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CAUTION:
inflator function test, doing so will cause damage to the bladder. For
this reason, the vest comes equipped with an over pressure valve (OPV),
however the vest must be donned for the OPV to activate.
7. Briefly press the inflator button to
make sure airflow is unobstructed and
stops completely when the button is
released (Fig. 25). During inflation,
listen closely for any signs of air
leakage. Close the handwheel and
depressurize the system. Disconnect
the inflator hose from the QD fitting.
8. Remove the EBIS from the vest and pull the mouthpiece cover off the second
stage. Open the handwheel and immerse the EBIS in water to check for any
signs of leakage coming from the first or second stages. If any leakage is found,
do not attempt to use the EBIS until it has received a thorough visual inspection
and functional test by a factory trained service technician. Upon completion of
immersion test, remove the EBIS from water.
9. Briefly depress the purge button to ensure that sufficient airflow is provided to
clear the second stage of water. Immediately after releasing the purge button, listen
closely to ensure that the second stage does not continue to allow any airflow.
10. Close the handwheel and depressurize the system, refill the cylinder to its
maximum capacity as marked. Reconnect the inflator hose to the QD fitting
and place the EBIS into the vest pocket. Reinstall the second stage into the
mouthpiece cover when finished.
Provided that these Pre-Issue Inspection requirements have all been met,
the EBIS is now ready for use.
DO NOT completely inflate the bladder when performing an
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Inflator Button
Figure 25