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- Page 1 Pro QDi3 Buoyancy Compensator Owner’s Manual...
- Page 2 Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Copyright Notice This 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 International.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual CONTENTS QUICK REFERENCE SAFETY INFORMATION General Precautions & Warnings BASIC SETUP Attaching the MP Hose to the First Stage Securing the BC to the Cylinder Threading the Cylinder Band Double Cylinder Setup Routing and Attaching the MP Inflator Hose WEIGHT INTEGRATION FEATURE Weight System - Setup &... -
Page 4: Quick Reference
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual QUICK REFERENCE Oral Inflator Accessory D-rings (5) Chest Strap Swivel Buckle Pull Knob Knife Attachment Grommets SureLock Weight System MP Hose w/Hose Grip Waist Buckle Lever Cummerbund i3 Control Unit Multiport Flat E-Valve Carry Handle... -
Page 5: Safety Information
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual SAFETY INFORMATION General Precautions & Warnings Before using this buoyancy compensator (BC), you must receive instruction and certification in SCUBA diving and buoyancy control from a recognized training agency. Use of SCUBA equipment by uncertified or untrained persons is dangerous and can result in injury or death. - Page 6 Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual WARNING: A buoyancy compensator (BC) is NOT a life jacket! It is not designed to provide face-up flotation in all situations; therefore it does not meet U.S. Coast Guard regulations for a life preserver or personal flotation device (PFD). If you become...
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Page 7: Basic Setup
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Note: The terms “hook”, “loop” and “hook & loop” are used through- out this manual. Hook & Loop is commonly known as Velcro®, which is a trademarked brand of hook & loop. Many of the BC’s components have hook &... -
Page 8: Securing The Bc To The Cylinder
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Securing the BC to the Cylinder Note: BC cylinder bands adjust for all 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 BC leaves the factory. -
Page 9: Threading The Cylinder Band
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual 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. If the cylinder slips free from the BC during the dive, you may lose your air supply, which could lead to serious injury or death. -
Page 10: Double Cylinder Setup
Double Cylinder Setup The Tank Band Kit for Twin Cylinders (P/N 4704) allows mounting of twin cylinders to the Pro QDi3, sizes ML, L, XL and XXL only. Please see mounting instruction provided with the kit. -
Page 11: Routing And Attaching The Mp Inflator Hose 0
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Routing & Attaching the MP Inflator Hose . After attaching the BC and regulator to a cylinder, make sure the bladder is completely deflated (see Deflation Methods, p. 21). . Route the MP hose down... - Page 12 Lift up on the lever and listen for the flow of air into the BC bladder. NOTE: The Pro QDi3 is equipped with a longer than normal MP in- flator hose. It is very important to use the inflator hose provided with the BC (if the hose is too short it will not reach the i3 control unit.
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Page 13: Weight Integration Feature
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual WEIGHT INTEGRATION FEATURES The Pro QDi3 features the SureLock™ (SL) weight system. With the SureLock™ system, weight pouches are secured with a mechanical locking mechanism, as opposed to a hook & loop attachment used on other models. The SureLock™... - Page 14 Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual 2. Lift up each pouch’s flap (Fig 1a), and lay it back over the handle (Fig b). While holding the pouch fully open, insert the weight and then close the flap. When each pouch has been loaded with weight, firmly run your hand over the flaps to securely fasten the hook &...
- Page 15 Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Surelock™ Weight Pouch Installation CAUTION: Aqua Lung/SeaQuest strongly recommends that you do not attempt to don your BC when it is fully loaded with weight. You may otherwise risk injury due to muscle strain or a temporary loss of balance.
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Page 16: Releasing The Weight Pouches 5
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Releasing Weight Pouches Unlike a weight belt, which has only one release mecha- nism, each weight pouch is connected to the BC indepen- dently of the other and must be released separately. This provides you with the option of being able to jettison one pouch at a time, thereby maintaining better control of your ascent rate in an emergency. -
Page 17: Non-Releasable Weight 6
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Non-releasable Weight To supplement the releasable weight, the Pro QDi3 is designed to carry non-releaseable weight in two fixed pock- ets located on the backside of the back pad. The maximum amount of weight that each pocket can hold depends on the BC size. -
Page 18: Donning & Adjustment Procedures
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual WARNING: The non-releasable weight pockets are intended strictly for containing non-releasable weight, used in addition to releasable weight. Do not fill either pocket with weight unless you are certain you can achieve positive buoyancy at depth by releasing your weight pouches or weight belt while your BC is completely deflated. -
Page 19: Inflation Methods
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual NOTE: Adjusting the shoulder straps too tightly will transfer the cylinder weight from the hips to the shoulders, restricting your arm movement and decreasing comfort. 9. If necessary, readjust the cummerbund so that is com- fortably snug, but not restricting. -
Page 20: Storing The Oral Inflator 9
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Storing Oral Inflator When the oral inflator is not in use, fold the tube and store it under the flap/hook & loop using the following method. Using your index finger as a guide, begin folding the oral inflator hose, bending once under the pouch. -
Page 21: Power Inflation With I3 Control Unit 0
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Secure the oral inflater snugly with the flap/hook & loop. WARNING: Incorrect oral inflator storage could result in a failure to deploy. Power Inflation with the i3 Control Unit For the power inflator to operate, the MP inflator hose must be connected (see “Routing and Attaching the MP Inflator... -
Page 22: Deflation Methods
WARNING: Avoid using excessive torque when pressing the lever of the i3 Control Unit. Deflation via Flat E-Valve (right shoulder) The Pro QDi3 is equipped with Flat E-Valve Technology. To deflate the BC, manually pull on the knob and cord assembly located on the right... -
Page 23: Overpressure Relief (Opr) Via Flat E-Valve
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Overpressure Relief (OPR) via Flat E-Valve In addition to the Flat E-Valve on the right shoulder, the Pro QDi3 has a second Flat E-Valve on the back lower left of the BC. Lower E-Valve Both Flat E-Valves function as overpressure relief valves to relieve excess pressure inside the bladder. -
Page 24: Special Features
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual SPECIAL FEATURES Knife Attachment The Pro QDi3 has two grommet holes located at the top of the left pocket. These holes are designed to accept many of the specialty knives available from Aqua Lung. For information on available knife models, consult with your Aqua Lung retailer. -
Page 25: Multiport 4
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual Multiport The Pro QDi3 is equipped with a multiport located on the left shoulder. The multiport can be used with the dedicated oral inflator. The multiport also allows use of the Air Source. In addition, the multi-... -
Page 26: Predive Inspection
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual 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 valves until it has received a complete inspection and service from an authorized dealer. -
Page 27: Postdive Care & Maintenance
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual POSTDIVE CARE & MAINTENANCE With proper care, your BC will provide many years of reliable ser- vice. The following preventive maintenance must be performed to extend the life of your BC: . Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and extreme heat. -
Page 28: Dealer Inspection & Service
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual 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 Aqua Lung/SeaQuest technician. To obtain service or repair, such as power inflator service or replacement of the bladder, see your local authorized dealer. -
Page 29: Service Record
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual ANNUAL SERVICE & INSPECTION RECORD Note: Serial number is located under oral inflator hold-down Purchase Date Store Name Serial # Date Dealer Name City, State Tech Initials... -
Page 30: Warranty Information
Pro QDi3 BC Owner’s Manual WARRANTY INFORMATION NOTE: To validate your warranty, please complete and return the enclosed warranty registration card within 15 days of purchase. You may also register online at www. aqualung.com, or www.sea-quest.com. All warranty transactions must be accompanied by proof of original purchase from an authorized Aqua Lung/SeaQuest Dealer. - Page 31 Pro QDi3 Buoyancy Compensator Owner’s Manual 3 4 0 C ouste au C our t • V i st a, CA • 9 0 8 ( 76 0) 5 97- 5 0 0 0 • w w w. aqualun g.c o m ©...
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