XLC 2nd Stage Service Manual.pdf - Aberdeen Watersports

8 XLC Second Stage Service & Repair ManualReassembly ProceduresNOTE: Before performing any reassembly, it is important toinspect all parts, both new and those that are being reused,to ensure that every part and component is perfectly cleanand free of any dust, corrosion, or blemishes. Check all O-rings to ensure they are clean and supple before dressingwith either Christo-Lube ® or Dow 111 silicone grease.WARNING: Use only genuine Aqua Lung parts, subassemblies,and components whenever assembling any Aqua Lungproduct. DO NOT attempt to substitute an Aqua Lung partwith another manufacturer’s, regardless of any similarity inshape, size, or appearance. Doing so may render the productunsafe, and could result in serious injury or death.1. Install the O-ring(23) onto the vane adjustment switch(24).2. Mate the stem of the vane switch into its respective hole in thebox bottom(22), above the outlet boss, and align the matingpin above the positioning guide (see Fig. 7). When the switchis correctly aligned, press it down and into place so that it isproperly seated inside the box bottom.3. Press the circlip(6) into the recessed ledge in the forks of theCirclip/ Retaining Ring Tool (P/N 1078-46), with its flat sidefacing down and the open end facing out of the tool (see Fig.8). The spring tension of the tool will hold the circlip in placewhile it is being positioned inside the box bottom.4. While holding the vane switch in place, set the box bottom ona flat surface with the open side facing down and the switch at12 O’clock. Guide the tool holding the circlip into the outletboss, with the top surface of the tool held flush against theceiling, directly behind the vane. Press the circlip evenly ontothe groove of the vane stem until it snaps audibly into place(see Fig. 9). Remove the tool and examine closely to ensurethe circlip is seated completely inside the groove. Removeand reinstall the circlip if necessary.CAUTION: It is important to ensure that the vane adjustmentswitch, O-ring, and circlip are correctly installed inorder to maintain the watertight integrity of the box bottomassembly. Improper installation may result in flooding of thesecond stage.5. Install the exhaust valve diaphragm(27) into the box bottomby gently pulling the stem through the hole in the center of thesupport spokes, until the barb has passed through and issecurely seated inside the box bottom. Carefully snip off theexcess material of the stem with a small pair of scissors.6. Install the exhaust tee(30) onto the box bottom by fitting itover one upper corner of the seating flange and then stretchingit over the other. Firmly press the lower portion of the teeonto the flange until it is completely seated.Fig. 7 – V.A.S. AlignmentFlat side faces downFig. 8 – Loading Circlip ToolFig. 9 – V.A.S. Circlip Installation© 1999 Aqua Lung America, Inc.