Seac mute stagne Instructions page 29

As you continue your descent, as water
pressure increases, you will need to introduce
air into the suit. This will prevent an acceleration
in descent and keep a correct heat supply.
At the same time, it will avoid unpleasant
constrictions of the dry suit due to an increase
in pressure.
Press the inflation button repeatedly to
introduce small quantities of air into the suit,
gradually reaching a correct balance. As soon
as possible, move to a horizontal position (as is
standard practice in diving). This will allow you
to distribute the air within correctly over the
whole body (including socks). Take great care
not to position yourself fully upside down, with
your head beneath your feet, as this position
makes it impossible to dump sock air and can
cause problems in maintaining buoyancy with
the risk of uncontrolled ascents.
IMPORTANT
The specific way in which the socks and
leg are cut mean that air cannot collect in
large volumes at those point. However, if
upside down, you may experience problems
in relation to an uncontrollable ascent
speed.
Avoid, therefore, assuming these positions
as far as possible, and practise in advance
in shallow water in order to re-establish
the correct position as quickly as possible.
Remember that all the time you are upside
down, you will not be able to dump excess air.
In descent and during the various dive phases,
we recommend reaching correct buoyancy by
means of the air in the BCD. Correct distribution
of air both within the BCD and in the dry suit will
allow the diver to reach correct buoyancy without
experiencing balance difficulties or problems
relating to incorrect air distribution.
Each change in pressure (depth) must be
managed and controlled by means of the dry
suit's inflation or dump valve and through the
BCD inflator unit.
Once you have decided to ascend, it is important
to control buoyancy in order to respect ascent
speeds. The normal vertical position assumed
by the diver during this phase, will allow air to
gather towards the top of the suit. By opening
the valve fully (from right to left) (fig. 5), dumping
excess air due to increased volume is simple.
This operation must be managed by moving the
elbow from the bottom to the top (wrist lower
than elbow). We can control the gradual release
of air with slow, repeated movements, thereby
keeping correct ascent speed without risking a
'collapse' of the suit.
Air expansion within the BCD is, on the other
hand, controller by means of the inflator unit.
During this particular phase, carrying correct
weights is fundamental. This is why we
recommend spending a little time on finalizing
this important step as best possible. Correct
weights will avoid all diving problems, increasing
comfort and safety.
Correct weights will allow the diver to ascend
without having to make any particular effort and
without wasting too much energy. They will also
facilitate the safety stop necessary for all dives.
Once you reach the surface, you will need to
inflate the BCD sufficiently to allow for positive
buoyancy on the surface. You will also need to
fully close the dump valve (rotating it from left
to right). This will avoid any possible or potential
water from entering due to accidental knocks to
the valve.
If necessary, and to increase comfort levels, you
can also inflate a little quantity of air into the dry
suit.
Once you reach the boat or exit point, follow all
standard procedures for leaving the water.
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ATTENTION
Should the inflation valve block, we
recommend immediately disconnecting
the inflation hose by means of the ring nut
controlling the quick release.
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ATTENTION
Should the dry suit be flooded due to zipper
or other breakage, we strongly recommend
ascending to the surface by means of
the BCD. According to the severity of the
problem, in any case ensure you comply
with rules governing ascent to the surface.
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ATTENTION
Should the dump valve malfunction or block
when closing, we recommend dumping
the air through the collar or wrists. Simply
assume a vertical position and insert a
finger to widen the seals (fig. 9).
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