KiSS ORCA SPIRIT, Manual

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15 MSL 72.161 Jetsam/Orca Spirit manual R.5
Cylinder:
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This step outlines how to secure the oxygen cylinder to the unit. Prior to this the diver should ensure that the cyl‐
inder has been filled, and that the gas has been analyzed and confirmed to be oxygen. Diver’s should always ana‐
lyze their own gas so they are certain they know what they are diving.
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The cylinder placement area is at the bo om of the stainless steel stand. It is designed to work with
a SS Fastex clamp. The Fastex clamp is similar to a hose clamp but is much easier to use. The size of
the clamp is pre‐set at the warehouse. To open and close the clamp, simply use the lever. If for any
reason you need to adjust the size of the clamp, use either a nut driver or screw driver to make the
adjustment; see photo.
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Slide the filled cylinder into the Fastex clamp at the bo om of the unit, with the cylinder valve facing the
right.
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Turn the cylinder so that the valve opening is facing the divers back . This ensures that the first stage will
sit properly and the hoses are correctly aligned.
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Secure the first stage to the cylinder.
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Open cylinder and double check the pressure on the pressure gauge. Close cylinder.
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Double check that the scrubber canister’s and cross bar are properly posi oned, and ad‐
just as necessary. Also double check that the counterlung’s are s ll properly situated
and not bunched up or twisted in anyway. Double check that the ADV LP hose has been
secured to the gas addi on head.
Wing & Harness:
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The final step is to secure the wing & harness system. Due to the design of the KISS OS Rib Wrap
counterlung's, we highly recommend the use of the KISS OS wing & harness system. It is im‐
portant that the wrapped counterlung's are correctly posi oned and not constricted in any way.
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First note where the 2 threaded rods are located on the front of the stand. You will see
that there are several holes in which the rod may be secured. If this is the first me you
are diving the KISS OS you may need to secure the wing & harness and then try the rig on
to determine if the unit needs to be moved up or down. Ideally the top of the unit
should be just at or above your shoulders.
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If you need to move the threaded rod, this must be done prior to assembling the unit as both the canisters
and cylinder must be removed to do this. You loosen the rod by using an Allen key, accessed on the scrub‐
ber side of the unit. Place the rod’s where you wish them to be and then ghten securely.
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Slide the wing & harness over the threaded rod, pulling the counterlung’s and the off board gas accessory
whip through the slots and ensuring they are properly situated. You will see that the wing can be slid up or
down; place it where it suits you and then place a fender washer over the rod and finally secure with the
nut. Tighten securely. Note those that are using a so back plate will need to secure the stabilizing plate
on top of the harness. It is required to make the harness fit firmly to the rebreather.
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Once the wing & harness have been a ached, ensure that the lungs are flat and smooth, where they slide
through the slot. Also ensure that they are not tangled in the harness. See photo.
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Ensure that the threaded rod is not damaged in anyway. If it is, the wing and harness may not be secure,
causing a failure. Be certain to inspect these parts prior to diving, and replace as required.
*WARNING: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL KISS OS O‐RINGS ARE IN GOOD CONDITION, THAT
THE COMPONENTS DISCUSSED PRIOR AND AFTER THIS WARNING, ARE NOT DAMAGED AND
THAT THE SEALING AREAS ARE CLEAN. IF THEY AREN’T, THE O‐RINGS MAY LEAK CAUSING
THE REBREATHER TO FLOOD. THIS MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!!!