Beuchat Buoyancy compensators Bedienungsanleitung
EN 1809 ED. 12/05
BOUÉES D’ÉQUILIBRAGE
BUOYANCY COMPENSATORS / TARIERJACKETS
CHALECOS HYDROSTATICOS / COLETES COMPENSADORES
GIUBBETTI EQUILIBRATORI / TRIMJACKS / KAMIZELKI WYPORNOSCIOWE
ÚSZÓKÉPESSÉG SZABÁLYOZÓK /
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Buoyancy compensators
> User guide
Introduction
1 - Models in the Beuchat product range 28
2 - Technical description 30
3 - Buoyancy compensator (BC) features 31
Implementation
1 - Attaching the BC to the tank 32
2 - Connecting the regulator 34
3 - Settings - Adjustments 36
4 - Auxiliary inflation system 39
To check before diving 40
Use
1 - Inflation features 41
2 - Air dump instructions 43
Maintenance - Storage 45
Warranty 46
Summary
1. Models in the product range
The BCs in the product range can be divided into
four categories:
A > BCs with chest adjustment:
Due to their frontal adjustment feature, these BCs are
extremely comfortable.
B > Integrated system BCs:
This type of BC offers maximum buoyancy. There is no
shoulder adjustment feature.
C > Back inflation BCs:
These BCs place all inflation behind the diver. They are
designed to offer complete freedom of movement.
The harness has an adjustable chest strap.
D > Combined Buoyancy Compensator-Life Jackets:
This BC, specially designed for the needs of the Navy,
can be used with all sorts of dive suits. Its large volume
assures both impressive buoyancy and optimal surface
safety.
Introduction
28 > Instructions for use / Introduction
A B
D
C
Introduction / Instructions for use > 29
2. Technical description
Depending on the type of BC, the air bladder can
be integrated into a jacket or can be attached to
an independent harness.
A > The air bladder:
The watertight bladder is made of 420 or 840 denier
polyamide material with a polyurethane coating, bound
together at a high frequency.
The different inflation and air dump systems, as well as
the backpack, are placed around the bladder. There are
also adjustable straps, pockets, and convenient
accessory attachment rings.
B > The backpack:
Independent at the rear of the BC, the backpack holds
the tank firmly in place with an adjustable strap. This
backpack offers additional lumbar support that adjusts
to fit the diver's chest height.
30 > Instructions for use / Introduction
3. Buoyancy compensator (BC) features
The Buoyancy compensator (BC) allows the user to:
A > While diving:
•find neutral buoyancy at all depths using the inflation
and air-dump systems,
•control buoyancy while resurfacing using the power
inflator.
B > At the surface:
•easily and effortlessly put on and take off equipment in
the water,
•safely maintain surface buoyancy without having to fin
kick.
Introduction / Instructions for use > 31
1. Attaching the BC to the tank:
The BC is securely fixed to the tank by a tank band
equipped with a cam buckle that locks tightly in place
once adjusted.
This tank band is equipped with a quick release buckle
that allows for easy handling without affecting the
adjusted settings.
Putting the BC on the tank:
•Hang the BC over the tank's valve by its rear clamp.
•Place the tank band around the upper third of the
tank, using the suspension clamp at the back of the BC
to adjust to the desired height (see figure 1).
•Pass the tank band through the buckle, as shown.
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Implementation
32 > Instructions for use / Implementation
•Tighten the tank band by pulling on its end.
•Close the buckle by pushing it back towards the tank
and press the remaining strap end onto the Velcro
security band (see figures 2 and 3).
Note 1: wet the tank band before mounting it on the tank, if possible.
Note 2: it is not necessary to completely undo the tank band from the
buckle after each use. After having released the buckle, loosen the
tank band enough to allow it to slide up the tank.
Note 3: use of the "quick release" buckle does not require you to
retighten the tank band after each use. To allow for tightening and
loosening, you simply need to put the hook through, or remove it
from, the metallic ring.
WARNING: ensure that your BC is securely
attached to your tank before diving by lifting it
up a couple of times. There should not be any
slippage.
Implementation / Instructions for use > 33
2 - Connecting the regulator:
The BC is manually inflated using the power inflator; this
power inflator may also be referred to as a direct-
system. The power inflator is supplied with air at
intermediate pressure by a tube attached to the first
stage of the regulator and connected to the power
inflator by a quick connector.
A > Connecting the regulator's first stage:
•Undo one of the intermediate pressure valves
(see figure 4) on the first stage.
•Ensure that the screws are compatible (3/8'' - 24 UNF).
•Screw the hose into place (see figure 5) and tighten,
but not excessively, with a size 14 flat spanner.
•After you've connected the regulator to the tank, open
the air flow and ensure that there are no leaks.
34 > Instructions for use / Implementation
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