Second Stage Reassembly Procedures - Aqua Lung APEKS TX 50 Technical Manual

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Inspect the exhaust
valve (11) for damage.
NOTE: Exhaust valve does not need to be removed during ser-
vice unless it is going to be replaced.
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Carefully cut the mouthpiece clamp (13) with side cutters
and pull the mouthpiece (14) off the case (10). Inspect the
mouthpiece for cuts, holes or other damage, replace if necessary.
This Concludes the Disassembly of the
TX 50 Second Stage.
Before starting reassembly, perform parts
cleaning and lubrication in accordance with
Procedure A: Cleaning and Lubricating on
page (27).
NOTE: The Counter Balance Chamber comes in two versions,
the light grey version is to be used in the US Military & Profes-
sional Models. This provides good extreme cold water protec-
tion and a lower breathing resistance.
AP2038
AP2038SQ
REASSEMBLY
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If the exhaust valve (11) was removed, replace by pushing
the tail through the retaining hole on the outside of the case
(10) until the barb engages on the inside. Align the rib so it is
horizontal. If the valve is new, cut off the excess stem with side
cutters leaving approximately ⅛ inch of the tail behind.
WARNING: Flooding may occur if the tail of the valve is not
fully pulled through. Check that barb has engaged on inside
of case.
WARNING: Flooding may occur if the rib of the valve is
not positioned horizontally in the case. Confirm the rib is
positioned horizontally.
2
Position the exhaust tee (15) with the case (10). Clip one
corner of the tee onto the case. Stretch the other corner over
the case and then stretch the bottom of the tee onto the case.
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