Using Your Wtx System; Predive Inspection 3 - Apeks wtx series Owner's Manual

USING YOUR WTX SYSTEM

Predive Inspection
Before each use, the BC must be given a thorough visual
inspection and functional test. NEVER dive with a BC that
shows signs of damage to its bladder or valving until it has
received a complete inspection and service from an autho-
rized dealer.
Inspection Checklist:
. Connect the power inflator to a source of clean, com-
. Manually operate the overpressure relief (OPR) valves
3. Check the function of the oral inflator button and over-
WARNING: If you can hear any leaks, or if the bladder begins
to deflate within 5-10 minutes, DO NOT attempt to use the BC
until it has received service from an authorized dealer.
Note: If applicable, perform steps 1-3 above on the second
bladder of the redundant bladder model.
4. Make a final check of the cylinder band's tension to en-
5. Before entering the water, check both weight pouches to
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pressed air, via the MP quick disconnect hose. Depress
and release the inflator button intermittently to ensure
that the airflow is unobstructed, and that the airflow
stops completely when the button is released.
by pulling on the attached ball and cord to release air
from inside the BC, and then fully inflate the BC until the
OPR valve opens. Examine the operation of the OPR
valves by repeatedly inflating the BC to ensure that they
open to relieve excess pressure, yet close immediately
afterward to allow the bladder to remain taut and fully
inflated.
pressure relief/ manual dump valve (see Deflation
Methods on page 26) to ensure a rapid and unobstruct-
ed exhaust from each valve. Fully inflate the BC once
again, and disconnect the Power Inflator from the com-
pressed air supply and listen closely for any leaks.
sure that it has not loosened due to stretching. Retighten
if necessary.
ensure that they are correctly fastened to the BC.
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