Halcyon Contour BC, Owner'S Manual

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WARNING: Loss of the weight system pockets can occur if they are not secured properly.
Unintentional release of weight pockets underwater may lead to an uncontrolled ascent, and
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING: If any leakage can be heard, or if the bladder begins to deflate within 5-10 minutes,
DO NOT attempt to use the BC until it has received factory-prescribed service from an Authorized
Halcyon Dealer.
BC SYSTEM CARE AND MAINTENANCE
With proper care, your Halcyon Contour
™
will provide many years of reliable service. The following preventative
maintenance must be performed to extend the life of your BC.
Preventative Maintenance
Avoid repeated or prolonged use in heavily chlorinated water. Prolonged exposure to chemically treated water can
damage the BC’s material. Do not allow the BC’s wing to chafe against any sharp objects or rough surfaces that
could abrade or puncture the bladder. Do not set or drop heavy objects, such as block weights, on the BC’s wing.
Store the wing partially inflated to reduce the possibility of puncture. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
and extreme heat. Nylon fabric may fade when exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, and extreme heat may damage
the integrity of the BC’s welded seams. Avoid any contact with oil, gasoline, or other solvents or contaminants.
CAUTION: Recommended working pressure of the Halcyon BC inflator is 120 psi (8.3 bar) to 160
psi (11 bar).
CAUTION: Operating temperature range of the Halcyon BC system is -20 celsius (-4 fahrenheit)
to 70 celsius (158 fahrenheit). All prudent/known safeguards and procedures should be
observed when diving in near or sub-freezing temperatures on the surface and below.
Post-Dive Maintenance
To prevent permanent damage from corrosion, salt crystals, or chlorine, thoroughly rinse the BC inside and out
with fresh water after every day of use, using the following procedure:
1. Pressurize the power inflator with low-pressure air via the quick-disconnect hose.
2. Using a garden hose or other fresh water source, direct water through the oral inflator to flush the interior of the
bladder, and then thoroughly rinse the exterior of the BC and harness.
CAUTION: Before rinsing, ensure that the power inflator is pressurized with air. This will prevent
foreign particles and contaminants from entering the valve mechanism in the event that the
inflator button is accidentally depressed.
3. Completely drain the bladder of water, either through the oral inflator or through the overpressure valve, being
careful to avoid operating the power inflator.
4. Inflate the BC and allow it to dry inside and out before storing. Store the BC partially inflated, away from direct
sunlight, and in a cool, dry, clean area.