Dive Rite TravelPac User manual

TravelPac/VoyagerPac Manual

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Congratulations…
…on your Dive Rite BC purchase. e TravelPac and Voy-
agerPac are essentially the same BC, diering only in air
cell size and li capacity. ey have been designed, manu-
factured, and tested for the highest possible performance
and reliability. With proper use and maintenance outlined
in this manual it will provide you with many years of out-
standing service.
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Contents
Congratulations….................................................................. ii
1.0 Important Warnings ......................................... 1
2.0 CE Certication.................................................. 4
2.1 EN 250: 2000 norm regulations
and what they mean............................................................... 4
2.2 Denition of S according to
EN 250: 2000........................................................................... 5
2.3 Limitations Provided by
EN 250: 2000........................................................................... 5
3.0 Important Precautions Relating to CE
Certication.............................................................. 6
4.0 General Information......................................... 8
5.0 Harness/Air Cell Features ................................ 9
5.1 Technical Specications ................................................ 10
5.2 Air Cells........................................................................... 12
6.0 Optional Accessories...................................... 13
7.0 Sizing ................................................................. 14
7.1 Shoulder Pads.................................................................. 15
7.2 Sideplates with Adjustment Strap................................ 15
8.0 Attaching Single Cylinders............................ 17
8.1 Tank Height Adjustment Strap.................................... 17
8.2 reading Cam Buckle ................................................. 18

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9.0 Donning/Adjusting Your BC.......................... 22
9.1 Donning Your BC .......................................................... 22
9.2 Adjusting Your BC......................................................... 23
10.0 BC Ination and Deation........................... 26
10.1 Connecting the Low-Pressure Inator ..................... 26
10.2 Low-Pressure Inator Operation............................... 27
10.3 Oral Ination................................................................ 27
10.4 BC Deation ................................................................. 28
11.0 Pre-, Post-Dive Procedures.......................... 32
11.1 Pre-Dive Inspection/Valve Test.................................. 32
11.2 Post-Dive Cleaning ...................................................... 33
11.3 Transportation, Storage and General Protection.... 35
11.4 Inspection and Service Interval ................................. 35
Important: Your TravelPac/VoyagerPac will have a
sewn-in label that lists both the serial number and date
of manufacture. Record this information in the space
provided in the back of this manual. Do not detach these
labels, as they are essential for warranty service.

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1.0 Important Warnings
Read this manual carefully before diving with the
TravelPac/VoyagerPac so that you thoroughly under-
stand this user manual and all other warnings that
accompany the product. Retain this manual for as
long as you own your BC. If you do not understand
any part of this manual, contact Dive Rite at (386)
752-1087 or [e-mail].
Make sure you fully understand this BC’s features
and function, and adjust the straps correctly before
diving. If in doubt, ask your authorized Dive Rite
dealer for help.
Before diving, you should have the proper training
from a qualied instructor and obtain certication
from a recognized training agency. Your training
should include a minimum of entry-level open wa-
ter scuba diver training, mastering the basic skills of
buoyancy control, the use of buoyancy control devices
(BCs), oral ination of BCs, low-pressure ination of
BCs, and deation of BCs using a variety of methods.

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is manual is not a substitute for diver training
from a recognized diver training organization. Fail-
ure to obtain training and certication in safe diving
practices can lead to serious personal injury or death.
If you wear a weight belt with the TravelPac/Voyag-
erPac, you must fasten the crotch strap rst and then
put the weight belt on over it. Failure to do so may
hinder your ability to release the weight belt in an
emergency. is, in turn, can cause serious injury or
death.
Changes to the TravelPac/VoyagerPac, or use of af-
ter-market accessories, can prevent its proper func-
tion or result in damage to the BC. is can cause
serious personal injury or death.
e TravelPac/VoyagerPac is not a United States
Coast Guard approved personal otation device
(PFD). e BC will not provide face-up otation for
all users and conditions.

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e TravelPac/VoyagerPac should not be used as the
sole form of otation; divers should have additional
forms of otation, such as wet suits or dry suits, to
provide buoyancy in case they need to abandon the
BC or it malfunctions.
e TravelPac/VoyagerPac is not a li bag. Attempt-
ing to use it as such places a diver at extreme risk for
dangerous, uncontrolled ascent.
is BC is not a breathing device. Never breathe from
the BC. Your BC may contain gas residue, liquid, or
contamination that may result in serious personal
injury or death if inhaled.
In accordance with European standards, Dive Rite
BCs can only be considered certied where all com-
ponents are present, as per the original Dive Rite con-
guration. Any variation of the original congura-
tion invalidates conformity to European certication
standards.

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2.0 CE Certification
e PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) mentioned in
this manual was tested and certied according to 89/686/
EEC Directive, for a maximum depth of 50 meters (150
feet) by ITALCERT, Viale Sarca 336, 20126 Milano-Italy,
Notied Body No. 0426. e device is in compliance with
the EN 250 (PPE of category III in accordance with 89/686/
EEC Directive) and EN 1809 (PPE of category II in accor-
dance with 89/686/EEC Directive) and it is not a lifejacket;
it does not guarantee a head-up position of the wearer on
the surface. CE0426 is the conformity marking according
to 89/686/CDD Directive. e number 0426 identies the
Notied Body ITALCERT for the controls on the product
according to Article 11A of the 89/686/CDD Directive (only
for PPEs of III category).
2.1 EN 250: 2000 norm regulations
and what they mean
e requirements and tests dened by the EN 250: 2000
standard aim to ensure a minimum safety level for the op-
eration of underwater breathing equipment. In Europe, the
EN 250: 2000 norm denes the minimum technical stan-
dards of acceptance for recreational diving regulators. All
Dive Rite regulators have successfully passed the certica-
tion test required by this regulation.

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2.2 Denition of Scuba according to
EN 250: 2000
is regulation denes a S unit as a self-contained
open-circuit underwater breathing apparatus. A S 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.
2.3 Limitations Provided by
EN 250: 2000
e S unit can be comprised of separate components
such as: cylinder(s), regulator(s), pressure gauge. e Dive
Rite 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. e air contained in the cyl-
inder must comply with the requirements for breathable air
dened by EN 12021 norm. e maximum operating depth
is 50 meters (164 .) however divers must conform to the
limits set by local regulations in force at the diving location.

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3.0 Important Precautions
Relating to CE Certification
nUse this equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in this manual and only aer having completely
read and understood all instructions and warnings.
nUse of this equipment is limited to the uses described in
this manual or for applications approved in writing by
Dive Rite.
nCylinders must only be lled with atmospheric com-
pressed air, according to the EN 12021 norm. Should
moisture be present in the cylinder, beside causing corro-
sion of the cylinder, it may cause freezing and subsequent
malfunction of the equipment during dives carried
nIn temperatures 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.

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nis equipment must be serviced by qualied personnel at
the prescribed intervals. Repairs and maintenance must be
carried out by an Authorized Dive Rite Dealer service facil-
ity and with the exclusive use of original Dive Rite parts.
nDive Rite equipment must be serviced at recommended
intervals by a qualied technician. Failure to service Dive
Rite equipment at recommended intervals or by untrained
individuals will void the warranty and can lead to serious
injury or death.
nAny components replaced on a Dive Rite product must be
replaced with genuine Dive Rite parts.
nUse of Dive Rite equipment for purposes other than their
intended use can lead to serious injury or death.
ne content of this manual is based upon the latest infor-
mation available at the time of going to print. Dive Rite
reserves the right to make changes at any time.
nAll dives must be planned and carried out so that at the
end of the dive the diver will still have a reasonable re-
serve of air for emergency use. e suggested amount is
generally no less than 50 bar/725 psi.
Dive Rite refuses all responsibility for damages caused by
non-compliance with the instructions contained in this
manual. ese instructions do not extend the warranty or
the responsibilities stated by Dive Rite terms of sales and
delivery.
Always perform a pre-dive and post-dive inspection
of the BC.

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4.0 General Information
A BC harness and air cell can serve many functions. Chief
among them:
ne harness serves as the primary attachment point for
single cylinders, as well as the optional integrated weight
system and other accessories.
ne air cell and low-pressure inator can be used to help
oset buoyancy loss due to wet suit or dry suit compres-
sion. e air cell is not, however, intended to compensate
for intentional overweighting.
ne air cell can also be used to facilitate resting or swim-
ming at the surface. It is not intended to substitute, how-
ever, for overweighting or failure to have reserve buoyancy
in the form of a wet suit or dry suit.

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5.0 Harness/Air Cell Features
e TravelPac/VoyagerPac uses a true mountaineer back-
pack design with integrated hip pads, molded foam lumbar
support pad, and ergonomic shoulder pads. e TravelPac
is available in sizes XS-XL; the VoyagerPac is available in
sizes XS-XXL
Figure 5a: TravelPac/VoyagerPac harness features
ne BC evenly balances weight across the hips and back
distributing the weight of single or double tanks. e dual
density foam hip pads hug the lower back giving critical

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support and cushioning. Narrow, double-foam shoulder
pads t perfectly beneath the 50 mm/2.0 in shoulder web-
bing to give chafe-free comfort.
ne high-tech, molded foam lumbar pad is contoured in
all the right places with mesh airow channels for instant
draining topside. Chest support strap provides ultimate
load distribution and when used with the removable, 38
mm/1.5 in crotch strap provides outstanding stability and
comfort in the water.
nTransition plates at the shoulders allow for quick addition/
deletion of hardware and nite adjustments. Dual cam
straps are positioned to give plenty of head room for easy
maneuvering in the water.
nNeutrally buoyant, the TravelPac/VoyagerPac weighs less
than 3 kg/7 lbs and packs at for travel. Optional weight
pockets slide easily onto the waist belt.
5.1 Technical Specications
nSo backplate constructed of 1000 denier ballistic nylon
for maximum tear and abrasion resistance
nMarine grade stainless sideplates provide custom t and
performance depending on placement at waist
nShoulder straps feature pivot rings at chest level for load
distribution and acetyl resin quick release buckles for easy
do and don
nAcetyl resin engineered plastic quick release buckles on
the 50 mm/2.0 in nylon webbing rated at 3,175 kg/7,000
lbs breaking strength forms the shoulder and waist straps.
n91 cm/36 in cam strap with lightweight marine grade
stainless steel buckle.

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nMarine-grade, stainless steel hardwares.
nCrotch strap D-ring can support 25 mm/1.0 in, 38 mm/1.5
in or 50 mm/2.0 in straps. A 38 mm/1.5 in crotch strap with
stainless scooter ring and slide-release buckle is standard.
nMade in the USA.
Harness Weight
TravelPac/VoyagerPac weights are as follow:
nTravelPac: 2.9 kg/6.5 lbs
nVoyagerPac: 3.0 kg/6.6 lb
Shelf life
Shelf life is seven years for a new, unused BC when deated
and stored in a sealed container or bag at typical room tem-
perature, with no exposure to UV.
Operating Temperature Range
nAir: -20° C to +50° C/-4° F to 122° F
nWater: -2° C to +40° C/28 °F to 104° F
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 be-
low 10° C/50° F. is instruction is beyond the scope
of this manual.

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Low-Pressure Inator Mechanism
nLP hose and Pneumatic Ination Valve operating pres-
sure: 6.5-13.8 bar/95-200 psi
nLow-Pressure inator hose threads: 3/8-24 UNF
nO-Rings/Seals: EPDM, Buna/Nitrile, Silicone
5.2 Air Cells
e TravelPac andVoyagerPac dier only in the size and li
capacity of their air cells.
Wing
Series Rated Lift Use With Cylinders Up To Recommendations
Travel 100 Newtons Single 12 Liter Compact, lightweight;
ideal for travel
Voyager 170 Newtons Single 15 Liter Versatile, all-around
recreational air cell
is product is designed for use with gas mixtures
containing no more than 40% oxygen. Use of mix-
tures with increased oxygen or the addition of he-
lium or other substances may cause corrosion, de-
terioration, premature aging or component failure.
is can result in loss of buoyancy or compromise
the integrity of the BC, resulting in injury or death.
Non-standard gas mixtures may also present a risk
of re or explosion. Use only mixtures containing no
more than 40% oxygen.

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6.0 Optional Accessories
Optional accessories include:
nDive Rite Gravity Weight Pockets or 7.25 kg/16 lb or 14.5
kg/32 lb QB Weight Pockets
nDive Rite Bellows or Clipper Pocket
nDive Rite Z-Knife or Trauma Shears
nDive Rite Li Bag or Surface Marker Tube

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7.0 Sizing
For maximum comfort and best performance, your BC
must t you properly. Your TravelPac/VoyagerPac should
be properly sized to your stature and individual comfort.
For all divers, it is easiest to start with your T-Shirt size and
then adapt for your height and weight.
Men’s Sizing
BC Size T-Shirt Size Height Weight
XS XXS /XS <152 cm/<5’0” <48 kg/ <105 lbs
SXS/S 152-160 cm/5’0” to 5’3” 44-57 kg/ 100-125 lbs
MS/M 160-170 cm/5’3” to 5’7” 50-70 kg/ 110-155 lbs
LM/L 170-213 cm/5’7” to 6’2” 66-84 kg/ 145-185 lbs
XL XL 178-193 cm/5’10” to 6’4” 79-102 kg/ 175-225 lbs
XXL XXL >213 cm+/>6’2” >95 kg/ >210 lbs
Women’s and Kids’ Sizing
BC Size T-Shirt Size Height Weight
XS XXS /XS <152 cm/<5’0” <48 kg/ <105 lbs
SXS/S 152-160 cm/5’0” to 5’3” 44-57 kg/ 100-125 lbs
MS/M 160-170 cm/5’3” to 5’7” 50-70 kg/ 110-155 lbs
LM/L 170-213 cm/5’7” to 6’2” 66-84 kg/ 145-185 lbs
XL XL >178 cm/>5’10” >79 kg/ >175 lbs
ere are two primary components to the TravelPac/
VoyagerPac:
nShoulder pads.
nSideplates with adjustment straps.
Let’s take a look at each.

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7.1 Shoulder Pads
Shoulder pad length determines the size of the harness.
e shoulder pad terminates on the chest at the pivot point
for the chest strap and sideplate straps. T-shirt size is nor-
mally a good indicator of what size shoulder pad is needed
for an optimal t. A size change on the shoulder pads is 50
mm/2.0 in from size to size.
nFor men, shoulder pads should terminate on the chest
around the nipple line. If you are in between sizes, it’s easy
to adjust the shoulder pads by moving them forward one
25 cm/1.0 in. If you need to adjust it 50 cm/2.0 in or more
you should move up a size. Remember, moving up a size is
only changing the shoulder pad length.
nFor women the shoulder pad should terminate just above
the bust line for a proper t.
7.2 Sideplates with Adjustment Strap
ne sideplate is on the waist belt and its positioning is very
important for t and comfort. Too far forward and you
lose the hip support of the backplate, too far back and you
may not have enough adjustment strap and the harness
may feel too small.
ne average t for the sideplates is to have them covered
by your arms when they are by your side. is is approxi-
mately 50 cm/2.0 in behind the belt loop on the hip pads.
Larger waist lines may need to shi this forward but nev-
er move it forward of where your arms are when by your
side.

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nAll harnesses leave the factory adjusted for average t. You
may need to do some adjustments to get the most comfort
and stability. For sizing questions or concerns, contact
Dive Rite at 800-495-1046 or [e-mail].
Video: To understand how a TravelPac/VoyagerPac
should t and see the critical tting points, go to
www.DiveRite.com/DiveRiteTV and see our how-to
videos.