Preparation And Setup; General Filling Procedures - Aqua Lung EBIS-3000 User Manual

PREPARATION AND SETUP

The purpose of this manual is to familiarize personnel with the correct setup,
filling, inspection and maintenance of the EBIS.
The EBIS is packaged fully assembled, ready to use after it has been filled with
air and configured to a vest. Before using, it is very important to carefully read
and understand the procedures outlined in this manual.

General Filling Procedures

NOTE: The average duration of air supply listed in the Technical Specifications
section of this manual is based upon the maximum fill pressure as marked
on the cylinder. It is strongly recommended that the cylinder be filled to its
maximum fill pressure (cold fill), in order to provide maximum breathing volume.
1. Before attempting to fill the EBIS, ensure that the fill adapter and first stage
are completely dry – especially in the area surrounding the fill port.
2. The EBIS is configured with a 3000 PSI (207 BAR) aluminum cylinder or
4500 PSI (310 BAR) carbon fiber composite cylinder. Examine the cylinder
markings to determine the maximum fill pressure. Aluminum cylinders must
have a current visual inspection. Carbon fiber composite cylinders must have
a current visual inspection and hydrostatic test date (Fig. 2).
NOTE: Aluminum cylinders do not require hydrostatic re-testing. Carbon
fiber composite cylinders require hydrostatic re-testing every 5 years (Fig. 2).
Maximum Fill
Pressure
Month & Year of Manufacture (Hydro Date)
Month & Year
of Manufacture
(Hydro Date)
Figure 2
Maximum Fill Pressure
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