Turning Off SCBA Equipment
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At which pressure should the control module display a flashing red LED?

  • 1575 PSI (correct)
  • 200 PSI
  • 1000 PSI
  • 1500 PSI
  • What should be done immediately after closing the cylinder valve?

  • Push the regulator release buttons
  • Open the bypass valve to vent the pressure (correct)
  • Remove the facepiece from the face
  • Press the reset button
  • At what pressure should the alarms stop?

  • 1575 PSI
  • 1500 PSI
  • 200 PSI (correct)
  • 300 PSI
  • Which action confirms that the primary low-pressure warning device is active?

    <p>All buddy lights are flashing red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step comes after turning the control module off?

    <p>Open the bypass valve to release remaining pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should the facepiece be removed?

    <p>After confirming air flow stops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Turning Off the SCBA

    • Press and hold the on/off button on the speaker module until the unit turns on, indicated by an audible tone.
    • Release the regulator by pressing the regulator release buttons.
    • Ensure air flow stops before proceeding.

    Venting Pressure

    • Close the cylinder valve fully.
    • Open the bypass valve slowly to vent pressure until the control module pressure reading drops below approximately 1575 PSI.
    • A flashing red LED will display in the HUD at the appropriate pressure.

    Low Pressure Warning

    • The primary low pressure warning device will alarm.
    • All buddy lights will flash red.
    • The pneumatic light will illuminate.
    • The alarms will continue until the air pressure is 200 psi or less.

    Shutting Down the System

    • When the system pressure falls below 200 psi, turn the control module off by pressing the reset button (green) two times within approximately one second.
    • Open the bypass valve slowly to release any remaining pressure in the system.
    • Close the bypass valve.
    • Stow the SCBA.

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    A step-by-step guide on how to properly shut down a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) device. This process ensures safe usage and maintenance of the equipment.

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