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Diving with the Zeagle System
Diving
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Start descent by releasing air slowly either through the inflator by holding
the exhaust over your head and pushing on the exhaust button or by pulling
gently (approximately 1/2 inch) on the inflator to open the remote exhaust
valve on the shoulder if your system is so equipped. DO NOT USE
EXCESSIVE FORCE AS THIS COULD SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE
SYSTEM. Let out just enough air to start your descent. As you descend
and when you reach your desired depth you will need to add air to your
Zeagle BC by pressing on the air inlet button of your low pressure inflator
to attain “neutral” buoyancy.
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It may be necessary to adjust the waist during the dive due to the compres-
sion and expansion of your diving suit.
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You will need to add air to the BC as you descend and exhaust air from the
BC as you ascend to maintain neutral buoyancy throughout your dive.
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When you begin your ascent at the termination of your dive you must
release air from your BC either through the exhaust on the inflator or
through the remote exhaust, if your system is so equipped. Be sure you are
vertical with your left side slightly higher than your right side to vent the
BC. You should release air so as to maintain rate of ascent of one foot per
second or less.
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Inflate your Zeagle BC when you reach the surface to attain a comfortable
degree of buoyancy and lay back against the tank .
Pre-Dive Check:
Prior to each dive always check to make certain your BC has no obvious leaks
by inflating the bladder until the over pressure relief valve vents. Listen for air
leaks. If any are found, then service is necessary by an authorized Zeagle
technician. Check the Ripcord™, Ziptouch™, or Pull-Out™ weight systems.
(See Illustrations on page 18)
