Video of a C02 hit

Smudgegs · 27th December 2007, 15:02

Quote: (Originally Posted by AD_ward9)

Incidentally, back to the thread, surprising so few people confess to repacking scrubbers. I know a large contingent do this.

I'd be interested to know where this is taught/recommended, and who these "large number of divers" are!

HSE said the same thing yet in the (small unrepresentative) sample of Rebreather divers I've met it was considered in the same vein as going for a stroll on the M6 in the dark wearing a black suit... :O not *one* of them (myself included) would even have *considered* repacking a scrubber with used lime, after all, it's used and by definition no longer reliable!

Hell I even think twice before using a half fill adaptor let alone contaminating the stuff that's helping to keep me alive... and for which we have no reliable sensor on the set

Janos · 27th December 2007, 15:25

Quote: (Originally Posted by Smudgegs)

I'd be interested to know where this is taught/recommended, and who these "large number of divers" are!

HSE said the same thing yet in the (small unrepresentative) sample of Rebreather divers I've met it was considered in the same vein as going for a stroll on the M6 in the dark wearing a black suit... :O not *one* of them (myself included) would even have *considered* repacking a scrubber with used lime, after all, it's used and by definition no longer reliable!

Hell I even think twice before using a half fill adaptor let alone contaminating the stuff that's helping to keep me alive... and for which we have no reliable sensor on the set

As I think I've already posted on this thread twice. I know of at least two rebreather divers who have been taught to do this on their MOD 1 course. After the subsequent hit HSE investigation, their instructor is no longer teaching, and they have retrained with a proper instructor (DaveT).

One of the divers I know well, and he is a smart guy, but if you're taught incorrect knowledge, then unless you spend all day trawling round internet forums, you're not going to know any better, no matter how smart you are.

It does happen.

Janos

AD_ward9 · 27th December 2007, 15:50

Quote: (Originally Posted by Smudgegs)

I'd be interested to know where this is taught/recommended, and who these "large number of divers" are!

HSE said the same thing yet ...

You clearly do not have the right pucka Navy backround my lad

Only kidding, but therein lies the origin of the practice. Once upon a time.

I was taught to throw the stuff away if there is ever any doubt at all how much is used and how much is left, but the world is made up of lots of different people with different backgrounds ... and 20 or so years ago people did not understand the issues with rebreathers as much as today.

Alex

**jepuskar** · 27th December 2007, 16:02

Quote: (Originally Posted by AD_ward9)

... and 20 or so years ago people did not understand the issues with rebreathers as much as today.

Alex

You sure about that Alex?

Smudgegs · 27th December 2007, 16:04

Fair enough and thanks for the replies gents.
Apologies if I was going over old ground as I didn't read through the whole thread here. (too many fora not enough time!)
Also no intention to be rude to careful divers who were instructed badly.

Regards,
Smudge

ps. You're right, I don't have a Navy background, green machine me

AD_ward9 · 27th December 2007, 16:18

Quote: (Originally Posted by jepuskar)

"... to 20 years ago people did not understand the issues with rebreathers as much as today." You sure about that Alex?

No, not sure at all. Especially depending on exactly which people one has in mind.

Tools are much better today, but basic knowledge is often worse.

Alex

pete611 · 17th January 2008, 12:49

WoW....WoW.....

27th December 2007, 15:02	#111 (permalink)
Smudgegs Divetart Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fife, Scotland Posts: 125	Re: Video of a C02 hit Quote: (Originally Posted by AD_ward9) Incidentally, back to the thread, surprising so few people confess to repacking scrubbers. I know a large contingent do this. I'd be interested to know where this is taught/recommended, and who these "large number of divers" are! HSE said the same thing yet in the (small unrepresentative) sample of Rebreather divers I've met it was considered in the same vein as going for a stroll on the M6 in the dark wearing a black suit... :O not one of them (myself included) would even have considered repacking a scrubber with used lime, after all, it's used and by definition no longer reliable! Hell I even think twice before using a half fill adaptor let alone contaminating the stuff that's helping to keep me alive... and for which we have no reliable sensor on the set
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27th December 2007, 15:25	#112 (permalink)
Janos "Two Sheds" Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: East Surrey Posts: 594	Re: Video of a C02 hit Quote: (Originally Posted by Smudgegs) I'd be interested to know where this is taught/recommended, and who these "large number of divers" are! HSE said the same thing yet in the (small unrepresentative) sample of Rebreather divers I've met it was considered in the same vein as going for a stroll on the M6 in the dark wearing a black suit... :O not one of them (myself included) would even have considered repacking a scrubber with used lime, after all, it's used and by definition no longer reliable! Hell I even think twice before using a half fill adaptor let alone contaminating the stuff that's helping to keep me alive... and for which we have no reliable sensor on the set As I think I've already posted on this thread twice. I know of at least two rebreather divers who have been taught to do this on their MOD 1 course. After the subsequent hit HSE investigation, their instructor is no longer teaching, and they have retrained with a proper instructor (DaveT). One of the divers I know well, and he is a smart guy, but if you're taught incorrect knowledge, then unless you spend all day trawling round internet forums, you're not going to know any better, no matter how smart you are. It does happen. Janos __________________ You can lead a horse to water but you can't climb a ladder with a large bell in both hands - Vic Reeves www.hellfins.com/shed
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27th December 2007, 15:50	#113 (permalink)
AD_ward9 So much more to learn Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,732	Re: Video of a C02 hit Quote: (Originally Posted by Smudgegs) I'd be interested to know where this is taught/recommended, and who these "large number of divers" are! HSE said the same thing yet ... You clearly do not have the right pucka Navy backround my lad Only kidding, but therein lies the origin of the practice. Once upon a time. I was taught to throw the stuff away if there is ever any doubt at all how much is used and how much is left, but the world is made up of lots of different people with different backgrounds ... and 20 or so years ago people did not understand the issues with rebreathers as much as today. Alex Last edited by AD_ward9 : 27th December 2007 at 15:58.
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27th December 2007, 16:02	#114 (permalink)
jepuskar NA Current Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 397	Re: Video of a C02 hit Quote: (Originally Posted by AD_ward9) ... and 20 or so years ago people did not understand the issues with rebreathers as much as today. Alex You sure about that Alex?
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27th December 2007, 16:04	#115 (permalink)
Smudgegs Divetart Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fife, Scotland Posts: 125	Re: Video of a C02 hit Fair enough and thanks for the replies gents. Apologies if I was going over old ground as I didn't read through the whole thread here. (too many fora not enough time!) Also no intention to be rude to careful divers who were instructed badly. Regards, Smudge ps. You're right, I don't have a Navy background, green machine me
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27th December 2007, 16:18	#116 (permalink)
AD_ward9 So much more to learn Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,732	Re: Video of a C02 hit Quote: (Originally Posted by jepuskar) "... to 20 years ago people did not understand the issues with rebreathers as much as today." You sure about that Alex? No, not sure at all. Especially depending on exactly which people one has in mind. Tools are much better today, but basic knowledge is often worse. Alex Last edited by AD_ward9 : 27th December 2007 at 16:24.
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pete611 RBD one dive at a time... Current Rebreather/s: Dolphin Other Rebreather/s: Dolphin Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 223	Re: Video of a C02 hit WoW....WoW..... __________________ Warm Water Only For Me Please.. ><))))°> ><))))°> WARNING: the rebreather is not broken is a Dolphin!!!
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