DTD STREAM Series Manual

Buoyancy compensators STREAM, CUB,
STREAM RING and RING

Definition of Terms

Buoyancy compensator – a device for adjusting buoyancy that
is comprised of a wing and a backplate.
Wing – a part of the buoyancy compensator comprised of a bladder
inflation mechanism, and safety valve.
Backplate – usually a stainless steel, aluminium or plastic plate
equipped with harness, D-rings, and other parts designed to carry
the main cylinders.

Introduction

Before using the compensator, read the instructions thoroughly. Incorrect us-
age, maintenance, or damage to the compensator may render the warranty
void, and may also result in a dangerous situation, injury or death.
Use the compensator only for the purposes for which it is designed. The
STREAM Series compensators are designed for diving with double cylinders.
The CUB/RING Series Compensators are for diving with single cylinders.
Make sure you always use a compensator of the appropriate size. A compen-
sator that is too big can cause problems during deflation. One that is too small
might not provide sufficient buoyancy. The maximum recommended size of
cylinders to be used with the wing is written on a label on the wing, and in the
Compensator Description.
compensator – single cylinder
The buoyancy compensator is not a life preserver. It does not maintain the
diver in a face-up position. It is not designed to maintain the diver's face above
the surface should he become unconscious or immobile. For this reason, it is
important to follow the rules of safe diving, and always dive with a companion.
Do not inhale from your compensator. The inner bladder can be dirty, or contain
contaminated air that could cause serious health problems.
Do not inflate the compensator to the maximum. This will shorten its lifespan. A
failure of the safety valve may result in damage to the compensator, and injury
to the diver.
Before each dive, it is critical to go through all safety procedures in order to
detect possible damage to the compensator. A good instructor can acquaint you
with these procedures.
Service and repair of the compensator must be provided only by factory trained
personnel. Unauthorised service not only voids the warranty, but may also en-
danger the health and life of the user.
If you do not have sufficient experience in diving with this type of compensator,
go through appropriate training, and then test the compensator in the controlled
environment of a swimming pool or shallow water.
Warning: The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage or in-
jury to a user of the buoyancy compensator that is caused by incor-
rect usage or inappropriate adjustment that affects its functioning.
compensator – double cylinders