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  • Page 1 :: BESEA PICT USER MANUAL :: ENGLISH...

  • Page 2: Introducing Bouyancy Comfort

    Products developed in cold Scandinavian waters that are among the toughest you can dive in. If they work here, they will work anywhere. Poseidon’s devoted followers are convincing proof of that. Thank you for your confidence.
  • Page 3 A word from the designers and engineers behind Besea: “We realised that your experience from your BCD purchase is far more than how it performs under the surface. In fact, performance under the surface is not a challenge, since gravity is removed. The most inconvenience occurs on land;...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCING BOUYANCY COMFORT APPROVALS/CERTIFICATIONS GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS NITROX SAFETY REGULATIONS DEFINITIONS/ABBREVIATIONS OptiFit HybroBack SpineAdjust VentoMesh 40cc-System ClamRetract EasyGrip SprintRelease TwistLock PocketRetract APRV PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS Harness Besea Sport Harness Besea Advanced Wing Besea W40 Wing Besea W50 Wing Besea W100/D100 SIZE ADJUSTMENT CYLINDER MOUNTING Using Tank Bands...
  • Page 5 MAINTENANCE ACCESSORIES Crotch strap Besea Tank Band Besea 100 Advanced Accessory pocket D-ring kit Besea Pinbolt kit Weightpocket Besea QR Weight Plate Besea 40cc Pinbolt kit Butterfly Backplate MISCELLANEOUS Buoyancy control Wing capacity Ballast weights Buoyancy calculation TECHNICAL DATA MARKINGS TROUBLESHOOTING SERVICING USER MANUAL ::...

  • Page 6: Approvals/Certifications

    Notified body number 0078. Independent performance testing according to directive and standards is conducted at accredited laboratories INPP, Institute National de Plongée Professionnelle, Marseilles. Poseidon Industri AB is certified according to ISO 9001 USER MANUAL :: ENGLISH :: 6 BESEA...

  • Page 7: General Safety Regulations

    GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS WARNING Read user’s manual before use This is not a lifejacket: it does not guarantee a head up WARNING position of the wearer at the surface. Safe use of this product requires instruction in buoyancy control WARNING from a certified instructor Inspect all components of this product for proper operation, WARNING...
  • Page 8 You must be familiar with the procedure to drop weights in case of an emergency ascent. Practice this procedure prior to your first WARNING use of your Besea in a perfectly safe environment, i.e. in confined water which is not deeper than 3 meters. Modifications of the product beyond what is described in this manual are prohibited.

  • Page 9: Nitrox Safety Regulations

    NITROX SAFETY REGULATIONS Besea Wings are not oxygen cleaned directly from the box. Prior to use with anything else than air according WARNING to EN 12021 having an oxygen content in excess of 22% oxygen, the inflator and feeding hose must be cleaned and serviced for oxygen use.

  • Page 10: Definitions/Abbreviations

    DEFINITIONS/ABBREVIATIONS OptiFit Besea comes in a wide range of sizes, but is only one product. This product can be adapted for an optimized fit for any body. Instead of ”one-size-fits-all”, which often mean one size doesn’t fit anyone very well, we have “one-product-to-be-optimized- to-fit-all”.

  • Page 11: Ventomesh Tm

    VentoMesh To make Besea comfortable, robust and easy to dry and clean we had to invent a new combination of materials. This combination is called VentoMesh consists of a polymer mesh which is laminated onto ® Lycra . All inside panels on Besea which can come in contact directly with your body or suit is covered with this combination, called VentoMesh .
  • Page 12 DCS. The correct ClamRetract™ forces are developed and tested carefully by Poseidon, authorized independent laboratories, and test divers under safe conditions. Unauthorised adjustment of retraction cord can reduce the WARNING maximum possible lift capacity and is strongly prohibited.

  • Page 13: Easygrip Tm

    EasyGrip EasyGrip™ handles are developed and tested to be easy and quick to use also wearing thick gloves. Sufficient size, simple geometry, and robust material is the key to a safe function. EasyGrip™ handles ensures the safe operation of the integrated weight pockets. SprintRelease This is a system used for the weight pockets and the way they are released.

  • Page 14: Mdv

    Manual Deflation Valve. A manually operated valve which permits deflation of the BCD. This includes the APRV:s (see below), the shoulder valve of the inflator when applicable, and the oral inflation/deflation button on the inflator. The corresponding term in EN 1809:1997 is MDD (Manual Deflation Device). APRV Automatic Pressure Relief Valve.

  • Page 15: Product Descriptions

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS There are currently four main product models in the Besea family. Besea W40 Besea W50 Besea W100 Besea D100 The Besea system is versatile due to its modular structure, and all models consist of a harness and a wing. The harness can be used separately, and any wing can be used with any of the two harnesses.

  • Page 16: Harness Besea Advanced

    one over the shoulder. It has already itself found its correct posi- tion and all you need to do is to lock the quick release buckle. This feature is especially efficient under the surface while donning and doffing. No more searching for loose bands behind your back while performing the previously so troublesome don/doff proce- dure in the sea.

  • Page 17: Wing Besea W40

    W40 comes with a standard work horse inflator, which has proven its ability over the years with Poseidon. W40 can be attached to either harness. The inner bladder is made of laminated PA/PE sandwiched TPU.

  • Page 18: Wing Besea W50

    Wing Besea W50 W50 is a sport-wing made for both beginners and for more experienced divers. The material used is 1000 Denier Ballistic, partly backed for increased puncture resistance and a more effective retracted shape. Equipped with ClamRetract™ it gives the bladder superior deflation capabilities as well as a great volume increase.

  • Page 19: Wing Besea W100/D100

    Wing Besea W100/D100 For diving when heavy equipment is brought, the increased volume of the W100 or D100 makes either of them the correct choice. The lift capacity of W100 and D100 is 353 N and is made for a diver and equipment with a negative weight in water that does not in total exceed 32 kg.

  • Page 20: Size Adjustment

    SIZE ADJUSTMENT There are two independent adjustments that shall be done for adjusting the Besea to fit you perfectly. Using the SpineAdjust™ to adjust the length of the back of the harness according to the length of your back, and adjusting the waist belt. Use chart below.

  • Page 21: Cylinder Mounting

    CYLINDER MOUNTING Besea Besea Besea W40 Besea W50 W100 D100 Item no. 000-60 000-55 000-54 000-56 Max cylin- der volume, 22 litre 22 litre 22 litre 22 litre single, steel, 1342 cu.in 1342 cu.in 1342 cu.in 1342 cu.in 232 bar/3365 Max cylin- der volume, 12 litre...

  • Page 22: Using Tank Bands

    The use of home made pin-bolt attachment systems may damage WARNING your harness. Such damages will not be covered by Poseidon’s warranty terms. USER MANUAL :: ENGLISH...

  • Page 23: Donning

    DONNING If a wing is used with the harness, connect the quick connector of the inflator feed hose to the inflator mechanism. Ensure you have adjusted the Besea size to fit perfectly (see section size adjustment). Undo waistbelt buckle, crotchstrap buckle and one shoulderstrap buckle.

  • Page 24: Diving

    Check that your Besea is free from visible damages, such as e.g. cuts, punctures, frayed seams, excessive abrasion, and loose/ missing hardware. Open your cylinder valve. Check the correct operation of the inflator mechanism by press- ing the inflation button to inflate the bladder, check for leakages, and then shortly press the deflation button.
  • Page 25 Be aware that the mesh at the bottom of the wing needed for effective draining of water, do expose an WARNING increased risk for bladder puncture. Make sure to pro- tect this from coming in contact with sharp objects. Buoyancy compensating is achieved by inflating and deflating the BESEA bladder.

  • Page 26: After Dive

    AFTER DIVE After finishing your dive start with undoing your weight belt. Then undo in the following order crotch strap, waist belt, and one shoulder strap. Let a buddy help you to lift off your Besea and your cylinders and put it lying on the ground or on the deck. It is strongly recommended to use the carrying handle for transportation/carrying of the Besea, still having the cylinders attached.

  • Page 27: Accessories

    Do not rest heavy objects on the BC. Expected lifetime for inside PU bladder is 10 years, but can vary depending on usage. Poseidon recommends replacing the bladder after maximum 10 years from the date of manufacture, or earlier depending on condition and usage.

  • Page 28: Accessory Pocket

    Accessory pocket TwistLock™ together with the 40cc system™ ensures the pocket is located where you want it. Simply twist the pocket 90º and you can hold it in your hand. The pocket is equipped with a small D-ring so that you can secure the pocket to the harness with a lanyard or a yo-yo, to prevent you from dropping it.

  • Page 29: Weightpocket Besea Qr

    Weightpocket Besea QR The quick release weight pocket system features a unique attachment system, which is perfectly reliable over time and above all, ensures that weight will be detached from you being in any position/attitude when you pull the handles. It is securely connected to your Besea and can carry the maximum amount of weight without any risk of separation, yet a tuned pull of the handles will release the weights.

  • Page 30: Pinbolt Kit Butterfly

    Pinbolt kit Butterfly The Pinbolt kit Butterfly has the same features as the Pinbolt kit 001-19 plus the fact that the attachment points to the cylinders can be chosen to be on any location between the cylinders thanks to the butterfly washers. Another advantage with the butterfly washers is that it becomes easy to detach the cylinders using the wing nut when e.g.

  • Page 31: Miscellaneous

    MISCELLANEOUS Buoyancy control / Adjusting the amount of ballast weight Ensuring the wing has sufficient lift capacity and that the amount of ballast weight is correctly chosen shall be performed in confined water. Consult your SCUBA instructor for additional help in setting up your equipment and weight.
  • Page 32 Piece of equipment A) Sinking B) Floating Typical figures Cylinder* +0.4 to +15 kg Steel backplate +2 to +4 kg Canister 0 to +3 kg Torch -0.5 to +0.5 kg Tools 0 to +4 kg Ballast weights 0 to +16 kg The human body -2 to +2 kg Drysuit...
  • Page 33 2x12 2x10 Faber, 232 bar, steel volume (l) Submerged weight (kg) Faber, 200 bar, steel volume (l) Submerged weight (kg) USER MANUAL :: ENGLISH BESEA :: 33...

  • Page 34: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA General Besea W40 Besea W50 Besea W100 Besea D100 Item no. 000-60 000-55 000-54 000-56 Max cylinder vol- 22 litre 22 litre 22 litre 22 litre ume, single, steel, 1342 cu.in 1342 cu.in 1342 cu.in 1342 cu.in 232 bar/3365 psi Max cylinder vol- 12 litre 12 litre...
  • Page 35 Fabric material 600 Denier Ballistic 1000 Denier 1000 Denier 1000 Denier Ballistic Ballistic Ballistic Approved gasses Air acc. to EN 12021 up to Nitrox 40% (EAN 40) EN 250:2000 EN 1809:1997 Approved div- 200m 200m 200m 200m ing depth (see 656 ft 656 ft 656 ft...
  • Page 36 Maximum carrying 980 N 980 N 980 N 980 N load harness 100 kg-f 100 kg-f 100 kg-f 100 kg-f 220 lb-f 220 lb-f 220 lb-f 220 lb-f Number of tank- bands Quick release 2 ITW WSR 2 ITW WSR 2 ITW WSR 2 ITW WSR buckles...
  • Page 37 Time to establish <15 sec <15 sec <15 sec <15 sec full buoyancy Time to reach 10% <13 sec <13 sec <13 sec <13 sec buoyancy, dump Material bladder Laminated PA/PE Laminated PA/PE Laminated PA/PE Laminated PA/PE Sandwich TPU Sandwich TPU Sandwich TPU Sandwich TPU Inflator type...
  • Page 38 Crotch strap Accessory Included Included Included Besea Item no 000-19 000-19 000-19 000-19 Material Nylon Nylon Nylon Nylon Width 25.4 mm 25.4 mm 25.4 mm 25.4 mm 1 in. 1 in. 1 in. 1 in. Tow ring included Tank band Besea Accessory Included Included...
  • Page 39 Max negative 0.5 kg 0.5 kg 0.5 kg buoyancy contents 1.1 lbs 1.1 lbs 1.1 lbs D-ring kit Besea Accessory Accessory Accessory Accessory Item no 000-53 000-53 000-53 000-53 Material AISI 316 AISI 316 AISI 316 AISI 316 Maximum load 2000 N 2000 N 2000 N...

  • Page 40: Markings

    MARKINGS 1. CE Poseidon guarantees that the product is in compliance with the requirements, and that Poseidon fulfils its obligations, of the PPE Directive 89/686/EEC. The directive can be obtained through the web at www.newapproach.org 2. EN 1809, EN 250...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Effect Examine Reason Action Bubbles are coming Is the nut tightened? Loose valve nut Check all valve nuts. Tighten from the inflator or firm by hand if necessary. APRV/wing joint! Do the bubbles remain Internal leakage Immediately terminate your after tightening? dive and ascent.
  • Page 42 It is impossible to fill Is the feed hose con- Disconnected Connect the bladder! nected to the 1:st stage? Is the feed hose con- Disconnected Connect nected to the inflator? Is the cylinder valve Unopened Open opened? Is the feed button stuck Feed button either frozen or Terminate your dive and and impossible to oper-...

  • Page 43: Servicing

    The Besea should be inspected yearly by one of POSEIDON´s authorised service locations. Look for the POSEIDON Authorised Dealer sign. Inspection does not include a service overhaul, which only takes place if damages or malfunctions are discovered when inspected.
  • Page 44 T E R R E M A I N S T H E O C E A N S ” POSEIDON DIVING SYSTEMS Box 8050 : S-421 08 Västra Frölunda : SWEDEN t. +46 (0)31 7342900 : f. +46 (0)31 7342901 www.poseidon.se...

This manual is also suitable for:

Besea w40Besea d100Besea w50Besea w100

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