Product Overview; Feature Description; Detailed Description - Spasciani BVF Instrucciones De Uso

1. GENERAL

1.1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The SPASCIANI BVF series device is a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) that uses an open-circuit breathing
system, not depending from the environment.
The breathable air is supplied to the user from a cylinder of compressed air by means of a pressure reducer and an
automatic demand valve connected to the mask; exhaled air flows to the ambient atmosphere through the exhalation
valve without recirculation inside the mask.
The series in compatible with a wide range of compressed air cylinders, full face masks and demand valves, as well as
with various accessories.

1.2. FEATURE DESCRIPTION

SPASCIANI BVF self-contained breathing apparatuses are classified, in accordance with the EN 137:2006 standard, as
follows:
-Type 1: device for industrial use.
Each apparatus shall be assembled in different approved configuration (e.g. steel or composite cylinder, full face
masks, accessories) as described in the Configurator (See table 3).
1.3. INTENDED USE, LIMITATIONS
The BVF breathing apparatus, complete with cylinder, mask and demand valve in the combinations described by the
Configurator, are light duty Type 1 SCBA designed for short inspection and maintenance interventions in chemical
plants or for escape.
The adjustable straps allow to put the cylinder in the most pleasing position on the side of the operator or on the front
allowing him to move even in small spaces.
It is extremely important to follow the instructions for use reported on this booklet and it is strictly forbidden to use
the device for purposes other than the ones described in these instructions.
The devices described herein ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR UNDERWATER USE even if their functions remain unaffected
when submerged in water for a short period of time.
Their autonomy depends on the air reserve available. Refer to Table 1 for more information.
Always use breathable air according to the EN 12021 standard.

2. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The breathing apparatus BVF consists of the following elements:
Carrying system
Air pressure cylinder
Pressure reducer
High pressure gauge with connection hose
Demand valve with audible warning device
Full face mask
and any
Accessories
Reference figures:
Fig. 1 for BVF
Fig. 2 for the pressure reducer
Fig. 3 for the demand valve
Fig. 4 for the full-face mask
2.1. CARRYING SYSTEM (pos. A in Fig. 1)
The carrying system consists of a harness formed by shoulder straps (a1) and waist belt (a2), both adjustable in length,
that allow to carry on the shoulder the device and hold the cylinder close to the body.
2.2. CYLINDER WITH VALVE (pos. B in Fig. 1)
The BVF are equipped with a steel or composite cylinder whose technical features are summarized in the following
table:
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