Summary of Contents for The AirLine E-160
- Page 1 Owners Manual for Electric Model's E-160 and E-260 The AirLine Phone: (352) 307-1001 4340 SE 95 Street Fax: (352) 307-0019 Ocala, FL 34480 info@airlinebyjsink.com...
- Page 2 The Air Line Electric powered Model's E160 or E-260 110 volt (Picture of E-160 with soft case for conception only) Before you get started, assemble a few items so you can complete the process without having to go look for things. You will need a can of Marine grade lube/protectant (non-conducting for the electrical components), and a few watch-band size and larger Velcro ties.
- Page 3 Although this equipment is much easier to use than the more cumbersome scuba gear, it is still a serious LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEM and must be used only by trained divers who fully understand the effects of breathing compressed air underwater. If you don't FULLY UNDERSTAND any of the skills required for safe diving, it is essential that you seek RE- TRAINING at a qualified training facility.
- Page 4 Your Air Line is designed for shallow water, unobstructed diving and should never be used in enclosed areas, such as caves, shipwrecks or ledge overhangs. Air Line diving requires most of the same skills as Scuba, but there are a few important differences. Your unit has the capability of running for long periods of time (much longer than Scuba) and therefore requires EXTRA The rules for decompression are ATTENTION TO DEPTHS AND DOWN- TIME.
- Page 5 On the E160 unit, the 5' black heat hose must be screwed into the brass fitting coming out of the red compressor head. This is only for the E160, and is already installed on the E260. This is to protect the E160 form breakage during shipping.
- Page 6 round off the corners of your fitting. Do not over torque the black heat hose fitting you only need to snug this so it will not come unscrewed. The following is for either unit. For a single diver put a filter washer in the female end of your yellow hose.
- Page 7 HOSE HANDLING The 1” black strap (E160 Only) on your black heat hose coming out of the compressor must be fastened to a stationary object so as not to pull on the brass fitting coming out of the compressor.
- Page 8 The most effective way to keep kinks out of the hoses is in the way they are handled. Always unroll rather than uncoil hoses. Hold the reel of hose perpendicular to your chest and unroll the hose. By so doing, the hoses will be straight when you are in the water. When you are done with your dive roll the hose up in neat coils and you will never have any problems deploying or retrieving a hose.
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Page 9: Starting The Unit
Ensure that the compressor is safely situated to where it cannot be accidentally pulled in the water. Attach the black strap(E160 Only) on the black heat hose to a stationary object so you will not pull on the fitting coming out of the compressor head. - Page 10 again. We don't have a problem with this, but the situation could come up in the right circumstances. Our units are an industrial grade compressor which is better than what you may buy from someone else. This situation might be possible on a hot day. Let's discuss diver weighting and some associated topics for a moment.
- Page 11 The Air Line does not discourage the use of a buoyancy compensating device (BCD), but wishes to point out that the BCD's function is just that: to regulate buoyancy. If you choose to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) make sure it will float you heads up in an emergency situation.
- Page 12 SOME TIPS ON USE OF THE EQUIPMENT It may help to remember that the air delivery from a compressor is somewhat different from a SCUBA cylinder. A fixed pressure is not descending and ascending with you. You will probably descend more slowly when breathing from a compressor. Having an almost unlimited supply of air means that you haven't had to shorten your dive because you have a limited air supply from a scuba tank.
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Page 13: Periodic Maintenance
When the motor is cool enough to touch, LIGHTLY spray down the compressor with the non- conductive protectant (ideally, CorrosionX) to give it a barrier against salt. Wipe off the excess, wrap the heat hose around the compressor and store. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE The particle filters in the female garden hose ends of the yellow air hoses need to be inspected regularly. - Page 14 848-7735 to find the nearest authorized Thomas Service Center. Specify that you have an Air Line Model # AL-E160 (a.k.a. T-30) or AL-E260 (a.k.a.1820) 110 volt compressor. You will be referred to your nearest dealer. For all other service, contact The Air Line at (352) 307- 1001.
- Page 15 CONDITION: Insufficient air. POSSIBLE CAUSE: Air leak in hose system or at the compressor head.. SOLUTION: Check the washer associated with the particle filter. Check that hoses are properly connected. Check for a hose burn or other accidental hose damage. ANOTHER POSSIBLE CAUSE: Dirt, salt or some corrosive matter in pressure release valve SOLUTION: The valve needs to be cleaned.
- Page 16 Now go enjoy your dive. No, wait----I forgot something Get a pen and fill in the balance of this information before you start having too much fun and forget it, like I almost did. Air Line Model number: __________________ Invoice Number: ______________________ Serial number:_____________________ (Found at base of engine, to right of ON/OFF switch) Equipment use Waiver In signing below I affirm that I am competent in the use of underwater breathing apparatuses...
- Page 17 THE AIRLINE E-160 ELECTRIC COMPRESSOR...
- Page 18 THE AIRLINE E-260 ELECTRIC DIVE COMPRESSOR...
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