Sherwood Scuba Diving Equipment SRB3600 User Manual

®
REGULATORS  
®
(SRB3600)  
Assembly & Maintenance Guide  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Page  
1.0  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
2.0  
2.1  
2.2  
2.3  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
General Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
First Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Second Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
3.0  
O-rings Reference Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
4.0  
4.1  
4.2  
Special Feature of the Maximus SRB3600 . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
First Stage Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Second Stage Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
5.0  
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
5.4  
First Stage Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Tools Required for First Stage Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5  
Disassembly of First Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Assembly of First Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Testing of First Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
6.0  
6.1  
6.2  
6.3  
6.4  
6.5  
Secoond Stage Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Tools Required for Second Stage Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Disassembly of Second Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Assembly of Second Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Set-Up of Second Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Testing of Second Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
7.0  
7.1  
7.2  
7.3  
7.4  
Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Troubleshooting Regulators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Parts Cleaning Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Commonly Used Cleaning Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Handling Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
8.0  
8.1  
8.2  
Two Year Warranty and Maintenance Information . . . . . . .24  
Proper Procedure for Warranty Paperwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
BEFORE YOU BEGIN.....  
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE YOU BEGIN SERVICING THE  
REGULATOR.  
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE INTENDED FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN  
AUTHORIZED BY SHERWOOD TO REPAIR SHERWOOD SCUBA EQUIPMENT. IF YOU  
ARE NOT SO AUTHORIZED - STOP.  
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1.0 INTRODUCTION  
1.  
This manual is written as a guide to the annual servicing and maintenance of the Sherwood  
Maximus SRB3600 regulator.  
2.  
This manual gives breakdowns of regulator parts, equipment specifications, servicing  
instructions, troubleshooting recommendations, and guidelines for proper care of these  
regulators. The manual is intended for use only by persons specially trained and authorized to  
service Sherwood Scuba equipment.  
3.  
Anyone attempting to service or repair Sherwood Scuba regulators must have a thorough  
knowledge of the principles of operation of scuba regulators and valves, as well as the  
appropriate mechanical ability. The technician must be properly trained in the safe use of  
compressed air and the various tools and cleaning solutions involved in the procedures  
outlined in this manual.  
4.  
5.  
The best source for current part numbers for any of the parts listed in this manual is your  
authorized Sherwood Scuba distributor.  
Because of the many unique features found in Sherwood regulators, Sherwood conducts  
seminars on a regular basis throughout North America to train technicians in proper service and  
repair procedures for all current Sherwood regulators. In addition, all Sherwood dealers and  
their staff members are encouraged to attend the seminars to gain an in-depth understanding  
of the construction, special features and operation of Sherwood regulators. For information on  
the dates and locations of upcoming Sherwood service seminars near you, contact your  
Sherwood Scuba distributor or sales representative.  
NOTE: You must be authorized by Sherwood to work on Sherwood Scuba equipment. You can obtain  
proper authorization by attending all appropriate seminars given in your area. This is the only way you can  
become an authorized Sherwood technician.  
6.  
7.  
Companion instructional VHS videotapes to this and other Sherwood Scuba repair manuals are  
available from your authorized Sherwood Scuba distributor at a nominal cost. Ask your  
Sherwood Scuba sales representative for details.  
If you have any questions, or need more information, contact your Sherwood Scuba sales  
representative or Authorized Distributor.  
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2.0 SPECIFICATIONS  
2.1  
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SRB3600 MAXIMUS REGULATOR  
REGULATOR MODEL:  
AIR FLOW:  
INHALATION RESISTANCE:  
EXHALATION RESISTANCE:  
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT:  
Sherwood SRB3600 Maximus  
32 cu. ft./min. (850 liters)/min. @ 1 atmosphere  
1.1" w.c. (2.8 cm w.c.) @ 1 atmosphere  
0.5" w.c. (1.3 cm w.c.) max. @ 1 atm.  
LTI Christo-Lube® MCG#111, Dow Corning #111  
Compound®, Parker Super O-Lube®, or equivalent  
2.2.  
First Stage Regulator (SRB3601)  
TYPE:  
Externally adjustable, flow-by piston with Moving  
orifice balancing, and Positive Air Purge (Dry Air Bleed),  
U.S. Pat. # 4,226,257  
WEIGHT:  
1 lb. 11 oz. (.8kg)  
INTERSTAGE PRESSURE:  
MAXIMUM INLET PRESSURE:  
POSITIVE AIR PURGE  
FLOW RATE:  
120 -150 psi (8.3-10 Bar)  
232 Bar for SRB3600CE Model  
13-25 cc/minute  
# LOW PRESSURE PORTS:  
# HIGH PRESSURE PORTS:  
MATERIALS:  
5 (3/8"-24 UNF)  
1 (7/16"-20 UNF)  
Body CDA-360 Brass  
O-rings Buna-N  
Bleed Valve Ethylene Propylene  
Piston Seat Teflon®  
2.3. Second Stage Regulator (SRB3602):  
TYPE:  
Downstream poppet, diaphragm, externally –  
adjustable, with underarm hose routing  
8 oz. (.23 kg) w/o hose  
WEIGHT:  
HOSE LENGTH:  
MATERIALS :  
40 in. (1.02 m)  
Cover Thermoplastic Triax®  
Case Thermoplastic Triax®  
Poppet Seat Buna-N  
O-Rings Buna-N  
Diaphragm Tufel® (blue)  
Exhaust Valve Thermoplastic Elastomer  
Wisdom® Mouthpiece - C-Flex®  
Maximum certified depth is 50m.  
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3.0 O-RINGS REFERENCE CHART  
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4.0 SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE MAXIMUS SRB3600  
REGULATOR  
4.1  
FIRST STAGE FEATURES  
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The external adjustability of the first stage allows you to adjust the regulator output to match  
the type of diving being done. Relatively low outlet pressure (120 psi, 8.3 Bar) helps the  
regulator resist freezing in cold water diving. Medium outlet pressure (130 psi, 9 Bar), combines  
good breathing effort and durability. Relatively high outlet pressure (150 psi, 10 Bar), maximizes  
flow rate for high work effort dives.  
4.1  
SECOND STAGE FEATURES  
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The Maximus regulator's unique underarm hose routing protects the hose from snagging on  
obstructions during close quarters diving (coral, caves, wrecks, piers, etc.). This routing also  
allows for better head movement, thus lowering jaw fatigue caused by the hose pushing or  
pulling the second stage. A longer hose and unique swivels make the regulator ideal in air-  
sharing exercises.  
2.  
3.  
The large high flow Wisdom® mouthpiece and the oval exhaust valve provide comfort and lower  
breathing resistance.  
The externally adjustable demand valve in the second stage allows the diver to custom-tailor  
the regulator to the diving conditions and interstage pressure. The knob can be backed off for  
extended storage periods of longer than three months, eliminating the need for purge button  
lock down tabs.  
4.  
To help prevent rapid pressure buildup in the first stage, the Maximus allows you to leave the  
knob in the backed off (counter-clockwise) position when the air is first turned on, and then  
close the knob (clockwise) until the airflow just stops. This is especially important when high  
(3500 psi, 241 Bar) tank pressures are used because it helps prevent rapid heat buildup at the  
piston seat.  
5.  
6.  
The smooth hydrodynamic shape of the second stage is less resistant to forward motion  
through water, thus lowering jaw fatigue. The shape is also designed to resist free-flowing  
caused by rapid initial immersion or forward motion.  
With lower interstage hose pressure (120 psi, 8.3 Bar), the heat transfer fins become warmer  
during exhalation, and transfer heat to the lever support area (thus aiding in freeze resistance).  
At high interstage hose pressures (135-150 psi, 9.3-10 Bar), the transfer fins become much  
colder, causing condensation and moisture retention for the diver.  
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN:  
Before you begin disassembly of the regulator, test the first and second stages for output  
pressures and leakage. Pretesting in this way will help you to pinpoint any specific areas  
requiring repair. Make sure your work area is clean and well lighted, with clean compressed air  
available to blow sand and dirt from parts.  
5.0 FIRST STAGE PROCEDURES  
5.1  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR FIRST STAGE SERVICING  
- Bench vise  
- 3/32" Allen wrench  
- 5/32" Allen wrench  
- 6" or 8" adjustable wrenches  
- 15" adjustable wrench  
- Pocket screwdriver (slotted)  
- Sherwood 50 cc Graduated Cylinder (p/n TL110)  
- Sherwood Piston Seat Removal Tool (p/n TL112)  
- Sherwood Plastic Probe (p/n TL111) to push out orifice  
- Sherwood Regulator Support Handle (p/n TL113)  
- Sherwood Intermediate Pressure Gauge (p/n TL119)  
- Sherwood Inlet Filter Installation Tool (p/n TL115)  
- Sherwood O-ring Installation Cones:  
Brass-colored - p/n TL106 (for installing O-ring onto piston tip)  
Green-colored - p/n 38-TL107 (for installing first O-ring onto moving orifice)  
Black-colored - p/n 29-TL108 (for installing second O-ring onto moving orifice)  
- Annual Service Kit # 4000-4  
- Enriched Air Conversion Kit #4000-4N  
NOTE: for more information on Sherwood tools and their uses, see Sherwood's Tools, Repair Kits and  
Accessories - Assembly & Maintenance Guide, available from your authorized Sherwood distributor.  
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5.2  
DISASSEMBLY Of FIRST STAGE  
To view all the parts used in the first stage, fold out the front cover of this manual. The  
circled numbers below refer to the corresponding numbers on the drawing.  
1.  
Use 6" or 8" adjustable wrenches to disconnect all hoses from the first stage. Pull back the  
hose protector from the inlet end of the hose. Inspect the hoses for wear. Pay particular  
attention to the area where the metal ferrules meet the rubber hose material. Replace hoses if  
necessary.  
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2.  
3.  
4.  
Unscrew and remove the handwheel  
Remove the dust cap  
.
.
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Install a Sherwood regulator support handle (p/n 4700-15) into one of the low-pressure ports.  
Use the support handle and a 15" adjustable wrench or bench vise to loosen the yoke nut  
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from the body  
. See Photo # 1.  
Photo #1  
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5.  
Remove the yoke 10 and yoke nut  
from the body.  
NOTE: If a Sherwood DIN adapter (p/n SAA530O) is installed in place of the normal yoke assembly, remove it  
at this time. See Sherwood Scuba Technical Bulletin #104 for servicing procedures for the SAAS300 DIN adapter.  
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6.  
7.  
Use a 5/32" Allen wrench to remove all remaining port plugs  
from the main body  
.
Use a 3/32" Allen wrench to remove the locking Allen screw  
(see Photo #2).  
from the main body  
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Photo #2  
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8.  
Use a regulator support handle and a 15" adjustable wrench or bench vise to remove the cap  
and pressure adjusting ring as a unit from the main body. Keep the wrench on the  
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adjusting ring flats, not on the cap flats, for this operation. This will ensure that the two units do  
not separate (see Photo # 3).  
Photo #3  
9.  
Use a 15" adjustable wrench and a bench vise to separate the cap from the adjusting ring (see  
Photo # 4).  
Photo #4  
10.  
11.  
Remove the piston  
and spring  
from the cap.  
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Remove the piston O-rings and discard them. Take care not to scratch the O-ring grooves in the  
piston. Remove the piston seat by pushing through the stem with the Sherwood piston seat  
removal tool (p/n TL112) from the large end. The seat will then pop out. Discard the old seat.  
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12.  
If any grease or oil gets on the flow control element assembly in the face of the piston,  
the air flow will be impeded.  
a. Keep greasy fingertips away from the piston during servicing.  
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b. Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe the piston surface if it needs cleaning.  
c. Do not put the piston in a cleaning solution or ultrasonic cleaner. If there is any oil on  
the surface, it will coat the piston.  
d. A coating of grease or oil will interfere with the air flow through the flow control element in the  
face of the piston (see Photo #5). It may also cause the Dry Air Bleed System to cease  
working. Although this is not dangerous to the diver, it may increase the difficulty of breathing  
through the regulator upon descent.  
e. If no air is bubbling from the one-way bleed valve, this is a good indication that the positive air  
purge system is not working.  
Photo #5  
13.  
14.  
Place a new piston seat on a clean piece of paper, on a hard, flat surface. Press the piston tip  
firmly over the seat until it is fully installed. The piston is now rebuilt, and ready for installation.  
Use a pocket screwdriver to remove the star washer  
that holds the filter  
in place. Most  
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units used a star washer (a flat disc washer with six outward facing legs). Units made after 1997  
use a wire-retaining ring with a forward hook. The only first stage bodies that can use this re-  
useable ring, have a groove machined into the area above the filter for the ring to fit snugly into.  
Always discard the used filter and old style star washers, newer style retaining rings are saved  
for reuse.  
15.  
Remove the moving orifice  
from the body by pushing it with a soft plastic probe from the  
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large threaded end of the body. Catch the orifice assembly in your hand as it comes out the  
yoke nut thread end of the body (see Photo # 6). Carefully inspect the disc springs  
cracks. Replace all five disc springs if any cracks are found.  
for any  
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Photo #6  
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16.  
Remove the one-way bleed valve 13 from the body using your fingers or a soft plastic probe.  
DO NOT use a metal screwdriver or blade since this will scratch the sealing surface against  
which the bleed valve seals. This scratch may allow water to enter the first stage spring  
chamber during use.  
The sealing surface on the body where the one-way valve seals must be totally clean of deposits.  
If any deposits remain on the sealing surface after initial cleaning, take a fine abrasive polishing  
stick and polish the surface to remove deposits (see Photo #7).  
17.  
Blow all residue from the body after polishing.  
Photo #7  
18.  
19.  
Remove the large O-ring  
from the body and the large O-ring  
from the pressure adjusting ring.  
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Inspect all O-rings (other than those discarded because they were found in the Maximus annual  
service kit # 4000-4). If you notice any cuts, deformities, or abrasion, replace the damaged 0-  
rings. Otherwise, these static O-rings can be reused in the first stage. Most of the O-rings not  
found in the service kit are non-moving gaskets with little or no pressure across them. The  
clean environment created by the Positive Air Purge System (Dry Air Bleed) makes this re-use  
possible. Clean the O-rings carefully with a lint free rag, and re-lubricate lightly with LTI Christo-  
Lube® MCG #111, Dow-Corning 111® Silicone grease, Parker O-ring Lube®, or equivalent.  
20.  
If necessary, clean all metal parts of the first stage except the piston in an ultrasonic cleaner  
or cleaning solution.  
Remove the O-rings before cleaning any metal parts; most cleaning solutions can  
damage the O-ring material. See Section 7.3 for recommendations on cleaning solutions.  
21.  
22.  
Remove the regulator parts from the cleaning solution. Blow all internal passageways dry with  
clean, dry compressed air.  
The piston O-rings and the moving orifice O-rings move in bores. Inspect these bores for  
corrosion or wear. If the bores are leaking air because of wear, replace the parts. If some  
corrosion deposits persist, carefully wipe them away with a plastic scrubbing cloth. Blow any  
resulting dust out of the regulator parts.  
23.  
Inspect the moving orifice's sealing surface (located at the top edge of the orifice cone). Any  
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nicks, scratches, or corrosion at the top of the cone can allow air to pass, which could result in  
creeping hose pressures. Polish out the defects using a fine abrasive polishing stick. When  
polishing, apply a light pressure to prevent excessive wear on the cone. You do not need to polish  
the rough outer edge of the cone; this is not a sealing surface. Use compressed air to blow away  
any dust created by the polishing process.  
5.3  
ASSEMBLY OF FIRST STAGE  
1
Kit # 4000-4 is the Annual Service Kit for the SRB3600 Maximus. This kit contains the minimum  
parts to be replaced at every annual service interval.  
2.  
Before installing new O-rings on the piston and moving orifice, lubricate the O-rings with one of  
the recommended lubricants (see Section 7.3). Installing the small O-ring  
on the piston will  
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be easier if you use the brass-colored Sherwood O-ring installation cone (p/n TL106). Place the  
cone over the tip of the piston. Slide the lubricated O-ring over the cone until it slips into the  
piston groove.  
3.  
4.  
Place the new piston seat  
tip firmly over the seat until it is fully installed. The piston is now rebuilt and ready for installation.  
on a clean piece of paper on a hard flat surface. Press the piston  
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Use the Sherwood installation cones to prevent damage to the new O-rings during installation  
onto the moving orifice. Use the black O-ring installation cone (p/n 29-TL108) to install first the  
new O-ring  
and then the used backup washer 6 onto the wider groove on the moving  
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orifice. Position them so that the black O-ring is closest to the wide end of the moving orifice.  
Use the green O-ring installation cone (p/n 38-TL107) to install the O-ring into the groove  
closest to the pointed tip of the orifice.  
5.  
6.  
Using a greased soft probe, lightly lubricate the first 1/8" of the small bore in the body  
where the small piston and moving orifice O-rings seal.  
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With your finger, push the moving orifice assembly, pointed orifice end first, into the yoke end  
of the main body as far as possible. Place the inlet filter into the main body on top of  
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the moving orifice. Place the new star washer  
from the service kiton top of the filter screen.  
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NOTE: Replace domed screen P/N 3601-16 with filter P/N 1390-7. Some first stage bodies have a groove  
machined in the inlet for a filter retaining ring P/N J2790056B. For first stage bodies without the groove use  
a star washer P/N 3504-6  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Replace the lightly lubricated O-ring  
onto the pressure adjusting ring  
. Lightly lubricate the  
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piston bore in the pressure adjusting ring on the surface where the large piston O-ring will seal.  
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Place the main spring  
over the piston stem. Insert the main spring and piston (with its clean,  
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lubricated new O-rings and seat) into the pressure adjusting ring.  
Screw the cap  
onto the pressure adjusting ring. Use a 15" adjustable wrench and bench  
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vise to snugly tighten the cap to the pressure adjusting ring (see Photo # 4). Do not  
overtighten.  
10.  
Replace the lightly lubricated O-ring  
onto the main body. Be sure to place the O-ring into  
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the groove right next to the threads, not in the groove away from contact with the threads.  
Lightly lubricate the bore in the pressure adjusting ring where the body O-ring 18 will seal. With  
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a greased soft probe, lightly lubricate the first 1/8" of the small bore in the main body where  
the small piston O-ring will seal.  
11.  
12.  
Install the pressure adjusting ring/cap assembly onto the body. Hand-tighten the assembly onto  
the body until it bottoms on the thread.  
Lubricate the locking Allen screw 14 with silicone grease, and place a small dab of grease onto  
the hole in the main body where the Allen screw is inserted. Using a 3/32" Allen wrench, screw  
the locking Allen screw into the main body until it lightly bottoms on the thread. Do not tighten  
further.  
13.  
Using your index finger, install the clean and dry one-way bleed valve 13 into the body  
. No  
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particular orientation is necessary.  
NOTE: If you use the bleed valve with the Sherwood logo molded into it P/N 3106-6 you will notice a "dot"  
molded near the right side of the logo. Install the bleed valve with the "dot" oriented closest to the inlet of  
the regulator (towards the yoke).  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
Lightly lubricate the body yoke nut  
the yoke nut onto the body.  
threads with silicone grease and install the yoke  
and  
10  
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Using the regulator support handle (p/n 4700-15) in one of the LP pressure ports of the body  
and a 15" adjustable wrench, tighten the yoke nut snugly (see Photo # 1).  
Lightly lubricate the threads of the handwheel  
with silicone grease and install the handwheel  
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and dust cap  
onto the yoke  
.
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10  
If the first stage has a SYA-5300 or SYA5200 DIN adapter instead of a standard yoke, see the  
installation instructions given in Sherwood Technical Bulletin 104 for overhaul and installation  
instructions of the DIN adapter.  
5.4  
TESTING Of FIRST STAGE  
NOTE: For safety, always test the first stage regulator with at least one second stage installed. The demand  
valve in the second stage acts as a relief valve in the event of a malfunction.  
5.4.1 Before You Begin Testing  
1
Install an intermediate pressure test gauge (p/n TL119) into one of the low pressure ports of the  
first stage. Plug any open outlet ports with suitable port plugs.  
2.  
Install the first stage onto a tank valve, and introduce 2700 - 3500 psig to the inlet of the  
regulator. Flow air through the regulator by pushing the purge button on the second stage  
several times to get all parts properly seated.  
5.4.2 Dry Air Bleed flow Test  
1 .  
Submerge the first stage under several inches of water.  
2.  
A small stream of bubbles should be escaping from the one-way bleed valve on the first stage and  
nowhere else on the body. The number and size of the bubbles may vary from regulator to regulator,  
but the volume of air should be 13 - 25 cc per minute. To check this, use the following steps:  
a. Invert a small (25 cc capacity) graduated cylinder filled with water over the underwater flow of  
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bubbles. The air entering the cylinder will gradually empty some of the water out of the cylinder.  
b. After exactly one minute, remove the graduated cylinder from the air flow and raise the  
cylinder to the surface so that the air/water dividing line inside the cylinder matches the water  
level outside the cylinder. The measurement at this point should be between 13 and 25 cc.  
c.  
If the reading is significantly higher than 25 cc, check the O-rings and sealing surfaces  
mated to the piston. If the reading is below 13 cc, check the flow control element in the  
piston  
to determine if it has been clogged by grease or other foreign matter. If it is  
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clogged, the piston must be replaced.  
5.4.3 Intermediate Pressure Test  
NOTE: This test determmines the regulator’s lock-up pressure (the pressure put out by the first stage during  
a no-flow condition).  
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Attach any Sherwood second stage to one of the low pressure ports and the Sherwood  
intermediate pressure gauge (TL119) to another low pressure port. Plug all other ports with  
appropriate port plugs.  
2.  
3.  
Attach the regulator to a tank valve giving a source pressure of between 2700 and 3500 psig  
(186 and 240 Bar).  
Turn the supply air on slowly while listening for any unusual air leaks. If any are heard, turn the  
air off immediately and determine the source of the leak. If no leaks are found, watch the  
pressure gauge reading rise as you continue turning the air on slowly. It should stop at about  
120 psig (8.3 Bar) when the pressure adjusting ring  
is screwed all the way in.  
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4.  
5.  
6.  
If the pressure gauge continues to rise above 140 psig (9.7 Bar), turn the air supply off  
immediately and inspect the regulator to determine the cause.  
Once the air pressure stops rising, the internal parts should be worked into place by allowing  
air to escape from the second stage several times by pushing the purge button.  
To raise the pressure to the desired final setting, slowly turn the pressure adjusting ring in a  
counter-clockwise direction (as seen when looking down at the cap end of the regulator) in 1/8-  
turn stages. At the end of each 1/8-turn, push the purge button several times to let the internal  
parts work into place to give a true reading.  
7.  
If the pressure goes above the correct reading, turn the pressure adjusting ring clockwise in 1/8  
turn increments. Between each 1/8 turn, the purge button of the second stage must be  
depressed to allow the pressure to drop.  
8.  
9.  
After the correct pressure has been reached, let the regulator sit for several minutes and then  
depress the Purge Button again to check that the regulator returns to the proper pressure.  
Once the proper pressure has been set, use the 3/32" Allen wrench to tighten the locking Allen  
screw  
. Tighten the screw clockwise only enough to stop the pressure adjusting ring from  
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being moved by hand. Do not overtighten. Check the intermediate pressure one more time  
after you have tightened the Allen screw.  
10.  
Never set the output pressure of the first stage above 150 psig (10.3 Bar).  
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6.0 SECOND STAGE PROCEDURES  
6.1  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR SECOND STAGE SERVING  
- 5/32" nut driver (if you don't have a 5/32" nut driver, use a 5/16 - 18 x 2" socket set screw)  
- 5/8" wrench  
- 3/4" wrench  
- 1/4" nut driver  
- Slotted screwdriver  
- Size "0" square drive screwdriver (such as a Channel Lock SL-0)  
- # 10 Tom screwdriver  
- Phillips screwdriver  
- Side cutting pliers  
- Sherwood Lever Height Adjusting Tool (p/n 4005-16)  
- Red Loctite® (stud locking adhesive)  
6.2  
DISASSEMBLY Of SECOND STAGE  
To view the complete parts list of the second stage, fold out the back cover of this manual.  
1
Remove the mouthpiece  
by cutting the mouthpiece tie  
with side cutting pliers. Examine  
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the condition of the mouthpiece. Pay particular attention to the area on top just behind where  
the old tie tightened. This is a prime area for small holes to develop. If the mouthpiece is in  
good condition, it can be reused.  
2.  
Remove the two cover retaining screws  
Phillips screwdriver.  
using a size "0" square drive screwdriver or a  
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NOTE: Always remove these screws before peeling the cover off the case. If you peel the cover off the case  
without removing these screws, eventually the screw holes in the cover will elongate and no longer hold  
the screws. This is not covered under warranty!  
3.  
4.  
Roll the cover  
off the top of the case  
using your thumb and forefinger.  
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At this point the Sherwood logo on the purge button  
color. See the parts list on the foldout back cover for available colors. If you are going to  
can be changed to a different  
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change the color, follow the next five steps. Otherwise, go on to Item 5 in this section.  
a. Look at the tab inside the cover that holds the logo in place.  
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b.  
c.  
If the tab has a metal grip ring holding the logo into the cover, grasp the ring with pliers so  
that squeezing the pliers causes the jaws of the grip ring to open. Pull the grip ring off, and  
then remove the logo by pulling it from the outside of the case.  
If the logo has a plastic barb built into it, instead of the grip ring, then it is the newer style.  
Simply pull the logo from the outside of the cover until it pops out.  
d. To install the new logo with a grip ring: flatten the old grip ring with pliers until it has its original  
shape. Then install the logo from the outside of the cover. Slide the straightened grip ring  
down the stem of the replacement logo until it bottoms. Check the grip ring for tightness.  
e.  
5.  
To install the new logo with a self-holding barb: push the new logo into the case from the  
outside until the barb is fully engaged inside the cover.  
Using your thumbnail or a slotted screwdriver, gently pry the diaphragm retaining ring  
the case (see Photo #8).  
out of  
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6.  
7.  
Gently remove the diaphragm  
from the case.  
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Using a size "0" square drive screwdriver or a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen and remove the  
screw 2 and washer from the orifice adjusting knob 4 .  
3
8.  
Remove the adjusting knob from the end of the adjusting orifice.  
Using a small slotted screwdriver, remove the cir-clip from the adjusting orifice.  
9.  
5
10.  
Holding the base of the orifice housing with a 3/4" wrench, use a 5/8" wrench to remove the  
retainer nut from the orifice housing  
.
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6
11.  
12.  
13.  
Remove the swivel fitting  
scratches.  
from the orifice housing. Inspect the inner sealing surfaces for  
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While holding the plastic case  
housing from the lever support  
in your hand, use a 3/4" wrench to remove the orifice  
. The case is reinforced to withstand this operation.  
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Before removing the lever support 26 and assembly from the case, look into the mouthpiece  
tube from the outside. There are two plastic tabs in the mouthpiece tube against which the fins  
rest. The fins should rest on the side of the tabs towards the orifice housing (on the right side  
as you look into the mouthpiece tube from the outside). Remember this placement when you  
reassemble the regulator!  
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31 still  
14.  
15.  
Remove the lever support 26 and assembly from the case with the heat transfer  
attached. There is no reason to remove these fins from the lever support during a normal  
service interval. If you do have to remove the fins, use a 5/32" socket wrench to remove and  
replace the screws  
.
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Normally, only the poppet stem seat insert  
will need to be changed to restore the second  
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stage to like-new performance. To change this stem seat insert, leave the lever assembly together.  
a. Carefully remove the old seat insert from the poppet cavity using a pen knife or similar object.  
b. Put the new seat insert on a clean flat surface and lower the poppet cavity over it. Install the  
black molded seat (p/n 978-9BN) with the identifying Sherwood symbol facing outward.  
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16.  
17.  
If you need to replace certain parts of the lever assembly (stem, spring, lever, etc.), you can do  
this by temporarily screwing the orifice housing 13 with the orifice back onto the lever  
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support and assembly (without the plastic case). With these parts screwed together, the locking  
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nut  
can be removed without all of the components springing apart. Remove the old part,  
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install the new part, and re-tighten the locking nut  
.
Hold the orifice housing  
in one hand. Temporarily install the adjusting knob 29 and use it to  
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turn the orifice clockwise until it comes out of the orifice housing. Remove and discard the  
O-rings on the orifice 8 and the orifice housing  
.
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11  
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18.  
19.  
20.  
Grasp the oval exhaust valve 16 with your fingers and pull first one and then the other locking  
nipple out of the case.  
Rinse all plastic and silicone parts in clean fresh water, and then blow the parts dry with  
compressed air.  
Inspect the case  
for any cracks. Look particularly closely at the area where the orifice  
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housing and the lever support clamp down. Replace the case if you find any cracks. Squeeze  
marks and lines caused by compression of the case between the lever support and  
orifice housing are not a reason for changing the case.  
21.  
22.  
Inspect the exhaust valve and the diaphragm for any tears or pin holes by stretching them  
gently as you hold them up to a light. If you are repeatedly tearing diaphragms while  
inspecting, you are applying too much force.  
Inspect the orifice 10 for any nicks, scratches, or corrosion. Polish out any corrosion or minor  
scratches using a fine-grit rubberized polishing stick or a clean new pencil eraser. Remember  
not to apply too much pressure when rotating the polishing stick. Check frequently to see when  
the corrosion or scratch is gone and stop at that point. Blow all dust and debris out of the  
orifice housing using clean compressed air.  
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Inspect all O-ring grooves in the metal parts of the second stage. Clean all O-ring grooves with  
a lint-free cloth.  
NOTE: Prior to this point, you should have cleaned and inspected all parts, following proper service  
procedures. Do not continue until this has been done.  
6.3  
ASSEMBLY OF SECOND STAGE  
1
Install the exhaust valve 16 into the case by inserting the two nipples into the small holes from  
the outside of the case. Reach inside the case and pull each nipple firmly with the fingers until  
you hear or feel it "click" into place. Inspect the exhaust valve to see that it is properly seated.  
2.  
3.  
Install the lever support  
in the case.  
and assembly into the case, setting it firmly between the guide ribs  
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Lubricate and install new O-rings  
the orifice back into the orifice housing  
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turn the orifice counter-clockwise until it stops.  
from the annual service kit onto the orifice  
10  
using your fingertip. Use the ad usting knob  
Install  
8
9
to  
4
4.  
Apply a drop of mild thread locker (such as Locktite 242® or equivalent) to the threads of the  
lever support  
.
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5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Screw the orifice housing  
onto the threads of the lever assembly. Use a 3/4" wrench on the  
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orifice housing to tighten them together snugly (70 in. lbs, 7.8 nm).  
Lubricate and install new O-rings  
Note that the larger of the two O-rings goes on the end of the housing closest to the case  
from the annual service kit onto the orifice housing  
.
13  
.
11 12  
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Lightly lubricate the inner bore of the swivel fitting with a recommended grease. Install the  
swivel fitting onto the orifice housing.  
While holding the orifice housing with a 3/4" wrench, use a 5/8" wrench to install the retainer  
nut onto the orifice housing thread. Tighten the retainer, nut snugly (70 in lbs, 7.8 nm).  
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9.  
Install the cir-clip  
onto the orifice  
.
5
10  
4
10.  
11.  
Install the adjusting knob  
onto the orifice  
.
10  
Install the washer onto the screw  
. Place a small drop of locking adhesive onto the  
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2
threads of the screw, and install it snugly into the orifice using a size "0" square drive  
screwdriver or a Phillips screwdriver.  
12.  
Install the cap  
back onto the adjuster knob.  
8
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NOTE: Do not allow lubrication (grease on finger, silicone overspray, etc.) to get on the case , the  
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diaphragm , or the retaining ring  
. This may cause these parts to slip or deteriorate.  
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THE FOLLOWING STEPS (13 -18) MUST BE PERFORMED AFTER THE REGULATOR SECOND  
STAGE IS SET Up.  
(See Section 6.5, Set-Up of Second Stage).  
13.  
14.  
Install the diaphragm 18 into the case 17 so that it sits evenly on the ledge.  
Inspect the diaphragm retaining ring . You will see a long tab and a short tab on the ring.  
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The short tab lines up with the short notch in the case when the ring is installed.  
a. If the diaphragm is blue, the retaining ring must also be blue to give the proper fit.  
b. If you are replacing a white or black diaphragm with a new blue diaphragm, the black retaining  
rings will not fit properly. You must use a blue retaining ring! These rings are available from  
your Sherwood Scuba distributor at no cost. You should always have several on hand.  
15.  
16.  
Install the proper diaphragm retaining ring into the case so that it holds the diaphragm in place.  
Install the cover  
onto the case by first hooking the bottom section over the exhaust valve  
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area, and then working the rest of the up and over the front section. Work the cover around  
with your hands until everything is in place.  
17.  
Using a size "0" square drive screwdriver or a Phillips screwdriver, install the cover retaining  
screws  
through the screw holes in the cover and into the holes in the case. Do not  
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overtighten! These screws are threading into plastic, which will hold well in service but is easily  
stripped if the screws are overtightened.  
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Install the mouthpiece  
and the new mouthpiece tie  
from the service kit.  
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6.4 SET-UP OF SECOND STAGE  
For the following adjustments, remove the exhaust tee, cover, and diaphragm.  
1
Turn the adjusting knob 4 out counter-clockwise all the way, and then in clockwise 1/8 turn.  
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is  
2.  
Use a 1/4" nut driver to turn the locking nut 29 counter-clockwise outward, until the lever  
just loose enough so that the tip of the lever moves loosely up and down about 1/16".  
3.  
Attach the second stage to its accompanying overhauled and properly adjusted first stage, and  
mount on an air tank filled to between 2700 and 3500 psig (186 and 240 Bar). Install an  
intermediate pressure gauge into one of the low pressure ports.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
With the air off, use a 1/4" nut driver to adjust the nut  
so that the lever  
is just barely  
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29  
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snugged against the lever support  
.
Fully depress the lever with your thumb. Slowly turn on the tank valve until you hear a  
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slight hissing from the second stage lever area.  
Release the lever. The air pressure will build up in the hose. When the intermediate pressure  
gauge reads full and proper intermediate pressure, you should hear no hissing, and the lever  
should not be loose against the lever support.  
a.. If the lever is loose against the lever support, depress the lever and turn the adjusting nut  
clockwise in 1/8 turn increments, releasing the lever between turns to check for snugness  
and leaks.  
b. If the lever is snug against the lever support but air is hissing, depress the lever and turn the  
adjusting nut counter-clockwise in 1/8 turn increments, releasing the lever between turns to  
check for snugness and leaks.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
When you find the point where the lever is snug against the lever support with no hissing, turn  
the air on fully and depress the lever several times to work the parts in. The regulator should  
not hiss after this working-in. If it does hiss, repeat Steps 6a and 6b above.  
With the air on, turn the adjusting knob 4 fully counter-clockwise. You should hear a slight  
hissing (this is the long term storage position for the second stage). The hissing should stop  
when you turn the knob clockwise about 1/8 turn.  
After setting the adjusting nut  
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and the tip of the lever assembly.  
, check the relationship between the diaphragm wear plate  
a. Install the diaphragm and retaining ring. The tip of the lever should just barely touch the  
diaphragm.  
b. Touch the diaphragm lightly with your finger. If there is a significant gap between the lever  
tip and diaphragm, then the lever is too low. Remove the diaphragm and bend the lever  
slightly upward with Sherwood's Lever Bending Tool (p/n 4005-16).  
c. If the regulator hisses slightly when the air is turned on, but stops hissing when you remove  
the diaphragm, then the lever is too high. Use Sherwood's Lever Bending Tool to bend the  
lever slightly downward.  
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d.  
Replace the diaphragm. Continue to test the gap between the lever and the diaphragm after  
each bending until the lever is in the correct position.  
10.  
Return to Section 6.3, Step 13 of this manual (Assembly of Second Stage) to complete  
assembly of the regulator.  
6.5  
TESTING Of SECOND STAGE  
6.5.1 Inhalation effort  
Check the inhalation effort of the second stage with a pan of water about five inches deep.  
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Slowly immerse the second stage with the front cover down and level. The regulator should  
flow as soon as the diaphragm is a little deeper than level with surface of the water.  
2.  
If you use a water column or water manometer to check inhalation effort, it should not exceed  
1
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1 / " w. c. (3.2 cm) at cracking. It should drop to about 3/4" w. c. (19 cm) at one atmosphere  
and a moderate flow rate. You can alter the inhalation effort within a certain range.  
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3.  
4.  
You can increase the inhalation effort by turning the adjusting nut  
However, discontinue counter-clockwise adjusting when the lever  
counter-clockwise.  
becomes loose against  
the lever support  
.
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You can decrease the inhalation effort by turning the adjusting nut clockwise. Discontinue  
clockwise adjusting when air begins to hiss past the second stage poppet.  
6.5.2 Exhalation Effort  
1
If you do not use instruments to check the exhalation effort, the flow should feel smooth and  
unrestricted.  
2.  
3.  
If you use a water column, it should not exceed 1/2" w.c. (1.3 cm) at one atmosphere.  
Brand new Exhaust Valves will sometimes adhere slightly to the case, causing a slight increase  
in inhalation effort. This condition will disappear with use.  
6.5.3 Leak Test  
1 .  
Disconnect the air supply. Purge the regulator of all positive air pressure.  
2.  
Slowly immerse the second stage in a pan of water with the mouthpiece pointing straight up.  
3.  
Immerse the regulator until the water is 1/4" to 1/8" (.64 to .32 cm) from the lip of the  
mouthpiece.  
4.  
5.  
Hold the regulator in this position for one minute and then slowly raise it out of the water.  
Tip the regulator mouthpiece downward and watch the inside of the mouthpiece tube. If any  
water escapes from the mouthpiece tube, check for source of leakage.  
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6.5.4 External Air Leaks  
1
Attach the regulator first stage to a tank short enough to totally submerge the first and second  
stage in your filling station cooling water.  
2.  
3.  
With the tank valve still turned off, flood the second stage completely with water, and then  
position it mouthpiece up.  
Turn the tank air valve on slowly and then watch for any leaks in the first or second stage  
(except for the normal flow of air from the one-way bleed valve on the first stage). Look  
particularly closely at the first stage area where the adjusting module meets the body. If the  
module-to-body O-ring  
module and the body instead of from the black one-way bleed valve system.  
is in the wrong groove, you will see air leaking from between the  
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4.  
5.  
Repair any leaks.  
Check for the correct positive air purge flow rate. See Section 5.4, Testing of First Stage, for  
the proper method.  
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7.0 HELPFUL HINTS  
7.1  
TROUBLESHOOTING REGULATORS  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
RECOMMENDED ACTION  
HIGH INSTALLATION EFFORT AT DEPTH:  
a. Inlet filter clogged.  
Replace the filter.  
b. No air flowing through the dry air bleed  
system.  
Check the flow rate coming out of the  
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one-way bleed valve  
. If no or low  
air flow is detected, clean the flow  
element in the piston, or replace the piston.  
c. High pressure air supply insufficient.  
d. Second stage improperly adjusted.  
Verify the supply air pressure. Make sure  
the customer had the tank valve turned all  
the way on.  
Repeat Steps 1 through 12 in Section 6.4,  
Set-Up of Second Stage.  
FREE FLOWING:  
a. Intermediate pressure too high.  
Adjust the first stage's outlet pressure to  
below 150 psig.  
b. Damaged or worn HP piston seat.  
Replace seat (p/n 3801-5).  
This also gives high intermediate pressure.  
c. Damaged or worn HP poppet stem seat.  
d. Nicked or corroded orifice sealing.  
Replace seat (p/n 978-9BN).  
Dress the orifices in the first and second  
stages with a polishing stick, or replace the  
orifices.  
e. Demand lever in second stage bent too high.  
f. Weak spring in second stage.  
Adjust or replace the lever.  
Replace the spring.  
g. Second stage improperly adjusted.  
Repeat Steps 1 through 12 in Section 6.4,  
Set-Up of Second Stage.  
h. Parts in the second stage have been  
severely chilled due to repeated purging  
and have shrunk, allowing air to flow.  
Allow the second stage to warm up to  
room temperature. This chilling will not  
occur in normal diving conditions.  
WET BREATHING:  
a. Improper clearing, or diver diving in total  
head-down position.  
Instruct the diver on proper clearing  
technique.  
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b. Diaphragm improperly installed.  
c. Hole in the mouthpiece at tie area.  
d. Hole in the diaphragm.  
Visually check position of diaphragm.  
Replace the mouthpiece.  
Replace the diaphragm.  
e. Damaged exhaust valve, or edges of the  
exhaust valve not firmly seated on the case.  
Replace exhaust valve.  
f. Crack in case.  
Replace case.  
HUMMING OR BUZZING DURING INHALATION:  
a. Harmonic resonance between the springs  
and the mass of the piston.  
Refer to Section 5.2 in this manual.  
Disassemble the first stage and flip the  
main spring over. Change the position  
of the piston in its bore. If resonance is still  
present, install a new piston and spring.  
NO AIR COMING FROM DRY AIR BLEED  
VALVE ON FIRST STAGE:  
a. Piston flow element is plugged with grease  
Replace piston.  
b. Body-to-module O-ring  
in wrong groove  
Move O-ring from groove between flange and  
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body, to groove between flange and threads.  
7.2  
PARTS CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS  
Regulators which see heavy use, particularly those used in salt water, often need extra effort to  
remove dirt and corrosion from the parts of the regulator. Some suggested cleaning solutions  
are listed at the end of this section, and there are probably many others being used  
successfully. Here are a few general suggestions we can make:  
1
Don't expect your cleaning solution to do all the work in a matter of seconds. If the solution  
cleans extremely rapidly, it is probably too strong and is etching the finish on the parts. Use a  
wooden or plastic stick or a soft bristle brush to help get rid of the thickest deposits. Take  
special care not to damage orifice sealing areas. Dress the orifice sealing areas with a fine-grit  
polishing stick or pencil eraser after drying the parts.  
2.  
Immerse only those parts which really need cleaning. With Sherwood's Dry Air Bleed system,  
the interior of the first stage is always clean and dry, so the piston and spring should never  
need cleaning. Immersing the clean Sherwood piston in contaminated cleaning solution can  
plug the flow control element in the face of the piston, which could slow or stop the flow  
through the positive air purge system.  
3.  
4.  
Many of the solutions used for cleaning metal parts can damage the nitrile compounds found in  
O-rings. For this reason, remove all O-rings before placing parts in a cleaning bath.  
If the first stage moving orifice (p/n29-3106-13A) is corroded because salt water has entered  
through the inlet filter, first make an attempt to clean it with a clean lint-free cloth or a soft  
brush in a fresh soapy water solution. If you must use a cleaning solution in an ultrasonic  
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cleaner, isolate the orifice from the side walls and all other parts. Do this by placing the orifice  
individually in a plastic cup in the cleaning hopper. This will help prevent mechanical damage  
to the sealing surfaces of the orifice. Polish the orifice with a clean pencil eraser. Blow off dust  
and debris after polishing.  
5.  
6.  
Due to its unique stainless mesh design, the inlet filter of the Sherwood SR3601 first stage can  
be cleaned in the ultrasonic cleaner. Visually inspect the filter before and after cleaning. Blow  
the filter dry with clean compressed air.  
Check the strength of any cleaning solution by placing a spare chrome-plated part in the bath  
for a few minutes longer than the time you expect to leave the parts in. If visible damage to the  
chrome finish results, then the solution is too strong.  
7.3  
COMMONLY USED CLEANING SOLUTIONS  
SOLUTION  
Soapy Water  
COMMENTS  
Good for plastic and silicone parts.  
Vinegar and Water  
Equal part solution  
Ingredients easily available, 15  
minutes approx. cleaning time.  
1000 cc Water  
60 gr. Sulfuric Acid  
60 gr. Potassium Dichromate.  
Fast acting solution that should be  
made and used with care. Use  
gloves and safety glasses.  
Cleaning solutions  
recommended by Ultrasonic  
Cleaner Manufacturers.  
Usually the best route to go. Check  
with the manufacturer for strengths  
and uses for their cleaners. Some  
brand names of cleaning solutions  
are "Branasonic®", "Micro®", "Oakite  
31®", and "Brex®".  
7.4  
HANDLING TIPS  
How your customers treat their regulators will directly influence the unit's function and  
durability. Following are a few tips that you can pass on to your customers to help assure the  
durability of their Maximus SRB3600 regulator.  
7.4.1 Pre-Dive Checks  
1
Check the hoses and hose connections for cuts, abrasions or other signs of damage before  
mounting the regulator on the tank valve. Slide the hose protectors back to inspect the areas of  
the hose normally covered. Be sure all hose connections are tight.  
2.  
3.  
Before turning on the tank air valve, check to make sure that the yoke nut or DIN connection is  
tight and the regulator body is aligned properly, with no kinks in the hoses.  
Turn the tank valve on slowly and listen for leaks.  
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4.  
5.  
Never lift the tank/BCD assembly by the regulator or hoses.  
Surface-test the regulator by breathing lightly through the mouthpiece. Depressing the purge  
button above the water's surface is not a thorough method for fully testing the function of the  
regulator.  
7.4.2 Post-Dive Care  
1
After the dive, blow all water out of the dust cap with clean dry air and place the cap securely  
on the regulator inlet. On multiple tank dives, use great care to keep salt water out of the  
regulator inlet when tanks are changed. Neglecting these simple procedures is the greatest  
cause of corrosion and wear in scuba regulators. When used properly, Sherwood's exclusive  
Dry Air Bleed System keeps all other water-borne contamination out of the first stage body.  
NOTE: A tiny stream of air bubbles escaping from a small black valve on the first stage indicates that the  
Dry Air Bleed System is working. The amount of air used is negligible (13-25 cc/min.). The system should be  
checked periodically, particularly after servicing, to ensure that there is some air escaping from the black  
one-way bleed valve. If no air is escaping from the valve when air pressure is applied to the first stage, have  
the regulator inspected.  
2.  
3.  
With the dust cap securely in place, rinse the first and second stages in clean fresh water. DO  
NOT depress the purge button before or during rinsing since this may introduce water into the  
second stage and the low pressure hose. Shake or blow all excess water from the second  
stage and allow the entire regulator to air-dry before storing.  
Store the regulator in a clean bag or storage box, away from sunlight, excessive heat and humidity.  
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8.0 TWO YEAR WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE  
INFORMATION  
8.1  
PROPER PROCEDURE FOR WARRANTY PAPERWORK  
1.  
For detailed information on the operation of the Sherwood Scuba Two Year Limited Warranty,  
please refer to Sherwood Scuba Technical Bulletin #112.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
In most situations, no paperwork will be necessary. The customer will bring his or her regulator  
in for one of its two annual servicings under the warranty. No parts other than those contained  
in the standard annual service kits will be needed. Discard all old parts replaced by new kit  
parts.  
Remove one of the colored annual service rings from the main hose protector. When you have  
collected several of these rings (25-50), contact your regional distributor for a Return Goods  
Authorization Number. The color of the ring will determine the credit or type of service kit you  
will get in return.  
If you replace parts other than those contained in the standard annual servicing kit, you will  
have to submit paperwork. If the regulator meets the conditions of the two-year warranty, and  
the warranty is still active, fill out the Sherwood Warranty Replacement Parts Form. You must  
describe the problem with the part you are returning in Part Five of the form. If this area is  
blank, you will not receive credit for that part.  
5.  
For Sherwood Scuba regulators manufactured before Jan. 1, 1993 which still have a valid Lifetime  
Limited Warranty, you, the dealer, must send the white Warranty Service Form to Sherwood. The  
information will be recorded by Sherwood to determine whether or not the warranty on that particular  
regulator is still in effect.  
8.2  
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE  
1.  
To keep the owner warranty in effect, your customers must have their regulators inspected and  
serviced annually (within 6 weeks before or after the anniversary of the date of purchase) by an  
authorized Sherwood dealer. Failure to do so invalidates the warranty.  
2.  
3.  
Even with infrequent use, the regulator should be serviced annually to ensure proper  
performance and satisfy warranty requirements.  
In Sherwood Scuba regulators manufactured before Jan. 1, 1993 which still have a valid  
Lifetime Limited Warranty, you, the dealer, must send the white Warranty Service Form in to  
Sherwood. The information will be recorded by Sherwood to determine whether or not the  
warranty on that particular regulator is still in effect.  
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SECOND STAGE - MAXIMUS® SRB3602  
ITEM # CATALOG #  
DESCRIPTION  
ITEM # CATALOG #  
DESCRIPTION  
1 . . . . . . 3602-16B . . . . . . . . . Cap (for adjusting knob)  
2 . . . . . . J12C04045B . . . . . . Screw  
3 . . . . . . 19-4006-17 . . . . . . . Washer  
4 . . . . . . 3702-16C . . . . . . . . . Adjuster Knob  
5 . . . . . . 3602-35 . . . . . . . . . . Cir-Clip  
6 . . . . . . 1-3602-15 . . . . . . . . Nut  
7 . . . . . . 2-3602-14 . . . . . . . . Swivel Fitting  
8 . . . . . . G006B . . . . . . . . . . . O-ring (orifice small end)  
9 . . . . . . G011B . . . . . . . . . . . O-ring (orifice large end)  
10 . . . . . 29-3602-12 . . . . . . . Orifice  
21 . . . . . 3602-2 . . . . . . . . . . . Front Cover  
22 . . . . . 3602-5APK . . . . . . . . Logo Insert (Pink)  
. . . . . . . 3602-5ARD . . . . . . . Logo Insert (Red)  
. . . . . . . 3602-5AWH . . . . . . . Logo Insert (White)  
. . . . . . . 3602-5AY . . . . . . . . . Logo Insert (Yellow)  
. . . . . . . 3602-5ANG . . . . . . . Logo Insert (Green)  
. . . . . . . 3602-5ARG . . . . . . . Logo Insert (Orange)  
23 . . . . . 978-9BN . . . . . . . . . Seat insert (black)  
24 . . . . . 29-3602-18 . . . . . . . Stem (bare, no seat)  
25 . . . . . 19-3602-29 . . . . . . . Spring  
11 . . . . . G014C . . . . . . . . . . . O-ring (orifice housing small end)  
12 . . . . . G015C . . . . . . . . . . . O-ring (orifice housing large end)  
13 . . . . . 1-3602-13A . . . . . . . Orifice Housing  
14 . . . . . 3602-3LS . . . . . . . . . Mouthpiece (Wisdom)  
15 . . . . . 3786-9W . . . . . . . . . Mouthpiece Tie  
16 . . . . . 3602-6A . . . . . . . . . . Exhaust Valve  
17 . . . . . 3602-1D . . . . . . . . . . Case  
18 . . . . . 3602-4A . . . . . . . . . . Diaphragm  
19 . . . . . 3602-17 . . . . . . . . . . Retaining Ring (Blue)  
20 . . . . . .J12C04045B . . . . . . Front Cover Retaining Screw  
26 . . . . . 9-3602-7 . . . . . . . . . Lever Support  
27 . . . . . 3602-20A . . . . . . . . . Lever  
28 . . . . . 3602-9A . . . . . . . . . . Washer (white)  
29 . . . . . J11N0440BP . . . . . . Adjusting Nut  
30 . . . . . 25-3602-22 . . . . . . . Fin (dimpled end)  
31 . . . . . 25-3602-21 . . . . . . . Fin (plain end)  
32 . . . . . J113481874BARC . . Screw for fins  
33 . . . . . 5016-20-41 . . . . . . . Hose Assembly (41High Flow)  
34 . . . . . G010A . . . . . . . . . . . O-ring (hose outlet end)  
35 . . . . . G011B . . . . . . . . . . . O-ring (hose inlet end)  
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