Apeks MTX-R User Manual

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MTX-R 2nd Stage Maintenance Manual
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©2017 Apeks Marine Equipment Ltd.
MTX-R 2nd Stage Regulator Maintenance Manual
(AP2017 Issue 1)
INTRODUCTION
This manual provides factory prescribed procedures for the
correct maintenance and repair of the Apeks MTX-R regulator.
It is not intended to be used as an instructional manual for
untrained personnel. The procedures outlined within this
manual are to be performed only by personnel who have
received factory authorised training through an Apeks Service
& Repair Seminar. If you do not completely understand all
of the procedures outlined in this manual, contact Apeks to
speak directly with a Technical Advisor before proceeding any
further.
SCHEDULED SERVICE
It is recommended that the Apeks MTX-R 2nd Stage
regulator should be examined annually regardless of
usage.
A full service should be performed every two years.
However, If you are at all unsure about the correct
functioning of the Apeks MTX-R 2nd Stage then it must be
ofcially inspected immediately.
All service and inspection details need to be documented
to keep the Limited Lifetime Warranty in effect.
A Second Stage Ofcial Inspection
consists of:
1. Checking the lever height with setting tool.
2. Checking for opening effort that is within the
acceptable range.
3. A pressurised immersion test of the entire unit to
check for air leakage.
4. A visual inspection of the exhaust valve(s) to see
that they are in good condition and that it is seating
against a clean and undamaged surface.
5. Pulling back hose protectors and checking that the
hoses are secure in the hose crimps.
6. A visual inspection of the mouthpiece looking for
tears or holes and checking the general condition.
If a regulator fails steps 1,2 or 3 the entire regulator should
be serviced. If a regulator fails step 4 it will be up to the
technician’s discretion whether or not a full service is
required. Failure of step 5 or 6 requires replacement of the
part.
HOSE INSPECTION & CLEANING
PROCEDURE
Please refer to the
seperate document
labelled “Hose Inspection
& Cleaning Procedure”
for full details of the
maintenance of hoses
which can be found in the
Technical section of the
Apeks website.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS & NOTES
Pay special attention to information provided in warnings,
cautions, and notes that are accompanied by one of these
symbols:
WARNINGS indicate a procedure or situation
that may result in serious injury or death if
instructions are not followed correctly.
CAUTIONS indicate any situation or
technique that will result in potential
damage to the product, or render the
product unsafe if instructions are not
followed correctly.
NOTES are used to emphasise important
points, tips, and reminders.

Apeks MTX-R Specifications

General

Brand	Apeks
Model	MTX-R
Category	Controller
Language	English