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- Page 1 N E O P R EN E DRY SUIT M ANUAL...
- Page 2 Thank you for the purchase of your new Northern Diver neoprene drysuit. You have joined countless divers around the world - sport, technical, commercial and military - who use and trust our equipment. Within this manual you will find information on additional products, such as thermal protection, which you can use to configure your own ultimate drysuit system.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
What’s Included With My Drysuit? ....... . 22 Contact Northern Diver... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of a high quality Northern Diver neoprene drysuit. These products will open a new world of comfort and security in your diving adventures. Drysuit diving demands specific techniques and training beyond those required for wetsuit diving. If you have not dived in a drysuit before, we strongly recommend you contact a local instructor for education and practice using your new drysuit under controlled conditions. -
Page 5: Key Neoprene Specifications
VTÚPV Víta Nejedlého 691 682 01 Vyškov Czech Republic The EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on the Northern Diver (Int) Ltd product pages in the download section, please visit our website: www.ndiver-commercial.com/trilaminate-suits WARNING NEVER DEPEND ON ANY DRYSUIT AS YOUR SOLE SOURCE OF FLOTATION AND BUOYANCY CONTROL. -
Page 6: Drysuit Zip Information
Drysuit Zip Information Your drysuit will be fitted with a BDM metal dry zip. The zip teeth must be kept clean to operate properly for long product life. Your drysuit zip is situated either horizontally across the shoulders (rear entry), or diagonal on the front section of the torso (front entry). -
Page 7: Bdm Metal Drysuit Zip
If too much force is applied, which can be caused by lack of lubrication, this can make the zip difficult to close. Contact Northern Diver | +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 | info@ndiver.com | www.ndiver.com... -
Page 8: Latex/Neoprene Neck & Wrist Seals
Maintenance/How To Adjust: Drysuit Seals Latex / Neoprene Neck & Wrist Seals Some models of Northern Diver drysuits are fitted with flexible latex neck and wrist seals for watertight integrity. Trimming latex seals to fit Latex seals have concentric raised ridges functioning as cutting guides to assist you to accurately trim the seals to fit. -
Page 9: What Is A Latex Allergy
Having fins that are too small to wear properly will result in foot cramps and lost fins, both potentially dangerous situations. Contact Northern Diver | +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 | info@ndiver.com | www.ndiver.com... -
Page 10: Donning The Drysuit
First remove your watch as it could tear wrist seals, lay the suit out flat and do a quick overall inspection to ensure it is in good order. Dust the inside of the latex seals with Northern Diver Talc or lubricate the neoprene seals using Northern Diver Drysuit Seal Lubricant (supplied in the maintenance kit). -
Page 11: Removing The Drysuit
Whilst pulling up the neck seal whilst it is still duck your head down into the neck inverted. This will damage the seal. seal. Contact Northern Diver | +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 | info@ndiver.com | www.ndiver.com... -
Page 12: Removing Neoprene Neck And Wrist Seals
Removing Neoprene Neck & Wrist Seals 3. Gently pull the seal up over 4. Neck seal is now removed in your head in one continuous swift the best way possible to avoid any motion. You must try not to panic, if damage. -
Page 13: Applications For Use
After EVERY dive, complete all the pre-dive checks listed above, and inspect suit for any possible new damage. Repair any damage immediately, or take the suit to Northern Diver for repair. Contact Northern Diver | +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 | info@ndiver.com | www.ndiver.com... -
Page 14: Inspection Intervals
Warnings Of Diving Risks When you have finished diving for the day, thoroughly rinse the outside of the drysuit with fresh clean water to remove any dirt, sand or salt. Any stubborn stains can be removed by rubbing the area gently with soapy water. Clean seals with fresh water. -
Page 15: Loss Of Thermal Insulation At Depth
Some exposure can still result. Be sure to determine you are free from neoprene allergy before purchasing any neoprene product. Contact Northern Diver | +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 | info@ndiver.com | www.ndiver.com... -
Page 16: Trouble Shooting
Troubleshooting & Suit Testing NOTE: A properly functioning drysuit is a closed environment and a certain amount of condensation on the inside of the suit is natural. Divers exerting a lot of energy or spending time above water on a warm day with the suit closed will notice this more. -
Page 17: Repairing A Leak
Northern Diver. In some cases if your suit is dry we can repair it immediately if you call to see us. -
Page 18: Emergency Procedures
Emergency Procedures Diving should never be undertaken without adequate training under qualified supervision. We offer some suggestions for rectifying problems here, but this is merely scratching the surface and may not be suitable for any particular situation. Remember, training in a safe environment with a suitably qualified instructor is essential. -
Page 19: Drysuit Becomes Flooded
4. Diving in conditions that contain chemical, biological or nuclear contaminants is extremely hazardous and should NOT be attempted without being specially trained and equipped. In most cases, the Northern Diver drysuit you have purchased has NOT been adapted for use in polluted or abnormal conditions and is therefore NOT covered under warranty. -
Page 20: Maintenance, Repair & Modification
Keep copper away from the latex seals. Drysuits are best stored on the Northern Diver Multi Purpose Hanger (see page 27) that hangs the suit upside down by the feet with the zip closed. Additional advice may be found in specific sections above. -
Page 21: Cleaning, Disinfection, Decontamination & Drysuit Storage Safe Disposal, Suit Labels & Drysuit Details
Your Drysuit Details Please note your drysuit details for future reference. Drysuit serial number Date of purchase Colour(s) Drysuit type Suit Size Boot size Notes Contact Northern Diver | +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 | info@ndiver.com | www.ndiver.com... -
Page 22: What's Included With My Drysuit
Suit Seal - Used for repairs to holes and tears in drysuits and for use when sealing the Northern Diver Dry Glove Ring System to neoprene cuffs. Supplied in 21g tube. NDiver Drysuit Manual | East Quarry, Appley Lane North, Appley Bridge, Wigan, WN6 9AE, UK... - Page 23 Supplied with colours/artwork to match the relevant drysuit. Packaging All Northern Diver packaging is supplied from sustainable sources wherever possible. Drysuit & undersuit boxes have been redesigned to be more robust and take up as little space as possible.
- Page 24 HEAD OFFICE Northern Diver International Ltd East Quarry Appley Lane North Appley Bridge Wigan Lancashire WN6 9AE PHONE +44 (0) 1257 25 44 44 EMAIL info@ndiver.com VISIT www.ndiver.com...
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