TM 10-8415-208-12
3-10. REBREATHER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS. (CONT)
Materials/Parts
Service Kit (Appendix B, Section II, item 10)
Spare/Repair Kit (Appendix B, Section II, item 11)
Coolant Canister (Appendix B, Section III, item 9)
Exhalation Hose (Appendix B, Section III, item 11)
Inhalation Hose (Appendix B, Section III, item 17)
Oxygen Bottle (Appendix B, Section III, item 21)
Preformed Packing (Appendix B, Section II111, item 26)
Preformed Packing (Appendix B, Section III, item 27)
Cleaner/Sanitizer (Appendix D, Section II, item 8)
Tongue Depressor (Appendix D, Section II, item 11)
Lubricant (Appendix D, Section II, item 16)
Rags (Appendix D, Section II, item 21)
Stopper (Appendix D, Section II, item 24)
Tape (Appendix D, Section II, item 26)
Vinyl Tube (Appendix D, Section II, item 27)
Copper Tubing (Appendix D, Section II, item 28)
Hose Clamp (Appendix D, Section II, item 29)
3-10.1 Inspection.
a.
Visually examine the buckles and straps for broken buckles, frayed, ripped or torn straps. If damaged, refer to
paragraph 3-10. 3. 8 to replace straps.
b.
Remove the top cover and examine all hose connections for tightness and thread damage. Tighten loose
connections. If damaged, refer to paragraph 3-10. 3. 9 to replace hose connections.
c.
Check all hoses for cuts, holes or tears. If damaged, refer to paragraph 3-10. 3. 3 to replace.
d.
Examine the oxygen cylinder valve for damage and check hydrostatic test date. If damaged, or the hydrostatic
test date is over 3 years old, notify your supervisor and replace oxygen cylinder. Refer to paragraph 3-10. 3. 1.
e.
Examine the regulating valve orifice for damage. If damaged replace the regulator assembly. Refer to
paragraph 3-10. 3. 6.
f.
Depress the bypass button to ensure it operates properly. If damaged, replace the rebreather system.
NOTE
CO2 absorbent will be replaced after each use or every 12 months.
NOTE
If the maintenance tag is missing or outdated, service the absorbent canister.
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