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  • Page 3 WARNING: This manual provides essential instruc- tion for the proper fitting, adjustment, inspection and care of your new BC. Because Apeks BC’s utilize patented technology, it is very important to take the time to read these instruction in order to understand and fully enjoy the features that are unique to your specific model.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION General Precautions & Warnings FEATURES WTX Harness Apeks Buoyancy Cells Single Cylinder Buoyancy Cells Twin Cylinder Buoyancy Cells Twin Cylinder Redundant Buoyancy Cells ASSEMBLING YOUR WTX SYSTEM Mounting a Single Cylinder Buoyancy Cell...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Congratulations—and thank you—for choosing Apeks. Whether your diving takes you to the ghost ships of Scapa Flow or the cenotes of the Mexican Yucatan, your new Apeks technical harness and buoyancy cell system has been designed and manufactured with pride, according to the most exacting standards for quality and performance.

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Factory prescribed service for this BC must be performed at least once annually by a factory trained technician who is employed by an authorized Apeks Dealer. Annual service consists of a complete overhaul of the power inflator, and a general air leak inspection of the bladder and valve connec- tions.
  • Page 7 Aqua Lung/Apeks Dealer. If you have any questions regarding your Buoyancy Compensator or these instructions, contact your local dealer or Aqua Lung/Apeks at: (760) 597-5000...

  • Page 8: Features

    Whether you want a travel friendly rig to dive in the tropics or a solid technical rig to dive deep, Apeks has the right buoyancy configuration for you.

  • Page 9: Inflation

    The most common use for these is to mount the optional SureLock™ weight pouches. Apeks SureLock™ weight pouches may be ordered separately from your Authorized Apeks Dealer (p/n 38800). Instructions for mounting the weight pockets are included in the weight pocket kit.
  • Page 10 WTX Series Owner’s Manual Retaining Loops Below each of the shoulder release buckles, there is an elastic retainer loop. These loops can be used to retain excess shoulder strapage or they can be used to retain an accessory such as a small flashlight. There is also a retainer loop located on the crotch strap to retain excess strapage.

  • Page 11: Apeks Buoyancy Cells

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual APEKS BUOYANCY CELLS To compliment your choice of harnesses, Apeks manufactures a selection of single cylinder and twin cylinder buoyancy cells in assorted sizes and configurations. Single Cylinder Buoyancy Cells Oval Grommets for Dual Tank Bands Each single cylinder buoyancy cell incorporates four oval grommets.

  • Page 12: Twin Cylinder Buoyancy Cells 0

    This easy-to-reach dump is convenient when dumping while inverted. Elliptical Corrugated Hose The Apeks technical airway found on each cell includes a corrugated hose that has an elliptical cross section. This al- lows for a lower profile, which reduces drag and lays cleanly over the shoulder.
  • Page 13 WTX Series Owner’s Manual Narrow at Top for Full Access to Valves and Regulators Apeks buoyancy cells are designed to be slim at the top to allow the diver’s head to tilt back, encourage proper hose placement and to assure that the diver has easy access to the manifold valves.

  • Page 14: Twin Cylinder Redundant Buoyancy Cells

    Narrow at Top for Full Access to Valves and Regulators Apeks buoyancy cells are designed to be slim at the top to allow the diver’s head to tilt back, encourage proper hose placement and to assure that the diver has easy access to the manifold valves.
  • Page 15 The left side inflator is for the front bladder and the right side inflator is for the rear bladder. Elliptical Corrugated Hose The Apeks technical airway found on each cell includes a corrugated hose that has an elliptical cross section. This allows for a lower profile, which reduces drag and lays clean- ly over the shoulder.

  • Page 16: Assembling Your Wtx System

    Using Dual Tank Bands A single cylinder buoyancy cell may be attached directly to an Apeks back plate or the WTX harness using dual tank bands. Mounting Directly to the Back Plate . Identify the series of four slots at the top and bottom of the Apeks back plate that accommodate the tank bands.
  • Page 17 WTX Series Owner’s Manual 3. Weave the tank band through the four upper slots in the back plate. 4. After exiting slot 4, the last slot in the series, direct the tank band out the remaining slot of the buoyancy cell.

  • Page 18: Threading The Cam Buckle 6

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual . After exiting the second webbed loop, direct the tank band out the remaining slot of the buoyancy cell. 3. Slide a gripper pad on to each tank band with the ribbed side facing toward the cylinder (see step 5, p. 15).

  • Page 19: Securing Your Buoyancy System

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Step 5. Insert band through the outer slot. Note: This final threading step is done when the BC is secured to the cylinder (refer to step 4, p. 18). Close the buckle halfway to prevent the webbing from slipping and thread the free end of the band through the open slot in the end of the buckle.

  • Page 20: Inserting An Apeks Back Plate 8

    6. Test the tightness by pushing/pulling the back frame and cradle. Inserting an Apeks Back Plate To insert an Apeks back plate, remove the back pad and fold down the hook and loop tab at the inside bottom of the harness.

  • Page 21: Mounting A Single Cylinder Or Twin Cylinders Using Nuts And Bolts 9

    To bolt a single cylinder or twin cylinders to the WTX harness, an Apeks back plate must be inserted into it. Ideally, the bolts on a single tank attachment kit or on a set of twin bands should be  inches (8 cm) on center.

  • Page 22: Customizing The Shoulder Hardware 0

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Customizing the Shoulder Hardware To open up the shoulder webbing: . Remove epaulets from the shoulder strap webbing. . Unweave webbing from 3-bar plastic slide and rectangular plastic loop. 3. Remove 3-bar plastic slide from webbing. Pull webbing out from sewn-in shoulder strap loop.

  • Page 23: Positioning The Waist Buckle

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Positioning Waist Buckle The metal waist buckle can be mounted on either side of the waistband. If you would like to switch the buckle to the other side, weave the buckle as shown. Don the WTX harness with cylinder(s) and your normal exposure suit.

  • Page 24: Attaching The Mp Hose To The First Stage

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Attaching the MP Hose to the First Stage Apeks recommends that you bring your buoyancy compensator, together with your regulator, to your authorized dealer for the installation of the medium pressure (MP) inflator hose and other accessories. The retailer can also answer any questions you may have pertaining to the information in this manual.

  • Page 25: Using Your Wtx System

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual USING YOUR WTX SYSTEM Predive Inspection Before each use, the BC must be given a thorough visual inspection and functional test. NEVER dive with a BC that shows signs of damage to its bladder or valving until it has received a complete inspection and service from an autho- rized dealer.

  • Page 26: Donning And Adjustment Procedures 4

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual WARNING: Loss of the releasable weight pouches can occur if the SureLock™ buckle mechanism is not properly engaged. Involuntary release of both weight pouches can cause a sud- den increase in buoyancy causing a rapid ascent, and could lead to serious injury or death due to arterial gas embolism, decompression sickness, or drowning.

  • Page 27: Inflation Methods 5

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Inflation Methods Oral Inflation To orally inflate your BC, place your lips on the oral inflator mouthpiece (Fig. 1a) and exhale a small amount of air into the mouthpiece to purge any water that may still be in the housing.

  • Page 28: Deflation Methods 6

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Deflation Methods Throughout the course of a dive, it will be necessary to release air from the BC using one of the two methods de- scribed in the following instructions. Each method uses a valve that is in a different location. The method you choose at...
  • Page 29 WTX Series Owner’s Manual CAUTION: The proper function of the overpressure relief valve is vital to prevent damage to the BC bladder. Unauthorized ser- vice or tampering may render this valve inoperable, and could cause the bladder to leak or burst. This type of damage is not repairable, and is not covered under warranty.

  • Page 30: Postdive Care And Maintenance 8

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual Postdive Care & Maintenance With proper care, your BC will provide many years of reliable service. The following preventive maintenance must be per- formed to extend the life of your BC: . Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and extreme heat.

  • Page 31: Dealer Inspection & Service

    WARNING: DO NOT attempt to perform any disassembly or service of your BC. Service requiring disassembly must only be performed by a factory-trained Apeks technician. To obtain service or repair, such as power inflator service or replacement of the bladder, see your local authorized dealer.

  • Page 32: Service Record

    WTX Series Owner’s Manual ANNUAL SERVICE & INSPECTION RECORD Product Serial # Purchase Date Store Name WTX Harness: serial # WTX 3: Serial # is located WTX 6: Serial # is located is located under lower under inflator warning on upper inside of outer plate pouch tab.

  • Page 33: Warranty Information

    Apeks warrants to the original purchaser for the useful life of the product, from the date of purchase, that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, provided that it receives normal use, proper care and prescribed dealer service subject to the limita- tions listed below.
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