15 Post-dive maintenance
Disconnecting
After diving, take out the weight from the weight pockets (if applicable), disconnect the LP hose from the
inflator, and then disconnect the tank.
Draining
Inflate the BC orally using the purge button of the inflator. Next turn the BC to keep the automatic dump valve
at the lowest point of the BC. Pull the valve string, at the same time pressing the BC with your hands to make
water flow out by the open dump valve. Repeat the procedure until all water is removed from the BC.
Rinsing
Every time you use the BC in salt or chlorinated water, it should be rinsed thoroughly inside and out with fresh
water. Never use hot water for rinsing!
To rinse the BC inside, press the purge button of the inflator and fill the BC approximately ¼ full with water by
means of a garden hose spout or other source of fresh water. Rotate the BC several times, and next drain it
according to the above procedure.
Drying
After every use, you should dry the BC thoroughly. When drying, the BC should be fully inflated and hung in a
dry, airy and dark place. When drying, do not expose your BC to direct sunlight or extreme heat!
Storing
Store your BC partially inflated and hung in a dry and dark place away from sharp objects, lubricants, fuels or
solvents.
Do not press the inflator button when rinsing your BC! This may make damp and other contaminants enter
the inflator valve, which may cause subsequent damage to the valve.
Warning!
To prevent your BC from damage, you should never keep it wet for a longer period than a dozen or so
hours.
Warning!
