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Oceanic ALPHA 8 Service Procedure

Oceanic ALPHA 8 Service Procedure

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REGULATORS
ALPHA 8 SECOND STAGE
OCEANIC
®
ALPHA 8
SERVICE
PROCEDURE
This Alpha 8 Service Procedure conveys a list of components and service procedures
that reflect the Alpha 8 as it was configured at the time of this writing (8/19/10).
Doc. 12-2805-r02 (8/19/10)
PG-1
®
© 2002 Design, 2005
OCEANIC
Product Service Guide

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  • Page 1 ALPHA 8 SERVICE PROCEDURE This Alpha 8 Service Procedure conveys a list of components and service procedures that reflect the Alpha 8 as it was configured at the time of this writing (8/19/10). Doc. 12-2805-r02 (8/19/10) PG-1 ® © 2002 Design, 2005...
  • Page 2 1.0 to 2.5 inches of Water TOOLS REQUIRED Standard Tools Specialty Tools Inch Pounds Torque Wrench Oceanic approved Halocarbon Based Lubricant (See General 1/4” Open End Wrench Procedure Doc. 12-2202 for approved list) 11/16” Open End Wrench P/N 40.3367 Poppet Tool 3/4”...
  • Page 3 REGULATORS ALPHA 8 SECOND STAGE TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE TREATMENT 1. Excessive LEVER ARM (9) * Freeflow or leakage present. 1. Adjust ORIFICE (2) and LOCK height. NUT (12) to arrive at correct 2. Excessive intermediate pressure spring load tension and LEVER from first stage.
  • Page 4 REGULATORS ALPHA 8 SECOND STAGE DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE NOTE: Be sure to perform the steps outlined in the Initial Inspection Procedures (Doc. No. 12-2202) prior to disassem- bling the regulator. Review the Troubleshooting Section to gain a better idea of which internal parts may be worn, and to better advise your customer of the service that is needed.
  • Page 5 REGULATORS ALPHA 8 SECOND STAGE 9. Examine the LEVER ARM (9) and compare it with a new one to ensure that it is not bent or distorted in any way. Discard if distortion is found. 10. Examine the POPPET SPRING (7) with a magnifier and com- pare it with a new one to ensure correct tension and length.
  • Page 6 WARNING: Use only genuine Oceanic parts, subassem- blies, and components whenever assembling Oceanic prod- ucts. DO NOT attempt to substitute an Oceanic part with another manufacturer’s, regardless of any similarity in shape, Fig. 6 size, or appearance.
  • Page 7 Secure the MOUTHPIECE (18) onto the HOUSING (8) with a new TIE WRAP (19), positioning the Locking Tab of the TIE WRAP towards the Hose. NOTE: Oceanic’s patented orthodontic Mouthpieces are designed to accommodate the natural overbite of the human jaw. Ensure that it is positioned correctly.
  • Page 8 2. Connect the ALPHA 8 Second Stage Low Pressure Hose to a Low Pressure Port of the First Stage. Ensure that all other Ports are sealed with Port Plugs, with the exception of an additional Low Pressure Quick Disconnect Hose.
  • Page 9 REGULATORS ALPHA 8 SECOND STAGE 2. Pressurize the Regulator with a pure air source of 3,000 PSI (206 BAR) and listen to determine that a slight air flow is initially present. 3. Use the In-Line tool to turn the ORIFICE (2) clockwise with very...
  • Page 10 REGULATORS ALPHA 8 SECOND STAGE 6. Replace the DIAPHRAGM (15), FRONT COVER (16), and COVER RING (17), and pressurize the Regulator again with a pure air source of 3,000 PSI (206 BAR). Inhale lightly through the Mouthpiece. Air should flow easily and smoothly, without any hesitation or lag.
  • Page 11 6326 VALVE, EXHAUST 3.903 O-RING, LP HOSE (FIRST STAGE END) 40.6160 KIT, SERVICE PARTS (Includes all Bold items) (P/N 2.004 O-RING is not used with the Alpha 8) Doc. 12-2805-r02 (8/19/10) PG-11 ® © 2002 Design, 2005 OCEANIC Product Service Guide...