BC 1
Buoyancy Compensator
User's Manual
Rev. 03/16
Страница 1: ...BC 1 Buoyancy Compensator User s Manual Rev 03 16...
Страница 2: ...y aqualung com grubin aqualung com jbutner aqualung com TRADEMARK NOTICE Aqua Lung is a registered trademark of Aqua Lung America Inc A NOTE is used to emphasize important points tips and reminders A...
Страница 3: ...up 8 Donning and Adjustment Procedures 16 Weight Integration Features 19 Inflation Methods 26 Deflation Methods 27 Buoyancy and Cylinder Capabilities 29 Pre Dive Inspection 31 Post Dive Care and Main...
Страница 4: ...not functioning properly or is damaged remove it from service until it can be repaired by an Authorized Aqua Lung Dealer or Distributor Your BC is not a lift bag DO NOT use it to bring heavy objects...
Страница 5: ...njury or death Use only nitrogen oxygen mixtures containing no more than 40 oxygen CE Conformity This BC conforms to EN 1809 2014 It was controlled by the l Institut National de Plong e Professionnell...
Страница 6: ...to achieve optimum buoyancy underwater and on the surface do not dive until you have obtained the necessary instruction from your diving instructor or an Authorized Aqua Lung Dealer or Distributor You...
Страница 7: ...ch pocket Trim Pockets 2 Cummerbund Accessory D rings 4 Dump Valve 3 GripLock Cylinder Band Carry Handle Traction Pad Pull Knob Inflator Dump Valve BC 1 COMPONENTS John Line Ring SureLock 1 Weight Sys...
Страница 8: ...Hook Loop is commonly known as Velcro which is a trademarked brand of hook loop Some of the BC components have hook loop attachments PRODUCT DESCRIPTION BC 1 is a modular design buoyancy compensator c...
Страница 9: ...e o ring is present and in good condition Screw the threaded end of the hose into the port and tighten to 40 in lbs 46 kg cm with a 9 16 torque wrench WARNING DO NOT connect the inflator hose to a hig...
Страница 10: ...read using the following procedure Insert the open end of the cylinder band into the large opening of the bail around the slide bar and out of the small opening of the bail Secure the hook and loop on...
Страница 11: ...es the factory WARNING TheBCmustbecompletelydeflatedofairbeforeadjusting theGripLockcylinderband Failuretodosomayresultinthecylinder slipping during the course of a dive 2 Adjust the macro adjustment...
Страница 12: ...tight Loosen the micro adjustment and close lever to secure GripLock band to cylinder If it is difficult to remove the GripLock band from the cylinder this is an indicator that the micro adjustment wa...
Страница 13: ...s secure by pulling on the band while holding down the cylinder at the valve If the cylinder band moves it is too loose Check that the macro adjustment is set for the correct size cylinder Repeat step...
Страница 14: ...al D ring rotate the buckle back towards the webbing The buckle should form an angle with the metal D ring as shown in the top view 3 Insert band through the metal D ring then through the middle slot...
Страница 15: ...cure Test this connection before every dive If the cylinder slips free from the BC during the dive you may loose your air supply which could lead to serious injury or death Securing the Band to the Cy...
Страница 16: ...e buckles on both torso straps are securely fastened While firmly holding the torso strap where it connects to the BC lobe fully extend each torso strap to its maximum length by pushing straight up on...
Страница 17: ...ckle shoulder strap buckles waist buckle and cummerbund 2 To remove the bolts which fasten each section to the harness hold the nut with a 3 8 box wrench and unscrew the bolt with a medium sized Phill...
Страница 18: ...until the BC fits comfortably Become familiar with the adjustment of this strap so that you can perform this adjustment in the water if necessary Removable Chest Strap The chest strap on your BC is r...
Страница 19: ...t system supplements or replaces a conventional weight belt This unique feature allows you to quickly jettison either one or both weight pouches in the event of an emergency thereby maintaining better...
Страница 20: ...face may lead to a hazardous situation that could lead to serious injury or death Weight Capacity Chart BC 1 BC Size Trim Weight Releasable Weight Weight Pocket Type SM 5 lb 2 5 kg X 2 32 lb 14 5 kg 1...
Страница 21: ...ate block weights For example if you want to load a 16 lb pouch with 16 pounds of weight use four separate 4 pound blocks Lift up each pouch s flap A and lay it back over the handle B While holding th...
Страница 22: ...it and ease of insertion Soft weights may be used but it is critical that the weights be loaded and secured correctly The procedure for loading soft weights is the same as block weights but it is impo...
Страница 23: ...to place WARNING Before every dive it is important to make sure each weight pouch is secured in order to prevent the pouches from fallingout Involuntaryreleaseofbothweightpouchesunderwater can cause a...
Страница 24: ...engaged from its holster hold it out and away from your body before dropping it Weight pouch release procedures are the same for both Hook and Loop and SureLock 1 weight systems WARNING Ensure that yo...
Страница 25: ...Refer to the 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 pocket...
Страница 26: ...ecurely attached After the MP hose is attached to the power inflator pressurize the first stage regulator by slowly opening the cylinder valve To inflate your BC with medium pressure air depress the p...
Страница 27: ...cent feet first head first or maintaining neutral buoyancy underwater Always remember to utilize the valve that is at the highest point on the BC depending on your position in the water To deflate the...
Страница 28: ...inoperable and could cause the bladder to leak or burst This type of damage is not repairable and is not covered under warranty Your BC comes equipped with a combination dump valve over pressure reli...
Страница 29: ...Capacity SM MD ML LG XL BUOYANCY AND CYLINDER CAPABILITIES A tag attached to each BC contains specific information regarding the characteristics of your particular model BC such as buoyancy and cylind...
Страница 30: ...the approved double cylinders for your particular BC Your BC can accommodate a twin tank kit Identify which cylinder band your BC uses and choose from the following options 427107 GripLock Twin Cylin...
Страница 31: ...missing hardware and other damage of any kind 2 Connect the inflator to a source of clean air via the MP quick disconnect hose Inflate the BC intermittently to ensure that the airflow is unobstructed...
Страница 32: ...thpiece to flush the interior of the bladder and then thoroughly rinse the exterior of the BC c Completely drain the bladder of water either throughthe oral inflator or through the over pressure relie...
Страница 33: ...2 It is imperative that you obtain prescribed dealer service for your BC at least once a year from an authorized dealer including a general air leak inspection and complete overhaul of the power infl...
Страница 34: ...Serial Serial is located BC Tag BC 1 User s Manual 34 Purchase Date BC Model Serial Number Annual Service and Inspection Record DATE TECHNICIAN NAME NUMBER TECHNICIAN SIGNATURE STAMP...
Страница 35: ...fer to the Terms and Conditions Section of the Aqua Lung Military and Professional Buyers Guide The buyers guide can be viewed or downloaded from the Aqua Lung Military and Professional website at www...
Страница 36: ...2016 Aqua Lung International 2340 Cousteau Court Vista CA 92081 Phone 760 597 5000 Fax 760 597 4900 www aqualung com militaryandprofessional BC 1 Buoyancy Compensator User s Manual...
