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Scubapro X-tek User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT WARNINGS ........................................................................................................2
CE CERTIFICATION .................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS .........................................................................................................3
GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 4
WEIGHT SYSTEM: ...................................................................................................................4
VALVE SET UP .......................................................................................................................... 6
OPERATION..............................................................................................................................6
BC EXAMINATION AND PROCEDURES ................................................................................ 8
Thread Guide: PRO HARNESS SYSTEM ............................................................................11
Thread Guide: PURE TEK HARNESS SYSTEM ................................................................... 21
Adjustment: FORM HARNESS SYSTEM .............................................................................. 27
Thread Guide: SOFT TRAVEL BACK PACK .........................................................................30
Thread guide: SINGLE TANK ADAPTER ..............................................................................31
Attachment: SOFT BACKPLATE ON X-TEK FORM HARNESS .......................................... 33
ADJUSTING THE SYSTEM: ................................................................................................... 34
AFTER THE DIVE ..................................................................................................................35
TRANSPORT OF THE X-TEK SYSTEMS: .............................................................................36
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................ 37
X-TEK WING BLADDERS ......................................................................................................37
Appendix ................................................................................................................................ 38
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This information is for your safety. Please read the entire instruction manual before using your X-TEK buoyancy compensator and equipment for the rst time!
IMPORTANT WARNINGS
WARNING
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This manual must be read and understood entirely before using the product. It is advised that you keep this manual in your possession during the entire life of your BC. FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THE PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
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When diving you must follow the rules and apply the skills taught by a recognized scuba diving certication agency. Before taking part in any diving activity, it is mandatory to have successfully completed a scuba diving course covering both theoretical and technical aspects of diving.
WARNING
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This instruction manual does not replace a diving instruction course!
CE CERTIFICATION
All SCUBAPRO BCs described in this manual have obtained the CE certication issued by a notied body according to European directive 89/686/EEC. Certication tests have been conducted according to the specications set by the said directive, regulating the conditions for the release on the market and the fundamental safety requirement for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The CE mark denotes compliance with the fundamental requirements for health and safety. The number next to the CE marking is the identication code for the notied body yearly controlling production compliance with regulations, as per Art. 11A ED 89/686/EEC. The BCs described in this manual has obtained the CE certication according the following European norms:
- EN250:2000 for body harness that provides divers with a device for xing the tank to the body: it has not to be used deeper than 50 m (164 feet).
- EN1809:1997 European norm for jacket that provides divers with a buoyancy control device but does not guarantee a head up position of the wearer at the surface. Each BC model has an indication of the relevant EU certication obtained attached directly on the BC.
WARNING
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THIS BC IS NOT A LIFEJACKET. Emergency face up oatation may not be provided for all wearers and in all conditions.
WARNING
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This BC is not a breathing device. Never breathe from the BC. Your BC may contain gas residue, liquid, or contamination that may result in injury or death if inhaled.
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WARNING
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In accordance with European standards, our BCs can only be considered certied where all components are present, as per the original SCUBAPRO conguration, including the low pressure hose supplied. Any variation of the original conguration invalidates conformity to European certication standards.
EN250:2000 norm regulations and what they mean
The requirements and tests dened by the EN 250: 2000 standard aim to ensure a minimum safety level for the operation of underwater breathing equipment. In Europe, the EN 250: 2000 norm denes the minimum technical standards of acceptance for recreational diving regulators. All SCUBAPRO regulators have successfully passed the certication test required by this regulation.
Denition of ‘SCUBA’ according to EN 250: 2000
This regulation denes a SCUBA unit as a self-contained open-circuit underwater breathing apparatus. A SCUBA unit can be composed of component groups. During use, the minimum required component groups are elements a) to e) of the following list:
a. cylinder(s) with valve(s);
b. demand regulator(s);
c. safety device(s);
d. face mask: complete mouthpiece or half-mask for diving or complete mask;
e. carrying system.
Limitations provided by EN 250: 2000
The SCUBA unit can be comprised of separate components such as: cylinder(s), regulator(s) and pressure gauge. The SCUBAPRO BCs described in this manual can be used with SCUBA components units certied according to directive 89/686/EEC and EN 250: 2000 norm. The air contained in the cylinder must comply with the requirements for breathable air dened by EN 12021 norm. The maximum operating depth is 50 meters (164 ft.) however divers must conform to the limits set by local regulations in force at the diving location.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS
For your protection while using SCUBAPRO life support equipment, we call your attention to the following:
1. Use the equipment according to the instructions contained within this manual and only after having completely read and understood all instructions and warnings.
2. Use of the equipment is limited to the uses described in this manual or for applications approved in writing by SCUBAPRO.
3. Cylinders must only be lled with atmospheric compressed air, according to the EN 12021 norm. Should moisture be present in the cylinder, besides causing corrosion of the cylinder, it may cause freezing and subsequent malfunction of the regulator during dives carried out in low temperature conditions (lower than 10°C (50°F)). Cylinders must be transported according to local rules provided for the transport of dangerous goods. Cylinder use is subjected to the laws regulating the use of gases and compressed air.
4. Equipment must be serviced by qualied personnel at the prescribed intervals. Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by an Authorized SCUBAPRO Dealer service facility and with the exclusive use of original SCUBAPRO spare parts.
5. Should the equipment be serviced or repaired without complying with procedures approved by SCUBAPRO or by untrained personnel or not certied by SCUBAPRO, or should it be used in ways and for purposes other than specically designated, liability for the correct and safe function of the equipment transfers to the owner/user.
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6. The content of this manual is based upon the latest information available at the time of going to print. SCUBAPRO reserves the right to make changes at any time.
7. All dives must be planned and carried out so that at the end of the dive the diver will still have a reasonable reserve of air for emergency use. The suggested amount is usually 50bars (725psi).
SCUBAPRO refuses all responsibility for damages caused by non-compliance with the instructions contained in this manual. These instructions do not extend the warranty or the responsibilities stated by SCUBAPRO terms of sales and delivery.
WARNING
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Always perform a pre-dive and post-dive inspection of the BC.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Primary purpose of the Buoyancy Compensator
The primary purpose of a Buoyancy Compensator is to make you more comfortable by enabling you to maintain neutral buoyancy at depth. You are neutrally buoyant when you maintain a specic depth without expending signicant physical effort to prevent an ascent or descent from that depth.
WARNING
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Do not use your BC as an assist or “lift bag” for bringing objects to the surface. These objects may be lost during the ascent, creating a sudden increase in buoyancy and loss of buoyancy control.
Initial set up
Low Pressure (LP) hose Connect the low pressure (LP) hose of the Power Ination Valve to an unused LP port of the rst stage, which must have the same thread.
WARNING
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Do not attach a L.P. hose to a Scuba regulator high pressure (HP) port or to an air supply with pressure in excess of 200 psi (13.8 bar). This may result in damage or explosive failure of the Ination Valve or Low pressure Hose, which could result in injury or death.
WEIGHT SYSTEM:
The total weight carried by the diver must be calculated and tested to allow neutral buoyancy during the dive by simply adding or releasing the correct amount of air. The SCUBAPRO B.C. can be used with several different ballast systems depending upon the needs of the diver.
1. Traditional Weight Belt
The weight belt should always be worn so it can drop freely from the diver. Failure to do so may result an inability to ditch the weights and could result in serious injury or death.
2. Accessory Weight Pocket System
The removable Buckle Weight Pocket System (BW) (Picture 1) is designed to be used with the waist webbing of the X-Tek backplate system. Pictured below is the proper way to load and secure the weight pockets into their pouches.
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The weights are inserted into the weight pocket (Picture2)
The weight pockets are pushed into the weight pockets system (Picture 3+4) and held in proper position by securing the quick release buckle and then pulling the strap until it is snug (Picture 5)
To release the weights from the pouch squeeze the tabs on the quick release buckle and pull the pocket from the pouch. Release the weights once they are free from the pouch and your body.
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To attach the optional weight pockets system please refer to page 26.
WARNING
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The Removable Pocket and pouch must be secured with the quick release buckle fully and correctly engaged. The loss of the pocket during diving may cause positive buoyancy and an uncontrolled ascent that could result in serious injury or death.
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3. Tank Counter Weight Pouches
WARNING
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Tank counter weights are not designed to be released in an emergency. Failure to create adequate positive buoyancy in an emergency situation may result in injury or death. The user of the BC must congure the entire diving system in a manner that provides rapid positive buoyancy as an aid for emergency ascent. The total weight carried by the diver must be calculated and tested in order to maintain neutral buoyancy throughout the dive by simply adding or releasing the correct amount of air. For this reason each bladder (model and size) has a different lifting capacity (calculated using fresh water) marked on the model itself to assist the user in making a correct choice for the gear conguration.
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WARNING
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Using additional weights carried in bags or attached with clips may not be able to be removed fast enough in an emergency situation to achieve positive buoyancy and could lead to serious injury or death.
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VALVE SET UP
SCUBAPRO X-TEK BC´s are completed by the BPI System(Balance Power Inator). It is possible to change the SCUBAPRO Balance Power Inator to the X-TEK Inator. This must be done by an authorized dealer or the company SCUBAPRO. The power inator, when connected to the tank and regulator by a low pressure hose, makes it possible to control buoyancy in the water (ination/ deation of the BC) by using inate and deate buttons.
Connecting the Power Inator
The Power Ination Valve allows you to inate your BC using air from your SCUBA cylinder. Its LP hose, threaded on a LP port of the rst stage regulator, is connected to the Power Ination Valve by the Quick Disconnect Coupling.
To attach the Quick Disconnect Coupling:
1. Make sure that both ttings are free of contamination prior to connecting them together.
2. Pull back the collar of the Quick Disconnect Coupling while pushing the hose rmly onto
the tting plug found on the power ination valve.
3. Release the collar when the coupling is fully seated on the plug. Pull gently but rmly on the
hose to check for a secure connection.
4. To disconnect, pull the Quick Disconnect Coupling collar back and disengage the LP hose
from the plug.
WARNING
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Keep water out of the inatable aircell of the BC. Repeated use of the oral valve or the Overpressure Valve may allow water inside the BC, reducing the amount of buoyancy provided by the BC. This could result in injury or death. Drain all water out of the BC prior to every use.
OPERATION
Inating the BC with the Power Ination Valve
To inate the BC, press the Power Ination Valve Button. Air should enter the BC. For better control during ination use short bursts of air by repeatedly pressing and releasing the power inator button.
Inating the BC with the Oral Valve
The Oral Valve is found on the end of the airway. It allows you to inate your BC with your exhaled breath. Use of this valve for ination is recommended on the surface or on land prior to diving. It may be used when you cannot, or do not wish to add air to the BC with the Power Ination Valve.
1. First exhale a small amount of air into the mouthpiece of the valve to purge any water that
may be trapped there.
2. With the same breath, continue to exhale while deeply depressing the Oral Ination Valve
Button.
3. Release the Oral Valve Button when you inhale fresh air.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the desired amount of buoyancy is reached.
Deating the BC
Your X-TEK system may be tted with either a Manual Dump Valve or an Elbow without a manual dump valve. Please follow the instructions for your particular BC conguration.
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Deating the BC with the Manual Dump Valve
(For Units tted with the SCUBAPRO Manual Dump Valve) Stop and assume an upright position in the water. When in position, open the Manual Dump Valve by gently pulling downward on the Oral Valve/Power Ination Valve Assembly. It is not necessary to use excessive pressure to pull on the hose assembly. Valve travel is limited and pulling harder will not increase the air ow. To close the Manual Dump Valve, stop pulling downward, and release.
WARNING
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Keep sand and other contamination out of the Oral Valve mouthpiece and valve button.
Under certain conditions, contamination can cause the valve to not close completely. If this occurs while diving, shake the valve while depressing it several times. If the valve leaks or remains inoperable, terminate the dive. Diving with a leaking Buoyancy Compensator or with valves that do not operate properly may result in a loss of buoyancy control that could result in injury or death.
Deating the BC with the Oral Valve (BPI)
Assume a head up position in the water. Raise the Oral Valve above and in front of your face. (This insures the Oral valve will be positioned above the air bubble in the BC). Depress the Oral Valve button and visually conrm that air is escaping from the Inator. For best control, let air out in a series of short, measured amounts while observing the effects on your buoyancy.
WARNING
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• With all deation methods, only keep the valve open as long as needed. This helps prevent excess water from entering the BC.
• Do not depress the Oral Valve button when activating the Manual Dump Valve as water may enter the BC through the Oral Valve mouthpiece.
Over Pressure Valve Operation
The Over Pressure Valve prevents over-ination of the BC. If the internal pressure exceeds the spring pressure in the Over Pressure Valve, the valve automatically opens and releases air to prevent damage to the BC. The valve will automatically close when the internal pressure goes below the spring pressure in the Over Pressure Valve (OPV).
Shoulder Valves
SCUBAPRO X-Tek bladders may have either an elbow or an overpressure valve on the left shoulder that can also act as dump valves. The dump valve on the left shoulder is activated either by:
a) Pulling gently on the hose assembly.
b) If an OPV dump valve is not present on the left upper bladder then the diver should deate
the BC using the manual dump function on the inator.
Lower Dump Valve
Pressure Valves located at the lower rear of the bladder are equipped with lanyard and pull knob. This lower Dump Valve can be manually activated when the Diver is in a horizontal or head down orientation in the water, positioning them at the highest point of the air bubble.
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WARNING
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Never breathe from the BC. Your BC may contain gas residue, liquid, or contamination that may result in injury or death if inhaled. Keep water out of the bladder of the BC. Repeated use of the oral valve or the Overpressure Valve may allow water inside the BC, reducing the amount of buoyancy provided by the BC. This could result in injury or death. Drain all water out of the BC prior to every use.
IMPORTANT!
• With all deation methods, keep the valve open no longer than needed. This helps
prevent excess water from entering the BC.
• Do not depress the Oral Valve button when activating the Manual Dump valve, as
water may enter the BC through the Oral Valve mouthpiece.
BC EXAMINATION AND PROCEDURES
Pre-dive, dive and post-dive BC examination helps to identify equipment problems before unsafe conditions exist, helping to prevent diving accidents. All equipment must be regularly inspected by an authorized SCUBAPRO equipment repair facility to maintain its safe operation.
WARNING
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DO NOT DIVE with a BC that does not pass any of the Pre-Dive, Dive or Post-Dive inspection points and tests. Diving with a BC that fails any of the listed check points could result in the loss of buoyancy control while diving, resulting in serious injury or death.
Pre-Dive Visual Inspection and Valve Test:
1. Examine the entire BC for cuts, punctures, frayed seams, excessive abrasion, loose/missing hardware and other damage of any kind.
2. Inspect the Oral Valve, Power Ination Valve, Manual Dump Valve and Over Pressure Valve(s) for cracks, damage, or contamination.
3. Operate the Power Ination Valve (with the LP hose attached and charged with air pressure), Oral Valve, manual Dump Valve and Over Pressure Valve, checking for proper operation and resealing. If the OP Valve has a Pull Dump, test it by pulling on the cord.
4. Inate the BC through the Oral Valve until it is rm. Listen and check for leaks. Let the BC stand inated for 30 minutes or more, and then check the BC for loss of air.
5. If applicable soak the cylinder band(s) and t the BC to a SCUBA cylinder. Pull up on the BC while it is attached on the SCUBA cylinder checking that the BC is secure and will not slip while diving.
6. While wearing the BC, adjust the straps and other attachments on the BC for a comfortable t that does not restrict breathing. Make these adjustments with the BC inated and while wearing the exposure suit you intend to dive with.
7. Check quick release weight pockets or systems that retain weight (if your BC is equipped with them). Make sure that their retention systems are fully and securely engaged. Conrm that they can be quickly released and the weight freely removed from the system.
8. Do a buddy check with your dive partner conrming that all valves operate correctly prior to entering the water.
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WARNING
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DO NOT DIVE with a BC that is damaged, leaks air, or does not function properly. Terminate any dive as safely and quickly as possible if the BC becomes damaged, leaks air, or does not function properly.
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to chlorinated water, such as in swimming pools. Wash your BC immediately after any use in chlorinated water. Chlorinated water can oxidize fabrics and materials on your BC, thereby shortening their life, and cause colors (especially neon) to fade. Damage and fading from prolonged exposure to chlorinated water is specically not covered under warranty.
WARNING
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Special Instruction in cold water diving methods, and the specic use of this product in cold water, is required prior to cold water diving (temperatures below 10°C/50° F). This instruction is beyond the scope of this manual.
Low pressure Hose / Pneumatic Ination Valve
LP hose and Pneumatic Ination Valve operating pressure 95 – 200 psi (6.5 – 13.8 bar)
Low Pressure Hose Fitting threads 3/8 – 24 UNF
O-Rings - Seals EPDM – Buna/Nitrile - Silicone
WARNING
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This product is designed to use air or nitrogen/oxygen mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen. Use of gas mixtures with increased oxygen, or the addition of helium or other substances, may cause corrosion, deterioration, premature aging or component failure of metal and rubber parts. These actions may result in loss of buoyancy control or air holding integrity of the BC, resulting in injury or death. Non-standard gas mixtures may also present a risk of re or explosion. Use only nitrogen/oxygen mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen.
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X-TEK Systems
X-TEK PURE TEK SYSTEM
Specically to the needs of the Pure TEK tailored jacket.
Donut Wing with 18 kg* (180 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, SCUBAPRO Power Inator. Donut Wing with 18 kg* (180 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, SCUBAPRO TEK Inator. Donut Wing with 13 kg* (135 Lift N for max. bottle size 15l) buoyancy, SCUBAPRO Power Inator. Pure TEK Harness: Pure TEK System, stainless steel backplate, 50 mm high-strength strap, 3 D-Rings, belt strap, crotch, belt stopper, single tank adapter.
X-TEK PURE TEK SYSTEM, Doubletank
Specically to the needs of the Pure TEK tailored jacket.
Donut Wing with 27 kg* (270 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy , SCUBAPRO Power Inator. Donut Wing with 27 kg* (270 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, SCUBAPRO TEK Inator. Pure TEK Harness: Pure TEK System, stainless steel backplate, 50 mm high-strength strap, 3 D-Rings, belt strap, crotch, belt stopper, single tank adapter.
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X-TEK FORM TEK SYSTEM
Never before you can dive more comfortable with a heavy double tank. Harness system can be optionally equipped with a QR- Weight Pocket system.
Horseshoe Wing, with 27 kg* (270 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, SCUBAPRO Power Inator. Horseshoe Wing, with 27 kg* (270 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, SCUBAPRO TEK Inator. Form TEK Harness: Form System, padded back panel with two shoulder pads, 6 x D-rings, crotch.
X-TEK PRO TEK SYSTEM TWIN
With this system you are prepared for any dives. Two Layer Wing, two redundant bladders, stainless steel backplate and 50 mm high-strength strap give you the security you need in any depth.
Horseshoe Wing, with 27 kg* (270 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, TWIN, SCUBAPRO Power Inator. Horseshoe Wing, with 27 kg* (270 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, TWIN, SUBAPRO TEK Inator. Pro Tek Harness: Pro system, stainless steel backplate, 1 QR buckle left shoulder, shoulder pads, 5 D-rings, back plates storage system, crotch, strap 50mm HD, belt stopper.
X-TEK Xtreme System Pro
With this system you are prepared for extreme dives. Two Layer Wing, two redundant bladders, stainless steel backplate and 50 mm high-strength strap give you the security you need in any depth. Horseshoe Wing, with 40 kg* (400 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, TWIN, SCUBAPRO Power Inator. Horseshoe Wing, with 40 kg* (400 Lift N for max. bottle size 2x12l) buoyancy, TWIN, SCUBAPRO TEK Inator. Pro TEK Harness: Pro system, stainless steel backplate, 1 QR buckle left shoulder, shoulder pads, 5 D-rings, back plates storage system, crotch, strap 50mm HD, belt stopper.
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* Applies only for Bladder with Inator
WARNING
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The assembly of the system should only be done by a trained person such as an authorized SCUBAPRO Dealer to avoid wrong assembly. After the assembly, a nal inspection must be performed by an authorized dealer. Incorrect installation can cause serious injuries or death.
Thread Guide: PRO HARNESS SYSTEM
1. Place the webbing with the hole aligned onto the center rear of the backplate. Depending of height of your tank you use the upper or lower hole at the backplate.
a. b.
2. Thread the right end of the strap through the right angled slot at the top of the back plate. Repeat the procedure with the left side.
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a. b. c.
3. Thread the ends of the webbing through the top horizontal slits on the backplate.
a. b. c.
front view rear view
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4. Attach the right shoulder pad by threading the strap through the top pad loop. Make sure that the webbing is on the outside of the pad. (The exact adjustment of the shoulder pads is described on page 34).
5. Thread a three bar slide on the right side to the shoulder pad.
6. Thread a bent D-ring to the top of the three bar slide. Make sure that the curve of the D-ring shows to the top.
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7. Thread the end of the strap through the second slot of the three bar slide.
a. b.
8. Thread the end of the strap through the second loop.
a. b.
9. Thread the second three bar slide between the second and the third loop, as described above.
a. b.
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c. d.
e.
10. Thread the three bar slide- without teeth- on the webbing for the left strap. Make sure that it is at the same height as the right shoulder strap is located.
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