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Aqua Lung BC1760101UV User Manual

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Rapid Diver
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13 December 2022 Rev. 1

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  • Page 1 Rapid Diver User's Manual 13 December 2022 Rev. 1...
  • Page 2 Manufacturer Aqua Lung America 2105 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (USA) EU Importer Aqua Lung Trading (Aqua Lung Logistics), 1ère avenue 14ème rue BP 148 06513 Carros Cedex (France) UK Importer Aqualung UK Distribution, Neptune Way, Blackburn, Lancashire, England. BB1 2BT...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS General Precautions and Warnings ............4 Product Description ..................6 Rapid Diver Component Identification ..............6 Preparation and Setup .................. 7 Front Mount Assembly ....................7 Rear Mount Assembly ....................9 Threading the Cam Buckle ..................11 Securing the Band to the Cylinder ................. 12 Donning and Adjustment Procedures ............13 Attaching the MP Hose to the First Stage ............

  • Page 4: General Precautions And Warnings

    GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS CE Conformity – This BC conforms to EN1809:2014/A1:2016 under Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and REGULATION 2016/425 on personal protective equipment. It was controlled by ITALCERT, Notified Body n°0426, Viale Sarca 336 –...
  • Page 5 WARNING: This is NOT a life jacket or a rescue device: It does not guarantee a head up position of the wearer at the surface. It is not designed to provide face-up flotation in all situations; therefore it does not meet regulations for a life preserver or personal flotation device (PFD).

  • Page 6: Product Description

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Rapid Diver is the next generation of BCDs for all your public safety missions. It has enhanced MOLLE strap system with additional strap areas for accessories. The horizontally attachment of the front cylinder will create a more streamlined position and allows you a greater motion in the water.

  • Page 7: Preparation And Setup

    PREPARATION AND SETUP Front Mount Assembly A cylinder can be attached horizontally to the front cylinder mount on the BC (Fig. 1). This will create a more streamlined position and allows for greater range of motion in the water. 1. Place the BC on a flat surface with the front cylinder mount face-up (Fig.
  • Page 8 3. The procedure for weaving the cylinder band through the cam buckle is covered in Threading the Cam-Buckle section of this manual. 4. Open the cylinder band buckles and loosen the bands. 5. Insert the cylinder into the bands from the right side.

  • Page 9: Rear Mount Assembly

    Rear Mount Assembly A cylinder can be attached vertically to the soft pack on the rear of the BC (Fig. 6). This configuration allows for larger cylinders to be used when needed. 1. Place the soft pack on a flat surface with the rear cylinder mount face-up (Fig.
  • Page 10 3. The procedure for weaving the cylinder band through the cam buckle is covered in Threading the Cam-Buckle section of this manual. 4. Open the cylinder band buckles and loosen the bands. 5. Slide the cylinder band over the cylinder so the soft pack is at the desired position in relation to the cylinder valve.

  • Page 11: Threading The Cam Buckle

    Threading the Cam Buckle 1. Firmly grasp the metal D-ring with your left hand (Fig. 10). Fig. 10 2. While firmly holding the metal D-ring, rotate buckle back towards the webbing. The buckle should form an angle with the metal D-ring (Fig. 11). Fig.

  • Page 12: Securing The Band To The Cylinder

    Securing the Band to the Cylinder NOTE: Ensure the cam buckles are positioned on the bottom of the cylinder when using a front mount set-up. WARNING: Verify the tension of the cylinder band prior to every dive. Failure to do so may result in the cylinder slipping during the course of a dive.

  • Page 13: Donning And Adjustment Procedures

    DONNING AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES NOTE: The BC can be balanced on the cam buckles for quick access when donning the system in the front mount configuration. To ensure proper performance, make sure your BC is set-up and adjusted as follows (Fig.
  • Page 14 5. Place your arms through the waist straps and grab the outside of the BC. Raise the BC up and place your head through the opening and lower it onto your shoulders (Fig. 18). WARNING: When donning the BC using a larger cylinder in the rear mount configuration, the assistance of a buddy is required to lift the cylinder in order to prevent serious injury.

  • Page 15: Attaching The Mp Hose To The First Stage

    Attaching the MP Hose to the First Stage Aqualung recommends that you bring your buoyancy compensator, together with your regulator, to your Authorized Aqualung Distributor for the installation of the MP inflator hose. If it is not possible to return the BC with your regulator to your Authorized Aqualung Distributor, you may install the MP quick disconnect inflator hose by carefully performing the steps in the following procedure.

  • Page 16: Inflation Methods

    INFLATION METHODS Power Inflation For the power inflator to operate, the medium pressure (MP) inflator hose must be connected. Remove the dust cap on the quick disconnect fitting. Connect the MP hose by gripping the grooved sleeve at the connection fitting (Fig. 22d) with your thumb and forefinger, and slide the sleeve back.

  • Page 17: Deflation Methods

    DEFLATION METHODS Throughout the course of a dive, it will be necessary to release air from the BC using one of the three methods described in the following instructions. Each method uses a valve that is in a different location. The method you choose at any time may depend on whether you are making your initial descent feet first, head first or maintaining neutral buoyancy underwater.

  • Page 18: Deflation (Dump Valve)

    Deflation (Dump Valve) Your BC comes equipped with a dump valve / over pressure relief valve (OPRV) (Fig. 23g). The primary function is to relieve excess air pressure inside the bladder. If the internal pressure exceeds the spring pressure, the OPRV automatically opens to release air, preventing damage to the BC.

  • Page 19: Buoyancy And Cylinder Capabilities

    BUOYANCY AND CYLINDER CAPABILITIES A tag attached to each BC contains specific information regarding the characteristics of your particular model BC, such as buoyancy and cylinder capabilities (Fig. 24). It is important to review this information in order to know the proper cylinder sizes that may be used and to ensure the amount of weight being used does not exceed the buoyancy of the BC.

  • Page 20: Pre-Use Inspection

    PRE-USE INSPECTION Before each use, your BC must be given a thorough visual inspection and functional test. NEVER dive with a BC that shows signs of damage to any of it’s components until it has received a complete inspection and service from an Authorized Aqualung Distributor.

  • Page 21: Post-Use Care And Maintenance

    POST-USE CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and extreme heat. Nylon fabric can quickly fade when exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet rays and extreme heat may damage the welded bladder seams. 2. Avoid repeated or prolonged use in heavily chlorinated water, which can cause the BC fabric to discolor and decay prematurely.

  • Page 22: Inspection And Service

    INSPECTION AND SERVICE 1. It cannot be assumed that the BC is in good working order on the basis that it has received little use since it was last serviced. Remember that prolonged or improper storage can still result in internal corrosion and/or deterioration of o-ring seals and valve springs, as well as bladder seam degradation.

  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Weight 3.8 kg / 8.3 lb Outer Container 1050 Light Ballistic with MOLLE attachments Bladder Heavy duty urethane Powerline inflator with 68.5 cm / 27 inch braided MP Inflator & MP Hose hose (1) rapid exhaust valve on inflator Dump Valves (2) universal dump valves Soft pack with rubber grip pad.
  • Page 24 Rapid Diver User’s Manual Aqua Lung America 2105 Rutherford Road, Carlsbad CA 92008 (USA) www.milproaqualung.com ©2022 Aqualung...

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