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XS Scuba Valves Service Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction
4
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
4
Maintenance Schedules
5
Standard Procedures
5
Nitrox Compatibility
5
Required Tools
7
Exploded Diagrams and Parts Lists
8
Pre-Test and Inspection Prior to Disassembly
14
Disassembly Procedure
14
Cleaning and Lubricating
17
Introduction
This manual outlines manufacturer prescribed
servicing procedures for the XS Scuba
Valve products described within. It covers
disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly,
adjusting and testing of said valve products.
This publication assumes that the technician
performing the service is experienced,
mechanically inclined, and is using the proper
tools, parts and procedures prescribed
within. If you do not fully understand all of the
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Pay special attention to information provided in Warnings, Caution and Notes that are accompanied by one of
these symbols:
WARNING indicates a procedure or situation that may result in serious injury or death
if instructions are not followed correctly
CAUTION indicates any situation or technique that will result in potential damage to the
product, or render the product unsafe if instructions are not followed correctly
NOTE is used to emphasize important points, tips or reminders
Reassembly Procedure
20
Testing
22
Final Assembly
23
Servicing LH & RH Modular Valves
24
Servicing Crossbar with Isolation Valve
25
Servicing the “J” Reserve Mechanism
26
Dip Tube Instructions
28
Safety Handwheel
29
Safety Assembly
30
Troubleshooting Guide
31
Torque Specifications
32
procedures outlined in this manual, contact
XS Scuba and speak with a Technical Advisor
before proceeding any further. There are many
XS Scuba Valve products. They use common
parts and common procedures. This manual
does not attempt to go step by step through
each individual product; rather, it focuses
on different parts of the valves that require
service. You must apply the appropriate
knowledge found within this manual to the
particular model that you are servicing.
