO A FULL ALARM CONDITION ISANTICIPATED.CAUTIONTHE PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES OF THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM CANNOTBE PROPERLY TESTED IN THE FIELD.Inspect and test the SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm along with theinspection and test of the SCOTT SCBA respirator before each use. Includethe following inspection procedures with the REGULAR OPERATIONAL IN-SPECTION procedures defined in your respirator instructions. If anymalfunction of the respirator or the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is notedduring the inspection, remove the respirator from service and tag for repairby authorized personnel. WARNINGTHE PROPER OPERATION OF THE LOCATORSYSTEM CANNOT BE CHECKED WITHOUTCHECKING ALL COMPONENTS OF THE SYS-TEM TOGETHER. THE REGULAROPERATIONAL INSPECTION MUST INCLUDETHE HAND HELD RECEIVER AND THE TRANS-MITTERS IN THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATORSYSTEM SPECIALLY EQUIPPED PAK-ALERT SE7 DISTRESS ALARM WORKING WITH EACHOTHER TO CONFIRM PROPER OPERATION.FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSPECT THE COM-PLETE SYSTEM MAY RESULT IN FAILURE OFONE COMPONENT WHICH COULD LEAD TOSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTIONINSPECTION OF A PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMNOTEIN SEVERAL OF THE INSPECTION PROCEDURES DESCRIBED A FULLALARM WILL BE OBSERVED. THE FULL ALARM CONDITION IN-CLUDES AN AUDIBLE TONE THAT CAN EXCEED 95 DBA AT 3 METERS(9.9 FT.). TO PREVENT POSSIBLE HEARING DAMAGE DURING TEST,IMMEDIATELY RESET THE ALARM ON VERIFICATION THAT IT ISFUNCTIONING PROPERLY. WEAR HEARING PROTECTION IF PRO-LONGED EXPOSURE TO A FULL ALARM CONDITION IS ANTICIPATED.NOTEIF THIS INSPECTION IS DONE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT IT MAY BE HELP-FUL TO SHADE THE LENS ON THE CONTROL CONSOLE WITH YOURHAND TO BE SURE THE LIGHTS ARE FLASHING AS DESCRIBED.1. While performing the visual inspection of the respirator, visually inspectall distress alarm enclosures, lenses, and wire conduits for cracks, wearor other damage. If any damage is found, remove the respirator fromservice and tag for repair by qualified personnel.2. With the cylinder valve closed, press the manual alarm button, locatedon the front of the distress alarm control console. The manual alarmshall sound a loud almost continuous 3 tone chirp accompanied by flashingof the red signal light on the control console.4. Reset the manual alarm by pressing twice on the reset button locatedon the side of the control console (fully depress reset button, releaseand press again). The unit will sound three chirps and the green lightwill flash.5. Turn the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm OFF by pressing the resetbutton twice again. The unit will sound a two tone chirp and the greenlight will go out.6. Open the cylinder valve to pressurize the respirator system. The distressalarm shall sound 3 quick chirps and the light on the control consoleshall begin flashing green about once a second. The 3 chirps will soundapproximately the same time the VIBRALERT® in the mask mountedregulator actuates briefly. Make sure the air flow is stopped by pressingthe air saver/donning switch.7. To check the pre-alarm, leave respirator motionless for twenty (20) sec-onds. The green flashing light shall be replaced by a red flashing light.An ascending/descending tone will sound increasing in volume. Leavethe respirator motionless.8. After the pre-alarm condition occurs, check the pre-alarm reset. Withintwelve (12) seconds of the pre-alarm, move the respirator to activate themotion sensor. The PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm shall reset to theautomatic mode. The red flashing light shall be replaced by a green flash-ing light and the ascending/descending tone shall stop.Continue with regular operational inspection of respirator as directed byrespirator instructions or your approved respiratory protection plan pro-cedure. During the inspection the respirator must be moved or turnedevery thirty (30) seconds or less to prevent the sounding of the full alarm.
Page 13 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGIF THE LOW BATTERY INDICATION (ONESTEADY CHIRP EVERY TWO (2) SECONDSWITH NO FLASHING LIGHTS) OCCURS AT ANYTIME DURING REGULAR OPERATIONAL IN-SPECTION, DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR.CHANGE THE BATTERIES IN THE SENSORMODULE IMMEDIATELY AND REPEAT THEREGULAR OPERATIONAL TEST OR TAKE THERESPIRATOR OUT OF SERVICE UNTIL THEBATTERIES ARE CHANGED AND THE REGULAROPERATIONAL TEST IS SUCCESSFULLY PER-FORMED.After completion of all respirator checks and before turning off the cyl-inder valve:1. Check the manual reset of the pre-alarm. Leave the respirator motion-less until pre-alarm condition occurs. Within twelve (12) seconds pressand hold the reset button. Three (3) chirps shall sound, then releasebutton. The distress alarm shall reset to the automatic mode and theflashing red light will be replaced by a flashing green light.2. To check the full alarm, leave the respirator motionless until the pre-alarm condition occurs. Do not reset. The full alarm shall sound a loudalmost continuous 3 tone chirp accompanied by flashing of the red sig-nal light on the control console.3. Reset the full alarm by pressing twice on the reset button located on theside of the control console (fully depress reset button, release andpress again). The loud alarm shall stop. The unit will sound three chirpsand the green light will flash. The unit shall reset to the automatic mode.4. Finish all respirator checks involving air flow and turn off the cylindervalve. Use the purge valve to release all residual air pressure in thesystem.With the cylinder valve OFF:1. Check the continuing operation of the distress alarm. The distress alarmshall remain active with green light flashing. Do not move respirator, pre-alarm shall occur with twenty (20) seconds. Move respirator slightly,pre-alarm shall reset, green light shall start flashing again.2. To turn the distress alarm off, press the reset button twice (press, re-lease and press again). If there is air pressure left in the system, thegreen flashing light will continue to flash while a fifteen second beep se-quence is heard from the sensor module as the residual air bleeds fromthe system. As soon as the air has completely bled from system, the unitwill sound a quick two tone chirp and the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarmwill be inactive. If there is no air pressure in the system when the RESETbutton is pressed twice, there will be no beep sequence, only the quicktwo tone chirp. The distress alarm is now in the "OFF" condition. If thereis any air pressure left in the system, the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm will return to the active mode.NOTEIF THE LOW BATTERY INDICATION (ONE STEADY CHIRP EVERY TWO(2) SECONDS WITH NO FLASHING LIGHTS) OCCURS AT ANY TIMEDURING REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION, DO NOT USE THERESPIRATOR. CHANGE THE BATTERIES IN THE SENSOR MODULEIMMEDIATELY AND REPEAT THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL TEST ORTAKE THE RESPIRATOR OUT OF SERVICE UNTIL THE BATTERIES ARECHANGED AND THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL TEST IS SUCCESSFULLYPERFORMED.REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTIONFOR A PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM WITHOPTIONAL PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEMCONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
Page 14 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07 INSPECTION OF A PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMWITH OPTIONAL PAK-TRACKER LOCATOR SYSTEMREGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION CONTINUED...Inspect and test the SCOTT PAK-TRACKER Locator System speciallyequipped PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm along with the inspection and testof the SCOTT SCBA respirator before each use. Include the following in-spection procedures with the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTIONprocedures defined in your respirator instructions. If any malfunction of therespirator, the PAK-TRACKER Locator System, or the PAK-ALERT SE 7 dis-tress alarm is noted during the inspection, remove the respirator from serviceand tag for repair by authorized personnel.To test the PAK-TRACKER locator transmitter, you must have an operatingSCOTT PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver.WARNINGFOLLOW REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPEC-TION PROCEDURE EXACTLY. IF THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM DOES NOTACTUATE, OR DOES NOT OPERATE AS DE-SCRIBED OR IF ANY OTHER OPERATIONALMALFUNCTION IS NOTED, DO NOT USE THERESPIRATOR.CAUTIONTHE PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES OF THEPAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM CANNOTBE PROPERLY TESTED IN THE FIELD.WARNINGTHE PROPER OPERATION OF THE LOCATORSYSTEM CANNOT BE CHECKED WITHOUTCHECKING ALL COMPONENTS OF THE SYS-TEM TOGETHER. THE REGULAROPERATIONAL INSPECTION MUST INCLUDETHE HAND HELD RECEIVER AND THE TRANS-MITTERS IN THE PAK-TRACKER LOCATORSYSTEM SPECIALLY EQUIPPED PAK-ALERT SE7 DISTRESS ALARM WORKING WITH EACHOTHER TO CONFIRM PROPER OPERATION.FAILURE TO PROPERLY INSPECT THE COM-PLETE SYSTEM MAY RESULT IN FAILURE OFONE COMPONENT WHICH COULD LEAD TOSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.WARNINGIN SEVERAL OF THE INSPECTION PROCE-DURES DESCRIBED A FULL ALARM WILL BEOBSERVED. THE FULL ALARM CONDITION IN-CLUDES AN AUDIBLE TONE THAT CAN EXCEED95 DBA AT 3 METERS (9.9 FT.). TO PREVENTPOSSIBLE HEARING DAMAGE DURING TEST,IMMEDIATELY RESET THE ALARM ON VERIFI-CATION THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.WEAR HEARING PROTECTION IF PROLONGEDEXPOSURE TO A FULL ALARM CONDITION ISANTICIPATED.NOTEIN SEVERAL OF THE INSPECTION PROCEDURES DESCRIBED A FULLALARM WILL BE OBSERVED. THE FULL ALARM CONDITION IN-CLUDES AN AUDIBLE TONE THAT CAN EXCEED 95 DBA AT 3 METERS(9.9 FT.). TO PREVENT POSSIBLE HEARING DAMAGE DURING TEST,IMMEDIATELY RESET THE ALARM ON VERIFICATION THAT IT ISFUNCTIONING PROPERLY. WEAR HEARING PROTECTION IF PRO-LONGED EXPOSURE TO A FULL ALARM CONDITION IS ANTICIPATED.NOTEIF THIS INSPECTION IS DONE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT IT MAY BE HELP-FUL TO SHADE THE LENS ON THE CONTROL CONSOLE WITH YOURHAND TO BE SURE THE LIGHTS ARE FLASHING AS DESCRIBED.1. While performing the visual inspection of the respirator, visually inspectall distress alarm enclosures, lenses, and wire conduits for cracks, wearor other damage. If any damage is found, remove the respirator fromservice and tag for repair by qualified personnel.2. Turn on the SCOTT PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver according tothe operating instructions provided with the unit. Position the Hand HeldReceiver near by.3. With the cylinder valve closed, press the manual alarm button, locatedon the front of the distress alarm control console.a) The manual alarm shall sound a loud almost continuous 3 tone chirpaccompanied by flashing of the red signal light on the control console.b) The PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver will sound an alarm and dis-play the Identification Number of the PAK-TRACKER Locator Systemspecially equipped PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm which appears onthe label on the Sensor Module or the Control Console. Use the SCROLLbutton on the Hand Held Receiver to highlight the active ID number andpress the ENTER button on the Hand Held Receiver to select the dis-played ID number. Point the unit directly at and in close proximity to therespirator. The signal strength displayed will be at its highest value.4. Reset the manual alarm by pressing twice on the reset button locatedon the side of the control console (fully depress reset button, releaseand press again).a) The unit will sound three chirps and the green light will flash.b) The PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver will reset to its non-alarmstate.5. Turn the PAK-TRACKER Locator System specially equipped PAK-ALERTSE 7 distress alarm OFF by pressing the reset button twice again. Theunit will sound a two tone chirp and the green light will go out.6. Open the cylinder valve to pressurize the respirator system. The distressalarm shall sound 3 quick chirps and the light on the control consoleshall begin flashing green about once a second. The 3 chirps will soundapproximately the same time the VIBRALERT® in the mask mountedregulator actuates briefly. Make sure the air flow is stopped by pressingthe air saver/donning switch.
Page 15 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/077. To check the pre-alarm, leave respirator motionless for twenty (20) sec-onds. The green flashing light shall be replaced by a red flashing light.An ascending/descending tone will sound increasing in volume. Leavethe respirator motionless.8. After the pre-alarm condition occurs, check the pre-alarm reset. Withintwelve (12) seconds of the pre-alarm, move the respirator to activate themotion sensor. The PAK-TRACKER Locator System specially equippedPAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm shall reset to the automatic mode. Thered flashing light shall be replaced by a green flashing light and the as-cending/descending tone shall stop.Continue with regular operational inspection of respirator as directed byrespirator instructions or your approved respiratory protection plan pro-cedure. During the inspection the respirator must be moved or turnedevery thirty (30) seconds or less to prevent the sounding of the full alarm.After completion of all respirator checks and before turning off thecylinder valve:1. Check the manual reset of the pre-alarm. Leave the respirator motion-less until pre-alarm condition occurs. Within twelve (12) seconds pressand hold the reset button. Three (3) chirps shall sound, then releasebutton. The distress alarm shall reset to the automatic mode and theflashing red light will be replaced by a flashing green light.2. To check the full alarm, leave the respirator motionless until the pre-alarm condition occurs. Do not reset.a) The full alarm shall sound a loud almost continuous 3 tone chirp accom-panied by flashing of the red signal light on the control console.b) The PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver will sound an alarm and dis-play the Identification Number of the PAK-TRACKER Locator Systemspecially equipped PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm which appears onthe label on the Sensor Module or the Control Console. Use the SCROLLbutton on the Hand Held Receiver to highlight the active ID number andpress the ENTER button on the Hand Held Receiver to select the dis-played ID number. Point the unit directly at and in close proximity to therespirator. The signal strength displayed will be at its highest value.4. Reset the full alarm by pressing twice on the reset button located on theside of the control console (fully depress reset button, release andpress again).a) The loud alarm shall stop. The unit will sound three chirps and thegreen light will flash. The unit shall reset to the automatic mode.b) The PAK-TRACKER Hand Held Receiver will reset to its non-alarmstate.5. Finish all respirator checks involving air flow and turn off the cylinder valve.Use the purge valve to release all residual air pressure in the system.WARNINGIF THE LOW BATTERY INDICATION (ONESTEADY CHIRP EVERY TWO (2) SECONDSWITH NO FLASHING LIGHTS) OCCURS AT ANYTIME DURING REGULAR OPERATIONAL IN-SPECTION, DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR.CHANGE THE BATTERIES IN THE SENSORMODULE IMMEDIATELY AND REPEAT THEREGULAR OPERATIONAL TEST OR TAKE THERESPIRATOR OUT OF SERVICE UNTIL THEBATTERIES ARE CHANGED AND THE REGULAROPERATIONAL TEST IS SUCCESSFULLY PER-FORMED.REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTIONCONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...
Page 16 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION CONTINUED...With the cylinder valve OFF:1. Check the continuing operation of the distress alarm. The distress alarmshall remain active with green light flashing. Do not move respirator, pre-alarm shall occur with twenty (20) seconds. Move respirator slightly,pre-alarm shall reset, green light shall start flashing again.2. To turn the distress alarm off, press the reset button twice (press, re-lease and press again). If there is air pressure left in the system, thegreen flashing light will continue to flash while a fifteen second beep se-quence is heard from the sensor module as the residual air bleeds fromthe system. As soon as the air has completely bled from system, the unitwill sound a quick two tone chirp and the PASS DEVICE distress alarm willbe inactive. If there is no pressure in the system when the RESET buttonis pressed twice, there will be no beep sequence. The distress alarm isnow in the “OFF” condition. If there is air pressure in the system, thePASS DEVICE distress alarm will return to the active mode.NOTEIF THE LOW BATTERY INDICATION (ONE STEADY CHIRP EVERY TWO (2)SECONDS WITH NO FLASHING LIGHTS) OCCURS AT ANY TIME DURINGREGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION, DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR.CHANGE THE BATTERIES IN THE SENSOR MODULE IMMEDIATELY ANDREPEAT THE REGULAR OPERATIONAL TEST OR TAKE THE RESPIRA-TOR OUT OF SERVICE UNTIL THE BATTERIES ARE CHANGED AND THEREGULAR OPERATIONAL TEST IS SUCCESSFULLY PERFORMED.
Page 17 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07When performing the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION verify thatthe Sensor Module lights are operating as described below:OPERATION OF SENSOR MODULE LIGHTSNOTETHE ORANGE LIGHT IS A COMBINATION OF THE RED, GREEN, ANDWHITE LIGHTS THAT APPEARS ORANGE FROM A DISTANCE. ATCLOSE RANGE THE INDIVIDUAL LIGHTS MAY BE VISIBLE. ACTION... SENSOR MODULE LIGHTS WILL…Start up PASS (Open Cylinder) ....................................... Bright Light then Flash GREENNormal Operation............................................................. Flash GREENRespirator Low air (1/4 cylinder) ......................................Flash ORANGE (alternately)Low Battery while ON .......................................................Flash ORANGE once a secondShut down ........................................................................ Lights OFFPress RESET w/unit OFF (BATTERY TEST)................. Bright Light then:Flash GREEN if Good/Flash RED if LowPress MANUAL ALARM with unit OFF............................ Flash GREEN then Full Alarm Flash REDPress RESET from manual alarm................................... Returns to Flash GREENPASS Pre-Alarm ............................................................. Flash RED (alternately)PASS Full alarm .............................................................. Flash RED (simultaneously)Install Cylinder.................................................................. Flash BLUERemove Cylinder..............................................................Flash REDIn addition, when performing the REGULAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTIONon NxG7 respirators equipped with a PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm, verifythat the Sensor Module lights also operate as described below: ACTION... SENSOR MODULE LIGHTS WILL…SENSOR MODULE LIGHTS ON THE NxG7 SCBA
Page 18 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07CAUTIONSYSTEM MUST NOT BE PRESSURIZED WHENBATTERIES ARE INSTALLED. DAMAGE TO THEELECTRONIC COMPONENTS MAY RESULT IFBATTERIES ARE INSTALLED WITH SYSTEMPRESSURIZED.Respirators equipped with the PAK-ALERT with the integrated PAK-TRACKER Locator System require six (6) “AA” cell batteries foroperation. The six (6) batteries power the Heads-Up Display, the PASSdevice, and the PAK-TRACKER Transmitter. The batteries should be re-placed only by a trained maintenance technician in a clean area knownto be nonflammable. Replace batteries as follows:1. Close respirator cylinder valve, open regulator purge valve letting outall the trapped air, close regulator purge valve, press the reset buttontwice. If there is air pressure left in the system, the green flashing light willcontinue to flash while a fifteen second beep sequence is heard from thesensor module as the residual air bleeds from the system. As soon as theair has completely bled from system, the unit will sound a quick two tonechirp and the PASS DEVICE distress alarm will be inactive. If there is nopressure in the system when the RESET button is pressed twice, therewill be no beep sequence. If there is air pressure in the system, thePASS DEVICE distress alarm will return to the active mode.NOTEALWAYS BE SURE THAT CYLINDER VALVE IS OFF AND THE PASSDEVICE IS COMPLETELY INACTIVE BEFORE CHANGING BATTERIES.NEVER REMOVE OR REPLACE BATTERIES WITH SYSTEM PRESSUR-IZED OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.2. When replacing batteries on respirators, remove the cylinder and placethe respirator in a clean, non-hazardous area.3. Use a Phillips driver to remove the Battery Housing Cover as shown inFIGURE 6. Carefully remove the cover and set aside.4. Remove used batteries from battery compartment by sliding them out ofthe battery compartment.5. Install six (6) fresh new “AA” batteries of the same type. Always replaceall batteries at the same time.The battery holder is marked with the style and orientation of the batter-ies required. See FIGURE 7.Use six (6) each of one of the following 1.5 volt AA batteries:–Duracell2 Alkaline MN1500–Duracell Alkaline MX1500–Duracell Alkaline PC1500–Eveready Energizer3 Alkaline EN91–Eveready Energizer Alkaline E91.Do not mix batteries. Verify correct orientation of batteries as shown onlabel inside the battery holder.WARNINGTHE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM IS IN-TENDED TO ASSIST IN LOCATING A PERSONWHO MAY BE IN A LIFE THREATENING SITUA-TION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THEINSTRUCTIONS FOR OPENING, CHANGING THEBATTERIES AND RE-CLOSING THE BATTERYCOMPARTMENT MAY RESULT IN DAMAGEWHICH COULD CAUSE FAILURE OF THE PASSDURING A LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCYOR COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION IN AFLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHEREPOSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.WARNINGBATTERIES MUST ONLY BE CHANGED IN ANAREA KNOWN TO BE NONFLAMMABLE.CHANGING THE BATTERIES IN A FLAMMABLEATMOSPHERE MAY CAUSE AN IGNITIONWHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH.BATTERY REPLACEMENT2 Duracell is a registered trademark of The Gillette Company, Boston, MA.3 Energizer is a registered trademark of Eveready Battery Company, Inc., St Louis, MO.WARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPLOSION USEBATTERIES ONLY FROM THE LIST PROVIDED,DO NOT MIX OLD BATTERIES WITH UNUSEDBATTERIES, AND DO NOT MIX BATTERIESFROM DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS. UNAU-THORIZED SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTSMAY IMPAIR INTRINSIC SAFETY AND CAUSEAN EXPLOSION WHICH COULD LEAD TO SE-RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.FIGURE 6USE SCREWDRIVERTO LOOSEN SCREW AND REMOVECOVER
Page 19 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07CHECK YOUR WORK!BEFORE ASSEMBLY OF BATTERY COVER,CHECK TO SEE BOTH BATTERIES ARE FRESH,NEW BATTERIES OF THE TYPE INDICATEDABOVE AND THAT THEY HAVE BEEN IN-STALLED PROPERLY.FIGURE 7BE SURE SEALINGSURFACES ARECLEAN BEFOREREASSEMBLY6. The battery cover must be installed so that it is water tight after replace-ment. Clean the sealing rib around battery compartment and sealing faceof the cover, shown in FIGURE 7, by wiping with a clean damp cloth toremove any dirt or foreign matter which might prevent a proper seal. Checkcover gasket for tears or cuts. If damage is found, remove respirator fromservice and tag for repair by authorized personnel.7. Install battery cover and tighten the cover screw until snug.AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERIES, PERFORM A REGULAR OP-ERATIONAL INSPECTION BEFORE RETURNING RESPIRATOR TOSERVICE.
Page 20 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGECleaning, maintenance and storage of a respirator with a PAK-TRACKERLocator System specially equipped PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm shall bedone as part of the normal respirator CLEANING AND STORAGE and REGU-LAR OPERATIONAL INSPECTION as described in the OPERATING ANDMAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS supplied with each SCOTT respirator.Store the respirator and attached distress alarm in accordance with the OP-ERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS provided with therespirator. Do not store respirators equipped with distress alarms in the prox-imity of radio antennas or radio transmitter base units. Respirators equippedwith PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarms must be stored or transported at leasttwo (2) feet away from radio antennas on fire equipment.Clean the exterior of the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm while cleaning theexterior of the respirator by wiping with a damp sponge and thoroughly wip-ing dry. The Signal Light lens on the front of the control console, shown inFIGURE 2, should be cleaned after every use to insure maximum light inten-sity at all times. Do not use solvents for cleaning or attempt to paint or applydecals to the exterior surfaces of the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm.If during use, the respirator and/or PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm issuspected of being contaminated by a hazardous substance, the con-taminant must be identified and properly removed or the contaminatedcomponent(s) must be replaced before next use. Dispose of the con-taminant or the contaminated component(s) in accordance with applicableregulatory requirements.Except for the replacement of batteries, no attempt shall be made to domaintenance or to make adjustments or repairs beyond the scope of thisinstruction manual without proper training.
Page 21 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07MARKING AND PAINTINGDo not mark, etch, paint, or drill any of the Pak-Alert components or hous-ings in any way.REPLACEMENT PARTS AND SERVICEThe PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is covered by a one year warranty.Consult your Authorized SCOTT Representative, Distributor or Service Cen-ter as to the availability of Service and Parts for the PAK-ALERT SE 7 distressalarm. Replacement 9 Volt Batteries of the type designated are commer-cially available over the counter, from your SCOTT Distributor, and from mostIndustrial Battery Distributors.Except for the replacement of batteries, no attempt shall be made to domaintenance or to make adjustments or repairs beyond the scope of thisinstruction manual without proper training.RETIREMENT CRITERIA AND CONSIDERATIONRetirement criteria and consideration shall be determined by SCOTT trainedand Certified Overhaul Technicians.
Page 22 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07WARNINGREAD AND UNDERSTAND THE COMPLETE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USING A RES-PIRATOR WITH A PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARM INSTALLED.WHEN THE PAK-ALERTDISTRESS ALARM IS: IT INDICATES THAT:Quiet. No lights or soundFlashing the green lightFlashing the red light and sounding anascending/descending tone.Flashing the red light and sounding aloud continuous 3 tone chirpChirping once every two (2) seconds withno light flashingThe PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is offor the batteries are used up or removed.The PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is on,in automatic mode, and monitoring yourmotion.You have not moved in the last twenty (20)seconds, PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarmwill go into full alarm in twelve (12) sec-onds or less if you do not move.Full alarm: You have not moved in the lastthirty (30) seconds or more or you pushedthe manual alarm button.The batteries are low. You must put in newbatteries before using the PAK-ALERT SE7 distress alarm again (it will work in lowbattery condition long enough to let youfinish the cylinder of air you are on).QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO USE:WHEN YOU WANT TO: YOU DO: THE PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESSALARM DOES:Turn it on.Re-set pre-alarmRe-set full alarmTurn it off (finished with use)Turn on the manual alarm.Open cylinder valve (cylindermust have air in it).Move so that the respiratormoves.3 quick audible chirps, greenflashing light on control console.Red flashing light changes togreen, ascending/descendingtone stops.Loud 3 tone chirp stops, 3 quickchirps, then red flashing lightchanges to green flashing light.The flashing light goes out and afifteen (15) second beep se-quence occurs as the residual airbleeds off. Unit will sound a twotone chirp at turn off.Goes into full alarm, loud 3 tonechirps from sensor module andbright red flashing light fromcontrol console.Press re-set button on controlconsole twice (push, release,push again).Close respirator cylinder valve,open regulator purge valveletting out all the trapped air,close regulator purge valve,press re-set button twice.Press alarm button on controlconsole (works whether thePAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarmis on or off).
Page 23 of 20 P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESS ALARMPERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONSSound Levels:Pre-Alarm............................70 to 105 dBA incrementally at left earFull-Alarm ...........................95 to 100 dBA @ 9.9 Ft. (3m)Frequency Range ...............1.5 KHz to 4 KHzBattery Life (fresh batteries)Alkaline Batteries:Automatic (green flashing light, no sound) ............Approx. 1000 hoursFull Alarm (red flashing light, 95 dBA sound)........ Approx. 8 hoursLithium Batteries:Automatic (green flashing light, no sound)...................... > 2,000 hoursFull alarm (red flashing light, 95 dBA sound) .................. 8-16 hoursComplianceThe SCOTT PAK-ALERT SE 7 distress alarm is a NIOSH approved acces-sory for use on only the following SCOTT AIR-PAK respirators:(NIOSH approval numbers have been included for identification):SCOTT 2.2 Air-Pak (30 min.) TC-13F-80SCOTT 3.0 Air-Pak (30 min.) TC-13F-366SCOTT 4.5 Air-Pak (30 min.) TC-13F-76SCOTT 4.5 Air-Pak (45 min.) TC-13F-212SCOTT 4.5 Air-Pak (60 min.) TC-13F-96NOTEDO NOT USE A FIBERGLASS WRAPPED ONE HOUR CYLINDER ON AMODEL 4.5 AIR PAK EQUIPPED WITH A PAK-ALERT SE 7 DISTRESSALARM AS THE WEIGHT WILL EXCEED THE 35 LBS APPROVAL LIMITFOR SCBA’s ESTABLISHED BY NIOSH.QUESTIONS OR CONCERNSIf you have any questions or concerns regarding use of this equipment, con-tact your authorized SCOTT dealer or distributor, or contact SCOTT at1-800-247-7257 (or 704-291-8300 outside the continental United States) orvisit our web site at www.scotthealthsafety.com.Report any operational malfunctions of the PASS function of this deviceto the certification agency Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), 1307 DolleyMadison Blvd. Suite 3A, McLean, VA 22101, (703) 442-5732, FAX (703)442-5756.
Page 24 of 20P/N 595128-01 Rev A 8/07Health & Safety ProductsMonroe Corporate CenterPO Box 569Monroe, NC 28111Telephone 1-800-247-7257FAX (704) 291-8330www.scotthealthsafety.comPrinted in USANOTICE:THESE USER INSTRUCTIONSARE TO BE REMOVED ONLYBY THE END USER.

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