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BD BUOYANCY COMPENSATOR USER'S MANUAL
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CAUtioN: 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.
CAUtioN: Avoid repeated or prolonged use in heavily chlorinated water, which
can cause the BC fabric to discolor and decay prematurely.
CAUtioN: 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.
CAUtioN: Avoid any contact with oil, gasoline, aerosols, or chemical solvents.
To preserve the life of the bladder, rinse it inside and out with fresh water after
every day of use, using the following procedure:
1. Remove the inflator from the BC by unscrewing the collar at the base of the
elbow. Pressurize the power inflator with Medium Pressure (MP) air, via
the quick disconnect hose and thoroughly rinse the inflator assembly with
fresh water. Hang the inflator (dump valve end down) to allow complete
drainage and drying.
CAUTION: Before rinsing, ensure that the inflator is pressurized with
air. this will prevent debris and contaminants from entering the valve
mechanism if the inflator button is accidentally depressed.
2. Direct fresh water into the inflator connector of the BC until the bladder
is 1/4 full. Thoroughly shake the bladder so the water rinses the entire
inside of the bladder.
3. Remove the OPRV's, rinse thoroughly. Allow the water to drain out of the
bladder. Remove weight pouches from pockets and rinse along with the
exterior of the BC. Allow BC and components to dry overnight.
4 Ensure no water remains inside the bladder. Reinstall OPRV's, inflator
and weigh pockets. Inflate the BC and check for leaks.
5. Store the BC partially inflated in a clean, dry area away from extreme
temperatures: no greater than 120˚F/49˚C and no less than 0˚F/-18˚C.
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