Donning the Pilot
The Pilot donning steps are as follows:
- Open flap on stowage pouch
- Remove Pilot Unit from pouch and unfold
- Open hood and loop closure between oxygen hose and neck openings
- Position neck seal towards your body with small oxygen hose opening facing down
- Place both hands inside the neck seal opening, palms facing each other, and spread the neck seal open
- Pull the hood over your head and neck
Note: It is unnecessarey to remove eye-glasses
- Close hook and loop closure capturing the oxygen hose into the oxygen hose opening
- Remove hood after you are clear of the hazard or when instructed
WARNING: THE ESSEX PILOT UNIT IS TO BE USED ONLY BY, OR UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF, AN INDIVIDUAL TRAINED AND QUALIFIED IN ITS USE. IMPROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. IMPROPER USE INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, USE OTHER THAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS AND LABELS PROVIDED.
Operation
The Essex PB&R Pilot Unit is to be used in tandem with a Pilot’s Oxygen Mask. It consists of a protective hood and neck seal that, when donned along with an onboard oxygen mask, protects the cockpit crew from smoke, toxic fumes and heat. The Pilot Unit also provides a reservoir of air and heat protection that provides the cockpit crew time to disconnect the oxygen tube and escape the plane. The Pilot Unit is to be used by trained individuals in aircraft emergencies.
WARNING: The Pilot Unit is designed for heat and fume/smoke protection only and is not a breathing device. It is designed to be used with the pilot’s oxygen mask. Use of the Pilot Unit without simultaneous use of a functioning oxygen mask may result in suffocation and death.
Pilot Unit with QD Mask
Packaging
The PILOT HOOD is folded and placed inside a Nylon, Sail Cloth Stowage Pouch.
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Pilot Hood unit description |
Model # |
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Pilot Unit |
MR-10008N |
Specifications
| Service & Shelf Life |
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10 years
Note: The equipment design life of a Pilot Unit, Model # MR-10008N was originally specified as being in excess of ten (10) years when properly stored. As of January 1, 2003, Essex PB & R recommends that the units be replaced after ten (10) years. All newly manufactured Pilot Units will be labeled with a “Replace By Date” expiration label.
In order to determine the age of the Pilot Units already in-service, the serial number label on the base of the hood shell needs to be examined. The second and third digits of the serial designate the year of manufacture.
Examples:
- Serial # of P9400179 (Example Based on if the Current Date were June 2004)
The 1st digit - designates that the unit is a Pilot Unit
The 2nd and 3rd digits - designate that the unit was manufactured in 1994
The remaining digits - designate that the units was the 179th Pilot Unit made in 1994
2004 – 1994 = 10 years, therefore, this unit is acceptable for use (until January 1, 2005).
- Serial # of P9300250 (Example Based on if the Current Date were June 2004)
The 1st digit - designates that the unit is a Pilot Unit
The 2nd and 3rd digits - designate that the unit was manufactured in 1993
The remaining digits - designate that the units was the 250th Pilot Unit made in 1993
2004 – 1993 = 11 years, therefore, this unit has expired and needs to be pulled from service and replaced with a new Pilot Hood Unit.
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| Donning time |
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Less than 15 seconds, from retrieval through donning |
| Size/Fitting |
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One size fits all adults |
| Visibility |
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360 degree visibility |
| Size/Fitting |
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One size fits all adults |
| Materials of construction |
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The hood is constructed of PFA film, which provides excellent resistance to most chemicals. It measures 13 inches at its circular base, and is 17 inches high, with an internal volume of approximately 23 liters (slightly less than 1 cubic foot). |
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The neck seal is a high strength, highly elastic silicone rubber design that fits all adults. |
| Packaging |
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Folded and placed inside a Nylon, Sail Cloth Stowage Pouch |
| Weight |
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6 ounces |
| Size |
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7½" x 8 3/8" x 1" |
Pilot Warranty
Essex PB&R Corp. warrants that: (1) The Essex Pilot Unit (hereinafter referred to as the “unit”) will remain free from defects in material and workmanship, whether patent or latent, for a period of ten (10) years from the date of manufacture when properly stowed in containers supplied or approved by Essex PB&R Corp.
The liability of Essex PB&R Corp. for any defect in any unit, and the sole and exclusive remedy of the buyer, shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the defective unit, or a refund of the original purchase price (pro-rated in proportion to the ten (10) year warranty) at the sole discretion of Essex PB&R Corp. The obligations to repair, replace, or provide a pro-rated refund shall terminate ten (10) years after the date of manufacture of the unit.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties and representations, expressed or implied, and all other obligations and liabilities of Essex PB&R Corp. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time provided above, shall constitute fulfillment of all liabilities of Essex PB&R Corp. whether based on warranty, tort, and contract or otherwise. Under no circumstances shall Essex PB&R be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
This warranty shall not apply to any unit that has been stowed in an unauthorized container, which has been repaired or altered by anyone other than Essex PB&R Corp., or which has been subject to misuse due to negligence or accident, or the failure to use the unit in accordance with the Product’s Manual supplied by Essex PB&R Corp.
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