"C" Clip Tool

The "C" Clip Tool is designed to assist in the disassembly/assembly of the following second stages: > SeaQuest® XR2® (all tool functions) > Aqua Lung® Impulse® (all tool functions) > Aqua Lung Micra®-Micra ADJ® ("C" Clip function) > Genesis® Valor® ("C" Clip function). The illustrations on the right show the basic function of the tool. For additional information regarding the repair procedures for these second stages, consult the specific manufacturers' repair manuals. Figure #1: The SeaQuest XR2 and the Aqua Lung Impulse utilize an internal threaded ring that retains the diaphragm and frictionless washer. The two side pins on the tool will index with any two cross holes or slots in the ring and allow it to be rotated in either direction. Figure #2: The flow vane assembly on all of the above second stages is retained by an internal "C" clip. The forked end of the tool is designed to push on both ends of the clip simultaneously. The clip can be removed from either the diaphragm or the mouthpiece side of the housing. If the clip is removed via the mouthpiece channel, the tool can be rested flat against the housing. This method eliminates the possibility of the tool digging into the housing. The only disadvantage to removing the clip from this side, is that the open end of the clip must be turned so that it faces in the opposite direction. Figure #3: The "C" clip can only be installed from the mouthpiece side of the second stage. The forked end of the tool has a machined ledge to hold the "C" clip. Press the clip into the ledge by applying pressure that will slightly spread the forks. This spring tension will retain the clip while it is being positioned. Push the clip onto the molded groove on the flow vane body. Be sure that the clip is fully installed and locked in place. The watertight integrity of the housing relies on this assembly.