The Genesis Prana Regulator is a high-performance diving regulator designed for a wide range of extreme conditions, offering advanced breathing performance, durability, longevity, and styling. It consists of a first stage and a second stage, with an optional Prana Octo alternate air source.
Function Description:
The Genesis Prana Regulator is a crucial piece of scuba diving equipment that reduces high-pressure air from a scuba tank to a breathable pressure for the diver. The first stage connects to the tank and lowers the pressure to an intermediate level, while the second stage, which the diver breathes from, further reduces the air pressure to ambient water pressure, making it comfortable to inhale. The Prana Octo serves as an alternate air source for emergency situations.
Usage Features:
First Stage:
- Environmentally Sealed Spring Chamber: The spring chamber is environmentally sealed to maintain cleanliness, reducing the effects of corrosion and contamination. This design ensures uniform high performance throughout the regulator's lifespan.
- Balanced Flow by Piston: This feature delivers ample air volume at a stable intermediate pressure to the second stage, regardless of the supply pressure from the tank.
- No Liquids or Gels: The first stage does not use any liquids or gels, which eliminates potential leaks and reduces service costs.
- Tee-shaped Design: The tee-shaped design reduces the regulator's profile when mounted on the tank, contributing to a more streamlined setup.
- Multiple Ports: It includes four low-pressure (LP) ports and two high-pressure (HP) ports, offering multiple options for ideal hose positioning to accommodate various accessory configurations.
- Nitrox Compatibility: The first stage is compatible with Nitrox mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen, provided the user has specialized training and the regulator is maintained according to Nitrox use guidelines.
- Cold Water Operation: The regulator is tested to operate optimally in water temperatures above 50°F (10°C).
Second Stage:
- Two-piece Valve Tube Construction: This construction provides a precise channel for the poppet to travel, ensuring smooth and consistent air delivery.
- Injection Molded Thermoplastic Rubber Seat: The seat is harder than traditional silicone seats, maintaining its shape and resisting deep coining, which contributes to consistent performance and durability.
- Venturi Switch: This switch allows the diver to adjust the direction of air flow. When rotated clockwise towards the mouthpiece, it provides maximum assist (least resistance) for high flow rates. Rotating it counterclockwise towards the front of the second stage reduces the venturi assist (increases breathing resistance), making the regulator more stable when unattended. For optimal breathing, the switch should be in the least resistance position during use.
- Diver-operated Adjustment Knob: This knob allows the diver to control the opening effort, enabling personalized breathing resistance.
- Free Parts for Life: Genesis Scuba offers a "Free Parts for Life" program, subject to certain restrictions, which covers warranted parts for the original purchaser.
General Usage:
- Pre-Dive Inspection: Before each dive, it is crucial to inspect all hoses for damage, visually check the entire regulator, and confirm air flow by pressing the purge button and taking test breaths. Any unusual breathing resistance should prompt a professional check.
- Hose Orientation: Once pressurized, avoid repositioning the first stage to change hose orientation or carrying the assembly by the hoses or regulator, as this can damage components.
- Air Supply: The regulator is designed to provide an ample air supply with minimal resistance. If breathing feels labored or distressing, the dive should be terminated, and the regulator examined by an Authorized Genesis Dealer.
- Unintentional Free Flow: If the second stage free flows due to impact or sudden removal from the mouth, covering the mouthpiece or replacing it in the mouth should stop the flow. If not, the dive must be terminated, and the regulator examined.
Maintenance Features:
Cleaning and Storage:
- Immediate Rinsing: The regulator should be cleaned as soon as possible after diving to prevent corrosion and deposit formation.
- Rinsing While Pressurized: If possible, rinse the regulator while it is still pressurized to minimize contaminants entering its interior passages.
- Dust Cap Protection: If rinsing without pressure, ensure the first stage inlet protector (Dust Cap) is in place.
- Avoid Purge Button During Rinsing: Do not depress the second stage purge button during rinsing when the regulator is not pressurized, as this can allow contaminants to enter the demand valve.
- Drying: Dry the regulator before long-term storage.
- Proper Storage: Store the dry regulator in a container that minimizes exposure to dirt, chemicals, or ultraviolet light. Avoid storage near electrical equipment (motors, computers, appliances) to prevent ozone exposure, which can prematurely deteriorate seals and rubber parts.
Dealer Service:
- Annual Inspection: It is strongly recommended that the regulator be inspected by an Authorized Genesis Dealer at least annually, or anytime performance decreases or damage is suspected.
- Factory Recommended Overhaul: A factory-recommended service overhaul is advised every other year or after 300 hours of use, whichever comes first. More frequent service may be needed depending on environmental conditions and user care.
- Service Registration: Authorized Genesis Scuba Dealers are required to register each service at www.GenesisScuba.com. Divers should request a printout of the service registration for their records.
- Rental/Training Use: Regulators used for rental or training purposes require complete overhaul and factory-prescribed service every three to six months due to the damaging effects of chlorinated swimming pool water and pH balancing chemicals.
- Limited Lifetime Warranty: Genesis Scuba offers a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser, covering defects in workmanship and materials.
- Proof of Purchase: Proof of purchase from an Authorized Genesis Dealer is required for warranty claims.
- Exclusions: The warranty excludes abuse, neglect, alterations, improper unauthorized service, and wear parts such as hoses, mouthpieces, seals, and metal parts with mild corrosion from seawater exposure.
- Parts Coverage: Genesis will replace warranted parts, but labor costs for replacement are the owner's responsibility.
- Warranty Maintenance: To maintain the Parts Warranty, each inspection and service must be registered by an Authorized Dealer at www.GenesisScuba.com.
- Restrictions: The warranty does not cover normal wear, damages from improper use/maintenance/repairs, cosmetic damage, rental/commercial/military use, or products purchased outside the United States. Failure to meet service requirements will void the warranty.
- Product Registration: Divers are encouraged to register their regulator at www.GenesisScuba.com within 30 days of purchase.
Returning for Service:
- For annual service or warranty repair, the regulator should be brought or sent to the nearest authorized Genesis dealer.
- When returning products under warranty, provide photocopies of the original sales receipt and request a printout of service records from www.GenesisScuba.com.
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