INCORPORATING A SCOTT FACEPIECE WITH DUAL VOICEMITTERS
EPIC 3 RADIO DIRECT INTERFACE VOICE AMPLIFIER
(RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER)
FOR USE WITH SCOTT RESPIRATORS
WARNING
THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED AND INTENDED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY IN REASONABLE/ORDINARY
FIREFIGHTING CONDITIONS. LIKE ALL EQUIPMENT, THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THIS PRODUCT MAY BE
COMPROMISED BY EXTREME FIRE CONDITIONS.
This equipment is listed as intrinsically safe by CSA Group to
UL Std. UL-913, 6th edition for use in the following hazardous
locations:
RDI Voice Amplier
• Class 1, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F and G T3C/T3A
This equipment is listed as intrinsically safe by CSA Group to
CSA 60079-11 for Canada and UL 60079-11 for the USA for use
in the following hazardous locations:
• Ex ia IIB T3 Ga (Canada)
• Class I Zone 0 AEx ia IIB T3 Ga (USA)
To maintain the Intrinsic Safety Listing, this equipment must
be inspected regularly per the Regular Operational Inspection
procedures in this instruction. Do not tamper with or substitute
components in any manner. Use only batteries of the type indicated in the Battery Installation instructions. Open the battery
compartments only in an area known to be free of ammable or
explosive hazards.
Substitution of Components May Impair Intrinsic Safety. To reduce
the risk of ignition of a ammable atmosphere, batteries must only
be changed in an area known to be nonammable. To reduce the
risk of explosion, do not mix old batteries with unused batteries,
or mix batteries from different manufacturers.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTRINSICALLY SAFE WHEN USED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CONTROL DRAWING 31003129.
EPIC 3 AMP, RDI
MODEL NUMBER 201142-XX
ATEX Certicate No. SIRA 13ATEX2122X
Cet équipement est classé comme étant sécuritaire de façon intrinsèque par
le CSA Group en vertu de la norme UL UL-913, 6e édition pour usage dans
les emplacements dangereux suivants :
RDI Voice Amplier
• Catégorie 1, division 1, groupes C, D, E, F et G T3C/T3A
Cet équipement est classé comme étant sécuritaire de façon intrinsèque par
le CSA Group en vertu de la norme CSA 60079-11 au Canada et UL 6007911 aux États-Unis pour usage dans les emplacements dangereux suivants:
• Ex ia IIB T3 Ga (Canada)
• Catégorie I zone 0 AEx ia IIB T3 Ga (É.-U.)
Pour préserver la classication de sécurité intrinsèque, cet équipement doit
être régulièrement inspecté selon les procédures d’inspection opérationnelle
normales se trouvant dans ces directives. Aucun élément ne doit être modié
ni substitué d’aucune façon. N’utiliser que les piles du type indiqué dans la
notice d’installation des piles. Ouvrir les compartiments à piles uniquement
dans un endroit reconnu comme étant exempt de dangers d’incendie ou
d’explosion. La substitution de composants peut compromettre la sécurité
intrinsèque. An de prévenir le risque d’inammation dans une atmosphère
inammable, ne changer les piles que dans des endroits non inammables.
An de réduire le risque d’explosion, ne pas utiliser à la fois des piles usagées
et des piles neuves ni des piles provenant de différents fabricants.
CE PRODUIT EST INTRINSÈQUEMENT SÉCURITAIRE LORSQU’IL EST
UTILISÉ CONFORMÉMENT AU SCHÉMA DE CONTRÔLE 31003129.
EPIC 3 AMP, RDI
MODEL NUMBER 201142-XX
ATEX Certicate No. SIRA 13ATEX2122X
0891
Ex ia IIB T3 Ga IP 66/67
Ta = -18° C to +80° C
IECEx Certicate No. IECEx CSA 13.0010
Intrinsically Safe per IEC 60079-0: 2007 5th Edition, IEC
60079-11:2011 6th Edition for use in Zone 0, 1, 2, Group
IIB, potentially explosive atmospheres.
APPROVED BATTERIES / PILES APPROUVÉES
Rechargeable Batteries / Piles Rechargeables:
– Duracell Rechargeable (NiMH) DC2400
0891
Ex ia IIB T3 Ga IP 66/67
Ta = -18° C to +80° C
IECEx Certicate No. IECEx CSA 13.0010
Sécurité intrinsèque en vertu de IEC 60079-0: 2007, 5e édition,
IEC 60079-11:2011 6e édition pour usage dans les atmosphères
potentiellement explosives des zones 0, 1, 2, groupe IIB.
Alkaline Batteries / Piles Alcalines:
– Energizer1 Max E92
– Energizer Industrial EN92
– Duracell2 Copper Top MN2400
The BLUETOOTH word mark and logo are registered marks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any such use of such marks by Scott is under license.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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CONTENTS
CONDITIONS OF SAFE USE ......................................................................................................................... 2
CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE ......................................................................................................................................4
INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE ........................................................................................................................ 4
LA DÉCLARATION DE CANADA D’INDUSTRIE ......................................................................................................4
GENERAL DESCRIPTION .............................................................................................................................5
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS .......................................................................................................................5
BATTERY USE ................................................................................................................................................6
INITIAL BLUETOOTH PAIRING .............................................................................................................................. 11
MOTOROLA APX FIELD RADIO WITH TWO DISPLAYS ....................................................................................... 11
MOTOROLA APX FIELD RADIO WITH ONE DISPLAY ..........................................................................................14
RECONNECT BLUETOOTH PAIRED DEVICES .................................................................................................... 15
RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER/APX RADIO TRANSMIT & RECEIVE OPERATION ............................................. 16
SWITCHING BETWEEN RADIO / XE RSM COMMUNICATION MODES ...................................................17
REMOVING BLUETOOTH DEVICE PAIRING INFORMATION ...................................................................17
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER BLUETOOTH PAIRING REMOVAL PROCESS ...................................................17
APX RADIO BLUETOOTH PAIRING REMOVAL PROCESS - TWO DISPLAY RADIOS .......................................17
APX RADIO BLUETOOTH PAIRING REMOVAL PROCESS - ONE DISPLAY RADIOS ........................................ 18
TERMINATION OF USE ...............................................................................................................................18
CLEANING AND INSPECTION ...................................................................................................................18
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
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning (Part 15.21)
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This portable transmitter with its antenna complies with FCC’s RF exposure limits for
general population / uncontrolled exposure.
FCC ID: T5E201141 and contains QOQWT32AE
CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
1. – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
4. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE
Industry Canada Statement
The term “IC” before the certication / registration number only signies that the Industry Canada technical specications were met.
Section 14 of RSS-210
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed
such that it does not emit RF eld in excess of Health Canada limits for the general
population. Consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s web site: www.
hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. this device may not cause interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT32AE and 6453A-201141
LA DÉCLARATION DE CANADA D’INDUSTRIE
L’ « IC » de terme avant que la certication/le nombre d’enregistrement signie seulement que le Canada d’Industrie spécications techniques ont été rencontrées.
Sectionner 14 de RSS-210
Le programme d’installation de cet équipement de radio doit garantir que l’antenne
est localisée ou tel est indiqué qu’il n’émet pas le champ de RF dépassant les limites
de Canada de Santé pour la population générale. Consulter le Code de Sécurité 6,
procurable du site Web de Canada de Santé : www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. L’opération est
assujetti au suivre deux conditions:
1. cet appareil ne peut pas causer l’intervention, et
2. cet appareil doit accepter de l’intervention, y compris l’intervention qui
peut causer l’opération non désirée de l’appareil.
IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT32AE et 6453A-201141
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The EPIC 3 Radio Direct Interface Voice Amplier (RDI Voice Amplier) provides
facepiece voice amplification and wireless radio voice communications when
Bluetooth® connected to a compatible portable two-way radio (supplied by the user).
The EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amplier is intended for installation only on approved SCOTT
respirators equipped with SCOTT full facepieces with dual voicemitters. Training is
required before use. These assemblies are not intended for use under water or for
any purpose not specically authorized by the organized respiratory program that
applies to the specic user.
The RDI Voice Amplier device attaches to the voicemitter bracket mounted on either side of an approved Scott Safety full facepiece. Accessory mounting brackets
are available for compatible SCOTT respirator facepieces not already equipped with
voicemitter brackets.
The RDI Voice Amplier requires three (3) approved AAA batteries (installed in the
RDI Voice Amplier from the factory).
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS
If you have any questions or concerns regarding use of this equipment,
contact your authorized SCOTT distributor, or contact SCOTT at 1-800-247-7257
(or +1-704-291-8300 outside the continental United States).
WARNING
TRAINING IS REQUIRED BEFORE USE,
ESPECIALLY IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION.
USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT PROPER
TRAINING COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
WARNING
THE USE OF AN INTRINSICALLY SAFE DEVICE
IN AN ATMOSPHERE FOR WHICH IT IS NOT
LISTED OR THE USE OF A NON-INTRINSICALLY
SAFE DEVICE IN A FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE MAY LEAD TO FIRE OR
EXPLOSION RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
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VOICE AMPLIFIER /
RADIO RX FRONT SPEAKER
LED INDICATOR
LIGHT
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER: FRONT VIEW
RADIO RX REAR SPEAKER
POWER/FUNCTION
BUTTON
BATTERY COVER
LOCKING SPRING
LEVER
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER: REAR VIEW
BATTERY USE
The RDI Voice Amplier requires battery power to operate. This comes from three (3)
approved AAA batteries installed.
NOTE
THE RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER IS SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY WITH ALKALINE
BATTERIES INSTALLED AND A BATTERY ISOLATOR LABEL TO PREVENT
BATTERY DRAIN. REMOVE THE BATTERY ISOLATOR LABEL BEFORE USE.
TO REMOVE BATTERY ISOLATOR:
• RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER: Open the battery door to pull isolator label from
battery compartment. Close and secure the battery door before use.
LOW BATTERY ALERT
Total battery life is dependent on conditions of use.
The RDI Voice Amplier LED will ash RED and chirp at 20 second intervals to indicate
that the batteries are low. After 60 minutes the blink rate will increase to 10 second
intervals and the unit will chirp at a slightly louder volume.
WHEN THE LED IS FLASHING, AND IS EMITTING A CHIRP, CHANGE THE
BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY.
WARNING
WHEN THE LOW BATTERY INDICATION
APPEARS (FLASHING RED ONLY OR FLASHING
ALTERNATELY BETWEEN RED AND GREEN
AND ACCOMPANIED BY A CHIRP) CHANGE
THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY. FAILURE TO
CHANGE LOW BATTERIES IN A TIMELY MANNER
MAY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT
IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION WHICH COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
CHANGE BATTERIES ONLY IN AN AREA
KNOWN TO BE NONFLAMMABLE. CHANGING
BATTERIES MAY CAUSE A SPARK THAT
COULD IGNITE A FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
WARNING
THE BATTERIES MUST BE PROPERLY ORIENTED
IN THE BATTERY HOLDER FOR THE EQUIPMENT
TO OPERATE. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF
THE BATTERIES WILL RESULT IN FAILURE OF
THE EQUIPMENT WHICH COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER BATTERY INSTALLATION
The RDI Voice Amplier Assembly requires three AAA batteries installed in the
microphone/speaker unit. Use only three fresh batteries from the following lists.
Do not mix battery types, old and new batteries, or batteries from different
manufacturers. When using rechargeable batteries, verify that they are fully charged
before use. Use of any other batteries except those listed will void the intrinsic safety
listing of the RDI Voice Amplier Assembly. The area must be known to be nonammable and safe before opening the battery door.
NOTE
THE RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER IS SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY WITH ALKALINE
BATTERIES INSTALLED AND A BATTERY ISOLATOR LABEL TO PREVENT
BATTERY DRAIN. OPEN THE BATTERY DOOR AND REMOVE THE BATTERY
ISOLATOR LABEL BEFORE USE. (REFER TO BATTERY USE SECTION OF THIS
INSTRUCTION).
Install batteries as follows:
1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to open the battery door. Turn the battery
door screw counterclockwise. Lift open the hinged door.
2. Inspect the contacts for corrosion or damage. If any discrepancy is found,
do not use the unit. Return to an authorized SCOTT repair center for
service.
3. Insert the batteries into the battery
compartment. Be sure to check
orientation of + and - polarity of
batteries as marked on the outside
of the battery compartment.
4. Verify that the seal around the
battery door is clean and
undamaged.
5. Close the battery door.
6. Turn the screw clockwise to tighten until snug. Do not over tighten.
7. Press the POWER Button for one (1) second to turn the RDI Voice
Amplifier. The GREEN POWER LED will illuminate indicating the RDI Voice
Amplifier is ON and the unit will sound a sequence of ASCENDING tones
based on the programming of the unit (5 tones for Open Bracket and 6
tones for Closed Bracket). If the LED does not illuminate, verify that ALL the
batteries are fresh AND that they are properly installed. The unit may emit a
high pitched tone (feedback) as the Auto Gain function sets the optimum output.
If the LED is flashing RED, the batteries are low and must be changed
before use of the RDI Voice Amplifier.
8. To verify proper operation, speak into the microphone port in the D-shaped
mount. The voice should be heard amplified coming from the speaker.
9. To turn OFF the RDI Voice Amplifier, press and HOLD the Power
Button for three (3) seconds. The unit will sound a sequence of two (2)
DESCENDING tones to indicate the unit is OFF and the LED will go OFF.
POLARITY
MARKED ON
HOUSING
WARNING
THE USE OF BATTERIES OTHER THAN THOSE
LISTED IN THIS INSTRUCTION OR REPLACING
BATTERIES IN AN AREA WHICH IS NOT KNOWN
TO BE FREE OF FLAMMABLE GASES AND
VAPORS MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION
AND MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION
TIGHTEN THE SCREW ONLY UNTIL IT IS SNUG.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
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PROGRAMMING THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
The RDI Voice Amplier is designed for use with a SCOTT Full Facepiece equipped
with voicemitters and a compatible SCOTT audio accessory bracket. The audio
accessory brackets are available as either open or closed front depending on the
approved facepiece being used. For proper performance, the RDI Voice Amplier must
be programmed for the type of accessory bracket and batteries being used.
Each RDI Voice Amplier is preprogrammed at the factory for use with Alkaline
batteries and either an open accessory bracket or closed accessory bracket
conguration. RDI Voice Ampliers programmed for open brackets will emit 5 tones
upon startup and RDI Voice Ampliers programmed for closed brackets will emit 6
tones.
WARNING
THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
COMMUNICATIONS ASSEMBLY MUST BE
PROGRAMMED FOR THE TYPE OF BATTERIES
USED AS WELL AS FOR THE TYPE OF AUDIO
ACCESSORY BRACKET BEING USED. FAILURE
TO VERIFY THAT THE UNIT IS PROPERLY
PROGRAMMED MAY RESULT IN REDUCED
PERFORMANCE WHICH COULD LEAD TO
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
ASSEMBLY P/N
201276-01 PREPROGRAMMED
FOR AN OPEN
BRACKET
RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
ASSEMBLY P/N
201276-02 PREPROGRAMMED
FOR A CLOSED
BRACKET
Programming the RDI Voice Amplier can be easily performed using either the SCOTT
EPIC 3 Programming Utility for Windows® PCs or the EPIC 3 Programming Utility
for iPhone. The Windows utility is available for free download from the Scott Safety
website, under the document section of the EPIC 3 RDI product page. It is also
available for download from the Scott Safety Distributor Passport Portal. The iPhone
utility is available for download from the Apple App Store. Search “Scott Safety” to
nd the EPIC 3 Conguration utility on the Apple app store.
• Programmer Module: The RDI Voice Amplier can be programmed using the
EPIC Programmer Module (P/N 201243-01) with the EPIC 3 Programming Utility
(P/N 31002979) to select, save, and congure settings using Bluetooth wireless
technology.
• Configuration Tone Sequences: The RDI Voice Amplifier can be
programmed using the SCOTT Programming Utility for Windows software
(P/N 31002979) to play tone sequences that correspond to selected settings
and allow the user to easily congure the settings for optimal performance. The
Programmer Utility for Windows can also be downloaded directly from the website
athttp://www.scottsafety.com/EPIC3RDI
• The Scott Safety Distributor Passport Portal is available via the following link:
INSTALLATION OF THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
ASSEMBLY
The RDI Voice Amplier facepiece assembly may be used with any approved SCOTT
respirator which includes a full facepiece equipped with dual voicemitters.
1. See audio accessory mounting bracket installation instructions
(P/N 595107-01 closed bracket; P/N 595287-01 open bracket) for details
of attaching the mounting bracket to your SCOTT full facepiece. Verify
that bracket is properly mounted for your SCOTT full facepiece before
proceeding. On the AV-2000 facepiece, pay special attention to the free
movement of the head harness tabs.
NOTE
THE RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY WILL ONLY FIT ON AUDIO ACCESSORY
BRACKET P/N 200264-XX AND P/N 200265-XX OR SERVICE KIT BRACKETS P/N
200715-XX, P/N 200716-XX, AND P/N 201210-XX.
2. The body of the RDI Voice Amplifier facepiece assembly is keyed so
that it fits in the mounting bracket only one way. Attach the facepiece
assembly to the mounting bracket as follows:
a) Hold the RDI Voice Amplifier with the battery compartment door
facing the top right harness tab.
b) Align the D-shaped mount on the rear of the RDI Voice Amplifier with the
opening in the center of the audio accessory bracket and press in.
c) While pressing the Accessory in towards the side of the facepiece,
rotate the Accessory ¼ turn counter clockwise. The lock will make
two (2) “clicks”. The second “click” will lock the accessory into place.
d) To verify that the RDI Voice Amplifier is properly locked, try to rotate
the accessory clockwise WITHOUT lifting up on the Locking Lever.
If the Accessory will not turn, it is properly locked.
e) A screw is provided in the Locking Lever to prevent accidental
removal when mounted on an open bracket. Use a Phillips screwdriver
to tighten the screw snug. Do not over tighten.
WARNING
THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER AND ITS
ACCESSORIES ARE INTENDED TO BE USED
WITH SCOTT RESPIRATORS WHICH MAY
SUPPORT HUMAN LIFE IN HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERES. FAILURE TO CAREFULLY
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS AND THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS CONTAINED IN YOUR SCOTT
RESPIRATOR OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
ON THE AV-2000 FULL FACEPIECE, VERIFY THAT
THE HEAD HARNESS TABS ROTATE FREELY
AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE MOUNTING
BRACKET. IF THE TABS FAIL TO ROTATE
FREELY, IT MAY RESULT IN A POOR FACEPIECE
TO FACE FIT AND MAY EXPOSE THE USER
OF THE RESPIRATOR TO THE HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERES RESULTING IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
WHEN INSTALLING THE COMMUNICATIONS
ACCESSORY, VERIFY THAT THE LATCH
IS FULLY ENGAGED AFTER THE SECOND
“CLICK.” USE THE LOCKING LEVER SCREW
TO SECURE. FAILURE TO VERIFY PROPER
INSTALLATION MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF THE
COMMUNICATIONS ACCESSORY WHICH COULD
LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
ROTATE COUNTER
CLOCKWISE TO LOCK
DONNING AMPLIFIER TO FACEPIECE
LOCKED
POSITION
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WARNING
THE COMMUNICATIONS ACCESSORY MUST
BE PROPERLY INSTALLED SO THAT IT DOES
NOT INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION
OR FIT OF THE FACEPIECE IN ANY WAY.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION MAY RESULT IN A
POOR FACEPIECE TO FACE FIT WHICH MAY
EXPOSE THE USER OF THE RESPIRATOR TO
THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE LEADING TO
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION
TURN THE FACEPIECE ASSEMBLY CAREFULLY
TO INSTALL. DO NOT FORCE. THE EPIC 3 RDI
VOICE AMPLIFIER SHOULD FIT SNUGLY TO THE
FACEPIECE. IF THE FACEPIECE ASSEMBLY
WILL NOT TURN, CHECK THE ALIGNMENT
AND CONFIRM THAT THE AUDIO ACCESSORY
BRACKET IS PROPERLY INSTALLED.
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USE OF RESPIRATOR WITH THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE
AMPLIFIER
INSPECTION OF EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER WITH FACEPIECE
1. Before donning the facepiece, inspect the RDI Voice Amplifier
housing for damage such as cracks, chips, discoloration, corrosion,
missing or loose parts, or burned or melted components.
2. Inspect the Mounting Bracket for damaged, missing, or loose
components. Verify that the Mounting Bracket is firmly attached to the facepiece
according to the Mounting Bracket Instructions.
3. Verify the RDI Voice Amplifier is properly installed on Mounting Bracket.
4. Verify operation of the RDI Voice Amplifier. Turn ON unit by pressing and
holding down power button for approximately one (1) full second. Release
POWER button when the LED turns from GREEN to ORANGE.
NOTE
IF THE LED FAILS TO ILLUMINATE, OR IF UNIT IS INDICATING A LOW BATTERY
(FLASHING RED OR ALTERNATING RED/GREEN AND EMITTING A CHIRP) , DO
NOT USE THE RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER. REMOVE THE UNIT FROM SERVICE.
REFER TO THE BATTERY INSTALLATION SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION.
USE OF EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER WITH FACEPIECE
1. Don the facepiece according to the instructions provided with the
complete respirator. Always draw the facepiece firmly to the face to
assure a proper seal. If you cannot achieve a good facepiece fit with the
RDI Voice Amplifier installed, do not use the respirator.
Because the RDI Voice Amplifier is physically mounted on the
respirator facepiece, use care to prevent snags or impacts on the
RDI Voice Amplifier from dislodging the respirator facepiece and exposing the
respirator user to the hazardous atmosphere.
2. Use the RDI Voice Amplifier with a normal speaking voice. Yelling or
speaking too loudly may result in unintelligible voice transmission.
3. After approximately twenty (20) minutes of inactivity (no voice input),
the RDI Voice Amplifier will automatically turn itself OFF. To reactivate,
press the POWER Button.
WARNING
IF ANY COMPONENT OF THE EPIC 3 RDI
COMMUNICATIONS ASSEMBLY DOES
NOT PERFORM AS DESCRIBED IN THESE
INSTRUCTIONS OR IF ANY DAMAGE IS FOUND
DURING INSPECTION, REMOVE THE UNIT
FROM SERVICE AND TAG FOR REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT. USE OF DAMAGED OR
MALFUNCTIONING EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
DO NOT USE THE EPIC 3 RDI COMMUNICATIONS
ASSEMBLY WITH A BROKEN OR DAMAGED
CASE OR EXPOSED WIRING. IN A FLAMMABLE
OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE SUCH DAMAGE
MAY RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION AND
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
WHEN THE LOW BATTERY INDICATION
APPEARS (FLASHING RED ONLY OR FLASHING
ALTERNATELY BETWEEN RED AND GREEN
AND ACCOMPANIED BY A CHIRP) CHANGE
THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY. FAILURE TO
CHANGE LOW BATTERIES IN A TIMELY MANNER
MAY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT
IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION WHICH COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
NOTE
ALWAYS DRAW THE FACEPIECE FIRMLY TO THE FACE TO ASSURE A PROPER
SEAL. IF YOU CANNOT ACHIEVE A GOOD FACEPIECE FIT WITH THE RDI VOICE
AMPLIFIER INSTALLED, DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR.
NOTE
BE CERTAIN THAT THE RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER FACEPIECE ASSEMBLY DOES
NOT INTERFERE WITH ANY PROTECTIVE HEAD GEAR.
NOTE
DIRT OR FOREIGN MATTER IN THE CONNECTOR CAN INTERFERE WITH
THE CONNECTION AND/OR PREVENT POSITIVE LOCKING OF THE
CONNECTOR. CONNECTORS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN OF DIRT. SEE CLEANING
AND INSPECTION SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION.
LED INDICATOR
LIGHT
POWER
BUTTON
WARNING
DO NOT USE THE RESPIRATOR IF LEAKAGE
OF AIR INTO THE FACEPIECE IS DETECTED
DURING SEAL CHECK. SEE RESPIRATOR
INSTRUCTIONS IF LEAKAGE IS PRESENT.
USE OF AN IMPROPERLY FITTED FACEPIECE
MAY EXPOSE THE USER TO THE HAZARDOUS
ATMOSPHERE WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
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OPERATING THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER WITH
THE MOTOROLA APX™ RADIO AND XE RSM
NOTE:
BEFORE OPERATING THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER WITH THE APX RADIO,
PLEASE ENSURE THE APX RADIO FIRMWARE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO R15.00
OR HIGHER AND THE RADIO HAS BEEN CONFIGURED FOR BLUETOOTH
OPERATION.
For instructions on updating the Motorola APX radio, please refer to the Motorola Radio
Conguration For Use With EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amplier quick reference guide.
KEY DEFINITIONS
PAIRING - The process by which two Bluetooth devices are connected to each other by
exchanging and storing each device’s Bluetooth radio address. Once paired, the two
Bluetooth devices can be connected and operated as a paired set.
CONNECTION - The process of connecting a paired Bluetooth device set. Once
connected, the devices can communicate and share data with each other. Audio will
only transmit between the devices after a successful connection.
INITIAL BLUETOOTH PAIRING
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
1. Power on the RDI Voice Amplifier by pressing and holding the red power
button. The RDI Voice Amplifier will emit an audio tone and the LED will
turn to solid green.
2. Continue holding the power-button until the LED switches from green to
solid red. Release the red power button.
RDI LED - OFFRDI LED - GREENRDI LED - RED
3. The LED will switch to blinking red indicating the RDI Voice Amplifier is
now in Bluetooth pairing mode and can be paired with a Motorola APX
radio.
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE EPIC 3 RDI VOICE
AMPLIFIER AND MOTOROLA APX RADIO CAN
RESULT IN IMPROPER DEVICE OPERATION
WHICH MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
BLUETOOTH INDICATORS
BT-ON Device Connected
BT-ON No Connected Device
MOTOROLA APX FIELD RADIO WITH TWO DISPLAYS
ON/OFF VOLUME
CONTROL
APX RADIO FRONT VIEW
TOP DISPLAY
4-WAY
NAVIGATION
BUTTONS
APX RADIO BACK VIEW
1, 2 & 3
DOT MENU
BUTTONS
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1. Ensure the APX radio is powered on and the Bluetooth indicator appears
in the top right hand corner.
APX_PWR_BT_ON
2. Enter the Bluetooth settings by pressing the 2-dot button under the word
“BT”.
2-DOT BUTTON
3. The APX radio will display the number of devices connected.
APX CONNECTED
DEVICES
4. Using the navigation buttons, scroll up to “Search Devices” and press
the 1-dot button to select “On”.
APX SEARCH
DEVICES
5. The APX radio will search for Bluetooth devices and display “Searching
for BT Devices”.
APX SEARCH
DEVICES
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6. When your RDI Voice Amplifier is located, the APX radio will display
“SCOTT AMPXXXX”. (XXXX = a unique 4 digit identifier). Press the 1-dot
button under “Sel” to begin pairing.
APX BT DEVICES
FOUND
7. The pairing process has now begun and it will display “Pairing in
Progress.”
APX PAIRING IN
PROGRESS
8. APX radio will emit a signal tone and display “Scott Amp XXXX Connected”
when the devices are Bluetooth paired and ready for use.
APX AMP
CONNECTED
9. You can now see an additional device has been connected and Bluetooth
is paired.
APX DEVICES
CONNECTED
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MOTOROLA APX FIELD RADIO WITH ONE DISPLAY
1. Follow the initial Bluetooth pairing instructions for the RDI Voice Amplifier.
2. Ensure the APX radio is powered on and the Bluetooth indicator appears
in the top right hand corner.
DISPLAY POWER & BT_ON
3. If the Bluetooth indicator is not visible, press the “BT On/Off” button to
turn it on.
BT ON/OFF
APX RADIO SIDE VIEW
4. Press the BT Search On/Off button on the side of the APX radio to
initiate the Bluetooth pairing process with the RDI Voice Amplifier. “SRCH
ON” will quickly appear on the APX top display to indicate the pairing
process has started.
BT SEARCH
ON/OFF
APX RADIO SIDE VIEWAPX DISPLAY SEARCH_ON
5. “SCOTT AMP XXXX CONNCTED” will scroll across the top display and
APX radio will emit a signal tone when the RDI Voice Amplifier and APX
radio Bluetooth-pairing is complete.
APX DISPLAY
CONNECTED_1
APX DISPLAY
CONNECTED_2
APX DISPLAY
CONNECTED_3
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6. The Bluetooth icon will change to show an enclosed icon when the RDI
Voice Amplifier is paired and connected.
DISPLAY BT DEVICE CONNECTED
RECONNECT BLUETOOTH PAIRED DEVICES
1. Ensure the APX radio is powered on and the Bluetooth indicator appears
in the top right hand corner.
MAIN DISPLAYTOP DISPLAY
2. Power on the RDI Voice Amplifier by pressing and holding the red power
button.The RDI Voice Amplifier will emit an audio tone and the LED will
switch from off to green. Release the red power button.This will place
the RDI Voice Amplifier into Bluetooth reconnection mode.
RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER LED - OFF
RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER
LED - GREEN
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3. The APX radio will send a Bluetooth reconnection request to the RDI
Voice Amplifier. Once the RDI Voice Amplifier accepts the request,
the APX radio will emit a signal tone and briefly display or scroll the
connected device on the screen.The devices are now Bluetooth connected
and ready for use.
MAIN DISPLAY
APX TOP DISPLAY
CONNECTED_1
APX TOP DISPLAY
CONNECTED_2
APX TOP DISPLAY
CONNECTED_3
RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER/APX RADIO TRANSMIT & RECEIVE
OPERATION
After the EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amplier & APX Radio have been Bluetooth paired, follow
the instructions below to transmit & receive.
1. To activate radio transmit on the RDI Voice Amplifier, press the Push-toTalk (PTT) button on the Motorola XE RSM. This will route radio transmit
voice audio from the RDI Voice Amplifier microphone directly into the APX
radio and out through the radio network.
2. All incoming radio communications (Rx) play through the XE RSM speaker
(default setting). Radio Rx audio volume is controlled using either the
XE RSM volume toggle switch or the APX radio volume control knob.
RADIO TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE
OPERATION_1
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SWITCHING BETWEEN RADIO / XE RSM
COMMUNICATION MODES
To switch the EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amplier / APX radio communication system back to
APX radio / XE RSM communication mode, the Bluetooth connection between the RDI
Voice Amplier and APX radio must be disconnected. This can be accomplished by
powering off the RDI Voice Amplier OR turning off the APX radio Bluetooth feature.
1. Power off the RDI Voice Amplifier by pressing and holding the red power
button. The RDI Voice Amplifier will emit an audio tone and the LED will
switch from green to red to off.
RDI LED - GREEN
2. Once the RDI Voice Amplifier is powered OFF, the Bluetooth connection
between the RDI Voice Amplifier and APX radio will be disconnected. The
APX radio will emit a signal tone and briefly display that the RDI Voice
Amplifier has been disconnected.
MAIN DISPLAY
3. Audio transmit functions will now be routed to the XE RSM or APX
radio micro-phones depending on the radio configuration settings.Your
communication system will now operate in standard APX radio / XE RSM
communication mode.
RDI LED - RED
REMOVING BLUETOOTH DEVICE PAIRING INFORMATION
Once an EPIC 3 RDI Voice Amplier and APX radio have been paired and connected,
the Bluetooth device pairing information will be maintained until it is manually removed.
This ensures the RDI Voice Amplier and APX radio will reliably and quickly reconnect
when operated as a Bluetooth paired set.
To create a new RDI Voice Amplier and APX radio paired set, it is recommended to
remove all pairing information from both devices.
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER BLUETOOTH PAIRING REMOVAL
PROCESS
1. Follow the RDI Voice Amplifier initial Bluetooth pairing instructions by
pairing the RDI Voice Amplifier with a different APX radio. If the RDI
Voice Amplifier is placed in initial Bluetooth pairing mode but is not
paired with a different APX radio, the previous Bluetooth device pairing
information is retained.
APX RADIO BLUETOOTH PAIRING REMOVAL PROCESS - TWO
DISPLAY RADIOS
1. Access the Bluetooth menu via the front display and remove the current
RDI Voice Amplifier pairing information.
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2. Alternatively, the Bluetooth pairing information can also be removed by
pressing the BT On/Off button (1-dot side button) for two seconds. The
APX radio will emit an audio tone indicating the pairing information was
removed.
APX RADIO BLUETOOTH PAIRING REMOVAL PROCESS - ONE
DISPLAY RADIOS
1. Press the BT On/Off button (1-dot side button) for two seconds. The
APX radio will emit an audio tone indicating the pairing information was
removed.
BT ON/OFF
APX RADIO SIDE VIEWAPX RADIO SIDE VIEW
TERMINATION OF USE
Exit from the area requiring respiratory protection. After leaving the contaminated
area and arriving in a safe, clean atmosphere, decontaminate as required by your
respiratory protection program. Remove any encapsulating protective garments.
Remove the respirator following the instructions for the SCOTT respirator you are using.
1. Turn OFF the RDI Voice Amplifier by pressing the ON/OFF button located
on the top of the facepiece assembly and holding for three (3) seconds.
2. Once the RDI Voice Amplifier is powered off, the Bluetooth
communications link between the RDI Voice Amplifier and two-way radio will
be disconnected. All radio transmit and receive communications functions will
be automatically routed to the two way radio or connected RSM (if installed).
Remove the RDI Voice Amplifier facepiece assembly as follows:
a) Loosen facepiece retention screw, if engaged.
b) Press the locking spring lever outward (away from facepiece).
c) With locking lever disengaged, rotate the facepiece assembly one
quarter turn clockwise (as viewed from the right hand exterior of the
facepiece) and lift the assembly away from the facepiece.
ROTATE CLOCKWISE TO OPENOPENED POSITION
REMOVING RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
CLEANING
1. After use, the RDI Voice Amplifier may be cleaned with a damp sponge.
A solution of water and mild dish detergent may be used if necessary.
2. Take care prevent excessive amounts of water from entering the holes
for the speaker or the microphone. DO NOT IMMERSE THE FACEPIECE
ASSEMBLY IN LIQUID.
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WARNING
DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE, CLEAN WITH DAMPENED CLOTH
ONLY. DO NOT USE DRY CLOTH TO CLEAN
THE SURFACE. ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
MAY CAUSE A SPARK THAT COULD IGNITE A
FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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INSPECTION
After each use, inspect the RDI Voice Amplier for damage. If any damage is found,
remove the equipment from service and tag for repair by authorized personnel. No
attempt to disassemble or repair the COMMUNICATION ASSEMBLIES shall be made.
1. Inspect the housings of the Facepiece Assembly for cracks or other
damage that could interfere with the usability of the equipment.
2. Check for missing components.
3. Turn the RDI Voice Amplifier ON and check for the LOW BATTERY ALERT.
If the LED on the RDI Voice Amplifier is flashing RED, the batteries are
low. Refer to BATTERY INSTALLATION section of this instruction for
Battery replacement. Be sure to turn the units OFF before storing.
WARNING
DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE, DO NOT CLEAN AND
MAINTENANCE DEVICE IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ENVIRONMENT. ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
MAY CAUSE A SPARK THAT COULD IGNITE A
FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
MAINTENANCE
Except for cleaning, replacing the battery, and replacement parts listed in this section
of this manual, no attempt shall be made to do maintenance or repairs beyond the
scope of this instruction manual without proper training.
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER REPLACEMENT PARTS
The following replacement parts and assemblies are available for the EPIC 3 RDI
Voice Amplier:
• Battery Door Assembly – SCOTT P/N 201079-01 (includes the retaining screw,
o-ring, and Battery Door PCBA)
• Battery Door Gasket – SCOTT P/N 10009051
• Battery Door Retaining Screw – SCOTT P/N 31001550
• Locking Spring Lever Assembly – SCOTT P/N 201081-01
BATTERY DOOR ASSEMBLY
To replace the battery door assembly SCOTT P/N 201079-01.
1. Remove retaining screw from battery cover and discard.
2. Remove the screw from the
existing battery door hinge.
Set screw aside for later use.
3. Remove the existing battery
door and discard.
4. Apply a thin film of Parker
Super-O-Lube1 lubricant to the
new battery door gasket and
install it on the new battery
door.
5. Place the new battery door in
position between the two outside walls of the door hinge
and secure with saved hinge
screw.
COVER
BATTERY COVER
W/ GASKET
HINGE
COVER
GASKET
HINGE
WARNING
MAINTAIN THE EPIC 3 RDI COMMUNICATION
ASSEMBLIES ONLY AS DIRECTED IN THIS
INSTRUCTION. DO NOT ATTEMPT DISASSEMBLY
OR REPAIR BEYOND THAT WHICH IS SPECIFIED
IN THIS INSTRUCTION OR IN THE INSTRUCTIONS
PROVIDED WITH SERVICE PARTS. IMPROPER
MAINTENANCE OR TAMPERING WITH THE EPIC
3 RDI COMMUNICATION ASSEMBLIES MAY
RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE COMMUNICATION
SYSTEM AND MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
WARNING
CHANGE BATTERIES ONLY IN AN AREA KNOWN
TO BE NONFLAMMABLE AND NONEXPLOSIVE.
CHANGING BATTERIES MAY CAUSE A SPARK
THAT COULD IGNITE A FLAMMABLE OR
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE RESULTING IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
BATTERY COVER DOOR GASKET ONLY
If only the gasket around the inside of the battery
door is damaged or missing, replace with SCOTT P/N
10009051.
1. Be sure the old gasket is completely removed
and the groove for the seal gasket is clean
before installing the new gasket.
2. Apply a thin lm of Parker Super-O-Lube lubricant
to the battery cover gasket before installing it on
the battery cover.
1
Super-O-Lube is a registered trademark of Parker Hannin Co.
COVER GASKET
BATTERY COVER
GASKET
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WARNING
FAILURE TO PROPERLY LUBRICATE THE
BATTERY COVER O-RING GASKET MAY RESULT
IN A WATER LEAK WHICH COULD CAUSE
FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT WHICH COULD
LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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BATTERY COVER RETAINING SCREW
Replace battery door cover retaining screw SCOTT
P/N 31001550.
BATTERY COVER
RETAINING SCREW
LOCKING SPRING LEVER ASSEMBLY
The following replacement parts and assemblies: SCOTT P/N 201081-01
A Locking Spring Lever– SCOTT P/N 201135-01
B Locking Spring Lever Stiffener – SCOTT P/N 31001664
C Locking Spring Lever Locking Screw– SCOTT P/N 31002517D Locking Spring Lever Retaining Ring– SCOTT P/N 31000498E Locking Spring Lever Retaining Screw– SCOTT P/N 31001110
1. Remove the spring lever locking screw
(C) with #1 Phillips screw driver.
2. Remove the spring lever (A) and the
spring lever stiffener (B) from the RDI
Voice Amplifier.
3. Place the new spring lever and spring
lever stiffener into position on the RDI
Voice Amplifier and secure with new
spring lever locking screw (C).
4. Inspect your work before use. Make
sure the screw is properly installed
and the detent lever
properly engages the
facepiece dock. If
it does not work
properly, set it aside.
D
B
Do not use and
contact SCOTT
SAFETY.
E
RETAINING
SCREW
C
A
EPIC 3 RDI VOICE AMPLIFIER LSM REPLACEMENT PARTS
For the following parts and assemblies:
• Battery Door - SCOTT P/N 31001098
• Battery Door Gasket – SCOTT P/N 31002848
• Belt Clips:
– Alligator Belt Clip - SCOTT P/N 31003082 (standard).
– Clothes Pin Belt Clip – SCOTT P/N 31003083
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WARRANTY
SCOTT SAFETY
LIMITED WARRANTY ON EPIC 3 COMMUNICATION PRODUCTS
AND ACCESSORIES
SCOTT warrants all EPIC 3 communications devices, associated accessories,
unused consumable supplies, and carrying cases supplied with the products to be
free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service for
one (1) year from the date of original manufacture by SCOTT. SCOTT’s obligation
under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing (at SCOTT’s option) the
products or components shown to be defective in either workmanship or materials.
Only personnel of SCOTT or, when directed by SCOTT, authorized SCOTT agents
are authorized to perform warranty obligations. This warranty does not apply to
defects or damage caused by any repairs of or alterations to the products made by
owner or any third party unless expressly permitted by SCOTT product manuals or
by written authorization from SCOTT. To obtain performance under this warranty,
and as a condition precedent to any duty of SCOTT, the purchaser must return such
products to SCOTT, a SCOTT authorized distributor or a SCOTT authorized service
center. Any product returned to SCOTT shall be sent to “SCOTT SAFETY” (Attn:
Warranty Claim Dept.), P.O. Box 569, Monroe, NC 28111.
This warranty does not apply to any malfunction of or damage to the products
resulting from accident, alteration, misuse or abuse.
THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN ADDITION,
SCOTT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE SALE
OR USE OF SCOTT SAFETY PRODUCTS, AND NO OTHER FIRM OR PERSON
IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME ANY SUCH LIABILITY.
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SCOTT SAFETY
Monroe Corporate Center
PO Box 569
Monroe, NC 28111
Telephone 1-800-247-7257
Fax (704) 291-8330
www.scottsafety.com
Printed in USA
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