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- Page 1 Quick Start Guide To view the complete Regulator Owner’s Manual, please visit www.XSscuba.com www.XSscuba.com...
- Page 2 Quick Start Guide www.XSscuba.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Warnings, Cautions and Notes General Precautions and Warnings 06-07 Enriched Air Nitrox Use 08-09 Your Regulator at a Glance Preparation and Set Up Venturi Lever InhalationControl Knob 12-13 Preparing to Dive 14-15 Diving / Post Dive Procedure 16-17 Care and Maintenance 18-19 Dealer Inspection and Service Warranty 21-22 Annual Service Record www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Breathe easy, you own an XS Scuba Regulator! You can dive with confidence knowing each XS Scuba regulator is built to the highest standards. Your regulator is the result of quality engineering, material selection and precise assembly methods. Each XS Scuba regulator is 100% tested prior to final packaging so you know it works right the first time you breathe it. With proper care and maintenance, your regulator will continue to deliver its factory-new performance for many, many years to come. XS Scuba hopes that you have many exciting underwater adventures ahead of you. We are excited to be a part of those adventures. www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 5: Warnings, Cautions And Notes
Warnings, Cautions and Notes It is important to pay special attention to the information provided in warnings, cautions and notes, which are accompanied by the following symbols: A WARNING indicates any situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. A CAUTION indicates any situation or technique that could cause damage to the product, and could subsequently result in injury to the user. A NOTE is used to emphasize important points, tips, and reminders. www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 6: General Precautions And Warnings
General Precautions and Warnings WARNING: Before using are not properly trained to work this regulator, you must have on this regulator successfully received training and WARNING: This regulator certification in the technique of SCUBA diving from a recognized is designed for use in water that is 50°F / 10°C and above. training agency (or any Military or government operated diving Use of this regulator in water temperatures below 50°F / 10°C school). Use of SCUBA equipment by uncertified or untrained could result in the regulator persons is dangerous and can freezing and not performing as result in serious injury or death. designed. WARNING: Keep your WARNING: DO NOT leave regulator in good working the cylinder standing unsecured condition by having it with the regulator attached to the serviced annually at an authorized valve. Should the cylinder get knocked over, permanent damage XS Scuba Dealer. Service, disassembly or adjustment must may occur to the regulator and the cylinder valve. not be attempted by persons who www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 7: General Precautions And Warnings
General Precautions and Warnings WARNING: DO NOT use the regulator first stage as a carry handle when lifting or transporting the cylinder as this can damage the regulator and / or the cylinder valve. WARNING: Always pressurize the regulator gradually by opening the cylinder valve SLOWLY. WARNING: This regulator is not configured for commercial use with surface supplied air. www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 8: Enriched Air Nitrox Use
Enriched Air Nitrox Use Your XS Scuba regulator has been prepared for use with enriched air nitrox (EAN) where the oxygen WARNING: This section percentage does not exceed contains important information 40% (EAN40).This is because regarding the use of this regulator your regulator was built to a high with enriched air nitrox. Do not standard of cleanliness using EAN use this regulator with enriched compatible parts and lubricant. air nitrox if you do not fully understand this section. To do If it is your intention to use your otherwise puts you at risk new XS Scuba regulator with EAN of serious injury or death. up to 40%O2, it is critical that you maintain the internal cleanliness WARNING: Obtain an of your regulator (see section on enriched air nitrox diving Care and Maintenance). certification. In order to fully understand the risks involved with If it is your intention to use your diving elevated percentages of regulator interchangeably with oxygen (above 21%), you must breathing air, the breathing air obtain a certification in enriched should be “oxygen-compatible” air nitrox from a recognized or “hyper-filtered” whereas the training agency. - Page 9 air do not exceed 0.1mg/m3. of the equipment. When these Your local XS Scuba Dealer can hydrocarbons come in contact help you determine whether the with high pressure oxygen breathing air they provide meets enriched air, they can pose a this criterion. very real hazard that can lead to combustion. Standard compressed breathing air, often referred to as “Grade Therefore, if a regulator has been E” does not necessarily meet used with Grade E breathing air, this criterion. Grade E breathing it should receive overhaul service, air may contain certain levels of including hydrocarbon cleaning, hydrocarbons, including traces prior to being put back into nitrox of compressor oils, that while not service. considered harmful to breathe, can pose a risk in the presence of Although second stage elevated oxygen content. components are not subjected to high pressure EAN, XS Scuba Passing hydrocarbons through recommends that the same a valve and regulator creates guidelines apply. a cumulative effect where the hydrocarbons build up over time along the internal passageways www.XSscuba.com...
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Page 10: Your Regulator At A Glance
Your Regulator at a Glance 1 Yoke screw 2 Dust cap 3 Yoke 4 MP accessory port 5 HP accessory port 6 Mouthpiece 7 Venturi lever 8 Inhalation control knob 9 Purge cover 10 Ambient pressure ports Medium pressure ports are for your Preparation and Set Up primary and alternate second stages, BC inflator hose and possibly a Your regulator has 1 or 2 high drysuit inflator hose. pressure ports and 4 medium pressure ports to attach your CAUTION: XS Scuba various accessories. High pressure recommends that you have your XS ports are where you would attach Scuba Dealer install your accessory such items as your submersible items to prevent over-torquing pressure gauge, console, transmitter the hose fittings and to optimize or air-integrated computer. placement of accessory hoses. www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 11: Venturi Lever
Venturi Lever You will notice a lever on the side of the second stage opposite the hose connection. Moving this lever back and forth changes the direction of the air internally in the second stage. When pulled back, towards your mouth, to and the regulator is out of your the plus “+” setting, the air flow mouth, the second stage can get creates a “venturi” effect which bumped and go into a freeflow creates a nice boost in breathing condition. Should this happen, just performance. When moved move the lever to the minus “ - ” forward, away from the mouth, position and the freeflow will stop. to the minus “-” setting, the venturi effect is interrupted which NOTE: The simplest way to increases your breathing effort. use this performance feature is The deeper you go, the more to place the lever in the plus “+” noticeable this becomes. position when the regulator is in your mouth and move it to the It is important to note, that when minus “ – ” position when it is out the lever is on the plus “+” setting of your mouth. www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 12: Inhalationcontrol Knob
Inhalation Control Knob The Inhalation Control Knob, located next to the venturi lever on certain model second stages, adjusts the effort required to initiate the inhalation cycle. As it is turned in (clockwise), the opening effort will increase. This will make the second stage less sensitive to sudden changes in ambient pressure. Turning the knob “out” (counter- clockwise) will decrease the opening effort to make breathing easier. Sometimes a slight hissing may be heard in this setting. If this occurs, turn the knob clockwise just enough to stop the hissing. www.XSscuba.com... - Page 13 the course of your dive, or The Inhalation Control Knob you can leave it set in its mid- is particularly useful at deeper range position and dive with as depths, or in variable conditions you would any non-adjustable that affect the opening effort of second stage. the second stage, such as facing into strong currents or while using a diver propulsion vehicle (DPV). It will also allow compensation for a difference in the hydrostatic pressure between your second stage and the center of your lungs, such as when you are in a head-down position. You can use the Inhalation Control Knob to tune your regulator to maintain its peak performance throughout www.XSscuba.com...
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Page 14: Preparing To Dive
Preparing to Dive snug. Confirm that the yoke screw engages the small dimple on the Partially loosen the yoke screw to back of the cylinder valve. remove the dust cap CAUTION: Over-tightening the regulator on the valve can cause Vent a small amount of air from the cylinder valve to blow out any damage and make it difficult to remove the regulator after the dive. dust, debris or moisture It is the valve o-ring that forms the seal, not excessive tightening of Inspect the condition of the cylinder valve o-ring. Replace if the yoke screw. damaged or missing. Place the venturi lever in the minus “-” position. Turn the Place the regulator’s connection yoke over the valve so that the inhalation control knob, if inlet fitting of the regulator seats applicable, clockwise, all the way inward. against the valve o-ring AND the primary second stage hose routes Make sure that your pressure over the divers right shoulder. Hold in place while you turn gauge or computer faces away from you. the yoke screw clockwise until www.XSscuba.com... - Page 15 Pressurize the regulator by WARNING: Do not dive if your SLOWLY opening the cylinder regulator or its accessories are valve. Continue to open the valve leaking. all the way and then back a half turn. Depress the purge button briefly to ensure sufficient air flow and to Listen for leaks near both stages blow out any dust or debris. of the regulator, any accessories and along the length of the hoses. Place the regulator in your mouth. If there is air leaking between Move the venturi lever to the the regulator and the cylinder plus “+” position. If applicable, valve, follow the procedures turn the inhalation control knob for removing the regulator from counterclockwise, all the way out. the valve. Replace the valve Then turn it, clockwise, back in until o-ring and reseat the regulator. the regulator breathes comfortably If leakage persists, return the for you without being overly regulator with cylinder to your sensitive. Inhale and exhale slowly local XS Scuba Dealer for and deeply. The regulator should inspection and repair. breathe easily without noticeable resistance. www.XSscuba.com...
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Page 16: Diving / Post Dive Procedure
Diving As a reminder, this regulator is not designed for coldwater use If you are making an entry or (<50°F / 10°C) are surface swimming with the regulator out of your mouth, be WARNING: This regulator is sure to set the venturi lever in the designed for use in water that is minus “-” position and have the 50°F / 10°C and above. Use of this inhalation control knob turned all regulator in water temperatures the way in. Once you place the below 50°F / 10°C could result regulator into your mouth, move in the regulator freezing and not the venturi lever to the plus “+” for performing as designed. the remainder of the dive. Where you set the inhalation control knob Post Dive Procedure will be based upon environmental conditions as well as you personal NOTE: If freshwater is readily preference. See earlier section on available, rinse your regulator the Inhalation Control Knob. thoroughly prior to depressurizing it. This will prevent water from Go ahead, enjoy your dive. If you entering the first stage. don’t have to think about your regulator during the dive, then we NOTE: When you remove the succeeded! www.XSscuba.com... - Page 17 first stage from the cylinder, exercise caution not to let any water enter the first stage through the inlet fitting, where the filter is located. Shut off the cylinder gas supply by turning the cylinder valve handwheel until snug. Depress the second stage purge button to drain the remaining gas from the regulator and hoses. Keep the purge button pressed in until no more gas can be heard exiting the regulator. Turn the yoke screw counterclockwise to loosen the regulator on the cylinder valve. While removing the regulator, keep the first stage inverted with the yoke screw facing down. This will prevent water drops for going in the inlet area where the filter is located. www.XSscuba.com...
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Page 18: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance • Ensure that the dust cap is making a water tight seal over As soon as possible after the dive, the regulator’s inlet fitting. it is important to soak or rinse your • If your regulator has an regulator in fresh water. Warm inhalation control knob, be sure water (<120°F / 49°C) is best. to turn it clockwise, all the way in. The best method is to soak it • DO NOT depress the purge in a tub of water while it is still button. This will allow water connected to the cylinder and to enter the regulator and make pressurized. This keeps rinse its way down the hose to the water out of the hoses and the first stage. first stage. • Keep the second stage lower than the first stage. If this is not possible, then you may soak it while it is While rinsing, move the venturi depressurized as long as you lever back and forth several follow these steps: times to remove any salt, sand or contaminants. www.XSscuba.com... - Page 19 If soaking is not possible, then, as stage low pressure seat while the a minimum, rinse with a garden regulator is in storage. After the hose. Do not use a high pressure regulator is completely dry, you nozzle as this could compromise may store it in a regulator box or the 2nd stage internal parts. Be bag. sure to rinse the inside of the CAUTION: DO NOT store second stage via the mouthpiece as well as the venturi lever. If your regulator in a hot environment applicable, be sure to direct or near an electric motor, which freshwater into the ambient produces ozone. Prolonged pressure ports on the first stage exposure to heat, ozone, chlorine to flush out the main spring cavity. fumes or ultraviolet rays can cause premature degradation of your After rinsing, shake any residual regulator’s soft parts and hoses. water out of the second stage. Hang the regulator by the first stage in a cool, dry environment, out of direct sunlight. Turn the inhalation control knob all the way out, counterclockwise, to lessen spring tension on the 2nd www.XSscuba.com...
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Page 20: Dealer Inspection And Service
Dealer Inspection and If the regulator is used for rental Service or training purposes, it will require factory prescribed service every Do not assume that your regulator three to six months. Chlorinated is in good working order because swimming pool water is an it has received little use since its especially damaging environment last servicing. Storage can be for scuba equipment, due to the hard on a regulator as seals and high levels of chlorine and pH other soft parts can take a set and balancing chemicals that can cause dry out. certain components to rapidly deteriorate. You must obtain factory authorized service from an WARNING: Be sure to have XS Scuba Dealer at least once a your regulator serviced at least year. Your regulator may require once a year by an XS Scuba more frequent service depending Dealer. Your personal safety and on the amount of use it receives the mechanical integrity of your and the type of environmental regulator may depend on it. conditions that it is subjected to. www.XSscuba.com... -
Page 21: Warranty
Warranty • Some parts are subject to wear under minimal or normal use. O-rings, seats, filters, XS Scuba offers a Limited Lifetime diaphragms, valves, tie wraps, Warranty against defects in mouthpieces and hoses should material and workmanship on be inspected for wear on a regular their regulators. basis. Replacement of these items is usually necessitated This warranty is limited and based upon normal wear rather subject to the following than defects. restrictions: • This warranty does not extend to damages caused by improper • The warranty is offered to the use, improper maintenance, original owner only neglect, unauthorized repairs, • The regulator must have been modifications, accidents, fire purchased from an authorized or casualties. XS Scuba dealer. • Cosmetic damage, such as • This warranty does not cover scratches dents or nicks, is not normal wear. Factory prescribed covered by this warranty. service by an authorized • This warranty does not extend to XS Scuba Dealer is required at regulators used for rental, training, least once annually. commercial or military purposes. www.XSscuba.com... - Page 22 For additional information about • This warranty is limited to repair or replacement at the discretion your regulator be sure to visit of XS Scuba. www.xsscuba.com. Here you can learn about an optional DIN NOTE: All warranty connection for your regulator, transactions must be attaching an alternate air source, accompanied by proof of original specifications and more. purchase from and authorized XS Scuba dealer. Be sure to save your sales receipt along with proof of prior annual service.
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Page 23: Annual Service Record
ANNUAL SERVICE RECORD Date Dealer’s Name Technician’s Name Service Performed www.XSscuba.com... - Page 24 RM-0232 rev. 15A www.XSscuba.com tel: 714.424.0434 | fax: 714.424.0454 www.XSscuba.com...
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