| Regulator |
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At the end of a day’s diving make sure the dust
cover is dried and fitted. |
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Wash the regulator set in fresh cold or warm water ensuring
that water cannot get into the low and high pressure hoses
and systems. |
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There are several sanitizers available for cleaning
regulator mouthpieces if required. |
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Remove as much water as possible with a towel, and air
dry on a line. |
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Store in a cool dry environment with the hoses as straight
as possible. |
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| Dry, semi-dry, and wet suits |
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These should be washed in fresh cold or warm water after
use, and air dried using an appropriate sized hanger.
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Zips should be lubricated with the appropriate lubricant,
and seals examined and dusted with talc. |
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Any tears or abrasions should be attended to. |
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Annually, dry suit valves should be serviced, and the
suit pressurised to check for leaks and deterioration. |
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| BCD’s |
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BCD’s should be washed in fresh cold or warm
water after use. |
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On a frequent basis, the bladder should be treated with
a cleaner/detergent that is effective against bacteria,
viruses and fungi. |
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The bladder should then be partially inflated and dried. |
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An inspection and checks for correct operation should
also be carried out. |
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BCD’s should be serviced and checked on an annual
basis, renewing seals and “O” rings. |
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| Ancillary equipment |
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Such as computers, knives, torches, cameras, SMB’s
and reels, etc. |
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Should be washed in fresh water after use and drip dried |
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Knives once dried should be cleaned and lightly coated
in food grade silicon grease. |
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Rubber, silicon and wearable items should be inspected
and replaced if defective |
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Store in a cool dry environment. |
