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AIRSOURCE III SECOND STAGE OWNERS MANUAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The Airsource is constructed from carefully selected materials, which are

chosen to resist corrosion. However, the corrosive effects of the environment

in which diving equipment is often used cannot be entirely eliminated. Fur-

ther, the presence of sand and other minerals can interfere with the normal

operation of the equipment, and repeated prolonged exposure to chlorine

can accelerate deterioration of some components. Therefore, your equip-

ment will perform better and last longer if it is rinsed with fresh water after

each day's use.

The Airsource corrugated hose can be separated into two parts, which meet

in the middle and are connected by the Trim Grip™. The lower half (including

the MP hose) can be cleaned and stored with the first stage of your regula-

tor. The upper half can be cleaned, and remain on the BC until its next use.

Detach the medium pressure (MP) inflator hose from the hose guides at the

top and middle attachment points. While holding the molded hose steady

just below the Trim Grip™, grasp and turn the Trim Grip™ 1/4 turn clock-

wise, and pull down on the molded hose to disengage the lower assembly.

After proper cleaning, hold the lower molded hose and Trim Grip™ steady.

Engage the Airsource lower assembly by lining up the upper and lower con-

nection points and carefully turning counter-clockwise 1/4 turn. Slide the medium

pressure (MP) hose into the middle and upper hose guides.

NOTE:

When inserting the lower half of the Trim Grip™ into the up-

per half, make sure to rotate counterclockwise to prevent parts from

being damaged. When inserted correctly, the lower half of the Trim

Grip™ will only rotate in a counterclockwise direction. Avoid using

excessive force when connecting the two parts.

The recommended procedure for cleaning your Airsource is as follows:

1. Ideally, you should soak the entire Airsource in warm tap water (less than

120

F/40

C) to loosen mineral deposits. A large plastic trash can filled with

fresh water is useful for rinsing all of your diving equipment.

2. If warm water soaking is unavailable, rinse the Airsource in tap water. If no

air pressure is supplied to the Airsource, DO NOT DEPRESS THE PURGE

BUTTON! Pressing the purge button can cause water and mineral deposits

to reenter the unit, which can accelerate deterioration over time.

3. Remove any remaining excess water from the Airsource by thoroughly

wiping it dry with a soft towel. After it is dry, reconnect it to a scuba cylinder

and depress the purge button and the power inflator button to rid the unit

of excess water. Do not store the Airsource with air pressure supplied to it.

4. Store the Airsource in a clean equipment box or sealed plastic bag in a

cool, dry, dark place.

NOTE:

Do not use any cleaning solvents for soaking or rinsing.

Do not attempt to lubricate or preserve any part of the regulator

with aerosol cleaners or silicone spray. This is not necessary,

and the propellant and other chemicals in these compounds can

seriously damage the Airsource.

SCHEDULED SERVICE

The Airsource should be inspected/serviced by a qualified repair techni-

cian. Inspections should occur annually or more frequently (every three

to six months) if used heavily, in dirty water, swimming pools, or it is not

operating correctly. Heavy use is considered to be more than 100 opera-

tional hours within one year.

If the regulator is in good working order, 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 to keep the Limited Lifetime Warranty in effect.

As described in the warranty statement, your annual regulator inspection

and service must be performed by a qualified Aqualung

ensure best service at all times, please fill out the following service registra-

tion log, and have your dealer sign and date it in the appropriate spaces

each time the regulator is taken for inspection or repair. Be sure to maintain

records as proof of performance of maintenance.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

All warranty transactions must be accompanied by proof of original purchase

from an authorized dealer. Be sure to save your sales receipt, and present it

whenever returning your regulator for warranty service.

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Aqualung warrants to the original purchaser that the product will remain

free from defects in material and workmanship throughout its useful life; pro-

vided that it receives normal use, proper care, and prescribed dealer service

subject to those restrictions stated below.

This warranty does not apply to units subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect,

modification, or unauthorized service. This limited warranty is extended

only to the original purchaser for products purchased directly from an au-

thorized dealer, and is not transferable.

This warranty is limited to repair or replacement only at the discretion of

Aqualung America.

WARNING:

It is dangerous for untrained and uncertified persons

to use the equipment covered by this warranty. Therefore, use of

this equipment by an untrained person renders any and all war-

ranties null and void. Use of scuba equipment by anyone who

is not a trained or certified diver, or receiving training under the

supervision of an instructor, could lead to serious injury or death.

repair facility. To