Ocean Reef SAV III Basic User manual

SAV III Basic
OWNER’S MANUAL

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SAV III Basic - OWNER’S MANUAL
1 - INTRODUCTION
2 - GENERAL WARNINGS / OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
3 - FEATURES
4 - GLOSSARY
5 - ASSEMBLY
6 - TROUBLESHOOTING
7 - MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND STORAGE
8 - SPARE PARTS
9 - WARRANTY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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For more than 70 years, OCEAN REEF has been involved in the underwater
diving industry. We have contributed much to this industry, from ns and
snorkels to the most modern systems of underwater communication. Through
the spirit of intrepid pioneers, brilliant inventors, passionate divers, and dynamic
entrepreneurs, OCEAN REEF has been able to turn dreams into reality in the
underwater world.
1 - INTRODUCTION
The Manufacturer has carefully worded and edited this owner’s manual.
However, in no event the Manufacturer will be responsible for any damage
caused by the incorrect interpretation of its content, nor due to any misprints
and/or incompleteness in the text.
The Manufacturer will not accept liabilities for any damage caused by:
• Insufcient, incorrect and improper maintenance, failing to comply with the
manual’s recommendations
• Absence of periodic tests and checks
• Incorrect and improper use
• Failing to comply with guidelines included in the owner’s manual
• Alterations and/or modications of the SAV III Basic
If any of the above were to occur, considering these actions are potentially
dangerous to the health and life of the users, the manufacturer is released of
any responsibility and the warranty is void.
The Manufacturer is an ISO 9001:2015 certied company (https://diving.
oceanreefgroup.com/support/#ISO_CC).
If you lose this manual or if you should require more copies, you can
download it at diving.oceanreefgroup.com/support/ or contact the
Manufacturer: Mestel Safety SRL, Via Arvigo 2, 16010 Sant’Olcese
(GE), IT. Phone: [phone]. E-mail: infoitaly@oceanreefgroup.
com. Website: diving.oceanreefgroup.com

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A WARNING indicates a procedure or situation that, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death to the user.
A CAUTION indicates any situation or technique that could cause damage to the
product, and could subsequently result in injury to the user.
A NOTE is used to emphasize important points, tips, and reminders.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
Pay special attention to information provided in warnings, cautions, and notes that is
accompanied by these symbols:
2 - GENERAL WARNINGS / OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
While this is a product of high quality, the user is not exempt from problems
connected with the incorrect use of the product or failure to follow the rules of
safe diving.
If the instructions provided in the manual are unclear or difcult to understand, please contact
OCEAN REEF at [e-mail] before using the equipment or attempting any
repairs.
IMPORTANT
The content of this manual is based upon the latest information available at the time of print.
OCEAN REEF reserves the right to modify any products, processes and manufacturing techniques
at any time. It is the technicians’ responsibility to acquire the latest information and parts from
OCEAN REEF for service and repairs to be performed.
Carefully read this instruction manual before use, and keep it for future reference.
This instruction manual does not replace a diving course.
DO NOT USE the SAV III Basic if any part is broken.
DO NOT DIVE YOUR OCEAN REEF IDM IF SAV IS LEAKING WATER OR AIR. TROUBLE
SHOOT THE SAV IF THERE IS SIGN OF WATER OR AIR LEAKAGE.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN OR OVER OPEN THE SAV – THIS CAN CAUSE THE VALVE
CAP OR SCREW/RING TO BECOME STUCK OR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. As with all
valves operated while SCUBA diving, tightening, and opening should be done gently
and never with force. Saline, water, and other residues can affect operating the SAV.
Follow maintenance instructions properly to avoid issues.
It is essential that the diver using this product is properly trained and equipped and
fully understand these instructions before attempting to use the SAV. Testing the use
on surface and in conned water is strongly recommended.
Do not modify or alter the product in any way.

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In order to maintain the warranty, service and routine maintenance of the products
must be performed by the end user as indicated by OCEAN REEF and described in
chapter 8 MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND STORAGE.
For details, contact an authorized OCEAN REEF dealer at: https://diving.
oceanreefgroup.com/shop-dealers/
OCEAN REEF refuses all responsibility for damages caused by non-compliance with
the instructions contained in this manual. These instructions do not extend the warranty
or the responsibilities stated by OCEAN REEF terms of sales and delivery.
Before using the SAV III Basic the user must ensure that the product has been properly
inspected and maintained. (see Chapter 8 Maintenance, Cleaning and Storage).
Dust and any debris in the area of the SAV can cause malfunction in the product
or even compromise its correct use. In order to avoid this, before use, make sure
that the SAV is perfectly clean.
While the SAV provides the diver the ability of breathing ambient air on surface, it does
not change or eliminate the potential hazards of diving. As a further component of the
diver’s equipment, it should be operated according to this manual and included in
one’s conguration only when fully understood and condent use achieved.
While our SAVs feature a valve to avoid water to rush in the mask when submerged,
this is intended in vertical position and normal diving trim position. According to the
position of the valve, leaking can be more serious. For this reason, the valve should not
be forgotten open, upon submerging as instructed in this manual.
Check the COMMUNICATION port plug: it should be in place, screwed into it’s tting
if you have not installed a communication unit microphone/PTT assembly. IF you have
opened and closed this port plug, make sure youu have placed the at gaskeet that
should be on the inside perimeter - back in place.
Verifying quick connection hoses before the dive is imperative. Attach and detach
hoses from male connections multiple times (before and after pressurizing) to ensure
the connection system operates smoothly. Make sure, once nally connected, that the
coupling is secure by pulling on the female part of the hose, without unlocking the
quick connections. The hoses must remain assembled on the male part rmly. Always
make sure you do not get dirt, sand or other material in the hose mechanism.

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3 - FEATURES
The Surface Air Valve / SAV III / SAV III basic allows the diver to breathe ambient air while
at the surface conserving the diver’s gas supply.
To use, simply open the valve while on the surface or outside of the water to breathe
ambient air, and close it when ready to dive.
Keep in mind cold water diving might require specic procedures.
• Easy to grab, sturdy design.
• Large air vents
• Easy to assemble on the mask
*The Surface Air Valve III Basic is retro compatible with all prior OCEANREEF IDM
models that do not have a Professional or Neptune III SAV installed and an available
OCTOPUS/SAV port. The Neptune III SAV III is permanently installed on the IDM/FFM.
Scan the QR code and
watch the video tutorial
Code OR025030
SAVIII Basic
4 - GLOSSARY
(PART B)
BASE OF THE SAV
(PART A)
TOP OF THE SAV

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1 - Unscrew the OCTOPUS/SAV plug
from the port on the right side of the
mask (facing away from you).
5 - ASSEMBLY
2 - Make sure the at gasket is
located on the internal perimeter
of the port. Check integrity of the
gasket and ensure absence of
debris and dirt.
3 - Insert the SAV III Basic or SAV
in the OCTOPUS/SAV port aligning
the threads.

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4 - Holding the base of the SAV (part
B) as seen in the picture, screw in
the body of the SAV, very rmly, by
tightening clockwise.
5 - Now practice opening and closing the top (part A) of the SAV to ensure proper
operation of the product. Part A should be closed and opened by operating
only on the part itself and not the valve body (B). Opening the valve is achieved
turning part A counter-clockwise, closing = clockwise. Part A should not be
overtightened nor cranked open to avoid getting stuck.
A
BB
A
OPENING THE VALVE
PART A COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
CLOSING THE VALVE
PART A CLOCKWISE

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6 - WITH YOUR SCUBA SETUP CONNECTED AND OPEN (FULL)
CYLINDER donn the mask as instructed in Neptune III Series Products
manual, with part A SAV screw open. Once the mask is donned properly
test breathing from the SAV. You will notice you are breathing ambient
air and not gas from cylinder. Close the SAV screw (part A). Proper
sealing of the mask on the face and proper closing of the SAV will result
in you now breathing gas from cylinder.
NOTE! Before each dive make sure part B (SAV Body) is tightened
properly on the OCTOPUS/SAV mask port, if not fully tightened working
on part A (Top) can cause the body (B) to open resulting in water leaking
that could cause serious injury and may even lead to fatal accident.
Leaking SAV:
Any leaking should be easily spotted while operating the pre-dive checks before
descent. In case the leaking is noticed once the dive has started (bubbles seen
from the valve, or you feel water seeping in from the SAV side):
1. Ensure the SAV is closed while upright. If not, close the SAV and verify
you don’t have leaks. Exhaling/clearing the mask as per training skills will
dump all water and you will be able to identify if the SAV is still leaking.
2. If the SAV is closed, but it is still leaking ABORT THE DIVE. When on the
boat/on land, ensure the SAV is clean, doesn’t have any debris or other
deposit that prevent it from closing properly. If you have a SAV III basic
make sure the body of the valve is properly screwed in the port and
make sure that the gasket in the port is in place. If you own a Neptune
III with installed SAV III, make sure there is no debris or deposit that
prevents the ring to close, make sure the cap is not unscrewed.
If these steps of troubleshooting don’t result in a perfectly working SAV – contact
a Service Center or our Customer Service. DO NOT DIVE.
6 - TROUBLESHOOTING
A A
SAV OPEN
BREATHING AMBIENT AIR
SAV CLOSE
BREATHING GAS FROM CYLINDER

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Table 2: Periodic maintenance program
7.1 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Cleaning frequency must ensure to the user a good protection and the right functionality. When
using any disinfectant, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use. Follow this with
a thorough rinse in fresh water, and allow the equipment to dry completely before use. Since
some chemicals can damage surfaces, they should be tested prior to use for each individual item
or surface. After disinfecting, one must take care not to contaminate the equipment, such as by
handling it when storing. Therefore, dry, pack and store any sanitized equipment in a disinfected bag
or container using washed/sanitized hands. For an efcient cleaning of any part of the equipment,
soaking in clean warm water (around 40°C/100F°)
adding a colorless not perfumed hand washing liquid soap is suggested. Afterwards, rinse deeply
under fresh water to remove any soap residual and allow the perfect drying in a
safe and clean environment.
7 - MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND STORAGE
TYPE OF
ACTION FIRST USE
BEFORE
EACH
USE
AFTER A
DIVE
GENERAL
FUNCTION
CHECK X X
GENERAL
AND VISUAL
INSPECTION X X
CLEANING /
RINSING X
For optimum longevity of the SAV and
the proper functioning of its parts, we
recommend rinsing thoroughly with fresh
water after every use.
As this product cannot be dove on its
own, for proper instruction, refer to the
Neptune III Series Products user manual
and follow chapter 15’s information.
7.2 STORAGE
Product should be stored in a ventilated environment preferably between -10°C (14°F)
and +50°C (122°F), avoiding the direct action of sunlight, pollution, dirt, etc.
For both storage and transportation the product can be kept assembled on mask.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Butadiene
which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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1. The OCEAN REEF SAV III Basic is guaranteed to be free of material or manufacturing
defects for a period of 24 months from the time the unit is purchased.
2. For the duration of the above mentioned warranty, the Company’s responsibility
is limited to replacement of any parts that are defective and that have not been
used incorrectly or handled negligently. The product must be returned to the
outlet from which it was bought.
3. Even during the warranty period, this warranty shall not be valid where:
• Damage was caused by incorrect handling or carelessness.
• Damage was caused by the product falling after it was purchased.
• Damage caused by re, earthquake, oods, lightning, or other natural
disasters.
• The product has not been serviced as required.
• The product has been tampered with or has been repaired/serviced
with non-original parts.
9 - WARRANTY
8 - SPARE PARTS
You can nd a copy of this and other OCEAN REEF manuals online on our website.
In order to limit our paper consumption, and as a part of our environmental friendly
and responsible approach, OCEAN REEF recommends, in case you lose or damage this
manual, to consult the documentation present online rather than print it out.
Please refer to our web site:
diving.oceanreefgroup.com/support/
© OCEAN REEF 2023
No spare parts are available for this product, that can be swapped by end user.
Parts replacement or servicing must be managed by an authorized OCEANREEF service
center. For more information visit our website at: diving.oceanreefgroup.com/shop-dealers/

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OCEAN REEF Inc
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Vista, CA 92081
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
MESTEL Safety s.r.l
Via Arvigo 2, 16010 Genova (Italia)
Phone [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
diving.oceanreefgroup.com
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