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In Response To: Re: The helium valve is Omega's special gimmick.-- ()

Study the diagrams in the owners manual and read the text that explains how the valve works. The
pressure pushes the valve from its recess to vent
the gas. This valve is spring loaded. After the
helium is vented and the pressure is equalized the
spring returns the valve to its original position.
The gaskets are not blown out and don't have to be
replaced. This happens several times during the
decompression stage.

Regards,

JT Farris