MOD 1 looming!

tiggerbiker · 14th October 2007, 17:16

hi,
i have my inspo classic sitting here waiting for me to use it!
i have booked my TDI MOD1 for 12th - 16th november, i have the ccr and advanced nitrox TDI manuals (my BSAC advanced nitrox isnt good enough

- damn BSAC)

however, i'm getting a bit worried - however many times i read the manuals i dont feel the information is going in!
i have chatted to my instructor and he said its perfectly normal and not to worry - i'm sure he's right but i cant help it!!

can anyone share any words of wisdom and/or helpfull tips for success

Dsix36 · 14th October 2007, 18:46

It is not uncommon to have a problem learning strictly from books. Once you and your instructor begin the "hands on" training, things will take on a whole new vision for you and begin to make sense.

Please make sure that you learn and understand everything that is taught. Don't dive if you have any questions or uncertainty. We want to keep hearing from you

ajmtucke · 16th October 2007, 13:37

good to hear you have it booked....bet you can;t wait.

the first couple of dives will be 'interesting' and you are likely to be up and down like a yo-yo, but you will soon pick it up. I haven't dived O/C, apart from teaching, since buying one....

If you can, make sure before you get in the water, your instructor helps you strip the unit completely down and rebuild it. I found this very useful and informative and then later on if you have to take something apart for any reason you are not so worried.

welcome to the dark side

ash

**PhilSiswick** · 16th October 2007, 13:48

Congratulations and enjoy your course. I really enjoyed mine, despite being very wound up about it beforehand.

I had the same problems/concerns before my course. I'd done a lot of reading over quite a few years (rebreather list, RBW, the recommended books, the AP manual etc.) and still didn't think I had a clue.

By the time I'd stripped the unit down and reassembled it a couple of times on day 1, I was pretty happy I understood that. The diving fell into place from there. It's different to OC, but not fundamentally all that different.

It's been nearly a year now. I haven't got as many hours in as I would have liked, but I'm very happy with the unit. I have a lot to learn and perfect yet, but I'm enjoying every minute of it.

Cheers,

Campbell · 16th October 2007, 15:22

Congratulations on your purchase, I bet you are just sat staring at the bloody thing and itching to get in the water with it - I know I was!

I had about a 6 week gap from buying the unit and starting the course and I, like many previous posts, read as much as I could to understand the principle of the box.

I can assure you, your feelings are normal and it's very good that you feel this way. If you didn't have this apprehension I think you'd need a good shake!

I did my course just under a year ago and I now have 60 hours under my belt. I learn something each dive and am still paranoid about the checks prior to diving etc.

All I can really say is read the manual and books so that you know it theory wise, practically your instructor will teach you all about the unit so that you are comfortable working on it yourself.

I remember my first scrubber fill on my own, think it took me ages, paranoid or what!?!?!

Good luck with your course and don't feel pressurised to do things you are not ready to do. It's your course, you've paid for it, make sure you get everything you need to out of it. If you're happy after 8 or 18 hours it doesn't matter.

Be patient too, my buoyancy was horrendous (some say it still is

) but with time it will come together.

I don't miss OC and certainly don't regret buying the box one little bit.

There is a lot of information on this site, may I recommend that you keep your unit bog-standard until you are happy using it, then modify if needed, mine is pretty much 'out-the-box' and I like it. (few mods coming up though)

Once again, good luck, you won't regret it!!

John

matt crane · 21st October 2007, 15:22

Quote: (Originally Posted by tiggerbiker)

hi,
i have my inspo classic sitting here waiting for me to use it!
i have booked my TDI MOD1 for 12th - 16th november, i have the ccr and advanced nitrox TDI manuals (my BSAC advanced nitrox isnt good enough

- damn BSAC)

however, i'm getting a bit worried - however many times i read the manuals i dont feel the information is going in!
i have chatted to my instructor and he said its perfectly normal and not to worry - i'm sure he's right but i cant help it!!

can anyone share any words of wisdom and/or helpfull tips for success

Good luck.

I start my course the same day here in Cornwall but I am doing it the opposite way to you I did the TDI combined Adv Nitrox and Deco Course's and am now doing the BSAC Inspiration Course

.

I am reading the Course Manual and the User Manual at every oppurtunity and must admit that although I am a little apprehensive about the course, (I think this is a good thing), I have a lot of faith in the instructor I have chosen and simply cannot wait to start.

tiggerbiker · 21st October 2007, 15:29

Quote: (Originally Posted by matt crane)

Good luck.

I start my course the same day here in Cornwall but I am doing it the opposite way to you I did the TDI combined Adv Nitrox and Deco Course's and am now doing the BSAC Inspiration Course

.

I am reading the Course Manual and the User Manual at every oppurtunity and must admit that although I am a little apprehensive about the course, (I think this is a good thing), I have a lot of faith in the instructor I have chosen and simply cannot wait to start.

hey,
good luck!!

after reading the manuals a few more times - it does seem to be sticking

i have also been shopping and picked up a selection of usefull spares, cleaning solutions and a tub of lime from rbw store.

after talking to my instructor i have sucessfully cleaned/dissinfected my mouthpeice,loop and counterlungs - and my unit still passes the positive and neg. pressure tests

although i did ask one of my inspo. diving club members to double check what i had done!

bourskov · 21st October 2007, 15:58

No worries about the manuals... I started at MOD1 on Inspiration and I haven't read in any books before... I did know what a Rebreather was though and how it worked, but I haven't got deep into it before the course...

Good luck with it, and happy diving...

Cheers
Bo Urskov

Lancer4545 · 22nd October 2007, 07:49

I felt a bit the same as you when I was preparing myself for the course.

I read as much as I could and tried to fairmiliarise myself with the gear as much as I could without actually diving with it.

Once you start your course your instructor will let you know the bits you really need to know. There is a bit of simple math but the main thing is to know your way around the rig and where things are. Which side is which etc.

It sounds as tho you're on the right track getting stuck into the books before hand. I still get them out and read through them from time to time, it's surprising what you pick up reading them again later on.

Good luck with the course and let us know how you get on.

Regards,

Lance

tiggerbiker · 24th October 2007, 18:02

i'm getting twitchy now!!

i have sold my twinset & wing,

ordered the narked@90 4th cell holder, upgraded my VR3,
read the manuals again and again - and again.

WHY IS IT TAKING SO LONG!!!!!!!!!!!

i'm thinking of booking another rebreather trydive just so i can have another go!!!!!!!

14th October 2007, 17:16	#1 (permalink)
tiggerbiker New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: herts, uk Posts: 55	MOD 1 looming! hi, i have my inspo classic sitting here waiting for me to use it! i have booked my TDI MOD1 for 12th - 16th november, i have the ccr and advanced nitrox TDI manuals (my BSAC advanced nitrox isnt good enough - damn BSAC) however, i'm getting a bit worried - however many times i read the manuals i dont feel the information is going in! i have chatted to my instructor and he said its perfectly normal and not to worry - i'm sure he's right but i cant help it!! can anyone share any words of wisdom and/or helpfull tips for success
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14th October 2007, 18:46	#2 (permalink)
Dsix36 Going Down? Current Rebreather/s: Optima Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Deerfield Beach, Florida Posts: 1,154	Re: MOD 1 looming! It is not uncommon to have a problem learning strictly from books. Once you and your instructor begin the "hands on" training, things will take on a whole new vision for you and begin to make sense. Please make sure that you learn and understand everything that is taught. Don't dive if you have any questions or uncertainty. We want to keep hearing from you __________________ THE MORE THAT I LEARN, THE MORE THAT I STILL NEED TO LEARN!!!!!!
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16th October 2007, 13:37	#3 (permalink)
ajmtucke RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Hereford, UK Posts: 86	Re: MOD 1 looming! good to hear you have it booked....bet you can;t wait. the first couple of dives will be 'interesting' and you are likely to be up and down like a yo-yo, but you will soon pick it up. I haven't dived O/C, apart from teaching, since buying one.... If you can, make sure before you get in the water, your instructor helps you strip the unit completely down and rebuild it. I found this very useful and informative and then later on if you have to take something apart for any reason you are not so worried. welcome to the dark side ash
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16th October 2007, 13:48	#4 (permalink)
PhilSiswick Phil Siswick, Tango Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Oxford, UK Posts: 1,099	Re: MOD 1 looming! Congratulations and enjoy your course. I really enjoyed mine, despite being very wound up about it beforehand. I had the same problems/concerns before my course. I'd done a lot of reading over quite a few years (rebreather list, RBW, the recommended books, the AP manual etc.) and still didn't think I had a clue. By the time I'd stripped the unit down and reassembled it a couple of times on day 1, I was pretty happy I understood that. The diving fell into place from there. It's different to OC, but not fundamentally all that different. It's been nearly a year now. I haven't got as many hours in as I would have liked, but I'm very happy with the unit. I have a lot to learn and perfect yet, but I'm enjoying every minute of it. Cheers, __________________ Phil (WSKD 0001) I have always felt that the dive I am on is not nearly important as the dives I plan to be on the rest of my life. Tom Rose, 2007 The person who gets the farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare. The sure thing boat never gets far from shore. Charles A. Lindbergh www.hugsac.org.uk
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16th October 2007, 15:22	#5 (permalink)
Campbell RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Portsmouth, UK Posts: 116	Re: MOD 1 looming! Congratulations on your purchase, I bet you are just sat staring at the bloody thing and itching to get in the water with it - I know I was! I had about a 6 week gap from buying the unit and starting the course and I, like many previous posts, read as much as I could to understand the principle of the box. I can assure you, your feelings are normal and it's very good that you feel this way. If you didn't have this apprehension I think you'd need a good shake! I did my course just under a year ago and I now have 60 hours under my belt. I learn something each dive and am still paranoid about the checks prior to diving etc. All I can really say is read the manual and books so that you know it theory wise, practically your instructor will teach you all about the unit so that you are comfortable working on it yourself. I remember my first scrubber fill on my own, think it took me ages, paranoid or what!?!?! Good luck with your course and don't feel pressurised to do things you are not ready to do. It's your course, you've paid for it, make sure you get everything you need to out of it. If you're happy after 8 or 18 hours it doesn't matter. Be patient too, my buoyancy was horrendous (some say it still is ) but with time it will come together. I don't miss OC and certainly don't regret buying the box one little bit. There is a lot of information on this site, may I recommend that you keep your unit bog-standard until you are happy using it, then modify if needed, mine is pretty much 'out-the-box' and I like it. (few mods coming up though) Once again, good luck, you won't regret it!! John __________________ Last edited by Campbell : 16th October 2007 at 15:24. Reason: Can't spell!
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21st October 2007, 15:22	#6 (permalink)
matt crane RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Cornwall Posts: 149	Re: MOD 1 looming! Quote: (Originally Posted by tiggerbiker) hi, i have my inspo classic sitting here waiting for me to use it! i have booked my TDI MOD1 for 12th - 16th november, i have the ccr and advanced nitrox TDI manuals (my BSAC advanced nitrox isnt good enough - damn BSAC) however, i'm getting a bit worried - however many times i read the manuals i dont feel the information is going in! i have chatted to my instructor and he said its perfectly normal and not to worry - i'm sure he's right but i cant help it!! can anyone share any words of wisdom and/or helpfull tips for success Good luck. I start my course the same day here in Cornwall but I am doing it the opposite way to you I did the TDI combined Adv Nitrox and Deco Course's and am now doing the BSAC Inspiration Course . I am reading the Course Manual and the User Manual at every oppurtunity and must admit that although I am a little apprehensive about the course, (I think this is a good thing), I have a lot of faith in the instructor I have chosen and simply cannot wait to start.
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21st October 2007, 15:29	#7 (permalink)
tiggerbiker New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: herts, uk Posts: 55	Re: MOD 1 looming! Quote: (Originally Posted by matt crane) Good luck. I start my course the same day here in Cornwall but I am doing it the opposite way to you I did the TDI combined Adv Nitrox and Deco Course's and am now doing the BSAC Inspiration Course . I am reading the Course Manual and the User Manual at every oppurtunity and must admit that although I am a little apprehensive about the course, (I think this is a good thing), I have a lot of faith in the instructor I have chosen and simply cannot wait to start. hey, good luck!! after reading the manuals a few more times - it does seem to be sticking i have also been shopping and picked up a selection of usefull spares, cleaning solutions and a tub of lime from rbw store. after talking to my instructor i have sucessfully cleaned/dissinfected my mouthpeice,loop and counterlungs - and my unit still passes the positive and neg. pressure tests although i did ask one of my inspo. diving club members to double check what i had done!
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21st October 2007, 15:58	#8 (permalink)
bourskov New Member Current Rebreather/s: Ouroboros Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Denmark Posts: 92	Re: MOD 1 looming! No worries about the manuals... I started at MOD1 on Inspiration and I haven't read in any books before... I did know what a Rebreather was though and how it worked, but I haven't got deep into it before the course... Good luck with it, and happy diving... Cheers Bo Urskov
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22nd October 2007, 07:49	#9 (permalink)
Lancer4545 RBW Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cairns QLD Australia Posts: 748	Re: MOD 1 looming! I felt a bit the same as you when I was preparing myself for the course. I read as much as I could and tried to fairmiliarise myself with the gear as much as I could without actually diving with it. Once you start your course your instructor will let you know the bits you really need to know. There is a bit of simple math but the main thing is to know your way around the rig and where things are. Which side is which etc. It sounds as tho you're on the right track getting stuck into the books before hand. I still get them out and read through them from time to time, it's surprising what you pick up reading them again later on. Good luck with the course and let us know how you get on. Regards, Lance __________________ You can run but you can't hide! ISC Appointed Megalodon Dealer for East Australia http://www.closedcircuitdivers.com.au info@closedcircuitdivers.com.au
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24th October 2007, 18:02	#10 (permalink)
tiggerbiker New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: herts, uk Posts: 55	Re: MOD 1 looming! i'm getting twitchy now!! i have sold my twinset & wing, ordered the narked@90 4th cell holder, upgraded my VR3, read the manuals again and again - and again. WHY IS IT TAKING SO LONG!!!!!!!!!!! i'm thinking of booking another rebreather trydive just so i can have another go!!!!!!!
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