Grace SuperPASS 3 User Information

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Grace Industries, Inc.

305 Bend Hill Road, Fredonia, PA 16124

Ph. 724-962-9231 Fax [phone]

Front View
with
Accountability
Key In Place

Safety Certifications

Certified Intrinsically Safe to ANSI/UL 913: Class
1, Groups C and D; and Class II, Groups E, F, and
G; Division 1 Hazardous Locations.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.

Warranty Information

Grace Industries, Inc. warrants the Super
PASS®3 to be free from defects in workmanship and
materials for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. This warranty is valid only when the re­turned SuperPASS®3 is accompanied by a sales
slip or other proof of purchase that states the date
and location of purchase. Grace Industries, Inc. will
not repair or replace any merchandise under war­ranty which has been damaged because of acci­dent, misuse or abuse of the SuperPASS®3 while
in possession or control of the consumer. This war­ranty is void if any attempt to repair or replace parts
was made or attempted by other than qualified
Grace Industries, Inc. personnel. This warranty is
void if any of the sealed compartments are opened
or tampered with. Send all returned merchandise,
prepaid and accompanied by proof of purchase to:
Grace Industries, Inc., Repair Division, 305 Bend
Hill Road, Fredonia, PA 16124. Grace Industries,
Inc. shall not be liable for any direct, incidental or
other consequential loss or damage arising out of
the failure of the device to operate.

The sole and exclusive remedy under all guar­antees or warranties, expressed or implied, is strictly
limited to repair or replacement as herein provided.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF FITNESS
AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY LIMITED
IN DURATION TO A PERIOD ENDING ONE (1)
YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. The war­ranty and liability set forth in the prior paragraphs
are in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or im­plied, in law or in fact, including implied warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular pur­pose. Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limita­tions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights which may vary from
state to state.

The information contained in this booklet is be­lieved to be accurate and reliable. Grace
Industries, Inc. provides this information as a guide
only.

SuperPASS

®

3 technical assistance is
available by contacting Grace Industries, Inc.
at 724-962-9231.

SuperPASS®3 is designed to be automatically acti­vated into the Sensing Mode or turned ON when re­moved from the PASS storage position, whether it is a
transportation or a fixed storage position. When removed
from the storage position, the tether will tighten and the
Accountability Storage Key will automatically pop off
putting SuperPASS

®3

into the Sensing Mode. At this
point, the unit can be reset (from the Alarm Mode to
Sensing Mode) but cannot be turned OFF until the
Accountability Storage Key is replaced and both side
buttons pressed simultaneously.

The Accountability Storage Key has an adjustable
tether for ease of use. The tether can be adjusted from
approx. 3' to 6' in length. This allows for easy utilization
whether you are anchoring the tether to a transporta­tion position (such as to a seat in a vehicle) or a fixed
storage position (such as in the fire station). Account­ability Storage Keys are available with various length
tethers to facilitate various operational needs.

Internal Datalogger

The internal data logging function records dates and
times of the last 2,000 events. Recorded PASS events
include: Power On, Pre-Alert and Lack of Motion Alarm,
Manual Alarm, Reset, Power Off and Low Battery Warn­ings. The datalog information can be downloaded to a
PC using the datalog-transfer software and IR Dongle
available from Grace Industries.

IMPORTANT: To preserve the internal date & time
setting when changing batteries - batteries must
be replaced within 3 minutes of removing the
exhausted set.

The clear Identification Window located on the front of
the key provides the opportunity for specific identity of
the PASS user through the ability to personalize keys
with pictures, names, numbers, dept. ID, bar-codes, etc.
The clear access window easily snaps into place to pro­tect enclosed information and provide instant access
for quick ID. Information in the Identification Window can
easily be changed by partially popping the ID window
out with a small, flat blade screwdriver through the ac­cess slot located on the bottom of the ID window.

SUPER PASS® 3 with

Accountability Storage Key in Place

Pull Away Tether for Auto-On

Activation from Storage Positions

Snap hook attached to Transportation or Fixed

Storage Position.

Pull turnout gear away. Tether tightens and pulls
Accountability Key off the PASS. This will automatically
activate the PASS into the Sensing Mode.

PASS
attached to
turnout gear

Snap
Hook

Changing identification information

in the Accountability Storage Key window

Push small screwdriver
through slot on outside
of key. The Plastic I.D.
window will pop out.
Add I.D. information
and Snap window back
in place.

Emergency
Alarm
Button

Auto-On Activation

Inside Battery Cover

Battery Chamber

Bottom View

Accountability
Storage Key

Wire
Attachment
Clip

Side View With
Accountability Key
In Place

Sound Ports

SUPER PASS® 3

Features and Labeling

© Grace Industries, Inc. Printed in U.S.A. P/N SUPERPASS3 0510, UI

USER’S INFORMATION

Only To Be Removed By End User

Front View without Accountability Key

In Place

For training purposes a copy of this information is
available by contacting Grace Industries, Inc.

SuperPASS

®

3 issues may be reported at any time
to Grace Industries, Inc. at 724-962-9231. After
working with the manufacturer to resolve any issues,
they may be reported to SEI at 703-442-5732.

Case Glows when
Accountability
Key Pops Off

Emergency
Alarm
Button

Solutions for Life Safety

Solutions for Life Safety

1. To , press both side
buttons simultaneously
when Accountability Key
is Off unit.

To turn , replace
Accountability Key
and press both side
buttons simultaneously

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Identification
Window

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Tether Attached To
A Fixed Position

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Serial
Number
Label

FIGURE 1

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Sealing
Surface

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O-ring

I.D. Window

Compliance
Label

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Reset
Label

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SuperPASS

®

3

Battery Installation/ Replacement

To reduce the risk of ignition of a flammable atmosphere,
batteries must only be changed in an area known to be
non-flammable. To change batteries, remove the two
screws securing the back. Remove back cover, discon­nect and dispose of the spent batteries and insert new
batteries.

Important: To preserve the internal date & time
setting, batteries must be replaced within 3 min­utes of removing the exhausted batteries.

Prior to replacing the back, apply a light coating of
silicone grease to the O-ring. Then apply a light coat­ing of silicone grease to the inside (mating/sealing)
edge of the case. As a guideline, when applying sili-

cone grease to the O-ring (and case), you should
be able to feel grease on your fingers, and see a
thin film on the O-ring and sealing surface of the
case. Do not use an excessive amount of grease.
Excess grease can attract dirt which could com­promise the battery compartment seal.

Line up the mating/sealing edges of the back and
case. Carefully press the back into place. Secure back

by hand tightening both screws. Do not over tighten.

WARNING Always use the specified AA 1.5 volt al-

kaline battery. Duracell MN1500 is recommended for
optimum performance, as other batteries may not pro­vide the same operating life. Replacing the batteries
every six months is required unless indicated before by
the Low Battery Alarm. The Low Battery Alarm will
sound when the batteries have been exhausted to 20%
of capacity (indicating approx. 1 hour operating time
remains). Immediate replacement of the batteries is
necessary when the low battery alarm sounds.

When the PASS is in Sensing Mode, the low bat­tery alarm is easily recognized by an alternating dis­play of green and yellow LEDs, accompanied by a
series of two audio beep tones enunciated every 23
seconds. Grace Industries, Inc. assumes no liability for
mechanical, electrical or other types of battery failure.

Warning - substitution of components may impair
intrinsic safety. After battery replacement, always
test SuperPASS

®

3 to insure proper operation.

SuperPASS®3

SuperPASS®3 Operating Instructions

SuperPASS®3 is an Auto On, Personal Alert
Safety System (PASS). The Auto On fea-ture
insures that the SuperPASS®3 is turned on “Auto­matically” when removed from a storage position.

When removed from a storage position, Super PASS

®

3
Accountability Storage Key automatically pops off, acti­vating the unit into Sensing Mode (motion sensing).
When the SuperPASS

®

3 turns ON, an operational sig­nal (escalating series of loud, attention getting audio
tones) will be heard, accompanied by a visual alternat­ing display of four green LEDs. The alternating display
indicates that SuperPASS

®

3 is in the Sensing Mode. If
the PASS is motionless for a few seconds, the green
LEDs will cease the alternating display and flash into
opposing corners until the PASS is moved or enters
Pre-Alert.

After lack of motion for approximately 18 to 23 sec­onds, the unit will go into Pre-Alert and a 12 second
sweeping Pre-Alert audio signal will be heard, accom­panied by an alternating green and yellow LED display.
The longer the unit is in Pre-Alert, the louder the sweep­ing pre-alert signal becomes signifying the unit is closer
to going into Alarm. When there is lack of motion for
approximately 30 to 35 seconds, the unit will go into
Alarm Mode. When in Alarm, the Pre-Alert LED dis­play is replaced by a rapid pulsing of four red LEDs
accompanied by a rapid modulated loud audio Alarm
signal. This alerts personnel in the immediate area that
assistance may be needed.

While in Sensing Mode, SuperPASS

®3

may be put
into Alarm at any time by manually pressing the alarm
button located on front surface of unit. Once in alarm,
the unit can be reset or returned to the Sensing Mode
by simply pressing both side buttons simultaneously. To
turn SuperPASS

®3

OFF, replace the Accountability

Storage Key and press both side buttons simultaneously.

Accountability Key

An added benefit of the Grace PASS is the Account­ability Storage Key. The clear Identification Window pro­vides the opportunity for specific identity of a
SuperPASS

®

3 user through the ability to personalize
keys with pictures, names, numbers, dept. ID, bar-codes,
etc. The clear access window easily snaps into place to
protect enclosed information and provide instant access
for quick identification should the need arise.

SuperPASS®3 should be securely attached to a ver-

tical strap on the upper left or right shoulder, in the
horizontal position with the sound port facing out to
the side or on the right hip area (See Figure 1).

Each member involved in rescue, fire suppression,
or other hazardous duties shall be provided with and
shall use a PASS device in the hazardous
area1500. All personnel should be thoroughly

familiar with and trained in proper op-eration of
SuperPASS® 3 prior to field use. Always test
SuperPASS®3 prior to use. Failure to do so may
expose the user to serious injury or loss of life.

Limitations

SuperPASS® 3 is engineered to meet the design and
performance requirements for personal alert safety sys­tems (PASS) to be used by firefighters engaged in res­cue, fire fighting and other hazardous duties.

Failure to ensure that SuperPASS® 3 is fully operational
prior to use, may expose the user to serious injury or
loss of life. There is no inherent guarantee against
PASS failure. Even the best PASS cannot com­pensate for abuse or lack of a PASS training and mainte­nance program.

Although SuperPASS

®

3 can be checked for proper

operation, most performance properties of the PASS

cannot be tested by the end user in the field.

SuperPASS

®

3 Maintenance

SuperPASS

®3

requires minimum maintenance and will

provide years of service.

Please Observe The Following Guidelines

• At the end of each use, clean unit with a damp cloth

and warm water. Do not use cleaning solvents.

• Inspect unit for signs of physical damage.

• Store SuperPASS

®

3 in a dry, well ventilated area
consistent with battery manufacturer requirements.
Recommended storage conditions are: 50oF (10oC)
to 77oF (25oC) at no more than 65 percent relative
humidity.

• Units contaminated by chemical or radioactive
materials must be disposed of or decontaminated in
accordance with all applicable regulatory standards.

• Replace batteries approximately every 6 months or
sooner if indicated by Low Battery Alarm.

• Do not mark or apply paint to case or silicone cover.

SuperPASS®3 - Specifications

Dimensions: 3" wide by 4-9/16" high by 2-5/16" deep.

Weight: 16 ounces with batteries (w/out key).

Alarm Audio Output: 95+ dBA @9.9 feet.

Case: rugged, high temperature, impact resistant, trans-

lucent, yellow colored Radel encapsulated in a durable,
translucent, high-temp silicone cover. Entire case glows
during Sensing, Pre-Alert, and Alarm Modes.

Methods of Attachment: wire attachment clip.

Sound Discernability: 6 dBA against given background

noise.

Batteries: 4 Duracell MN1500, AA, 1.5 volt alkaline rec­ommended.

Battery Life: estimated at 200 hours in Sensing Mode,
2 to 4 hours in ALARM Mode and approximately 6
months in Standby (Storage) Mode.

Model Designation: SuperPASS

®

3 Motion Only-Black

triangle label below number 3. SuperPASS

®

3 Lack of
Motion and Temperature-Red triangle label below
number 3.

Product Life: Approx. 3 to 7 years or longer depend­ing on fitness for use. Fitness for use is best deter­mined by the end user through a proper inspection and
maintenance program. Product should be retired from
service when damaged or determined unfit for use.

SuperPASS

®

3 Visual / Audio Mode Display

OFF

- Accountability key in place with no LED display.

ON

- Accountability key removed, a series of escalat­ing, loud, attention getting audio tones.

- Followed by a green alternating LED display.

Pre-Alert

- No motion sensed for 18 - 23 seconds.

- Green and Yellow alternating LED display.

- Accompanied by a progressively louder, sweeping
audio signal between 1,000 Hz and 2,000 Hz.

Alarm

- No motion sensed for 30 - 35 seconds.

- Green alter nating LED display is replaced by
rapid pulsing of four Red LEDs.

- Accompanied by a rapid, modulated, loud
( 95+dBA ) audio alarm.

- The alarm signal is made up of multiple
frequencies between 500Hz and 4000Hz and
cycles at 5.25 seconds On and 0.75 seconds Off
as an aid in determing direction when assistance
is needed.

SuperPASS®3 Mode Selection

Auto-On

- From Off to Sensing Mode.

- When removed from storage position,
Accountability Storage Key pops off and Sensing

Mode is activated.

Sensing

- Green alter nating LED display

- Unit is in Sensing Mode or ON.

Alarm

- Unit may be put into Alarm from the Sensing
Mode or Off Mode at any time by pressing the

button on front of unit.

Reset

- When in Alarm , the unit may be reset to the
Sensing mode by simultaneously pressing both

side buttons.

OFF

- Unit may be turned Off by replacing the
Accountability key and simultaneously pressing
both side buttons.

SuperPASS

®

3

with Temperature Sensing Option

SuperPASS

®

3 is equipped with an Integrated (in­ternal) Temperature Detector if the serial number
ends in H or has a Red triangle label below the
number 3 on front of case. You may also remove
the Accountability key, press both side buttons and
observe a momentary flash of red LEDs. The se­rial number is located in the battery compartment
under the top battery.

The Integrated Temperature Detector alarm (a
rapid ringing tone) should not be regarded as an
absolute measure of existing temperatures. The
temperature alarm may sound an alarm earlier or
later with regards to integrated time/ temperature
detection. The time variation is dependent upon
where the unit is worn and the environmental con­ditions. When the temperature alarm threshold has
been exceeded by exposure to extreme environ­mental conditions, the unit will sound the tempera­ture alarm audio tone with a specific LED display.
The temperature alarm sound signature is a loud,
piercing, rapid chirping tone accompanied by slow
pulsing of 2 alternating yellow LEDs. The tempera­ture alarm can be temporarily silenced for one
minute by pressing both side buttons simulta­neously while unit is in the sensing mode. The unit
must cool down below the temperature alarm
threshold to be silenced. SuperPASS

®

3 and the
temperature alarm may be turned Off by replac­ing the accountability key and pressing both side
buttons simultaneously.

Integrated Temperature Detection - Approximate
Alarm Response Times:

350°F - 6 minutes 250°F - 9 minutes

300°F - 7 minutes 200°F - 12 minutes