Apeks 388300 User manual

Literature PN 18395 Rev. 1/14
©2014 Apeks
WTX Retractor Kit
(PN 388300)
CONTENTS: Two 80 inch sections of retractor tubing.
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regional Apeks Dealer or Distributor. Distributor information is available on the Apeks website
at: www.apeks.co.uk
The WTX retractor kit (PN 388300) is an optional retraction system that may be added to the
WTX 4, WTX 6, WTX 8 and WTX 6R to streamline the buoyancy cell while diving (use of this
retractor system is optional). The retractor system is secured through a series of internal loops
sewn into the outer bag. The outer and inner retractors (80 in. each) run through the sewn in
loops, out the grommet holes on the rear of the outer bag, where they are tied off and secured
(Fig. 1). The following instructions will guide you through the optimal method of securing the
internal retractor system for maximum effect. Please note other methods of conguring the
internal retractor system may be done according to preference.
8. Orally inate the buoyancy cell to be sure the
retractors are not too tight (Fig. 15). You should
be able to inate the buoyancy cell with little
effort. If you cannot orally inate the buoyancy
cell, re-adjust the tension of the retractor system.
Once the buoyancy cell has been ination tested
and the desired tension has been achieved, the
excess of the retractors can be trimmed below the
overhand knot.
Fig. 15
7. Inate and deate the buoyancy cell several times to allow the retractors to work into place.
Ensure the proper tension of the retractor system has been achieved (Figs. 13 & 14).
Fig. 13 Fig. 14
Installation Instructions for Retractor Kit to WTX Buoyancy Cell
Grommet Holes
Outer Retractor
Inner Retractor
Outer Loops
Inner Loops
Fig. 1
Assembly of the WTX retractor kit to the WTX buoyancy cell is now complete.

WTX Retractor Kit Installation Instructions WTX Retractor Kit Installation Instructions
2. Insert one end of the retractor into the grommet hole on the bottom of the outer bag (Fig. 4).
Weave the retractor through the outer loops and out the grommet hole on the opposite side.
Repeat the process running the second retractor through the inner sewn in loops (Fig. 5).
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
3. Starting on the left side, place one hand over the grommet hole and grasp both ends of the
retractor with the other hand (Fig. 6). Pull the retractors tight until you see the outer bag starting to
compress (Fig. 7). The tension on the retractors will be retained once pulled through the grommet
hole, there is no need to tie off the retractors at this time to retain tension.
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
1. Lay the WTX buoyancy cell on a at surface and unzip the outer bag (Fig. 2). Fold back the
outer bag to expose the outer and inner sewn in loops that are located directly below the zipper
track (Fig. 3).
Fig. 2 Fig. 3
4. Grasp the outer retractor at the top of the outer bag and work any slack down from top to
bottom through the internal loops (Figs. 8 & 9). Pull the retractor tight through the grommet
hole. Repeat the process for the inner retractor. Continue the process until the left side of the
outer bag is compressed sufciently.
Fig. 8 Fig. 9
5. Zip the outer bag half way closed (Fig. 10) and repeat the process to tighten the right side
of the outer bag as described in steps 3 & 4. Fully close the zipper once the right side of the
outer bag has been compressed sufciently (Fig. 11).
Fig. 11
Fig. 10
NOTE: Grasp the outer bag at the top and bottom, pull to straighten out the zipper track, then
close the zipper.
6. Tie the retractors together on each side using
a single overhand knot just below the grommet
hole. Do not trim excess of the retractors at this
time as adjustment in the tension might still be
needed (Fig. 12).
Fig. 12
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