Ocean Technology Systems Spectrum, Owner'S Manual

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Warning Note
If the Spectrum FFM has been exposed to contaminated water it
should be cleaned.
Training & Emergency Procedures
As with any high-tech equipment, the Spectrum FFM does require
additional training and practice. Air sharing in an out-of-air situation is
more difficult, often requiring bailing out of the mask (depending on the
gear configuration).
Regardless of prior FFM diving experience, take some time to dive the
Spectrum FFM in a pool or similar environment. Follow the guidelines in
this manual and seek additional instruction if necessary. Learning how to
dive the Spectrum FFM to a point that feels completely comfortable with
all aspects is critical. In addition to procedures on using the equipment,
there are emergency procedures for out-of-air (OOA) situations and
possible equipment failure situations requiring bailout and switching to an
alternate air source. Do not dive this assembly or any equipment until
properly mastering these emergency procedures!
As part of the basic familiarization with the Spectrum FFM, bailout
procedures are a required skill. In the event of an OOA situation, the diver
must have an available source of back-up air. A pony bottle or dive buddy
needs to be close by. A practice session should start in the shallow end of
a swimming pool or similar environment, working either at the bottom or
a fixed point so not lose control of depth or position in the water column.
Additional training and procedures are recommended in diving in
extreme cold / ice environments.