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When SEA has been subjected to an aquatic environment but not used in a breathing
capacity please follow points 1 – 9 in full.
1. After each in-water use, SEA must be cleaned, inspected, and prepared for the
next use or storage.
2. As soon as possible after use in water, SEA should be soaked thoroughly. SEA is
to be pressurized before being submerged in warm tap water for at least one hour
(water temp should not exceed 49°C ). Soaking allows any salt and minerals to dissolve.
Before soaking, remove the mouthpiece cover to allow water into the second stage
and spring chamber.
3. After SEA has been properly soaked, it is important to thoroughly rinse the first
and second stages utilizing a pressurized stream of water. This will remove the salt
and mineral deposits that were loosened during soaking.
4. To dry SEA after use for storage, the demand valve shall be purged with the
breathing gas on while the demand valve is inverted and tipped downwards towards
the mouthpiece. This is to ensure that all residual water has been drained from inside
the demand valve if any had entered during the cleaning process. Store in a dry and
clean environment with circulating air.
5. Close the handwheel and completely depressurize SEA before storing or
transporting.
6. Due to the possibility of fire and exposure to extreme heat, SEA must be stored
according to the cylinder manufacturers recommended guidelines.
7. Store SEA completely dry, in a clean equipment box or sealed inside a plastic
bag. When possible, avoid storing it where it may be exposed to extreme heat or an
electric motor, which produces ozone. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat, ozone,
chlorine and ultraviolet rays can cause premature degradation to certain parts and
must be prevented.
8. When transporting SEA, take the necessary precautions to ensure that it is
surrounded by a protective cushion to prevent undue shock or impact.
9. Do not use any type of solvent or petroleum based substances to clean or lubricate
any part of SEA. Do not expose SEA to aerosol spray, as some aerosol propellants
attack or degrade rubber and plastic.
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