Water Proof DRYSUIT Owner's Manual

DrysuitOwner’s Manual©DUI 2005INCLUDING

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Before putting on a drysuit:• Check the fit of the divewear. Ill-fitting divewear insulation can affect thefit of the drysuit.• Check the fit of the

Common DUI Drysuit FeaturesThe following features are found both on QuickZip™ self-donning drysuitmodels and shoulder-entry drysuit models.FIG 3 &

Drysuit ValvesYour drysuit is equipped with an inlet and exhaust valve for controlling theair volume inside your drysuit. The inlet valve allows you t

the drysuit on and removing it. The waterproof zipper is one of the mostimportant parts of your drysuit. Read the instructions on the use and careof t

ACCESSORIES FOR DRYSUIT DIVINGThere are several accessories that will make diving with your DUI drysuiteasier and more enjoyable.The following drysuit

Dry Glove SystemsDry glove systems should be considered when diving in water temperaturesbelow 54°F (12°C) to minimize the risk of non-freezing cold i

LATEX SEALSFig-5Trim Line Neck (in) Neck (mm)Trim Line 11 11 1/8 283Trim Line 10 11 3/4 298Trim Line 9 12 3/8 314Trim Line 8 13 330Trim Line 7 13 7/8

seal.) For the neck seal, position the seal as low on your neck as possible. Itshould be snug, but not tight. If you are new to drysuit diving, a snu

Note: Remove all jewelry which can damage or get caught in the seals.WRIST SEALSLatex• To prevent the Divewear from bunching up in the drysuit sleeve

DUI Drysuit Owner’s ManualCongratulations on purchasing a DUI drysuit. It has been carefullymanufactured to exacting standards using high quality mate

NECK SEALSLatex• Place the drysuit on top of your head• From the outside of the suit, grasp the neck seal by placing both hands onthe inside of the ne

WRIST SEALSLatex• Insert the index and middle fingers of the left hand under the right wristseal. Slide the fingers along the inside of the wrist, kee

NECK SEALSLatex• From the outside of the suit, reach through the top of the neck seal withboth hands• Spread the latex neck seal as wide as you can wi

Using & Installing DUI ZipSeals™ & Zip Gloves™!! WARNING !!Improper use or misuse of ZipSeals™ and/or ZipGloves™could result in suit flooding

• Continue pressing the groovestogether all around the ring. Ifyou have difficulty pressing thelast section together, apply a littlemore soapy water i

Removing ZipSeals™ - Wrist• Bend the rings into an elliptical shape• Push down on the ring attached to the wrist ZipSeal™ near the pointwhere the two

• Continue pressing the groovestogether all around the ring. Ifyou have difficulty pressing thelast section together, apply a littlemore soapy water i

CONNECTING THE DRYSUIT INFLATORHOSE TO YOUR REGULATORThe drysuit comes with an accessory low-pressure (LP) hose to provide low-pressure air to the dry

BEFORE YOUR FIRST DRYSUIT DIVEBefore using your drysuit for the first time: • Complete a drysuit diving training course• Completely read the manual an

inflator valve should be lubricated by spraying a small amount of siliconespray into the valve stem. Use a spray can with a plastic applicator tube so

Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Definitions of Important Words Used

2. Open up the drysuit by folding it at the waist exposing the suspenders.The suspenders should be completely exposed and laying outside thefold.3. Ma

problem has been corrected. The waterproof zipper is one of the mostimportant parts of the drysuit. Do not force it16. Pull the waterproof zipper up

5. Pull the drysuit completely up around the waist. Be sure to pull the suitup by the material and not the suspenders. Pull the suspenders up overth

your foot, pull up on the tab on the heel. By using this method you willbe able to get the DUI RockBoot on your foot. Your toes may feelpressure at

DIVING WITH YOUR DUI DRYSUIT!! WARNING !!This owner’s manual is NOT a substitute for drysuitinstruction by a qualified instructor. DO NOT USE adrysuit

ENTERING THE WATER!! WARNING !!Do not jump in the water with excess air in the drysuit.The excess air in the drysuit is forced upward in thedrysuit wh

! CAUTION !Your weight requirements will change with changes in theamount of divewear worn under the drysuit.• To check your weighting, enter controll

MAINTAINING BUOYANCY CONTROL DURINGTHE DIVEDiving with a drysuit requires both buoyancy and trim control. Both ofthese require controlling the drysui

buoyancy during the dive by simply adding air to their drysuit. Howeversome prefer to add air to their BCD keeping a smaller free-air-volumebubble in

!! WARNING !!Do not close the drysuit exhaust valve all the way whileyou are underwater. The valve has been designed to ventautomatically whenever the

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Connecting the Drysuit Hose to your R

!! WARNING !!Your first few drysuit ascents should be made next to aweighted line which can be used to regain control of theascent if necessary.Monito

EMERGENCY PROCEDURE SKILLS!! WARNING !!The following emergency procedures should be practicedin a controlled environment (such as a pool) under thesup

Spread your arms and legs away from your body, get your fins parallel tothe surface of the water, and try to slow your ascent by creating drag. Besure

INFLATOR VALVE STUCK CLOSEDIf the inflator valve is stuck in the closed position, stop your descent andterminate the dive immediately. Use the buoyanc

FLOODED DRYSUITIn the event of a zipper failure or other catastrophic drysuit failure, yourdrysuit may flood. If your drysuit is flooded:• Inflate you

DROPPED/LOST WEIGHT BELT! CAUTION !The emergency procedures for dropped/lost weight beltshould be read and understood. Do not practice theseskills exc

TAKING OFF YOUR DUI DRYSUIT• Remove all other SCUBA equipment, including the hood, before removingyour drysuit.• If the outside of your drysuit got di

46• Removing A Latex Or Neoprene Neck SealReview Taking the Drysuit Seals Off / Neck Seals in this manual• Removing Latex, Neoprene Cone Or Neoprene

47TROUBLESHOOTINGMost common areas to check if drysuit leaks are experienced:• Waterproof zipper not fully closed Check that zipper is completelyclose

CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOURDUI DRYSUITProper maintenance of your drysuit will greatly extend its useful life.When finished diving for the day, rinse

DEFINITION OF IMPORTANT WORDSUSED IN THIS MANUALThroughout this manual, we will use certain words to call your attention toconditions, practices, or t

DRYSUIT STORAGEProper storage will extend the life of your drysuit. Store your drysuit in acool dry place on a wide hanger and the zipper open. The st

50Care & MaintenanceWarrantyHanging Drysuit For StorageFor storage between dives the drysuit is best hung in a cool, dry space awayfrom ozone gene

51WarrantyDUI warrants that the neck and wrist seals will be free from defects in material andworkmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the da

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONThis drysuit is intended for use by certified SCUBA divers who havesuccessfully completed a course in the use of drysuits

!! WARNING !!Rapid ascent is dangerous and may cause air embolism ordecompression sickness, either of which can result inserious injury or death.!!! D

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSDRYSUIT GUIDELINESThe following DRYSUIT GUIDELINES have been adopted and endorsed byseveral manufacturers of drysuits, inc

INTENDED USE AND FUNCTION OF ADRYSUITDUI drysuits are shell drysuits and provide minimal thermal protection. Thedrysuits are designed to be used in co