Oceanic AIR XS II Bedienungsanleitung

AIR XS II

Regulator / BC Inflator System

Owner's Guide

OCEANIC

THANK YOU for purchasing an Oceanic AIR XS II Regulator/

Inflator system. With this system, you have -

• 2 methods to inflate the BC

• 2 methods to deflate the BC

• automatic venting of excess BC pressure

• an Alternate Air Source Regulator

Be sure to read and understand the instructions in this

Owner's Guide describing how the AIR XS II System oper-

ates before attempting to dive with it.

PURGE

BUTTON

POWER

INFLATOR

BUTTON

MANUAL

INFLATE/

DEFLATE

BUTTON

MOUTHPIECE

CORRUGATED

HOSE TO

UPPER UNIT

PROTECTIVE

CAP

INFLATOR HOSE

COUPLING

COMPONENTS

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

COMPATIBILITY AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

INFLATOR OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

REGULATOR OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

GUIDELINE FOR MINIMUM SERVICE INTERVALS . . . . . 13

COLD WATER DIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

RECORDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY

Refer to the Warranty Registration form provided by your Authorized

Oceanic Dealer or register on-line at:

www.OceanicWorldwide.com

This Owner’s Guide is copyrighted, all rights are reserved. It may not, in

whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or

reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without

prior consent in writing from Oceanic / 2002 Design.

Oceanic AIR XS II Owner's Guide

Doc. No. 12-2116

San Leandro, CA USA

When using Air with this regulator equipment, the Air used

must meet EN132 Annex A standards.

The AIR XS II Regulator/Inflator System' is designed for -

• minimum working pressures of 120 PSI (8.3 BAR)

• nominal working pressures of 140 PSI (9.5 BAR)

• maximum working pressures of 160 PSI (11 BAR)

COMPATIBILITY AND INSTALLATION

The AIR XS II low pressure inflator hose is compatible with all Oceanic

first stage regulators. It may not be compatible with other manufacturers'

first stages (thread size = 3/8-24 UNF). Have your AIR XS II installed on

your BC, and the low pressure inflator hose attached to your regulator

first stage, by an Authorized Oceanic Dealer.

Connect the quick disconnect (QD) end of the inflator hose to the AIR XS

II using the QD coupling. To attach it, grasp the coupling on the end of

the inflator hose between the palm of your hand and fingers, and pull

back the coupling release with your thumb and forefinger. While holding

back the coupling release, press it onto the quick release fitting on the

AIR XS II, and let go of the coupling release while continuing to hold the

hose onto the quick release fitting.

Ensure they are firmly attached prior to pressurizing the regulator/inflator

system.

NOTE: Refer to the illustration on page 2 for

identification of components.

FEATURES

OPERATING BUTTONS

The three operating buttons, one located on each side of the mouthpiece

and one above the mouthpiece, can be differentiated by look, position,

and tactile feel. Become familiar with their use to minimize the possibility

of confusion.

• Top - regulator purge button

• Left - power inflator button

• Right - manual inflator/deflator button

CORRUGATED HOSES/PULL CONNECTOR

Two corrugated hoses are joined by a Pull Connector. By pulling on the

rounded Pull Connector you can operate the Rapid Exhaust Valve located

in the upper (shoulder) unit while you are using the AIR XS II Regulator

without having to remove the Regulator from your mouth. The extended

length of the Hose Assembly prevents any resistance during head move-

ment.

INFLATOR OVERPRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (OPV)

The integrated OPV, located in the upper (shoulder) unit, automatically

vents excess pressure from the BC during ascent or if over pressurized

with the Power Inflator. This component of the AIR XS II operates auto-

matically so no instructions for its use are necessary.

WARNING: The OPV integrated into the upper

(shoulder) unit is set to operate at a lower relief

pressure than the OPV located on the back of the BC to

prevent damage to the material of the BC air cell. It is

imperative that only Oceanic inflator assemblies be

used with Oceanic BCs.

QUICK DISCONNECT CAP (SEE ILLUSTRATION ON PAGE 2)

The rubber Cap secured to the corrugated hose is provided to cover the

quick release inlet fitting of the AIR XS II Power Inflator Assembly. The

Cap must be installed any time the Inflator Hose is disconnected to pre-

vent entry of contaminants.

INFLATOR OPERATION

WARNING: If you ever hear air, or see bubbles,

escaping from the area around any of the AIR XS II's

connectors, or if the BC fails to hold air, immediately

terminate or postpone the dive until the BC and AIR XS

II can be serviced by an Authorized Oceanic Dealer.

You must not dive with an AIR XS II or BC that exhibits

any signs or symptoms of leakage.

BC INFLATION USING THE POWER INFLATOR

With your Regulator connected to an appropriate cylinder, slowly open

the cylinder valve to pressurize the Regulator/Inflator system. Press the

Power Inflator Button, located on the left side of the AIR XS II Mouthpiece,

until you hear air flowing into the BC. Minor compressions of the Power

Inflator Button will initiate airflow into the BC and allow small adjustments

in buoyancy.

WARNING: If you depress the Power Inflator Button

fully, the BC will inflate rapidly. Be careful not to

overinflate the BC during a dive causing an unwanted

rapid rise toward the surface.

Test the Power Inflator and Overpressure Relief Valve (OPV) prior to each

dive to ensure they are functioning properly. Depress the Power Inflator

until the BC fills completely, forcing the OPV in the upper (shoulder) unit

to open. You will hear the sound of air venting from OPV, indicating that

it is working properly. While the BC is still inflated, listen for any undes-

ired air leakage around the AIR XS II. The BC should stay inflated until

you deflate it manually.

BC DEFLATION USING THE RAPID EXHAUST VALVE (REV)

The Rapid Exhaust Valve (REV) is located inside the upper (shoulder) unit

of the Inflator Assembly. It is connected to the lower (power) unit by two

Cables located inside the Corrugated Hose and coupled together inside

the Pull Connector.

The REV is operated by grasping the Pull Connector, or the lower (power)

unit and pulling it down (away) from the upper (shoulder) unit. The

Cables pull the Exhaust Valve open, venting air from the BC through the

Vents of the upper unit of the Inflator Assembly.

The amount of air vented depends on how far open the Exhaust Valve is,

the distance you pull the inner Cable, and how long the Exhaust Valve is

open. Short tugs vent small amounts of air for minor changes in buoy-

ancy, and a long pull will vent the entire BC in a matter of seconds.

Use of the REV eliminates water entry even if the Exhaust Valve remains

open after all air is vented from the BC.

BC INFLATION USING THE MANUAL INFLATE/DEFLATE

BUTTON

The Round Button located on the right side of the Mouthpiece is an In-

flate/Deflate manual actuator that allows air flow in to, or out of, the BC.

To inflate orally, place the Mouthpiece in your mouth, and after you be-

gin (and continue) to blow in, press the Button with your thumb. This

procedure purges the mouthpiece cavity of water, resulting in less water

entering the BC, potentially prolonging Bladder life.

Some air may continue to leak in to the surrounding water when you are

orally inflating the BC, even after you have released the Inflate/Deflate

Button. This is considered normal and will not impede the efficient oral

inflation of the BC.

BC DEFLATION USING THE MANUAL INFLATOR/DEFLATOR

BUTTON

To deflate the BC through the Mouthpiece, hold the lower (power) unit

higher than the top of the BC and depress the Round Button located on

the right side of the Mouthpiece to vent the air from the BC.

To ensure complete deflation of the BC, the Mouthpiece must be held

higher than the top of the BC. While underwater, you will hear the air as

it bubbles out through the Mouthpiece.

To prevent entry of water into the BC, be sure to release the Button before

all bubbles stop flowing. To help eliminate unwanted water entry, use the

Rapid Exhaust Valve method of deflation.

REGULATOR OPERATION

In the event that it is necessary for you to share air with another diver,

you should offer your Primary Second Stage to the diver and you should

use the AIR XS II Regulator. Although the AIR XS II Regulator will function

properly with the Purge Button facing up or down, Oceanic recommends

an operational position with the Purge Button facing up, similar to other

Second Stage positioning.

Operation of your AIR XS II Regulator is similar to most other Second

Stages. It provides air on demand with low inhalation resistance and it

has a convenient Purge Button located on the top of the unit's housing

and a comfortable Mouthpiece.

As with most other Second Stages, purging the AIR XS II Regulator of

water can be accomplished in two ways. By pressing the Purge Button

to initiate the flow of air and expulsion of water, or by exhaling a small

puff of air into the Mouthpiece to expel the water.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your AIR XS II is a reliable piece of equipment that will continue to work

like new for many years to come, if cared for properly.

Follow the procedures below, and have the entire AIR XS II inspected and

serviced annually by your local Authorized Oceanic Dealer.

DISCONNECTING THE INFLATOR HOSE

• Close the Cylinder Valve and purge (vent) the Regulator Assembly

'completely' of all pressure by depressing a second stage Purge

Button.

• Grasp the Quick Disconnect Coupling on the AIR XS II Inflator Hose

(second stage end) between the palm of your hand and fingers, pull

back the Coupling Release with your thumb and forefinger, and

pull it off the quick release fitting of the AIR XS II.

• Place the Protective Cap on the fitting (see illustration on page ??) to

prevent contaminants from entering the AIR XS II's Valve Housing.

POST DIVE CARE

Any exposure to aquatic elements can produce contamination that could

effect the proper function of your dive equipment. Post dive care is the

most important thing you can do to keep your AIR XS II in top condition.

WARNING: DO NOT attempt to remove (or install) the

AIR XS II from (on) a BC. Improper installation may

cause misoperation or BC failure underwater, possibly

resulting in serious injury or death. It will also void

the warranty.

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