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Inflation Methods Using the Powerline Inflator

Your BC has been fitted with a Powerline Inflator. This section covers inflation using this system.

Power Inflation using a Powerline Inflator

For the power inflator to operate, the MP inflator hose must be connected. To connect the MP hose, grip the grooved sleeve at the connection fitting with your thumb and forefinger, and slide the sleeve back. Place the fitting over the quick disconnect plug (c), and firmly push inward while releasing the sleeve. Check to ensure that the hose is securely attached. After the hose is attached to the power inflator, pressurize the first stage regulator by slowly opening the cylinder valve.

To inflate your BC with low pressure air, depress the power inflator button (d). Do not hold the inflator button depressed continuously underwater, as this could cause you to become excessively buoyant. Instead, depress the button in short bursts until you become neutrally buoyant.

warning WARNING: Do not rely on the power inflator as the only means to inflate your BC. It is important to practice the technique for orally inflating your BC so that you are prepared for any type of malfunction or out of air situation that could render the power inflator inoperable. You may otherwise be unable to achieve positive buoyancy in an emergency, which could lead to serious injury or death.