Pre-Dive Inspection Procedures - SubGear Chaleco Compensador Manual De Usuario

Improperly securing the loading zipper, flap and buckle on the Bc may result in immediate
loss of the weights, generating positive buoyancy and initiating an uncontrolled ascent.
this may result in serious injury or death.
1). The weights must be properly in place inside the BC weight pocket.
2). The buckle clip on the weight pocket flap must be fully engaged with the clip on the BC.
Double check that it's secure by trying to pull it apart when engaged.
releasing the weight pouches does not guarantee initiation of ascent under all
conditions.
Properly set up, this integrated weight system allows the creation of a large change in (positive)
buoyancy by removing and releasing weight pouches filled with weight. An improper equipment
configuration with improper weighting may not initiate an ascent when a positive buoyancy change
occurs as a result of releasing the weight pouches.
this may result in serious injury or death. review the correct equipment configuration
with your scuBa instructor prior to using this equipment in open water.
The diver must be in an upright position for weights to fall from pouch. Weights may not fall from
pouch even if the buckle and flaps are open if not in upright position. This may result in serious
injury or death.
Do not release the weights via the buckle and flap with weights inside the pocket while
wearing out of water or standing on a surface. the weights could fall and strike the diver
or equipment resulting in serious injury.

9. pre-DIVe InspectIon proceDures

The weights or weight pouches may either be inserted prior to or after putting on the BC. In either case,
perform the following checks prior to starting the dive.
1). If using a system with weight pouches visually inspect the weight pouches and their position in the
BC retainer. Ensure that the pouches sit firmly in the retainer and that the buckles are well mated.
If using a system with free weights and pockets make sure the flap and buckles are securely
connected and that the loading zipper is fully closed.
2). Check that the buckle clips or handles are unobstructed and can be easily grabbed with one hand.
3). IMPORTANT: With the weights or weight pouches in place and while wearing the BC, practice
finding the buckles or handles. Practice unclipping the buckles or grabbing the handles and pulling
to remove the weight pouches. Practice doing both actions with one hand and then with two
hands. Have your dive buddy also practice releasing the buckles and removing a weight pouch
completely from your BC.
4). Just prior to diving, always check to make sure the buckles, flaps, and handles are firmly secure.
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