surface supplied harness user`s manual
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1. the buckle with your right hand and inside webbing with your left hand To loosen pull the webbing to the left See Fig 7 for above section Fig 7 Surface Supplied Harness User s Manual Securing Cylinder to Harness 1 Wet the cylinder bands and then slide them over the cylinder so that the harness is at the desired position in relation to the cyl inder valve Make sure the cylinder valve air outlet is facing toward the diver s back Pull the cylinder keeper tight to the cylinder and secure the hook and loop While holding the cylinder secure pull the free end of the upper cylinder band until there is a very tight fit between the harness and the cylinder Repeat process on lower band See Fig 8 2 Close the buckle halfway to hold the cylinder band taut and thread the free end of the band through the open slot in the end of the buckle See Fig 9 3 Pull the cam buckle closed so that it lies flat against the cylinder Secure the end of the cylinder bands with the hook and loop attachment Test the tightness by pushing pulling the harness See Fig 10 Check all 3 bands are secure WARNING The cylinder band will initially stretch as it becomes wet Always wet the band before making the final adjustment apply enough tension to ensure that the cylinder is completely secure Test this connection before every dive AQUA LUNG Threading the Cam Buckle Ce NOTE Hamess cylinder bands adjust for a2. AQUA ZD LUNG Se Military 8 Professional Operations SURFACE SUPPLIED HARNESS USER S MANUAL Surface Supplied Harness User s Manual COPYRIGHT NOTICE This owner s manual is copyrighted all rights reserved It may not in whole or in part be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Aqua Lung America Inc O2010 AQUA LUNG AMERICA SURFACE SUPPLIED HARNESS SSH USER S MANUAL PN 769181 SSH SIZE 1 PN 769161 SSH SIZE 2 PN 769169 You can contact a Technical Adviser via e mail at rbedard aqualung com grubin aqualung com dstancil aqualung com dsumian aqualung com Military sales ksilver aqualung com Trademark Notice Aqua Lung is a registered trademark of Aqua Lung America Inc Warnings Cautions and Notes Pay special attention to information provided in warnings cautions and notes that is accompanied by these symbols A WARNING indicates a procedure or situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury or death to the user A CAUTION indicates any situation or technique that could cause damage to the product and could subsequently result in injury to the user L A NOTE is used to emphasize important points tips and reminders AQUA QDLUN G CONTENTS WSA 4 DONNING AND ADJUSTMENT DROCEDURES eee arena D ADJUSTING TANK BAND AND CeNDERKREEDER ees D SECURING CYL
3. INDER TO HARNESS ssaainsssenessensssnnssnrnrssrrrserrrsrerrrrerrree 6 THREADING THE CAM BUCKRIE 7 INSTALLING DOUBLE ACTION WEIGHT RELEASE SHEATH 8 REMOVING DOUBLE ACTION WEIGHT RELEASE SHEATH 9 LOADING WEIGHT INTO SURELOCK POUCH nana an anane 10 INSTALLING SURELOCK POUCH INTO WEIGHT SHEATH 10 REMOVING SURELOCK POUCH FROM WEIGHT SHEATH 10 yo gaa mig RI ES E H RE 11 SSA OS DIVE CME CIS Ti 11 MANUFACTURER S RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE CHECKS 12 EG NIG A DATA ecosistemes 12 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS UI 12 ANNUAL INSPECTION 8 SERVICE RECORD cc ena eaaa n nenen 13 MAINTENANCE NOTES E 14 WARRANTY INFORMATION 15 Surface Supplied Harness User s Manual FEATURES The Surface Supplied Harness SSH is a harness system specifically designed for commercial and military diving purposes providing a working harness for any tended surface or saturation diving application e The harness is adjustable to fit a large spectrum of e Single and two point extraction D rings g body shapes and sizes e Dual adjustable tank bands h e Size 1 waist 30 38 inches 76 97 cm e Adjustable cylinder keeper i e Size 2 waist 38 46 inches 97 117 cm e Up to 10 Ib non ditchable weight may be carried e Four umbilical attachment points 2 upper and 2 under the comfort pad j lower a e Universal comfort pad k e Two reflective tabs for high in water visibility b e Sur
4. ate SSH Number WARNING Before each use the SSH must be given a thorough visual inspection and functional test NEVER dive with a harness that shows signs of damage until it has been repaired and reinspected Initials 1 Inspect all buckles and slides for damage Connect and disconnect each buckle slide for proper orientation 2 Inspect all stitching component webbing and hook loop material for damage or excessive wear Adjust harness for proper fit Install weights into SureLock weight pouches as needed Install loaded SureLock weight pouches into weight release sheaths Verify that all harness straps are connected properly and operate correctly e OR ON ge SS Diving Supervisor will check previous steps and record deficiencies below Remarks Divers Signature Diving Supervisor Signature SSH Post Dive Checklist Diver Name Date SSH Number Ee NOTE Avoid prolonged exposure to sun extreme heat and heavy pool chemicals to prevent deterioration To prevent premature damage thoroughly rinse the SSH with fresh water at the end of each diving day using the following procedures Initials 1 Remove all weights from SureLock pouches 2 Thoroughly rinse harness amp pouches and allow to dry overnight before stowing Remarks Divers Signature Diving Supervisor Signature Surface Supplied Harness User s Manual Manufacturer s Recommended Maintenance Checks 1 Annual Inspection Inspe
5. ct SSH for wear or damage e Inspect buckles and slides e Inspect stitching components webbing and hook loop material e Inspect SureLock weight pouch locking mechanism Pre Dive repeat annual inspection Post Dive Rinse and dry oN Technical Data BREAKING STRENGTH OF COMPLETE HARNESS 1100 LB 500 KG 4900 N BREAKING STRENGTH OF ALL 2 D RINGS 5000 LBS SURELOCK WEIGHT POUCH CAPACITY 20 LBS EACH MOLLE EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT CAPABILITY SLIDES AND CROTCH STRAP CLIPS STAINLESS STEEL DRY WEIGHT AND SIZE e Size 1 9 lbs waist size 30 38 inches 76 97 cm e Size 2 10 Ibs waist size 38 46 inches 97 117 cm SSH Recommended Spare Parts List QTY 769162 SSH Harness Assembly Size4 1 769163 Crotch Strap Sizet 1 769183 SSH Harness Assembly Ge 1 768184 Crotch Strap Gei _ 1 769144 20LB SureLock Weight Pouch 2 NI Jl sech a 769159 20 LB Double Action Weight Release Sheath 2 769166 Tank Band Traction Sleeve 2 769148 Universal ComfortPad 1 769164 Cylinder Keeper II 769182 Malice Clips 2 AIAININ N AQUA QDLUN G 1 Q Annual Inspection amp Service Record Date SSH Technician Name Observations Technician Signature 14 Maintenance Notes Surface Sup plied Harness User s Manual AQUA QDLUN G Warranty Information Military amp Commercial All requests for warranty transactions must be accompanied b
6. eLock Double Action Weight Release system e Chest and waist adjustments to accommodate e Two 20Ib SureLock weight pouchs various sizing chest c waist d e Malice Clips m Vertical torso adjustment e e Two 20Ib double action weight release sheaths n e Adjustable crotch strap f AQUA QZ LUNG SSH Donning and Adjustment Procedures Don the SSH Thread the waist band webbing through the buckle and pull the webbing until a snug fit is achieved repeat the same process for the chest strap Release the hook and loop retainer on one of the torso adjustment straps e Pull the webbing in a vertical motion until a snug fit is achieved through the torso re fasten the hook and loop retainer Repeat the same process on the other torso adjustment strap Bring the two clips f of the crotch strap between your legs and fasten them to the lower metal D rings on the front of the harness See Fig 6 for above section The crotch strap is adjustable from the rear See Fig 5 Adjusting Tank Band and Cylinder Keeper 1 Unfasten webbing from the hook and loop Remove the free end of the cylinder band h from the outer slot of the cam buckle Loosen the cylinder bands by clasping the inside cylinder band with your left hand and cam buckle with you right To loosen the band pull the webbing to the left Unfasten webbing from the hook and loop Loosen the adjustable cylinder keeper i by grabbing
7. ice clip under the MOLLE Malice loops Loops are counted from the top to the bottom in the Fig 15 Fig 16 following order to secure the weight sheath to the harness See Fig 17 oR GA MA MOLLE Loop 3 Malice Loop 4 MOLLE Loop 2 Malice Loop 2 MOLLE Loop 1 MOLLE LOOPS Malice Loops MOLLE Loops Fig 17 AQUA Q LUNG 3 When the Malice clip has been woven completely through both MOLLE and Malice loops as directed secure the open end of the Malice clip into the tab slot Hold the tab then pull on the inserted end to ensure the clip has been completely inserted and locked down See Figs 18 amp 19 Fig 18 Fig 19 Removing Double Action Weight Release Sheath 1 Remove SureLock pocket from weight sheath Insert a medium flat blade screwdriver behind the tab and lift up to release the Malice clip Repeat process on other clip and unweave weight sheath from harness See Figs 20 23 Fig 21 Surface Supplied Harness User s Manual Loading Weight into SureLock Pouch 1 Load each weight pouch with equal amounts of weight for optimum balance preventing the ten dency to roll to one side during the dive Also it is strongly recommended that each weight pouch is fully loaded with four separate blocks For ex ample if you want to load the weight pouch with 12 pounds use four separate 3 pound blocks 2 The 20 Ib SureLock weight pouch has a
8. itaryandprofessional Literature PN 769181 REV 04 10 2010 Aqua Lung International
9. l shall render void all warranties expressed or implied AQUA LUNG AMERICA INC DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN SOME STATES WHICH DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY THIS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Restrictions The following restrictions apply to this warranty e This warranty does not extend to abrasion or seam separation caused by chemical attack including prolonged exposure to chlorine e This warranty does not extend to damages caused by improper use improper maintenance neglect unauthorized repairs modifications accident fire or casualty e Cosmetic damage such as scratches fraying and nicks are not covered by this warranty e This warranty does not extend to products that have been not properly inspected or maintained in accordance with the recommended Aqua Lung America Inc factory requirements e Failure to meet any of the above requirements will render the warranty null and void WARNING Failure to maintain this equipment and perform the required Aqua Lung America Inc factory maintenance in accordance with the factory manual renders any and all warranties expressed or implied null and void Reference Annual Inspection amp Service Record provided in manual 15 Surface Supplied Harness AQuAG gt LUNG Military amp Professional Operations 2340 Cousteau Court Vista CA 92081 Phone 760 597 5000 Fax 760 597 4900 www aqualung com mil
10. ll standard cylinder diameters 6 9 17 5 cm 7 25 18 5 cm and 8 0 20 3 cm The cylinder bands are properly threaded to the buckles when the harness leaves the factory If rethreading is necessary follow the procedure in this section Ce NOTE The cam buckle is labeled with numbers 1 4 and directional arrows TJ that indicate threading order and direction of tank band 1 While firmly holding the metal D ring with your left hand rotate the buckle back towards the webbing The buckle should form an angle with the metal D ring as shown in the top view See Fig 11 2 Insert band through the metal D ring 1 then through the middle slot 27 See Fig 12 3 Insert band through the inside slot 31 See Fig 13 4 Insert band through the outer slot 47 See Fig 14 EP NOTE This final threading step is done vvhen the harness is secured to the cylinder refer to Securing Single Cylinder Step 2 Close the buckle half way to prevent the webbing from slipping and thread the free end of the band through the open slot in the end of the buckle Surface Supplied Harness User s Manual Installing Double Action Weight Release Sheath 1 Remove the SureLock weight pouch from the sheath Insert Malice clip through all five MOLLE loops on the weigh sheath TAB side of Malice clip facing out See Figs 15 amp 16 Tab side e facing out 2 Weave the Mal
11. right and left weight compartment Fill each pouch with four separate weight blocks two per com partment however if you need to partially fill the pouch use the diagram to the upper right for proper weight placement See Fig 23 To Rear of Harness gt Fig 23 E NOTE The SureLock weight system features two interchangeable weight pouches which can be filled with either block weights or soft weight pouches containing lead shot in increments of 5 pounds or less For ease of operation low profile block weight is strongly recommended Installing SureLock Pouch into Weight Sheath 1 The SureLock pouches are installed with the plastic panel facing outward pouch flap facing toward the harness To install either pouch slide the closed end of the pouch into the opening of the sheath Insert the male portion of the SureLock buckle into the female receptacle on the sheath until you can hear feel it CLICK into place Close the flap of the weight sheath over the pouch and secure the outer buckle of the weight sheath See Figs 24 amp 25 Fig 25 Removing SureLock Pouch from Weight Sheath 2 Unclip the weight sheath outer buckle so the flap is open exposing the SureLock weight pouch Pull straight down on the SureLock handle releasing the weight pouch from the sheath See Figs 26 amp 27 AQUA QDLUN G 11 SSH Pre Dive Checklist Diver Name D
12. y an in service date and by docu mentation of Aqua Lung America Inc factory recommended maintenance in accordance with this Manual whenever returning your military or commercial product for warranty service The Aqua Lung One Year Limited Warranty Aqua Lung America Inc warrants to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the purchase date that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship provided that it receives normal use proper care and prescribed maintenance subject to those restric tions stated below This limited warranty is extended only to the original purchaser for purchases made from Aqua Lung America Inc or an authorized Aqua Lung dealer and is not transfer able With this warranty Aqua Lung America Inc reserves the right to repair or replace the product at its sole discretion ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MER CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TOAPERIOD ENDING ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE OR IN SERVICE DATE WARNING It is dangerous for untrained and uncertified persons to use the equipment covered by this warranty Therefore use of these products by an untrained person renders any and all warranties null and void Use of Surface Supplied or SCUBA equipment by anyone who is not a certified diver or receiving training through a recognized training certification agency either military or commercia
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