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BD BUOYANCY COMPENSATOR USER'S MANUAL
Non-releasable Weight
To supplement the releasable weight, the BD is designed to carry non-
releasable (trim) weight in two fixed pocket locations.
To install weight into the non-releasable weight pockets, simply disconnect
the flap buckle, slide in the block weight, fold the flap over the pocket, and
reconnect the buckle. Weight should be added to the non-release (trim)
pockets after the BC has been secured to the cylinder.
The non-releasable weight pockets are designed to hold single rectangular
block weights. To avoid accidental loss of weight, Aqua Lung strongly advises
against using small bullet-shaped weights and shot weight.
Refer to the
BD Weight Capacity Chart for maximum non-releasable weight
capacity.
Because the weight is non-releasable, it must not be used as your primary
source of ballast. After filling the fixed pockets with weight, it is extremely
important to check your buoyancy in the water while wearing the BC at-
tached to a fully charged cylinder and your exposure suit. While standing in
chest deep water, deflate the BC completely and check to ensure that you
can easily achieve positive buoyancy by jettisoning your releasable weight.
WArNiNg: the non-releasable weight pockets are intended
strictly for containing non-releasable weight, used in addition
to releasable weight. Do not fill either pocket with weight
unless you are certain you can achieve positive buoyancy at
depth by releasing your weight pouches or weight belt while
your BC is completely deflated.