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Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service
with minimal maintenance.
1. Push button controls require no maintenance other than rinsing
in fresh water after saltwater use. If a push button control
becomes difficult to push or if it sticks when depressed, soak the
housing in luke warm fresh water. After a few minutes, operate
the push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the
housing to Ikelite for maintenance.
2. Some of the controls have long shafts. These controls can be
pulled out, exposing the shaft (see Diagram B on page #24).
To lubricate the control, gently pull on the knob until the
stainless steel shaft is exposed. Lightly lubricate the shaft, then
move the shaft in and out several times. This will lubricate the
x-ring in the Ikelite control gland. This should be done before
using the housing after a prolonged storage period, or once a
week when the housing is in constant use.
3. Some of the controls have a short shaft and cannot be pulled
out exposing the shaft for lubrication. In the unlikely event one
of these controls sticks or becomes difficult to operate you can
remove the control from the housing and lubricate it, or return
the housing to Ikelite for maintenance. To remove the control
(see Diagram A on Page #24), loosen the set screw in the knob
(allen wrench required); remove the knob. If there is salt or dirt
build-up on the exposed control shaft, clean the shaft. Open the
housing and gently slide the control shaft out of the control
gland. Clean and lightly lubricate the shaft, including the end of
the shaft.
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4. Slide the shaft back into the control gland and gently slide it
back and forth a few times without fully removing the shaft
from the gland. Replace the knob noting the flat area on the
shaft. The set screw in the knob should tighten down against
the flat area on the control, so the knob does not turn on the
shaft.
housing
lubricate shaft
pull out to
expose shaft
Diagram B
Loosen set screw
Tighten set screw down
against this flat area
when replacing the knob.
housing
gland
control
Lubricate end of shaft
before reinserting into
gland
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It is recommended that you take the complete system into a
swimming pool before use in open water. This will give you a
chance to become familiar with the handling and operation of
your housing and strobe(s).
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The buoyancy of the system will depend on the size and
number of strobes used as well as the weight of the camera.
Ideally the system should be slightly negative in the
environment in which it will be used. If you need to add weight
to the system, an optional lead weight is available. To add the
lead weight remove the (2) screws from the bottom of the
aluminum tray. Place the lead weight into the pocket of the
aluminum tray and reattach.
While both the Port and Back o’rings should last quite some time, it
is best to carry a spare, in case one becomes damaged or lost.
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When the housing is going to be stored for a prolonged period it
should be soaked in a mild soap solution, rinsed and dried
thoroughly. Remove the back and port from the housing.
Remove the back and port o’rings, lightly lubricate them and
place them in a plastic zip-lock bag. Place the plastic bag inside
the housing for storage. Operate the push buttons periodically.
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1. Ikelite provides silicone lubricant with the housing. We
recommend that you use only Ikelite lubricant. Other brands
may cause the o’ring to swell and not seal properly.
2. Use only enough Ikelite lubricant to lightly cover control shafts
and o’rings. Wipe off any excess lubricant with a clean cloth.
Lubricant is not a sealant and is used to reduce friction.
Excessive lubricant can collect sand and dirt which may
interfere with proper sealing.
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maintain a housing seal, however, lightly lubricating this o’ring
can extend it’s life and aid in seeing a good housing seal. Too
much lube can attract debris increasing the potential for a leak.
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