Zeagle Buoyancy Compensator Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 16)

Adjust the BC so that it does not restrict your breathing. Restriction of normal

breathing while wearing your BC could result in injury or death. Before each dive,

check all bands, straps, clips, and/or waist panels for proper adjustment.

Pre-dive Assembly and Inspection

Over Pressure Valve (OPV)

The over pressure / dump valve is typically located on the lower front of the

bladder assembly. Some models have two OP Valves. As its name implies,

the OP Valve prevents over ination of the bladder. The valve automatically

releases air when the internal bladder pressure exceeds the valve's spring

pressure. The valve will automatically close when the internal bladder

pressure becomes less than the valve's spring pressure. This valve may also

be used to "dump" air when you are diving, by pulling the knob / string that

is attached to the valve. The OP Valve should be inspected before every

dive for proper operation.

Remote Exhaust Valve (RE Valve)

Your BC may be equipped with a remote exhaust valve. If it is, it is located

on the upper left, just behind the shoulder, on the bladder assembly. The RE

Valve allows you to "dump" or exhaust air manually as you adjust for neutral

buoyancy. The RE Valve operates by simply pulling on the power inator

mechanism and corrugated rubber hose.

The RE Valve should be inspected before every dive for proper

operation. Also, inspect that both threaded caps on the RE Valve, are

tightened securely. The exhaust cap must be tightened a minimum 1

turns (3/8 inch) after it rst contacts the body. The RE Valve was designed

to be serviced periodically. Without proper tightening of these caps, they

may loosen over time and be lost.

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