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O-ring care & maintenance
O-rings are the critical component that keeps water out of the equipment
and the electrical components dry. Routinely inspect o-rings and replace
at least once per year. If your o-rings become unusable, contact the Light
& Motion Service department for an o-ring replacement kit.
Follow these steps for proper o-ring function.
1)
The sealing system used on the front cap incorporates one o-ring. This is the
most critical area of the battery pod for maintenance and should be inspected
before every dive.
2)
Make sure the battery pod o-ring and the mating surface on the inside of the
main housing are clean from grit, hair, lint and anything that could
potentially breach the o-ring seal.
3)
After frequent diving or if o-rings or grooves appear dirty, remove o-rings
and clean the grooves. To remove o-rings, use finger pressure or the rounded
edge of a plastic card to lift the o-ring out of the groove.
Never use a metal object to remove an o-ring. It will cause
damage to the o-ring.
4)
To check o-rings for damage, place the o-ring between the middle and index
finger and thumb. Then pull the o-ring through your fingers, feeling for any
debris or wear.
5)
If o-rings are dirty, it is best to replace them. Washing dirty o-rings with soap
and water is not recommended. Soap breaks down the lubricants and will
compromise the integrity of the seal.
6)
Properly greased o-rings will help maintain sealing integrity and minimize
o-ring degradation. Use enough grease to lubricate the o-ring thoroughly, but
not so much that it will attract additional debris.
7)
Clean the groove with a lint free swab or the folded edge of a paper towel.
Other Maintenance
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Apply a light film of o-ring grease to cables and connectors to prevent pre-
mature degradation.
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We highly recommend a factory annual service to maintain proper operation
of your SunRay Lights.
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If a battery pod is flooded, immediately remove the battery, and rinse the
pod with fresh water. Most non-electrical parts will be salvageable if not
corroded by salt water.
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Operation with BlueFin housing
Pro lights can be operated either by the Pod Power Button or from the Smart
Grip controls.
Operation from Smart Grips
1)
Activate initial power up by pressing the Pod Power Button. (Refer Fig 11).
After initial power up lights may be controlled using LIGHT button on the
Smart Grip controls.
2)
Turn off lights by pressing the LIGHT button.
Operation from Battery Pods
1)
Turn on light by pressing the Power Button on the rear cap (Refer Fig 11).
2)
Turn off light by pressing the Power Button on the rear cap.
Operation with StingRay housing
1)
Turn on light by pressing the red button on the rear cap (Refer Fig 11).
2)
Turn off light by pressing the Power Button on the rear cap.
Operation with other brand housing
Light & Motion light systems can be adapted to fit most underwater video
housings regardless of manufacturer. At the time of purchase, if this was the
intent, you received the correct mounting hardware. Contact the Light &
Motion service department if parts are needed or for specific assembly
instructions.
1)
Turn on light by pressing the red button on the rear cap (Refer Fig 11).
2)
Turn off light by holding the red button down for three seconds.
Post dive cleaning
1)
After each dive, you should dunk the lights and pods in fresh water.
2)
Press the red button to flush out any water.
3)
After you are geared down and completely dried off, simply towel dry the
lights in a safe dry place.
Do not leave your lights in the rinse bucket with other
equipment. Underwater gear has been known to be
damaged by jostling against other products.
Storage
After diving remove your batteries and charge them. Leaving your batteries
discharged will significantly reduce the life of the battery. Store as you would
any other valuable piece of electronic equipment.
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