SUPER PASS II Personal Alert Safety System Charles Montgomery Fire Chief Course Developed by Lt. Ricky Phillips Sam Johnson Assistant Chief

Super PASS II Training Program Introduction 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

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications Dimensions –2.1” wide x 3.2” high x 1.6” deep Weight –7 oz. With battery (w/out key) Alarm Audio Output – feet

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications Visual / Audio Mode Display: –“Off” –“On” –“Pre-Alert” –“Alert”

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications Activation: all electronic switching –“Auto-On” –“Alarm” –“Reset” –“OFF”

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications Case –Rugged –High Temperature –Impact Resistance –Translucent –Apache Yellow polycarbonate

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications Method of attachment –rugged Grip Clip –D-ring

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications Battery –9 volt Duracell MN1604 recommended Battery Life –300 hours in sensing mode –2 to 4 hours in alarm mode

Super PASS II Training Program Specifications 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

Super PASS II Training Program Temperature 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

Super PASS II Training Program Temperature 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

Super PASS II Training Program Temp. Alarm Approx. Response Times 350ºF-6 minutes 300 ºF-8 minutes 250 ºF-10 minutes 200 ºF-12 minutes

Super PASS II Training Program 1.Alarm Button 2.Reset Buttons 3.Grip Clip and “D” Ring 4.LED’s 5.Sound Releasing ports 6.Accountability tag 7.ID Window 8.Tether Cord

Super PASS II Training Program Operating 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”

Super PASS II Training Program Pre-Alert Signal Activates if motionless 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

Super PASS II Training Program Alarm Signal Lack of Motion seconds Constant rapid pulsing Red L.E.D.s Rapid modulating loud audio –“Alarm Signal”

Super PASS II Training Program Manual Alarm Activated by manually pressing alarm button on front of unit To re-set & return to “Sensing Mode” –press both side buttons simultaneously

Super PASS II Training Program Turning OFF Unit Replace the accountability key Press both side buttons simultaneously

Super PASS II Training Program Accountability Storage Key Provides instant access for quick ID Accountability System –Required by NFPA 1500

Super PASS II Training Program Battery Installation / Replacement Remove Screws in back cover Remove Back Cover Disconnect spent battery –replace with new battery Replace back cover and screws

Super PASS II Training Program Battery Warning!!! Always use the specified 9 volt alkaline battery –Duracell MN1604 is recommended Replace twice per year –unless indicated sooner –low battery alarm

Super PASS II Training Program Low 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!!!! “Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.”

Super PASS II Training Program Limitations 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

Super PASS II Training Program Maintenance 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

Super PASS II Training Program 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