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Old December 1st, 2006, 09:48 AM   #3
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Originally Posted by DiveMaven
I don't feel like I can get a straight answer anywhere, so thought I'd come to the manufacturers.

I have an Aeris AI with a compass attachment. My compass has had a bubble in it since the day I got it. In my equipment specialty course I just took, the instructor told us that bubbles are really bad and the compass should be replaced. Other folks have said a bubble is no big deal.

What's the truth? Should my compass be replaced or not?
If you bought it new you should have returned it immediately.

The only problem with a bubble is if it is large enough at depth to inhibit the needle from turning freely. It will also reduce your tilt tolerance.
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