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obtained. The RMA will help identify returned equipment when it arrives at our receiving dock and enables 
tracking of the equipment while at our facility. The material should be shipped to 

EdgeTech, 4 Little Brook 

Road, West Wareham, MA 02576

. Refer to the RMA number on all documents and correspondences.  

All returned materials must be shipped prepaid. Freight collect shipments will not be accepted. EdgeTech 
will pay freight charges on materials going back to the customer after they have been evaluated and/or 
repaired. If the equipment is the property of EdgeTech, please insure for full value. 

All shipments must be accompanied by three copies of your proforma  invoice, with the value of the 
material, and the reason for return. If the reason is for repair, it must be clearly stated in order to move 
through customs quickly and without duties being charged. Whenever possible, please send copies of 
original export shipping documents with the consignment. Fax one invoice, packing list, and a copy of the 
airway bill to EdgeTech upon shipment to EdgeTech’s Main Office 

Fax: 1-508-291-2491

If there is more than one item per consignment, a packing list must accompany the shipment, which can 
be combined with the proforma invoice and packing list if the contents of each carton are clearly 
numbered and identified on the invoice. 

CAUTION! 

If your product is a portable topside, never attempt to ship it in its Storm 
Case

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 alone. Although rugged, these cases are not intended to be used 

as shipping containers, and the delicate internal components could be 
damaged if used in this manner.

 

 

Note: 

All shipping charges shall be the responsibility of the customer, and 

the return shipment will be sent on the customer’s account.

 

Foreign and Domestic Shipping Return Instructions 

1.

 

The items must be sent prepaid to our door –  using a reputable company. Freight collect 
shipments will not be accepted. Small items can be shipped prepaid directly to EdgeTech via 
FedEx, DHL, UPS, Airborne, etc. 

2.

 

For your protection, the items should be fully insured. EdgeTech will not assume any responsibility 
for damage to the shipment while in transit inbound or outbound. 

3.

 

Items within the warranty period must be sent prepaid to our door – using a reputable company. 
EdgeTech will only pay for return shipping charges, if damage was not caused by misuse. 

Summary of Contents for 8242XS

Page 1: ...EdgeTech 4 Little Brook Road West Wareham MA 02576 Tel 508 291 0057 Fax 508 291 2491 www EdgeTech com 8242XS RELEASE U S E R H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 0004815_Rev_G 3 30 2018 ...

Page 2: ...re issued in strict confidence on condition that they not be copied reprinted or disclosed to a third party either wholly or in part without the prior written consent of EdgeTech Any reproduction of EdgeTech supplied software or file sharing is strictly prohibited Copyright 2011 2018 EdgeTech All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...volve the use of anti static protection materials and grounding straps for personnel WARNING High Voltage may be present in all parts of the system Therefore use caution when the electronics are removed from their containers for servicing Warnings Cautions and Notes Where applicable warnings cautions and notes are provided in this manual as follows WARNING Identifies a potential hazard that could ...

Page 4: ...re drivers if applicable At times however direct replacements may not exist When this happens EdgeTech will provide the necessary drivers with the replacement part if applicable EdgeTech may also change certain hardware per customer requirements Therefore portions of this manual such as parts lists and test features are subject to change These sections should be used for reference only When change...

Page 5: ...features of the 8242XS some features may be periodically upgraded Therefore the information in this manual is subject to change and should be used for reference only Liability EdgeTech has made every effort to document the 8242XS Release in this manual accurately and completely However EdgeTech assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from the use of this manual or the equipm...

Page 6: ...e items have not been misused or abused in any manner nor have repairs been attempted thereon without the approval of EdgeTech Customer Service iii Written notice of the failure within the warranty period is forwarded to Seller and the directions received for properly identifying items returned under warranty are followed iv The return notice authorizes Seller to examine and disassemble returned p...

Page 7: ...opy of the airway bill to EdgeTech upon shipment to EdgeTech s Main Office Fax 1 508 291 2491 If there is more than one item per consignment a packing list must accompany the shipment which can be combined with the proforma invoice and packing list if the contents of each carton are clearly numbered and identified on the invoice CAUTION If your product is a portable topside never attempt to ship i...

Page 8: ...t is FREE DOMICILE and must be delivered to our door 5 Please send all shipping documents in advance of the shipment by email to service edgetech com Providing EdgeTech with the shipping documents will enable us to follow up with the carrier on our end Also include EdgeTech s broker information below on the commercial invoice Attn Brenda Richards Terri DiOrio TransGroup BOS INTL 140 Eastern Ave Ch...

Page 9: ...erefore we encourage you to contact EdgeTech Customer Service to offer any suggestions or to request technical support NOTE Please have your system Serial Number available when contacting Customer Service E mail service edgetech com Mail 4 Little Brook Road West Wareham MA 02576 Telephone 508 291 0057 Facsimile 508 291 2491 24 Hour Emergency Technical Support Line 508 942 8043 For more information...

Page 10: ... coastal applications for over 50 years The company has responded to the needs of the scientific Naval and offshore communities by providing equipment such as sub bottom profilers side scan sonar acoustic releases USBL positioning systems and bathymetric systems that have become standards in the industry EdgeTech has also consistently anticipated and responded to future needs through an active res...

Page 11: ...ii International Shipping Return Instructions viii CUSTOMER SERVICE ix COMPANY BACKGROUND x TABLE OF CONTENTS xi LIST OF FIGURES xiv LIST OF TABLES xvi 1 0 OVERVIEW 1 1 Basic Functionality 1 1 2 0 SPECIFICATIONS 2 1 Mechanical Physical Specifications 2 1 Printed Circuit Board PCB 2 1 Acoustic Specifications 2 2 BACS Command Structure 2 2 BACS Command Coding 2 3 Standard Command Functions 2 3 Envir...

Page 12: ...g 4 12 Leak Detection and Condensation Prevention 4 13 Arming the Instrument 4 14 Release Function 4 18 Release Latch Inspection following high load in air releases 4 19 ON OFF Option 4 19 On Off Instructions 4 20 4 5 1 1 On Instructions 4 21 4 5 1 2 Off Instructions 4 22 Air Acoustic Testing 4 23 Setup 4 23 Tests 4 23 Post Deployment 4 24 5 0 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Housing and Release Preparation and Ca...

Page 13: ... 5 14 O Ring Service Disassembly 5 14 General Cleaning and Inspection 5 16 Inspection Particulars 5 16 General Inspection and Replacement Schedule 5 17 Field Service Kit 5 17 Callout Assembly Drawings 5 17 0002737 BOM 5 19 0002650 BOM 5 21 0002780 BOM 5 25 A 0 REMOTE RELEASE A 1 A 1 Mechanical Drawings A 1 B 0 TANDEM RELEASE OPTION B 1 B 1 Parts List B 1 B 2 Mechanical Drawings B 1 ...

Page 14: ... Base of the Transducer End to Fully Seat it into the Housing 4 7 Figure 4 12 Cage Assembly for Transducer End Cap 4 8 Figure 4 13 Attach One Part of the Lifting Support 4 8 Figure 4 14 Applying the Second Part of the Lifting Support Including the Spreader Rods 4 9 Figure 4 15 Use the Mallet to Ensure the Lifting Support is Securely Attached 4 10 Figure 4 16 Replace the Two Titanium bolts 4 10 Fig...

Page 15: ...and Back up O Rings 5 8 Figure 5 9 Clamping Hardware 5 9 Figure 5 10 The Plugged in Battery Cable and Transducer Cable 5 11 Figure 5 11 The Battery Pack is on the Underside of the Electronics Chassis 5 12 Figure 5 12 Close up view of the 4 Bracket Screws and 2 Retainer Brackets 5 12 Figure 5 13 The Transducer End O Rings 5 15 Figure 5 14 The Release End O Rings 5 15 Figure 5 15 The Purge Port Plug...

Page 16: ... Pair Breakdown 2 3 Table 2 5 Standard Command Functions 2 3 Table 2 6 Environmental Specifications Temperature 2 3 Table 2 7 Battery Type Specifications 2 3 Table 3 1 Status Reply Meanings 3 2 Table 5 1 General Inspection and Replacement Schedule 5 17 Table 5 2 Field Kit 0003102 5 17 Table 5 3 0000002737 BOM 5 19 Table 5 4 0002650 BOM 5 21 Table 5 5 0002780 BOM 5 26 Table B 1 8242XS Tandem Parts ...

Page 17: ...re and is compatible with the 8011M and PACS EdgeTech Deck Units shown below The BACS coding structure provides 12 000 possible command codes The release has an enable disable command for controlling the transponder function as a standard feature When disabled the transponder will not reply when interrogated The RELEASE command causes the 8242XS to manually disconnect from its mooring The RELEASE ...

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Page 19: ...central axis loading Depth rating working 6 000 meters 19 700 ft Length 94 6 cm 38 00 in standard unit Housing O D 13 cm 5 12 in Housing I D 10 cm 4 0 in Weight in air 36 kg 79 lbs standard unit Weight in water 28 kg 62 lbs standard unit Exposed materials Acetal washers etc NiAlBz housing end caps and mechanism Buna N O Rings Titanium Table 2 1 Mechanical Physical Specifications Printed Circuit Bo...

Page 20: ...rated by a 5 sec interval Each word is comprised of 8 bits from a 16 bit command The 16 bit command is a 15 bit 11 block cyclic code with an overall parity bit appended to the end to form a 16 bit code with a minimum Hamming distance of 4 bits Two transitions are required within each word and no repetitions of words are allowed in a command SPECIFICATION VALUE Coding General to 8000 series Binary ...

Page 21: ...ansponder RELEASE Activate mechanical release Table 2 5 Standard Command Functions Environmental Specifications TEMPERATURE VALUE Operating 10 C to 40 C 14 F to 104 F Storage Batteries Removed 20 C to 85 C 4 F to 185 F Table 2 6 Environmental Specifications Temperature Battery Types SPECIFICATIONS VALUE Welded Alkaline pack 2 years 40 000 replies Replaceable Alkaline 2 years 100 000 replies 4 year...

Page 22: ...SECTION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2 4 Figure 2 2 ICD 8272 XS Short 0010816 ...

Page 23: ...2 5 Figure 2 3 ICD 8242XS Long 0011329 ...

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Page 25: ...is important to verify that the Release Hook is not obstructed in its motion which could prevent it from disengaging The release mechanism is designed for in line loads side loading will severely degrade performance Generally the Release Link is treated as a disposable item It is used to electrically isolate the release from the rest of the mooring Status Reply Upon receiving a valid command the i...

Page 26: ...nd released tilted more than 45 from upright and not released After a command has been received the unit transmits a series of encoded pings The 4 possible status replies are PATTERN STATUS 15 pings at 2 second intervals Upright Not Released 7 pings at 2 second intervals Tilted Not Released 15 pings at 1 second rate Upright Released 7 pings at 1 second rate Tilted Released Table 3 1 Status Reply M...

Page 27: ...ise extreme caution to prevent serious personal injury Tools Socket Wrench Soft Mallet Turning the Unit On 8242XS are carefully tested and shipped from the factory with a new battery pack installed Unless otherwise requested all battery packs are disconnected in transit to prolonging the battery life To use the 8242XS the Housing MUST be opened so that the battery can be plugged into the JP5 heade...

Page 28: ...om the Release end of the Instrument by unscrewing the nylon screw that holds it in place shown in FIGURE 4 2 Figure 4 2 Remove the Purge Port Plug Retainer 2 Equalize pressure by removing the purge port plug shown in FIGURE 4 3 Figure 4 3 Removing the Purge Port Plug ...

Page 29: ...hen attempting to removing the Top Nut from the three titanium bolts This can cause the nuts to seize together and prevent loosening the bolt a Remove the second nut from each of the three titanium bolts using a wrench and socket wrench as shown in FIGURE 4 4 Figure 4 4 Removing the 3 Top Nut from the 3 Titanium Bolts b Remove the remaining nut from each of the three titanium bolts with the same t...

Page 30: ...e side of it off shown in FIGURE 4 5 Figure 4 5 Using a Wrench to Pry the Cage Apart 3 With a soft mallet tap the cages free of the End Cap two 1 2 inch diameter spreader rods are loose and will fall free of the cage as it is disassembled Figure 4 6 Tapping the Cage Free with a Mallet ...

Page 31: ...as the Transducer is plugged into the Electronics Assembly 1 Grip the Transducer by its base close to the metal end cap and pull the Transducer End Cap from the Housing taking care not to squeeze or deform the Transducer Figure 4 7 Removing the Transducer End Cap Figure 4 8 The Removed Transducer End Cap ...

Page 32: ...en doing so ensure to line the pins up correctly as shown in FIGURE 4 9 and FIGURE 4 10 Figure 4 9 Battery Connection Location and One Method for Plugging in the Board CAUTION Ensure the 4 pin battery pack cable connector alignment tabs are properly aligned with the power connector on the electronics assembly before pressing into place If misaligned damage to the electronics may occur rendering th...

Page 33: ...ectronics assembly before pressing into place If misaligned damage to the electronics may occur rendering the Release unusable until repaired 1 Gently guide the Transducer End cap into the Housing taking care not to pinch the Transducer Cable and Battery Cable As the O ring enters the Housing firm but gentle pressure must be applied to seat the end cap fully against the Housing as shown in FIGURE ...

Page 34: ...E 4 8 Attaching the Lifting Support Figure 4 12 Cage Assembly for Transducer End Cap 1 Put one side of the cage on Tap it down softly with a mallet as shown in FIGURE 4 13 Figure 4 13 Attach One Part of the Lifting Support ...

Page 35: ...nto the spaces one at a time as shown in FIGURE 4 14 Note If inserting the spreader Rods is difficult remove one part of the Lifting Support and try again without pushing it down Figure 4 14 Applying the Second Part of the Lifting Support Including the Spreader Rods b Gently use a mallet to tap the cage together and try to keep the gaps between the clamps on both sides even as shown in FIGURE 4 15...

Page 36: ...izontal members of the cage must form a complete box CAUTION Ensure the Nylon washers are included in the reassembly procedure and are placed between the titanium washer and the Support Brackets They are vital to the operation of the 8242XS Refer to FIGURE 5 9 3 Start by replacing the two titanium bolts on the two sides of the top cage clamp assembly Replace the bolts with only one nut first as sh...

Page 37: ...wrench between the cage so this is the only time to put the wrench on the bolt instead of the nuts Figure 4 17 Using the Wrench on the top bolt at the bottom tighten the first nut Figure 4 18 Top End Cap Completed Assembly Spreaders 2 Three sets of 5 16 titanium hardware with nylon shoulder washers between titanium and bronze Three sets of 5 16 titanium hardware with nylon shoulder washers between...

Page 38: ...ug is approximately flush with the end cap when it is inserted fully and the glass epoxy retainer is wrapped around the 19 inch diameter stub 1 Purge the instrument as per the following sub section 4 2 2 Replace the Purge Port Plug as shown in FIGURE 4 19 Figure 4 19 Replace the Purge Port Plug 3 Replace the Purge Port Retainer using the nylon screw as shown in FIGURE 4 20 Figure 4 20 The Replaced...

Page 39: ...t a purge port adaptor and draw a 3 PSIG vacuum do not exceed 5 PSIG 4 Close the manifold valve to the instrument and allow the instrument to sit for 15 minutes Check the gauge afterwards and verify that the vacuum did not change This step is done to detect gross O ring problems cut or missing 5 Open the valve to the instruments purge port and a Backfill the Housing with dry nitrogen gas do not ex...

Page 40: ...ed even after multiple firings except for battery replacement Figure 4 21 Clevis Rotation Drawing The Model 8242XS release is designed to be used with the EdgeTech Release Link The release link will accept a standard 5 8inch shackle maximum 77in 1 9 cm pin diameter and minimum 1 06in 2 7 cm opening The external moving components of the release mechanism are shown in FIGURE 4 22 ...

Page 41: ...4 15 Figure 4 22 The Armed 8242XS T Shaped Release Shaft Zinc Anode Release Link Release Hook Slotted Release Latch ...

Page 42: ...e Anchor Link and the Hook pivoting the latch back over the T Shaft Figure 4 23 The Release Link Captured by the Release Hook 2 Capture the end of the hook behind the latch while passing the slot in the latch down over the T shaft as shown in FIGURE 4 24 Figure 4 24 Capture the End of The Hook onto the Latch Recess ...

Page 43: ...ISM FURTHER THAN NEEDED approximately 40 inch pounds torque is required to rotate the shaft 30 degrees clockwise CAUTION The Release Mechanism is armed after rotating the shaft Do not attempt reverse rotation with the arming tool Forced reverse rotation will jeopardize optimum performance Figure 4 25 Rotating the Shaft Using the Arming Wrench ...

Page 44: ...is with support via two thrust washers at the top inside end of the shaft The torque created by the spring needs to overcome the friction between the shaft and the latch Because the torque generated by the spring is a fixed quantity the electrical current requirement of the motor is purely a function of the size of the spring The central design parameter of the mechanical release assembly is the s...

Page 45: ...d for the test ON OFF Option When the On Off Option is included the instrument may be fully prepared and sealed before powering the electronics The power supply is an open loop until the On Off Actuator Plug is fully inserted The On Off Actuator Plug is a keyed four pin plug that closes the power supply circuit when it engages the connector inside the instrument WARNING NEVER twist or attempt to r...

Page 46: ...e If this option was purchased follow the instructions below If this option was not purchased disregard this section as the On Off Actuator Plug was replaced with a Dummy Plug Note When powered on the On Off Actuator Plug is approximately flush with the End Cap and the epoxy retainer is wrapped around the 19 inch diameter stub as shown in FIGURE 4 29 On Off Actuator Purge Port Plug OFF Position ON...

Page 47: ...e 4 30 Loosen the Retainer and Move It Out of the Way 2 Push On Off Actuator Plug in This will turn the On Off Option ON as shown in FIGURE 4 31 Figure 4 31 Push in the On Off Actuator 3 Return Retainer to its proper position and tighten it as shown in FIGURE 4 32 Figure 4 32 Return Retainer and Tighten ...

Page 48: ...out of the way as shown in FIGURE 4 30 2 Pull the On Off Actuator Plug out so the off position groove is flush with the unit as shown in FIGURE 4 33 This will turn the On Off Option OFF Figure 4 33 Pull the On Off Actuator Out 3 Return Retainer and tighten as shown in FIGURE 4 32 ...

Page 49: ...ustic impedance of air is quite different from that of seawater which renders the Transducer a far less efficient receiver when out of water For this reason it is necessary to place the source Deck Unit Transducer within a meter or two of the 8242XS Transducer with no obstructions to the acoustic path Depending on the environment some experimentation may be necessary to find a suitable location Te...

Page 50: ... on the front panel of the Deck Unit 4 Orient the release vertically Transducer up and send the DISABLE command The instrument should reply with a series of 15 pings at a 1 second rate indicating released and tilted less than 45 degrees Now range on the instrument again with the deck unit This time the unit should not transmit a reply pulse It is good practice DISABLE the release after deployment ...

Page 51: ...itrogen which reduces moisture in the housing and helps to seat the O Rings Equalization of pressure by removal of the purge port plug will be necessary to gain entry into the instrument WARNING If the underwater unit has been deployed there is the possibility of leakage and internal pressurization of the housing If the housing is pressurized be sure to exercise extreme caution when relieving the ...

Page 52: ...isolated from any dissimilar metal Because of this the instrument is supplied with a disposable anchor link with nylon insulating bushings This link or its equivalent must be used to prevent harmful galvanic corrosion between dissimilar metals Tools Socket Wrench Soft Mallet 8242XS Disassembly To Disassemble the 8242XS 1 Remove the Purge Port Plug referring to sub section 4 1 1 2 Remove the Liftin...

Page 53: ...by disconnecting the connector from the battery pack to the main board Note Always unplug the Battery before unplugging the Transducer Cable 5 Disconnect the transducer cable Figure 5 2 The Unplugged Battery and Transducer Cables ...

Page 54: ...to removing the Top Nut from the three titanium bolts This can cause the nuts to seize together and prevent loosening of the bolt a Remove the second nut from each of the three titanium bolts using a wrench and socket wrench as shown in FIGURE 4 4 Figure 5 3 Removing the 2 Top Nut from the 2 Titanium Bolts b Remove the remaining nut from each of the three titanium bolts with the same tools using t...

Page 55: ...the Clevis End Cap to pry one side of it off shown in FIGURE 5 4 Figure 5 4 Using a Wrench to Pry the Clevis End Cap Apart 6 With a soft mallet tap the other half of the clamp to free the End Cap Figure 5 5 Tapping the other end of the clamp with a soft Mallet ...

Page 56: ...to pull the chassis out straight and not drag the chassis edge on the housing bore seal 6 Remove the Release End Cap by carefully sliding the Electronics Assembly out of the Housing Take care not to scratch the O ring surfaces shown in FIGURE 5 6 Figure 5 6 The Electronics Assembly Completely Removed from the Housing ...

Page 57: ...e diameters i e cover diameter with plastic sleeve See FIGURE 5 7 FIGURE 5 9 and FIGURE 4 12 CAUTION Only a light coating of lubricant is required Excess lubricant between seals may cause excessive hydraulic pressure between O Rings resulting in improper seating Figure 5 7 O Rings in Clevis End Cap 2 Slip the electronics into the housing After the electronics is in the housing and before the trans...

Page 58: ... secured to the housing by gently starting one of the clamps onto the 15 degree tapered flanges After both sides of the clamp have been started seat the clamp with progressively sharper taps using a soft mallet Clamping hardware includes 5 16 titanium nuts bolts and washers are shown in FIGURE 5 9 NOTE Nylon shoulder washers also included are essential and must be positioned between the titanium a...

Page 59: ...at the battery connector is disconnected from the board and remove the brackets which hold the battery pack to the aluminum plate Discard the old battery Install the new battery and replace the brackets which hold it in Route the battery connection in such a way that it will not be crushed when assembling the electronics in to the housing After replacing the batteries the user is advised to perfor...

Page 60: ... as a table or work bench to prevent damage to all components When replacing the battery take special care to install the Battery Connection Wires to avoid pinching them with the Battery Pack Retaining Brackets during reassembly To Replace the Batteries 1 Open the instrument referring to sub section 4 1 1 2 Remove the Lifting Support referring to sub section 4 1 2 3 Open the Transducer End from th...

Page 61: ...is as shown in FIGURE 5 11 There are two screws on each Battery pack retaining bracket NOTE Before removing the Retainer Brackets and Screws be sure to note the orientation of the wires The wires MUST be inserted the same way to avoid being pinched or damaged by the retainer brackets which may result in Unit failure Battery Cable Transducer Cable Battery Pack Retainer Brackets Screws 4 Battery Pac...

Page 62: ...ent refer to sub section 4 1 5 Battery Replacement Considerations Note It is critical that new batteries be installed with the utmost care failure to do so will result in instrument failure For Releases that use the replaceable alkaline or Lithium battery options the user should exercise care in selecting replacement batteries Check both the polarity and open circuit voltage of each cell EdgeTech ...

Page 63: ...opropyl alcohol and then Lithium Based Mechanical Electrical Grease L260np high drip point PN 0012744 should be applied to battery contact surfaces NOTE After cleaning and applying the grease do not touch the contact area or allow it to come in contact with anything 5 Carefully insert the new cleaned batteries into the holders Each battery holder has a label indicating battery orientation Ensure t...

Page 64: ...e insertion of the end cap Make sure the lubricant is compatible with Nitrile rubber Inspect the O ring for damage such as tears dimples or other defects in the rubber Replace any O ring that is questionable or old Lightly coat the O ring with lubricant Protect O Rings when stretching them over large diameters CAUTION Applying too much lubricant to the O ring can compromise the seal CAUTION The en...

Page 65: ...5 Figure 5 13 The Transducer End O Rings Figure 5 14 The Release End O Rings Figure 5 15 The Purge Port Plug O Rings Face Seal O Ring Face Seal O Ring Gland O Ring Backup O Ring Gland O Ring Backup O Ring ...

Page 66: ...replace if needed all O rings o Each End Cap has three O rings a Gland O ring a flat back up O ring and a face seal O ring The inner O ring is the flat backup O ring the curved surface should be facing the outer gland O ring and toward the endcap The Face Seal O Ring is independent and always by itself Both O rings need to be in the correct position and properly lubricated to ensure water tight in...

Page 67: ...E SCREW STD PAN HD PHILLIPS 8 32 0 3125 INCH NYLON MTL 14 6 BUSHING INSULATOR 8242 XS 0 07 THICK DELRIN MTL 15 2 SPACER 8242 LIFTING SUPPORT G 10 FIBERGLASS MTL 16 1 PLUG PURGE 8242 NAB 6000M MTL 17 Table 5 2 Field Kit 0003102 Callout Assembly Drawings Callout Assembly Drawings for the 8242XS are shown below PART SERVICE INSPECTION REPLACEMENT NOTES O ring Before and After Each Deployment As neede...

Page 68: ...SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 18 Figure 5 17 8242XS MART Main Sub Assembly 0002737 ...

Page 69: ...ART MAIN SUB ASSEMBLY 0002737 QTY DESCRIPTION EDGETECH MTL NUMBER 1 ASSY TOP DUCER 8242 XS ACOUSTIC RELEASE ASM 1 1 ASSY SUB ELECTRONICS 8242 XS RELEASE ASM 2 1 PCB ASSY TOP MAIN BOARD ANALOG F3 HIGH BAND BART ASM 3 1 ASSY SUB RELEASE MECHANISM 8242 XS ASM 4 Table 5 3 0000002737 BOM ...

Page 70: ...SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 20 Figure 5 18 8242XS Release Sub Electronics Release Assembly 0002650 ...

Page 71: ... 16 18 TI MTL 12 2 BUSHING INSULATOR 8242 XS 0 07 THICK DELRIN MTL 13 1 BRACKET TOP 8242 SUPPORT PVC MTL 14 2 BRACKET CART BATTERY HOLD DOWN AL MTL 15 1 BRACKET 8242 PCB BATTERY AL MTL 16 1 BATTERY PACK 8242 XS ALKALINE MTL 17 4 HARDWARE SCREW STD MACHINE PAN HD PHILLIPS 6 32 0 3125 INCH 18 8 SS MTL 18 8 HARDWARE WASHER STD FLAT 06 LP 18 8 SS MTL 19 8 HARDWARE WASHER STD SPLIT LOCK 06 18 8 SS MTL ...

Page 72: ...SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 22 Figure 5 19 8242XS Acoustic Release Transducer Assembly 0003226 ...

Page 73: ...5 23 Figure 5 20 8242XS Release Mechanism Sub Assembly Page 1 of 2 002780 ...

Page 74: ...SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 24 Figure 5 21 8242XS Release Mechanism Sub Assembly Page 2 of 2 002780 ...

Page 75: ... SCREW STD PAN HD PHILLIPS 8 32 0 3125 INCH NYLON MTL 19 1 PLUG PURGE 8242 NAB 6000M MTL 20 1 PLUG RETAINER 8242 G10 FIBERGLASS MTL 21 1 NUT 8242 CLEVIS HOOK PIN HEX 5 8 11 NAB MTL 22 1 NUT 8242 RELEASE LATCH PIN HEX 3 8 16 NAB MTL 23 2 O RING BUNA N 70 2 008 STANDARD ROUND BLACK MTL 24 01OZ LUBRICANT AQUA SHIELD MTL 25 1 SPRING MAIN RELEASE MECHANISM ASM 26 2 SWITCH SNAP ACTION SPDT 05 AMP 250 VA...

Page 76: ...RDWARE WASHER STD THRUST 0 5 INCH ID 0 03 INCH THICK STEEL MTL 47 1 HARDWARE NUT STD HEX NYLOCK 5 16 24 316 SS MTL 48 1 BUSHING LOWER THRUST BEARING MTL 49 01 SEALANT LOCTITE 222 ACRYLIC PURPLE MTL 51 2 HARDWARE WASHER STD FLAT 0 375 INCH NYLON MTL 52 10OZ ADHESIVE THREAD LOCKING LOCTITE 242 MTL 53 2 HARDWARE SCREW STD SET SOCKET HD HEX 10 32 0 1875 INCH 18 8 SS CUP POINT MTL 54 1 PIN 8242 RETAINE...

Page 77: ...EASE The Remote Release is a means of physically separating the Release and Transceiver ends of the 8242XS for use in certain operations A 1 Mechanical Drawings A Mechanical Drawings of the Remote Release is shown below ...

Page 78: ...APPENDIX A REMOTE RELEASE A 2 Figure A 1 8242XS Remote Release 0018268 ...

Page 79: ...TL 1 4 PIN 8242 RETAINER HOOK 0 1875 INCH NYLON ASM 2 2 WASHER 8242 TANDEM 0 625 INCH ID 1 50 INCH OD G10 FIBERGLASS MTL 3 4 NUT 8242 CLEVIS HOOK PIN HEX 5 8 11 NAB MTL 4 1 BOTTOM SPREADER TANDEM MTL 5 4 HARDWARE SCREW STD HEX HD 5 16 18 2 50 INCH TI MTL 6 8 HARDWARE WASHER STD FLAT 0 3125 ID 0 75 OD 5 64 THICK TI MTL 7 8 HARDWARE WASHER STD SHOULDER 0 3125 INCH 0 75 INCH BARREL NYLON MTL 8 4 TUBE...

Page 80: ...B 2 Figure B 1 8242XS Tandem Kit Drawing 0006657 ...

Page 81: ...B 3 Figure B 2 8242XS Tandem Short 0017034 ...

Page 82: ...B 4 Figure B 3 8242XS Tandem Long 0018532 ...

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