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Aqua Lung Calypso User Manual

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Rev 12/10

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  • Page 1 Calypso Military Buoyancy Compensator User's Manual Rev 12/10...
  • Page 2 This owner’s manual is copyrighted, all rights reserved. It may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Aqua Lung America, Inc. ©2010 Aqua Lung International Calypso Military Buoyancy Compensator User’s Manual p/N 18202...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ............11 7. Calypso pre-dive Checklist ..........12 8. Calypso post-dive Checklist ..........13 9. Warranty Information ............14 10.1 Aqua Lung Two Year Limited Warranty™ ......14 10.2 Restrictions ................14 10. Annual Inspection and Service Record ......15 Calypso Military BC exploded View .........16 Notes...

  • Page 4: General Precautions And Warnings

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL 1. General precautions & Warnings WARNING: Before using this buoyancy compensator, you must have successfully received training and certification in the tech- nique of SCUBA diving from a Military or government operated diving school (or any recognized certification agency). Use of this equipment by a person who is not certified by a recognized agency shall render all warranties, express or implied, null and void.
  • Page 5 If you have any questions regarding your Buoyancy Compensator or these instructions, contact Aqua Lung at (760) 597-5000...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL 2. INTROdUCTION The Calypso BC is specifically designed for military use with open circuit breathing apparatus. The distribution of the buoyancy chamber provides excellent safety performance, either during buoyant ascent (vertical stabil- ity) or at the surface (natural support position with head and shoulders out of the water).

  • Page 7: Preparation And Setup

    HP and MP ports which are the same size (3/8"). All Aqua Lung regulators have a high pressure port that is clearly marked "HP", with a small, restrictive hole that is visible when the port plug is removed. If your regulator has all 3/8"...

  • Page 8: Connecting The Mp Hose To The First Stage

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL 3.2 Connecting the MP Hose to the First Stage Disconnect the inflator hose from the quick disconnect (QD) fitting and set the hose to the side. Use an appropriate size wrench or hex key, remove the port plug from a medium pressure port that is located to the left of the port used for the primary second stage.

  • Page 9: Co2 Inflation

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL WARNING: DO NOT rely on the power inflator as the only means to inflate your BC. It is important to maintain proficiency in the skill of orally inflating your BC so that you are prepared for an emergency, such as an out of air situation.

  • Page 10: Deflation Via The Rapid Exhaust Valve (Rev)

    This type of damage is not repairable, and is not covered under the terms and condi- tions of the Aqua Lung Two year Limited Warranty™. NOTE: Most training agencies recommend that you descend in an up- right, feet first position, in order to maintain a slower and more controlled descent.

  • Page 11: Donning And Adjustment

    6. dONNING ANd AdJUSTMeNT Adjust the crotch strap (A) as needed to fit using the three bar slide (B). Place the Calypso BC over your head and down on your shoulders. Bring the free end of the crotch strap between your...

  • Page 12: Calypso Pre-Dive Checklist

    ______ 4.Fully inflate the Calypso until the over pressure relief valve (OPRV opens. Manually operate the OPRV by pulling on the attached ball and cord. Fully inflate the Calypso, once again until the OPRV opens. Ensure that it opens to relieve excess pressure, yet immediately closes to allow the bladder to remain taut and fully inflated.

  • Page 13: Calypso Post-Dive Checklist

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL 8. CALypSO pOST-dIVe CheCkLIST diver Name_____________________________ date_____________ Calypso Number_________ CAUTION: Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and extreme heat. Nylon fabric may quickly fade when exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays, and extreme heat may damage the welded seams of the BC bladder.

  • Page 14: Warranty Information

    This limited warranty is extended only to the original purchaser for purchases made from an authorized Aqua Lung dealer and is not transferable. This war- ranty is limited to repair or replacement only at the discretion of Aqua Lung America, Inc.

  • Page 15: Annual Inspection And Service Record

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL 10. Annual Inspection and Service Record Serial Number ___________________________ purchase date ___________________________ Calypso Number _________________________ Observations Stamp date Technician Name...

  • Page 16: Calypso Military Bc Exploded View

    6 ------ 13220 Cartridge, CO2, 38 Gram 7 ------ 42754 Dump Valve Conv Kit, ACME, 32.00, Univ. 8 ------ 4394051 Outer Bag Only, Calypso, Military, Packaged 9 ------ 394052 Bladder, Calypso, Military, Packaged 10 ----- 42746 Airway Complete, Powerline 11 ----- 12219...

  • Page 17: Notes

    CALYPSO BC USER'S MANUAL NOTeS...
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  • Page 20 Calypso Military Buoyancy Compensator User's Manual 2340 Cousteau Court • Vista, CA 92081 Phone (760) 597-5000 • Fax (760) 597-4900 www.aqualung.com/militaryandprofessional ©2010 Aqua Lung International PN 18202 Rev. 12/10...

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