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2.2 IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
CAUTION
1. To prevent personal injury and damage, install the low
pressure hose only into the low pressure outlet of the first
stage regulator.
2. Do not attach the low pressure hose to the high pressure
outlet for the submersible tank pressure gauge.
3. The high pressure outlet is normally marked “HP” (on
current Sherwood Scuba regulators, the high pressure
outlets are distinctly larger than the low pressure outlets
and are clearly marked “HP”). If the regulator outlet is not
marked, install a submersible pressure gauge in the outlet
and test the pressure with a full tank of air. The low pressure
outlet should not show more than 200 psig (14 Bar).
4. The O-ring hose fittings will seal with hand-tight pressure.
However, they should be snugged up gently with a small
wrench to a maximum of 40 in. lbs. (4.5 joules). Excessive
tightening will not help the seal and may damage the
parts (see DEMA Guidelines No. 101, Low Pressure Hose
Installation Caution Statement: ANSI American National
Standard for Underwater Safety, paragraph 9.3.1).
3.0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE & HANDLING TIPS
How you take care of your Sherwood regulator before, after and
between dives will greatly affect the regulator’s functioning and
durability. Following are a few tips that will help you get the best
performance and wear from your new regulator.
