Over Pressure Valve Operation; Lower Dump Valve; Bc Examination And Procedures; Pre-Dive Visual Inspection And Valve Test - Scubapro X-Tek SIDEMOUNT SYSTEM Manual Del Usuario

WARNING
!
With all deñ ation methods, only keep the valve open as long as needed. This helps prevent excess water from
entering the BC.

Over Pressure Valve Operation

The Over Pressure Valve prevents over-ink ation of the BC. If the internal pressure exceeds the spring pressure in the Over
Pressure Valve, the valve automatically opens and releases air to prevent damage to the BC. The valve will automatically
close when the internal pressure goes below the spring pressure in the Over Pressure Valve (OPV).

Lower Dump Valve

Pressure Valves located at the lower rear of the bladder are equipped with lanyard and pull knob. This lower Dump Valve
can be manually activated when the Diver is in a horizontal or head down orientation in the water, positioning them at the
highest point of the air bubble.
WARNING
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Never breathe from the BC. Your BC may contain gas residue, liquid, or contamination that may result in injury
or death if inhaled. Keep water out of the bladder of the BC. Repeated use of the oral valve or the Overpressure
Valve may allow water inside the BC, reducing the amount of buoyancy provided by the BC.
This could result in injury or death. Drain all water out of the BC prior to every use.
IMPORTANT!
With all dek ation methods, keep the valve open no longer than needed. This helps prevent excess water from entering
the BC.
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BC EXAMINATION AND PROCEDURES

Pre-dive, dive and post-dive BC examination helps to identify equipment problems before unsafe conditions exist, helping
to prevent diving accidents. All equipment must be regularly inspected by an authorized SCUBAPRO equipment repair
facility to maintain its safe operation.
WARNING
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DO NOT DIVE with a BC that does not pass any of the Pre-Dive, Dive or Post-Dive inspection points and tests.
Diving with a BC that fails any of the listed check points could result in the loss of buoyancy control while diving,
resulting in serious injury or death.

Pre-Dive Visual Inspection and Valve Test:

1. Examine the entire BC for cuts, punctures, frayed seams, excessive abrasion, loose/missing hardware and other
damage of any kind.
2. Inspect the Oral Valve, Power Ink ation Valve, and Over Pressure Valve(s) for cracks, damage, or contamination.
3. Operate the Power Ink ation Valve (with the LP hose attached and charged with air pressure), Oral Valve and Over Pressure
Valve, checking for proper operation and resealing. If the OP Valve has a Pull Dump, test it by pulling on the cord.
4. Ink ate the BC through the Oral Valve until it is j rm. Listen and check for leaks. Let the BC stand ink ated for 30 minutes
or more, and then check the BC for loss of air.
5. While wearing the BC, adjust the straps and other attachments on the BC for a comfortable j t that does not restrict
breathing. Make these adjustments with the BC ink ated and while wearing the exposure suit you intend to dive with.
6. Check quick release weight pockets or systems that retain weight (if your BC is equipped with them). Make sure that
their retention systems are fully and securely engaged. Conj rm that they can be quickly released and the weight freely
removed from the system.
7. Do a buddy check with your dive partner conj rming that all valves operate correctly prior to entering the water.
8. MAKE SURE THE BUOYANCY OF THE WING USED HAS SUFFICENT LIFT FOR YOUR USED DIVE EQUIPMENT.
THE NEGATIVE BUOYANCY COULD BE: WEIGHTS, TANKS, ACCESSORIES. REMIND THAT YOUR THERMAL
PROTECTION SUIT WILL LOOSE BUOYANCY IN DEPTH,
WARNING
!
The assembly of the system should only be done by a trained person such as an authorized SCUBAPRO Dealer
to avoid wrong assembly.
After the assembly, a ð nal inspection must be performed by an authorized dealer.
Incorrect installation can cause serious injuries or death.
WARNING
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DO NOT DIVE with a BC that is damaged, leaks air, or does not function properly.
Terminate any dive as safely and quickly as possible if the BC becomes damaged, leaks air, or does not function
properly.
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to chlorinated water, such as in swimming pools. Wash your BC immediately after
any use in chlorinated water. Chlorinated water can oxidize fabrics and materials on your BC, thereby shortening their life,
and cause colors (especially neon) to fade. Damage and fading from prolonged exposure to chlorinated water is specij cally
not covered under warranty.
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