Backpack Harness And Frame - Honeywell Titan SCBA Training Manual

The backpack consists of a lightweight aluminum backplate with an aluminum hip plate that both hing-
es and swivels on the backplate. The backplate has four integrated carrying handles with carab i n eer at-
tachment points. Each attachment point is rated to 1,000 pounds. The air cylinder is retained by a stain-
less steel band that provides positive retention and requires two independent actions to open. The stain-
less steel band has adjustment points that allow for the use of 30-minute, 45-minute or 60-minute air cyl-
inders. A reflective strip will be adhered the center section of the stainless steel band. A color coded
system will allow for general i d entification of each SCBA assigned.
Designed for a secure, stable fit, with weight concentrated at the hips, the straps are made Kevlar and
incorporate a metal automotive-style waist buckle. The waist straps adjust from both sides by pulling on
the gray tabs keeping the SCBA centered during donning. There are two regulator receiver clips. One
clip is located on the lower left shoulder strap and the other is located on the left side waist strap for
storage of the second stage regulator. The regulator belt clip is designed to keep the second stage regu-
lator clean and secure until it is attached to the facepiece. The shoulder straps adjust by pulling on the
yellow tabs and maintain their adjusted position using an alligator type clip.
The intermediate pressure hose is routed over the left shoulder and incorporates the electrical/
pneumatic connector. This connection can only be completed one way. The completed connec-
tion sends air and power to the second stage regulator and the electronics required for the Heads-Up
Display. The quick connect fittings emp l o y a push/pull release to prevent accidental disconnection. The
male connection has to be pushed into the female fitting and the sleeve on the female fitting pulled
back to allow separation.
Located at the base of the backpack is the battery compartment that houses four C size batteries. All
electronics are suppli e d by these batteries except the Voice Amplifier. The back PASS has an amber LED
battery status indicator. In storage or when the SCBA is activated manually or by pressure from the cylin-
der, the amber LED flashes every ten seconds to indicate a low battery condition, and will cease flashing
altogether to indicate a dead battery. An audible beep will also sound every ten seconds to indicate a low
battery condition.

1. BACKPACK HARNESS AND FRAME

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