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MSL 72.125 Jetsam/Classic KISS manual R.5

KISS REBREATHERS

CLASSIC KISS MANUAL

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Page 1: ...MSL 72 125 Jetsam Classic KISS manual R 5 KISS REBREATHERS CLASSIC KISS MANUAL...

Page 2: ...READ BOTH THE CLAS SIC AND EXPLORER MANUALS THIS SHOULD BE DONE PRIOR TO DIVING OR SERVICING THIS UNIT SPECIAL AT TENTION SHOULD BE PAID TO ALL NOTES OR WARNINGS THEY MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD FAIL...

Page 3: ...nd a proper mindset do not get in the water The diver YOU has the final responsibility for his or her own safety and actions while using this rebreather All components of the Classic KISS must be in g...

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Page 5: ...n Page 41 VR Triple Pendent Display Info Calibration Page 42 Single Fischer Dual Fischer Plate Information Page 44 Care for Fischer Connectors Cables Page 45 VRx Programming Calibration Page 46 VR3 Pr...

Page 6: ...y listen to your com ments and concerns Will they answer your questions honestly and will they be straight forward The KISS rebreathers have been selling since 1998 with the first units designed in 19...

Page 7: ...cess and can you choose where to run the hoses and valve so that it suits you The gas addition valves on the KISS rebreathers are designed so that they sit over your shoulder The valve can be ac cesse...

Page 8: ...ice Do you need to carry a charger The only batteries in the KISS rebreathers are in the displays The Jetsam triple wrist display uses 3 photography batter ies They should be readily available worldwi...

Page 9: ...ible and will it meet all your diving needs The Classic KISS is an exceptional unit for explorers of all kinds as it is extremely reliable and flexible Cave wreck and deep divers choose it as it is ea...

Page 10: ...s 5 7 lb 2 7 g of absorbent The Classic KISS is a closed circuit rebreather designed for recreational and technical sport diving to the depth of 250 feet 75 meters Proper training outside the basic KI...

Page 11: ...ired 1 counterlung ring spare 8 SS ballast rings 1 bailout mouthpiece with LP hose 2 loop hoses 22 included unless otherwise specified no charge to replace with 17 hoses 4 quick connect hose stubs for...

Page 12: ...12 MSL 72 125 Jetsam Classic KISS manual R 5 Illustration By Curt Bowen Advanced Diver Magazine www advanceddivermagazine com Schematic...

Page 13: ...r or VR technologies triple pendent I Bail out Second Stage The bail out second stage is incorporated into the DSV To switch from closed circuit to open circuit bail out simply close the breathing loo...

Page 14: ...e scrubber head There is a special tool for this job but as it has been packed inside the scrubber canister you will need to find a substitute After removing your new Classic KISS from the crate ensur...

Page 15: ...ditional back plate bolts large hose clamps small lined clamps ballast spare counterlung ring and the special KISS tool Set aside all the parts from the inside of the canister except for 1 bag of O Ri...

Page 16: ...er side of the counterlung attachment a 224 O ring should be installed This has a larger groove than the 028 This O ring will need to be snapped into the groove Once the O rings are installed insert t...

Page 17: ...48 and a 250 on the bottom of the scrubber canister The 248 goes in the radial grove and the 250 in the axial groove WARNING IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL O RINGS ARE IN GOOD CONDITION THAT THE COMPONENTS...

Page 18: ...uctor will demon strate neutral mouthpiece buoyancy Ideally the mouth piece will float neutrally in front of the divers face if the rings are placed properly and the loop hoses are not twisted If when...

Page 19: ...ry or death Once you have reattached the scrubber canister and scrubber head to the counterlung case you are ready to at tach the counterlungs NOTE FOR EASE OF ATTACHMENT A VERY SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRIC...

Page 20: ...ING THE CORRECT COUNTERLUNG SIZE To determine if the counterlungs are a suitable size first put the mouthpiece into your mouth open the loop and inhale the gas into your lungs and then out of your nos...

Page 21: ...he ADV attachment AUTOMATIC DILUENT VALVE ADV The ADV will add diluent gas to your breathing loop after the loop volume has been reduced by either descending or breathing down the volume of oxygen The...

Page 22: ...ystem uses lined hose clamps which have been designed to protect soft hoses As they are lined we will no longer be shipping new units with the black plastic rings If for any reason the clamps are remo...

Page 23: ...d to attach the breathing hose to the QR hose attachment towers Note that the attachment method is similar to opening and closing a child proof medicine bottle SERVICE THE O RINGS ON THE HOSE STUBS AN...

Page 24: ...rness and wing Any buoyancy compensating system can be used as long as it has bolt holes with 11 inch centres The Classic KISS should be positioned so that it sits as high as possible on the divers ba...

Page 25: ...uration page at the back of the manual for more details The KISS units were tested using Sofno lime 797 grade this is the brand we recommend Changing the scrubber on the Classic KISS is an easy proces...

Page 26: ...pressing down on the top screen tap the outside of the canister with the handle of a screwdriver or similar tool This will compress the absorbent When installed properly the top of the screen will be...

Page 27: ...PROPERLY ANY LEAKS THAT ARE PRESENT ARE MOST LIKELY TO BE CAUGHT WHILE DOING THESE TESTS WHEN DOING YOUR TESTS YOU SHOULD BE VERY CERTAIN THAT THEY PASS IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT AND ARE UNSURE THAT THE T...

Page 28: ...alves and diaphragms Suck just until you feel that pressure then close the valve Our new BOV has a larger bore and much better work of breathing then the older DSV In order to get that good work of br...

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Page 30: ...the sensors if they are reading within a 1 2 percent These sensors should last for at least 1 to 1 1 2 years if they are not dam aged or abused Oxygen sensors work on the same basis as a battery The...

Page 31: ...e head the response times may be delayed Once the sensors are in place install the 026 O rings around the boses on the kidney plate Then secure the Mo lex connectors to the top of the sensors NOTE Ens...

Page 32: ...display prior to opening the port as well A single drop of sea water on to the board will damage it Do not use compressed air Those who are mechanically inclined will find that they are able to servic...

Page 33: ...y gas back into the loop while doing this 3 With the loop closed open the oxygen tank and press the manual add valve button adding oxygen into the loop until the exhaust valve burps the exhaust valve...

Page 34: ...EPLACED Make a note of the installation date of the batteries Also note the number of hours each battery is used Your life depends on the accuracy of the sensors batteries and displays With the backli...

Page 35: ...se is opened or when the calibration port is opened Do not use compressed air Place the display port side up on the table and remove the 4 outer screws on the display that you wish to service You will...

Page 36: ...ssist in positioning the display back properly Lubricant should also be applied to the raised edge on the inside of the display back This will ensure that the raised plastic slides past the O ring wit...

Page 37: ...s done by loosening the hex nut on the strain relief which is closest to the case Once it is loose the wire strain relief assembly can be removed NOTE Do not touch the other nut on the strain relief T...

Page 38: ...o the puzzle pieces which join the displays together and then push the pieces together by hand ensure that you have them oriented the cor rect way You should be able to push them about 1 8 to 1 4 inch...

Page 39: ...ead out Now you are ready to remove the wire from the Classic KISS sensor block Remove the strain relief on the wire which you wish to change Your new wire will already have the strain relief attached...

Page 40: ...l turn maybe two in the opposite direction and then try and calibrate again The sensor or battery may be old PPO2 READ OUT IS ZERO OR 1 If the read out is 1 then sea water has come in contact with the...

Page 41: ...overnight to allow air to cir culate through the scrubber head Leaving the unit sealed up will not allow the condensation to evaporate If the Classic KISS has moisture in the head from diving or from...

Page 42: ...of bungee When you want to look at the display simply grasp it with your hand and while pull ing it away from your body push the button down to turn it on It s very simple to use BATTERY There is a r...

Page 43: ...es are closed 2 Draw all of the gas out of the loop Do this by putting the DSV into your mouth open the loop inhale the gas into your lungs and then exhale it out of your nose Note it is important tha...

Page 44: ...to be reattached there is plenty of wire available WARNING The Dual Fischer Plate has been tested with the VRx computer C57B cable and VR Pendent If you use the Jetsam Dual Fischer for another brand o...

Page 45: ...iefly with white vinegar and use a fine toothbrush to remove the build up Rinse well and let dry completely before refitting the protective caps 3 Keep the inner O ring lubricated by either applying a...

Page 46: ...is is what you want 12 Now the top row of the Dive Options screen should read PO2 under GMODE 3xPPO2 under XFUNC and YYY under XDEC This is what is required in order for the VRx to read 3 sensors and...

Page 47: ...will look after you CALIBRATION VRx 1 While on the home screen do a long push on the left button This will take you to the CLOSED CCT screen 2 Do a quick push of both buttons This will take you to th...

Page 48: ...e O2 sensor screen Here you can confirm the sensor and millivolt read outs 13 Verify the readings in air WHEN A SENSOR READING IS ZERO The information below is what you will see and you can verify if...

Page 49: ...rough the various screens is quick and simple THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR THE VR3 COMPUTER PROGRAM VARIOUS DILUENT GAS AIR NITROX or TRIMIX 1 Push either button to turn the computer on 2 Push the left...

Page 50: ...ter is in CLOSED CCT mode 6 Short pushes on the left button will change the PPO2 in 0 05 increments 7 When the computer is set at the required PPO2 do a quick push on the right button to save This wil...

Page 51: ...ELECTED GAS AND INTERNAL SETPOINT INDEPENDENT MODE CLOSED CIRCUIT REBREATHER LINK CALIBRATION VR3 Assemble your Classic KISS rebreather and attach your VR3 to your VR cable 1 Push either button to tur...

Page 52: ...usually takes 3 to 4 flushes Once the loop has been completely flushed close the oxygen cylinder and open and close the DSV quickly to bring the gas in the loop to ambient pressure 15 One quick push...

Page 53: ...mputer or HUD to a Classic KISS a dual fischer sensor plate must be used These systems attach to the KISS rebreathers via the KISS dual fischer plate There are two cable options with the computers 1 T...

Page 54: ...quickly A typical 1 3 takes about 2 seconds to read After a few dives many divers have said that they do not need to consciously read the displays they look at the display and their brain recognizes...

Page 55: ...ox with the processor To change the battery you will need to remove the top cover Replace the battery with a 3 6 volt Lithium Saft 14500 Ensure when replacing the cover that the O rings are properly s...

Page 56: ...ring pliers into the snap ring on the button end of the valve and remove Remove the nut with either the wrench or alan key depending on which nut you have pull out the spring The spool and orifice are...

Page 57: ...her please be certain that you un derstand what fittings are required NOTE The Miflex hoses are tested and rated for oxygen use As they have standard regulator hose fittings they can be replaced with...

Page 58: ...s at least 800 psi remaining Slowly oxygen remember open the oxy gen valve Note the gauge pressure and flow meter reading The relationship between the pressure setting and the O2 flow rate should matc...

Page 59: ...ill hit the diaphragm and cause the pressure to surge So where should the flow rate be set 0 75 LPM is a good starting point If you find you have to constantly add oxygen try increasing the setting by...

Page 60: ...of the following things has happened The filter has become clogged and should be replaced The orifice has become partially plugged and must be replaced DO NOT TRY TO CORRECT A LOW FLOW RATE BY INCREAS...

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Page 63: ...he correct size The counterlung volume should be as close to your own lung volume as possible but never any smaller Ensure that you have the correct lung size It should be noted that if the lungs on t...

Page 64: ...alve stem where the O ring has come loose a newer ADV valve stem which is damaged and also if the seating area of the ADV valve stem has debris in it Inspect the diaphragm and valve stem for damage or...

Page 65: ...then push the diaphragm through the screws Carefully place the assembly against the scrubber head and hold it firmly in place with one hand while turning the screws with the other If while placing th...

Page 66: ...the loop has gas in it the mouthpiece is closed and then the diver puts the mouthpiece in his mouth and blows more gas into the loop The exhaust valve will probably not release any gas if the diver i...

Page 67: ...s an easy way to purge the rebreather for verifying the sensor readings If the need for a sanity breath or emergency bailout arises this mouthpiece will provide the diver with a fast simple way of get...

Page 68: ...of the ex haust port to the second stage body Use a dental pick to push it out After the pin has been removed place your thumbs on either side of the concave plastic plate and push It will pop out On...

Page 69: ...ved turn the selector knob slightly counter clockwise This will cause the spool guide to pop out of position and protrude from the front of the body Pull the knob out of the body Once the knob has bee...

Page 70: ...List Older Mouthpiece A Monofilament B Body C Exhaust Valve Plate D Inlet Valve Plate E Hose Sleeve Quick disconnect mouthpiece adapters F Regulator Attachment Plate G Regulator H Spool I Spool Guide...

Page 71: ...e exhaust valve plate in the body Remember that the flow of the gas is from left to right The inlet goes on the left and the exhaust on the right Visualize the gas passing through the valve plates thr...

Page 72: ...o purge the rebreather for verifying the sensor readings If the need for a sanity breath or emergency bail out arises this mouthpiece will provide the diver with a fast simple way of getting a breath...

Page 73: ...a blunt instrument or your finger carefully push on the EDGE of the valve carrier DO NOT PUSH ON THE CENTER AS IT WILL DAMAGE THE CARRIER IF THE MUSHROOM VALVES ARE DISTORTED OR DAMAGED THEY MUST BE...

Page 74: ...m Inner barrel end 2 per barrel 46 x 2 5 mm Hose end 2 per side 45 x 3 mm 2nd stage adapter 1 per adapter 28 x 2 5 mm UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED O RINGS SHOULD ONLY BE LIGHTLY GREASED INSPECT ALL O RI...

Page 75: ...nner barrel will make it difficult to turn the switch To make the inner barrel easier to insert the switch can be pushed onto the barrel stub Insert the barrel twisting it slightly to ensure the port...

Page 76: ...et and suck gently into the mouthpiece Problems Mushroom valve on the right could leak Remove the carrier and inspect it again 2nd stage port leak Remove the inner barrel and inspect replace the 2 sid...

Page 77: ...it is you will probably have to replace the HP seat in the first stage Once you know that your first stage is in good working order check to see where the IP is set Ideally it should be around 8 to 1...

Page 78: ...damage and for a proper fit onto the mouthpiece They generally come in a vari ety of attachment sizes Ensure that the one you choose fits properly There are some specialized rubber mouth bits which w...

Page 79: ...irmed prior to getting into the water Using this check list will only add a few seconds more time to your preparation but could make all the difference in having a pleasurable time in the underwater e...

Page 80: ...med what percentage of O2 Helium Nitrogen it contains ____ I am diving with _______________ mix in my first off board cylinder I have analyzed it and have confirmed what percentage of O2 Helium Nitrog...

Page 81: ...uge for any sign of leakage of diluent in the system I ve ensured that the ADV and the bailout regulator are working correctly The diluent gas I am using is appropriate for the dive that I am planning...

Page 82: ...rticular rebreather that you are diving Therefore even if a diver has already trained on a closed circuit rebreather the diver will still need to learn KISS specific skills It is very important that d...

Page 83: ...rate of 1 6 litres of CO2 per minute don t dive in 4 C 39 2 F water and or deep dive these tests are still good indicators of scrubber duration They show that scrubber duration should not be rated as...

Page 84: ...shipment You will need to print out the warranty service form fill it in and ship it with your item This form can be obtained from the Jet sam website at www kissrebreathers com Your product should be...

Page 85: ...213 OXYGEN REGULATOR PLUG X1 5 16 1 3 16 1 8 V75 008 02 ADD VALVE X2 3 16 5 16 1 16 N70 028 TOWERS X 2 1 3 8 1 1 2 1 16 MOUTHPIECE O RINGS older Number Where used quantity ID OD CS N70 016 SPOOL X1 5...

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