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OWNER’S MANUAL
™
SPARE AIR
MADE IN USA
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Congratulations on purchasing your new SPARE AIR system! This product is a sophisticated, high-quality alternate air source designed for recreational divers. It is produced and tested by people with more than two decades of diving and manufacturing experience. We use the finest quality materials and techniques in the construction of this product. Enjoy the peace of mind that diving with SPARE AIR brings. TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS! WARNING: Do not use product until you have read and understand instructions and precautions. Submersible Systems, Inc. promotes responsible diving practices and the recommendations that have been promoted by all International Training agencies, including, but not limited to: • Before any attempt is made to use this product underwater, you MUST have received TRAINING and CERTIFICATION in the technique of SCUBA diving from a recognized certification agency. Use of th
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SPARE AIR DIAGRAM PURGE BUTTON (optional) (Refill Port) Model Specifications Model #300YEL/300-N Model #170YEL Maximum Capacity 3.0 cu ft / 85 liters 1.7 cu ft / 48 liters Length 13.4” / 34 cm 8.75” / 22.23 cm Diameter 2.25” / 5.71 cm 2.25” / 5.71 cm Maximum Pressure 3000 psi / 200 bar 3000 psi / 200 bar Weight (full) 2.17 lb / .985 kg 1.51 lb / .687 kg Surface Breaths* 57 30 Water Volume 26.62 cu in / .42 liters 13.7 cu in / .28 liters *Based on 1.6 liter breath size 4
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ACCESSORIES (Included In Package) SPARE AIR HOLSTER #973 Mount SPARE AIR in a variety of locations on virtually any BCD! Upside Down On Your Tank Strap Vertical On Your BC Diagonal Across Your Waist 5
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ACCESSORIES (Included in Package) SPARE AIR REFILL ADAPTER #910S Adapter fits onto Standard SCUBA tank for easy refilling. 6
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BEFORE YOU DIVE WITH SPARE AIR • SPARE AIR shipped empty - fill prior to use. SPARE AIR is always ON and ready for use. The White Pressure Indicator Pin should extend flush with the top of the Pressure Indicator Gauge indicating that the unit is full. (The optional Dial Gauge indicator will show full when dial is at “3”.) If Pressure Indicator Pin is less than flush SPARE AIR MUST be refilled. Do not dive until you have refilled SPARE AIR. See refilling instructions on page 12. Push Purge Button
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3. Snap Quick Disconnect Straps around mounting point on BC and cinch up so Holster is snug against the BC. 4. Attach SPARE AIR leash snug around neck of cylinder and clip other end onto Holster or BC D-ring. 5. Insert SPARE AIR into Holster and secure velcro on top flap, attach Mouthpiece Cover. 6. Try on BC and try removal of SPARE AIR several times to become comfortable with the steps necessary to remove the unit. HOW TO OPERATE SPARE AIR 1. Upon ascent, pull D-ring on flap of Holster to open
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IMPORTANT WARRANTY INSERT Congratulations! You've just joined the ranks of over 200,000 discriminat- ing divers who enjoy the peace of mind of diving with ™ SPARE AIR . SPARE AIR is the absolute best strategy for successful- ly dealing with out-of-air emergencies, because it is a completely independent air supply. Submersible Systems is proud of the fact that we contribute to divers' safety. Every year more and more lives are saved because of SPARE AIR. SPARE AIR continues to be refined out of
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Important Warranty Information Retain this section for your records _____________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________ Name Address _____________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________ Authorized Dealer’s Name Dealer’s Address ___________________________________________________________________________ Model # 170YEL
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Submersible Systems Limited One-Year Warranty Registration This registration card must be filled out and returned within 15 days of purchase for warranty coverage. Please print. Last Name First Name MI Street Address Apt. # City State Zip/Postal Code Country Phone Date of Purchase month/date/year Regulator Serial # Authorized Dealer’s Name Dealer’s Address E-Mail Address (for special offers, important product information) Model # 170YEL 300YEL 300-N Numbe
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NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 1243 HUNTINGTON BEACH CA POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE SUBMERSIBLE SYSTEMS, INC 18072 GOTHARD ST. HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648-9942
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AFTER YOU DIVE WITH SPARE AIR 1. Visually check the Pressure Indicator Gauge and press Purge Button. 2. White Indicator Pin should be extended and airflow should occur. This ensures pressure was maintained during your dive. NOTE: If Indicator Pin is not extended or no air flow occurs, water and contaminants may have entered the regulator’s internal stage and could lead to corrosion and/or failure of the system. Contact your Authorized SPARE AIR Dealer or Submersible Systems, Inc. for service and
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• If the SPARE AIR Nitrox is used with equipment or connected to air supply systems which are not rated for Oxygen Service, it will be considered contaminated and will require cleaning for Oxygen Service prior to use again with Nitrox. • Equipment users must be trained and certified in the specific use of Nitrox by dive industry training agencies. • Only a halocarbon based lubricant such as Christo-Lube MCG 111 should be used on SPARE AIR Nitrox. HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR SPARE AIR Providing the best
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HOW TO TRAVEL WITH SPARE AIR 1.When taking Spare Air on commercial aircraft TSA (Transportation Security Administration) requires air cylinders to be empty. Purge Spare Air until empty of air. 2. Remove regulator from cylinder (they are attached hand tight) by turning counter clock-wise. Leave o-ring, washer etc. on the regulator. 3. Pack Spare Air in your check on luggage (NOT carry on). 4. Notify counter personnel when checking in for your flight that you have a Spare Air mini-breathing system
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HOW TO REFILL SPARE AIR NOTE: Always refill SPARE AIR immediately after use, so the system is ready for subsequent use. CAUTION: DO NOT stand directly over top of SPARE AIR regulator while filling. A feature of this adapter is that as you rotate the knurled ring on the adapter to the right it automatically closes the vent. When unscrewing to the left it vents the pressure, allowing the adapter to unscrew easily. 1. Unscrew black knurled Cap from the SPARE AIR Check Valve filling port. 2. Place
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7. Remove Adapter from SCUBA tank and SPARE AIR. 8. Replace black knurled Cap on Check Valve. NOTE: If air is escaping from the adapter during filling, close tank valve, wait for air to stop and retighten knurled ring by turning to the right. NOTE: If SCUBA tank WAS NOT FULL at beginning of refill procedure, then the pressure indicator will not show full and your SPARE AIR will not be filled to its recommended full capacity, diminishing available air volume. WARNING: If the SPARE AIR check valve
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ANNUAL SERVICE RECORDS Date: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ By: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________
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SPARE AIR ACCESSORY ORDER FORM Call your local dive shop or log on to our website at www.spareair.com to order SPARE AIR accessories or order direct by mail: Model# Description Price Qty 003DGS Dial Gauge Pressure Indicator $64.00 Bag Drawstring Nylon Carrying Bag $12.00 961 Safety Leash (Lanyard that prevents accidental loss) $14.00 910S Scuba Tank Refill Adapter $54.00 973 SPARE AIR Holster (Fits 3.0 cu. ft. models) $30.00 971 SPARE AIR Holster (Fits 1.7 cu. ft. models) $30.00 920C Air Comp
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Mail order form to: Submersible Systems, Inc. 18072 Gothard Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 USA or Log on to our website at www.spareair.com to purchase SPARE AIR Accessories Distributor Stamp: 18072 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 USA 800-648-3483 P: 714-842-6566 F: 714-842-4626 www.spareair.com Rev. 5/04 #098128NX
