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As soon as possible at the end of each day of diving:
• Flush the exterior of all components thoroughly with fresh water to
remove dissolved salt and other contaminants.
• Flush the Lower (Power) Assembly by running water into the Mouth-
piece and out the Exhaust Ports. DO NOT depress the Purge Button
if the Assembly is connected to the First Stage Regulator, doing so
will allow water to flow into the sealed portion of the First Stage.
• If possible, immerse the entire Lower (Power) Assembly in a warm
fresh water bath and soak for one hour, preferably while still con-
nected to the First Stage Regulator and pressurized.
• Remove from the bath and rinse all components of the Assembly
with slow running fresh water. DO NOT use full water pressure.
• Sand that has collected behind the Lower (Power) unit Cover (be-
hind the Purge Button) can be rinsed out by flushing tap water
through the opening in the Cover. Do not pry or lift up on the Purge
Button, or use high pressure water that could damage the internal
Diaphragm.
• If after thoroughly rinsing, sand or debris can still be heard rattling
under the cover, take your BC/AIR XS II Assembly to an Authorized
Oceanic Dealer for inspection and cleaning.
WARNING: DO NOT remove the Purge Cover yourself.
Improper replacement of the Cover could result in an
unexpected undesirable shut off of air delivery while
underwater.
• If possible, lay the complete Assembly flat in a cool, dry place
(out
of direct sunlight)
and allow the components to dry naturally.
• DO NOT inject or spray Lubricants into or onto the AIR XS II. Doing
so can attract contamination that could subsequently interfere with
proper operation.
