A-A-2163
June 15, 1983
COMMERCIAL ITEM DESCRIPTION
BREATHING APPARATUS, SELF-CONTAINED
(60 MINUTE)
The General Services Administration has authorized the use of
this commercial item description.
This description covers self-contained breathing apparatus for respiratory protection in oxygen deficient or toxic atmospheres containing vapor or gases.
Salient characteristics:
High-pressure (4500 psig) open circuit design.
Cylinder shall be fiberglass wrapped aluminum.
Pressure demand type with audible warning device.
Compressed air, 60 minute duration.
The apparatus shall be an individual respiratory protective device design to provide the user with a respirable atmosphere from compressed gas cylinder(s). The apparatus shall consist of four major groups (1) the facepiece group, (2) the hose and regulator group, (3) cylinder and valve group, and (4) the backpack and harness group. A suitcase type carrying case, manual, parts list, and wrench (if needed for connections) shall be furnished with each apparatus.
All like components used in the assembly of the breathing apparatus produced under the responsibility of a prime manufacturer (contractor) shall be interchangeable.
Unless otherwise specified color shall be manufacturer’s standard.
Conformance. Self-contained breathing apparatus furnished under this description shall comply with the requirements specified in 30 CFR 11, Subpart H. The breathing apparatus shall bear approval plates and making for permissible apparatus and for approved supplemental parts as provided in 30 CFR 11, Subpart D.
The issue of 30 CFR in effect on the date of the solicitation shall be used to determine compliance with these requirements.
Preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking. The preservation, packaging, packing, labeling, and marking shall be as specified in the contract or order.
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is for sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
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