Scubatech SIDE 16 AVENGER User manual

SIDE 16 AVENGER
Sidemount System
User Manual
Version 1.0, August 10th, 2015

Disclaimer
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Table of Contents
Disclaimer............................................................................................................................ 2
Table of Contents................................................................................................................ 3
Introduction......................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Precautions.............................................................................................................. 5
Definition of Notes, Warnings and Cautions....................................................................... 5
General Warnings................................................................................................................ 6
Technical data ..................................................................................................................... 7
Overview.............................................................................................................................. 8
Front view ......................................................................................................................... 8
Back view .......................................................................................................................... 9
Configuring the SIDE 16 AVENGER..................................................................................10
Overview...........................................................................................................................10
Adapting the harness........................................................................................................10
Recommendations for tank rigging....................................................................................14
Tank configuration ............................................................................................................16
How to attach a tank to the SIDE 16 AVENGER...............................................................17
Left tank........................................................................................................................17
Right tank......................................................................................................................17
Instructions for maintenance and care.............................................................................18
Before the dive..................................................................................................................18
After the dive.....................................................................................................................19

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Introduction
Scubatech gear is the result of many years of research and development, and Scubatech
has utilized proven materials and design to maximize reliability and performance.
This manual is intended as a guide for the end user.
The sidemount system described here is designed and intended for divers who have
successfully completed a special training course for sidemount diving and who are aware of
the distinctive features of this product.
This system must NOT be used by untrained persons, not familiar with sidemount diving or
diving in general.
Should you have any further questions, please contact your dealer, the distributor in your
country or Scubatech Sp. z. o.o.

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Safety Precautions
This manual provides an overview on the usage of the Scubatech SIDE 16 AVENGER
Sidemount System.
Please read each section completely and carefully PRIOR to using this system.
This will familiarize you with the product features.
Pay close attention to all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES that are intended to draw
your attention to items of importance.
Definition of Notes, Warnings and Cautions
Note
Emphasizes important information and hints.
Warning
Indicates any situation or technique that may result in potential damage to
the product, or that renders the product unsafe, if instructions are not
followed correctly.
Caution
Indicates a procedure or situation, that may result in serious injury or
death for the user, if instructions are not followed correctly.

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General Warnings
Please read the following carefully!
The Scubatech SIDE 16 AVENGER Sidemount System is intended for divers trained
in sidemount diving. If you are not trained, please refer to a local or national diving
association, offering such training courses.
As with all diving equipment, improper use or misuse of this system can lead to injury
or death.
This system is not a life jacket. It will not stabilize the person wearing it on the
surface. It will not provide a head-up position for unconscious persons.
Don’t use the system as your sole way of buoyancy compensation.
This system is intended for temperature conditions between 1 °C and 40 °C.
Always inspect this system before diving.
Should it not function properly, DO NOT DIVE.
Always adapt your choice of tanks to the maximum lifting capacity of this system
(16 l). The manufacture recommends using 2 x 80 cft aluminium cylinders.

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Technical data
Buoyancy: 16 kg/35 lbs
4 Integrated weight pockets and 2 external weight pockets on the waist belt
Max. weight pocket capacity: 19 kg
Flexible stitched harness plate
Adjustable waist belt and shoulder straps
Adjustable crotch strap
5 D-Rings (stainless steel)
2 sliding D-rings
dump valve left or right, depending on inflator mounting
rear dump valve
K-type inflator (33 cm/13'') standard. Extra 50cm inflator hose in set.
Inflator can be mounted left or right
Detachable beaver tail
Material: Cordura 2000
Ready to use with all hardware and bungees needed
EC type examination by:
Polski Rejestr Statków S. A.
(www.prs.pl)
Notified body no. 1463
Certificate CW/PPE/218/2013
This product complies with
- PN-EN 1809:2001
- PN-EN 250:2003/A1:2007

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Overview
This chapter describes the general setup and the features of the
SIDE 16 AVENGER Sidemount System.
Front view
1 –Shoulder straps
2 –Inflator bungee mount
3 –Tank bungees
4 –Inflator (positioned right or left)
5 –Extra dump valve (inter changeable with the inflator)
6 –4 integrated weight pockets (2.5 kg each)
7 –2 sliding D-rings
8 –Flexible stitched harness plate

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Back view
1 –Fixed D-rings on waist belt
2 –Detachable beaver tail (4 SS bolts and delrin nuts)
3 –Crotch strap
4 –Battery mount on crotch strap

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Configuring the SIDE 16 AVENGER
Overview
The SIDE 16 AVENGER Sidemount System is delivered pre-assembled and only needs to
be adapted to your size and diving gear.
Note
The proper configuration for your individual needs might take some time,
but it is worth it. With a thorough configuration, you will gain a perfect trim,
so you can enjoy all the advantages of sidemount diving.
Adapting the harness
Wearing your diving suit, put on the SIDE 16 AVENGER.
Tighten the shoulder belts by adapting their length. Do not over-tighten –they should
fit comfortably, but close to the body. The shoulder straps can be adjusted on top or
on the flexible harness plate. Easy and quick adjustment can best be made on top,
e.g. for teaching purposes etc.
Adjusting the shoulder straps on top of the
bladder.
Adjusting the shoulder straps at the
flexible harness plate.