Operation And Use - MSA FireHawk II Instrucciones Para El Uso Y Cuidado

6. Quick-Release Mechanism
a. Verify that the quick-release webbing is properly
connected to the rescue belt. The sewn fold on the
webbing should protrude completely through the
slots in the Nomex plate in the center of the lumbar
pad. The Velcro hook and loop fastener should be
securely fastened.
b. Verify that the snaps are able to be easily released
by tugging on the ends of the quick-release strap.
Ensure that the snaps are securely fastened before
use.
c. Verify that the lumbar support straps located in the
top center of the lumbar pad are properly routed
through the quick-release webbing straps and that
the ends of these straps are fully engaged with the
sewn fold on the webbing of the quick-release strap.
d. Verify that the tri-bars are securely engaged with the
lower slots on the backplate.
7. Lumbar attachment strap
a. Verify that the tri-bar(s) are securely engaged with
the center slot(s) on the backplate.
8. Accessory pouches
a. Verify that the quick-release webbing is properly
routed through any accessory pouches installed on
the air mask.
9. Regulator Holder
a. Verify that the Firehawk Regulator holder is securely
installed on the waist belt. THE REGULATOR
HOLDER MUST NOT BE INSTALLED ON THE
QUICK-RELEASE STRAPS. This will impede the
function of the quick-release mechanism. Refer to
the Installing the FireHawk Rescue Belt II on the Air
Mask section for detailed assembly instructions.

OPERATION AND USE

Donning
Refer to the user instructions for donning the air mask.
Instructions are supplied with the air mask.
User Instructions
FireHawk M7XT Air Mask
FireHawk M7 Air Mask
FireHawk M7 Responder
FireHawk MMR Air Mask
AirHawk II Air Mask
1. While donning the air mask, secure the Rescue Belt II
around the waist by connecting the hook buckle to the
adjusting D-ring. Adjust the webbing to a snug fit. The
waist belt buckles should be in the center of the waist.
2. Tuck the excess webbing of belt between the regulator
holder and the waist belt by pulling outward on the reg-
ulator holder and stowing the folded excess webbing
under the regulator holder.
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OPERATION AND USE
Using the FireHawk Rescue Belt II for
Emergency Escape
Wear gloves when using this device.
1. Locate the point of escape and a suitable anchor point.
2. Ensure the anchor and exit point are free of sharp
The anchor MUST be capable of supporting the
user and all accompanying equipment. Proper
training is required to identify appropriate
anchor points and methods of attachment.
Failure to select a suitable anchorage and
secure the line properly can result in serious
personal injury or death.
3. Deploy the hook/carabiner and descender by pulling
4. Attach the hook/carabiner to a secure anchor.
5. Feed the rope through the descender until the window
6. Prior to egress, ensure that the descender is posi-
7. While positioning at the point of egress, do not
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Misuse can result in death or serious injury.
9. Continue descending at a slow, controlled rate until a
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CAUTION
Ensure that the waist belt is fastened securely around
the waist.
edges which could cause the rope to fail.
WARNING
forcefully on the knotted rope end protruding from the
right side of the Rescue Belt II. The flap on the lumbar
pad will open and the hook/carabiner and descender
will deploy from the lumbar pad at once.
or egress point can be reached by squeezing the lever
on the descender while paying out rope.
tioned in the center of the waist.
squeeze the lever of the descender as this will allow
the rope to slip through the device.
Once positioned for egress, grip the rope entering the
descender firmly and maintain the grip throughout the
entire rappel. Squeeze the lever on the descender to
allow the rope to move freely through the device.
WARNING
DO NOT remove hand from the rope entering
the descender during descent. Doing so can
result in rapid descent.
Never jump or allow slack line to develop
between the Rescue Belt II and the anchor.
This will cause excessive shock loads to
develop in the system, which can result in
damage to the rope or separation from the
anchor.
safe area is reached.