Uwatec DRYSUIT, Руководство пользователя

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Trilaminate
The Trilaminate suits are constructed of a three-layer fabric (hence the name tri-laminate).
The suit is first sewn together, then the inside surface of the seam is treated with a waterproof
tape. This provides an extremely dry and reliable construction.
The Trilaminate material has neither inherent buoyancy nor thermal protection, it is only a dry
barrier between the diver and the aquatic environment. This style, known as a “membrane”
suit, provides a waterproof shell under which the diver can wear the correct choice of
undergarments suit to the conditions.
The suit is more flexible than neoprene, and allows the diver a broader comfort range
(especially in the warmer temperatures) than neoprene.
APPLICATIONS FOR USE
Both the Neoprene and Trilaminate drysuits are made of the finest materials and to extremely
high standards of workmanship. However, they must be used within reasonable limits.
WARNING - DO NOT:
- Forget appropriate Underwear to prevent thermal insulation loss especially at depth.
- Exceed the maximum depth to which you are currently certified.
- Use the drysuits in toxic or hydrocarbon – rich environments.
- Use the drysuit as a buoyancy lifting device.
- Use the drysuit without a separate buoyancy control device.
- Use inflation gases other than air except argon.
- Use the suit with any weight harness or other weight system that is not equipped with a
quick-release system
Fitting the Suit
Proper fit in a drysuit is very important. Too loose a fit will allow such hazards as too much
air moving around in the suit, difficult buoyancy control and if the legs are too long, the
boots can slip off the divers’ feet. Seals that are too loose will leak. Too tight a fit can result
in restriction of blood flow causing loss of feeling in the extremities, or lack of oxygen to the
brain. Seals that are too tight will also restrict blood flow.
POSSIBLE ALLERGY REACT
A small percentage of people have an allergic reaction to natural latex, the material from
which the neck & wrist seals of some models are manufactured. This allergy can range from
mild to severe skin rash and itching. It is the responsibility of the user to pre-determine if he
or she has Latex allergy, or to recognize it during use, and discontinue use of the suit until
the problem can be rectified. This usually means removing the latex seals, and installing new
seals made of alternative materials. In addition to the possible allergic reaction to latex used
in the neck and wrist seals, a small percentage of the population is known to experience
allergic reaction to neoprene. Although this is less of a problem with dry suits than with wet
suits, as the diver normally wears an undersuit to separate the dry suit from his or her body,
some exposure can still result. Be sure to determine you are free from neoprene allergy
before purchasing any neoprene product.