Inflation Methods - Aqua Lung BC 1 User Manual

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INFLATION METHODS

Power Inflation
For the power inflator to operate, the medium pressure (MP) inflator hose must
be connected. To connect the MP hose, grip the grooved sleeve at the connection
fitting (A) with your thumb and forefinger and slide the sleeve back. Place the
connection fitting over the quick disconnect fitting (B) on the inflator and firmly
push inward while releasing the sleeve. Check to ensure that the MP hose is
securely attached. After the MP hose is attached to the power inflator, pressurize
the first stage regulator by slowly opening the cylinder valve.
To inflate your BC with medium pressure air, depress the power inflator button
(C). Do not hold the power inflator button depressed continuously underwater,
as this could cause you to become excessively buoyant. Instead, depress the
power inflator button in short bursts until you become neutrally buoyant.
Secure the power inflator in place with the hook and loop attachment on the BC.
The working pressure of the inflator is as follows: 103 PSI (7 BAR) minimum -
294 PSI (20 BAR) maximum.
WARNING:
to inflate your BC. It is important to practice the technique of
orally inflating your BC so that you are prepared for any type of
malfunction or out of air situation that could render the power
inflator inoperable. You may otherwise be unable to achieve
positive buoyancy in an emergency, which could lead to serious
injury or death.
Oral Inflation
To orally inflate your BC, place your lips
on the oral inflator mouthpiece (E) and
exhale a small amount of air into the
mouthpiece to purge any water that may
still be in the housing. While continuing
to exhale into the mouthpiece, depress
the oral inflator button (D) to inflate the
BC. Immediately after exhaling, release
the oral inflator button to prevent air from
escaping.
Do not rely on the power inflator as the only means
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