12 Repair and maintenance
xDEEP BCDs does not contain any elements which can be repaired by the user, and so all repairs (including
lubrication or replacement of worn-out elements) should be performed only by trained technicians holding
certificates issued by the producer (authorized service center).
For repair of xDEEP BCDs, only elements and spare parts supplied by the producer must be used. Elements and
spare parts from other sources, although identical by all appearances, may have slightly different properties,
which may negatively affect the working life of the BC.
The only maintenance procedure which may be performed by the user is rinsing the BC in fresh water. It is
recommended after diving in salt or chlorinated water. On no account should detergents, cleaning agents or
solvents be used for cleaning the BC. In case of heavy soil, contact the producer for additional information.
For safety reasons, the BC should be overhauled after every 200 dives, however not less frequently than
once a year. Such overhaul should be performed by an authorised xDEEP service centre.
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