Mini SPARE AIR User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

SPARE AIR

™

MADE IN USA

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Congratulations on purchasing your new SPARE AIR system!

This product is a sophisticated, high-quality alternate air source designed
for recreational divers. It is produced and tested by people with more than
two decades of diving and manufacturing experience. We use the finest
quality materials and techniques in the construction of this product. Enjoy
the peace of mind that diving with SPARE AIR brings.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

SPARE AIR Diagram & Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Accessory Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Before You Dive WITH SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

How To Mount SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

How To Operate SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .INSERT

After You Dive With SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Product Compatibility And Use

With Nitrox – Model 300-N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

How To Care For SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

How To Travel With SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

How To Refill SPARE AIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

Accessory Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

©2004 SUBMERSIBLE SYSTEMS, INC.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!

WARNING: Do not use product until you have read and understand
instructions and precautions.

Submersible Systems, Inc. promotes responsible diving practices and the
recommendations that have been promoted by all International Training agencies,
including, but not limited to:

• Before any attempt is made to use this product underwater, you MUST have
received TRAINING and CERTIFICATION in the technique of SCUBA diving from
a recognized certification agency. Use of this equipment by a person who is not
certified by a recognized agency shall render all warranties, express or implied,
null and void. Use of underwater breathing devices by uncertified or untrained
persons is dangerous and can result in severe injury or death.

• SPARE AIR is an EMERGENCY alternate air source. It is NOT designed or
intended for any other use.

• SPARE AIR should not be used as part of your planned air reserve.

• SPARE AIR does not meet the requirements of EN 250; 1993 and therefore
should never be used as a primary air source.

• SPARE AIR is intended for use in water greater or equal to 10 degrees Celsius.

• Recommended Max ascent rates: 15 meters per minute (6 meters per minute
for the last 6 meters).

• Swimming diver accepted as 25 Iiters/min., non-swimming will be less.

• Monitor diving disorders if ascent rates are exceeded or decompression stops
are missed.

• Max depth recommendation is 20 meters (66 ft) for model #170.

• Max depth recommendation is 30 meters (99 ft) for model #300/300-N.

• Practice using SPARE AIR at normal rate ascents in shallow water.

• ALWAYS follow Submersible Systems’ recommended pre-dive standards/post­dive checklist and annual inspection/repair guidelines.

• NEVER dive with a SPARE AIR system that shows signs of damage, leakage or
substandard performance.

• NEVER OVERFILL the SPARE AIR system above 3000 psi, the air pressure
stamped on the cylinder. ONLY use purified, dry compressed breathing air when
refilling SPARE AIR.

• STORE THE SPARE AIR system PRESSURIZED in a cool, dry place. Avoid
direct sunlight, automobile trunks or other areas subject to temperature
extremes.

• In Europe, Cylinders fitted to SPARE AIR should meet national regulations and
be tested and inspected in accordance with national regulations.

• EC type approval conducted by: SGS United Kingdom, Ltd., Ellesmere Port,
Cheshire, CH65 3EN, UK. Notified Body No. 0120. This item complies with MOD
(PE) Specification RO347. May 1991.

• This manual is supplied to the original SPARE AIR purchaser. Duplicate copies
can be obtained free of charge from Submersible Systems, Inc.

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Model Specifications

Model #300YEL/300-N Model #170YEL

Maximum Capacity 3.0 cu ft / 85 liters 1.7 cu ft / 48 liters

Length 13.4” / 34 cm 8.75” / 22.23 cm

Diameter 2.25” / 5.71 cm 2.25” / 5.71 cm

Maximum Pressure 3000 psi / 200 bar 3000 psi / 200 bar

Weight (full) 2.17 lb / .985 kg 1.51 lb / .687 kg

Surface Breaths* 57 30

Water Volume 26.62 cu in / .42 liters 13.7 cu in / .28 liters

*Based on 1.6 liter breath size

(optional)

SPARE AIR DIAGRAM

PURGE BUTTON

(Refill Port)

Mount SPARE AIR in a variety of locations on virtually any BCD!

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ACCESSORIES

(Included In Package)

SPARE AIR HOLSTER #973

Upside Down On

Your Tank Strap

Vertical On Your

BC

Across Your

Waist

Diagonal

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ACCESSORIES

(Included in Package)

SPARE AIR REFILL ADAPTER #910S

Adapter fits onto Standard SCUBA tank for easy refilling.