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The Aqua Lung LEGEND LX SUPREME is a high-performance second stage regulator designed to provide effortless breathing in all diving conditions. It features a compact and lightweight design, making it easy to carry and use. The LX SUPREME is equipped with a large diaphragm and a Venturi-assisted purge, which together deliver smooth and easy inhalation. The regulator also offers a user-adjustable cracking effort knob, allowing you to fine-tune the breathing resistance to your personal preference.
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TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE MANUAL
LEGEND LX
SECOND STAGE
Copyright ©2000 Aqua Lung America, Inc. Rev. 7/2002
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Contents
COPYRIGHT NOTICE...............................................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................3
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, & NOTES.........................................................................................................................3
SCHEDULED SERVICE............................................................................................................................................3
GENERAL GUIDELINES..........................................................................................................................................3
GENERAL CONVENTIONS......................................................................................................................................4
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES...............................................................................................................................4
REASSEMBLY PROCEDURES................................................................................................................................7
FINAL TESTING......................................................................................................................................................10
Second Stage Opening Effort Test.................................................................................................................................................... 10
Second Stage Air Flow Test............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Second Stage Purge Flow Test ......................................................................................................................................................... 10
External Leak Test .............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Subjective Breathing Test.................................................................................................................................................................. 10
TABLE 1 - FIRST-STAGE TROUBLSHOOTING GUIDE.........................................................................................12
TABLE 2 - RECOMMENDED TOOL LIST ..............................................................................................................13
TABLE 3 - RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CLEANERS...........................................................................14
PROCEDURE A - CLEANING AND LUBRICATION..............................................................................................15
TABLE 4 -TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................16
TABLE 5 - TEST BENCH SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................16
LEGEND LX EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING ........................................................................................................17
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COPYRIGHT NOTICE
This manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved. It may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Aqua Lung
America. It may not be distributed through the internet or computer bulletin board systems without prior consent in writing from Aqua Lung America.
©2002 Aqua Lung America, Inc.
Legend LX Second-Stage Service Manual
INTRODUCTION
This manual provides factory prescribed procedures for the correct service and repair of the Aqua Lung Legend LX second-stage regulator. It is not intended to be used as an instructional manual for untrained personnel. The procedures outlined within this manual are to be performed only by personnel who have received factory authorized training through an Aqua Lung Service & Repair Seminar. If you do not completely understand all of the procedures outlined in this manual, contact Aqua Lung to speak directly with a Technical
Advisor before proceeding any further.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, & NOTES
Pay special attention to information provided in warnings, cautions, and notes that are accompanied by one of these symbols:
WARNINGS indicate a procedure or situation that may result in serious injury or death if instructions are not followed correctly.
CAUTIONS indicate any situation or technique that will result in potential damage to the product, or render the product unsafe if instructions are not followed correctly.
F NOTES are used to emphasize important points, tips, and reminders.
SCHEDULED SERVICE
If the regulator is subjected to less than 50 dives per year, it is permissible to overhaul it every other year with an inspection procedure being performed on the “off” years. For example:
Year #1: Inspection
Year #2: Overhaul
Year #3: Inspection
Year #4: Overhaul and so on.
Both Inspections and Overhauls need to be documented in the Annual Service & Inspection Record in the back of the
Owner’s Manual to keep the Limited Lifetime Warranty in effect.
If a regulator is subjected to more than 50 dives per year, it should receive the complete overhaul.
An Official Inspection consists of:
1. A pressurized immersion test of the entire unit to check for air leakage.
2. Checking for stable intermediate pressure that is within the acceptable range.
3. Checking for opening effort that is within the acceptable range.
4. Checking for smooth operation of the control knob and venturi switch.
5. A visual inspection of the filter for debris or discoloration.
6. A visual inspection of the exhaust valve to see that it is in good shape and that it’s resting against a clean surface.
7. A visual inspection of the mouthpiece looking for tears or holes.
8. Pulling back hose protectors and checking that the hoses are secure in the hose crimps.
If a regulator fails item #1,2,3 or 4 the entire regulator should be overhauled. If a regulator fails 4,5,6 or 7 it will be up to the technician’s discretion whether or not a full overhaul is required.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. In order to correctly perform the procedures outlined in this manual, it is important to follow each step exactly in the order given. Read over the entire manual to become familiar with all procedures before attempting to disassemble the first-stage, and to learn which specialty tools and replacement parts will be required. Keep the manual open beside you for reference while performing each procedure. Do not rely on memory.
2. All service and repair should be carried out in a work area specifically set up and equipped for the task.
Adequate lighting, cleanliness, and easy access to all required tools are essential for an efficient repair facility.
3. As the regulator is disassembled, reusable components should be segregated and not allowed to intermix with nonreusable parts or parts from other units. Delicate parts, including inlet fittings and crowns which contain critical sealing surfaces, must be protected and isolated from other parts to prevent damage during the cleaning procedure.
4. Use only genuine Aqua Lung parts provided in the Legend first-stage overhaul parts kit (PN 900112). DO NOT attempt to substitute an Aqua Lung part with another manufacturer’s, regardless of any similarity in shape or size.
5. Do not attempt to reuse mandatory replacement parts under any circumstances, regardless of the amount of use the product has received since it was manufactured or last serviced.
6. When reassembling, it is important to follow every torque specification prescribed in this manual, using a calibrated torque wrench. Most parts are made of either marine brass or plastic, and can be permanently damaged by undue stress.
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GENERAL CONVENTIONS
Unless otherwise instructed, the following terminology and techniques are assumed:
1. When instructed to remove , unscrew , or loosen a threaded part, turn the part counterclockwise.
2. When instructed to install , screw in, or tighten a threaded part, turn the part clockwise.
3. When instructed to remove an o-ring, use the pinch method (see figure) if possible, or use a brass or plastic o-ring removal tool. Avoid using hardened steel picks, as they may damage the o-ring sealing surface. All o-rings that are removed are discarded and replaced with brand new o-rings.
4. The following acronyms are used throughout the manual:
MP is Medium Pressure; HP is High Pressure; IP is Intermediate Pressure.
Pinch Method
Press upwards on sides of oring to create protrusion. Grab o-ring or insert o-ring tool at protrusion to remove.
1. Using two ¹¹₁₆ ” wrenches, hold the retaining nut (15) stationary while turn the hose swivel counterclockwise.
Remove the o-ring (38) from inside the hose swivel. Exercise caution not to scratch the o-ring groove. Remove the o-ring (42) from the male end of the hose.
5. Numbers in parentheses reference the key numbers on the exploded parts schematics. For example, in the statement, "...remove the o-ring (20) from the...", the number
20 is the key number to the crown o-ring.
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
F
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.
CAUTION: Use only a plastic or brass o-ring removal tool (PN 944022) when removing orings to prevent damage to the sealing surface.
Even a small scratch across an o-ring sealing surface could result in leakage. Once an o-ring sealing surface has been damaged, the part must be replaced with new. DO NOT use a dental pick, or any other steel instrument.
2. Pull back the two hose protectors (39 & 41) and inspect the hose crimps.
The crimps should be free from damage and the hose should not be pulling out of the crimp. If it is, the hose must be replaced.
3. Using your hand, unscrew the retaining ring (1). Separate the retaining ring from the rubber mating ring (2). Lift out the purge cover (4).
F NOTE: Normally, there is no need to remove the nameplate (3).
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4. Using the Retaining Ring Tool (pn 129001), unscrew and remove the diaphragm retainer (5). Lift out the washer (6) and diaphragm (7).
8. Turn the knob clockwise
(inward) one turn. The pin (24) should drop out.
If the pin remains in the valve body, use a 1/16" dowel or punch to push it partially out, then use needlenose pliers to completely remove it from the valve body.
9. Unscrew the adjustment knob (34) and completely remove it from the valve body. Tilt the knob so the adjustment pin (31) falls out.
5. Using an ¹¹₁₆ ” wrench, unscrew the retaining nut (15).
Remove the heat exchanger (16).
6. Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops.
Press the lever (25) against the valve body (23). While keeping the lever depressed, grasp the knob and pull the valve body assembly out of the box bottom (9). Remove the valve body o-ring (17) that will probably be left behind in the left side of the box bottom as you look at it.
10. Remove the o-ring (32) from the adjustment knob. Using the LX tool (pn 129001), unscrew the plug (37). Remove the grip (34) by pulling it straight off the adjustment knob.
7. Grasp the venturi lever (19) and pull it out of the box bottom. Remove the o-ring (18) from the venturi lever.
11. Using a 4mm hex wrench, remove the adjustment screw
(36). Remove the o-ring (35) from the adjustment screw.
F
NOTE: The venturi lever may have come out with the valve body in step 6. If this is the case, depress the lever and slide the lever off from right to left.
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12. Remove the o-ring (22) from the valve body.
13. Insert a small 1/8” wooden dowel into the threaded end of the valve body and push out the shuttle valve assembly (26-30). Separate the shuttle valve assembly by pulling on each end.
14. Using a fingernail, remove the LP seat (26) and small o-ring (28) from the shuttle valve.
16. To remove the exhaust tee (14), submerge the box bottom with tee in hot water (approximately
125°F) for 2 to 3 minutes.
Grasp the tee by one of its wings and pull it off the box bottom.
17. Fold back the edges of the exhaust valve (13) and inspect underneath. The seating surface should be clean and free of damage.
Inspect the exhaust valve.
It should be supple and have well defined edges.
If it looks good, there is no need to remove it and it may be reused. If there is any sign of deterioration, it should be replaced.
18. If you have a Legend LX
Supreme, remove the lip shield (11). To remove the mouthpiece clamp (10), simply lift the lever on the cam latch. Remove the mouthpiece (12).
15. Using a medium blade screwdriver, turn the crown (21) six to seven full turns counterclockwise. Since the crown is o-ring sealed, it will not completely unscrew from the valve body. Insert the pin end of the seat extractor tool
(pn 109436) into the valve body, grasp the pin and pull the crown completely out of the valve body. Remove the o-ring (20) from the crown.
This Ends Disassembly
Before starting reassembly, perform parts cleaning and lubrication according to the procedures outlined in Procedure A, titled
Cleaning & Lubrication, on page 15.
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REASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
1. If the exhaust valve (13) was removed, thread the tail through the retaining hole on the outside of the box bottom until the barb engages on the inside. If it is a new valve, cut the excess stem with side cutters leaving approximately 5mm of the tail behind.
6. With the “feet” of the shuttle valve pointing downward
(away from the lever) and the lever pointing straight up
(perpendicular to the valve body), insert the valve assembly into the valve body. Using your finger, press the shuttle valve assembly all the way into the valve body, pass the lever feet. To make sure the shuttle valve assembly is installed correctly, hold the valve body by the threaded end. The shuttle valve should stay in the valve body.
2. Soak the exhaust tee in hot water (~125°F) for 2 to 3 minutes. Install the exhaust tee (14) onto the flange on the outside of the box bottom. Begin by hanging the exhaust tee on the top of the flange, then press the bottom of the tee into place.
3. Install a new, lubricated o-ring (28) onto the stem of the shuttle valve (27). Press a new low pressure seat (26) into the front of the shuttle valve.
7. Install a new, lubricated o-ring (22) onto the valve body
(23). Install a new, lubricated o-ring (32) onto the adjustment knob.
8. Install a new, lubricated o-ring (35) onto the adjustment screw (36). Using a 4mm hex wrench, thread the adjustment screw into the adjustment knob (33) until it stops.
Preadjust the adjustment screw as follows: a. For Legend LX : Rotate the adjustment screw counterclockwise for two complete turns.
b. For Legend LX Supreme: Rotate the adjustment screw counterclockwise for 1 ¹₄ turns.
4. Fit the valve spring (29) onto the leading edge of the counterbalance cylinder (30). Carefully guide the stem of the shuttle valve through the spring and into the counterbalance cylinder.
5. If you removed the lever, replace it so that the lever is on the same side as the small dimple on the valve body and the outlet port is pointing to the right as the threaded inlet side faces away from you.
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9. Press the grip (34) onto the adjustment knob. Using the
LX Tool, screw the plug (37) into the end of the adjustment knob.
CAUTION: Before screwing in the plug, turn it counterclockwise so the threads engage properly. Failure to do so may cause the plastic threads to strip.
12. While depressing the lever, insert the valve body through the venturi lever and into the box bottom. Be sure that the two index flats and the two lever feet engage the tabs molded into the box bottom.
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10. Insert the adjustment pin (31) into the end of the adjustment knob. Install the adjustment knob into the valve body. There should now be spring tension on the lever.
Continue to screw clockwise until the holes for the locking pin are clear. Install the locking pin (24). Be sure that it sits evenly in the hole. Back the adjustment knob out counterclockwise to apply tension on the pin and keep it from falling out.
13. Slide a new, lubricated o-ring (17) down the threaded end of the valve body, into the box bottom. Slide the heat exchanger (16), large diameter first, down the valve body. Thread on the retaining nut (15) until finger tight.
Using an ¹¹₁₆ ” crows foot or deep socket, tighten the nut to a torque of 45 ±2 inch-lbs.
Hole clear Pin installed evenly
11. Install a new, lubricated o-ring (18) onto the venturi lever
(19). Point the venturi lever upward and insert it into the box bottom. Press it against the box bottom so the o-ring is captured.
14. Fit a new, lubricated o-ring (20) onto the adjustable crown (21). Press the adjustable crown, threaded end first, into the valve body. Insert a medium blade screwdriver into the adjustable crown. Push the adjustable crown into the valve body as far as it will go.
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15. While holding the rim of the box bottom at eye level, turn the adjustable crown orifice in (clockwise) until the lever drops about 4mm below the case rim. Then, turn the crown counterclockwise until the lever is even with the case rim.
18. Position the diaphragm (7) into the box bottom. Using your finger or a small wooden dowel, work the edges of the diaphragm into place. Place the thin, white thrust washer (6) on top of the diaphragm. Make sure it is seated evenly all the way around.
16. Add a new o-ring (42) to the male end of the medium pressure hose. Install a new, lubricated o-ring (38) to the swivel end of the hose
19. Screw in the diaphragm retainer (5), flat side facing the diaphragm, until fingertight. Use the Titan
LX diaphragm retaining tool (p/n 129001) to tighten approximately another
¹₄
turn. After installing the diaphragm retainer, grab the edges of the strike plate and gently tug the diaphragm to the left, right, top and bottom to make sure it is secure in the box bottom. If the diaphragm pulls out, then you need to reinstall it.
17. Adjust the lever height
F
NOTE : The inline adjustment tool can be use with crowns with a screwdriver slot or a hex hole.
Make sure the inline tool is set to use the screwdriver slot.
a. Attach the Aqua
Lung in-line tool
(p/n 100190) to the second stage. It can accommodate both the crown orifice with the 5mm hex and the crown orifice with the slot. The tool is shown with the optional in-line medium pressure gauge (p/n111605). b. Attach the swivel end of the medium pressure hose to the other end of the inline tool. Attach the male end of the hose to a properly adjusted firststage regulator (135±5). Attach the first-stage to a fully charged cylinder. Slowly open the cylinder valve to pressurize the regulator.
c. Press inward on the adjustment wheel of the inline tool. Slowly rotate the adjustment wheel until the inline tool engages the crown orifice. Turn the crown in until the lever drops approximately ¹₄ ”.
This will “coin” the rubber seat to help achieve a better seal. Now back the crown orifice out (counterclockwise). The lever will raise. Continue until the lever is even with the rim of the box bottom.
20. Position the rubber purge cover (4) onto the box bottom.
Make sure that the nameplate is oriented correctly. Install the mating ring (2) onto the retaining ring (1). While holding the purge cover stationary, screw the retaining ring into the box bottom until snug.
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21. Perform the venturi test: a. To test the venturi control, place the lever in the plus position.
b. Depress the purge cover. You should get loud, run away freeflow.
c. While the regulator is freeflowing, move the venturi lever to the minus position. The freeflow should stop abruptly. If it doesn’t stop abruptly, the crown orifice may be out too far. Try turning it in (clockwise) 1/8 of a turn and try again.
Set to "+" and purge Move to "-" to stop flow
22. Turn off the air supply and purge the second-stage by pressing on the lever. Pull back on the adjustment wheel and unscrew the inline tool from the second-stage.
Remove the hose from the inline tool.
23. Attach the hose to the second stage. While holding the retaining nut (15) with a ¹¹₁₆ ” wrench, tighten the hose swivel to a torque value of 40±2 inch-lbs.
F
NOTE : If your facility is equipped with a test bench, perform the tests before installing the mouthpiece. General instructions for performing bench tests are located in the next section, “Final
Testing.”
25. If equipped with a Comfo-bite mouthpiece, make sure the ‘bridge’ of the mouthpiece (12) is facing upward.
Stretch the mouthpiece over the second-stage mouthpiece boss. At the base of the mouthpiece is a groove for the reusable clamp (10). Wrap the clamp around the mouthpiece so that the cam buckle points toward the hose and the cam lever points downward. Mate the cam lever hook with the hook on the free end of the clamp.
Press down on the cam lever until the buckle snaps closed.
26. If the regulator is a Supreme model, install the lip shield
(9) by stretching it over the mouthpiece and pressing it up against the reusable clamp.
FINAL TESTING
Second Stage Opening Effort Test
1. Connect the first stage regulator to a calibrated test bench and pressurize the system to 3000 (±100) psi.
Slowly open the flowmeter control knob (start vacuum) while watching both the magnahelic gauge and the intermediate pressure gauge.
2. When the intermediate pressure begins to drop, indicating the second-stage valve is open, the magnahelic gauge should indicate an opening effort of +0.8” to +1.4” of H
H
2
2
O for a standard 2nd-stage, or +1.1” to +1.7” of
O for the supreme 2nd-stage. If the reading exceeds these specifications, refer to refer to “Table 1 - Troubleshooting” for corrective actions.
Second Stage Air Flow Test
1. Slowly turn the flowmeter control knob until the flow reaches a minimum of 15 SCFM (425 liters per minute).
The reading on the Magnahelic gauge (inhalation / exhalation effort gauge) should indicate no more than +6.O”
H2O. If the reading exceeds +6.0” H2O, refer to refer to
“Table 1 - Troubleshooting” for corrective actions.
Second Stage Purge Flow Test
1. Turn off the flowmeter control knob. Next, while the second stage is still mounted on the mouthpiece adapter, watch the flowmeter gauge and depress the purge button until the second stage valve is completely open.
The flowmeter gauge must indicate a minimum of +10.0
SCFM (284 Liters per minute.). If the purge flow is less than +10.0 SCFM, refer to “Table 1 - Troubleshooting.”
2. When purge flow is correct, remove the second-stage from the mouthpiece adapter on the flow test bench.
Shut the valve of the test bench, and purge the second stage to depressurize the system. Remove the regulator.
External Leak Test
1. After disconnecting the regulator from the flow bench, connect it to a scuba cylinder filled to approximately
3,000 psi. Open the cylinder valve to repressurize the regulator, and submerge the entire system in a test tank of clean water.
2. Observe any bubbles arising from the submerged regulator over a one minute period. The recommended time is necessary due to slower bubble formation that occurs
F in smaller leaks. Bubbles indicate a leak, which requires that the system must be disassembled at the source to check sealing surfaces, assembly sequence and component positioning in order to correct the problem(s).
NOTE: Extremely small leaks may be better detected by applying a soap solution or Snoop™ to the leak area. Bubble streams will indicate the source of the leak. Before disassembling to correct any leaks, rinse the entire regulator thoroughly with fresh water and blow out all residual moisture with filtered, low-pressure (50 psi) air.
Disassemble and remedy the problem, referring to “Table 1 - Troubleshooting.”
Subjective Breathing Test
1. Depress the purge cover fully to ensure that an adequate volume of air needed to clear the second stage flows through the mouthpiece. Then, inhale slowly but deeply from the mouthpiece. A properly serviced and adjusted regulator should deliver air upon deep inhala-
11 tion without excessive inhalation effort, freeflow, or “fluttering” of the second-stage diaphragm. When exhaling, there should be no fluttering or sticking of the exhalation valve. If any of these problems occur, refer to Table 1
- Troubleshooting.
This Ends Reassembly
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Table 1 - Troubleshooting Guide
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. High first-stage intermediate pressure. (should be 135±5 psi)
2. LP seat (26) damaged or worn.
TREATMENT
1. Refer to first-stage Troubleshooting Guide.
2. Replace LP seat.
Leakage or freeflow from second stage
Low purge or excessive work of breathing (full cylinder)
3. Crown (21) adjusted incorrectly, lever set too high
3. Reset crown preliminary settings, and repeat Adjustment
Procedures.
4. Replace lever.
4. Lever (25) bent
5. Crown (21) sealing surface damaged.
6. Poppet spring (11) damaged.
5. Replace crown.
6. Replace spring.
1. Low first-stage intermediate pressure. (should be 135±5 psi)
2. Crown (21) adjusted incorrectly, lever set too low.
1. Refer to first-stage Troubleshooting Guide.
2. Reset crown to preliminary settings and repeat Adjustment
Procedures .
3. Intermediate pressure hose (40) clogged or obstructed.
3. Clean or replace hose.
4. Lever (25) bent 4. Replace lever.
1. Hole in mouthpiece (12).
1. Replace mouthpiece.
Water entering second-stage
2. Demand diaphragm (7) damaged.
3. Exhaust valve (13) damaged.
4. Venturi lever o-ring (16) dirty, damaged, or worn.
5. Diaphragm improperly seated between box bottom (29) and sealing ring (5).
6. Box bottom damaged. (Check exhaust valve sealing surface.)
7. Inlet o-ring (17) damaged.
8. Valve spindle o-ring (20) worn or damaged
2. Replace diaphragm.
3. Replace valve.
4. Disassemble and replace o-ring.
5. Remove front cover (3) and properly reassemble sealing ring with diaphragm (check for distortion).
6. Disassemble and replace box bottom
7. Replace o-ring.
8. Replace o-ring.
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PART NO.
111610
944022
129001
109436
100190 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Table 2 - Recommended Tool List
DESCRIPTION
I.P. test gauge
O-ring tool, set
Retaining Ring Tool
Seat extract/install tool
Inline Adjustment Tool
Torque wrench, inch-pound
11/16" crows-foot
Medium blade screwdriver
11/16" wrench (x2)
4mm hex wrench
1/16" wooden dowel
APPLICATION
Intermediate pressure testing
O-ring removal and installation
Retaining ring removal and installation
Crown removal and installation
2nd-stage adjustment
Retaining nut, hose
Retaining nut, hose (used with torque wrench)
Crown
Retaining nut, hose
Adjustment Screw
Shuttle valve removal
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Table 3 - Recommended Lubricants & Cleaners
LUBRICANT / CLEANER
Christo-Lube ® MCG-111
APPLICATION
All O-rings seals
SOURCE
Aqua Lung, PN 820466, or
Lubrication Technologies
310 Morton Street
Jackson, OH 45640
(800) 477-8704
CAUTION: Silicone rubber requires no lubrication or preservative treatment. DO NOT apply grease or spray to silicone rubber parts. Doing so may cause a chemical breakdown and premature deterioration of the material.
Oakite #31
White distilled vinegar (100 gr.)
Acid bath for reusable stainless steel and brass parts.
Acid bath for reusable stainless steel and brass parts.
Oakite Products, Inc.
50 Valley Road
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
"Household" grade
CAUTION:
DO NOT use muriatic acid for the cleaning of any parts. Muriatic acid, even when strongly diluted, can harm chrome plating, and may leave a residue that is harmful to O-ring seals and other parts.
Liquid dishwashing detergent
(diluted with warm water)
Degreaser for brass and stainless steel parts; general cleaning solution for plastic and rubber
"Household" grade
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Procedure A
Cleaning & Lubrication
(All Aqua Lung Regulators)
Brass and Stainless Steel Parts
1. Preclean in warm, soapy water* using a nylon bristle tooth brush.
2. Thoroughly clean parts in an ultrasonic cleaner filled with soapy water. If there are stubborn deposits, household white distilled vinegar (acetic acid) in an ultrasonic cleaner will work well. DO NOT place plastic, rubber, silicone or anodized aluminum parts in vinegar.
3. Remove parts from the ultrasonic cleaner and rinse with fresh water. If tap water is extremely “hard,” place the parts in a bath of distilled water to prevent any mineral residue. Agitate lightly, and allow to soak for 5-10 minutes. Remove and blow dry with low pressure (25 psi) filtered air, and inspect closely to ensure proper cleaning and like-new condition.
Anodized Aluminum, Plastic & Rubber Parts
Anodized aluminum parts and parts made of plastic or rubber, such as box bottoms, box tops, dust caps, etc., may be soaked and cleaned in a solution of warm water mixed with mild dish soap. Use only a soft nylon toothbrush to scrub away any deposits.
Rinse in fresh water and thoroughly blow dry, using low pressure filtered air.
Hoses
If buildup of corrosion is severe, it is permissible to soak only the hose fittings in the ultrasonic cleaner as needed, and not allow any solution to enter the hose. Rinse in fresh water and allow to dry with the cleaned ends hanging down. Blow filtered air through them prior to installing onto the regulator.
Lubrication and Dressing
All o-rings should be lubricated with Christo-Lube ® MCG-111. Dress the o-rings with a very light film of grease, and remove any visible excess by running the o-ring between thumb and forefinger. Avoid applying excessive amounts of Christo-Lube grease, as this will attract particulate matter that may cause damage to the o-ring.
*Soapy water is defined as "household" grade liquid dishwashing detergent diluted in warm water.
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PART NUMBER
AP2031
APF124563
Table 4 - Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION / KEY NUMBER
Retaining nut / 15
Hose / 40
TORQUE
45±2 inch-lbs
40±2 inch-lbs
TEST
Leak Test
Intermediate Pressure
Intermediate Pressure
Creep
Opening Effort
Flow effort
Purge flow
Table 5 - Test Bench Specifications
CONDITION
Inlet 2,500-3,000 (±100) psig
Inlet 2,500-3,000 (±100) psig
Inlet 2,500-3,000 (±100) psig
Inlet 2,500-3,000 (±100) psig
Intermediate pressure 135±5 psi
Intermediate pressure 135±5 psi
Intermediate pressure 135±5 psi
ACCEPTABLE RANGE
No leaks allowed
135±5 psi
5 psi max between 5 to 15 seconds after cycling (purging) regulator
+0.8 to +1.4 in. H
2
+1.1 to +1.7 in. H
2
0 (primary)
0 (Supreme)
+6 inches H
2
0 (maximum) at 15 SCFM
5.0 SCFM flow rate (minimum)
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Legend LX Exploded Parts Drawing
Key # Part # Description
------ 900012 Overhaul Parts Kit
------ 129080 Legend LX, Second Stage Only
1 ----- 129179 Retaining Ring, Gold
------ 129171 Retaining Ring, Silver
2 ----- 129173 Mating Ring, Rubber
3 ----- 129187 Nameplate, Legend
4 ----- 129172 Purge Cover
5 ----- 129132 Diaphragm Retainer
6 ----- 129133 Thrust Washer
7 ----- 129145 Diaphragm
8 ----- 129184 Baffle
9 ----- 129155 Box Bottom, LX
------ 129185 Box Bottom, LX Supreme
10 ---- 129154 Mouthpiece Clamp
11 ---- 109512 Lip Shield (Supreme Model)
12 ---- 109438 Mouthpiece, ComfoBite
------ 104138 Mouthpiece, Standard
13 ---- 129174 Exhaust Valve
14 ---- 104102 Exhaust Tee
15 ---- AP2031 Retaining Nut
16 ---- 129148 Heat Exchanger
17 ---- 820015 O-ring
18 ---- AP1438 O-ring
19 ---- 129138 Venturi Lever
20 ---- 820010 O-ring
21 ---- AP2033 Crown
Key # Part # Description
22 ---- 820015 O-ring
23 ---- 129146 Valve Body
24 ---- AP1151 Pin
25 ---- AP2035 Lever
26 ---- AP2034 LP Seat
27 ---- AP2036 Shuttle valve
28 ---- AP2041 O-ring
29 ---- AP2021 Spring
30 ---- AP2038 Counterbalance Chamber
31 ---- 129129 Adjustment Pin
32 ---- 820011 O-ring
33 ---- 129147 Adjustment Knob
34 ---- 129130 Grip
35 ---- 820009 O-ring
36 ---- 129135 Adjusting Screw
37 ---- 129142 Plug
38 ---- 820010 O-ring
39 ---- 129160 Hose Sleeve
40 ---- APF124563 LP Hose (includes item 41)
41 ---- 102067 Hose Protector
42 ---- 820011 O-ring
Part numbers in BOLD ITALICS indicate standard overhaul replacement part.
Rev. 7 /2002
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Key Features
- Pneumatically balanced diaphragm for easy breathing
- Inhalation effort adjustment knob for customized breathing performance
- Venturi switch for fine-tuning air flow
- Large purge button for easy clearing
- Comfortable orthodontic mouthpiece
- Heat exchanger to prevent freezing
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Table of contents
- 3 COPYRIGHT NOTICE
- 3 INTRODUCTION
- 3 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, & NOTES
- 3 SCHEDULED SERVICE
- 3 GENERAL GUIDELINES
- 4 GENERAL CONVENTIONS
- 4 DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
- 7 REASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
- 10 FINAL TESTING
- 10 Second Stage Opening Effort Test
- 10 Second Stage Air Flow Test
- 10 Second Stage Purge Flow Test
- 10 External Leak Test
- 10 Subjective Breathing Test
- 12 TABLE 1 - FIRST-STAGE TROUBLSHOOTING GUIDE
- 13 TABLE 2 - RECOMMENDED TOOL LIST
- 14 TABLE 3 - RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CLEANERS
- 15 PROCEDURE A - CLEANING AND LUBRICATION
- 16 TABLE 4 -TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- 16 TABLE 5 - TEST BENCH SPECIFICATIONS
- 17 LEGEND LX EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING