Drager PARAT 4000 Series Industrial Escape Hood Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: Drager

Table of Contents

Drager PARAT 4000 Series Industrial Escape Hood
General safety statements
Definitions of alert icons
Description
Intended use
Limitations on use
Explanation of symbols
Preparation for use
Maintenance
Cleaning
Disposal
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Drager PARAT 4000 Series Industrial Escape Hood

General safety statements

Before using this product, carefully read the Instructions for Use.
Strictly follow the Instructions for Use. The user must fully understand and strictly observe the instructions. Use the product only for the purposes specified in the Intended use section of this document.
Do not dispose of the Instructions for Use. Ensure that they are retained and appropriately used by the product user.
Only trained and competent users are permitted to use this product.
Comply with all local and national rules and regulations associated with this product.
Only trained and competent personnel are permitted to inspect, repair and service the product. Dräger recommends that all maintenance activities are carried out by Dräger.
Use only genuine Dräger spare parts and accessories, or the proper functioning of the product may be impaired.
Do not use a faulty or incomplete product. Do not modify the product.
Notify Dräger in the event of any product or component fault or failure.

Definitions of alert icons

The following alert icons are used in this document to indicate and highlight areas of the associated text that require a greater level of awareness from the user. The meanings of the alert icons are as follows:

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

Indicates additional information on how to use the product.

Description

DANGER

The filtering escape hood is intended for single use only. Dispose of after use!
The Dräger PARAT® 4720/4730, Dräger PARAT 5510/5520/5530/5550 and Dräger PARAT 7520/75301) do not provide protection against oxygen deficiency.
The Dräger PARAT 4720/4730 does not provide protection against carbon monoxide.
Failure to observe this can lead to severe personal injury or death.

PARAT® is a registered trademark of Dräger

Symbol Device type Filter type Approval

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Filter also meets the requirements according to EN 14387:2004+A1:2008, sections 5, 6.12.1, 6.12.2, 6.13, 8, 9 (ABEK1P3 NR)
Tested with the SCBAs of the PSS series with the following fastening points: at the cylinder tensioning strap, at the harness with karabiner, at the carrying strap left or right, at the D-rings of the PSS Safety Belt
(for a more detailed description see the corresponding assembly instructions of the Dräger PARAT 5550)
DIN 58647-7:1997, sections 4, 5.6.2, 7, 8
The Dräger PARAT 4000/5000/7000 series is approved according to: (EU) 2016/425.
Declaration of conformity: see www.draeger.com/product- certificates.

Intended use

NOTICE

Only use the escape hood for the purpose of escaping in an emergency.
Do not use it during regular operations!

The performance of the filters corresponds to the related standards EN 403:2004, EN 14387:2004 (in parts) and DIN 58647-7:1997. The Dräger PARAT 4000/5000/7000 series is designed for an escape period of at least 15 minutes. It is intended for single use only. Untrained users may experience breathing difficulties. The escape hood is suitable for self-rescue and third-party rescue.

Dräger PARAT 4720/4730 is a filtering industrial escape hood for single use during the escape from facilities where organic or inorganic gases, toxic vapors or dangerous particles are suddenly released. At high concentrations of breathing poisons (≥1 Vol%) and in the presence of low-boiling compounds of groups 1 and 2, a reduced degree of protection is to be expected.
Dräger PARAT 5510/5520/5530/5550 is a filtering fire escape hood designed for single use, which provides respiratory protection against smoke and most hazardous combustible gases for at least 15 minutes. The escape hood complies with EN 403:2004 (M) for mobile hoods. The escape hood is available in a standard size. Adults should assist children when donning the escape hood. The bag of the Dräger PARAT 5550 is only approved for use with the Dräger fire escape hood. Extra equipment such as runners and wedges can be stored and transported in the additional pockets of the Dräger PARAT 5550.
Dräger PARAT 7520/7530 is a combined filtering industrial and fire escape hood for single use during an escape from facilities. It provides respiratory protection against organic and inorganic gases. It also provides protection against toxic vapors and dangerous particles, smoke and most hazardous combustible gases. At high concentrations of breathing poisons (≥1 Vol%) and in the presence of substances with a low boiling point, a reduced degree of protection is to be expected.

Limitations on use

The oxygen content of the ambient air must be at least 17 Vol% to 19.5 Vol%. Observe the respective national regulations.

WARNING
The industrial escape hoods Dräger PARAT 4720 and 4730 do not provide protection against carbon monoxide CO). The danger of poisoning!

NOTICE
The filters of the Dräger PARAT 5500/7500 contain Hopcalite. A temperature rise is therefore possible under certain conditions due to technical reasons. This process can cause warming of the filter housing and the breathing air. This does not impair the filter performance and does not pose a health risk to the user.

Explanation of symbols

Strictly follow the Instructions for Use
Only intended for single use
Expiry date
Not suitable for CO
Maximum humidity of storage conditions
Temperature range of storage conditions
Date of manufacture of the half mask Manufacturing indicator: the figure in the center denotes the year, and the arrow points to the quarter. Example: first quarter 2018.
Date of manufacture
QR code: additional information on the manufacturer and the product.

Preparation for use

NOTICE

If you have a smaller head, you may need to press the half mask over your mouth and nose for better sealing.
If you have a large head the face mask may feel slightly less comfortable.

Keep the escape hood ready

Before use, visually inspect the escape hood. Do not use the escape hood if it shows damage (e.g. condensation water, cracks, etc.). In this case, the product must be disposed of and replaced. If the filter is deformed, e.g. by a fall, the filter performance may be impaired. In this case, the filter must be disposed of and replaced. Store the Dräger PARAT in its packaging within easy reach and protected against damage, e.g., at the workplace. Avoid high temperatures and direct sunlight. Check the expiry date on the filter. Do not manipulate the product. The seal on the packaging must be undamaged. Memorize the Instructions for Use.

During use

WARNING
Only use the escape hood if it is undamaged and the seal on the device is intact.

Dräger PARAT 4720 / 5520 / 7520 and
Dräger PARAT 4730 / 5530 / 7530

Open the packaging (Figure 1 and 2 on page 2).

Dräger PARAT 4720 / 5520 / 7520 (Soft Pack): Undo the seal.
Reach underneath the yellow clasp (Figure 1 on page 2) and pull forcefully in the direction of the arrow until the packaging is completely open (Figure 2 on page 2).
Dräger PARAT 4730 / 5530 / 7530 (Hard Case):
Reach underneath the yellow fastener and pull forcefully in the direction of the arrow until the packaging is completely open (Figure 2 on page 2). The seal is broken.
Grasp the escape hood and pull it out forcefully, the rip-tape straps are open (Figure 3 on page 2).

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Dräger PARAT 5510

Open the packaging (Figure 1 on page 2).
Grasp the escape hood and pull it out of the packaging (Figure 2 on page 2).
Grasp the pull cords and pull both plugs out of the filter (Figure 3 on page 2).

Dräger PARAT 5550

Open the bag.
Grasp the foil pouch and pull it out of the bag (Figure 1 on page 2).

NOTICE
If the foil pouch is severely damaged and moisture visibly entered the packaging in the form of drops, replace the escape hood.

Open the foil pouch at the notch highlighted in colour (Figure 2 on page 2).
Grasp the red pull cords at the edge of the foil pouch.
Grasp the escape hood and pull it out of the foil pouch. Both plugs must be pulled out of the filter (Figure 3 on page 2).

The following steps are necessary for all variants of the PARAT escape hoods

Check that both plugs have been removed. Grasp any plugs that have not been removed at the clasp and pull them out.
Don the escape hood yourself or fit it on the person to be rescued (Figure 4 on page 2):
Grip the collar with both hands and open it wide.
Pull the escape hood over your head or first insert your chin and then pull the escape hood over your head as necessary.
Make sure that your nose and chin are positioned inside the half mask. If required, take hold of the filter, pull it forward and move the half mask so that it is positioned correctly over your mouth and nose.
All your hair must be tucked under the escape hood.

WARNING

Full beards, deep scars and long sideburns can cause leaks and put the wearer of the device at risk!
If the escape hood is used by children, an adult should make sure that the half mask is positioned correctly around the chin and nose.
Check the sealing of the face mask:
close the filter opening with the ball of your hand. If you can feel an airflow, correct the position of the half mask.
Breathe calmly!
Breathing is slightly more difficult. The breathing air can become noticeably warmer, this is an indication that the filter is operating correctly.
Find an escape route to an emergency exit. If this is not possible, wait for the rescue teams to arrive! Knock on walls or stand at a window so that the rescuers can find you.

Maintenance

The maximum lifetime of the filtering escape hood is 8 years from the date of manufacture. After the filter has been replaced once, the life time of the escape hood is extended by a further 8 years. After 16 years have passed dispose of the escape hood.
The escape hood must be maintained by competent personnel only.
Replace the filter of an unused escape hood if
- the plugs of the filter have been opened.
- the seal is damaged.
- the expiry date shown on the packaging has been exceeded.
- 8 years have passed.
Use the filter replacement kit; see the corresponding assembly instructions.
The Dräger PARAT 5550 has a one-time maximum life time of 8 years.
Afterward, one filter replacement by the service of Dräger is possible.

Cleaning

For information on suitable cleaning products and disinfectants and their specifications, see document 9100081 at: www.draeger.com/IFU.

Clean the bag for the Dräger PARAT 5550 with a mild cleaning agent in the event of contamination. Pre-treat any heavy contamination by cleaning the bag manually1).

Remove the foil pouch from the bag before cleaning.
Prepare a cleaning solution consisting of water and a cleaning agent.
Clean the bag using a soft cloth and the cleaning solution.
Then rinse thoroughly under running water.
Ensure that the bag is completely dry after the cleaning process.
Only then can the Dräger PARAT 5550, packaged in the foil pouch, be stored in the bag.

Storage
Store the escape hood in its packaging in a cool and dry place. Avoid direct sunlight and temperatures below -20 oC and above +55 oC.

Disposal

Dispose of the filter and escape hood in accordance with the applicable local waste disposal regulations.
Not tested within the framework of EU prototype tests.

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