Aqua Lung CSAV NSW User manual

REVISED 09/07
CSAV NSW
COMBAT SWIMMER ASSAULT VEST
TECHNICAL MANUAL

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AWARNING indicates a procedure or situation that,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death
to the user.
A CAUTION indicates any situation or technique that
could cause damage to the product, and could
subsequently result in injury to the user.
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or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any
electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from
Aqua Lung America.
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CSAV TECHNICAL MANUAL
PN 769100 (M/L)
769104 (L)
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Warnings, Cautions and Notes:
Pay special attention to information provided in warnings, cautions, and notes,
that is accompanied by these symbols:
A NOTE is used to emphasize important points, tips, and
reminders.

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CONTENTS
Change Record....................................................................... 4
General Precaution and Warnings....................................... 5
System Overview................................................................... 6
Air Bladder Removal/Installation Procedure ...................... 11
Deation Methods ................................................................. 13
Areas of Adjustment ........................................................ .... 14
Dive Apparatus Conguration.............................................. 16
Mariner Kampack/Mariner Twinpack (back mount)................... 18
Twin Tank Harness (back mount)............................................ 19
MK16 setup (back mount)....................................................... 22
MK25 setup (chest mount)..................................................... 23
Predive Checklist.................................................................. 25
Postdive Checklist................................................................ 26
Annual Maintenance............................................................. 27
Technical Data ...................................................................... 28
CSAV Major Components .................................................... 30
Powerline Inator w/ Dual Valve Exploded View................ 31
Parts List ............................................................................... 32
Spare Parts Kits.................................................................... 33
Warranty Information ........................................................... 35

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Change No. Date Title and/or brief
description
Change made by
1 09/21/07 MK-25 FFM weight
requirements
G. Rubin
CHANGE RECORD

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This product may be supplied with (2) aluminum cylinders. These cylinders
DO have a low magnetic signature. They are NOT non-magnetic.
Before using this vest, you must have successfully received training and certi-
cation in the technique of SCUBA diving from a recognized certication agen-
cy (or any Military or government operated diving school). Use of this equip-
ment by a person who is not certied by a recognized agency shall render all
warranties, express or implied, null and void.
Use of SCUBA equipment by uncertied or untrained persons is danger-
ous and can result in serious injury or death.
In an emergency such as an out of air situation or uncontrolled rapid descent, it
is important to remove and jettison weight immediately.
In the event of an uncontrolled, rapid ascent, it is important to immediately begin
venting air from the CSAV while continuously exhaling. Continue venting air to
slow your ascent rate if neutral buoyancy cannot be reestablished.
Your CSAV is not a lift bag. DO NOT rely on it to bring heavy objects to the
surface. Doing so may permanently damage the vest, and could result in
serious injury or death.
Lubricating of parts is to be performed by a trained technician using approved
lubricants only.
Do not apply any type of aerosol spray to the vest. Doing so may damage certain
plastic components, including important valve connections.
Repair, service, or disassembly is to be performed by a trained technician only.
Unauthorized service will render the warranty null and void.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS

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Your CSAV is comprised of the following components:
Adjustable Harness
- allows for size adjustments to be made for each individual diver.
- evenly distributes the weight of the chosen diving apparatus on
the body.
Outer container and Air Bladder
- 1000D outer bag with MOLLE-style webbing for attaching mission
related gear/pockets.
- 35 lb. lift capacity bladder made of 200D nylon.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW

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SureLock™ weight pouches and sheaths
- can be mounted horizontally / vertically on the side of the
vest, or vertically on the back of the harness.
- positioning depends on type of diving apparatus used.
Apparatus Attachment Straps
- female buckles are attached to the CSAV.
- male buckle strap kits are provided for each of the four (4) diving
apparatuses: MK16, MK25, Mariner Kampack and Twin Tank
Harness.

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SureLock™ Weight Integrated System
SYSTEM LAYOUT
Integrated Non-ditchable weight pockets
The CSAV vest is supplied with four (4) removable SureLock™ weight pouches,
two (2) 10-LB pouches and two (2) 15-LB pouches. This is a positive lock-
ing, mechanical release weight system. Each pocket is capable of holding up
to 10 LB (4.5 kg), or 15 LB (6.8 kg), respectively, of lead weights. Hard cast
weights or soft weights can be used. The sheath portion can be attached to
the CSAV using the built in “MOLLE” style straps. The weight pouches can
then be inserted or removed in the same manner as other weight integrated
diving BCs. When the weight pouch is inserted in the sheath, the diver should
hear and feel the pouch “click” in. This assures the diver that the weight pouch
is rmly and securely attached.
The CSAV is designed with two internal pockets designed for specic place-
ment of two lead weight pouches. These pockets, pictured below, are located
on the rear/inside of the CSAV. Each has a secure Velcro closure. These
are to be used with 4 LB soft weights for MK25 and may be used for other
congurations as well.

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LP Inator Hose
An LP inator hose can be attached to the powerline inator for
open circuit diving; test operation and check for leaks.

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Ination and Buoyancy
Vest
Integrated Powerline Inator with Pull Dump Valve
Air Bladder
Overpressure Relief & Rapid Dump Valve
The CSAV vest can be inated from the pressurized cylinders, power inator
or orally. It is designed for professional use with all types of back or chest-
worn breathing apparatuses.
The distribution of the buoyancy chamber provides excellent safety perfor-
mance, either during buoyant ascent (vertical stability) or at the surface (natural
support position with head and shoulders out of the water).
The jacket can be quickly modied to t different kinds of equipment due to the
quickly adjustable harness and buckles, and the presence of interchangeable
ination systems, either by air cylinder or by power inator.
This dual purpose valve protects the bladder from overpressurization by
opening the overpressure relief automatically when the internal pressure
exceeds ambient. The rapid dump valve can also be opened manually to
facilitate rapid dumping of air.
The air bladder is heavy-duty 200-denier urethane coated nylon. The tested
lift capacity of the CSAV is 35 LB. Its unique low-prole design is achieved
through a system of RF welded ligaments that control the bladder shape dur-
ing ination. It is designed to support the diver in a vertical manner while on
the surface of the water, and offer balance and stability while diving.
The vest is made of a rugged 1000 denier black Cordura. It is designed to
provide the following functions:
• Protect the diving air bladder from rips and tears.
• Provide a method of attachment for the rebreather, weight pouches com-
pressed air ination bottles, and other required equipment using
the MOLLE attachment system.
The included power inator is equipped with a valve that also permits inating the
CSAV orally. The inator assembly is connected to the exhaust valve at the
top of the airway with a heavy duty cable. By pulling down on the inator
assembly, the diver opens the rapid dump valve and is able to easily vent the
CSAV for buoyancy adjustment.