SUPER PASS II Personal Alert Safety System Charles Montgomery Fire Chief Course Developed by Lt....

SUPER PASS IISUPER PASS IIPersonal Alert Safety System

Charles MontgomeryFire Chief

Course Developed by Lt. Ricky Phillips

Sam JohnsonAssistant Chief

Super PASS II Training ProgramSuper PASS II Training Program

IntroductionIntroduction

• Features “Auto On”– Assures PASS is being worn– Assures PASS is turned on

• NFPA Compliant– NFPA 1982, Standard on Personal Alert

Safety Systems, 1998 edition


SpecificationsSpecifications

• Dimensions– 2.1” wide x 3.2” high x 1.6” deep

• Weight– 7 oz. With battery (w/out key)

• Alarm Audio Output– 98+ dBA @ 10 feet



• Visual / Audio Mode Display:– “Off”

– “On”

– “Pre-Alert”

– “Alert”



• Activation: all electronic switching– “Auto-On”– “Alarm”– “Reset”– “OFF”



• Case– Rugged– High Temperature– Impact Resistance– Translucent– Apache Yellow polycarbonate



• Method of attachment– rugged Grip Clip– D-ring



• Battery– 9 volt Duracell MN1604 recommended

• Battery Life– 300 hours in sensing mode– 2 to 4 hours in alarm mode



• Product life– approx. 3-5 years depending on

frequency of use

• Product should be retired from service after five years of use– earlier when severely damaged


Temperature Sensing OptionTemperature Sensing Option

• Unit is equipped with option– side and alarm buttons are RED– serial number ends in an H

• Temperature alarm should not be used as an absolute measure of temperatures– alarm may sound earlier or later– depends on where worn and environmental

conditions


Temperature SensingTemperature Sensing

• When temperature thermostat limits have been exceeded– Temperature Alarm Sounds

• a rapid chirping tone

– LED display• slow pulsing four red LEDs

• Unit must cool down below temp. limits before unit will reset– alarm cannot be turned off


Temp. Alarm Approx. Temp. Alarm Approx. Response TimesResponse Times

350ºF - 6 minutes

300 ºF - 8 minutes

250 ºF - 10 minutes

200 ºF - 12 minutes


1. Alarm Button2. Reset Buttons3. Grip Clip and “D” Ring4. LED’s5. Sound Releasing ports6. Accountability tag7. ID Window8. Tether Cord


Operating InstructionsOperating Instructions

• Always test unit prior to use.

• Remove accountability tag to active– “Sensing Mode”

• Operational signal sound– Audible and Visual– Visual continues indicating the unit is in

the “Sensing Mode”


Pre-Alert SignalPre-Alert Signal

• Activates if motionless 18-23 seconds

• Four Red L.E.D.s begin pulsing

• Progressively louder sweeping pre-alert signal becomes louder

• Signifies that unit is closer to Alarm Signal


Alarm SignalAlarm Signal

• Lack of Motion 30-35 seconds

• Constant rapid pulsing Red L.E.D.s

• Rapid modulating loud audio – “Alarm Signal”


Manual AlarmManual Alarm

• Activated by manually pressing alarm button on front of unit

• To re-set & return to “Sensing Mode”– press both side buttons simultaneously


Turning OFF UnitTurning OFF Unit

• Replace the accountability key

• Press both side buttons simultaneously


Accountability Storage KeyAccountability Storage Key

• Provides instant access for quick ID

• Accountability System– Required by NFPA

1500


Battery Installation / Battery Installation / ReplacementReplacement

• Remove Screws in back cover

• Remove Back Cover• Disconnect spent

battery– replace with new

battery

• Replace back cover and screws


Battery Warning!!!Battery Warning!!!

• Always use the specified 9 volt alkaline battery– Duracell MN1604 is recommended

• Replace twice per year– unless indicated sooner– low battery alarm


Low Battery AlarmLow Battery Alarm

• Sounds has 20% capacity remaining– approximate 1 hour operating time

• Immediate replacement when alarm sounds is necessary

• Low Battery Alarm signal– audible alarm– series of three audible beep tones every

five seconds

WARNING!!!!WARNING!!!!

“Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.”


LimitationsLimitations• Units meet NFPA 1982

• Designed for use in– rescue situations– fire fighting operations– other hazardous duties

• Not guaranteed against– excessive abuse– lack of training– lack of maintenance


MaintenanceMaintenance

• Minimum maintenance required– will provide years of service

• Clean unit with a damp cloth & warm water– after each use– DO NOT use cleaning solvents

• Inspect for signs of physical damage


Maintenance (con’t)Maintenance (con’t)

• Unit storage– dry, well-ventilated area– recommended

• 50º F to 77º F

• 65 % humidity (max.)

• Decon unit if exposed to chemicals– discard if unable to properly decon

• Do Not mark or apply paint to case

• Replace battery every 6 months

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