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WETSUIT_ENG_DE_FR_20200408
WETSUIT_ENG_DE_FR_20200408
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Care Instructions
A prolonged exposure to heat, ozone, chlorine or UV rays causes
neoprene decomposition.
Dry zipper (if your suit has one)
The Dry zipper is the heart of your suit and its most expensive component.
With the right care the zipper it can last for the life of the suit. All zippers are
examined and pressure tested before leaving the factory. The dry zippers
can only be damaged by mishandling. Please treat with care. We cannot take
responsibility for zippers damaged by misuse.
When opening and closing the zipper be sure the teeth are in
alignment and that the supporting tape is not kinked. This will
normally require two hands.
Metal Zipper
• Clean zipper with fresh water after diving being sure to remove any debris
from between zipper teeth. Dry the zipper before storage.
• Lubricate the zipper with paraffin wax or beeswax.
• Lubricate on the outside of the teeth only. A very small amount of wax
is sufficient.
• Make sure your zipper is always waxed.
• Avoid sticky waxes, as they tend to attract sand and grit.
DO NOT use silicone, silicone spray or petroleum based lubricants.
These products can damage your zipper and suit. Check your zipper
before each dive and make sure it runs smoothly.
Storage metal zipper
Store and transport the suit with metal zipper open. When the zipper is open,
it is very flexible. When closed, it can easily break during transport.
Plastic-molded zipper
• Keep the zipper clean to avoid particles getting caught in the seal and
keeping it open.
• Avoid side stress on the zipper stringers when closing the slider.
• Move the slider in straight direction of the zipper.
• Do not use force to overcome a blocking or if the slider hooks up on the
reinforcing strap (if installed).Pull back, remove the cause of the blocking,
close carefully keeping the stringers parallel.
• Do not overstress the stringers of the open zipper at the ends in
sideway direction.
• When not in use keep the zipper dry and out of the sun.
Waterproof is using different types of plastic zippers. Please check
if you have a YKK Aquaseal® or a TIZIP Masterseal 10 and follow
the instructions exactly.
Care instructions for TIZIP Masterseal 10
Operating force
Opening and closing the TIZIP MasterSeal 10 requires moderate pulling force
on the slider. Please allow a slightly higher pulling force to undock the both
ends closed version. Some lubrication can help to reduce the pulling force on
the docking end. The chain is maintenance free.
Stability
The TIZIP MasterSeal 10’s performance in terms of strength and durability is very
good. However, sharp bending or twisting should be avoided. When closed, the
TIZIP MasterSeal 10 has a cross breaking strength of minimum 200 N/cm.
Storage and transportation
For storage, long- and short term and during transportation we recommend to
leave the zipper chain closed. The closed chain protects the sealing lips from dirt
and damage.
High humidity and temperatures over room temperature
MUST be avoided!
