ANNUAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST (continued)
STEPS
PROCEDURE
INITIALS
FREE FLOW VALVE
KNOB
• Check condition of the guide hole in the knob. It
should be square and firm. If any deterioration or
excess play is present, replace knob.
DEFOGGER
• Visually inspect the free flow barrel and defogger train
for damage. Replace the o-ring on the swagelock
connector.
AIRWAY ASSEMBLY
• Visually inspect the airway assembly.
• Clean as required. Blow any moisture out of
airway assembly using compressed air.
MANIFOLD
NOTE:
Refer to the manifold section of the Operations and Maintenance Manual for
guidance.
MANIFOLD BODY
• Remove the manifold body, complete, from
the helmet.
CHECK VALVES (2)
• Remove check valves and adapters.
• Confirm correct operation of both check valves
by conducting a "suck-and-blow" check on each.
Air should only flow in one direction. If this does
not happen, replace check valve.
O-RINGS (2)
• Replace o-rings on the manifold and port plugs
annually.
SCREEN
• Visually inspect the screen for damage. Wash
with soap and water, rinse with fresh water and
allow to dry.
MANIFOLD HOUSING
• Visually inspect for damage. Wash with soap and
water, rinse with fresh water and dry by blowing
through with compressed air.
MANIFOLD GASKET
• Replace the manifold gasket annually.
O-RINGS (2)
• Replace o-rings on the manifold connecting insert
annually.
TEFLON TAPE
• Clean all Teflon tape residue from check valves
and hose fittings. Apply new Teflon tape prior to
reassembly.
WARNING: Knob slippage on the stem may
cause hazardous conditions for the diver.
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