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- Page 1 SEA LW Survival Egress Air User’s Manual 31 October 2022 Rev. 5...
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- Page 3 APEKS Marine Equipment Limited Ltd. (Aqualung Group) Neptune Way, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, BB1 2BT EU Importer Aqua Lung Trading (Aqua Lung Logistics), 1ère avenue 14ème rue BP 148 06513 Carros Cedex (France) UK Importer Aqualung UK Distribution, Neptune Way, Blackburn, Lancashire, England.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS General Precautions and Warnings ..............5 Product Description .................... 7 Risk Identification ....................7 Preparation and Setup ..................8 General Filling Procedures ................8 Second Stage ....................12 Operating Instructions ..................12 Pre-Use Inspection .................... 13 Post-Use Inspection ..................14 Care and Maintenance .................. -
Page 5: General Precautions And Warnings
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING: SEA (Survival Egress Air) is specifically designed for use on a variety of vests and harnesses typically used in maritime environments and may also be considered for egress from rotorcraft in a ditching emergency. Due to its limited air volume, it is not intended for use while SCUBA diving or egressing from depths greater than 4m. - Page 6 WARNING: DO NOT apply any type of petroleum based lubricant, such as household oil or motor oil to any part of SEA. Lubrication is not required under normal circumstances, except during service performed by a manufacturer trained service technician. WARNING: It is important to ensure that SEA is always pressurized whenever it is submerged in order to prevent the ingress of water into the system.
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Page 7: Product Description
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SEA (Survival Egress Air) is specifically designed for use on a variety of vests and harnesses typically used in maritime environments and may also be considered for egress from rotorcraft in a ditching emergency. A lightweight cylinder with integrated regulator provides a source of emergency breathing air to allow crew members or passengers to safely egress from an underwater environment. -
Page 8: Preparation And Setup
PREPARATION AND SETUP SEA is packaged fully assembled and ready to use after it has been filled with air. 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. - Page 9 WARNING: DO NOT attempt to loosen or remove any components of SEA other than instructed. Doing so could cause a dangerous malfunction which could result in serious injury or death. 3. Check to ensure the handwheel is closed and Red Indicator SEA is depressurized (Fig.
- Page 10 O-Ring AP0649 232 bar Fill Adapter Figure 5 NOTE: SEA does not include a HP fill adapter. The 232 bar fill adapter is available to be purchased separately (Fig. 5). CAUTION: Ensure that the pressure rating on the HP fill adapter matches the fill port and cylinder pressure rating.
- Page 11 8. Connect to air supply fill whip (Fig. 7). 9. Open the handwheel to allow the dial indicator to register. Figure 7 NOTE: SEA will fill with the handwheel in the “OFF” position (red indicator ring visible). In this position the dial indicator will not register pressure. This is not recommended This is not recommended.
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Page 12: Second Stage
SECOND STAGE The LW second stage incorporates a position Hexagonal Mouthpiece Boss keying feature that enables the user to adjust orientation of the second stage body in relation to the mouthpiece. This unique feature keeps the hose closer to the body and allows for more flexibility in various cylinder mounting configurations. -
Page 13: Pre-Use Inspection
PRE-USE INSPECTION Before each use, SEA must be given a thorough visual inspection and functional test. NEVER use a SEA which shows signs of damage, leakage or substandard performance until it has received inspection and service from a manufacturer trained service technician. 1. -
Page 14: Post-Use Inspection
5. Open the handwheel to pressurize SEA. Closely examine the dial indicator to ensure the cylinder is filled to its maximum capacity as marked (Fig. 12). Figure 12 NOTE: SEA utilizes a “GO” / “NO-GO” system of RED and GREEN segmented dial indicators based on usable gas volumes in accordance with EN 4856. -
Page 15: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE It is important to provide the proper preventative maintenance in order to ensure the best possible performance and reliability of SEA. The following maintenance procedures should be performed routinely after each use of the equipment. WARNING: Never use solvents to clean breathing equipment or components. - Page 16 When SEA has been subjected to an aquatic environment but not used in a breathing capacity please follow points 1 – 9 in full. 1. After each in-water use, SEA must be cleaned, inspected, and prepared for the next use or storage. 2.
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Page 17: Inspection And Service
INSPECTION AND SERVICE 1. It cannot be assumed that SEA is in good working order on the basis that it has received little use since it was last serviced. Remember that prolonged or improper storage can still result in internal corrosion and/or deterioration of o-ring seals and valve springs. -
Page 18: Cylinder Advice
CYLINDER ADVICE 1. On no account should anyone attempt to loosen or remove a valve from a charged (gas filled) cylinder. Additionally, on no account should anyone remove a valve from an empty cylinder unless they have the specific authority to do so, and the necessary knowledge and equipment to avoid damage to either the valve or the cylinder. -
Page 19: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Cylinder Length with Regulator 29.5 cm / 11.6 in for 0.25 L Cylinder Cylinder Material Aluminum Rated Cylinder Pressure 232 bar / 3365 psi Regulator First Stage Piston Pressure Indicator Dial Indicator 0–232 bar / 0–3365 psi First Stage Hose Connection 360 Degree Swivel Regulator Second Stage Unbalanced Second Stage... - Page 20 SEA LW Survival Egress Air User’s Manual Neptune Way, Blackburn, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom, BB1 2BT www.milproaqualung.com ©2022 Aqualung...