PRE-OP CHECK OUT
Prior to each use, the vest should be given a thorough visual
inspection and function test.
Fully inflate the vest and set aside for 30 minutes; loss of firmness
1.
indicates leakage, which must be corrected before use.
Ensure that all stitched together components are not separating.
2.
Check that the oral inflator properly functions by depressing
3.
the oral
inflator button and exhale into the mouthpiece.
Remove the CO
4.
2
cartridges and inspect both actuators. Ensure both
actuators operate correctly by pulling the knob to operate the actuat
-
ing lever and checking that the piercing pin travels up and down. Re-
turn the actuating lever to the firing position prior to re-threading the
CO
2
cartridge into the actuator.
Perform a function check on the over pressure relief valve (OPRV)
5.
by fully inflating the vest and then squeezing the vest to ensure the
OPRV opens allowing air to escape. Next, push the deflator button to
ensure the dump valve is correctly working by allowing air to escape
(See Fig. 3).
NOTE:
Over pressure relief valve (OPRV) will actuate when the
pressure inside the vest exceeds 2.5 - 3.5 PSI (0.17 - 0.24 BAR)
greater than external pressure.
Figure 3
POST-OP MAINTENANCE
Proper maintenance will provide for years of reliable service.
The
Rescue Swimmer Vest should be stored away from direct sunlight.
After each use, soak the exterior of the
1.
vest with fresh water.
Detach HABD / SEA pocket (optional)
2.
and fresh water rinse all components
(See Fig. 4).
Open storage pocket and fresh water
3.
rinse. Ensure the hook and loop fabric
is clean from all debris (See Fig. 5).
Unscrew both CO
4.
2
cartridges from
the actuators and fresh water rinse all
components.
Inflate the vest with air, turn it to an
5.
inverted position and drain any water
out by depressing oral inflator button.
If water drains from inside the vest, a
fresh water rinse should be done.
Figure 4
Figure 5
a. To fresh water rinse the vest, depress the oral inflation valve button
and directly fill the vest with water.
b. Swish the water around to remove any mineral deposits, invert the
vest so the oral inflation valve is the lowest point and drain the
water by depressing the oral inflation valve button. Taste the last
remaining drops of water for salt. If salt is detected, repeat the
cleaning procedure for the internal bladder.
To dry the vest after cleaning, inflate the
6.
vest until it is half full, this will
allow the inner bladder to dry. DO NOT dry the vest in direct sunlight.
Store the half full, inflated vest in a cool, dry and clean area.
Check the vest 30 minutes later for any leakage. If any leakage or
7.
holes are detected, repair the vest utilizing the Aqua Lung Repair Kit
pn 42611.
WARNING:
DO NOT use aerosol silicone sprays or clean
-
ers to lubricate the components, the propellants or carrier
solvent cause cracking or crazing.
NOTE:
Ensure the actuator is free of debris and the CO
2
car-
tridge washer is in place prior to re-installing the CO
2
cartridge.
NOTE:
Remove CO
2
cartridge
washer from actuator prior to fresh
water rinse.