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  • Page 1 NEPTUNE III PACKAGE OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    11 - AFTER DIVING/ POST DIVE PROCEDURES 12 - ASSEMBLY THE DOFFING HANDLE 13 - MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, DISINFECTION AND STORAGE 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING - emergency procedure 15 - SPARE PARTS 16 - WARRANTY NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    OCEAN REEF has been able to turn dreams into reality in the underwater world. The Neptune III package meets formed by the Neptune III mask, the first stage SL 35TX, the Octopus, the manometer and the hoses must be used for underwater diving and maintained in accordance with the instructions reported in this manual related to the use, the limitations and the maintenance.

  • Page 4: Glossary

    2 - GLOSSARY FIRST STAGE Color - part Additional notes HP PORT 2 in total (1 on each side) LP PORT 4 in total (2 on each side) ANTIFREEZE COVER OCTOPUS PRESSURE GAUGE NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...
  • Page 5 NEPTUNE III NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 6: Certification And Eu Marking

    CE is the marking indicating the conformity to health and safety requirements of European Regulation 2016/425 and to the EN250:2014 standard. • A > 10 °C indicates that the Neptune III Package conforms to Annex B of the EN250:2014 standard and it must be used at temperature > 10 °C •...

  • Page 7: General Warnings / Owner's And User Responsibilities

    This instruction manual does not replace a diving course OCEAN REEF highly recommends that you practice in a pool before using your mask in open water. Carefully read this instruction manual before use, and keep it for future reference.
  • Page 8 Before using the NEPTUNE III Package, the user must ensure that every component has been properly inspected and maintained. (see Chapter 12 Maintenance). Do not modify or alter in any way the Package consisting of the Neptune III mask + first stage + octopus + pressure gauge + hoses.

  • Page 9: Warnings /Reminders Before The Dive

    If you use quick connection hose always pressurize the Neptune III gradually by opening the cylinder valve slowly, when opening the cylinder valve the second stage purge button should be slightly pressed, so that the second stage valve is open.

  • Page 10: Nitrox

    6 - NITROX Neptune III is not CE certified to be used with NITROX! SL35TX 1st stage can’t be used with NITROX. Always use NITROX compatible 1st stages when NITROX is required. The Neptune III mask can be used with NITROX mixes up to 40% O .
  • Page 11 Second stage regulators, pressure gauges, consoles and other accessories used in combination with Nitrox first stage regulators must also be compatible with the use of Nitrox mixes. Maintenance on regulators that use Nitrox must be performed every 100 dives or at least annually. NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 12: Find Your Mask (Idm) Size

    7 - FIND YOUR MASK (IDM) SIZE The Neptune III is available in two sizes, Small/Medium and Medium/Large. The illustration of the mask measuring chart is not to scale It is essential to choose a suitable size You can choose between size S/M (for adults with thin faces, women and children over 12 years old) and size L/XL (for an adult male, or larger faces).

  • Page 13: Neptune Iii Package

    The Neptune III is equipped with a patented internal device to close the nostrils and allow underwater equalization. By loosening the screw it is possible to move the plate up and down to find the most comfortable position to equalize.

  • Page 14: First Stage Sl 35 Tx

    8.2 First Stage SL 35 TX FIRST STAGE TUTORIAL The Neptune III should be used with this high performance, balanced diaphragm 1st stage with anti-freeze kit. The first stage has adjustable medium pressure and is made of brass with a satin finish body, stainless steel piston, Teflon seat, and stainless steel spring.

  • Page 15: Pressure Gauge

    Octopus hose into the open port and tighten by hand using a 14mm wrench without using excessive force NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 16: Before Diving

    Open the cylinder valve while watching the pressure gauge. Check that the needle does not rise by more than 10 bar (145 psi). If leakage is greater than the specified value, the equipment must be repaired by an OCEANREEF certified service technician. NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...
  • Page 17 Pull the head harness straps out as far as possible extending the head harness straps. Don the NEPTUNE III mask by grasping the lower two head harness straps and pulling the head harness over your head. (Make sure cylinder is open and/or SAV is open or communication port is open to allow air in).
  • Page 18 Some neoprene hoods compress with increased depth. In those cases, readjusting the head harness straps will be necessary. Failure to do so may result in high CO levels which will increase the breathing rate, cause panic, and may even lead to fatal accident. NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 19: During A Dive

    The dive should be planned with the intention of not using a reasonable reserve of air for emergency use. The minimum recommended pressure that should be left in the cylinders upon dive completion is usually 50 bars (725 psi). NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 20: After Diving/ Post Dive Procedures

    11 - AFTER DIVING/ POST DIVE PROCEDURES DOFFING THE NEPTUNE III AFTER USE There are two ways in which it is possible to doff the Neptune III: Through the use of the quick release system How to and Tutorials Through the use of the handle, very useful and suitable for removal with one hand.
  • Page 21 If you accidentally press the purge button during the rinsing procedures, then attach the regulator to the tank and press the purge button for 10-15 seconds to purge any water or debris from regulator. NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 22: Assembly The Doffing Handle

    There must be no space between the two parts of positioned securely (don and doff the mask a few the cover. times). NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

  • Page 23: Maintenance, Cleaning, Disinfection And Storage

    13.1 MAINTENANCE, CLEANING, DISINFECTION The Neptune III Package will work perfectly if the periodic program of maintenance, cleaning and disinfection collected in table 5 is applied during its whole life from the first use. General and visual inspection are related to the check that all the components and parts are not damaged, without any wear and tear.
  • Page 24 13.2 STORAGE All the components belonging to the Neptune III Package should be stored in a ventilated environment preferably between -10 °C (14 °F) and +50 °C (122 °F), avoiding the direct action of sunlight, pollution, dirt, etc. For both storage and transportation the use of the original carrying backpack is suggested.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting - Emergency Procedure

    1st stage intermediate pressure higher than 138 → 142 psi / 9.5 → 9.8 bar. * OCEAN REEF recommends that the regulator be serviced at least once a year, or after 100 dives. This should only be performed by an authorized OCEAN REEF service centre which uses original spare parts.

  • Page 26: Spare Parts

    Bushing cover for extender frame OR002556 Mask Stop ball for extender frame OR002563 Mask Left bridge for extender frame OR002557 Mask Right bridge for extender frame OR002558 Mask Left neutral for extender frame OR002559 Mask NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...
  • Page 27 Table 6: List of spare parts The above-listed parts can be replaced by the user. All the other spare parts of the Neptune III Package that are not indicated in this list, must be managed by an authorized service centre for their replacement or servicing.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    16 - WARRANTY The OCEAN REEF Neptune III Package is guaranteed to be free of material or manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months from the time the unit is purchased, except the Neptune III IDM that has a limited lifetime warranty (check specific card for professional line products).
  • Page 29 NOTES: NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...
  • Page 30 NOTES: NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...
  • Page 31 NOTES: NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...
  • Page 32 2510 Island View Way Via Arvigo 2, 16010 Genova (Italia) Vista, CA 92081 Phone +39 010 7082011 Phone +1 760 744 9430 E-mail: infoitaly@oceanreefgroup.com Fax +1 760 744 9525 E-mail: operator@oceanreefgroup.com diving.oceanreefgroup.com oceanreefgroup.com NEPTUNE III Package Owner’s Manual rel. 1.0...

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