
GB
Order No.: 10100458/02
Quick Start Guide
MSA AirElite 4h
Breathing Apparatus
The quick start guide does not replace the operating
manual. It is imperative that the operating manual file on CD
be read and observed when using the product. In particular,
the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use
and operation of the product, must be carefully read and
observed.
The operating manual can also be provided as a hard copy
upon request.
Calibration mode or error
Evacuation required
Residual capacity in 8 stages
Battery charging status
bAtt Battery insufficiently charged
2h canister
4h canister
KO2-Trainer 2h*
Trainer HD
pull
Breathing hose assembly not
pulled out of socket entirely
Residual capacity or error code
*Requirement: IC-Air software with a
version number 2.16 or higher and precoolers of the new type built 2008 or
later!
1 Test button (green), display light 3 LED button, (red/green) manual alarm call
2 Display 4 Reset button (yellow)
The apparatus is a closed circuit breathing air regeneration
apparatus based on chemical oxygen with a apparatus class
K240 S or K120 S, according to the used type of canister.
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Order No.: 10100458/02
Never remove the breathing hose assembly for trial from
the socket of the shoulder harness.
When removing the breathing hose assembly from the
socket on the left-hand shoulder harness the apparatus
starts.
lso the chemical canisters are started and must be
replaced before another use. The chemical canisters can
only be used once and must be replaced after use.
Preparing for Use according to operating manual Order No.:
10067731, chapter 4.1
(1) Don the apparatus, tighten shoulder harnesses and waist belt.
Function Control before Use
(2) Press test button on IC-Air for approx. 1 second
LED lights red and changes to green.
LCD symbols and software version appear on the display.
Brief acoustic signal sounds.
Background light in the display illuminates.
Indication of canisters fitted and indication "go“. The apparatus is
ready for use.
Thereafter the IC-Air switches off.
Don full face mask, check the fit
Starting
(3) Remove breathing hose assembly by gently turning handwheel and
pulling it entirely out of the socket on the left shoulder harness.
(4) After the consumption indicator on the IC-Air indicates "100",
engage the breathing hose assembly into the mask.
(5) Continue to breathe normally.
(4) Close socket on the left shoulder harness with the protection cap.
In case of a malfunction in the electronics (red LED and
warning signal) or a total failure immediately leave the
hazardous area and return to fresh air. The apparatus
continues to deliver breathing air so that an auxiliary
apparatus is not required for the retreat.
More Information:
For use, limitation of use, temperature class, maintenance
intervals, storage, shelf life, Inspection and Maintenance and
Repairs after use see operating manual Order No.: 10067731.