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Aqua Lung SEA MK User Manual

Aqua Lung SEA MK User Manual

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SEA MK / LV2
(Survival Egress Air)
User's Manual
Rev. 6/17

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  • Page 1 SEA MK / LV2 (Survival Egress Air) User's Manual Rev. 6/17...
  • Page 2 Aqua Lung America, Inc. ©2017 Aqua Lung International SEA MK / LV2 User’s Manual PN 108349 You can contact a Technical Advisor via e-mail at: sreilly@aqualung.com grubin@aqualung.com jbutner@aqualung.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS General Precautions and Warnings ............4 Product Description ..................6 Preparation and Setup .................. 7 General Filling Procedures ..............7 Filling Methods ..................9 Filling with a SCUBA Fill Adapter ............9 Filling with a Compressor Adapter ............12 Filling with a HP Fill Adapter ..............

  • Page 4: General Precautions And Warnings

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING: The SEA is intended for use only as an emergency device to assist a crew member or passenger in making an emergency egress from a submerged aircraft. Due to its limited air volume, it is not intended for use while SCUBA diving or egressing from depths greater than 45 ft / 13.5 m.
  • Page 5 WARNING: DO NOT apply any type of petroleum-based lubricant, such as household oil or motor oil to any part of the SEA. The SEA does not require any lubrication under normal circumstances, except during service performed by a factory trained service technician. WARNING: It is important to ensure that the SEA is always pressurized whenever it is submerged in order to prevent the entrance of water into...

  • Page 6: Product Description

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Survival Egress Air (SEA) is specifically designed for use on a variety of aircrew vests and harnesses typically used in maritime environments. A light weight cylinder with integrated regulator provides a source of emergency breathing air to allow crew members or passengers to safely egress from a submerged aircraft.

  • Page 7: Preparation And Setup

    PREPARATION AND SETUP The purpose of this manual is to familiarize personnel with the correct setup, filling, inspection and maintenance of the SEA. The SEA is packaged fully assembled and ready to use after it has been filled with air. Before using, it is very important to carefully read and understand the procedures outlined in this manual.
  • Page 8 SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual WARNING: DO NOT attempt to fill the SEA if the cylinder markings indicate that it is assembled with a non standard cylinder rated for a different fill pressure. Doing so may result in rupture or explosion in the event of fire or overfilling.

  • Page 9: Filling Methods

    Filling Methods 1. Supply (SCUBA) cylinder with SCUBA fill adapter (PN 108325). 2. Compressor with compressor fill adapter (PN M100656). 3. Compressor with HP fill adapter (PN 102865). Filling with a SCUBA Fill Adapter NOTE: The SEA system does not include a SCUBA fill adapter. This adapter (PN 108325) may be purchased separately (Fig.
  • Page 10 SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual 1. Using a calibrated pressure gauge, check the supply cylinder to ensure that it contains 3000 PSI (207 BAR). It is very important to ensure that the SEA is filled to its total capacity but not overfilled.
  • Page 11 NOTE: The SEA will fill with the handwheel in the “OFF” position (red indicator ring visible). In this position the pressure gauge will not register pressure. This is not recommended. 8. While holding the first stage and "ON" fill adapter secure, slowly open the POSITION handwheel to pressurize the system (Fig.

  • Page 12: Filling With A Compressor Adapter

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual Filling with a Compressor Fill Adapter NOTE: The SEA system does not include a compressor fill adapter. This adapter (PN M100656) may be purchased separately (Fig. 9). O-Ring O-Ring Figure 9 CAUTION: Do not attempt to fill the SEA directly from a compressed air filling station unless you have received the necessary training and authorization to do so.
  • Page 13 1. Remove the protector cap from the threaded male fitting of the fill adapter. Inspect the fill adapter to ensure that the o-ring is present, not damaged and seated evenly at the base of the threads. Check the threads of the male fitting, making sure they are clean and not damaged.
  • Page 14 SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual NOTE: Always fill the cylinder as slowly as possible (do not exceed 300 PSI / 20.7 BAR per minute) by turning the handwheel of the supply valve slowly to control the rate of fill. Rapid filling will generate heat and will result in an incomplete fill after the cylinder cools.

  • Page 15: Filling With A Hp Fill Adapter

    Filling with a HP Fill Adapter NOTE: The SEA system does not include a HP fill adapter. This adapter (PN 102865) may be purchased separately (Fig. 12). O-Ring Figure 12 CAUTION: Do not attempt to fill the SEA directly from a compressed air filling station unless you have received the necessary training and authorization to do so.
  • Page 16 SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual 1. Remove the protector cap from the threaded male fitting on the fill adapter. Inspect the fill adapter to ensure that the o-ring is present, not damaged and seated evenly at the base of the threads. Check the threads of the male fitting, making sure they are clean and not damaged.

  • Page 17: Additional Filling Options

    NOTE: Always fill the cylinder as slowly as possible (do not exceed 300 PSI / 20.7 BAR per minute) by turning the handwheel of the supply valve slowly to control the rate of fill. Rapid filling will generate heat and will result in an incomplete fill after the cylinder cools.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Mouthpiece Position (Lv2)

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual Adjusting the Mouthpiece Position (LV2) The second stage incorporates a position keying feature that enables the user to adjust orientation of the second stage body in relation to the mouthpiece. This unique feature keeps the hose closer to the body and allows for more flexibility in various cylinder-mounting configurations.

  • Page 19: Changing The Mouthpiece

    Changing the Mouthpiece 1. Mount the SEA cylinder in user preferred position. 2. Remove the black clamp with side cutters and discard (Fig. 16). Figure 16 3. Rotate the mouthpiece to preferred position (Fig. 17). Figure 17 4. Install a new black clamp with the clamp tab positioned in-line with the center of the right bite-tab on the mouthpiece.

  • Page 20: Pre-Issue Inspection

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual PRE-ISSUE INSPECTION Before each use, the unit must be given a thorough visual inspection and functional test. NEVER use an SEA which shows signs of damage, leakage or substandard performance until it has received inspection and service from a factory trained service technician.
  • Page 21 CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to pressurize the SEA without first checking to ensure all components are securely fastened to the first and second stages. 5. Open the handwheel to pressurize the system. 6. Closely examine the pressure gauge as follows to ensure the cylinder is filled to its maximum capacity as marked: Dial Pressure Gauge - Ensure gauge reads “3000 PSI (207 BAR) ”...

  • Page 22: Pre-Flight Inspection

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual PRE-FLIGHT INSPECTION The Pre-Flight Inspection shall be performed on the SEA prior to each flight by the aircrew member to whom the unit is assigned. Pre-Flight Inspection procedures are as follows: WARNING: Strict compliance with Pre-Flight and Post-Flight Inspections shall be adhered to by all aircrew members utilizing the SEA.

  • Page 23: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE It is important to provide the proper preventative maintenance in order to ensure the best possible performance and reliability of the SEA. The following maintenance procedures should be performed routinely after each use of the equipment. 1. After each in-water use, the SEA must be cleaned, inspected and prepared for the next use or storage.
  • Page 24 For this reason, Aqua Lung recommends that the cylinder be completely emptied and the handwheel closed to prevent the entrance of moisture before storing the system for an indefinite period.

  • Page 25: Inspection And Service

    For detailed information on product warranties, please refer to the Terms and Conditions Section of the Aqua Lung Military and Professional Buyer’s Guide. The Buyer’s Guide can be viewed or downloaded from the Aqua Lung Military and Professional website at www.aqualung.com/militaryandprofessional...

  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    SEA MK / LV2 User's Manual TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1.5 ft³ (42.5 L) Expanded Volume 13 in³ Floodable Volume Cylinder Volume* 2.0 ft³ (56.6 L) Expanded Volume 17.8 in³ Floodable Volume 9.8 in (24.9 cm) for 1.5 ft³ Cylinder Cylinder Length with Regulator 10.0 in (26.7 cm) for 2.0 ft³...

  • Page 27: Sea Accessories

    SEA ACCESSORIES 957004 o-ring PN 108325 Scuba Fill Adapter 3000 PSI (207 BAR) 820312 o-ring PN 102865 HP Fill Adapter 4500 PSI (310 BAR) 820120 o-ring 957004 o-ring PN M100656 Compressor Fill Adapter 3000 PSI (207 BAR)
  • Page 28 SEA MK / LV2 (Survival Egress Air) User’s Manual 2340 Cousteau Court • Vista, CA 92081 Phone (760) 597-5000 • Fax (760) 597-4900 www.aqualung.com/militaryandprofessional ©2017 Aqua Lung International...

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