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SAFETY ..................................13 DIVING IN COLD WATER ............................13 REGULATOR FIRST STAGES ..........................15 PRISM 2 SERVICE & PARTS REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE .................. 20 PRISM 2 ASSEMBLIES DIAGRAM ......................... 22 PRISM 2 ASSEMBLIES DIAGRAM PARTS LIST ....................23 REBREATHER RECEIVING & FINAL INSPECTION FORM ................... 24 PRISM 2 ANNUAL SERVICE CHECKLIST ......................
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Salt Lake, UT 84116 INTRODUCTION This guide provides procedures for proper repair of the Hollis PRISM 2 Rebreather at the time of this writing. This guide does not replace proper instruction from a Hollis Service Seminar Instructor. Instructions contained within this guide are only to be performed by authorized and trained personnel. Before service, ensure with Hollis that this is the latest and most current revision of this guide.
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! WARNING: This Service Guide is not an instructional manual for operation of the PRISM 2. This guide only provides instructions on repairing the unit. No person should breathe from, or attempt to use in any way, a Hollis Prism 2 rebreather, or any component part thereof, without first completing an appropriate Hollis Certified user-training course.
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Oxygen Service, it cannot subsequently be used with Nitrox breathing gases containing more than 40% oxygen by volume unless it is again prepared for Oxygen Service by a Qualified Hollis Dealer Facility who is certified in and follows Oxygen Service Procedures.
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COLD WATER AND BATTERIES PRISM 2 units are at the time of this writing shipped with (2) 9v alkaline batteries powering the solenoid. In tem- peratures lower than 40°F/4.4°C they must be replaced with 9v lithium batteries for proper function.
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Always pre-breathe (duration of 7 - 10 minutes) the PRISM 2 to start the endothermic reaction that will help to stabilize internal temperatures and check the system for proper operation before entering the water. Once the pre-breath is initiated, continue to breathe the unit until the dive is complete.
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PRISM First Stages are designed specifically to work with the Oxygen Solenoid used by the PRISM 2. DO NOT attempt to make changes to design or tune outside of recommended settings.
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PRIOR TO DISASSEMBLY • Ensure that you have the latest revision of this Service Guide and all Hollis Service Updates. Check the Hollis Technician Web Site or contact Hollis Customer Service to confirm.
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• Again, prior to beginning Disassembly perform the Inspection and Troubleshooting Procedures at the beginning of each of this Guide's sections. • Disassemble the different PRISM 2 components in accordance with the disassembly section provided in this Service Procedure Guide.
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• To ensure that the Parts do not become contaminated, assemble the components immediately after completion of Cleaning and Final Inspection. • Ensure that all Replacement Parts used are those specified in the Service Procedure(s) for use with the PRISM 2. Lubrication •...
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SERVICE GUIDE PRISM 2 SERVICE & PARTS REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE S = SERVICE, R = REPLACE PART AS NEEDED 24 MONTHS 5 YEARS Head to Inhalation Counter lung hose Head to counter lung hose connector O-rings Inhalation Counter lung (old style)
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SERVICE GUIDE PRISM 2 SERVICE & PARTS REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE S = SERVICE, R = REPLACE PART AS NEEDED 24 MONTHS 5 YEARS O2 Gas restrictors Diluent LP Hoses & QD Diluent HP Hose O2 Pressure gauge Diluent Pressure gauge Oxygen Solenoid...
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12. Batteries replaced (Battery Compartment) 13. Battery replaced (Handset) 14. New Oxygen Sensors (delivered to customer, SEALED IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING) 16. Oxygen Solenoid Function Tested 17. All Hollis mandated updates and firmware updates completed 18. Final Inspection Form completed WORK COMPLETED BY: DATE: SUPPORT: TOLL-FREE +1 (877) 598-5796 e-Mail: service@hollisrebreathers.com...
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Verify if it is time to replace schedule “B parts”. 6. To help find potential unit issues, work through the PRISM 2 Operational Checklist (doc. # 12-4097). It is free to download from www.HollisGear.com/support.asp, or it may be found within the PRISM 2 User Manual doc. # 12-4072.
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Breathing Loop c. disconnected LP hose e. PRISM 2 User Guide d. faulty ADV (replace) e. Counterlungs not positioned properly 5. Breathing Loop inflating a. stuck manual addition valve a. Breathing Loop while the electronics are shut off b.
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Battery Compartment b. stuck plunger b. Oxygen Solenoid c. wrong PO₂ setting or needs c. PRISM 2 User Guide calibration d. Wrist Display Computer Dis- play; Routing Board, Electrical d. faulty handset or routing Connectors, & Cables board 2.
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2. Manual Addition Valve does a. tank valve shut off a., b., c. PRISM 2 User Guide not function to inflate Breathing b. supply tank is empty d., e. Breathing Loop Loop c.
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2. Manual Addition Valve does a. tank valve shut off a., b., c. PRISM 2 User Guide not function to inflate Breathing b. supply tank is empty d. Breathing Loop Loop c. disconnected Diluent LP Hose d.
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SERVICE GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING The Breathing Loop (DSV/BOV, Breathing Hoses, Coun- ter Lungs; Scrubber Assembly) of the PRISM 2 is sensi- tive to wear and tear (Fig. 1). It should be thoroughly inspected during any service. The key failure to be looking for is a leak or a worn component that is about to fail.
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ADV/MANUAL DILUENT ADDITION VALVE (52) (FIG. 10). Inspect mating surfaces and the RUBBER GASKET (53) for damage. Follow the PRISM 2 Service and Parts Replacement Schedule (Doc. 12-4092). See chapter "Swivel Style ADV" for service Fig. 10 instructions.
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NOTE: A thorough cleaning should rectify any Fig. 12 binding in the rotation of the OPV (40). At the time of this writing Hollis is using a Si-Tech® valve identical to those commonly used on Dry- suits. If the valve needs further service besides cleaning, refer to service procedures and/or recommendations from Si-Tech®.
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Valves and Service the DSV/BOV (1) as described in the DSV/BOV section of this service guide. 13. Clean and disinfect all components of the Breathing Loop with chemicals currently approved by Hollis before reassembly. REASSEMBLY 1. Place an O-RING (41) on the OVER-PRESSURE VALVE (OPV) (40), as shown (Fig.
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COUNTERLUNGS (30, 44) to the Counter- lung Mounting Yoke. 6. Lightly lubricate all BREATHING HOSE FITTING O-RINGS (15, 20, 24, 29, 37, 51) with Hollis approved lubricant. Then position them inside their respective O- ring grooves.
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Plastic components should be cleaned in Crystal Simple Green®. REASSEMBLY 1. Lubricate O-RINGS (3,4) with Hollis approved lubri- cant and install them into the Stainless Steel Barrel (Fig. Fig. 7 2. Lightly lubricate the internal walls of the BODY (1) with Hollis approved lubricant.
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Valve Holders and properly seated (Fig. 11). 8. Lightly lubricate the HOLDER O-RINGS (10, 18, 20) with Hollis approved lubricant, and install the O-RINGS (10, 18, 20) in the grooves of the INLET HOLDER (17), OUTLET HOLDER (11), and OUTLET ADAPTER (21).
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NOTE: Hollis USA offers replacement inner blad- ders for BCD wings sold with the PRISM 2. If the Bladder is cut, punctured, or damaged, the inner urethane bladder or the complete BCD Wing should be replaced.
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Air supply system, that is not rated for Oxygen Service, it cannot subsequently be used with Nitrox breathing gases containing more than 40% oxygen by volume unless it is again prepared for Oxygen Service by a Qualified Hollis Dealer Facility who is certified in and follows Oxygen Service Procedures.
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Inspect all critical sealing surfaces for scratches or imperfections. ! WARNING: Use only genuine Hollis parts, subas- semblies and components whenever assembling Hollis products. DO NOT substitute any Hol- lis part with a part from another manufacturer, regardless of any similarity in shape, size or appearance.
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Hose into the High Pressure Port via an Fig. 17 adaptor. DANGER: Pressure Relief Valves (18) are required for the PRISM 2 application. DO NOT attempt to place into service first stage regulators without their Pressure Relief Valves (18) installed. FINAL ADJUSTMENT 1.
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LP port to eliminate the need for the swivel fitting. If the PRISM 2 is equipped with the swivel fitting, the O- rings should be replaced annually, as follows. 1. Using a 9/16" open end wrench, remove the LP hose counterclockwise from the swivel assembly (Fig.
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Check to ensure that O-rings are clean and supple, and that every part and component has been thoroughly cleaned and dried. ! WARNING: Use only genuine Hollis parts, subas- semblies, and components whenever assembling Hollis products. DO NOT attempt to substitute another manufacturer’s part for a Hollis part,...
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DO NOT use abrasives, petroleum distillates, silicone based cleaners, erasers, combust able chemicals, or any other harsh cleaners. Hollis recommends the use of DeoxIT Gold® GN5 for cleaning the electrical contacts of the Battery Fig.
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REASSEMBLY DANGER: DO NOT use 9V Alkaline batteries to power the Oxygen Solenoid in cold water. When using the PRISM 2 in water colder than 40°F/4.4°C you must use (2) 9V lithium batteries to power the Oxygen Solenoid. NOTE: If the internal over-pressure plug (2) was still intact upon Battery Housing (1) disassembly, skip step 1.
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1. Sensors are expendable, the diver is not. The sensors from Hollis have a "DO NOT USE AFTER" date printed on the body. They should be removed from service at 12 months of use or 16 months from manufacture, whichever comes first. But regardless of the expect- ed sensor life, they must be taken out of service whenever they fail to operate properly.
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NOTE: The Oxygen Sensors (7) are interchange- able. Though for diagnostic reasons pay atten- Fig. 2 tion and note which sensor (7) corresponds to which readout position on the PRISM 2 HUD/Wrist Displays. READOUT ON 2 WIRE LEAD COLORS HUD/WRIST DISPLAY RED &...
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Hyperoxic Incident for the diver. REASSEMBLY NOTE: Any new sensors (7) must be delivered to the PRISM 2 User sealed in the packaging. The test data sticker inside the box must be adhered to the Hollis Rebreather Receiving and Final Inspection Form (found at the beginning of the PRISM 2 Technician Service Guide).
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SCRUBBER HEAD (1) and locking the 3 latches. RECOMMENDED SENSORS Hollis PRISM 2's require Hollis brand oxygen sensors (Fig. 4). Connector style: Molex MV Range: 8.5 - 14 mV (in air), 40 - 67 mV (in oxygen) Fig.
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ITEMS IF PROPERLY TRAINED, HAVE THE CORRECT TOOLS AND HAVE A PRESSURE CHAMBER OF SUFFICIENT IN SIZE TO TEST THE INTEGRTITY OF THE SEALS FOR THESE AREAS. Improperly servicing the items in this area of the Prism 2 can cause immediate failure of the computer electronic system and automatic oxygen control.
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Valve section of this service guide for instruc- tions. NOTE: If the battery HOUSING (6) is removed during service, the PRISM 2 Scrubber Head As- sembly will need to be Wet Depth Tested to 200 FSW to complete the service. If you do not have the equipment to do this, you must send the Head Assembly back to the factory for service.
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DO NOT use abrasives, petroleum distillates, silicone based cleaners, erasers, combust able chemicals, or any other harsh cleaners. Hollis recommends the use of DeoxIT Gold® GN5 for cleaning the electrical contacts. Fig. 2 6.
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Valve section of this service guide for instruc- tions. NOTE: If the battery HOUSING (6) is removed during service, the PRISM 2 Scrubber Head As- sembly will need to be Wet Depth Tested to 200 FSW to complete the service. If you do not have the equipment to do this, you must send the Head Assembly back to the factory for service.
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DO NOT use abrasives, petroleum distillates, silicone based cleaners, erasers, combust able chemicals, or any other harsh cleaners. Hollis recommends the use of DeoxIT Gold® GN5 for cleaning the electrical contacts. Fig. 9 7.
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REASSEMBLY - o xygen ensor ulkhead 1. Lightly lubricate the O-RINGS (26) with Hollis ap- proved lubricant, and install them into the grooves of the BULKHEAD (25). 2. Press the BULKHEAD (25) into the HEAD ASSEM- BLY (27).
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! CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to remove the cable from the Version 1 or 2 Wrist Display. It is sealed at the factory and is a factory service only item. If the cable needs to be replaced, contact Hollis Customer Service for a Return Authorization (RA) number.
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DO NOT attempt to service for Oxygen use without proper knowledge and training. DANGER: Use ONLY Tribolube 71® or CHRISTO- LUBE® MCG 111 for lubrication and ONLY Hollis Parts to service the Oxygen Solenoid. Fig. 1 DISASSEMBLY - a...
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NOTE: If the Solenoid Compartment is serviced, the PRISM 2 Scrubber Head Assembly will need to be Fig. 11 Wet Depth Tested to 200 FSW (61 MSW) to complete the service. If you do not have the equipment to do this, you must send the Head Assembly back to the factory for service.
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Fig. 23 All Models 1. Lightly lubricate the Internal O-RING (7) with Hollis approved lubricant. 2. Place the Internal O-RING (7) into the groove of the SOLENOID FITTING (12 or 24), as shown (Fig. 25).
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SERVICE GUIDE 12. Lightly lubricate the Solenoid O-RINGS (22, 23) with Hollis approved lubricant, and install the O-RINGS (22, 23) (Fig. 30). NOTE: It is easier to install the inboard O-ring (22) before the receiving end O-ring (23). This allows the O-ring (23) to slide right over the first O-ring (22) groove without seating.
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SERVICE GUIDE 20. Lightly lubricate the Solenoid O-RINGS (8, 9, 10, 11) with Hollis approved lubricant, and install the O-RINGS (8, 9, 10, 11). NOTE: The four O-RINGS (8, 9, 10, 11) are of slightly different sizes. Ensure each O-ring is in the correct groove before proceeding.
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