Warning Statements - Tusa BCJ-5960 Manual De Usuario

CONGRATULATIONS! You are now the owner of one of the many fine TUSA
products. Your new Buoyancy Compensation Jacket is built to exacting standards,
using only the highest quality materials.
Before you use your new B.C.J., please read this manual carefully. The following
warning, cautions, and notes were written to make it possible for you to enjoy your
diving experience with maximum safety.
We at TUSA want you to have many years of dependable service from your new
equipment and have many memorable and safe dives.
Thank you for purchasing one of our high quality products.
WARNING : THIS PRODUCT IS A SCUBA DIVING BUOYANCY DEVICE. THIS IS
NOT A LIFEJACKET: IT DOES NOT GUARANTEE A HEAD UP POSITION OF THE
WEARER AT THE SURFACE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE : TUSA BCJ is intended to be used down to a 50 meter (164
feet) maximum water depth and can be used in cold water with temperature below
10°C.
"MARKING"
When fully inflated in fresh water at sea-level, approximate buoyancy capacity of each
size is as follows:
Size
BCJ-5960 BCJ-5560
XS –
XS-S 190N (=19.4kgf) 130N (=13.3kgf)
S –
M 190N (=19.4kgf) 160N (=16.3kgf)
L –
L-XL 190N (=19.4kgf) 230N (=23.5kgf)
XL –
Size
BCJ-9100 BCJ-3860
XS 85N (=8.7kgf) 105N (=10.7kgf)
XS-S – –
S 105N (=10.7kgf) 125N (=12.8kgf)
M 125N (=12.8kgf) 155N (=15.8kgf)
L 140N (=14.3kgf) –
L-XL – 195N (=19.9kgf)
XL – –
MAX. CAPACITY : 15 Litres Tank
15
Diameter MAX. :
Lift Capacity
BCJ-2100 BCJ-3200
– 80N (=8.2kgf) 80N (=8.2kgf)
– –
– 100N (=10.2kgf) 100N (=10.2kgf)
140N (=14.3kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf)
– 170N (=17.3kgf) 170N (=17.3kgf)
– –
– 205N (=20.9kgf) 205N (=20.9kgf)
Lift Capacity
BCJ-1650 BCJ-6900 BCJ-6910
80N (=8.2kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf)
– –
95N (=9.7kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf)
135N (=13.8kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf)
– 140N (=14.3kgf) 140N (=14.3kgf)
170N (=17.3kgf) –
– 180N (=18.4kgf)
204mm (8.0 inch)
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NOTICE: The PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) mentioned in this User's Manual
was submitted to tests for validation of the design and certified according to Art. 10 of
Directive 89/686/EEC by ITALCERT - Viale Sarca 336, 20126 Milano ITALY, Notified
body n ° 0426. This device is in compliance with EN 1809:1997 (PPE belonging to
category II) and EN 250:2000 (PPE belonging to category III).
The CE marking means the compliance of the device to the Basic Health and Safety
Requirements of Annex II of Directive 89/686/EEC. The number 0426 near the CE
identifies the Notified Body ITALCERT, entitled for the EC quality control system for
the final product according to Art. 11.A of Directive 89/686/EEC."
The definition of SCUBA according to EN 250:
- demand regulator, - air cylinder with cylinder valves
- carrying harness / support for air cylinder (your B.C.J.!)
- safety device/s (e.g. your Pressure gauge) , - facepiece / mouthpiece
This device is a component of your SCUBA. Remember that a SCUBA must be
composed only of CE marked components. Please read carefully the User's Manuals
attached to all the components you intend to use to assemble your SCUBA."
Tabata cannot be considered responsible for any damage / injury to persons or things
for eventual uncompatibilities / misuse due to use of non CE marked components.
● This information has been put together for your safety. Please read and understand
this manual completely before using your new B.C.J.
● Prior to using this product, it is required that you receive training in buoyancy
compensation from an internationally recognized educational organization.
● You should also carefully read the owner's manual and all instructions that
accompany this product before its use.
● Misuse of this product may result in uncontrolled ascents, descents, loss of
buoyancy and control which could lead to serious injury or death.
● Please Note: This B.C.J. is not a Coast Guard approved surface flotation device for
all users and conditions.
● Always inflate your B.C.J. slowly to avoid uncontrolled ascents. Rapid inflation can lead
to loss of control upon ascent which could result in air embolism, serious injury or death.
–
● A significant amount of practice is required in order to maintain a safe rate of ascent.
The Overpressure Valve cannot and should not be used to control or prevent
uncontrolled ascents.
● Do not add weight to the B.C.J. by placing them in the pockets, or other form of
–
attachment . Doing so may prevent you from easily releasing them in case of
–
emergency. Additionally, excess weight may reduce the buoyancy of the B.C.J. and
impair or prevent its proper operation.
● Your cummerbund and attachment straps should be adjusted for a comfortable and
proper fit. Your B.C.J. should not restrict your breathing when fully inflated. Check
all bands, straps, quick-disconnect buckle and the cummerbund for wear prior to

WARNING STATEMENTS

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