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C Y L I N D E R VA LV E C O N N E C T O R
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
NOTE: Before performing any disassembly, refer to the
exploded parts drawing which references all mandatory
replacement parts. These parts should be replaced with
new and must not be reused under any circumstances
regardless of the age of the product or how much use it
has received since it was last serviced.
CAUTION: Use only a plastic or brass o-ring removal
tool when removing o-rings to prevent damage to
the sealing surface. Even a small scratch across an
o-ring sealing surface could result in leakage. Once
an o-ring sealing surface has been damaged, the part
must be replaced with new. DO NOT use a dental pick
or any other steel instrument.
Cylinder Valve Connector Disassembly
CAUTION: Protective eyewear must be worn when
servicing the cylinder valve connector.
1. Unscrew the cylinder valve
connector (58) from the BC
manifold.
2. Remove the gasket (12) and closely inspect it for damage.
This component may be reused if no damage is found. Examine
the manifold for any damage. Clean any debris out of the manifold
with a clean cloth.
3. Locate the retaining ring (11) on the bottom side of the cylinder
valve connector (58). Using circlip pliers, remove the retaining ring
from the connector (6). Remove the connector assembly from the
swivel collar (10).
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4. Remove o-rings (1 & 7) from the valve reducing connector (2).
5. While holding the connector (6) with soft jaw pliers, use a 5mm
hex key adapter and 3/8" flex handle drive to remove the valve
reducing connector (2) from the connector (6). Remove knurled
nut (3) from connector.
NOTE: The cylinder valve connector is installed with Loctite
414 Superbonder adhesive, remove excess adhesive prior
to reassembly.
6. Using a flat blade screwdriver, hold the sealing pin (9) in place
and unscrew the locknut (4) with a 5mm nut driver. Remove the
spring (5) from the sealing pin (9).
CAUTION: These components are under spring tension,
use caution when removing.
7. Pull the sealing pin (9) out the bottom side of the connector (6).
Remove the o-ring (8) from the sealing pin,
Before starting assembly, perform parts cleaning
and lubricating in accordance with Procedure A:
Cleaning and Lubricating section of this manual.
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