Overpressure security valve - hypalon models, Operation, Overpressure security valve ‑ hypalon models – Mercury Marine AirDeck 899194001 User Manual

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OPERATION

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f. Starting at one of the air valves, inflate each air chamber

in turn, inflating only a quarter of the way full. Repeat this

procedure to evenly fill the air chambers until the air

chambers are filled to the recommended air pressure of

0.25 bar (3.6 psi).

NOTE: Always be aware of the air pressure in the air chambers.

The air volume inside the air chambers will expand as the internal

air temperature rises; this will cause the air pressure to fluctuate

depending on water temperature and weather conditions. A boat

that is correctly inflated, may experience a drop in air pressure

and require additional air when temperatures decrease; or it may

become over inflated when in direct sunlight or as the

temperatures increase. This will require the air chambers to be

deflated until the recommended air pressure is reached.

2. Fit the sides of the Air Deck® floor under the air chambers.

Align the forward hole over the keel air valve.

3. Unscrew the valve cap from the Air Deck® air chamber valve

by turning a quarter of a turn counterclockwise. Push in on the

valve stem and rotate to the closed position. Attach the air

hose adapter to the air valve. Inflate the Air Deck® floor to the

recommended air pressure of 0.69 bar (10 psi).

4. After inflating the Air Deck® floor, unscrew the valve cap from

the keel air chamber valve by turning a quarter of a turn

counterclockwise. Push in on the valve stem and rotate to the

closed position. Attach the air hose adapter to the air valve.

Inflate the keel to the recommended air pressure of

0.25 bar (3.6 psi).

5. After inflation, install the valve caps tight (turn clockwise).

Overpressure Security Valve ‑ Hypalon Models

NOTE: This feature is Included on Hypalon fabric models.

If the air pressure exceeds the maximum limit, the red cap will

loosen or pop off the overpressure valve. Air will escape until the

air pressure returns to the recommended limit. Replace the red cap

on the overpressure valve.

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