User's Manual
Rev. 04/17
EBIS - 3000 & 4500
(Emergency Breathing Inflation System)
Page 1: ...User s Manual Rev 04 17 EBIS 3000 4500 Emergency Breathing Inflation System...
Page 2: ...at sreilly aqualung com grubin aqualung com jbutner aqualung com TRADEMARK NOTICE Aqua Lung is a registered trademark of Aqua Lung America Inc Warnings Cautions and Notes Pay special attention to inf...
Page 3: ...dapter 9 Filling with a Compressor Fill Adapter 12 Filling with a HP Fill Adapter 15 Additional Filling Options 17 Vest Configuration 18 Pre Issue Inspection 20 Pre Dive Inspection 23 Post Dive Inspec...
Page 4: ...e this warning may result in serious injury or death due to fire and explosion or the serious deterioration and failure of the equipment WARNING DO NOT fill or use the EBIS if it has been exposed to e...
Page 5: ...r 5 seconds and release for 5 seconds Repeat this procedure until the system is depressurized NOTE When instructed to OPEN the handwheel turn the handwheel counter clockwise The red indicator ring wil...
Page 6: ...that may occur in maritime environments A low profile inflator w QD hose is incorporated into the plate carriers bladder system allowing the operator to make minor buoyancy adjustments underwater and...
Page 7: ...pressure cold fill in order to provide maximum breathing volume 1 Before attempting to fill the EBIS ensure that the fill adapter and first stage are completely dry especially in the area surrounding...
Page 8: ...ure is found to be present inside the fill port opening this indicates that water may have entered the first stage and cylinder DO NOT fill or attempt to use the EBIS until it has received a complete...
Page 9: ...y Use the fill system gauge to indicate accurate cylinder pressure CAUTION Do not attempt to fill the EBIS directly from a supply cylinder unless you have received the necessary training and authoriza...
Page 10: ...S is filled to its total capacity but not overfilled 3 Screw the threaded male fitting on the fill adapter into the fill port DO NOT apply a wrench or otherwise overtighten the fill adapter Fig 7 4 Lo...
Page 11: ...dial pressure gauge shows that the cylinder is filling properly 10 When air can no longer be heard flowing from the supply cylinder into the EBIS completely open the supply cylinder valve Verify the...
Page 12: ...ning and authorization to do so If done incorrectly this procedure poses certain hazards which may cause severe injury or death CAUTION The dial pressure gauge is for reference only Use the fill syste...
Page 13: ...ter 3 Loosen the yoke screw on the compressor fill yoke as needed so that the yoke can be placed over the block of the fill adapter 4 While supporting the EBIS with one hand place the yoke over the bl...
Page 14: ...o the EBIS completely open the compressor valve Verify the cylinder has been filled to its maximum capacity as marked 9 While holding the first stage and fill adapter secure close the handwheel on the...
Page 15: ...correctly this procedure poses certain hazards which may cause severe injury or death CAUTION The dial pressure gauge is for reference only Use the fill system gauge to indicate accurate cylinder pres...
Page 16: ...ort on the first stage Screw the adapter nut into the fill port until finger tight DO NOT apply a wrench or otherwise overtighten the fill adapter Fig 14 3 Close the bleed valve screw on the fill adap...
Page 17: ...ove it from the fill port Replace protector cap on the threaded male fitting of the fill adapter 10 Return the fill adapter to its storage location 11 Check that the o ring on the fill port cap is pre...
Page 18: ...Lower Tube 3 Insert the inflator hose through the bottom and out the top of the hose retainer Insert the upper inflator tube through the top and out the bottom of the hose retainer Fig 19 Figure 19 F...
Page 19: ...EBIS cylinder into the pocket on the rear left side of the vest with the dual swivel face up Connect the mouthpiece cover with a clamp strap to a user preferred location on the vest Trim the excess cl...
Page 20: ...ed to the QD fitting Inspect the entire length of the inflator hose along with the upper and lower inflator tubes to ensure there is no blistering cuts or damage present 4 Visuallyinspecttheentiresyst...
Page 21: ...dial pressure gauge to ensure the cylinder is filled to its maximum capacity as marked Fig 24 Figure 24 3000 PSI 207 BAR 4500 PSI 310 BAR NOTE The operational range for a carbon fiber composite cylind...
Page 22: ...he handwheel and depressurize the system refill the cylinder to its maximum capacity as marked Reconnect the inflator hose to the QD fitting and place the EBIS into the vest pocket Reinstall the secon...
Page 23: ...surized Visually inspect the entire system for any signs of damage or contamination 3 Briefly depress the purge button to ensure that sufficient airflow is provided to clear the second stage of water...
Page 24: ...ue to the light weight aluminum first stage the EBIS is susceptible to galvanic corrosion and needs to be rinsed thoroughly after use in salt water 3 After the system has been properly soaked it is im...
Page 25: ...sed to extreme heat or an electric motor which produces ozone Prolonged exposure to extreme heat ozone chlorine and ultraviolet rays can cause premature degradation to certain parts and must be preven...
Page 26: ...torage can still result in internal corrosion and or deterioration of o ring seals and valve springs 2 It is imperative that you obtain factory prescribed service for your EBIS on an annual basis from...
Page 27: ...ge Hose Connection Dual 360 Degree Swivel Regulator Second Stage Downstream MP Hose Length 27 in 68 6 cm Braided Inflator Type Tech Inflator Mechanism Inflator Hose 16 5in 42cm 4mmJacketedPolyurethane...
Page 28: ...e Connection Dual 360 Degree Swivel Regulator Second Stage Downstream Second Stage MP Hose 27 in 68 6 cm Braided Inflator Type Tech Inflator Mechanism Inflator Hose 16 5in 42cm 4mmJacketedPolyurethane...
Page 29: ...M100656 Compressor Fill Adapter 3000 PSI 207 BAR 820120P O ring 10 pk 957004P O ring 25 pk PN 108325 Scuba Fill Adapter 3000 PSI 207 BAR 957004P O ring 25 pk PN 102865 HP Fill Adapter 4500 PSI 310 BA...
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