Doc. 12-4091 - r01 (9/12/12)
PG-48
SERVICE
GUIDE
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2002 DESIGN
(
2012)
9. Turning counterclockwise, unscrew the
CAP (18)
from the
OUTER SCRUBBER BASKET (15)
(Fig. 9)
.
NOTE: If absorbent is caked on the threads of the
CAP (18) and OUTER SCRUBBER BASKET (15),
100% white vinegar may be used to clean. Then
rinse the part with fresh water to remove the vinegar.
10. Remove the
LOWER FOAM PAD (20)
, and inspect
it for deterioration. Discard if Found.
11. Turning counterclockwise, remove the
INNER
BAS-
KET (16)
(Fig. 10)
.
12. Remove and inspect the
BASKET INNER O-RING
(17)
for wear and deterioration. Discard if found.
NOTE: If absorbent is caked on the threads of the
INNER BASKET (16) and SCRUBBER BASKET (15),
100% white vinegar may be used to clean. Then
rinse the part with fresh water to remove the vinegar.
CAUTION: Never use a screwdriver to clean the
caked absorbent from the SCRUBBER BASKET
(15) threads. Doing so may lead to damage of the
mesh if the screwdriver slips.
13. Remove the
UPPER FOAM PAD (19)
, and inspect it
for deterioration. Discard if Found.
14. Inspect the
OUTER
SCRUBBER BASKET (15)
and
INNER BASKET (16)
mesh for tears. Then inspect the
O-ring sealing surface for scratches. Discard if found.
DO NOT
attempt to repair.
WARNING: Never attempt to repair or dive a modi-
fied/repaired SCRUBBER BASKET ASSEMBLY (15,
16, 18). Doing so could lead to injury or death. Any
material or repair failure would cause catastrophic
CO
2
bypass. As well, any adhesive or patch may
reduce gas flow decreasing the ability of the scrub-
ber to function safely - leading to an unsafe work of
breathing and/or reduction of ability to absorb CO
2
.
15. Inspect all parts and sealing surfaces for damage.
Repair/replace as necessary
(Fig. 11)
.
16. Clean all parts.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
