Grace TP3TXRX User Manual

Solutions for Life Safety

Features and Labeling

D-ring and
Grip Clip

Gasket
Seal

Sound Port

“Auto-On”
Activation

Inside Back Cover

FCC
Label

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

(1)

THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE,
AND
RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE
UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Intrinsic Safety

Bottom View

Bottom compliance

Compliance Label

label

REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 1982,
STANDARD ON PERSONAL
ALERT SAFETY SYSTEMS
(

PASS), 1998 EDITION.

T PASS 3

Accountability
Storage Key

Side View With
Accountability Key
In Place

FCC ID: J5XTPASSTX

GRACE INDUSTRIES, INC., FREDONIA, PA 16124

(2)

THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE

US
C

INTRINSICALLY SAFE PER
ANSI/UL 913. FOR USE IN CLASS
I, DIV. 1, GROUPS A, B, C AND D
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
CERTIFIED TO CAN/CSA STD.
C22.2 NO. 157-92
REPLACE BATTERY WITH
DURACELL MN1604, 9 VOLT
ALKALINE BATTERY.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF IGNITION OF A FLAMMABLE
ATMOSPHERE, BATTERIES MUST
ONLY BE CHANGED IN AN AREA
KNOWN TO BE NONFLAMMABLE

Label

MADE IN U.S.A.
THIS PASS

MEETS THE

MADE IN USA

Serial
Number

General Instruction

Label

Inside Back
View
Battery
Chamber

T PASS HP II SERIAL NUMBER

Intrinsically Safe,

Sécurité Intrinséque

French Intrinsic

Safety Label

Case Glows
when Key
Pops Off

Emergency
Alarm
Button

CHECK UNIT'S FUNCTION BEFORE USE.CHECK UNIT'S FUNCTION BEFORE USE.

REPLACE BATTERY WHEN LOWHEN LOW

BATTERY WARNING SOUNDS.ARNING SOUNDS.

CONSULT INSTRUCTION MANUUCTION MANUAL

BEFORE REPLABEFORE REPLACING BATTERY.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE CODE T1.

INTRINSICALLY SAFE DEVICE FOR USEY SAFE DEVICE FOR USE

IN CLASS 1,IN CLASS 1, DIVISION 1, DIVISION 1, GROUP A, B, C

AND D HAZARDOUS LOCAAND D HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS.

Accountability Storage Key

Identification Window

Front view with key in place

1. To "Reset", press both
side buttons simultaneously
when accountability key
is off unit.

2. To turn "Off", replace
accountability key and press
both side buttons
simultaneously.

Emergency

.

ACCOUNTABILITY KEY

.

TO TURN UNIT "ON" REMOVE
FROM STORAGE POSITION (KEY POPS OFF).
TO TURN UNIT "OFF" REPLACE
KEY AND DEPRESS BOTH SIDE
BUTTONS SIMULTANEOUSLY.

Identification

window

Changing the identification information

in the Accountability Storage Key window

Push small screwdriver
through slot on inside
of key

Plastic window
pops out. Remov e
information and
replace with
information as desired.
Snap window back
in place.

An added benefit of the new Grace system is the Ac­countability Storage Key. 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 the enclosed informa­tion and provide instant access for quick ID should the
need arise. Inf ormation in the Identification Windo w can
easily be changed by partially popping the ID window
out with a small, flat blade screwdriver through the ac­cess slot located on the back side of the key.

Alarm
Button

Tether attached to

a fixed position

Pull Away Tether for “Auto-On”

Activation from Storage Positions

Snap
Hook

Snap hook attached to Transportation or Fixed

Storage Position.

PASS
attached to
turnout gear

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

The TP3 is designed to be automatically activated
into the “Sensing Mode” (motion 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 the TP3 into the Sens­ing Mode. At this point, the unit can be “reset” (from the
alarm to the sensing mode) but cannot be turned “OFF”
until the Accountability Storage Ke y 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 6½’ 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.

The 1998 edition of the 1982 NFP A standard on PASS
requires all stand alone PASS to automatically activate
into the Sensing Mode (motion sensing mode) when
removed from a transportation or a fixed storage posi­tion. The intention is to provide a higher level of safety
to the Fire Fighter by insuring the PASS is automati­cally turned ON. Grace Industries, Inc. recommends that
TP3 be utilized in a manner consistent with the spirit of
the 1998 edition of 1982 NFPA Standard on PASS.

Safety Certifications

Certified to meet the requirements of: NFPA 1982,
Standard on Personal Alert Safety Systems (PASS),
1998 edition.

Intntrinsically Safe per ANSI/UL-913 for Use in Class I,
Div. 1, Groups A, B, C, and D Hazardous Locations.
Certified to CAN/CSA Std.C22.2 No. 157-92

Intrinsically Safe, Sécurité Intrinséque.

AVER TISEMENT: La Substitution De Composants Peut
Compromettre La Sécurité Intrinséque.

AVER TISEMENT: Afin De Prév enir L ,Inflammation D’
Atmosphéres Dangereuses, NE Changer Les Batteries Que
Dans Des Emplacements Désignés Non Dangereux.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly ap­proved by the party responsible f or compliance could void

the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Warranty Information

Grace Industries, Inc. warrants the T PASS 3
Evacuate 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 T PASS 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 T PASS 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 D ATE 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 hav e other rights which may v ary from
state to state.

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

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

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

T P ASS 3 Ev acuate issues may be reported at any time
to Grace Industries, Inc. at 724-962-9231. After w orking
with the manufacturer to resolve an y issues, the y may be
reported to SEI at 703-442-5732.

© Grace Industries, Inc. Printed in U.S.A. P/N T3EVAC-2/03, UI

USER’S INFORMATION

Only To Be Removed By End User

Front View
with
Accountability
Key In Place

Grace Industries, Inc.

305 Bend Hill Road, Fredonia, PA 16124

Ph. 724-962-9231 F ax 724-962-3611

Solutions for Life Safety

Front Vie w without

Accountability key

In Place

T PASS 3 EVACUATE

TPASS 3 (TP3) is an “Auto On”, two-way signaling,
NFPA compliant PASS. Through the utilization of the
TP3 and Command Base, Incident Commanders are
provided with the ability to EVACUATE or callback
firefighters as needed from dangerous situations. The
“Auto On” feature insures that the TP3 is turned on “Au­tomatically” when removed from a storage position.

TP3 Operating Instructions

When removed from a storage position, the TP3 Ac­countability Storage Key automatically pops off, acti­vating the unit into the “Sensing” mode (motion sens­ing). When the TP3 turns “ON”, the operational signal
(an escalating series of loud attention getting audio
tones) will be heard accompanied by a visual wig-wag
display of two yellow LEDs. The wig-wag display indi­cates that the TP3 unit is in the “Sensing” mode. At the
same time, the integrated TP3 transceiver is also acti­vated and starts signaling the Base.

After lack of motion for approximately 18 to 23 sec­onds, the unit will go into pre-alert and annunciate an
audible “Pre-Alert Signal”. While in pre-alert, the yellow
wig-wag display is interrupted by the intermittent puls­ing of two red LEDs accompanied by a progressively
louder sweeping pre-alert audio signal. 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 the “Alarm
Mode”. When in “Alarm”, the pre-alert LED display is
replaced by a rapid pulsing of two red LEDs accompa­nied by a rapid modulated loud audio “Alarm Signal”.
When the TP3 goes into “Alarm”, an emergency radio
transmission is sent to the Base. This alerts personnel
outside the immediate area that firefighters may need
assistance. Always test TP3 prior to use.

While in the sensing mode, the TP3 may be put into
“Alarm” at any time by manually pressing the alarm
button located on the front surface of the unit. Once in
alarm, the unit can be reset or returned to the “Sens­ing” mode by simply pressing both side buttons simul­taneously. To tur n the TP3 “OFF” replace the Account­ability Storage Key and press both side buttons simul­taneously.

TP3 EVACUATE or Callback

The TP3 EVACUATE function may be activated by
the Incident Commander from the Command Base at
any time. When the Evacuation signal is received by
the TP3, both amber LEDs flash rapidly with a loud chirp­ing audio alarm tone. The Evacuation alarm tone is
easily differentiated from other audio tones with mini­mal training.

When the Evacuation alarm signal is received by the
TP3, it automatically sends an electronic
acknowledgement that the signal was received.
A manual acknowledgement of the Evacuation signal,
by the firefighter , is also required. The Firefighter manu­ally acknowledges the evacuation signal by momen­tarily pressing both side buttons simultaneously. The
operational signal will be heard. The ackno wledgement

will cause the flashing LEDs and the loud chirping au­dio tones to reset. The manual acknowledgement no­tifies the Incident Commander that the signal was re­ceived and understood by the firefighter and is being
complied with. When the firefighter is out of harms way
and accounted for the Incident Commander can clear
the evacuation field on the Base.

Accountability Key

An added benefit of the Grace PASS is the Account­ability Storage Ke y . The clear Identification Window pro­vides the opportunity for specific identity of the TP3
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
the enclosed information and provide instant access
for quick ID should the need arise.

The TP3 should be securely attached to a w aist strap
on the lower right hip or on a vertical strap on the up­per left shoulder, in the vertical position. Howe ver, the
ideal wearing position of TP3 is often best determined
by the end user for ease of access, operation or de­partmental SOP.

Each member involved in rescue, fire suppression,
or other hazardous duties shall be provided with and
shall use a PASS device in the hazardous area, ac­cording to NFPA 1500. All personnel should be thor-

oughly familiar with and trained in the proper
operation of TP3 and the Advanced Accountability
System prior to field use. Failure to do so may
expose the user to serious injury or loss of life.

Battery Installation/ Replacement

To reduce the r isk of ignition of a flammable atmo­sphere, batteries must only be changed in an area
known to be non-flammable. To change the battery , re­move the four screws securing the back. Remove the
back cover, disconnect and dispose of the spent bat­tery and connect the new battery. Replace the back
cover and gently tighten all four screws using a criss­cross pattern for even gasket pressure ensuring a good
seal. Do not over tighten screws.

WARNING Always use the specified 9 volt alkaline
battery . The Dur acell MN1604 is recommended for opti­mum performance, as other batteries may not provide
the same operating life. Replacing the battery every two
to three months is required unless indicated before by
the Low Battery Alarm. The Low Battery Alarm will sound
when the battery has been exhausted to 20% of capac­ity (indicating approx. 1 hour operating time remains).
Immediate replacement of the battery is necessary when
the low battery alarm sounds.

The low battery alarm is an easily recognized series
of two audio beep tones enunciated every five seconds
when the PASS is in the “Sensing” mode. Grace Indus­tries, Inc. assumes no liability for mechanical, electrical
or other types of battery failure.“ Warning - substitution
of components may impair intrinsic safety.” After bat-

tery replacement, always test TP3 with the Base to
insure proper operation.

Limitations

T PASS 3 Evacuate is engineered to meet the design
and performance requirements for personal alert safety
systems (PASS) to be used by fire fighters engaged in
rescue, fire fighting and other hazardous duties as de­fined in the NFP A 1982 Standard on PASS for Fire Fight­ers, 1998 edition.

Failure to ensure that TP3 is fully operational prior to
use, may e xpose the user to serious injury or loss of life.
Although TP3 meets all current NFPA specifications,
there is no inherent guarantee against P ASS f ailure. Even
the best PASS cannot compensate for abuse or the lac k
of a PASS training and maintenance program.

Although TP3 can be checked for proper operation,
most performance properties of the PASS cannot be
tested by the end user in the field.

TP3 Maintenance

The TP3 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 TP3 in a dry, well ventilated area consistent
with battery manufacturer requirements. Recom­mended storage conditions are: 50oF (10oC) to 77oF
(25o) 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 battery every 2 to 3 months or sooner if in
dicated by the low battery alarm.

• Do Not mark or apply paint to case.

TP3 - Specifications

Dimensions: 2.1" wide by 3.2" high by 1.6" deep.
Weight: eight ounces with battery (w/out key).
Alarm Audio Output: 98+ dBA @ 10 feet.
Case: rugged, high temperature, impact resistant, trans-

lucent, Apache Yellow polycarbonate. Entire case glows
during the Sensing, Pre-Alert and Alar m modes.

Methods of Attachment: rugged Grip Clip and D-ring
for versatility in attaching to gear.

Sound discernability: 6 dBA against given background
noise.

Antenna: robust design which aids in signal propaga­tion. Threaded antenna for easy replacement.

Alarm T ransmission: a 1.5 second burst of RF trans­missions occurring every 4.5 seconds.

Range: dependent upon environmental conditions.
Battery: Duracell MN1604, 9 volt alkaline recom-

mended.
Battery Life: estimated at 30 hrs in Sensing mode and

2 to 4 hours in the Alarm mode.
Product Life: approx. 3 to 5 y ears depending upon fre-

quency of use. Product should be retired from service
after five years of use or earlier when damaged.

TP3 Visual / Audio Mode Display

“OFF”

- Storage key in place with no LED display.

- Periodic flash of Red LEDs as Polling Pulse
is sent

“ON”

- Storage key removed with an alternating
yellow wig-wag LED display - a series of escalat­ing, loud, attention getting audio tones when
accountability key is removed.

“Pre-Alert”

- No motion sensed for 18 - 23 seconds.

- Yellow wig-wag LED display alternates with
the pulsing of two red LEDs.

- Accompanied by a progressively, louder,
sweeping audio alarm.

“Alarm”

- No motion sensed for 30 - 35 seconds.

- Yellow wig-wag LED display is replaced by the
rapid pulsing of two red LEDs.

- Accompanied by a rapidly modulated loud
( 98+dBA ) audio alarm.

- The alarm signal is between 1,000 and 3,000
Hertz and cycles at 5.25 seconds on and .75
seconds off as an aid for determining direction
when personnel need assistance.

“EVACUATION signal received”

- Activated by a signal from the BASE.

- Yellow wig-wag LED display of the sensing
mode is replaced by the rapid flashing of both
amber LEDs.

- Loud chir ping audio alar m tone simultaneous
with the rapid flashing of both amber LEDs.

- Manual acknowledgement of evacuation
signal by momentarily pressing both side
buttons simultaneously, the operational signal
will be heard.

TP3 Mode Selection

“Auto-On”

- From Off to the Sensing Mode.

- When removed from storage position,
Accountability Storage Key pops off and unit
goes into the Sensing mode.

“Sensing”

- Yellow wig-wag LED display

- unit is in sensing mode.

“Alarm”

- Unit may be put into Alarm from the Sensing
mode at any time by pressing the button on the
front of the 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 storage key
and simultaneously pressing both side buttons.

TP3 with Temperature Sensing Option

Your TP3 is equipped with temperature sensing capa­bility if the side and alarm buttons are red and the serial
number ends in an H. The serial number is located in
the battery compar tment.

The TP3 temperature 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 sensing. The time variation is dependent
upon where the unit is worn and the environmental con­ditions at the fire scene.

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 the slow pulsing of 2 red LEDs. The
temperature alarm cannot be silenced while the unit is
in the sensing mode. The unit must cool down below
the temperature alarm threshold to be reset and silenced.
The TP3 and the temperature alarm ma y be turned Off
by replacing the accountability key and pressing both
side buttons simultaneously. Note: For TP3 equipped
with temperature sensing, only the PASS portion of the
unit is NFPA compliant. As of this writing there are no
NFPA cr iteria or guidelines established regarding tem­perature sensing.

Temperature Alarm Approximate Response Times

350°F - 6 minutes 300°F - 8 minutes
250°F - 10 minutes 200°F - 12 minutes

TP3 equipped with the Temperature Telemetry Option
transmit the ambient temperature to the Base with each
check-in signal, approximately every 30 seconds. The
ambient temperature information screen is easily
accessed by pressing the appropriate key on the
Operation Keypad.