Technical Maintenance Manual: Legend First Stage
Technical Maintenance Manual: Legend First Stage
Technical Maintenance Manual: Legend First Stage
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
ADJUSTING THE FIRST STAGE..............................................................................................................................9
FINAL ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................................10
TABLE 1 - FIRST-STAGE TROUBLSHOOTING GUIDE.........................................................................................11
TABLE 2 - RECOMMENDED TOOL LIST ..............................................................................................................12
TABLE 3 - RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CLEANERS...........................................................................13
PROCEDURE A - CLEANING AND LUBRICATION..............................................................................................14
TABLE 4 -TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................15
TABLE 5 - TEST BENCH SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................15
LEGEND EXPLODED PARTS DRAWING..............................................................................................................17
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GENERAL GUIDELINES
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, & NOTES
1. In order to correctly perform the procedures outlined in
Pay special attention to information provided in warnings, this manual, it is important to follow each step exactly
cautions, and notes that are accompanied by one of these in the order given. Read over the entire manual to
symbols: become familiar with all procedures before attempting to
disassemble the first-stage, and to learn which specialty
WARNINGS indicate a procedure or situation
tools and replacement parts will be required. Keep the
that may result in serious injury or death if manual open beside you for reference while performing
instructions are not followed correctly. each procedure. Do not rely on memory.
CAUTIONS indicate any situation or tech- 2. All service and repair should be carried out in a work
area specifically set up and equipped for the task.
nique that will result in potential damage to
Adequate lighting, cleanliness, and easy access to all
the product, or render the product unsafe if required tools are essential for an efficient repair facility.
instructions are not followed correctly. 3. The regulator body will need to be secured in a vise
F NOTES are used to emphasize important points, when removing certain threaded parts, including the
tips, and reminders. inlet fitting (30) and spring retainer (31). NEVER SE-
CURE THE REGULATOR BODY DIRECTLY IN A VISE.
Instead, install a vise mounting tool (PN 100395) into
the high pressure port, then secure the vise mounting
SCHEDULED SERVICE tool in the vise. If you do not have a vise mounting tool,
If the regulator is subjected to less than 50 dives per year, it is use an EXPIRED CO2 cartridge attached to a high pres-
permissible to overhaul it every other year with an inspection sure adapter (³₈" female to ⁷₁₆" male). Never screw a
procedure being performed on the “off” years. For example: CO2 directly into a low pressure port in case the neck of
the CO2 cartridge breaks off, leaving the threads stuck
in the regulator.
Year #1: Inspection; Year #2: Overhaul; Year #3: Inspection
3. As the regulator is disassembled, reusable components
Year #4: Overhaul, and so on.
should be segregated and not allowed to intermix with
nonreusable parts or parts from other units. Delicate
Both Inspections and Overhauls need to be documented in parts, including inlet fittings and crowns which contain
the Annual Service & Inspection Record in the back of the critical sealing surfaces, must be protected and isolated
Owner’s Manual to keep the Limited Lifetime Warranty in ef- from other parts to prevent damage during the cleaning
fect. procedure.
If a regulator is subjected to more than 50 dives per year, it 4. Use only genuine Aqua Lung parts provided in the Leg-
should receive the complete overhaul. end first-stage overhaul parts kit (PN 900014). DO NOT
attempt to substitute an Aqua Lung part with another
manufacturer’s, regardless of any similarity in shape or
size.
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5. Do not attempt to reuse mandatory replacement parts 1. Remove the hoses from the first stage using the ap-
under any circumstances, regardless of the amount of propriate sized wrenches. Install spare HP and MP port
use the product has received since it was manufactured plugs into the empty ports, except for one MP port and
or last serviced. one HP port.
6. When reassembling, it is important to follow every torque 2. Using your fingers, unscrew the cap (29). Lift off the
specification prescribed in this manual, using a calibrated ribbed washer (26).
torque wrench. Most parts are made of either marine
brass or plastic, and can be permanently damaged by
undue stress.
GENERAL CONVENTIONS
Unless otherwise instructed, the following terminology and
techniques are assumed:
1. When instructed to remove, unscrew, or loosen a thread-
ed part, turn the part counterclockwise.
3. With your fingers, remove the secondary diaphragm (28).
2. When instructed to install, screw in, or tighten a threaded Turn the first stage over so the piston (27) falls out into
part, turn the part clockwise. your hand.
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 Inter-
mediate Pressure.
5. Numbers in parentheses reference the key numbers on
9. Remove the o-ring (2) from the HP plug (1). Using a brass
o-ring tool, remove the o-ring (4) and backup ring (3) from
inside the HP plug.
If the first-stage has a yoke, go to step 11A; if it has a DIN 12. Loosen the vise and remove the first stage. Remove
connector, go to step 11B. the vise mounting tool from HP port. Using a 4mm hex
wrench, remove all the port plugs (15 & 17) and their
o-rings (14 & 16).
11A. Removing the Yoke
a. Secure the vise mounting
tool into a bench vise with
the yoke facing upward.
Unscrew the yoke screw
(34) and remove the dust
cap (35) from the yoke
screw. Using a large (15")
adjustable wrench, un-
screw the inlet fitting (30).
Loosen the vise and remove the first stage. Remove the
vise mounting tool from HP port.
13. Pull on the narrow end of
b. Using circlip pliers,
the protective sheath (11)
squeeze the c-clip (32)
and slide it off the body
and remove it from the
(10).
inlet fitting. Turn over the
inlet fitting and allow the
filter shield (31) to fall out
into your hand.
REASSEMBLY PROCEDURES 4. Install the new backup ring into the HP plug (1) with the
concave side facing outward. Install a new, lubricated o-
1. Slide the protective sheath (11) on the first stage body ring (4) into the HP plug, against the backup ring. Visu-
(10). Make sure all the ports and inlet fitting opening ally inspect the o-ring to make sure it is seated evenly.
align with the holes in the sheath.
2. Install new, lubricated o-rings (14 & 16) on all the port 5. Install a new, lubricated
plugs (15 & 17). Install all the port plugs, except for one o-ring (2) onto the HP
HP port, and tighten them using a 4mm hex wrench. plug (1).
6. Drop a new HP seat (6), blue sealing side first, into the
first stage. Inspect the seat to make sure it is standing
straight. Place the spring (5) over the seat.
3. Install a new, lubricated o-ring (8) onto the crown (9).
Slide the crown onto the seat installation tool with the
sealing edge against the plastic handle. Insert the crown
into the body and press it into place. Use the blunt end
of the seat installation tool to make sure the crown is
properly seated.
O-ring
Backup Ring
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8. Turn the regulator over so the medium pressure side is 12. Screw a vise mounting
facing upward. Drop the pin (7) through the center hole. tool into the open HP port
Place the pin support (18) over the pin. Press on the pin and secure it in a vise
support a few times. It should feel like a spring-loaded with the spring retainer
button. facing upward. Attach
a 32mm crows-foot to
a foot-pound torque
wrench. Tighten the
spring retainer to 18-20
foot-pounds.
10. Place the spring pad (20), flat side down, in the center
of the diaphragm. Set the main spring (22) on the spring
pad. Place the washer (23) on top of the spring.
b. Place the filter shield (31) into the end of the inlet fitting.
Using circlip pliers, compress the c-clip (32) and install
it into the inlet fitting. Inspect the c-clip to make sure it is
properly seated.
11. Thread the adjustment screw (24) into the spring retain-
er (21) until the first two threads are engaged. Thread
the spring retainer onto the body until hand tight.
a socket extension to a foot-pound torque wrench. Pass c. Remove the first-stage from the vise. Hold the first-
the socket extension through the top of the yoke and stage with the inlet opening facing downward. Insert the
insert it into the socket. Tighten the inlet fitting to 18-20 threaded end of the DIN connector through the threaded
foot-pounds. Remove the torque wrench and socket. side of the handwheel (39) and screw it into the first
stage body until finger tight. Secure the first-stage back
in the vise with the DIN connector facing upward. Screw
the DIN connector into the body (10). Attach a 6mm hex
key to a foot-pound torque wrench. Tighten the DIN con-
nector to 18-20 foot-pounds.
4. Close the cylinder valve and depressurize the regulator 4. Close the cylinder valve and depressurize the regulator.
by opening the gauge relief valve or by pressing the sec- Remove the test gauge and reinstall the port plug(s).
ond stage purge button. Close the gauge relief valve and
repressurize the system. The MP should still read 135
psi. If the pressure reading is different than the original
setting, repeat steps 3 and 4 until the MP is stable. This Ends Resassembly
FINAL ASSEMBLY
1. Orient the spacer (25) so the side with straight edges
is facing upward. Align the straight edges of the spacer
(25) with the wrench flats on the spring retainer. Work
the spacer over the spring retainer until it sits against
the body. Place the ribbed washer (26) on top of the
spacer
3. Thread the end cap (29) onto the dry chamber until
handtight. Recheck the medium pressure to make sure
it is still at 135 psig.
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4. Diaphragm seating surface damaged 4. Replace body
1. Cylinder valve not completely open 1. Open valve; check fill pressure
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Oakite #31 Acid bath for reusable stainless Oakite Products, Inc.
steel and brass parts. 50 Valley Road
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
White distilled vinegar (100 gr.) Acid bath for reusable stainless "Household" grade
steel and brass parts.
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 Degreaser for brass and stainless "Household" grade
(diluted with warm water) steel parts; general cleaning solu-
tion for plastic and rubber
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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, houshold 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.
CAUTION: Do not place plastic and rubber parts in acid solutions. Doing so my alter the physical prop-
erties of the component, causing it to prematurely degrade and/or break.
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.
*Soapy water is defined as "household" grade liquid dishwashing detergent diluted in warm water.
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TECHNICIAN'S NOTES
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