Mares Origin Sport Airtrim

[sermar]

I have purchased at scuba.com a Mares Origin Sport Airtrim BC.

I did not tested in the water and I did not connect the hose the regulator yet (I ordered a new Abyss 42, but did not received yet) and I don't understand if the BC is working properly.
I inflated the BC using the silicon tube and the "out valve" does not deflate the air.
I don't know if the "twin exhaust valve" works only if connected to the pressured hose.

The manual is poorly written. I don't understand why Mares cannot print a single manual for each different BC instead than doing one for all models.

I would appreciate any help.

 

[Zak OHara]

Hi Sermar,

Thanks for your interest in the Origin Sport AT. The LP inflator hose must be hooked up to the inflation/deflation device to activate the deflation mechanism. It uses a very small amount of air to open both exhaust valves simultaneously. I'm sure you'll enjoy diving in your new system once you receive all the components.

Best regards,

 

[sermar]

Thank you for the prompt response.
I am sure that it will be fine. I had several Mares BC and they always been good.
This is my first Airtrim and I can wait to try it.
I keep a full set of gear in Italy and I am still using my over 10 years old Mares Jacket and it is still in great shape.
Sergio

 

[CODMAN]

Sergio, once you get your reg and set up your BCD, I'm sure you,re going to love your airtirm. I love mine and won't go back to another system unless Mares stops making it, or I am doing technical diving with a backplate and wing.

Cheers!