LeFlaneur
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I've heard this term used, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Anyone care to enlighten me?
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LeFlaneur:I've heard this term used, but I'm not exactly sure what it means. Anyone care to enlighten me?
If the needle on your IP gauge is not moving, either the gauge or the regulator has got problems.flounderboy:Clogged inlet screen will do it also
as you go deeper ,you take in larger amounts of air
I always check ip pressure before every dive
(its the pressure your first stage is putting out)
I gauge cost about 20 bucks, an it snaps to your inflator for checking
Then with valve on,,take a huge quick breath
while watching the needle on your SPG
you should not see it move if everthing is right
cudachaser:My son and I at 90ft intentionally tried to over breath my regulator ... he took my octopus and breathed as hard as he could and me the same...regulator never became starved. When needed, they will always provide adequite air as long as they are kept in reasonably good shape (no clogged filters etc)
Joe
matt_unique:Overbreathing is more a physiological problem than a mechanical one
--Matt