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DIVING UNLIMITED INTERNATIONAL
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WEIGHT &
TRIM III
Owner's Manual
Designed in the USA for divers around the world.

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  • Page 1 ® DIVING UNLIMITED INTERNATIONAL WEIGHT & TRIM III Owner’s Manual Designed in the USA for divers around the world.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    BC and tank making it easier to pick up, put on, remove and change tanks between dives. Bottom line - the DUI Weight & III Trim System is just a more comfortable way to dive! The DUI Weight &...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preparing to Dive the Weight & Trim III System ..... . 8-12 The Advantages of a DUI Weight & Trim III System ....8 Loading the Weights .
  • Page 4: Definitions Of Important Words Used In This Manual

    TECHNICAL SUPPORT If any portion of this manual is unclear, or if you are unable to obtain satisfactory answers from your dive store or instructor, contact DUI at: Diving Unlimited International, Inc. 1148 Delevan Drive San Diego, CA 92102-2499 USA...
  • Page 5: Important Safety Information

    SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The Weight & Trim III System is intended for use by certified scuba divers or divers in training under the supervision of a qualified instructor. !! WARNING !! Follow all instructions and heed these safety precautions. Improper use or misuse of your Weight &...
  • Page 6 • This manual is supplied to the original purchaser of the Weight & Trim III System. If you have any questions about the use or maintenance of the Weight & Trim III System, or if you need another copy of this manual, contact DUI: Diving Unlimited International, Inc. 1148 Delevan Drive...
  • Page 7: Sizing & Fit

    SIZING & FIT SIZING The Weight & Trim III System consists of a harness assembly and two removable weight pockets. For a proper fit the Weight & Trim III System comes in three sizes. The following table can assist in selecting the correct size. CHECKING THE FIT Load weights into the Weight &...
  • Page 8: Bc Version

    SIZING & FIT placing your thumb at the top edge of the hipbone on each side. The top edge of the weight pocket assembly should be even with the thumb. See Fig- ure 2. After a few dives, you may find that having the weight pockets higher or lower than this point to be more comfortable for you and provide you with better trim (position) in the water.
  • Page 9: Preparing To Dive The Weight & Trim Iii System

    Weight Distribution: Although weight integrated BC’s are popular, many do not allow you to wear all of the weight comfortably. You can use the DUI Weight & Trim III System to divide up your weight between your weight integrated BC to make your equipment easier and more comfortable to handle.
  • Page 10: Loading The Weights

    ! CAUTION ! Using the DUI Weight & Trim III System with more than 40 pounds can put additional wear and tear on your System. DUI recommends a maximum weight of 40 pounds to be worn in the DUI Weight &...
  • Page 11: Inspecting The Weight & Trim Iii System Prior To Use

    PREPARATION INSPECTING THE WEIGHT & TRIM III SYSTEM PRIOR TO USE Always take the time to carefully inspect your Weight & Trim III System prior to each dive. Inspect the following items: 1. Test the weight release mechanism on each side for proper operation. They should not be worn or broken.
  • Page 12: Putting On The Weight & Trim Iii System

    PREPARATION PUTTING ON THE WEIGHT & TRIM III SYSTEM - HARNESS • To don the Weight & Trim III System by yourself, first check to be sure that all of the weight pockets are properly closed. If the pockets are not closed correctly, weights could fall out of the pocket and possibly damage your equipment or injure other divers around you.
  • Page 13: Removing The Weight & Trim Iii System

    PREPARATION The release handles on the Weight & Trim III System are made to accommodate large hands wearing thick gloves. Given this, it is possible for a diver to incorrectly pass the ends of the waist belt through the loops to “wire” the belt in a condition where the weight pockets can only be released with great difficulty.
  • Page 14: Diving With The Weight & Trim Iii System

    ! CAUTION ! DUI advises against cross-releasing a weight pocket unless it is absolutely necessary such as in an emergency. DROPPING YOUR WEIGHTS IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION In certain diving emergency situations it may become necessary to drop all or part of your weights to achieve positive buoyancy.
  • Page 15: How To Release The Weights

    Since each diving emergency occurs under a differ- ent set of circumstances and all divers have varying degrees of experience, DUI cannot advise you when to drop all weights and when to drop half of the weights.
  • Page 16: Maintenance Of Your Weight & Trim Iii System

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WEIGHT & TRIM III SYSTEM Proper maintenance of your Weight & Trim III System is very important. It is very simple to care for and requires a minimum amount of attention. POST DIVE CARE • Rinse the entire system thoroughly with fresh water. •...
  • Page 17: Deterioration Of Hook And Pile Fastener

    MAINTENANCE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY WITHOUT POCKETS Pockets have been removed from the above illustrations allowing you to see the docking mechanism • You can change pocket size to fit your needs and ability. • The pockets should be changed if damaged in anyway, ripped, torn, Velcro not functioning properly, etc.
  • Page 18: Warranty

    DIVING UNLIMITED INTERNATIONAL, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY DUI warrants that your DUI Weight & Trim III System will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase with proof of purchase.
  • Page 19: Responsible Diver Code

    RESPONSIBLE DIVER CODE ARE YOU A RESPONSIBLE DIVER? RESPONSIBLE DIVER CODE As a responsible diver, I understand and assume all the risks I may encounter while diving. My responsible Diving Duties include: 1. Diving within the limits of my ability and training. As a responsible Diver, I understand...
  • Page 20 RESPONSIBLE DIVER CODE 3. Being familiar with and checking my equipment before and during every dive As a Responsible Diver, I understand... • That simply owning my equipment does not give me the knowledge and abil- ity to dive safely. •...
  • Page 21 RESPONSIBLE DIVER CODE 5. Accepting the responsibility for my own safety on every dive. As a Responsible Diver, I know... • The importance of maintaining good mental and physical fitness for diving. • I must not dive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. •...
  • Page 22 Diving Unlimited International, Inc. 1148 Delevan Drive San Diego, CA 92102-2499 USA 800-325-8439 ~ 619-236-1203 619-237-0378 Fax Support@DiveDUI.com www.DiveDUI.com UNCONTROLLED IF PRINTED QSP-711-99-1 20190815...

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