Post-Dive Care And Maintenance - Aqua Lung BC 1 User Manual

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POST-DIVE CARE & MAINTENANCE
1. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and extreme heat. Nylon fabric
can quickly fade when exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays, and extreme
heat may damage the welded bladder seams.
2. Avoid repeated or prolonged use in heavily chlorinated water, which can
cause the BC fabric to discolor and decay prematurely.
3. Do not allow the BC to chafe against any sharp objects or rough surfaces
that could abrade or puncture the bladder. Do not set or drop heavy objects
such as block weights on the BC.
4. Avoid any contact with oil, gasoline, aerosols, or chemical solvents.
5. To preserve the life of the bladder, rinse it inside and out with fresh water after
every day of use, using the following procedure:
a) Pressurize the power inflator with medium pressure (MP) air via the MP hose.
CAUTION:
with air. This will prevent debris and contaminants from entering
the valve mechanism if the inflator button is accidentally depressed.
b) Using a garden hose, direct water through the oral inflator mouthpiece
to flush the interior of the bladder, and then thoroughly rinse the exterior
of the BC.
c) Completely drain the bladder of water, either through the oral inflator or
through the over-pressure relief valve.
d) After rinsing, inflate the BC, and allow it to dry inside and out.
6. Thoroughly rinse each part of the weight release mechanism on the BC and
weight pocket (if equipped). Visually inspect both parts of the mechanism to
make sure they are free of any debris (sand, salt, silt, rocks, etc.) that could
hinder the smooth operation of the mechanism. Connect and release the
mechanism several times to ensure proper operation.
Storage
Store the BC partially inflated, away from direct sunlight and in a clean, dry
area. Do not store the BC in an enclosed space, such as a car trunk, where
temperatures may fall below 0ºF (-18ºC) or rise above 120ºF (49ºC).
Before rinsing, ensure that the inflator is pressurized
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