Yes...just recently took Aqualung's service tech level 1 training, which included disassembly and reassembly of their standard BCD inflation hose and testing on a tank. I never there were so many small parts in such a simple looking piece of gear 😅
Hello @Perly53, I would have to refer you to a Scuba Pro technician to give you a more accurate answer. That being said, most BCD's operate the same way. The key to replacing an inflator system is to make sure it does not get cross threaded.
Hello MrNachtduiker, yes you do, and thank you for asking that. The Mares XR line is a no frills no thrill system, but most other styles and brands have a pull dump inside them. If this is the case, the first thing is to verify the gasket on the bladder side is in place, and that there is no damage to the inflator side where the cable is attached. In some cases, it may need to be shorted, as with most inflator/second stage combo's. The Air 2, Gemini, and Air Control are examples of these. If you are assembling the entire unit, without changing out the inflator itself, then its a pretty simple swap out.
Yes...just recently took Aqualung's service tech level 1 training, which included disassembly and reassembly of their standard BCD inflation hose and testing on a tank. I never there were so many small parts in such a simple looking piece of gear 😅
Hello Jonnie Bangkok, that is something a lot of divers seem to never realize. Just how many parts there are in a regulator or inflator system.
Is this the same for a Scubapro Nighthawk assembly? Thanks.
Hello @Perly53, I would have to refer you to a Scuba Pro technician to give you a more accurate answer. That being said, most BCD's operate the same way. The key to replacing an inflator system is to make sure it does not get cross threaded.
nice video and great technique to mention about winding a screw left to lock the threads before tightening
Glad you liked the video D Dacombe.
its the part thats glued to the bladder thats usually crumble into pieces
Hello Lar Lario, I have seen BCD's that have simply broke apart after disassembling them.
do you need to do anything specific if you have an inflator that has a cord inside (so it deflates when the hose is pulled down)?
Hello MrNachtduiker, yes you do, and thank you for asking that. The Mares XR line is a no frills no thrill system, but most other styles and brands have a pull dump inside them. If this is the case, the first thing is to verify the gasket on the bladder side is in place, and that there is no damage to the inflator side where the cable is attached. In some cases, it may need to be shorted, as with most inflator/second stage combo's. The Air 2, Gemini, and Air Control are examples of these. If you are assembling the entire unit, without changing out the inflator itself, then its a pretty simple swap out.
@@LakeHickoryScuba Thank you, that is really helpful and informative.