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TDS

 Technical dive system ■ 6

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www.tdsdive.com

1

ST

 Stage - 

2

ND

 Stage

 - Octopus

2.

 

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations and thank you for choosing TDS. Your new regulator meets all exis-
ting standards of quality and performance and has been designed and manufac-
tured with the utmost care.

Perhaps, more than any other item of equipment you’ve purchased, the better you 
take care of your regulator, the better it will work for you. Your performance will be 
guaranteed through an annual inspection/service performed by an authorized TDS 
technician. Before diving with your new TDS controller, it is important that you read 
this manual in its entirety so that you can familiarize yourself with its features and 
the rules for using the regulator before, during and after immersion to maintain 
optimal performance for years to come.

2.1 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Tds equipment is mounted as a complete regulator (1st, 2nd stage and hose) and as 
1st and 2nd single stages. Their names are OCEANUS, PROTEUS, GULL BLACK and 
TAC BLACK. Consta of the 1st stage and the 2nd stage and the lp-5-27”-BK rubber 
hose assembly. Or the 1st and 2nd stage separately to configure them according to 
the needs of the diver.

Firt stage

• The first stage is machined in marine brass and chrome for durability.
• Capable of pressures up to 4350 psi / 300 bar with DIN version.
• Adjustable intermediate pressure, in the PROTEUS, GULL BLACK and TAC BLACK models.
• DIN or INT format.
• Average pressure 140 +/- 5 PSI (9.65 +/- .35 BAR).

Second stage

• The second adjustable stage is formed of thermoplastic and marine brass and 

chrome plating for 
• greater durability.
• Multiple nozzles are available for a comfortable fit.
• WOB = 0.9 J /L, Respiratory resistance 2.0-5.0 mbar (0.8-2.0 inch-H2O).

Summary of Contents for OCEANUS

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTIONS USER S MANUAL 1ST STAGE 2ND STAGE OCTOPUS DE S IGN B Y A ND F OR DI V E R S OCEANUS PROTEUS GULL Z TAC BLACK...

Page 2: ...d in Warnings Cautions and Notes that are accompanied by one of these symbols WARNING indicates a procedure or situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury or death to the user CAUTION...

Page 3: ...e dive verifications 8 3 3 Pressurize regulator 8 4 DIVING WITH THE REGULATOR 9 4 1 Use as octopus 9 4 2 Diving in cold water 9 5 AFTER THE DIVE 10 5 1 Removal of the regulator in the bottle 10 5 2 cl...

Page 4: ...The factory prescribed service for this regulator must be performed at least once a year by TDS or a TDS appointed technician trained at the factory Repairs disassembly of service or adjustment of the...

Page 5: ...equipment PPE As such it belongs to Category III in accordance with the above mentioned Directive NOTE This user manual has been approved by ITALCERT S r l Viale Sarca 336 20126 Milan ITALY Notified...

Page 6: ...er immersion to maintain optimal performance for years to come 2 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Tds equipment is mounted as a complete regulator 1st 2nd stage and hose and as 1st and 2nd single stages Their na...

Page 7: ...e removed 2 Remove the protective cover of the bottle valve 3 With the bottle valve outwards release a small amount of air from the bottle by turning the steering wheel counterclockwise to open the va...

Page 8: ...IN connector 4 Place the regulator of the first stage near the valve of the bottle so that the LP hose of the second primary stage is routed on the right shoulder Screw the DIN connector of the first...

Page 9: ...le valve purge the regulator and replace the hoses 4 Check to make sure that the submersible pressure meter shows an accurate measurement of the air pressure inside the bottle at the time of loading a...

Page 10: ...your regu lator and all your accessories in a warm dry place 3 Perform all pre dive checks of your equipment in a hot and dry place even before going to the dive site 4 Avoid breathing through the re...

Page 11: ...zing the yoke screw 4 With the bottle valve out open the valve slightly to release a small burst of air and then close the valve immediately This will remove any moisture that may have entered the val...

Page 12: ...diaphragm and or internal valve CAUTION Do not press the purge button or loosen the int of the first stage if the regulator is submerged without pressure Doing so will allow moisture to enter and will...

Page 13: ...vi ronment for diving equipment due to high levels of chlorine and pH balancing chemicals that cause certain components to deteriorate rapidly Get service for your regulator at least once a year from...

Page 14: ...me also known as an octopus You will also see CE0426 This denotes the identification number of the notified body which has independently certified and examined its product A serial number usually cons...

Page 15: ...ath This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have rights that vary from country to country Photographs and models in this manual lvaro Herrero mekanphotography Berta Felipe berta_uw TDS Q...

Page 16: ...16 16 TDS Technical dive system 16 www cascoantiguo com www tdsdive com 8 ANNUAL INSPECTION AND SERVICE REGISTRATION DATE DEALER TECHNICIAN S NAME REMARKS SEAL...

Page 17: ...17 1ST Stage 2ND Stage Octopus Instructions User s manual 17 NOTES...

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