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    Crew Portable Oxygen Systems and Smoke Hoods

    Standard portable oxygen bottles can be used by the crew to enable them to move about the
    cabin during reduced cabin pressure situations but for use when harsh environmental
    conditions exist portable sets with a full face smoke mask will be used. They may be standard
    cylinders or may be special smoke sets with built-in generators which can produce oxygen for 15
    minutes once initiated. Special training is required prior to use and they are not suitable for
    passengers.

    Aircraft Oxygen Equipment

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    Figure 13.8 Smoke hoods (Drager)
    Figure 13.9 Crew portable oxygen
    Aircraft Oxygen Equipment
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    Aircraft Oxygen Equipment

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    Aircraft Oxygen Equipment
    Safety Precautions
    The following general safety precautions apply to all oxygen systems. Specific precautions for
    individual aircraft types are contained in the appropriate aircraft manual and flight crew should
    familiarize themselves with the safety precautions for the type.
     Oxygen is a non-flammable heavier than air gas which supports combustion as well as
    life. Any flammable material will burn more fiercely in the presence of oxygen than in air.
    Smoking is therefore banned in oxygen rich atmospheres and all combustible materials
    should be removed from the area of oxygen recharging operations.
     No oil or grease should be allowed to come into contact with oxygen as there is the
    possibility of a severe chemical reaction and spontaneous combustion. This means that
    tools, protective clothing, etc. must be free from oil and grease.
     Any moisture present will react with gaseous oxygen and can cause corrosion and the
    possibility of valves freezing. The oxygen will probably smell “bad” when used. It is
    therefore essential that aircraft are replenished only with oxygen approved for aviation
    use.
     During replenishment or maintenance of oxygen systems the surrounding area must be
    adequately ventilated. Remember that oxygen is heavier than air and will fill low lying
    areas such as servicing pits, aircraft bilges, etc.
     Only lubricants specified in the maintenance manuals may be used, e.g. graphite.
     Oxygen cylinders are identified by their colour. American and European cylinders are
    green, and British cylinders are black with a white neck.

    Aircraft Oxygen Equipment

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