FiNAL ASSemBLy AND teStiNg
WArNiNg: protective eyewear must be worn at all
times during testing.
1. While holding the dual valve assembly secure, firmly grasp the
inflator assembly and pull it in a straight line directly away from the
dual valve assembly. Check the attachment points of the spiral hose
at both the dual valve assembly and the inflator assembly. If any
signs of damage or decay can be detected to the spiral hose, it is
important to replace the spiral hose before proceeding any further.
note: ensure that cylinder connectors, caps and airway
are secured to the BC prior to submerging. Failure to do
so will cause water to enter the bladder.
3. Finally, bend the spiral hose at a right angle. If the spiral hose
shows any sign of separating from the inflator assembly it is important
to replace the clamps.
2. Immerse the inflator and surrounding area of the spiral hose in fresh
water to wet the lower portion of the airway assembly. Grasp the spiral
hose approximately six inches above the inflator assembly and pull the
spiral hose in a straight line away from the inflator with moderate force
while holding the inflator secure. Check to ensure that no separation
occurs at the attachment point and the spiral hose remains seated flush
against the base of the inflator housing.
4. Manually inflate the BC until it is taut and fully inflated. Press the
deflation button and then pull down on the oral inflator to ensure a
rapid and unobstructed exhaust using both methods of deflation. Fully
inflate the BC once again and listen closely for any signs of leakage.
Push to Deflate
NOTE: If leakage is not immediately detected, allow the BC
to stand for at least
one hour to ensure that none exists.
this Concludes the testing procedures For
the Airway
5. Connect one full cylinder to the cylinder valve connector. Turn the
cylinder valve clockwise to the on position and inflate the bladder until
the over pressure relief valve (OPRV) releases the excess air from
the bladder. Turn off cylinder and remove the cylinder from the BC.
Check caps, airway and cylinder valve connectors for any signs of
leakage. If no leakage is detected, let bladder stand inflated for
one
hour
. Check the firmness of the bladder after
one hour
has passed.
Ensure the bladder has remained firm and no air loss has occurred. If
the bladder has lost air, recheck all connections, inflate BC, submerge
and check for leaks. If a continuous leak is detected, the component
must be disassembled and examined for damage or contamination of
the seals and seating surfaces.
pull hose down
pull Down on
Oral Inflator To
Deflate
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