HDV R 14 1.1
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Contents
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General safety and accident prevention regulations............................................................................................ 4
2
Description and operating principle ...................................................................................................................... 5
3
Using the vehicle ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
4
Preliminary operations............................................................................................................................................ 6
4.1
Opening the battery compartment.................................................................................................................... 6
4.2
Extracting the battery ....................................................................................................................................... 6
4.3
Recharging the battery..................................................................................................................................... 7
4.4
Inserting the battery ......................................................................................................................................... 7
4.5
Closing the battery compartment ..................................................................................................................... 8
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Correct use............................................................................................................................................................... 8
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Red battery low warning led ................................................................................................................................. 10
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HDV diving settings............................................................................................................................................... 10
7.1
Inserting the ballast ........................................................................................................................................ 11
7.2
Settings and trim adjustments ........................................................................................................................ 11
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Safety instructions ................................................................................................................................................ 12
8.1
Indicator label................................................................................................................................................. 12
8.2
Training .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
8.3
Equipment configuration and riding position................................................................................................... 13
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Using the HDV diving vehicle ............................................................................................................................... 15
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Entering the water with the HDV...................................................................................................................... 15
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Exiting the water with the HDV ........................................................................................................................ 16
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“Parking” the HDV underwater ........................................................................................................................ 16
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Descent rate ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
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Ascent rate ........................................................................................................................................................ 16
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Using the HDV in apnoea ................................................................................................................................. 16
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Depth and operating environments................................................................................................................. 17
16.1
Obstructed environments ............................................................................................................................... 17
16.2
Muddy or suspension-filled environments ...................................................................................................... 17
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Positions and behaviours to be avoided when diving................................................................................... 17
18
Hazardous area and residual risks.................................................................................................................. 18
18.1
Safety device.................................................................................................................................................. 18
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Electrical and mechanical safety systems applied to the HDV HDV R 14.................................................... 19
19.1
Electronic engine control ................................................................................................................................ 19
19.2
Electronic battery control................................................................................................................................ 19
19.3
Switch ............................................................................................................................................................ 19
19.4
Mechanical clutch on the propeller................................................................................................................. 19
19.5
Trigger guard.................................................................................................................................................. 19
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Running time ..................................................................................................................................................... 20
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Speed ................................................................................................................................................................. 20
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Precautions for use .......................................................................................................................................... 20
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Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................ 21
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HDV flooding, sinking....................................................................................................................................... 21
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Cleaning and storage ....................................................................................................................................... 21
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Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
27
Disposal and scrapping ................................................................................................................................... 23
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Handling ............................................................................................................................................................ 23
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Storage .............................................................................................................................................................. 24
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Technical specifications .................................................................................................................................. 24
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Spare parts ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
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Product identification ....................................................................................................................................... 25
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Battery charge (general rules) ......................................................................................................................... 25
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How to correctly charge the battery................................................................................................................ 26
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NiMH battery information ................................................................................................................................. 26
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Ideal battery charging conditions.................................................................................................................... 27
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Ideal battery depletion conditions................................................................................................................... 27
37.1
Important note on battery depletion!............................................................................................................... 27
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“CUT OFF” battery protection system, operating principle and instructions for use ................................ 27
38.1
Procedure to follow in the event the cut off device is triggered ...................................................................... 28
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NiMH battery, frequently asked questions: .................................................................................................... 28
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Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................ 29
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RoHS and WEEE conformity............................................................................................................................ 30
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Noise levels ....................................................................................................................................................... 31
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Vibration levels ................................................................................................................................................. 31
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After-sales service ............................................................................................................................................ 31
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CE conformity ................................................................................................................................................... 32
