This camera contains batteries and electronics. Dispose of or recycle in accordance with all applicable federal state and local
regulations.
By order of the US Department of Commerce, in conjunction with the US Department of State and DOD, this Thermal Imaging
Camera may not be resold, re-exported, transferred, or otherwise disposed of outside of the country named as the location of
foreign end use, either in its original form or after being incorporated into other end items, without the prior written approval of
the US Department of Commerce. Violation of this regulation may result in fine and/or imprisonment.
1.3 Safety and Precautionary Measures
WARNING!
• The user must be trained and thoroughly familiar with proper operation and limitations of the thermal imaging camera
prior to use. Use in controlled live-burn exercises is suggested before using the equipment in actual emergency
situations.
• Do not rely on the thermal imaging camera as the sole means of navigation or deviate from standard fire-fighting
navigational practices during use. Although the system provides an image in dark and smoky environments, the user
may become disoriented or lost in such environments if the system becomes inoperative.
• Most electronic devices cease to operate at certain high temperature extremes. Tests on the EVOLUTION6000 Series
TICs indicate that they provide an acceptable image when subjected to an ambient temperature of approximately 120°C
(248°F) for 20 minutes. Exposure to conditions exceeding these result in deterioration and loss of image.
• This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D, ClassII, Division2, Groups F and G or
nonhazardous locations only (equivalent to ATEX industrial area, equipment group II, zone 2, gas group IIB).
• This thermal imaging camera is not rated as "Intrinsically Safe". Do not use the system in environments or atmospheres
where static or sparks may cause an explosion.
• Before entering a hostile environment, test the thermal imaging camera as specified in the instructions to ensure that it is
functional. After each use, inspect the camera to determine if servicing is required.
• Exposure to high temperature environments for an extended period of time may cause degradation or loss of thermal
image. Avoid heat saturation or overexposure of the equipment. If degradation of the thermal image is observed,
immediately remove the equipment from the high heat environment and allow it to cool until the thermal image returns to
normal; otherwise, the system may become inoperative.
• Do not mark the camera i.e., with stamps, labels, paint or other method. Use of such markings may interfere with
camera use or may constitute a flammability hazard.
• Replacement batteries must exactly match the ratings and configuration of those supplied with the camera. Use of
unapproved batteries may render the system inoperative.
• Use only battery chargers made available by MSA for use with this device; other chargers may damage the battery pack
and the device. Dispose of batteries in accordance with local health and safety regulations.
• Do not remove the thermal imaging camera cover or casing. Only authorized personnel may service the camera.
• Ensure battery is fully charged before use. If not fully charged, the camera will not operate for the specified amount of
time. Monitor battery level during use and immediately exit the hazardous area when a low battery warning is observed.
• Electromagnetic radiation (radio transmissions) may cause interference. Minimize nearby radio transmissions if
excessive interference occurs.
• Do not point the thermal imaging camera directly at the sun; otherwise, damage to the detector may occur.
• Do not drop the thermal imaging camera. Although the camera is designed to withstand normal impacts that occur in fire
service, such impacts may alter the focus or damage the unit.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.
5 Evolution 6000 Thermal Imaging Camera
US 1 Safety Regulations
