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(4)
Turn off the air supply.
(5)
Disconnect quick connect fitting (2) from male connector (3) in pressure kit (1) air inlet (7).
ah.
Open slide fastener (18) to deflate suit (9).
ai.
From inside suit (9), remove connector nut (14) from test kit adaptor with hoses (5).
aj.
Remove preformed packing (15) from test kit adaptor with hoses (5).
ak.
From outside suit (9), carefully pull test kit adaptor with hoses (5) and preformed packing (16) from suit (9)
opening.
al.
Disconnect test kit adaptor hoses (5) from pressure test kit fittings (19) and (20).
am.
Remove plugs (4) from suit (9). Plugs (4) are removed in the same manner as exhalation valves (11).
an.
If replacement of suit (9) is not required, install exhalation valves (11) in suit (9). Exhalation valves (11) are
installed in the same manner as test kit adaptor with hoses (5).
ao.
Secure the internal hood flap inside suit (9) head area if it was unsnapped.
ap.
If suit (9) must be patched, refer to paragraph 3-6. 3. 1 and patch suit (9).
aq.
Using two wrenches, remove quick connect fitting (2) from the air supply line (6).
ar.
Using a wrench, remove male connector (3) from pressure test kit (1) air inlet (7).
as.
Carefully roll up test kit adaptor (5) hoses and place it, plugs (4), quick connect fitting (2) and male connector (3)
in pressure test kit (1) for storage.
at.
Refer to paragraph 3-11 and store the encapsulating protective suit.
3-6.5
Cleaning.
a.
Hand wipe the encapsulating protective suit with a damp cloth.
b.
Hang the suit up to dry.
3-7.
TETHER LINE MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.
This task covers:
a.
Inspection
b.
Replacement
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