LX Wing Series USER GUIDE
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1. Joutis LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE lt 22 Doc 12 4174 r01 8 15 14 Hollis 2014 Joutis LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE CONTENTS 5 E 3 DANGERS WARNINGS CAUTIONS amp 5 nnmnnn 3 WARNINGS vice 4 EE 5 CARE AND 2 2 1 5 INFLATOR AND DUMP VALVE aidassa naaa aana 6 5 7 INSPECTIONS 5 7 A E E E 7 Hollis 2014 2 Doc 12 4174 r01 8 15 14 Joutis LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE NOTICES LIMITED WARRANTY For details refer to the Prod2. many years if cared for properly Follow the procedures below to ensure a long life for your BC You should have the entire BC inspected and serviced annually by an authorized Hollis dealer to ensure it is operating properly and no components are showing signs of wear PRE DIVE CARE Before each dive check to make sure your equipment is working properly If any piece of equipment is not working properly DO NOT USE If damaged return to your authorized Hollis Dealer for repair Under pressure attach the low pressure inflator hose to the inflator and depress the inflator button to make sure it is working properly Check for leaks at the connection of the inflator Check oral inflation deflation button is working properly Fill the BC system with air and check to make sure there no leaks in the bladder Check all dump valves to ensure air is not leaking in the closed position and that the air can be easily dumped POST DIVE CARE To keep your BC in top condition follow these procedures in sequence after each day of diving Fill the BC one third full of fresh water through the inflator mouthpiece e Inflate fully then rotate and shake ensuring a complete internal rinse Hold upside down and completely drain the water through the mouthpiece Thoroughly rinse the outside of the BC with fresh water Store partially inflated out of direct sunlight in a cool dry place e Periodically add BC disinfectant
3. to shed unnecessary lead weight and use less energy creating a longer more relaxed dive Hollis 2014 Doc 12 4174 r01 8 15 14 Joutis LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE RECORDS LX WING SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HOLLIS DEALER DEALER PHONE NUMBER INSPECTIONS AND SERVICE DATE SERVICE PERFORMED DEALER TECHNICIAN NOTES OLLis San Leandro CA USA 94577 510 729 5110 www hollisgear com e mail info hollisgear com
4. flator fully the BC will inflate rapidly Be careful not to overin flate the BC causing an unwanted rapid rise towards the surface DEFLATING THE BC WITH POWER INFLATOR OR DUMP VALVE To deflate the BC using the inflator hold the inflator higher than the top of the BC and depress the deflate but ton to release the air To deflate using the dump valve lightly pull outwards and upwards The mouthpiece or dump valve must be at the highest point of the BC to ensure complete deflation of the BC While underwater be sure to release the deflate button or dump valve before all air is released to prevent water from entering the BC ATTACHING THE LP LOW PRESSURE INFLATOR HOSE With the inflator hose attached to the regulator connect the regulator to a pressurized SCUBA tank Grasp the QD Quick Disconnect end of the LP Inflator Hose and pull back the coupling release and press it onto the connector on the inflator system and let go of the coupling Make sure the LP Hose is securely attached before pressurizing the regulator system Pressurize the regulator system by slowly opening the tank valve Now press the power inflator button until you hear air flowing into the BC BUOYANCY CONTROL Using the inflation and deflation methods described will help you maintain neutral buoyancy throughout your dive at different depths A diver who practices buoyancy control can hover in mid water without varying depth Having good buoyancy control will allow a diver
5. minor to moderate injury NOTES indicate tips and advice that can inform of features aid assembly or prevent damage to the product Hollis 2014 Doc 12 4174 r01 8 15 14 Jois LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE WARNINGS MH Hollis BC s are intended for use by divers who have successfully completed a nationally recognized course in scuba diving As with all underwater life support equipment improper use or misuse of this product can cause serious injury or death Improper use of the oral inflation deflation or dump valve assemblies may allow water to enter the BC re sulting in a subsequent reduction in buoyancy Loss of buoyancy control could result in serious injury or death The LX Wing is designed for operating temperatures between 1 and 40 C This is not a life jacket it does not guarantee a head up position of the wearer at the surface Prior to each dive inspect and test your BC for proper operation any part does not function properly DO NOT USE DO NOT inhale gases from within any Hollis BC If you do not fully understand how to use your Hollis or if you have any questions regarding its functions you should seek instruction in its use from your authorized Hollis dealer before you utilize this product Read and understand the owner s guide completely before diving with any Hollis BC Have your Hollis equipment inspected and serviced annually or any time you have any conce
6. or Steramine available in dive stores to rinse water to kill any bacterial growth e Transport your BC a padded carrying case or equipment bag separated from sharp items e g dive knife spear gun etc that might puncture the bladder e You should also protect the inflation system from damage due to heavy objects e g dive light weights first stage etc Hollis 2014 Doc 12 4174 r01 8 15 14 Jois LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE INFLATOR AND DUMP VALVE USE LP Hose Connector Power Inflator Button Deflate Manual Inflate Button working pressures min 120 psi 8 Bar nominal 140 psi 9 Bar max 160 psi 11 Bar NOTE Install the inflator hose to your regulator per your regulator s instructions or have an autho rized technician attach the LP hose to the regulator first stage MANUAL INFLATION To manually inflate the BC depress the manual inflation button and blow into the mouthpiece Be sure to release the manual inflation button before you remove your mouth from the mouthpiece to ensure you do not lose any air through the mouthpiece Repeat until desired buoyancy is achieved POWER INFLATION To power inflate the BC depress the power inflator button This can only be achieved when the low pressure inflator hose is connected and under pressure from the regulator 1st stage Use short bursts of air to inflate the BC being careful not to add too much air I WARNING If you depress the power in
7. rn about your equipment s function or condition by an authorized Hollis dealer Any questions or concerns may be directed towards your local Hollis dealer Alternately you may con tact one of our technical support representatives at 888 383 DIVE or info hollisgear com It is the diver s responsibility to assure that fully configured ready to dive systems are able to achieve neutral buoyancy at the beginning and end of any dive Select a wing with adequate lift for the equip ment being used Hollis 2014 Doc 12 4174 r01 8 15 14 Jois LX WING SERIES USER GUIDE INTRODUCTION ASSESSMENT OF RISK Hollis BC s are designed and intended for use by divers who have successfully completed a nationally recog nized course in scuba diving Hollis equipment must NOT be used by untrained persons who may not have knowledge of the potential risks and hazards of scuba diving As with all underwater life support equipment improper use or misuse of this product can cause serious injury or death SPECIFICATIONS HD laminated 1680 Denier Cordura amp 420 nylon internal bladder e 360 degree wing Lift 525 25 Ibs 11 3 kg S38 38 Ibs 17 2 kg 45 45 Dual C45 PRISM 45 Ibs 20 60 60 Dual 60 Ibs 27 kg 360 degree internal retraction system Lower left dump valve CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Hollis BC is a reliable piece of equipment that was designed to withstand the rigors of diving It will last for
8. uct Warranty section on the Hollis web site www HollisGear com COPYRIGHT NOTICE This operating manual is copyrighted all rights are reserved It may not in whole or in part be copied photo copied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Hollis LX Wing Series User Guide Doc No 12 4174 Hollis 2014 San Leandro CA USA 94577 510 729 5110 TRADEMARK TRADE NAME AND SERVICE MARK NOTICE HOLLIS the HOLLIS logo type and LX Wing are registered and unregistered trade marks trade names and service marks of HOLLIS All rights are reserved PATENT NOTICE U S Patents have been issued or applied for to protect the following design features Gas Impermeable Lami nate U S Patent No 5 693 412 other patents pending EC TYPE EXAMINATION CONDUCTED BY SGS United Kingdom Ltd Weston super Mare BS22 6WA UK Notified Body No 0120 Compliance with EN 1809 1997 Compliance with EN 250 2000 DANGERS WARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES Pay attention to the following symbols when they appear throughout this docu ment They denote important information and tips DANGERS are indicators of important information that if ignored would lead to severe injury or death WARNINGS are indicators of important information that if ignored could lead to severe injury or death CAUTIONS are indicators of information that if ignored may lead to
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