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Pre-dive Assembly and Inspection

Loading  the Zeagle Integrated Weight System:

Loading:

Weights can be loaded after the system is donned as shown or the weights can
be loaded before the system is donned. Considerations include the amount of
weight and the distance to enter the water. Ask your buddy for help in either
case. To load the weight system:

Unfasten buckles securing bladder assembly to side of vest to allow for
easy access to weight pockets.

Load Ripcord™ or Ziptouch™ pouches through zippered opening on
pocket top.  Be sure zipper is fully closed after loading.

Pull-Out™- load pouch though Touch Fastener opening.  Close opening
and load pouch into pocket according to illustration.

Refasten buckles securing bladder to side of vest.
(Important! This is required for proper BC performance)

Pull-Out™

Zip Touch™

Ripcord™

Pocket

Pouch

Pouch

Pocket

Pocket

Pouch

Summary of Contents for 1BCD

Page 1: ...Buoyancy Compensator Owner s Manual Systems Inc...

Page 2: ...e you use your BC for the first time be sure your Dealer has performed the Dealer prep check list Please save and refer to this Owner s Manual from time to time to enable you to fully understand and b...

Page 3: ...al Information and Specifications 4 Function of the Zeagle System 7 Fitting and Assembly 9 Pre dive Assembly and Inspection 15 Donning Procedures 19 Diving with the Zeagle System 20 Emergency Procedur...

Page 4: ...adequately trained in its use by a certified SCUBA instructor with thorough knowledge and experience in the use of Zeagle Systems Inc equipment An annual inspection performed by an authorized Zeagle...

Page 5: ...the following WARNING graphic and symbol to designate that special attention needs to be given to the manual otherwise a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in injury or d...

Page 6: ...der based on the interior dimensions of the cylinder Zeagle Systems Inc maximum recommended cylinder capacity is 19 liters 120 ft3 Once again if you have a question consult your local authorized Zeagl...

Page 7: ...he bladder assem bly as shown on page 8 A typical label for a BC will look like the example below This particular label indicates that the bladder assembly is rated at 19 kg 44 lbs buoyancy Special In...

Page 8: ...you need a smaller size vest Side Panels The side panels should fit around the waist top of the hip NOT over your rib cage or diaphragm with at least a four inch overlap on the touch fastener closure...

Page 9: ...e vest under the tank bands see cylinder band illustration on pages 10 11 and two buckles which clip over the weight pockets to hold the buoyancy forward Do not dive with the two forward small side re...

Page 10: ...G OD WE TRUST 1 2 1999 I N G OD WE TRUST Adjusting Side Panels 1 Using two coins unscrew the plastic screw fasteners 2 Move the side panel to different set of grommets on vest and reinstall Fitting an...

Page 11: ...Thread cylinder band under the top center backplate strap on BC 3 After threading bands through BC begin threading bands through bottom of buckle as per Illustration B 4 Threading it through the cent...

Page 12: ...or single cylinders please note that the single size cylinder bands only go under the center 10 2 cm 4 in of vertical webbing on the back plate and the rubber plate is installed as illustrated on page...

Page 13: ...12 Fitting and Assembly Threading The Quick Release System For A Single Cylinder On Twin Cylinder Back Plate...

Page 14: ...13 Fitting and Assembly Scout Single Cylinder Band System Quick Release fully closed...

Page 15: ...ould a jacket If your system is equipped with side panels stretch the elastic by extending each side panel as far as possible before wrapping it around you and fastening the touch fastener material 3...

Page 16: ...he bladder assembly The RE Valve allows you to dump or exhaust air manually as you adjust for neutral buoy ancy The RE Valve operates by simply pulling on the power inflator mecha nism and corrugated...

Page 17: ...ckets to be sure they are held closed by the ripcord If the Ripcord has been pulled rethread the system Refer to the rethreading section on following page Check to see that weight release system is se...

Page 18: ...that is between the grommets Repeat for all nylon loops Finish by pushing cord between pocket and vest Repeat on opposite pocket Cord If the Ripcord is not completely secure rethread using the follow...

Page 19: ...oad the weight system Unfasten buckles securing bladder assembly to side of vest to allow for easy access to weight pockets Load Ripcord or Ziptouch pouches through zippered opening on pocket top Be s...

Page 20: ...h assembling system per manufacturer s instructions Be sure you are familiar with the low pressure inflator system on your Zeagle BC Inflate the system and check for leakage Weights can be installed i...

Page 21: ...o the BC as you descend and exhaust air from the BC as you ascend to maintain neutral buoyancy throughout your dive When you begin your ascent at the termination of your dive you must release air from...

Page 22: ...done if absolutely necessary for example if your drysuit has flooded making you extremely negative Without weights it may be very difficult to control your ascent rate as you near the surface Weight...

Page 23: ...low the bladder to hold air from that level up Abort the dive and attempt to swim slowly 0 3 m 2 sec 1 ft per 2 second or less to the surface Should excessive negative buoyancy be created your weights...

Page 24: ...ter each use Rinse inside of bladder by holding exhaust button on inflator system open and allowing fresh water to partially fill the bladder Slosh the water around to dissolve any salt crystals salt...

Page 25: ...24 Owner Orientation SERVICE RECORD Service Record Dealer Preparation SERVICE PERFORMED SERVICE CENTER TECHNICIAN DATE...

Page 26: ...ervice and Support The Dealer that sold you your Buoyancy Compensator will be able to assist you with additional questions regarding product operation warranty and service Your Local Zeagle Dealer Dea...

Page 27: ...FL 33541 Phone 813 782 5568 Fax 813 782 5569 www zeagle com FOR THOSE PRODUCTS BEARING THE MARK EC Type Examination by SGS Yarsley International Certification Services Ltd SGS House Portland Road East...

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