Lesson 5: Regulators & Gauges
Modern scuba diving was born with the invention of the regulator. This is the piece of equipment that delivers air to the diver, and while they may appear complicated, it's their simplicity that makes them safe and dependable.
Additional equipment is attached to the regulator to increase safety. These include gauges that provide important information as well as an alternate air source that allows you to share air with your buddy in the event of an out-of-air emergency.
In this lesson, you'll learn how this equipment works, important considerations in selecting your gear, and proper maintenance procedures.
Additional equipment is attached to the regulator to increase safety. These include gauges that provide important information as well as an alternate air source that allows you to share air with your buddy in the event of an out-of-air emergency.
In this lesson, you'll learn how this equipment works, important considerations in selecting your gear, and proper maintenance procedures.
Lesson Objectives
After this lesson, you will be able to:
- Explain the function of a regulator's 1st stage.
- Explain the function of a regulator's 2nd stage.
- Identify three types of alternate air sources.
- List three required dive gauges.
- Demonstrate proper regulator maintenance.
