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ETR3(SS) · 05-23-17, 07:59 PM

Mostly because that compressed air has a specific use, like surfacing the boat in event of emergency. Also because none of the ventilation system hull valves were designed to be operated underwater. There were oxygen candles and a CO2 absorbent for extended submerged periods.

05-23-17, 07:59 PM	#2
ETR3(SS) Ocean Warrior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Between test depth and periscope depth Posts: 3,021 Downloads: 175 Uploads: 16	Mostly because that compressed air has a specific use, like surfacing the boat in event of emergency. Also because none of the ventilation system hull valves were designed to be operated underwater. There were oxygen candles and a CO2 absorbent for extended submerged periods. __________________ USS Kentucky SSBN 737 (G) Comms Div 2003-2006 Qualified 19 November 03 Yes I was really on a submarine.