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  • Page 1 Rapid Diver ™ Owner’s Man u al...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Thanks for Choosing Zeagle! We value your decision to invest in a Zeagle Buoyancy Control System. Please have your authorized Zeagle Dealer familiarize you with the operation and care of your new Zeagle Rapid Diver™ Buoyancy Compensator* (BC) and go over your Owner’s Manual with you. Have your Dealer sign the appropriate line on the service record at the end of this manual, after he has performed this service.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ..............1 Warranty Information ............ 3 General Information and Specifications ...... 4 Function of the System ......7 Rapid Diver™ Assembling the ......9 Rapid Diver™ System Fitting and Donning the ... 12 Rapid Diver™ System Pre-dive Assembly and Inspection ....... 15 Diving with the System ......

  • Page 4: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information Owner’s Responsibilities • Zeagle Systems, Inc. requires that the end user of this system be certified by a nationally or internationally recognized SCUBA certific- ation agency and adequately trained in its use by a certified SCUBA instructor with thorough knowledge and experience in the use of Zeagle Systems, Inc.

  • Page 5: General Information And Specifications

    General Information and Specifications This Buoyancy Compensator's Owner's Manual contains important safety, maintenance, and operation information. Read this manual thoroughly before diving. Important information on the assembly, operation, and mainte- nance of your BC is designated throughout this manual with the "IMPORTANT"...
  • Page 6 SCUBA Cylinder Selection and Configuration Your over-all buoyancy depends on a combination of the buoyancy of all your diving equipment added to your own body's buoyancy. The Zeagle System is designed to work with a variety of tank sizes and configura- tions.

  • Page 7: Operating Temperature Range

    General Information and Specifications Surface Buoyancy of BC's Your BC's buoyancy, has been rated by Zeagle Systems, Inc. Buoyancy figures were measured in fresh water at sea level, and were rounded down to the nearest pound. For buoyancies listed in the metric system, buoyancy is measured in multiples of 10 Newtons, then rounded down to the next lowest multiple.

  • Page 8: Function Of The Rapid-Diver System

    Function of the Rapid-Diver System The Zeagle Buoyancy Control System The function of the Zeagle buoyancy control system is to add to your diving enjoyment. It is designed to provide you with a comfortable way of “wear- ing” your SCUBA system, a resting platform while on the surface, and an easy means of controlling your buoyancy while diving.
  • Page 9 Function of the Zeagle System...

  • Page 10: Assembling The Rapid Diver™ System

    first stage. It is beyond the scope of this manual to cover the assembly from that point. Information needed to assemble a brand new Rapid Diver regulator to its tank is covered in the Service Manuals available only to authorized Zeagle Dealers.
  • Page 11 Note: Tank bands expand and length- en when wet. See Figure 5 below with black arrows pointing to the tanks bands. For this reason, you will get a tighter fit if you make your initial adjust- ments with tank bands that have been Fig.
  • Page 12 Fig. 6 • Add the first stage to the valve making sure that the yoke knob is fac- ing away from the diver. See "D" in Figure 6. • Fasten the 2nd stage regulator hose over the neck using the three Velcro attachments.

  • Page 13: Fitting And Donning The Rapid Diver™ System

    Fitting and Assembly Initial Adjustments for Proper Fit The Rapid Diver™ System allows the diver a universal fit feature. For proper performance, please be sure that your system fits as described below. For initial adjustments, loosen the waist and back strap and then put the BC on (before attaching it to a SCUBA cylinder) and adjust the shoulders and waist as follows.
  • Page 14 3. The system should be worn with the tank even with your sternum. Hold the tank with one hand. With the other hand, reach be- hind to grab the loose strap and tighten it snuggly. Do the same for the opposite side.
  • Page 15 5. To control the excess strap, stow it between the bladder and your chest. 4. With assistance, make sure the shoul- der straps are adjusted properly. There should be about three inches between your neck and the collar of the BC.

  • Page 16: Pre-Dive Assembly And Inspection

    Pre-dive Assembly and Inspection Over Pressure Valve (OPV) The over pressure / dump valve is typically located on the top left shoul- der area of the bladder assembly. As its name implies, the OP Valve prevents over inflation of the bladder. The valve automatically releases air when the internal bladder pressure exceeds the valve's spring pres- sure.

  • Page 17: Diving With The Rapid-Diver System

    Let out just enough air to start your descent. As you descend and when you reach your desired depth you will need to add air to your Zeagle BC by pressing on the air inlet button of your low pressure inflator to attain “neutral”...

  • Page 18: Emergency Procedures

    The above is based on recreational no decompression diving. Decompression divers must have complete redundant systems to handle all problems underwa- ter. If at any time abnormal performance or malfunction is experienced, the system must be serviced by an authorized Zeagle Dealer prior to any further use.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Inspection and Service Interval Your Rapid Diver™ BCD (including the Inflator) should be inspected and maintained by an Authorized Zeagle Dealer at least once a year, and more often if you dive frequently. This is a required action to keep your warranty in effect.

  • Page 20: Available Bcd Accessories

    Shown with the optional the tank in front of Valve 331-2001 the Rapid-Diver, can be installed in the A Zeagle Exclusive. The backplate to hold a perfect size and fit for the fully redundant rear- Rapid Diver. mounted tank and regulator.

  • Page 21: Service Record

    Locating Service and Support The Dealer that sold you your Buoyancy Compensator will be able to assist you with additional questions regarding product op- eration, warranty, and service. Go to www.zeagle.com for dealer locations near you. Your Local Zeagle Dealer:...
  • Page 22 Zeagle Systems, Inc. 37150 Chancey Road Zephyrhills, FL. 33541 Phone: (813) 782-5568 Fax: (813) 782-5569 www.zeagle.com p/n 175-1648 10/2005...

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