12.Ensure that the status indicator on the replacement inflator cap is green, the lanyard for the beaded manual inflation handle is present, and the locking ring is locked.
13.To test for leakage, inflate the LP using the oral inflator tube – see Inflating the LP. To avoid damage to the LP do not exceed 2 psi. After two hours there should be no noticeable drop in pressure in the LP.
Repacking the LP
NOTE: After each
1.Visually inspect the status indicator on the hydrostatic inflator (Figure 13). Green indicates that the inflator is armed and ready for use. Red indicates that the inflator has been fired and must be replaced – see
2.Visually inspect the expiry date on the hydrostatic inflator (Figure 13). If the expiry date has passed, replace the inflator – see
Figure 13
| Hydrostatic Water | |
| Inlet Valve | |
| Black Locking Ring | |
| Tabs | |
Status | Manual Ination | |
Lanyard | ||
Indicator | Beaded Manual | |
Expiry Date | ||
Ination Handle |
Gas Removal from the Inflation Cell
WARNING: All gas must be evacuated from the inflation cell prior to packing the LP. Failure to follow this procedure will significantly degrade the performance of the automatic inflation system.
1.A vacuum source capable of achieving at least 5
Note: A 3 HP shop vaccuum will provide more than 5
2.Place the LP on a flat surface with the hydrostatic inflator facing upwards.
3.Attach the automatic/manual conversion cap (MA7219) to the hydrostatic inflator.
4.Turn the LP upside down so that the hydrostatic inflator is facing downwards.
5.Locate the oral inflation tube and turn the locking ring clockwise to open the inflator valve and unlock the mouthpiece.
6.Attach a vacuum fitting to the oral inflator.
7.Turn on the vacuum source.
8.Pinch the black flange at the base of the oral inflation tube. This will help prevent the bladder fabric from sealing off the vacuum.
9.Depress the mouthpiece to evacuate the entrapped gas from the inflation cell.
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