Releasing The Weight Pouches 6 - Aqua Lung pearl i3 Owner's Manual

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Releasing Weight Pouches
Unlike a weight belt, which has only one release mechanism, each weight
pouch is connected to the BC independently of the other and must be
released separately. This provides you with the option of being able to
jettison one pouch at a time, thereby maintaining better control of your
ascent rate in an emergency.
In the event that you need to jettison weight, simply pull the release
handle of each pouch towards the center of the waist buckle. When the
pouch is completely disengaged from its holster, hold it out and away from
your body before dropping it.
WARNING: Ensure that your weight pouches are not obstructed by
any straps, lines, etc. DO NOT add weight to the BC's pockets, as
this may interfere with the removal of the pouches in an emergency.
Failure to ditch weight in an emergency may lead to serious injury or
death due to drowning.
WARNING: To avoid injuring other divers, always look below you be-
fore dropping weight.
Note: In addition to becoming familiar with the weight system yourself, it is
very important to explain its function to your dive buddy so that he/she is
equally familiar with it.
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