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INTERSPIRO Divator MKIII User Manual

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Divator MKIII
User manual
99885I01
2025-01

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Divator MKIII User manual 99885I01 2025-01...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2025 Interspiro This publication contains or refers to proprietary information which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. Interspiro®, Oxydive® and Divator® are registered trademarks belonging to Interspiro. This publication may not be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or converted to any electronic or machinereadable form in whole or in part, without prior written approval...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Divator MKIII Table of Contents Safety terminology and symbols ..................... 5 Introduction ........................... 6 Safety notice ......................... 6 Technical description ...................... 8 Reserve valve ....................... 9 Before use .......................... 11 Visual inspection ......................11 Inspection of the antifreeze caps ................11 Check the reserve valve ..................

  • Page 5: Safety Terminology And Symbols

    Divator MKIII Safety terminology and symbols In this document, the terms WARNING and NOTICE are used to indicate potential hazards. Read the accompanying information carefully and follow the safety instructions. WARNING The WARNING type of hazard statement signifies that there is a risk of serious injury or death.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    • Divator DP1 – Document number 96708 Interspiro is not responsible for: • combinations of products, unless put to market by Interspiro • changes or adaptations made to the product by a third party Declaration of conformity is found here: https://interspiro.com/en-gb/service-support/downloads/certificates-approvals...
  • Page 7 High pressure gas systems must be handled with care. Damage to high pressure gas system components may result in injury or death. Interspiro is not liable for damages incurred as a consequence of failure to follow the instructions in this manual.

  • Page 8: Technical Description

    Holder (one or two depending on model) 10. Regulator block with anti-freezing caps NOTICE Always pressurize the Divator system fully before entering the water. WARNING All modifications of the hose configuration must be performed by an Interspiro level 3 certified service technician according the service manual.

  • Page 9: Reserve Valve

    Divator MKIII Reserve valve The reserve valve handle is used to switch between different air supply units. Air is added either from the DP1 Supply Hose System, from the diver's cylinder pack. The reserve valve handle / CDR handle have 3 positions: •...
  • Page 10 Divator MKIII • Reserve position When the cylinder pressure falls to about 65 bar (943 psi), the air supply warning is activated (indicated by increased breathing resistance). In this case, the diver should pull out the reserve valve handle to the reserve position (R) in order to subsequently utilize the cylinder pack's reserve air volume.

  • Page 11: Before Use

    Interspiro level 3 certified service technician. Check all hoses by pulling and bending them while inspecting for damage, cracks and discoloura- tion. If a hose is found to be defective or damaged, it must be replaced by an Interspiro level 3 certified service technician.

  • Page 12: Check The Reserve Valve

    Divator MKIII Check: • that the antifreeze caps are not damaged. NOTICE If damage is suspected or detected, the anti-freeze cap must be replaced. • that the antifreeze caps are not deformed when they are mounted in the plinth. Put the anti-freeze caps back into the anti-freeze housing.

  • Page 13: Assembling

    Divator MKIII • that no parts show signs of wear or damage. Assembling Assembling the MKIII regulator Place the cylinder pack on a flat surface. Remove the yellow protective plug from the regulator's high-pressure connection. Check: that the cylinder connection is clean and that the O-ring is correctly fitted.
  • Page 14 Divator MKIII Connecting the BC hose and inflator Place the BC hose between the BC and the cylinder pack. Allow the BC hose to pass on the inside of the inflator connector of the BC. Pass the BC hose over the shoulder strap.
  • Page 15 Divator MKIII Fasten the Velcro loop over the breathing hose. If necessary: adjust the length of the breathing hose. Assembling the octopus hose Fold the octopus hose and place it between the BC and the cylinder assembly. Attach the folded octopus hose to the BC's rubber loops.

  • Page 16: Connecting Full Face Mask

    Divator MKIII Place the plastic hook under the fluorescent field on the shoulder strap. Attach the octopus valve and pressure gauge by hooking the plastic hook of the pressure gauge into the metal loop of the quick-release rail. Check: that the octopus valve's locking handle is in the locked (closed) position against the membrane housing.

  • Page 17: Leakage And Function Test

    Divator MKIII Leakage and function test If using the primary breathing valve with safety pressure lever, make sure that the safety pressure lever is in closed position. Close the reserve valve handle to position R (reserve).
  • Page 18 Divator MKIII Open the cylinder valve and check that the reserve valve handle goes to position D (dive) and at the same time observe the pressure gauge. Check: • that the pointer movements are smooth. • that the pressure is sufficient for the planned dive.
  • Page 19 Divator MKIII Push the reserve valve handle to position C (closed). Push the purge button for the primary breathing valve. Check: that there is no air flow. Close the cylinder valve. Wait for one minute. Check: that the pressure does not drop more than 10 bar/minute.
  • Page 20 Divator MKIII 10. Pull the reserve valve handle out to position R (reserve). Check: that the gauge pointer falls to zero bar and that there comes a small amount of air. 11. If using a primary breathing valve with safety pressure, make sure the safety pressure lever is in the closed position.

  • Page 21: During Use

    SCUBA cylinder (bail out) is a decrease on the diver´s pressure gauge. Emergency situations Diving in extreme conditions, such as diving in cold environments, requires special training, planning and preparation. Refer to the separate instruction with document number 34228, available on the download section of interspiro.com, for more information.

  • Page 22: Problems With Air Supply

    Divator MKIII Problems with air supply In the event of restricted airflow, the following measures are recommended: Check the gauge: a) pressure <100 - pull the reserve valve to position R (reserve). b) pressure >100 - check that the cylinder valve is fully open.

  • Page 23: After Use

    Divator MKIII After use Cleaning Clean the apparatus as follows after each dive: Pressurize the diving apparatus by opening the cylinder valve. Rinse all parts of the apparatus with clean water. If necessary: use brush and neutral detergent. Close the cylinder valve.

  • Page 24: Service And Testing

    Protect the connection nipple on the regulator by screwing on the yellow protective plug. Service and testing Service and testing must as a minimum be carried out according to Interspiro’s Service and Testing Schedule with document number 30500, or according to local requirements.