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Programmable, Submersible Live Vest User Manual copyright Oceanic Safety Systems LLC., 2014
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your area is best served.
Some components may be replaced with another component with a different serial number. The
replacement component will be completely remanufactured and tested like new. In some cases, we will
make the replacement with new components. Estimates will be provided at no-charge when necessary
or requested. In the United States, if you decline our service estimate, or if the product is not serviceable,
we will return your PSLV or component ground return freight at no charge.
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Summary of PROGRAMMABLE SUBMERSIBLE LIFE VEST
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11 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 the programmable, submersible life vest (pslv) user manual contents i. User agreement and warranty for the programmable, submersible life vest (pslv) ................ 2 ii. Safety information ................
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22 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 i. User agreement and warranty for the programmable, submersible life vest (pslv) the pslv is designed to deliver the operator, who exceeds self-set parameters, to the surface in a face-up position where r...
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33 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 limited lifetime warranty limitations and exclusions: the warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions: 1. Limited 5-year warranty (excludes batteries and the vest soft parts) your pslv ...
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44 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 you are responsible for ensuring that the battery in your pslv is adequately charged before each use. The warranty period is the two (2) year period commencing on the date of shipment of the pslv . In the ...
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55 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 4. Terms of warranty and user agreement apply to borrowers, transferees, assigns, users the terms of this user agreement and warranty are binding on all transferees, buyers, assigns, users and borrowers of...
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66 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 the most current version of the manual user manual is available at the oss website: www.Oceanicss.Com. You must read this entire pslv user manual before using your pslv . Incorrect use of the pslv or its a...
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77 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 warning your pslv is not a lift bag. Do not use it to bring heavy objects to the surface. Doing so may cause permanent damage to the pslv . Warning this pslv is designed for use with carbon dioxide cylinde...
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88 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 do • weigh and confirm contents • handle cylinders carefully to avoid damage, especially to threads, which could prevent proper connection to mating parts. • hand tighten the cylinder only. Do not overtigh...
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99 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 specific warnings and cautions regarding batteries while being discharged. Warning do not discharge the battery using any device except the pslv . When the battery is used in devices aside from the pslv , ...
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10 10 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 charging the pslv battery: the pslv is equipped with a powerful battery capable of driving the unit for more than 30, 8-hour days. The level-of-battery-charge screen alternates between “batt” and the ch...
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11 11 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 iii. Introduction: the programmable submersible life vest (pslv is designed to deliver the operator, who exceeds self- set parameters, to the surface in a face-up position where self recovery and rescue...
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12 12 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 grams 66 setting your maximum depth trigger to achieve 8 kilos (18 lbs) of lift is dependent upon the number of grams of co2 contained within the cylinders. For exact information, use the table at the r...
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13 13 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 v. Pslv components buttons leds lcd screen showing depth trigger charging port plug cord for manual pull inflation compression spring cap actuator front connection to inflation bladder wire to remote co...
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14 14 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 a. The actuator the actuator is the heart of the system. Connected to it is the inflation vest, the manual inflation pull cord, co2 inflation cylinders, and the remote communicator. The actuator is buil...
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15 15 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 e. Overpressure vale (opv)/dump valve the opv’s primary function is to relieve excess air pressure inside the bladder. The opv can also be opened manually by pulling on the ball-and-cord assembly to qui...
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16 16 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 put your arms through the arm holes, shrug the vest collar up to your neck and connect the two “j” hooks in the front into molyweave. See this youtube: https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=o6wjjzx0ypk vii. T...
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17 17 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 immersion (auto) mode: this mode mimics the “automatic” pfds that inflate with water contact. However, an important difference is the oceanic safety system patent pending for water detection. Basically,...
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18 18 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 caution your usual breath hold time may be cut in half by factors such as , but not limited to, your physical condition, the surface interval from your last dive, the depth of the dive, and the amount o...
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19 19 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 note: both the time and depth trigger numbers increase until they roll over and start again. Pressing the set button continuously causes the number values to accelerate until they roll over and start at...
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20 20 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 menu sequence: batt auto sub scba dely d-000 t-0:00 lon shows the battery level. Do not use when the level is lo in normal climates, or below 50% in freezing conditions. In this automatic mode, the vest...
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21 21 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 freedivers rebreathers remote causes pause remote switches modes over w a ter transport immediate inflation delayed inflation t ime only t ime and depth use del y use sub use auto ( in w a ter swimming ...
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22 22 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 1. Unscrew the compression cap until the trigger clicks into place. 2. Visually confirm engagement of the trigger (see picture next page). 3. Screw in the compression cap 3.5 revolutions using the dimpl...
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23 23 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 loading the actuator spring and changng the cylinders in order to load the spring with enough force to pierce the dual cartridges, you need to screw down the spring-loading cap with considerable force. ...
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24 24 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 visual rearming sequence continued screw down the compression to expose the green band. The unit is not cocked if the green band is not visible 1. Solid green band exposed 2. Remove used cylinders . 3. ...
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25 25 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 x. Suggested get-acquainted water trial schedule we suggest that you make several submersions to become familiar with the pslv’s functions. You should do this in shallow water or in a pool deeper than 2...
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26 26 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 test sub (dive) mode for surface swimmers: set the unit for a depth of 1 meter and a time of 10 seconds, and leave the screen set to “sub.” swim several laps of a pool using standard crawl and even a br...
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27 27 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 using the remote communicator: the remote communicator serves 3 functions, simply pressing it for a short moment will cause the light to come on, which tells you that the unit is, indeed, on. If the lig...
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28 28 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 unsnap he lower lapel areas and blow. By gently pressing on one bladder you can shunt air from one bladder to the other without dislodging the snaps on the shoulder or collar area. When done needing the...
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29 29 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 viii. Care and cleaning carefully cleaning and drying your pslv is the single most important thing you can do to protect your investment and to ensure reliable future performance and your safety. Pay sp...
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30 30 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 cleaning the inflation bladder after water has entered it: it is critical that you clean the inside of the vest bladder if salt water or chlorinated water has entered it. Normally, water will not intrud...
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31 31 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 preparation for air travel: most airlines allow the transport of an auto-inflating life preserver with two small cartridges installed in the unit and 2 spares for a total of 4 cylinders. Check with your...
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32 32 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 the actuator display locks up or makes a nonstandard display: some symptoms you might see include a slow screen refresh, failure to respond to a button press, or any unusual response. Reset the system b...
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33 33 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 charger: input: 120/240 v ac; output 8.4 v dc at 1amp. Charge time 4 to 8 hours. Power: lithium ion battery nominal voltage 7.4 v; factory replaceable battery, recommended every 5 years; fully charged v...
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34 34 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 for product service you may send your pslv to oss for repair or service. It is mandatory that all returns, warranty or otherwise, be authorized in advance. Our product return form will assist you in com...
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35 35 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 shipping and handling charges to locations outside of the continental us will vary. Please advise how your area is best served. Some components may be replaced with another component with a different se...
Page 36: Quick Start
36 36 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 quick start make the unit ready—check the following there are new cylinders by removing and checking for an intact seal. The green cocked line is showing above the coking knob. Turn the unit on. Check b...
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37 37 programmable, submersible live vest user manual copyright oceanic safety systems llc., 2014 xvii. New user issues unintended inflations: new users often experience unintended inflations caused by: 1. Screwing in a cylinder before the actuator is cocked. While this is a common mistake, you’ll p...