Uwatec X-Black Manual page 13

Pre-Dive Visual Inspection and Valve Test:
1. Examine the entire BC for cuts, punctures, frayed seams, excessive abrasion, loose/
missing hardware and other damage of any kind.
2. Inspect the Oral Valve, Power Inflation Valve, Manual Dump Valve and Over Pressure
Valve(s) for cracks, damage, or contamination.
3. Operate the Power Inflation Valve (with the LP hose attached and charged with air
pressure), Oral Valve, manual Dump Valve and Over Pressure Valve, checking for proper
operation and resealing. If the OP Valve has a Pull Dump, test it by pulling on the cord.
4. Inflate the BC through the Oral Valve until it is firm. Listen and check for leaks. Let the BC
stand inflated for 30 minutes or more, then check the BC for loss of air.
5. Soak the cylinder band(s) and fit the BC to a SCUBA cylinder, pull up on the BC while
attached on the SCUBA cylinder, checking that the BC will not slip while diving.
6. While wearing the BC, adjust the straps and other attachments on the BC for a
comfortable fit that does not restrict breathing. Make these adjustments with the BC
inflated and while wearing the exposure suit you intend to dive with.
7. Check quick release weight pockets or systems that retain weight (if your BC is equipped
with them). Make sure that their retention systems are fully engaged and attached : they
have to be released, and the weight removed from your equipment, quickly.
8. Cross check all valves' operation and visually inspect your BC with your dive partner
before each dive, prior to entering the water.
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DO nOT DIVE with a BC that is damaged, leaks air, or does not function properly.
Terminate any dive as safely and quickly as possible if the BC becomes damaged,
leaks air, or does not function properly.
Post-Dive : BC Cleaning and examination and Storage
With proper care and service, your BC should provide years of enjoyment.
Maintenance and care procedures must be observed and are as follows:
1. Rinse the BC thoroughly inside and out with fresh water after every use (do not use any
aggressive solvent and/or cleansing liquid).
• Fill the BC Inner Bladder, approximately 1/4 full with clean fresh water through the Oral valve.
• Orally inflate the BC and shake to distribute water inside of the BC.
• Hold the BC upside down, depress the Oral Valve Button, and allow all water and air
to drain from the Oral Valve mouthpiece.
• Repeat one or two more times.
• Rinse the entire BC with fresh water by dipping in a tub or spraying with a hose.
• Rinse all valves to make sure all sand and other debris is removed.
2. Dry the BC: if hanging, make sure it is not in direct sunlight. Dry completely if storing,
slightly inflated.
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Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to chlorinated water, such as in swimming
pools. Wash your BC immediately after any use in chlorinated water. Chlorinated
water can oxidize fabrics and materials on your BC, thereby shortening their life,
and cause colors (especially neon) to fade. Damage and fading from prolonged
exposure to chlorinated water is specifically not covered under warranty.
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