The 2007 Eagle Z1 uses the new  "Super light" molded composite tank clamps for easy air travel. Our customer feedback research has told us woman are far less abusive than the men, and prefer the lighter travel weight.
This new composite tank clamp material alone will provide a weight savings of 11.7 ounces.

IMPORTANT: Composite (if abused with sufficient impact force) can be broken.
Example: Dropping your buoyancy device on the clamp with a heavy Scuba cylinder installed on to a hard rocky surface can cause this composite clamp to crack and fail.
Should you experience damage to your clamps, contact the authorized Eagle Z1 USA distributor directly at: Universal Scuba Distributors Inc. 1-281-493-0344

EAGLE Z1 TECH: Most customers upgrading from a substandard or beginner level BCD to our new Eagle Z1 model is far more active, and adventure minded. We all know that "Boys are tough on their toys" Advanced diving requires that more durable materials be utilized to maintain absolute reliability under severe operating conditions. Stainless clamps are standard equipment on the Eagle Z1 Tech models.

OVER PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE: The over pressure valve / dump valve is located on the lower section of the bladder assembly. This valve prevents over inflation and damage of the bladder assembly. This valve should automatically release air when the internal bladder exceeds the valves spring pressure. It should automatically close when the internal bladder pressure is reduced to a safe level. The valve can also be used to "dump" air when you are diving inverted. This dumping of air can be done by gently pulling on the knob string that is attached to the valve. It should be tested before each dive. Poor after dive rinsing or lack of cleaning can result in this valve becoming "Sticky or hard to operate.

REMOTE EXHAUST VALVE: The remote exhaust valve is located on the upper part of the air cell. This allows you to "Dump" air manually as you adjust your buoyancy. The RE valve operates by pulling down on the power inflator mechanism and NOT on the corrugated rubber hose. The remote exhaust  valve fittings should be tightened snug by hand only, and be tested before every dive. 

POWER INFLATOR / ORAL INFLATOR DEVICE: This device consists of an oral valve mouthpiece, oral valve button, and pneumatic inflation valve and connects directly to the RE valve via an internal stainless cable within the corrugated hose. To inflate the BCD you need to connect the low pressure feed hose. To inflate just push the inflate button. The harder you press, the faster the air flow.

ORAL INFLATION: To use the oral inflator just depress the oral inflator button and blow into the mouthpiece. This can be done during the dive, and at the surface to provide buoyancy. This should be considered only as a back-up device should the power inflator NOT function correctly.

WEIGHT SYSTEM: It is very important to make sure the touch fastener weight pocket flap is securely attached completely to the BCD. Loosing ballast weights during a dive could result in injury or death. Make sure you place equal weights in each of the weight pockets so the BCD balance and trim is correct. Both rear trim pockets should also be used. This will provide correct vertical surface support. Loading and removing weights is done with the top zipper access on the two primary pockets, and touch fastener flaps on the rear trim weight pockets. The "pull to eject" is only for emergency use.
IMPORTANT: The standard rear mounted trim pocket weights cannot be ejected or dumped when the BCD is worn. The high capacity cold water versions can be ejected.

HARNESS ADJUSTMENT: It is important for proper balance to wear the BCD harness very low on the torso. The divers belly button should be located above the top of the cummerbund. The shoulder straps should be worn snug, and not tight. The function of the sternum strap is to prevent the shoulder straps from slipping out of place, and should be worn loose, not tight. The waist panel or cummerbund has an elastic panel located under the back pad. This allows you to wear the cummerbund very snug. The elastic panel helps to compensate for wetsuit compression as you descend.

PERFORMANCE: Take some time to get accustomed to your new BCD under controlled confined water conditions. Ballast weight amounts & correct weight placement is critical for ideal performance. When properly adjusted, and worn low, it should hold you close to vertical at the surface when partially inflated, and perfectly horizontal during the dive. Prepare to fall in love with this machine!