Ocean Reef NEPTUNE SPACE IRON MASK Owner's Manual

NEPTUNE SPACE IRON MASK

OWNER’S MANUAL

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For nearly 60 years, OCEAN REEF has been involved in the underwater diving industry.
We have contributed much to this industry, from fins and snorkels to the most modern
systems of underwater communication. Through the spirit of intrepid pioneers, brilliant
inventors, passionate divers, and dynamic entrepreneurs, OCEAN REEF has been able to
turn dreams into reality in the underwater world.

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responsible approach, OCEAN REEF prefers to put user documentation online rather than

print them out.

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NEPTUNE SPACE IRON MASK

OWNER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING, CAUTION, NOTES 4
INTRODUCTION 5
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 5
USE OF CONVENTIONAL REGULATOR 7
1STSTAGE SL 35TX 7
AIR CIRCULATION 8
EQUALIZATION 8
QUICK STEPS 9
PURGING 11
SERIAL NUMBER 11
MAINTENACE AND CLEANING/STORAGE 12
COMMUNICATION 13
TROUBLESHOOTING 14
Schematic and parts list (Neptune Space IRON MASK) 15
Schematic and parts list (SL 35TX) 17
Warranty 19

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The DPIs (Individual Protective Device) scrutinized in these operating instructions have
undergone every possible test for design validation by:

Germanisher Lloyd

Vorsetzen 35

20459 Hamburg—Germany

Notified Body n.: 0098

Full face Mask Neptune Space and SL35TX

comply with CE Certification in accordance with 89/689/EEC directives under the UNI
EN250:2000 standard rules for underwater activities , including cold water use.

PREMISE

The DPIs in question are a separate part of the self-contained underwater breathing
apparatus, commonly known as SCUBA.

They comply to European regulation EN-250:2000. They can be stored at a temperature
of between 32° and 140° F. It is necessary that this equipment only be used by fully
trained, certified divers.

Operating restrictions: The DPIs in question cannot be used with diving products
without the CE mark and the air supply must meet the requirements of EN 12021.
Incorrect use, non-original spare parts and insufficient or poor maintenance, besides
being dangerous to the health and life of the user, releases MESTEL Safety of any
responsibility and nullifies the warranty.

The series of DPIs described in the following manual are the following:

NEPTUNE SPACE with 1st stage SL 35TX: full face mask with integrated 2nd stage

regulator and SL 35 TX 1st stage.

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTES

Pay special attention to information provided in warnings, cautions, and notes, that is
accompanied by these symbols:

A WARNING indicates a procedure or situation that, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death to the user.

A CAUTION indicates any situation or technique that could cause damage to
the product, and could subsequently result in injury to the user.

A NOTE is used to emphasize important points, tips, and reminders.

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NEPTUNE SPACE IRON MASK

INTRODUCTION

The Neptune Space IRON MASK is OCEAN REEF’s top of the
line mask specifically designed for use in contaminated
water. Each external part in direct contact with high amounts
of chemicals and aggressive hydrocarbons has been made with
special raw materials.
In particular, the IRON Mask has the following unique parts:
> Inhalation diaphragm, Exhalation valve, Purge button and
Face seal composed of FVMQ rubber
> Stainless steel AISI 316 frame, buckles and adjustment knob
> Anodized Anticorodal®, Front Cover.
The sturdy feeling of the mask’s design allows divers to make
sensitive micro adjustments to the airflow, even when using

gloves. Surface treatments protect the mask from salt water
damage and tech polymer protection treatments allow the Neptune Space IRON MASK to
be used in extreme conditions.
The Glacier strap is composed of HNBR rubber compound for extreme low temperatures.
Total weight 1090g (2.40lb) with a positive buoyancy of 172g (0.40lb)

The high quality of the product does not allow the user to ignore the problems
connected with the correct use of the product and the rules for safe diving.

The Space IRON MASK is Nitrox compatible up to 40% of oxygen. (NOT valid in the
European Countries)

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Before using this mask, you must have successfully received training and
certification in the technique of SCUBA diving from a recognized
certification agency (or any U.S. Military or government operated diving
school). 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 SCUBA equipment by uncertified or untrained persons is dangerous and
can result in serious injury or death.

This mask is not configured for commercial use with surface supplied air.
Always pressurize the Neptune Space RAPTOR gradually by opening the
cylinder valve SLOWLY.

NEVER lubricate any part of the Neptune Space IRON MASK or cylinder valve
with any lubricant. Lubrication must only be performed by an OCEAN REEF
trained technician.

DO NOT apply any type of aerosol spray on the Neptune Space. Doing so may
cause permanent damage to certain plastic components, including the second
stage housing.

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DO NOT leave a cylinder standing unsecured with the Neptune Space IRON
MASK attached to the valve. Doing so may cause permanent damage to the
Neptune Space and cylinder valve if the cylinder falls over against the first
stage.

Factory prescribed service for this product must be performed at least once
annually by a factory trained OCEAN REEF Service Technician who is employed
by an Authorized OCEAN REEF Dealer. Repair, service, disassembly, or first
stage adjustment must not be attempted by persons who are not factory
trained and authorized by OCEAN REEF.

Neptune Space IRON MASK is not CE certified to be used with NITROX!

The Neptune SPACE IRON MASK might be used with NITROX gasses up to 40%
O2. It is always recommended to use cleaned air from specified cleaned air
source. SL35TX 1st stage can’t be used with NITROX. Always use NITROX
compatible 1st stages when NITROX is required.

Note: not valid in the European Union.

When diving in cold water (below 450F, or 70C), you must have received
training and certification in the techniques of cold water diving from a
recognized training agency.

Before connecting the regulator to the tank, check the following:

 Check that the O-ring on the tank is in place on the valve and is in

perfect working condition (INT WITH Yoke nipple CGA 850 version
only). If it is damaged or missing, it should be replaced.

 Verify that the instrumentation and accessories have been installed

correctly.