introduction
This manual provides factory prescribed procedures
for the correct service and repair of the Aqua Lung
product described in this manual. It is not intended
to be used as an instructional manual for untrained
personnel. The procedures outlined within this
manual are to be performed only by personnel who
have received Factory Authorized training through
an Aqua Lung Service & Repair Seminar. If you do
not completely understand all of the procedures
outlined in this manual, contact Aqua Lung to speak
directly with a Technical Advisor before proceeding
any further.
It is recommended that the Atlantis should be rinsed
in fresh water after use and it should be stripped
down and serviced annually.
However, if at all unsure about the correct function-
ing of the Atlantis, then it must be officially inspected
immediately.
An Official Inspection consists of:
1. Testing instructions see
Pre-Dive Inspection
.
2. Orally inflate the Atlantis. Check that the over
pressure relief valve (OPRV)/rapid exhaust valve
(REV) are operating correctly, tightened down
properly and no leaks are detected.
3. A visual inspection of the Atlantis checking that there
is no excess wear to the hook/loop material, stitching
points are not excessively coming undone and quick
release buckles are in good working order.
4. Auxiliary air cylinders are full and no leaks are
detected. If the Atlantis fails any of the 4 steps it
should be serviced by an Aqua Lung trained service
technician.
general guidelines
1. In order to correctly perform the procedures
outlined in this manual, it is important to follow
each step exactly in the order given. Read over
the entire manual to become familiar with all
procedures before attempting to disassemble
the product in this manual and to learn which
specialty tools and replacement parts will be
required. Keep the manual open beside you for
reference while performing each procedure. Do
not rely on memory.
2. All service and repair should be carried out in a
work area specifically set up and equipped for the
task. Adequate lighting, cleanliness and easy access
to all required tools are essential for an efficient repair
facility.
3. As the valve/inflator is disassembled, reusable
components should be segregated and not allowed
to intermix with nonreusable parts or parts from
other units. Delicate parts, including inlet fittings
and crowns which contain critical sealing surfaces,
must be protected and isolated from other parts to
prevent damage during the cleaning procedure.
4. Use only genuine Aqua Lung® parts provided
in the overhaul parts kit for this product. DO
NOT attempt to substitute an Aqua Lung® part
with another manufacturer’s, regardless of any
similarity in shape or size.
5. Do not attempt to reuse mandatory replacement
parts under any circumstances, regardless of the
amount of use the product has received since it was
manufactured or last serviced.
6. When reassembling, it is important to follow
every torque specification prescribed in this
manual, using a calibrated torque wrench. Most
parts are made of either marine brass or plastic
and can be permanently damaged by excessive
stress.
general Conventions
Unless otherwise instructed, the following terminology
and techniques are assumed:
1. When instructed to
remove
,
unscrew
or
loosen
a threaded part, turn the part counter-clockwise.
2. When instructed to
install
,
screw in o
r
tighten
a threaded part, turn the part clockwise.
3. When instructed to
remove
an o-ring, use the
pinch method (see illustration below) if possible
or use brass or plastic o-ring removal tool. Avoid
using hardened steel picks, as they may damage
the o-ring sealing surface. All o-rings that are
removed are discarded and replaced with brand
new o-rings.
Pinch Method
Press upwards on sides of o-ring to
create a protrusion. Grab o-ring or
insert o-ring tool at protrusion.
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