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OWNER'S
MANUAL
®
A Diver's
Reserve
Parachute

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL ® A Diver’s Reserve Parachute...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Enjoy the peace of mind that diving with SPARE AIR brings. Your SPARE AIR has been packaged fully assembled and is ready to be filled with air. Before using it, however, it is very important to carefully read and understand the procedures outlined in this manual for filling the unit and performing a pre-dive inspection.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    ONLY use purified, dry compressed breathing air when refilling SPARE AIR. • DO NOT fill or use the SPARE AIR if it has been exposed to extreme heat exceeding 250°F, or open flame. Instead, discharge the cylinder completely and return it to an Authorized SPARE AIR Dealer for inspection and possible hydrostatic testing.
  • Page 4: Spare Air Diagram & Specifications

    Water Volume: 26.62 cu in / .44 liters 13.8 cu in / .23 liters Sticker *based on 1.5 liter breath size ACCESSORIES Included with all NEW SPARE AIR Packages SPARE AIR SPARE AIR HOLSTER #973 HOLSTER #971 for the for the...
  • Page 5: How To Fill Spare Air

    3000 psi, the pressure indicator will not show full and your SPARE AIR will not be filled to its recommended full capacity, diminishing available air volume. WARNING: If the SPARE AIR check valve or adapter threads are damaged or worn these parts will require replacement. Continued use may cause injury.
  • Page 6: How To Mount Spare Air

    SPARE AIR when you need it most. WARNING: DO NOT attach or mount the SPARE AIR Holster to your BC in a way that will interfere with the inflation of the BC. Before diving, test BC inflation to make sure...
  • Page 7: Before You Dive

    ! Only gas from storage and supply equipment cleaned and maintained for Oxygen Service is acceptable for use with Nitrox SPARE AIR. ! If the SPARE AIR Nitrox is used with equipment or connected to air supply systems which are not rated for Oxygen Service, it will be considered contaminated and will require cleaning for Oxygen Service prior to use again with Nitrox.
  • Page 8: How To Operate Spare Air

    1. Upon ascent, pull D-ring on flap of Holster to open. CAUTION: Begin ascending immediately to avoid using valuable time and air. 2. Grab SPARE AIR regulator head and pull out of the Holster. This action will release the Mouthpiece Cover.
  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance

    Dealer or by Submersible Systems, LLC. Prolonged or improper storage can result in internal corrosion and/or deterioration of O-ring seals. SPARE AIR may require service even if the unit has received little or no use. If you notice damage, wear or suspect any leaking or missing parts, have SPARE AIR examined by an Authorized SPARE AIR Dealer immediately.
  • Page 10: Traveling With Spare Air

    1 to 1 vinegar & water solution for 3 hours to loosen any corrosion. If regulator still does not remove, take to a SPARE AIR Dealer for help. 3. Place the SPARE AIR in a protective container...
  • Page 11: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION Register your SPARE AIR online at www.spareair.com Retain this section for your records Name Address Authorized Dealer’s Name Dealer’s Address Model # 170YEL 300YEL 300-N Purchase Date Regulator Serial # Submersible Systems Limited One-Year Warranty Statement of Warranty...
  • Page 12 Congratulations! You've just joined the ranks of over 300,000 discriminating divers who enjoy the peace of mind of diving with SPARE AIR ® SPARE AIR is the absolute best strategy for successfully dealing with out-of-air emergencies, because it is a completely independent air supply.

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