Aqua Lung Service & Repair Seminar. If you do not completely under- procedure. stand all of the procedures outlined in this manual, contact Aqua Lung to 4. Use only genuine Aqua Lung parts provided in the overhaul parts speak directly with a Technical Advisor before proceeding any further.
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 4. Remove the o-rings (7) from the connectors. 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 regulator or how much use it has received since it was last serviced.
Mistral Mouthpiece Technical Maintenance Manual REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 8. Using the seat extraction tool (pn 109437), remove the inhalation valve holder (8), taking care not to press on the valve. Extract the o-ring (7) . 1. To replace the valves (9), pass the tail through the hole in the valve holder (8) and pull gently on it until the shoulder passes through to the inside of the valve holder.
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5. Insert the o-rings (7) into the mouthpiece body (10) to the 10. Install the mouthpiece (14) using the mouthpiece clip (13). left of the decal. 6. Install the o-rings (7) to the two connectors (6). 11. Install the lip guard (12). 12.
Mistral Mouthpiece Technical Maintenance Manual TEST IN WATER 15. With the mouthpiece facing upwards, install the "M" clamping bands with the lugs also facing upwards. Check that all the MP and HP plugs are in place and that a correctly adjusted second stage is connected to the fi rst stage.
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Table 1: Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE TREATMENT 3. The connector or valve support o-rings (7) 1. Replace the o-rings are extruded, worn or damaged. 2. The mouthpiece body (10) is cracked. 2. Replace the mouthpiece body External Leak 3. The corrugated hoses (1) are worn or 3.
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Mistral Mouthpiece Technical Maintenance Manual Table 2: List of Tools and Service Kits PART # DESCRIPTION APPLICATION Seat Extraction Tool 109437 Valve support disassembly O-ring Tool O-ring Tool 944022 Remove and replace o-rings Small Blade Screwdriver Small Blade Screwdriver Remove and replace clamping bands...
When it comes to issues of nitrox safety and compatibility, the concerns lie primarily with the fi rst stage as it is subjected to high inlet pressures. High inlet pressures lead to adiabatic compression or heating of the gas. The Aqua Lung or Apeks regulator product described in this manual, when properly cleaned and assembled, is authorized for use with enriched air nitrox (EAN) that does not exceed 40% (EAN 40).
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Mistral Mouthpiece Technical Maintenance Manual Table 5: Checking Specifi cations TEST CONDITION SPECIFICATIONS Leak Test Inlet 2,500-3,000 ( + 100 psig) No leaks allowed Inlet 2500 - 3000 (± 100 psig) Opening Effort + 1.0 – 1.7 in. H ² O MP 135 ±...