Genesis Manual Rev2.0 Copyright 2020, Nellis Engineering, Inc.
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WARNING
:
Do not use the DPV to ascend from depth. Having the scooter tow you towards the
surface from depth can result in a rapid ascent which can result in ear drum rupture, lung over
expansion, decompression illness or death. Do not operate any DPV without proper training.
WARNING
:
Do not rely on the DPV to save your life. The DPV is capable of taking you places that
you may not be able to swim back from if the DPV fails. It is not and was never intended to be life
support equipment, so do not rely on it as such.
WARNING
:
Be prepared to separate yourself from the DPV should it become uncontrollable, a
dangerous restriction to movement or extremely negatively buoyant from flooding.
WARNING
:
The DPV is capable of compensating for diver buoyancy trim changes with little
indication of the change in buoyancy detectable by the diver until they stop. Operating the DPV
over varying depths can result in the diver becoming very positively or negatively buoyant when
they stop, resulting in an out of control ascent or descent. Ensure proper trim adjustments are
made when changing depths while scootering and be prepared for this when stopping.
WARNING
:
Powerful magnets are used in the magnetic coupling for the propeller. When the
propeller assembly is removed from the tail section, it can be attracted to magnetic surfaces with
great force. Treat the propeller assembly with extreme caution when removed to avoid pinching
hands and fingers and also damaging the coupling.
CAUTION:
Avoid running the DPV until battery cutout. Deeply discharging the battery shortens
the battery life and can lead to over-discharge of the battery. Should the DPV be run until cutout,
remove the recharge plug cover on the nose of the DPV after exiting the water and recharge the
battery at your earliest opportunity.
CAUTION:
Ensure the DPV recharge connector cover is installed prior to entering the
water. Corrosion of the connector can occur if left off for extended periods in the water.
CAUTION:
The propeller is capable of ingesting rocks off the bottom, sea life and other objects at
high power settings, which can damage the propeller. Use caution when operating near loose
objects and dive responsibly near sea life.
CAUTION:
Always inspect the o-ring grooves and sealing surfaces for dirt, sand or debris and
remove if present to ensure a good seal. Check that the o-rings between the body and tail section
are clean, undamaged and lubricated when assembling the DPV. Ensure the body/tail connection
is properly aligned before engaging the seals and do not force the connection together if abnormal
resistance is felt. Poor attention to assembly can result in damage to the sealing surfaces and
flooding of the DPV.
Always remember to remove the recharge plug cover when not
in use or the batteries may be permanently damaged by over
discharge. Over discharge is not covered by the warranty!
