Ambient Pressure Diving Ltd.

Water-Ma-Trout Industrial Estate

Tested to EN 250:2000 A1:2006 Auto Air Instruction Manual
Helston EC Type Examination By:
Cornwall SGS United Kingdom Ltd.
United Kingdom Weston-Super-Mare
TR13 0LW Somerset
BS22 6WA
TEL: (+44) 01326 563834 Notified Body number 0120 Important: unlike the original Auto Air
FAX: (+44) 01326 565945
Email: [email protected] this is a balanced regulator and therefore
Website: www.apdiving.com 01/13 0088 does not need adjusting.

Ambient Pressure Diving Ltd.

Water-Ma-Trout Industrial Estate
Tested to EN 250:2000 A1:2006 Auto Air Instruction Manual
Helston EC Type Examination By:
Cornwall SGS United Kingdom Ltd.
United Kingdom Weston-Super-Mare
TR13 0LW Somerset
BS22 6WA
TEL: (+44) 01326 563834 Notified Body number 0120 Important: unlike the original Auto Air
FAX: (+44) 01326 565945
Email: [email protected] this is a balanced regulator and therefore
Website: www.apdiving.com 01/13 0088 does not need adjusting.
2 Contents Warranty 19

Introduction ..............................................................3 All AP Diving products are sold on the understanding that only
British Law applies in cases of warranty claims and product
Getting to know your Auto Air .................................4 liability, regardless of where the equipment is purchased or used.

Getting Started.........................................................5 The Auto Air is warranted against faulty materials and workmanship
for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If a fault occurs
Using your Auto Air..................................................6 AP Diving will repair or replace at their own discretion and so all
Buoyancy Control ....................................................6 claims must be referred directly to AP Diving.
Emergency Breathing ..............................................7
Buddy Breathing ......................................................8
Pre-dive Checks ......................................................9 AP Diving reserves the right to verify all claims. If a fault occurs,
Post-dive Maintenance...........................................10 firstly contact the factory for advice and, if necessary, the product
should be returned directly back to the factory, postage and
Trouble Shooter ......................................................11 insurance pre-paid.

Cautionary Notes....................................................13
Due to the harsh nature of the diving environment, mis-use or
Parts lists ................................................................14 neglect renders all warranties null and void.

Warranty..................................................................19

2 Contents Warranty 19

Introduction ..............................................................3 All AP Diving products are sold on the understanding that only
British Law applies in cases of warranty claims and product
Getting to know your Auto Air .................................4 liability, regardless of where the equipment is purchased or used.

Getting Started.........................................................5 The Auto Air is warranted against faulty materials and workmanship
for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If a fault occurs
Using your Auto Air..................................................6 AP Diving will repair or replace at their own discretion and so all
Buoyancy Control ....................................................6 claims must be referred directly to AP Diving.
Emergency Breathing ..............................................7
Buddy Breathing ......................................................8
Pre-dive Checks ......................................................9 AP Diving reserves the right to verify all claims. If a fault occurs,
Post-dive Maintenance...........................................10 firstly contact the factory for advice and, if necessary, the product
should be returned directly back to the factory, postage and
Trouble Shooter ......................................................11 insurance pre-paid.

Cautionary Notes....................................................13
Due to the harsh nature of the diving environment, mis-use or
Parts lists ................................................................14 neglect renders all warranties null and void.

Warranty..................................................................19
18 Parts List - EV50 Auto Air Hose Assembly Introduction 3

3 This instruction manual provides you with all the information you
need to get the most out of your Auto Air. It is important that you
1 5 read this manual to set up your equipment before you go diving.
2 It doesn’t take long and it’s easy to do, just follow the instructions
6
on the next few pages.
7
3
9 Here are some of the features of your new balanced Auto Air:-
4 11
No. Part No. Name High performance demand valve that acts as an
1 BS903 N70 O-Ring 14
“octopus” 2nd stage.
2 AP50/P4 3/8" UNF Hose Collar
3 AP50/P3 Hose Collar
4 AP50C Hose Emergency breathing valve that allows the breathing of
5 RB70/30 Coupling Body air from inside the buoyancy jacket should your main
6 AP150/18 Modular Washer air supply fail or dry up.
7 AP150/11 Spring 8
8 AP150/12 Sliding Collar 10
9 BS.5.6.2 N70 O-Ring Buoyancy jacket direct feed inflator.
10 AP150/5 Funnel Seat 12
13
11 AP150/8 Spring Buoyancy jacket oral inflate.
12 AP150/6B Valve Float 15
13 BS109 N70 O-Ring
16 Buoyancy jacket deflate.
14 AP150/10 Guide Washer
15 AP150/14 Valve Sleeve
16 AP150/13 Ball Bearings Automatic adjustment to your 1st stage interstage pressure.

18 Parts List - EV50 Auto Air Hose Assembly Introduction 3

3 This instruction manual provides you with all the information you
need to get the most out of your Auto Air. It is important that you
1 5 read this manual to set up your equipment before you go diving.
2 It doesn’t take long and it’s easy to do, just follow the instructions
6
on the next few pages.
7
3
9 Here are some of the features of your new balanced Auto Air:-
4 11
No. Part No. Name High performance demand valve that acts as an
1 BS903 N70 O-Ring 14
“octopus” 2nd stage.
2 AP50/P4 3/8" UNF Hose Collar
3 AP50/P3 Hose Collar
4 AP50C Hose Emergency breathing valve that allows the breathing of
5 RB70/30 Coupling Body air from inside the buoyancy jacket should your main
6 AP150/18 Modular Washer air supply fail or dry up.
7 AP150/11 Spring 8
8 AP150/12 Sliding Collar 10
9 BS.5.6.2 N70 O-Ring Buoyancy jacket direct feed inflator.
10 AP150/5 Funnel Seat 12
13
11 AP150/8 Spring Buoyancy jacket oral inflate.
12 AP150/6B Valve Float 15
13 BS109 N70 O-Ring
16 Buoyancy jacket deflate.
14 AP150/10 Guide Washer
15 AP150/14 Valve Sleeve
16 AP150/13 Ball Bearings Automatic adjustment to your 1st stage interstage pressure.
4 Getting to know your Auto Air APV100/3 Breathing Valve Assembly - Parts List 17

The press button

controls of the Auto Air
allow for direct feed Mouthpiece
inflation, jacket 1
deflation, valve purging Exhale/BCD Vent 2
and oral inflation of the
BCD. The Auto Air has Oral Inflate/ 3
been designed so that BCD Dump Button
each of these buttons 4
are located on a
different plane to reduce 5
the possibility of
operating two buttons 6
simultaneously.
No. Part No. Name 7
1 AP100/39 Back End Washer
BCD Inflator Button 2 AP100/38 Back End Rubber
3 BS018.16 N70 O-Ring 8
4 AP100/37 Module Body
5 AP100/36 Spring 9
6 AP100/35 Stem
7 AP100/34 Washer 10
Regulator Purge Button 8 AP100/33 Diaphragm
9 AP100/32 Diaphragm Washer
10 APV100/31 Button

4 Getting to know your Auto Air APV100/3 Breathing Valve Assembly - Parts List 17

The press button

controls of the Auto Air
allow for direct feed Mouthpiece
inflation, jacket 1
deflation, valve purging Exhale/BCD Vent 2
and oral inflation of the
BCD. The Auto Air has Oral Inflate/ 3
been designed so that BCD Dump Button
each of these buttons 4
are located on a
different plane to reduce 5
the possibility of
operating two buttons 6
simultaneously.
No. Part No. Name 7
1 AP100/39 Back End Washer
BCD Inflator Button 2 AP100/38 Back End Rubber
3 BS018.16 N70 O-Ring 8
4 AP100/37 Module Body
5 AP100/36 Spring 9
6 AP100/35 Stem
7 AP100/34 Washer 10
Regulator Purge Button 8 AP100/33 Diaphragm
9 AP100/32 Diaphragm Washer
10 APV100/31 Button
16 Parts List - APV100/2 Demand Valve Assembly Getting Started 5

Connecting the Auto Air: Shoulder Pull Dump

If the BCD has a
shoulder pull dump
To your Buoyancy Control Device (BCD) operated by pulling the
1 breathing hose, don’t
2 Offer the Auto Air up to the BCD large bore breathing hose. forget to attach the cord
3 Push the breathing hose over the large port on the Auto air, to the Auto Air Pin.
4 secure the Auto Air in place with a ty-rap.
5
6
7 Important:
No. Part No. Name To your 1st Stage
8 DO NOT connect the
1 APV100/21 Valve Body 9 inflator hose to any port
2 BS016 N70 O-Ring Screw the 3/8” UNF end of the direct feed hose to a 3/8” UNF
10 providing a pressure
3 BS9.5x1 N70 O-Ring low pressure port on the 1st Stage, nip it up with a spanner but greater than 400PSI
4 AP100/21A Valve Seat 11
5 APV100/23 Poppet Seat DO NOT over tighten. (28BAR) - higher
12 pressure may cause
6 APV100/24 Poppet 13
7 BS006 N70 O-Ring If the direct feed hose is too long then one end can be removed, damage or personal
8 Bs004 N70 O-Ring and re-fitted once the hose has been cut to the desired length. injury.
9 APV100/25 Spring
10 APV100/26 Valve Chamber Tip:
Connect the Auto Air to the direct feed snap connector.
11 APV100/27 Lever Connect the Auto Air to the
12 AP100/28 M3 Washer direct feed hose with the
13 AP100/28A M3 Nut air supply turned off.

16 Parts List - APV100/2 Demand Valve Assembly Getting Started 5

Connecting the Auto Air: Shoulder Pull Dump

If the BCD has a
shoulder pull dump
To your Buoyancy Control Device (BCD) operated by pulling the
1 breathing hose, don’t
2 Offer the Auto Air up to the BCD large bore breathing hose. forget to attach the cord
3 Push the breathing hose over the large port on the Auto air, to the Auto Air Pin.
4 secure the Auto Air in place with a ty-rap.
5
6
7 Important:
No. Part No. Name To your 1st Stage
8 DO NOT connect the
1 APV100/21 Valve Body 9 inflator hose to any port
2 BS016 N70 O-Ring Screw the 3/8” UNF end of the direct feed hose to a 3/8” UNF
10 providing a pressure
3 BS9.5x1 N70 O-Ring low pressure port on the 1st Stage, nip it up with a spanner but greater than 400PSI
4 AP100/21A Valve Seat 11
5 APV100/23 Poppet Seat DO NOT over tighten. (28BAR) - higher
12 pressure may cause
6 APV100/24 Poppet 13
7 BS006 N70 O-Ring If the direct feed hose is too long then one end can be removed, damage or personal
8 Bs004 N70 O-Ring and re-fitted once the hose has been cut to the desired length. injury.
9 APV100/25 Spring
10 APV100/26 Valve Chamber Tip:
Connect the Auto Air to the direct feed snap connector.
11 APV100/27 Lever Connect the Auto Air to the
12 AP100/28 M3 Washer direct feed hose with the
13 AP100/28A M3 Nut air supply turned off.
6 Using Your Auto Air Parts List 15

Important:
Buoyancy Control Auto Air Component List Ordering Spares
If the Auto Air free flows Spares and service kits
into the BCD or out of Power Inflate are available directly from
No. Part No. Name the factory, or website:
the mouthpiece the
1 APV100/1 Auto Air Main Body www.apdiving.com
direct feed hose can be 2 AP16 Mouthpiece
To inflate your BCD using the air from your cylinders simply
quickly disconnected 3 AP21 Ty-Wrap Tel: (+44) 01326 565834
press the blue dome button located on the opposite side to
by pulling back on the 4 APV100/2 Demand Valve Assembly email: [email protected]
direct feed snap connector. the mouthpiece.
5 APV100/6 Retaining Ring
6 AP100/41 Mesh Filter
7 BS011 N70 O-Ring
Oral Inflate 8 APV100/19N Direct Feed Insert
9 APV100/44 Core Valve
To orally inflate press the large button in the middle of the 10 AP100/15N Plunger
exhaust valve, and blow into the mouthpiece. 11 AP100/14 Inflator Cap
12 AP100/13 Cap Retainer
13 APV100/3 Jacket Breathing module
Deflating 14 APV100/10 Module Cap
Tip: 15 AP100/5 Diaphragm
To avoid water entering 16 AP100/6 Skid Disk
your BCD, use the dump Air can be vented from the BCD by lifting the Auto Air above 17 APV100/9 Diaphragm Cover
valves on your BCD for the head and depressing the exhaust valve. 18 APV100/7 Diaphragm Cap
routine deflation. Use the
Auto Air vent in only in
an emergency.

6 Using Your Auto Air Parts List 15

Important:
Buoyancy Control Auto Air Component List Ordering Spares
If the Auto Air free flows Spares and service kits
into the BCD or out of Power Inflate are available directly from
No. Part No. Name the factory, or website:
the mouthpiece the
1 APV100/1 Auto Air Main Body www.apdiving.com
direct feed hose can be 2 AP16 Mouthpiece
To inflate your BCD using the air from your cylinders simply
quickly disconnected 3 AP21 Ty-Wrap Tel: (+44) 01326 565834
press the blue dome button located on the opposite side to
by pulling back on the 4 APV100/2 Demand Valve Assembly email: [email protected]
direct feed snap connector. the mouthpiece.
5 APV100/6 Retaining Ring
6 AP100/41 Mesh Filter
7 BS011 N70 O-Ring
Oral Inflate 8 APV100/19N Direct Feed Insert
9 APV100/44 Core Valve
To orally inflate press the large button in the middle of the 10 AP100/15N Plunger
exhaust valve, and blow into the mouthpiece. 11 AP100/14 Inflator Cap
12 AP100/13 Cap Retainer
13 APV100/3 Jacket Breathing module
Deflating 14 APV100/10 Module Cap
Tip: 15 AP100/5 Diaphragm
To avoid water entering 16 AP100/6 Skid Disk
your BCD, use the dump Air can be vented from the BCD by lifting the Auto Air above 17 APV100/9 Diaphragm Cover
valves on your BCD for the head and depressing the exhaust valve. 18 APV100/7 Diaphragm Cap
routine deflation. Use the
Auto Air vent in only in
an emergency.
14 Parts List Using Your Auto Air 7
1
Emergency Breathing
5
To take advantage of the emergency breathing feature on the
2
4 Auto Air your BCD will need to be fitted with an emergency
cylinder like those fitted to the Commando, Explorer & Tekwing.
3 6
7
The Auto Air will continue to draw air form the main cylinder
until all the air is depleted, it then AUTOMATICALLY switches
over to the emergency jacket breathing valve.
8
The emergency breathing valve draws air from the BCD so Tip:
9
Adding air from the
normal breathing can continue. Air in the BCD can be
10 cylinder during the
15 replenished in short bursts from the emergency cylinder fitted exhale will maintain
to the BCD. a steady buoyancy.
11
18 13
17
12
16 As you ascend the pressure in the main cylinder will increase,
the Auto Air will AUTOMATICALLY use this air as it becomes
14
available.

14 Parts List Using Your Auto Air 7

1
Emergency Breathing
5
To take advantage of the emergency breathing feature on the
2
4 Auto Air your BCD will need to be fitted with an emergency
cylinder like those fitted to the Commando, Explorer & Tekwing.
3 6
7
The Auto Air will continue to draw air form the main cylinder
until all the air is depleted, it then AUTOMATICALLY switches
over to the emergency jacket breathing valve.
8
The emergency breathing valve draws air from the BCD so Tip:
9
Adding air from the
normal breathing can continue. Air in the BCD can be
10 cylinder during the
15 replenished in short bursts from the emergency cylinder fitted exhale will maintain
to the BCD. a steady buoyancy.
11
18 13
17
12
16 As you ascend the pressure in the main cylinder will increase,
the Auto Air will AUTOMATICALLY use this air as it becomes
14
available.
8 Using Your Auto Air Cautionary Notes 13
The use of compressed air underwater breathing equipment
Tip: such as the Auto Air, is potentially dangerous for the untrained
Keeping hold of the
Buddy Breathing
user. Instruction in the use of such equipment from a qualified
Auto Air for yourself instructor should be received before venturing into open water.
instead of offering it If your partner’s air supply fails, you can make your own The maximum certified depth using air (to EN12021) is 50m at
to your buddy means Demand Valve (DV) available, using the Auto Air for your 62,5 litres RMV and water temperature +10OC.
you keep control of
own air supply.
your buoyancy. NEVER use the Auto Air with CO2.
Warning: Both divers can then continue to breathe normally from
Do not add or dump excessive amounts of air while diving.
SCUBA complying with your main cylinder and ascend at a normal rate,
EN250 is not intended
This can cause a dangerous rate of ascent or descent.
monitoring each other and the air supply as you rise.
for more than one user
to breathe from at the Always carry out the pre and post dive checks and have the
same time. Thus if Auto Air and direct feed hose serviced annually.
connecting your Auto Air
to the same 1st stage
regulator as your primary Always use the direct feed hose supplied with the Auto Air,
regulator then breathing never use other brands that may not provide the required
performance may not fulfil
the requirements of EN250. flow rate.

Warning: SCUBA complying with EN250 is not intended for

More than one user to breathe from at the same time. Thus if
connecting your Auto Air to the same 1st stage regulator as your
primary regulator then Breathing performance may not fulfil the
requirements of EN250.

8 Using Your Auto Air Cautionary Notes 13

The use of compressed air underwater breathing equipment
Tip: such as the Auto Air, is potentially dangerous for the untrained
Keeping hold of the
Buddy Breathing
user. Instruction in the use of such equipment from a qualified
Auto Air for yourself instructor should be received before venturing into open water.
instead of offering it If your partner’s air supply fails, you can make your own The maximum certified depth using air (to EN12021) is 50m at
to your buddy means Demand Valve (DV) available, using the Auto Air for your 62,5 litres RMV and water temperature +10OC.
you keep control of
own air supply.
your buoyancy. NEVER use the Auto Air with CO2.
Warning: Both divers can then continue to breathe normally from
Do not add or dump excessive amounts of air while diving.
SCUBA complying with your main cylinder and ascend at a normal rate,
EN250 is not intended
This can cause a dangerous rate of ascent or descent.
monitoring each other and the air supply as you rise.
for more than one user
to breathe from at the Always carry out the pre and post dive checks and have the
same time. Thus if Auto Air and direct feed hose serviced annually.
connecting your Auto Air
to the same 1st stage
regulator as your primary Always use the direct feed hose supplied with the Auto Air,
regulator then breathing never use other brands that may not provide the required
performance may not fulfil
the requirements of EN250. flow rate.

Warning: SCUBA complying with EN250 is not intended for

More than one user to breathe from at the same time. Thus if
connecting your Auto Air to the same 1st stage regulator as your
primary regulator then Breathing performance may not fulfil the
requirements of EN250.
12 Trouble Shooter Using Your Auto Air 9
Continued...

or
Pre-dive Checks

A. Air is leaking through the quick release coupling Hose

when the hose is disconnected.
Depress the direct feed button two or three times to remove Visually inspect for cuts, abrasions or any other signs of damage.
any dust or grit. If this does not cure the problem - replace Operate the snap connector by connecting and disconnecting it
the core valve AP100/44 and O-ring BS011N70. to the Auto Air. Ensure the operation is smooth.

Q. On the surface the BCD breathing valve opens on Auto Air

inhalation, with the air turned on?
Visually inspect the Auto Air for any signs of damage, especially
A. The main cylinder valve is not completely turned on so the mouthpiece for holes and secure attachment.
causing a restriction.
Turn the valve fully on.
Safety Warning:
Testing
Never put your ear to
the leak, pressurised
Connect the Auto Air to your air supply. Turn the air on and listen air can damage your
for escaping air, if leaking try depressing the purge button two or hearing. If you suspect
three times to clear the valve seats of any obstructions such as a leak always immerse
the equipment in water
salt crystals and dust.
to locate problem.

12 Trouble Shooter Using Your Auto Air 9

Continued...

or
Pre-dive Checks

A. Air is leaking through the quick release coupling Hose

when the hose is disconnected.
Depress the direct feed button two or three times to remove Visually inspect for cuts, abrasions or any other signs of damage.
any dust or grit. If this does not cure the problem - replace Operate the snap connector by connecting and disconnecting it
the core valve AP100/44 and O-ring BS011N70. to the Auto Air. Ensure the operation is smooth.

Q. On the surface the BCD breathing valve opens on Auto Air

inhalation, with the air turned on?
Visually inspect the Auto Air for any signs of damage, especially
A. The main cylinder valve is not completely turned on so the mouthpiece for holes and secure attachment.
causing a restriction.
Turn the valve fully on.
Safety Warning:
Testing
Never put your ear to
the leak, pressurised
Connect the Auto Air to your air supply. Turn the air on and listen air can damage your
for escaping air, if leaking try depressing the purge button two or hearing. If you suspect
three times to clear the valve seats of any obstructions such as a leak always immerse
the equipment in water
salt crystals and dust.
to locate problem.
10 Using Your Auto Air Trouble shooter 11
Pre-dive Checks Continued...
Q. Jacket Inflates without pressing the Inflator Button?
Inhale and exhale through the Auto Air and make sure that air is
being supplied via the direct feed and not from the BCD. Turn off
the air supply and carry on breathing . As the air in the direct feed A. Air is bypassing the Direct Feed Insert AP100/19N.
line is used up, the Auto Air will Automatically draw air from the Depress the direct feed button two or three times to remove
BCD. Continue to draw air from the BCD, if you can still draw air any dust or grit. If this does not cure the problem - replace the
from the BCD once it is empty, there is a leak in the system. core valve AP100/44 and O-ring BS011N70.

Post-dive maintenance
Q. The BCD is deflating without operating any exhaust valves?
With the Air turned on thoroughly rinse the Auto Air in fresh water.
A. Air is leaking through or past the BCD breathing module Tip:
Depress the exhale valve button and allow water to wash over the
Unscrew the diaphragm cover AP100/10 and pull the jacket It is easier to remove
valve seat. the breathing module
breathing module AP100/3 out. Check the O-ring BS.18.1.6N70
by pushing it out from
Depress the purge button to blow air through the Auto Air and and Back End Rubber AP100/38 for damage and correct the inside.
clear the chamber. location on the module body - clean and replace as required.

Inspect the Auto Air for damage or wear and tear, have the Auto or
Air serviced.
A. Air is leaking through the direct feed button cover AP100/14
Have the Auto Air serviced by an AP Diving once a year. Replace the direct feed button cover AP100/14.

10 Using Your Auto Air Trouble shooter 11

Pre-dive Checks Continued...
Q. Jacket Inflates without pressing the Inflator Button?
Inhale and exhale through the Auto Air and make sure that air is
being supplied via the direct feed and not from the BCD. Turn off
the air supply and carry on breathing . As the air in the direct feed A. Air is bypassing the Direct Feed Insert AP100/19N.
line is used up, the Auto Air will Automatically draw air from the Depress the direct feed button two or three times to remove
BCD. Continue to draw air from the BCD, if you can still draw air any dust or grit. If this does not cure the problem - replace the
from the BCD once it is empty, there is a leak in the system. core valve AP100/44 and O-ring BS011N70.

Post-dive maintenance
Q. The BCD is deflating without operating any exhaust valves?
With the Air turned on thoroughly rinse the Auto Air in fresh water.
A. Air is leaking through or past the BCD breathing module Tip:
Depress the exhale valve button and allow water to wash over the
Unscrew the diaphragm cover AP100/10 and pull the jacket It is easier to remove
valve seat. the breathing module
breathing module AP100/3 out. Check the O-ring BS.18.1.6N70
by pushing it out from
Depress the purge button to blow air through the Auto Air and and Back End Rubber AP100/38 for damage and correct the inside.
clear the chamber. location on the module body - clean and replace as required.

Inspect the Auto Air for damage or wear and tear, have the Auto or
Air serviced.
A. Air is leaking through the direct feed button cover AP100/14
Have the Auto Air serviced by an AP Diving once a year. Replace the direct feed button cover AP100/14.