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PREPARING THE C420 PAPR FOR USE

beyond two (2) hours after initial use in an atmosphere
containing CBRN agents in liquid or mist form; otherwise,
agent permeation may occur.

DO NOT replace canisters in a contaminated area.
Be sure to follow applicable decontamination pro-
cedures

If the respirator does not perform as specified, it
must not be used until it has been checked by
authorized personnel.

Return to a non-contaminated area immediately if
you experience unusual sensations (nausea, dizzi-
ness, eye irritation, unusual odor or taste, exces-
sive fatigue, or difficulty breathing).

Failure to follow this warning can result in serious

personal injury or death.

AIRFLOW TEST (WITH CANISTERS INSTALLED)

Failure to verify proper airflow from the blower assem-
bly may result in reduced performance of the unit,
resulting in serious personal injury or death.

Conducting the Airflow Test

1. Inspect the airflow indicator to verify that the O-ring is

present and in good condition. The red ball must
move freely within the column.

2. Position the C420 PAPR blower in the upright position

so the airflow indicator is vertical on top of the C420
PAPR blower assembly.

3. Insert the airflow indicator into the blower assembly air

outlet. Push the airflow indicator into the air outlet until
it bottoms out on the shoulder.

4. Turn the blower assembly to the “ON” position.
5. Support the blower assembly on a horizontal surface

so that the airflow indicator is approximately vertical.

6. Observe the reading on the airflow indicator.

Acceptable performance shall be indicated by the
position of the red ball being above the line marked on
the outside of the column.

Note:

With fresh canisters and a new battery installed, the

red ball should rise nearly to the top of the airflow indicator.

INSTALLING THE BREATHING TUBE

The FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR utilizes a 6” PAPR
breathing tube extension coupled with either an 18” or
22” APR breathing tube.

Attaching the Breathing Tube assembly to the Blower

1. Remove the green plug from the PAPR breathing tube

extension inlet. Do not discard the plug. The plug will
be used when storing the breathing tube.

2. Inspect the gray gasket in the breathing tube inlet. If

gasket is damaged or missing, replace the gasket (P/N
B-10022-001).

3. Attach the breathing tube inlet to the blower outlet

connection and snugly hand-tighten.

Attaching the PAPR Breathing Tube extension to the
APR Breathing Tube

1. Remove the green plug from the PAPR breathing tube

extension outlet. Do not discard the plug. The plug will
be used when storing the breathing tube.

2. Inspect the green gasket in the APR breathing tube

inlet. If gasket is damaged or missing, replace the
gasket (P/N 10078974).

3. Inspect the green gasket seal around the outside of

the plunger in the APR breathing tube inlet (if using an
APR breathing tube with a plunger). If the gasket is
missing or damaged, do not use the APR breathing
tube.

4. Attach the PAPR breathing tube extension outlet to

the APR breathing tube inlet connection and snugly
hand-tighten.

Attaching the Breathing Tube Assembly to the
Facepiece

1. If attached, remove the black plastic cap from the

facepiece inlet connection.

2. Attach the APR breathing tube outlet to the facepiece

inlet connection and snugly hand-tighten using the
handwheel.

The handwheel on the breathing tube must rotate eas-
ily. If debris has stopped the handwheel from rotating
easily, the faceseal could leak if the breathing tube
gets moved while on the user’s face. Failure to follow
this warning can result in serious personal injury or
death.

Optional Accessory:
Attaching the Spark Covers (Recommended for use in
spark environments)

1. Remove the canisters and spark covers from the

packaging.

2. Attach the canisters to the PAPR.

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Summary of Contents for FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR

Page 1: ... perform as designed only if they are used and serviced according to the instructions OTHERWISE THEY COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS DESIGNED AND PERSONS WHO RELY ON THESE RESPIRATORS COULD SUSTAIN SERIOUS PER SONAL INJURY OR DEATH The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this manual For any additional...

Page 2: ...rs are replaced before breakthrough occurs I Contains electrical parts that may cause an ignition source in flammable or explosive atmospheres J Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in injury or death L Follow the manufacturer s User s Instructions for changing canisters M All approved respirators shall be selected fitted used and maintained in accordance with MSHA OSHA a...

Page 3: ...PAPR for firefighting in oxygen deficient atmospheres or for protection against air borne contaminants from which the canister does not protect 5 Firehawk Regulator must always be connected to the inlet adapter when used as a CBRN APR Respirator or CBRN PAPR Respirator 6 The Firehawk Regulator is a non functional compo nent as regulator but is functional as a plug for the front port DO NOT attach ...

Page 4: ...NOTES 4 TAL 804 L Rev 0 10086003 ...

Page 5: ...must be used in conjunction with the proper canisters for protection against specific contaminants If you cannot determine that the canisters used with this device is designed for the contaminant or if you do not know the identity of the contaminant do not use this device 8 DO NOT use when concentrations of contaminants are unknown 9 DO NOT block the canisters 10 DO NOT use when appropriate exposu...

Page 6: ...he expected air flow through the canis ters An average airflow of approximately two cubic feet per minute 2 CFM will flow through each canister during prolonged use The single use battery may be used up to eight 8 hours under certain conditions The rechargeable battery may be used for up to four 4 hours under certain conditions Air flow must be checked as described in these instruc tions for maxim...

Page 7: ...he limitations outlined in the applicable NIOSH approval 3 Any applicable limitation contained in a standard established by a regulatory agency such as OSHA with jurisdiction over the wearer 4 This respirator can be used for protection against a mixture of contaminants that are present simultane ously or alternately against one contaminant then another using the same canisters or filters if the mi...

Page 8: ...ck or a rechargeable 4 8 volt nominal nickel metal hydride NiMH battery pack Weight Blower assembly with battery pack and two can isters approximately 4lbs Contents The C420 PAPR filtering system kit is shipped with the components listed Note Upon receipt of PAPR kit inspect the contents for shipping damage and ensure all components are present C420 Motor Blower Assembly PAPR Breathing Tube Extens...

Page 9: ...y Pack use the green battery cap assembly sup plied with the NiMH Battery Pack DO NOT completely discharge a rechargeable battery Rechargeable batteries must not be used for more than four 4 hours at a time Failure to follow this cau tion can result in reduced airflow and can cause the battery to be permanently damaged Installing the Green Battery Cap Assembly for NiMH Battery Packs only 1 Remove ...

Page 10: ...t the canister type is appropriate for use in the environment 1 Verify shelf life expiration date on carton bag and canister label has not been exceeded DO NOT use an expired canister DO NOT use the canister if the bag is opened damaged or missing The canister must be in its original packaging prior to use in a contaminated environment Do not reuse the canister Failure to follow this warning can r...

Page 11: ...THE BREATHING TUBE The FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR utilizes a 6 PAPR breathing tube extension coupled with either an 18 or 22 APR breathing tube Attaching the Breathing Tube assembly to the Blower 1 Remove the green plug from the PAPR breathing tube extension inlet Do not discard the plug The plug will be used when storing the breathing tube 2 Inspect the gray gasket in the breathing tube inlet If ...

Page 12: ...de of the cover twist and pull the spark cover off 6 Check the spark cover before each use to ensure no sparks have created holes or warped the part If holes are created or the part is warped replace the spark cover with a new one The FireHawk M7 Responder PAPR is now ready for use The user must follow the donning procedures before actu al use of the respirator 12 TAL 804 L Rev 0 10086003 motion f...

Page 13: ...ube to create or remove slack in the breathing tube Note The C420 PAPR may be used with either a standard 18 P N 10082517 or a long 22 P N 10082542 APR breathing tube Note Use a buddy if the situation permits to ensure that the C420 PAPR is donned correctly the head harness is in place the blower is positioned correctly the waist belt is secure and all components are properly assembled and tighten...

Page 14: ...test after four 4 hours of use and again two 2 hours later after six 6 hours of use Conducting an In Use Flow Test Note The user must leave the contaminated area and if necessary be decontaminated 1 Remove the breathing tube from the blower 2 Install the airflow indicator Refer to the Air Flow Test with Canisters Installed section 3 Turn the blower assembly switch to the ON position Ensure the red...

Page 15: ...anisters Canisters are considered to be in service when they are removed from their packaging Canisters are intended for one time use only and must be disposed of upon termination of use 1 Open the battery compartment by unthreading counter clockwise the battery cap assembly 2 Remove the battery a The non rechargeable LI SO2 battery must be dis posed of on termination of use Do not reuse the batte...

Page 16: ...NOTES 16 TAL 804 L Rev 0 10086003 ...

Page 17: ...r or chemical canisters 5 Inspect the equipment for worn inlet gaskets dam aged threads cracked plastic components rubber parts worn or frayed belts or other damaged compo nents Make note of any damaged components and replace before storage 6 Use a damp cloth or sponge saturated with Confidence Plus or equivalent cleaning solution to wipe the breathing tube and motor blower clean 7 Carefully clean...

Page 18: ...NOTES 18 TAL 804 L Rev 0 10086003 ...

Page 19: ...r discharge cycles for optimum battery performance The discharge cycles should be completed with the blower running in a non hazardous environment with no breathing tube or canisters attached to the blower 1 Place the charger horizontally on a flat surface and in a dust free area with a temperature range between 32 F and 100 F 0 C and 37 7 C The ideal tempera ture is 70 F 21 1 C 2 Insert the appro...

Page 20: ... to the charging plug housing Rapid Charger LED Illumination Sequence DO NOT allow the battery pack to fully discharge The functional system operational time for the battery pack is approx 4 hours Operating the system in excess of 4 hours results in significantly reduced air flow 20 TAL 804 L Rev 0 10086003 LED Illumination Charging Status w AC Power Cord plugged in Orange No battery attached or c...

Page 21: ...label from the side of the battery next to the contact end Attached to the label is a pull tab The pull tab must be removed with the label 2 Store the battery with the label removed for five 5 days to completely discharge 3 Dispose and or recycle batteries in accordance with federal state and local regulations DO NOT attempt to the charge the LI SO2 battery The battery may ignite resulting in seri...

Page 22: ...NOTES 22 TAL 804 L Rev 0 10086003 ...

Page 23: ...ative of MSA may bind MSA to any affirmation representation or modification of the war ranty concerning the goods sold under this contract THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR RANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY AND IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE TERMS HEREOF MSA SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTIC ULAR PURPOSE 2 Exclusive Remedy It is expressly agre...

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