Scuba regulator free flow?
Posted on Jun 18, 2009 under Scuba Regulator | 3 CommentsI have a regulator that is free flowing. I can't get it to stop, although I have tried all of the tricks. I think it's an Oceanic, but I'm not positive and I am kind of hesitant about taking it to my local dive shop because they are pretty pricey. Any tips on how to make it stop? This one was bought on ebay, by the way. My primary reg is a Poseidon Cyklon, so it isn't a huge deal if it isn't fixed right away.
Ray G: I'm not actually using it, but I do agree with you. It's just a spare to have as back up.
It sounds like the valve cracking needs tuning or perhaps even a problem with the diaphragm. Most likely the cracking pressure or it's valve seat. Adjusting the cracking pressure isn't something you could do. It requires stripping down the housing and sometimes using some specialized tools depending on the reg. Take it in.
If it's the diaphragm, it's a minor fix with the right part, but requires you to partially disassemble the second stage's housing to even see. If you're not careful, you could do more damage than good. Take it in.
I hate to say it, but the situation you're in with that reg is exactly why no one should buy a piece of life support gear online. Dive knives, booties, whatever, sure. Anything you depend on for breathing or buoyancy? No way. The reg sevice is probably going to cost more than what you saved on the reg.
Final word…take it in. Especially since I read the bit about it being an Ebay purchase.
What scuba regulators can be adapted to run 100% oxygen? Please cite manufacturer sources.?
June 18th, 2009 at 7:45 am
my advice because i had the same prob i hooked it up to air then put it in the water and let some water get to it and then just flipped it so the mouth piece was pointing down and it fixed mine if that doesnt help its probably a messed up valve.
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June 18th, 2009 at 8:31 am
i would bring it to the dive shop there is no price on your life if is not working right out of water a trick may make it work right out of water or at shallow depth but what about 60-100 feet?you do not want to find out the hard way!
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June 18th, 2009 at 8:37 am
It sounds like the valve cracking needs tuning or perhaps even a problem with the diaphragm. Most likely the cracking pressure or it's valve seat. Adjusting the cracking pressure isn't something you could do. It requires stripping down the housing and sometimes using some specialized tools depending on the reg. Take it in.
If it's the diaphragm, it's a minor fix with the right part, but requires you to partially disassemble the second stage's housing to even see. If you're not careful, you could do more damage than good. Take it in.
I hate to say it, but the situation you're in with that reg is exactly why no one should buy a piece of life support gear online. Dive knives, booties, whatever, sure. Anything you depend on for breathing or buoyancy? No way. The reg sevice is probably going to cost more than what you saved on the reg.
Final word…take it in. Especially since I read the bit about it being an Ebay purchase.
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