Post Dive Maintenance - Kirby Morgan 200-120 User Manual

Post Dive Maintenance

ten for the sounds of air leaks. Perform accessory checks as
necessary for the equipment in use.
Post Dive Maintenance
1. Secure the cylinder valve, depressurize the regulator assembly
and remove it from the cylinder.
2. Whenever the Regulator is removed from the SCUBA Cylin-
der, the Dust Cap (1) should be dried and installed over the
First Stage Inlet Port (5). It is very important to dry the Dust
Cap (1) to prevent water from the cap from entering the First
Stage. Screw the regulator set screw down until snug and the
rubber dust cap is slightly compressed.
3. At a minimum, the entire regulator should be thoroughly
rinsed with fresh clean water after every dive. Mild hand
washing type dish soap can be used to remove grime.
During rinsing, do not depress the Purge Button on
the Second Stage. Pressing the Purge Button can
allow water to enter the Inlet Valve and balance
chamber .
4. If possible, the entire regulator should be soaked in fresh warm
water, between 70–120 ºF, for 15 minutes or longer. Soaking
in warm water will remove salt and mineral deposits more
effectively than a fresh water rinse alone.
During soaking do not depress the Purge Button on
the Second Stage.
5. Allow the regulator to dry completely before storage. Remove
the exhaust cover, diaphragm retaining ring and diaphragm,
and allow to dry then reassemble the regulator. Do not leave
the regulator sitting in direct sunlight. Shake the second
stage to help remove water trapped inside. Clean, oil-free,
low-pressure (< 30 psig) (1.8 bar) air can be directed into the
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