Description and Operational Specifications 

Description and Operational Specifications

Contents
DOS-2 1.1 CR Marking DOS-14 1.8.5 Emergency Gas Supply
System (EGS)
DOS-2 1.2 CE Certification
DOS-15 1.8.6 Helmet Attachment to
DOS-2 1.2.1 Regulators CE the Diver
Certification
DOS-17 1.8.7 Sealing Arrangement
DOS-2 1.2.1.1 SuperFlow 350 CE
Certification DOS-17 1.8.8 Reducing Carbon
Dioxide
DOS-2 1.2.1.2 455 Balanced
Regulator CE Certification DOS-17 1.8.9 Communications

DOS-2 1.2.2 Helmet CE Certification DOS-17 1.8.10 Equalizing the Middle

Ear
DOS-2 1.2.3 Band Mask® CE
Certification DOS-18 1.8.11 Face Port or Viewing
Lens
DOS-2 1.2.4 CE Marking
DOS-18 1.8.12 SuperLite® 17B Latch
DOS-5 1.2.5 Notified Body Catch Assembly, Pull Pin
DOS-5 1.3 Product Specifications DOS-18 1.9 Accessories
DOS-6 1.4 Regulator Performance DOS-18 1.9.1 Eye Protection for
DOS-6 1.4.1 SuperFlow® and Welding
SuperFlow® 350 Demand DOS-19 1.9.2 Hot Water Shroud (P/N
Regulators 525-100) and Water Shroud
DOS-6 1.4.2 455 Balanced Regulator (P/N 525-761)
Performance DOS-20 1.9.3 Special Regulator Tools
DOS-6 1.4.3 Minimum Operating for the SuperFlow® and the
Temperature SuperFlow® 350
DOS-21 1.9.4 Special Regulator Tools
DOS-7 1.5 Cage Code for REX® Regulator
DOS-7 1.6 Operational Specifications DOS-21 1.10 Helmet Transport And
& Limitations Storage
DOS-8 1.6.1 Using a High-Pressure DOS-21 1.10.1 Transport
Breathing Gas Supply
DOS-22 1.10.2 Storage
DOS-8 1.7 Helmet Features
DOS-23 1.11 Band Mask® Transport And
DOS-11 1.8 General Description Storage
DOS-11 1.8.1 Fiberglass Helmet Shell DOS-23 1.11.1 Transport
DOS-11 1.8.2 Stainless Steel Helmet DOS-24 1.11.2 Storage
Shell DOS-24 1.11.3 Helmet Carrying Bag
DOS-11 1.8.3 Gas Flow Systems
DOS-25 1.12 Use of Kirby Morgan
DOS-14 1.8.4 Free Flow Original Replacement Parts

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CR Marking  Description and Operational Specifications

B WARNING
This manual is our effort to explain the operation, maintenance and use of the Kirby Morgan
helmet. We do not herein make any effort to teach the principles of diving. It is our assumption
the reader is a qualified diver. We highly recommend that all divers should train, under con-
trolled conditions, in the use of any model of commercial diving helmet that they have not pre-
viously used or trained in, prior to use on the job, until they have mastered the skills required
to use their helmet correctly. Kirby Morgan helmets are intended for professional use only and
are not intended for recreational use by persons not trained in surface supplied procedures
and practices.

This section includes detailed descriptions of Kir- plicable, the EN15333-1 (class B). It is fully CE
by Morgan helmets, as well as important opera- marked with the 455 balanced demand regulator
tional specifications. or SuperFlow® 350 and oral nasals P/N 510-690
and P/N 510-747.
1.1 CR Marking
Category of PPE: III
The helmet meets or exceeds all standards es-
tablished by Dive Lab of Panama City, Florida, 1.2.3 Band Mask® CE Certification
and is CR (Commercially Rated) rated with the
SuperFlow®, with SuperFlow® 350 non balanced The Band Mask® has been tested and conforms
regulator and with 455 balanced regulator. to the performance requirements as set forth in
Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and, as
LY RATED
far as applicable, the EN 15333-1 (Class C). It is
IAL - fully CE marked with demand regulator 455 bal-
RC P
anced, SuperFlow® 350 and oral nasal masks P/N
RO
E
TED - C O M M

FE

510-690 and P/N 510-747.

SS
IONAL

TM
Category of PPE: III
S

DIV
TE

NG
B WARNING
I

B A GE
AR - DIVEL TM

The helmet or Band Mask® has been

tested with air and CE certificated for
1.2 CE Certification use with air up to 50 meters. Com-
1.2.1 Regulators CE Certification pressed air must be compliant with
the EN 12021.
1.2.1.1 SuperFlow 350 CE Certification
All the tables reporting the technical
SuperFlow 350 regulator has been tested and data and the pressure of use are rela-
conforms to the performance requirements as set tive to compressed air.
forth in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
1.2.4 CE Marking
1.2.1.2 455 Balanced Regulator CE
Certification On the inside of the helmet shell the CE mark is
affixed.
455 Balanced Regulator has been tested and con-
forms to the performance requirements as set
forth in Annex II of Regulation (EU) 2016/425.

1.2.2 Helmet CE Certification

The helmet has been tested and conforms to the
performance requirements as set forth in Annex
II of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and, as far as ap-

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Description and Operational Specifications CE Certification

In the mark on the helmets the following data is

EN15333-1 KIRBY MORGAN reported:
CLASS B DIVE SYSTEMS. INC.
1430 Jason Way,
Santa Maria, CA 93455 1. The name and the address of the manu-
facturer
HELMET MODEL:
2. Harmonized reference standard:
YEAR OF PRODUCTION: 0477 EN 15333-1

CE Mark on Helmets
3. PPE model

The above diagram depicts the location of The above diagram depicts the location of the
the serial number on fiberglass helmets. serial number on stainless steel helmets.

The above diagram depicts the location of the The above diagram depicts the location of the
serial number on KMB 18 BandMasks. serial number on KMB 28 BandMasks.

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CE Certification Description and Operational Specifications

SERIAL NUMBER

The diagram to the left

depicts the location
of the notifying body
number and reference
standard on the exterior
of the SuperFlow®
350 Regulator.

REFERENCE STANDARD
NOTIFYING BODY NUMBER

NOTIFYING BODY NUMBER REFERENCE STANDARD

The diagram to the left

depicts the location of the
notifying body number
and reference standard
on the exterior of the 455
Balanced Regulator.

SERIAL NUMBER

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Description and Operational Specifications Product Specifications

4. The year of production

NOTICE
5. CE marking:
The mark must be visible and legible
6. Number of notified body throughout the life of the PPE. If the
mark deteriorates or is not legible the
user should contact the manufacturer.
On the frame of the Band Mask® the CE mark is
affixed. 1.2.5 Notified Body
The Notified Body is:
EN15333-1 KIRBY MORGAN
CLASS C DIVE SYSTEMS, INC.
Eurofins Product Testing Italy Srl
1430 Jason Way,
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Address: Via Courgné
®
BANDMASK MODEL: 21-10156 Torino,
ITALY
YEAR OF PRODUCTION: 0477
Identification number: 0477.
CE Mark on Band Masks®

1.3 Product Specifications

In the mark on the Band Masks® the following
data is reported: Weight:
SL 17B - 29.03 pounds
2. The name and the address of the manu- SL 17C - 30.6 pounds
facturer SL 27 - 28.5 pounds
KM 37 - 32.6 pounds
3. Harmonized reference standard: EN KM 37SS - 30.96 pounds
15333-1 KM 47 - 30.96 pounds
KM 77 - 32.43 pounds
4. CLASS C = NO protection KM 97 - 31.09 pounds
5. Band Mask® model
KMB 18 - 13.63 pounds
6. Serial number (stamp on the BandMask ® KMB 28 - 12.73 pounds
frame)
For KM 37SS, 77 and 97 Helmets
7. The year of production Helmet Shell: Stainless steel
8. CE marking:
For SL 17B, 17C, 27, 37, and 47 Helmets
9. Notifying Body number Helmet Shell: Fiberglass, polyester resin, and
carbon fibers
NOTICE For SL 17B, 17C, 27, 37, and 37SS
The user cannot: Regulator Body - Chrome Plated Brass
• Remove the mark from the shell of
For KM 47, 77 and 97 Helmets
the helmet
Regulator Body - Stainless steel
• Modify or counterfeit the data report-
ed on the mark. For BandMasks
Mask Frame KMB 18: Fiberglass, polyester res-
in, polyester gel coat, carbon fiber

Mask Frame KMB 28: Xenoy® thermoplastic

Control Knobs: ABS plastic

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Regulator Performance  Description and Operational Specifications

plastic frames will only accept the smaller

Lens: Clear polycarbonate mount tube found on the SuperFlow® (non
350) regulator. The SuperFlow® 350 is fully CE
Hood: Neoprene. marked and CR rated.

O-rings: Buna-N 1.4.2 455 Balanced Regulator

Performance
For all helmets
Control Knobs: Polyurethane The 455 Balanced Regulator is an all Stainless
Steel regulator of a balanced design that offers
Lens: Clear polycarbonate far greater overall breathing performance than
the non-balanced SuperFlow® and SuperFlow®
Neck Dam: Neoprene. Optional latex neck dam 350 regulator. The 455 has virtually the same
available. breathing performance as the REX® regulator,
but is designed to be used with the SL 27®, 17C,
O-rings: Buna-N KM 37 and KM 37SS helmets. The overall perfor-
mance of this regulator is outstanding and sets a
Head Cushion: Nylon bag filled with #4 Polyester new performance standard for commercial diving
foam helmets.

Recommended Lubricants: Molykote® 111 Sili- 1.4.3 Minimum Operating Temperature

cone Lubricant. Christo-Lube®, Krytox®, and Kirby Morgan helmets can be used in water tem-
Halocarbon® are also acceptable. peratures as low as 34 °F (1 °C) without the use
of a hot water shroud and hot water to prevent
B WARNING freezing. However it is strongly recommended
that the hot water shroud be used for the comfort
Never use aerosol-propelled sprays of the diver. At the time of this writing a specific
near the face port of any Kirby Morgan
part number hot water shroud is not available for
diving helmet. The propellant used in
these aerosols can invisibly damage the KM 37SS, KM 47 or KM 77, however, work is
the face port and cause it to shatter underway to produce one. For all other helmets
on impact from any strong blow. If the the hot water shroud may be purchased as a kit,
face port fails underwater, injury or part number 525-100 or water shroud part num-
death may result. ber 525-761 (for the KM 97).

If you have any questions regarding proper set-

up, operation, or maintenance of your Kirby Mor- B WARNING
gan helmet contact KMDSI (805) 928-7772 or at Diving in cold water, i.e., at tempera-
[email protected] or Dive Lab Inc. (850) tures below 50 degrees F, may subject
235-2715 or at [email protected]. There are the diver to severe respiratory heat
also detailed checklists for the set-up and main- loss. This may lead to a decrease in
body core temperature also known
tenance of your helmet on the Dive Lab web site
as “hypothermia.” Hypothermia is
at www.divelab.com, or the Kirby Morgan web- extremely dangerous and can lead to
site under “Support” www.kirbymorgan.com. a loss of reasoning ability, decreased
manual dexterity, uncontrollable shiv-
1.4 Regulator Performance ering, unconsciousness, and death.
1.4.1 SuperFlow® and SuperFlow® 350 -Temperature Limitations: Use at water tem-
Demand Regulators peratures below 33 °F (1 °C) requires the use of
The SuperFlow® 350 non balanced regulator is hot water shroud PN# 525-100 or water shroud
the standard demand regulator found on the SL 525-761 (for the KM 97) and hot water to help
17C, SL 27, KM 37, KM 37SS and KMB 18/28 prevent icing of the demand regulator.
Band Masks. NOTE: Pre Sep. 2004 KMB 28
NOTE: The Hot Water Shroud (Part #525-100)

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Description and Operational Specifications Cage Code

or Water Shroud (Part #525-761) in conjunction

with hot water to the diver should be used when- B WARNING
ever diving operations are conducted using HeO2 When the helmet is used
at water temperatures less than 60°F (15.56°C) for air diving in coun-
for the comfort of the diver. tries that conform to
C.E. regulations it must
KMDSI further recommends that the shroud be not be used deeper than
used in conjunction with hot water to the diver a maximum depth of
whenever diving operations are conducted using 164fsw (50msw). I.A.W.
air or mixed gas, in waters colder than 33°F (1°C) EN 15333-1.
to reduce the possibility of demand regulator ic-
ing. The supply pressures listed in the supply ta-
bles were derived by breathing simulator trials.
NOTE: Usually the greatest danger of demand There are multiple tables for each regulator. It
regulator icing will be encountered on deck when is important that users understand how to use
the surrounding air temperature is less than the tables. For further information on supply re-
32°F (0°C). This effect is primarily due to the re- quirements for the your Kirby Morgan helmet or
frigeration effect of breathing air pressure reduc- mask check the Kirby Morgan website at www.
tion, and the addition of moisture from the divers kirbymorgan.com.
exhalation coming in contact with the topside air
temperature. -Umbilical minimum I.D. 3/8" (9.5 mm) of not more
than two sections, total length not to exceed 600
If diving where the water temperature is 33 °F feet (183m).
(1 °C) or warmer but the topside air temperature
is below freezing, 32 °F (0 °C) icing of the demand The umbilical assembly should be composed of
regulator is possible. To help eliminate the pos- good quality diving hose that meets industry
sibility of freezing on the surface, warm water standards. Generally, gas hose will be married
should be run over the exterior of the demand to the communications wire, pneumofathometer
regulator prior to water entry, if the hot water hose, and strength member in a manner that
system is not used. will allow the strength member to receive all the
strain.
1.5 Cage Code
There are also good quality umbilicals available
The cage code for identifying KMDSI products that are assembled at the factory using a twisted
for U.S. government purposes is 58366. method which does not require marrying. Re-
gardless of the system used, the umbilical is the
1.6 Operational Specifications & diver’s life line and should always be of excellent
Limitations quality and maintained carefully.

Every model of KMDSI helmet and mask under- If you have any questions regarding proper set-
goes extensive testing to fully document the per- up, operation, or maintenance of your Kirby Mor-
formance capability and required supply pres- gan helmet contact KMDSI (805) 928-7772 or at
sures when using various umbilical and pressure [email protected] or Dive Lab Inc. (850)
combinations. All users should take the time to 235-2715 or at [email protected].
become knowledgeable on supply requirements
to ensure proper performance and for the comfort
and safety of the diver.

The required supply pressures for Kirby Morgan

helmets are listed in the appropriate supply pres-
sure tables in “Supply Pressure Requirements &
Tables” on page APNDX-4.

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B DANGER B WARNING
Decompression diving always in-
volves the risk of decompression The demand regulator
sickness. Omitted decompression due and side block assem-
to a loss of the breathing gas supply blies have a maximum
or other accidents can cause serious design pressure of 225
injury or death. Use of a Kirby Morgan p.s.i.g. (15.5 bar) over-
helmet or mask cannot prevent this bottom. Higher pres-
type of injury. sures could lead to
component failure and
serious personal injury.
1.6.1 Using a High-Pressure Breathing
Gas Supply
High pressure (HP) control consoles are capable
B WARNING
of suppling air or mixed gas at pressures and vol- Gas systems used to supply Kirby
umes much greater than low pressure air com- Morgan helmets and masks must
pressors, and are often preferred by military and be capable of supplying gas to the
diver at the required pressure and
and scientific divers. HP air systems are often
flow rates as stated in the operational
used as back up supply for LP compressor diving. specifications. The use of unregulated
gas sources is extremely dangerous.
When using HP air or mixed gas systems, The
regulator is normally loaded to 100-150 psig on The use of standard SCUBA type
the surface and increased to the bottom setting as regulators is unacceptable, as there
the diver descends or when the diver reaches the are no provisions for adjusting the in-
bottom. During ascent the pressure is reduced to termediate pressure to the diver. Only
between 100-150 p.s.i.g. once the diver is shal- proven systems that allow for varying
lower than 100 feet. A high-pressure gas supply the gas supply pressure to the diver
should be used for umbilical diving.
is typically used under the following conditions:

• When the work load exceeds the capabilities 1.7 Helmet Features
of the compressor to supply a sufficient volume All Kirby Morgan diving helmets are manufac-
and pressure of breathing gas, regardless of the tured by hand. Each step of the manufacturing
depth. process is carefully controlled to assure the cus-
• When the diver is using pre-mixed gas. tomer receives a high quality, durable helmet
• As a back-up for a low-pressure compressor that functions properly in all aspects.
• Any time a high-pressure supply is available
All Kirby Morgan helmets, with the exception of
The regulator is loaded as the diver increasingly the SL 17B, incorporate the innovative locking
descends and unloaded as the diver returns to collar system. For the SL 17B helmet, the head
the surface. If the diver experiences a free-flow cushion and the neck clamp/yoke assembly give
with his regulator, when the bias adjustment the diver a secure fit in the helmet.
knob is properly set and the regulator has been
maintained correctly, the pressure setting on the SL 17B, 17C, 27, KM 37 and 37SS Helmets:
high-pressure regulator may be set too high and These helmets feature the SuperFlow® adjust-
may need to be decreased. able demand regulator which provides ample
breathing gas flow during peak work output.
For recommended pressures when using a high-
pressure breathing gas supply and a dome loaded KM 47 and 77 Helmets:
regulator, see “Supply Pressure Requirements & The 47 and 77 feature the REX® adjustable de-
Tables” on page APNDX-4. Generally speaking, the mand regulator which provides superior breath-
topside regulator should be set at 140 p.s.i.g. ing gas flow during peak work output.
over bottom pressure for optimum regulator per-
formance.

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Description and Operational Specifications Helmet Features

KM 97 Helmet:
The 455 Balanced Regulator on this helmet is a B WARNING
balanced design that offers far greater overall Before attempting any
breathing performance than the non-balanced diving in any type of
SuperFlow® and SuperFlow® 350 regulator. The contaminated water, a
overall performance of this regulator is outstand- complete diving and top-
ing and sets a new performance standard for side course in hazardous
commercial diving helmets. materials emergencies
should be completed.
Following the same design configuration of all The divers and the top-
our helmets the helmet consists of two main
side team must be prop-
erly trained and have the
pieces; the helmet shell assembly and the neck proper safety equipment.
dam/ring assembly. The machined helmet bot- All helmets and suits
tom ring houses the sealed pull pins and locking can leak water under
collar, and provides protection for the bottom end certain conditions. Div-
of the helmet shell. The adjustable neck pad on ers should use extreme
the locking collar, in combination with the inter- caution when diving in
nal chin strap and adjustable head cushion, gives contaminated waters.
the diver a secure, custom tailored fit in the hel-
met. The superior fit and balance makes the hel- Helmet features which are common to all Kirby
met sit comfortably for long periods of time even Morgan helmets include:
when working in the face down position.
• The face port
A quick change communications module, avail-
able in either bare wire posts or a waterproof con- • Communications components
nector, allows for easy, efficient maintenance of
the communications in the helmet. Helmet features which are shared on certain Kir-
by Morgan helmets include:
SL 17B, 17C, KM 37, 37SS and 97 Helmets:
These helmets feature the Quad exhaust system • The oral/nasal mask is the same on: 17C, 17B,
which keeps the inside of the helmets dry and 37, 37SS and 97.
has low exhalation resistance. This exhaust sys-
tem helps to limit exposure during contaminated • Different O/N mask shared between 47 & 77.
water diving.
• Different O/N mask on the 27.
SL 27 Helmet: • Same nose block device on all except the 27.
The Tri-Valve® exhaust system is standard equip-
ment for the SL 27®. This superior exhaust sys- • Same head & chin cushion in all except the
tem has exceptionally low exhalation resistance, 17B.
and helps to keep the helmet free of contami-
nants in polluted water. The Tri-Valve® isolates • Same Neck Ring/Neck Dam Assembly on all
the breathing system from the surrounding wa- excluding the 17B: has a neck clamp/yoke.
ter with a three valve, low breathing resistance • Units with shells in common: The 37SS, 77
design. and 97. All others in current production have
shells unique to their model.
KM 47 and 77 Helmets:
These helmets feature the REX® exhaust system. The Kirby Morgan BandMask® KMB 18 and the
This exhaust system helps to limit exposure dur- Kirby Morgan BandMask® KMB 28 compare as
ing contaminated water diving. follows:

• The face port (or view port) on the KMB 18

remains unchanged in shape from the Super-

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Lite® 17A/B. The face port in the KMB 28 is a SL 17C, 27, KM 37, 37SS, 47, 77, and 97 Hel-
slightly different size than the KMB 18. mets:
The neck dam is sandwiched between the neck
• The water dump body is molded into the mask dam rings, securely holding it in place. Replace-
frame in the KMB 28. ment neck dams install easily. Latex or foam
• The exhaust covers on the two masks are neoprene neck dams are available.
slightly different.
When the neck dam/neck ring is locked into place
• There is a vacuum formed comfort insert in on the helmet, it is located up inside the protec-
the KMB 18. tive helmet ring (that the neck ring O-ring seals
to) which protects the neck ring and neck dam
• The air train in the KMB 28 requires a spe- from side impact damage during the dive.
cial standoff for proper mounting of the side
block. The neck dam design (latex or neoprene foam)
• The bent tube assembly that transports air/ helps position the helmet correctly. Replacement
gas to the demand regulator from the side neck dams should only be genuine KMDSI/Kirby
block is the same on both masks and on most Morgan neck dams to assure proper operation
Kirby Morgan helmets. and comfort. An internal adjustable chin strap
helps to secure the diver’s head in the helmet.
Many of the breathing system components on
these helmets are also compatible with the KMB The locking collar design holds the neck ring in
18 and 28 BandMasks®. This helps reduce the in- the sealed position. The O-ring seal is continuous
ventory of spare parts that must be carried by once the neck ring is placed into the helmet ring.
commercial diving companies.
Attached to the locking collar is an adjustable
Each step of the manufacturing process is care- neck pad that should be adjusted to the diver
fully controlled to assure the customer of a high prior to diving. This will improve the fit and per-
quality, durable helmet that will function prop- formance of the helmet.
erly. The following is a general description of the
features on the specified helmets. A system of two sealed pull pin locks is on the SL
17C, 27, 37, 37SS, 47, 77 and 97. One lock is lo-
KM 37SS, 77 and 97 Helmets: cated on each side of the helmet. The spring and
The helmet is cast as a single piece and finished sliding shaft of these locks are inside an O-ring
using computer controlled machinery. The bot- sealed main body. The interior of the main body
tom helmet ring receives the neck dam ring is filled with silicone fluid. No fine sand or other
which seals to the helmet with an O-ring. The debris can reach the interior of these locks to in-
seal is very air/water tight. The metal bottom is terfere with their operation.
quite durable in normal use, but care should be
taken not to drag the helmet bottom on the deck. The head cushion attaches just inside the bottom
of the helmet, keeping it in place when the diver
The handle on top of the helmet can be used as a dons the hat. The standard head cushion consists
mounting bracket for lights, video cameras, etc. of a reinforced nylon bag with an open cell foam
Removal of the handle is quick and easy and does inside.
not require sealing to the helmet shell, as on the
fiberglass models. SL 17B Helmet:
The neck dam on the SL 17B is secured by the
SL 17C, 27, KM 37, and 47 Helmets: neck clamp. Replacement neck dams install eas-
The handle on top of the helmet can be used as a ily.
mounting bracket for lights, video cameras, etc.
The port weight on the 27, 37, and 47 may be The head cushion attaches just inside the bottom
used for this as well. The 17C features mounting of the helmet, keeping it in place when the diver
brackets, one on each side of the handle. dons the hat. The standard head cushion consists
of a brushed nylon bag with an open cel polyester

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Description and Operational Specifications General Description

foam inside. Only genuine Kirby Morgan SL 17B mounted to them, and the threaded inserts that
head cushions should be used to ensure proper accept the port retainer screws, have also been
operation and comfort. done away with as a separate part needing spe-
cial maintenance and eventual replacement.
This shell is the central structure for mounting
B CAUTION all the components that make up the complete
The 17B head cushion should not be helmet. It is designed to allow easy replacement
used in other Kirby Morgan helmets of parts when necessary. Any repair to the hel-
because the design of the head cush- met shell must be done at an approved KMDSI
ion is different. Only genuine Kirby repair center.
Morgan head cushions designed for
the helmets should be used to assure
proper operation and comfort. 1.8.3 Gas Flow Systems
The main gas supply flow from the umbilical en-
SL 27, KM 37, 37SS, 47, 77 and 97 Helmets: ters the system at the one way valve O2 adapter
The communications system is a modular, quick and flows through the one way valve to the inte-
change design. rior of the side block. The one way valve or “non-
return” is a very important component.
SL 17C, KM 37, 37SS and 97 Helmets:
The unique design of the Quad-Valve™ exhaust
system helps keep exhalation resistance low
while maintaining excellent watertight integrity.

47 and 77 Helmets:
The exhaust system is a three valve design, the
REX®, that helps to keep the helmet exception-
ally dry.

1.8 General Description

1.8.1 Fiberglass Helmet Shell
The helmet shell is fabricated of noncorrosive,
rigid fiberglass which will not carry an electri-
cal charge. This shell is the central structure for
mounting all the components that make up the
complete helmet. It is designed to allow easy re-
placement of parts when necessary. Any repair
to the helmet shell must be done at an approved
KMDSI repair center.

The mask frame on the KMB 28 is made from

Xenoy®, a thermoplastic that also will not carry
an electrical charge.

1.8.2 Stainless Steel Helmet Shell

The helmet shell is fabricated of high grade corro-
sive resistant 316L stainless steel as a one piece
unit. Along with the all steel material, what also
The one way valve prevents the flow of gas out of
sets this shell apart from fiberglass is that the
the helmet to the umbilical in the event of a sud-
large“bottom ring” is not a separate piece, but is
den lowering of pressure in the umbilical. This
an integral part of the overall shell. The stainless
can happen due to an accidental break in the
steel shells also do not require separate weights
hose or fitting near the surface. Not only would

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the emergency gas be lost if the one way valve side block. These ports are controlled by the de-
failed (concurrent with a hose or fitting break on fogger control knob and only supplies air when
deck), but the diver could suffer from a serious the defogger knob is in the open position. These
“squeeze” that could cause injury or death. ports are not for dry suit or buoyancy compensa-
tor use.
B WARNING The diver controls the flow of gas through the
The bent tube assembly for the KM 47 defogger system with the control knob. The gas
and 77 is a unique design and is not enters the helmet and flows through the air train
interchangeable with or other bent which directs the gas onto the face port to help
tubes. Modifying to interchange could eliminate or clear fogging that forms on the port
cause serious injury or death. from the diver’s warm breath. In the event water
gets inside, the helmet needs to be purged. Some
Although we have selected the one way valve for of the air from the air train will force this water
its reliability and quality, inspection and mainte- out through the main exhaust/water dump valve
nance of this valve must be done regularly. It is found just below the oral nasal mask, or to the
very easy to disassemble and inspect. (A rebuild port side, as in the SL 27® helmet.
kit for this valve is available, order P/N 525-330).
The gas flow continues into the oral nasal mask
B WARNING by means of the oral/nasal valve. The diver can
breathe from this flow of gas if the demand regu-
The one way valve must be tested
lator malfunctions. The gas then flows into the
daily, prior to the commencement of
diving operations. Failure of one way regulator and out through the regulator exhaust.
valve could cause serious injury or From there it can exit through either of the ex-
death. Follow the procedures for test- haust valves and out through the whiskers.
ing the valve in this manual.
Returning to the side block assembly: the other
The emergency gas comes from a tank of com- passage for gas is to the demand regulator. It
pressed gas worn by the diver. It enters the sys- goes to a bent tube assembly that connects to the
tem through the Emergency Gas valve when the inlet nipple of the demand regulator. The flow
diver turns the control knob on. The flow then of gas in the demand regulator assembly is con-
enters the side block. trolled by the inlet valve that supplies gas to the
diver on inhalation “demand” only, and shuts off
during the exhalation cycle.
B DANGER
Never connect the umbilical main gas The side block on the helmet is drilled and tapped
supply hose from the diving station to the to accept low-pressure inflator hoses. This allows
helmet emergency valve. There is no one the diver the capability to inflate variable vol-
way valve in the emergency gas valve. ume dry suits and buoyancy compensators. It is
If this mistake is made, any break in the tapped with a 3/8-24 thread orifice, standard for
supply hose could possibly result in a
American first stage scuba regulator low-pres-
“squeeze”. This could result in serious
injury or death. sure auxiliary fittings.

As an added precaution, the orifice for dry suit/

Both sources of gas flow through the same pas-
buoyancy compensator inflation is restricted to
sage in the side block body to three exits. One exit
supply only enough air for suit or BC inflation.
is always open to supply gas to the demand regu-
lator assembly. The second exit is to the defogger
valve (also known as the free-flow or steady-flow
valve) assembly. The third is to the port on the
side block to connect a dry suit inflator hose.

On the stainless steel side blocks only, a sec-

ond and third port are located on the top of the

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B WARNING
The side block inflator port is intend-
ed for dry suits and buoyancy com-
pensators only - NOT air tools. When
using the side block low-pressure
inflator port, only good quality hoses
and fittings should be used and must
incorporate an in-line flow restrictor to
reduce gas flow in the event of hose
failure. Any hose or fitting failure in
this arrangement will subject the diver
to a decreased air supply.

B WARNING
When using the side block low pres-
sure inflator port, the diver should
only use high quality hoses with an
integrated flow restrictor.
Low pressure hoses may be
The low pressure inflator port is shipped plugged connected to the side block.
at delivery. This inflation capability does not sig-
nificantly interfere in any way with the breath- All KMDSI Helmets and Band Masks are
ing characteristics of the regulator during nor- equipped with a multi-turn demand regulator
mal use providing a limiting hose is used. The adjustment knob. This adjustment knob allows
low-pressure inflation hose should be one that is the diver to make corrections to compensate for
restricted to flow less than 100 LPM. a wide range of incoming gas supply pressures.

The demand regulator senses the start of the div- The adjustment knob operates by simply increas-
er’s inhalation and opens the inlet valve, match- ing or decreasing the amount of spring bias ten-
ing the diver’s need. The regulator continues to sion on the demand regulator inlet valve. The
match the diver’s inhalation as the rate increas- adjustment knob has a range of approximately
es, peaks, then ebbs and stops. When the diver 13 turns from full in to full out. The intent of this
exhales, the supply gas stays off as the exhaled bias adjustment device is strictly to allow the
gas flows through the regulator body, out the reg- diver to make adjustments for variations in um-
ulator exhaust valve, through the whisker, and bilical supply pressure.
out into the water. The whisker wings deflect the
exhaust bubbles away from the face port to keep This adjustment device is not intended as a mini-
the diver’s view clear. mum-maximum device. Minimum and maximum
applies to supply pressure only. The adjustment
knob should be adjusted by the diver to be at the
easiest breathing setting at all times. The exact
number of turns required is dependent on the
supply pressure.

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hose that is connected to the inlet of the Emer-

B CAUTION gency Gas Supply Valve (EGS).
Diving a KMDSI helmet or band mask
with a bias setting greater than the The KMDSI Overpressure Relief Valve, (part
smallest amount necessary to keep number 200-017) is fully adjustable and service-
the demand valve from free flowing able and has been designed to relieve any over-
increases the work of breathing and pressurization of the first stage regulator greater
reduces the diver’s ability to perform than the desired setting.
heavy work.
Every bailout (Emergency Gas System or EGS)
B CAUTION first stage regulator must be fitted with an over-
pressure relief valve to prevent over pressuriza-
The regulator adjustment knob should tion of the EGS L.P hose in the event the first
be adjusted to the easiest breath- stage develops a “creep” (i.e., leaks pressure).
ing setting at all times. Adjusting the
regulator further in than necessary
to keep from free-flowing increases
breathing resistance.
B WARNING
Be sure the Emergency air/gas first
stage regulator is fitted with a relief
1.8.4 Free Flow valve for over-pressurization of the
All KMDSI helmets and band masks can be used emergency gas supply hose. A leaky
first stage can overpressure the hose
in a free flow mode through the use of the defog-
resulting in hose rupture. This would
ger valve (also known as the free flow or steady cause a loss of the entire emergency
flow valve), or by the use of the demand regulator gas supply, with possible serious in-
bias setting. Sometimes both are used together. jury or death.

Using the helmet in the free flow dive mode in-

creases noise levels and uses much more gas than
when using in normal demand mode. However, The over-pressure relief valve
it is recommended that the diver set up a very should be installed on every
slight free flow when at rest and during decom- first stage used for bailout.
pression. A very slight free flow will keep CO2
levels very low. Typically, with all dive helmets, KMDSI Part #200-017
CO2 can build up inside the helmet during peri-
ods of inactivity due to the ratio of CO2 produced
compared to the amount of gas being breathed
by the diver. By adjusting the helmet to a very
slight free flow, just enough flow so it does not
affect communications or become an annoyance,
this will keep CO2 levels very low when the diver
is inactive and at rest.

Running a continuous HEAVY FREE FLOW IS

NOT RECOMMENDED because it makes com-
munications difficult and subjects the diver to
high levels of noise.

1.8.5 Emergency Gas Supply System

(EGS)
KMDSI strongly recommends that the working
diver carry an independent supply of compressed
gas (or air) fitted with a first stage regulator and

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Description and Operational Specifications General Description

NOTE: This valve can be adjusted for various dam and lower portion of the head cushion firm-
relief pressures. ly securing the helmet to the diver’s head. The
neck pad also helps prevent neck dam balloon-
ing. Each diver must personally adjust the fit of
their helmet by adjusting the neck pad, the head
cushion, and the head cushion spacer. All of these
parts together help provide a good fit.

Both sides of the helmet locking collar have a

latch catch block to receive the locking sealed
pull pins. If the sealed pull pins are turned to the
locking position while the locking collar is open,
the locking collar will snap into the locked posi-
tion when it is pushed up into the helmet neck
ring. The sealed pull pin on each side must be
pulled to release the locking collar to remove the
helmet. This system provides an extremely se-
cure method of attaching the helmet to the diver.

The special locking sealed pull pins mentioned

above are filled with silicone fluid. This helps
to prevent fine sand or mud from entering the
The diver should always be equipped mechanism so as to avoid jamming.
with an emergency gas system.
The head cushion is made from layers of open cell
foam inserted into a head shaped nylon bag. Add-
B CAUTION ing or subtracting foam layers from the bag can
Your emergency air/gas supply on adjust the fit of the head cushion. Extra cushion-
a deep mixed-gas dive is extremely ing and better fit may also be obtained by the use
limited. All divers must be aware of of the head cushion foam spacer. The head cush-
exactly how long their bailout bottle ion must be adjusted correctly for the helmet to
will last at depth. For example, a diver
breathing one cubic foot of air a min- fit properly.
ute at the surface will use up a 50 cu-
bic foot bailout bottle in approximately The relationship between the locking collar as-
7 minutes at 198 FSW while at rest. sembly, head cushion, head cushion foam spacer,
chin cushion, and helmet shell all affect the fit of
1.8.6 Helmet Attachment to the Diver the helmet.

SL 17C, 27, KM 37, 37SS, 47, 77 and 97 Hel-

mets:
The ring on the base of the helmet shell has a
machined O-ring sealing surface. The O-ring
that seals against this surface sits inside the
neck dam ring assembly. The neck dam ring is
actually a multi piece assembly, consisting of
the upper split rings and the lower stepped ring.
The neck dam is captured (sandwiched) between
these parts.

The locking collar and neck pad assembly has

an opening smaller than most divers’ heads, so
the helmet is almost impossible to accidentally
dislodge. The neck pad pushes against the neck

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ADJUSTMENT SPLIT RING

NUT, NECK PAD

LOCK NUT

WASHER
WASHER
LOCKING COLLAR NEOPRENE
NECK DAM,
MEDIUM

NECK PAD
HINGE BOLT
O-RING,
NECK RING
T-WASHER

SCREW
STEPPED
NECK DAM
RING

PULL STRAP
The Locking Collar assembly. ASSEMBLY

STRAP PLATE
SCREW

SCREW
The Neck Dam/Ring Assembly

SL 17B Helmet
On the SuperLite® 17B, the helmet shellSCREW
has an
O-ring seal around the base of the fiberglass rim.
The helmet is held in place on the diver’s head
by the neck clamp/yoke assembly, which mounts
on the diver’s neck and seals to the bottom rim of
the helmet.

The adjustment of this clamp is critical to the

safe use of the helmet. Periodic adjustments to
the clamp MUST be made as the neck dam ages
or if you convert to a dry suit mount. The ad-
justment should always be checked if the neck
clamp/yoke assembly is used on different hel-
mets. YOU SHOULD NEVER HAVE TO FORCE
THE CLAMP SHUT.

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Description and Operational Specifications General Description

able out of the water, and may feel snug, once

B WARNING in the water the neck dam will loosen slightly
Be sure the Emergency air/gas first due to compression of the neoprene foam.
stage regulator is fitted with a relief
valve in case of over-pressurization 1.8.8 Reducing Carbon Dioxide
of the emergency gas supply hose. A
leaky first stage can overpressure the It is important to reduce the volume of air/gas
hose resulting in hose rupture. This space that the diver is breathing through. To en-
would cause a loss of the entire emer- able this, a rubber oral nasal mask is located in-
gency gas supply, with possible seri- side the helmet to fit over the diver’s nose and
ous injury or death. mouth. The oral nasal attaches to the regulator
mount nut. This separates the breathing gas flow
from the larger gas space on the interior of the
B CAUTION helmet, and this in turn reduces carbon dioxide
The fit of the Kirby Morgan helmets is buildup. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) can also build up
partially determined by the adjustment inside the helmet if regular ventilation does not
of the neck pad. If the neck pad is not take place.
properly adjusted it may be very un-
comfortable on the diver’s neck. Take
the time to adjust the neck pad prop- B WARNING
erly and check the fit prior to each
dive to ensure the adjustment has not Always be sure the oral nasal valve
changed. is properly mounted in the oral nasal
mask. If the valve is mounted improp-
erly or is absent this can lead to a
1.8.7 Sealing Arrangement higher CO2 level inside the helmet. A
The neck dam is available in several sizes and
higher CO2 level can cause dizziness,
nausea, headaches, shortness of
is fabricated in a cone shape. The standard neck breath, or blackout.
dam on Kirby Morgan helmets is made of foam
neoprene. Optional latex neck dams are avail-
1.8.9 Communications
able.
In Kirby Morgan helmets (with the exception of
The neck dam seals against the diver’s neck. The the SL 17B and 17C), both earphones and micro-
fit of the neoprene neck dam may be made larger phone are wired in parallel to the communica-
by trimming. Only trim a maximum of ¼” at a tions module. This module allows for rapid re-
time; trimming too much will result in a loose fit. placement of the entire communications system.
The module can be equipped with either a wa-
B WARNING terproof connector, or binding posts for bare wire
connection.
Pulling the neck dam over the diver’s
head can be difficult. Stretching (ex- Kirby Morgan uses only high quality speakers
panding) the seal and placing it part and microphones in its communication system,
way over the head can help reduce the
to help ensure the clearest possible communica-
force needed to install the seal. Prop-
er training is necessary to install the tions.
neck seal over the diver’s head and
onto his neck. Although the possibil- 1.8.10 Equalizing the Middle Ear
ity is very remote, injury may result if
this procedure is not done properly. A nose block device allows the diver to block his
If a diver does not know how to don nose to provide an overpressure in his middle
the neck dam, he must seek proper ear for equalization. The blocking pad on the in-
instruction before proceeding. side of the oral nasal mask is attached to a shaft
which passes through a packing gland to the out-
NOTE: If you must trim the neck dam, be careful side of the helmet. A knob attached to the end of
not to trim off too much material. The neck dam the shaft can be pushed in to slide the pad under
must fit snugly. While it may be a bit uncomfort- the diver’s nose.

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PACKING NUT
Each Pull Pin Latch Catch Assembly is shipped
with a Safety Pin, Part Number 535-900 which
NOSE BLOCK
KNOB we recommend be used when the user requires a
O-RING
two step release system on the helmet. It can be
PORT RETAINER used with or without a cord attached to prevent
loss of the Safety Pin when not in use. All Pull
O-RING
Pin Latch Catch Assemblies, P/N 505-010 or 505-
ORAL NASAL MASK 011, which are sold as spare or replacement parts
NOSE BLOCK include this Safety Pin, P/N 535-900.
DEVICE
The Latch Catch is designed so that in the event
When not needed, the knob is pulled out so the that the pin is pulled and the yoke drops down,
pad does not rub under the diver’s nose. The pad the neck clamp will remain closed. It acts as two
may also be turned upside down (to provide more separate locks.
clearance under the diver’s nose) by rotating the
shaft.

1.8.11 Face Port or Viewing Lens

The face port or viewing lens is extremely strong
clear polycarbonate plastic which is easily re-
movable for replacement. An O-ring, located un-
der the lens, seals the lens to the viewport recess
in the helmet shell.

B DANGER
The port retainer screws must be tight-
ened to proper torque specifications per
the instructions in this manual. Old latch catch assembly.
See “Torque Specs” on page APNDX-19 for This device should no longer be used.
proper torque specifications. Do not over
tighten. This could lead to port failure and
helmet flooding. Drowning could result.

1.8.12 SuperLite® 17B Latch Catch

Assembly, Pull Pin
The latch catch assembly includes the pull pin
and safety pin. The purpose of this assembly is to
ensure that the neck clamp assembly remains se-
curely fastened around the base of the helmet, so
the helmet remains on the diver. This arrange- Current latch catch assembly with safety pin.
ment functions in a similar manner to the old
“dummy pin” on a heavy gear helmet. 1.9 Accessories
All SuperLite® 17B helmets currently manufac- 1.9.1 Eye Protection for Welding
tured by KMDSI have the Pull Pin Latch Catch The Welding Lens assembly (Part #525-403) or
Assembly, part number 505-010 (brass) or 505- the Weld Shield Assembly (Part #525-400) may
011 (chrome)on the helmet to lock the Yoke in be installed on the port retainer using the pre-
position. The mounting system for the Pull Pin drilled and tapped holes that are provided. These
Latch Catch Assembly is identical to the old style holes are plugged with blanking screws when a
Push Pin Latch Catch Assembly, P/N 505-015 new helmet is shipped from the factory.
which has been obsolete since early 1995.

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The KMDSI Weld Shield Assembly

The KMDSI Welding Lens for Kirby Morgan (KMDSI P/N 525-400)
helmets (KMDSI P/N 525-403)
1.9.2 Hot Water Shroud (P/N 525-100)
B CAUTION and Water Shroud (P/N 525-761)
Be sure to use only the mount screws KMDSI manufactures a hot water shroud kit
provided with the weld lens assembly. suitable for most helmet models, due to the size
Longer screws can damage the port and shape differences. Helmets that won’t accept
retainer mounting inserts and cause this hot water shroud are the KM 37SS, KM 47,
the face port O-ring to leak.
KM 77 and KM 97. The KM 97 uses a unique wa-
ter shroud kit (P/N 525-761). For the 17B, 17C,
The weld lenses are standard 2 × 4 ½ inches or 27 and 37, the shroud completely encases the side
4 ½ × 5 ½, identical to the lenses used in topside block, bent tube assembly, and demand regula-
welding hoods. They may be replaced quickly tor to provide efficient gas heating for especially
without tools. deep or cold dives. Heating the diver’s breathing
gas is especially important in cold water or when
breathing mixtures of helium and oxygen.

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1.9.3 Special Regulator Tools for the

SuperFlow® and the SuperFlow® 350
Five special tools are available for internal ad-
justment of the demand regulator assembly: the
inlet valve holder, regulator adjustment wrench,
socket wrench, regulator mount nut socket
wrench and castle wrench. These three wrench-
es make regulator adjustment much easier. The
tools come in a convenient, wallet sized pouch
with instructions. (P/N 525-620). This tool kit
ships standard with every Kirby Morgan helmet
equipped with the SuperFlow® or the SuperFlow®
350 regulator.

The hot water shroud, P/N 525-100 is recommended

for deep mixed gas diving.
(Not compatible with all models)

The Regulator Tool Kit for the SuperFlow® or

the SuperFlow® 350 regulator, Part #525-620.

The water shroud kit P/N 525-761 can be used for

both traditional hot water applications and in dirty
or debris laden water, using a constant water supply
for increased protection of key helmet components.

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Description and Operational Specifications Helmet Transport And Storage

1.9.4 Special Regulator Tools for REX® air filled pillows with Styrofoam inserts to
Regulator stabilize the helmet;

• The weight of the box is usually 40 pounds

(18 Kg);

• The package dimension is 18 × 18 × 15 inches

(460 × 460 × 380 mm);

• One helmet is packed per box;

• The helmets are sent to dealers by air or

truck, depending on dealer request.

A special tool kit, Part #525-768 is available that

will assist you in removing and adjusting the
REX® regulator on the Kirby Morgan 47 or 77
helmet. This tool kit ships standard with every
new KM 47 or 77 helmet. Packaging step 1

Use a brush with a soft handle, made from brass

or plastic, to avoid damage to the critical internal
bore of the main tube when cleaning it.

B WARNING
When purchasing spare parts, always
insist on Kirby Morgan Genuine Parts.
Although other parts may look the
same, they may not be manufactured
to the same standards of quality.
Improperly manufactured parts can
cause accidents.

1.10 Helmet Transport And

Storage
Packaging step 2
1.10.1 Transport
The following images used in this section for hel-
met transport and storage are generic, as all CE
certified helmets are shipped in the same man-
ner.

• The type of package is a cardboard box with

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Packaging step 3

Packaging step 5

Packaging step 4 Packaging step 6

1.10.2 Storage
NOTE: For your records: (Company equipment
log and/or diver’s personal log) be aware that the
first day a helmet is used is its 1st DIVE DATE.
This date begins the time clock for maintenance
and inspections. This date should be the first en-
try into the maintenance and repair log book that
comes with the KMDSI helmet/mask. It is also
recommended to add the entry into the diver’s log
book.

For new helmets in the box (inspected upon re-

ceipt, but never dived), stored in inventory longer
than one year, a “Monthly Inspection” in accor-
dance with Check List Appendices A2.2 should
be performed.

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Description and Operational Specifications Band Mask® Transport And Storage

For post-dived helmets in storage longer than

eight months, an “Annual Inspection” in accor-
dance with Check List Appendices A2.1 is recom-
mended for the helmet/mask after storage, prior
to diving.

For post-dived helmets in storage longer than

three weeks, a “Monthly Inspection” in accor-
dance with Check List Appendices A2.2 is recom-
mended for the helmet/mask after storage, prior
to diving.

1.11 Band Mask® Transport And

Storage
1.11.1 Transport
• The type of package is a cardboard box with
air pillows or packing pillows paper packag-
ing to stabilize the Band Mask®.
Packaging of the BandMask, step 1.

The weight of the box is usually:

• 15 pounds (6.8 Kg);

The package dimensions are:

• A 12 × 12 × 12 inches (305 × 305 × 305 mm)

goes into a 14 × 14 × 14 inches (357 × 357 ×
357 mm);

• The Band Masks® are sent to dealers by air or

truck, depending on dealer request.

Packaging of the BandMask, step 2.

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Final packaging of the BandMask

1.11.2 Storage
NOTE: For your records: (Company equipment
Packaging of the BandMask, step 3.
log and/or diver’s personal log) be aware that the
first day a helmet is used is its 1st DIVE DATE.
This date begins the time clock for maintenance
and inspections. This date should be the first en-
try into the maintenance and repair log book that
comes with the KMDSI helmet/mask. It is also
recommended to add the entry into the diver’s log
book.

For new BandMasks® in the box (inspected upon

receipt, but never dived), stored in inventory
longer than one year, a “Monthly Inspection”
in accordance with Check List Appendices A2.2
should be performed.

For post-dived BandMasks® in storage longer

than eight months, an “Annual Inspection” in
accordance with Check List Appendices A2.1 is
recommended for the helmet/mask after storage,
prior to diving.

Packaging of the BandMask, step 4. For post-dived BandMasks® in storage longer

than three weeks, a “Monthly Inspection” in ac-
cordance with Check List Appendices A2.2 is
recommended for the helmet/mask after storage,
prior to diving.

1.11.3 Helmet Carrying Bag

To help protect your helmet, the helmet carrying
bag should be used to transport and store your
helmet between jobs.

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The KMDSI Helmet Bag, Part #500-901.

The KMDSI bag is made from extra heavy duty,

black, ripstop nylon. The bottom of the bag is
padded for additional protection. Grommeted
drain holes allow the bag to breathe. The bag
is also equipped with large carrying straps and
side pockets. The bag is not intended for shipping
your helmet as air cargo.

1.12 Use of Kirby Morgan Original

Replacement Parts
Users of Kirby Morgan life support equipment
are cautioned to always use Kirby Morgan origi-
nal replacement parts. Parts manufactured by
third party companies can cause accidents.

Look for the Kirby Morgan logo on Kirby Morgan

products. This is your assurance that you are
getting genuine Kirby Morgan replacement parts.

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