Oceanic Mako 1 Owner's Manual - page 14
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OPERATING THE MAKO UNDERWATER
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: The Mako Diver Propulsion Vehicle is intend-
ed for use only by trained SCUBA divers who have re-
ceived open water certification by a recognized training
agency, and have maintained proficiency in their diving
skills by remaining recently active in the sport. Knowl-
edge of safe diving practices is therefore essential to safe
operation.
1.
DO NOT descend faster than 75 feet (25 meters) per minute,
or exceed any rate of descent which allows you to clear your
ears and sinuses comfortably.
2.
DO NOT operate the vehicle at a depth greater than 130 feet
(39 meters).
3.
DO NOT operate the vehicle while ascending. When you are
ready to ascend, turn the vehicle off and swim it to the sur-
face, being careful not to exceed a safe rate of ascent.
4.
DO NOT allow straps, hoses, hair, hands, or other objects to
enter the propellor shroud.
5.
DO NOT continue to operate the vehicle when the low bat-
tery indicator appears, flashing red. Cease operation imme-
diately and swim the vehicle back to your exit point. Contin-
ued operation is very harmful to the batteries.
6.
DO NOT operate the vehicle out of the water. Doing so will
damage the rotary propellor shaft seal, resulting in leakage.
7.
DO NOT attempt to operate the vehicle before completing all
steps outlined in the section titled, Pre-Operational Checks.
8.
DO NOT operate the vehicle while swimming through kelp,
sea grass, or other vegetation which may foul the propellor.
9.
DO NOT leave the Mako unsupervised in the presence of chil-
dren.
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