INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER P/N 200260-SERIES
FOR USE WITH SCOTT RESPIRATORS USING
SCOTT FULL FACEPIECES EQUIPPED WITH VOICEMITTERS
AMP SWITCH
BATTERY
COVER
POWER LED
FACE SEAL
GASKET
LOCKING
LEVER
FIGURE 1
WARNING
THE SCOTT EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER IS INTENDED TO BE USED
WITH SCOTT RESPIRATORS WHICH MAY SUPPORT HUMAN LIFE
IN HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERES. FAILURE TO CAREFULLY READ,
UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DESCRIPTION
QTY
PART NUMBER
EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER Ass’y
1
200260-01
Installation and Operation Instructions
1
595105-01
Copyright © 2007, SCOTT, All Rights Reserved
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P/N 595105-01 Rev. B 11/07
EXI
108928
Intrinsically safe per UL913 / CSA C22.2 No. 157-92
to Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups A-G
WARNING
TO M A I N TA I N I N T R I N S I C A L LY S A F E L I S T I N G, T H E E P I C
VOICE AMPLIFIER:
– MUST BE INSPECTED REGULARLY AS DIRECTED IN THIS
INSTRUCTION,
– COMPONENTS MUST NOT BE TAMPERED WITH IN ANY MANNER,
– BATTERIES INSTALLED MUST BE OF THE TYPE INDICATED IN
THE BATTERY INSTALLATION SECTION OF THIS INSTRUCTION.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A
MALFUNCTION WHICH COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
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EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER P/N 200260-SERIES
FOR USE WITH SCOTT RESPIRATORS USING
SCOTT FULL FACEPIECES EQUIPPED WITH VOICEMITTERS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER communications accessory is designed for use
with SCOTT Full Facepieces equipped with voicemitters. The voice amplifier
assembly is equipped with a green LED light on the top of the unit to indicate
power on as well as low battery. When attached to the facepiece voicemitter,
the amplifier electronically amplifies sound coming from the voicemitter. To
conserve battery life, the EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER assembly features an automatic power OFF feature that shuts off the power after twenty minutes of
inactivity.
A Mounting Bracket specific to the model of full facepiece in use is required to
mount the EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER to the facepiece. The Mounting Bracket
is available separately.
NOTE
FACEPIECE MOUNTING BRACKET IS REQUIRED TO MOUNT THE VOICE
AMPLIFIER ON THE SCOTT FULL FACEPIECE.
Inspect the Voice Amplifier as part of the REGULAR OPERATIONAL
INSPECTION of the complete respirator. If any damage is found, do
not use the equipment.
WARNING
INSPECT THE AMPLIFIER FOR EXTERIOR DAMAGE. IF DAMAGE
IS FOUND, DO NOT USE THE AMPLIFIER. USE OF DAMAGED
EQUIPMENT MAY CAUSE A MALFUNCTION WHICH COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS
If you have any questions or concerns regarding use of this equipment, contact your authorized SCOTT dealer or distributor, or contact SCOTT at 1-800247-7257 (or 704-291-8300 outside the continental United States).
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P/N 595105-01 Rev. B 11/07
BATTERY INSTALLATION
WARNING
THE USE OF BATTERIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED BELOW OR
REPLACING BATTERIES IN AN AREA WHICH IS NOT KNOWN TO BE
FREE OF FLAMMABLE GASES AND VAPORS MAY CAUSE A FIRE
OR EXPLOSION AND MAY LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH
The EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER accessory requires three AAA batteries to be
installed in the microphone/speaker unit. Use only three fresh alkaline batteries from the following list:
– Eveready Energizer1 Industrial EN 92
– Duracell2 2400
Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries from different manufacturers.
Use of rechargeable batteries is prohibited. Use of any other batteries except
those listed will void the intrinsic safety listing of the EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER
accessory.
Install as follows:
1. The area must be known to be nonflammable and safe before opening
the battery cover.
2. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the battery cover. Turn the battery
cover screw counterclockwise. Lift open the hinged cover.
3. Inspect the contacts for corrosion or damage. If any discrepancy is found,
do not use unit. Return to authorized SCOTT repair center for service.
4. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment. Be sure to check orientation of + and - polarity of batteries as marked on the outside of the battery compartment. See FIGURE 2.
POLARITY
MARKED ON
HOUSING HERE
FIGURE 2
5. Verify that the cover seal around the battery cover is clean and undamaged.
6. Close the battery cover and turn the screw clockwise to tighten until snug.
Do not over tighten.
LOW BATTERY ALERT
Total battery life is dependent on conditions of use. The green LED on the
microphone/speaker assembly will FLASH to indicate that the batteries are
low when approximately two hours of operating time remain. WHEN THE LED
IS FLASHING, CHANGE THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY.
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INSTALLATION
Install the appropriate mounting bracket onto the voicemitter according to Bracket Mounting Instructions P/N 595107-01 supplied with the
Mounting Bracket. Be sure the Mounting Bracket used is appropriate
for the specific model SCOTT Full Facepiece.
NOTE
THE EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER WILL NOT FIT ON OLDER SCOTT
MOUNTING BRACKETS P/N 804636-01 FOR THE AV-2000, OR P/N
805787-01 OR P/N 805787-02 FOR THE AV-3000.
WARNING
THE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED
SO THAT IT DOES NOT INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION OR FIT
OF THE FACEPIECE IN ANY WAY. IMPROPER INSTALLATION MAY
RESULT IN A POOR FACEPIECE TO FACE FIT WHICH MAY EXPOSE
THE USER OF THE RESPIRATOR TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE
LEADING TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Install the EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER communications device as follows:
1. The amplifier is keyed so that it fits in the mounting bracket only one
way. To attach the amplifier, hold it with the battery compartment cover
facing the top right harness tab. Align the mount on the rear of the amplifier with the opening in the center of the audio accessory bracket and
press in.
2. While pressing the amplifier in towards the side of the facepiece rotate
the amplifier 1/4 turn counter clockwise. It will lock into place with a
“click”. See FIGURE 3.
ROTATE
COUNTER
CLOCKWISE
TO LOCK
FIGURE 3
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P/N 595105-01 Rev. B 11/07
USING THE AMPLIFIER
1. Check to make sure the amplifier is undamaged and is secured to
the mounting bracket. Check to make sure the mounting bracket
is firmly attached to the facepiece’s voicemitter housing before
donning the facepiece.
WARNING
USE OF AN AMPLIFIER WITH A BROKEN OR DAMAGED CASE IN
FLAMMABLE OR EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE MAY CAUSE A FIRE OR
EXPLOSION WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Don the facepiece by following the instructions supplied with the
respirator. Always draw the facepiece firmly to the face to assure
a proper seal. This is especially important when using the voice
amplifier because the amplifier adds approximately six ounces to
the weight of the facepiece.
WARNING
FAILURE TO DON FACEPIECE TIGHTLY AS INSTRUCTED MAY
EXPOSE THE USER TO THE HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE THE
RESPIRATOR IS INTENDED TO PROTECT AGAINST RESULTING
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
2. With facepiece donned and respirator in operation, depress the amplifier switch to turn the voice amplifier ON. Amplifier’s green LED
will illuminate indicating amplifier has been activated. Should the
LED fail to illuminate verify BOTH that the batteries are fresh AND
that they are properly installed.
If the green LED is FLASHING, the batteries are low and must be
changed before use of the voice amplifier. See the BATTERY INSTALLATION section of this instruction.
WARNING
ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE GREEN LED IS ILLUMINATED BEFORE
USE OF THE VOICE AMPLIFIER. USE OF A DEFECTIVE AMPLIFIER
OR ONE WITH IMPROPERLY INSTALLED, LOW, OR DEAD BATTERIES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
3. Since the amplifier extends out from the facepiece, use care to
avoid striking the amplifier against surrounding objects.
4. Because the amplifier is physically mounted on the respirator facepiece, use care to prevent pulls or impacts on the amplifier from
dislodging the respirator facepiece and exposing the respirator user
to the atmosphere being protected against.
5. Use the voice amplifier with a normal speaking voice. Yelling or
speaking too loudly may result in unintelligible voice transmission.
6. With the amplifier activated, the sound of air entering the facepiece
will be amplified.
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USING THE AMPLIFIER CONTINUED...
7. After approximately twenty minutes of inactivity (no voice input) the
EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER will automatically turn itself OFF. To reactivate, press the power switch.
8. A set of batteries will power the amplifier for approximately 20
hours. The LED on the microphone/speaker assembly will FLASH
to indicate that the batteries are low when approximately two hours
of operating time remain. WHEN THE LED IS FLASHING, CHANGE
THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY. See the BATTERY INSTALLATION section of this instruction.
REDUCING FEEDBACK
Like all other amplifiers, the SCOTT EPIC VOICE AMPLIFIER is subject
to acoustical feedback, such as a loud squalling sound, under certain
conditions. To minimize feedback:
1. Activate the amplifier only after facepiece is donned and turn off
the amplifier before doffing the facepiece.
2. If feedback occurs while the amplifier is in use, press the on/off
button once and then turn on again. This may remedy condition.
3. If feedback occurs when using a cell phone of hand held radio,
change the position of the phone or radio relative to the voice
amplifier to reduce the feedback.
4. Make sure the mounting bracket is properly installed and fully
seated against the mask.
5. Make sure that the face seal gasket on the bottom of the amplifier
is installed and in good condition.
6. If feedback persists, turn off the amplifier. The amplifier should be
checked before it is used again.
REMOVING THE AMPLIFIER
1. Press locking spring lever outward with thumb to disengage the
amplifier.
2. Once the lever is disengaged, rotate the amplifier 1/4 turn clockwise and lift outward to remove from facepiece.
MAINTENANCE
1. Clean the voice amplifier assembly when necessary using a cloth
dampened with a solution of water and a mild detergent.
2. When storing the amplifier for an extended period of time, batteries should be removed to prevent damage to the battery terminals.
3. Remove depleted batteries and replace with fresh batteries in a
timely manner. Depleted batteries will cause damage if left in the
Voice Amplifier for an extended period of time.
4. Except for the replacement of the batteries, no attempt shall be
made to do maintenance or repairs beyond the scope of this instruction manual without proper training.
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P/N 595105-01 Rev. B 11/07
Health & Safety Products
Monroe Corporate Center
PO Box 569
Monroe, NC 28111
Telephone 1-800-247-7257
FAX (704) 291-8330
www.scotthealthsafety.com
Printed in USA
P/N 595105-01 Rev. B 11/07
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