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Aqua Lung Kodiak 360 Owner's manual

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Model: Kodiak 360
Version: 04/2017
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Your drysuit has been designed to provide you with the highest degree of comfort
and convenience. Our suits have been used by professional divers and have a
reputation for performance and durability. Each drysuit is individually inspected and
tank tested before it leaves our factory to ensure the highest quality.
From time to time your suit, including it's valves, zippers and seals, may require
professional service. If you suspect that service is required, or your suit or components
of the suit do not perform as they should, then you should immediately discontinue its
use and have it evaluated and serviced at your authorized dealer.
Components Supplied with your Drysuit: Suspenders, ination hose, zipper
lubricant, and Owner's Manual.
Drysuit Accessories: A full range of accessories are available to add to the comfort
or practicality of using your drysuit. For details, please visit aqualung.com.
Certication: Your drysuit satises the requirements of the manufacturer’s technical
specications (based upon EN14225-2:2005 requirements).
INPP - Notied Body Information
Notied Body Number: 0078
Address: Entree #3 Port de la Pointe Rouge,
BP. 157 13267 Marseille, Cedex 08, France
Manufactured by:
Aqua Lung Canada Ltd
6820 Kirkpatrick Crescent
Saanichton, British Columbia
V8M 1Z9 Canada
tel: 1.800.667.5449 fax: 1.888.667.7247
Congratulations on your Drysuit Purchase
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Critical Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guidance & Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6
Exhaust Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Inator Valve & Low Pressure Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Drysuit Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Donning & Dofng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Drysuit Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Finding a Leak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Patching a Hole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Size Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Table of Contents
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Critical Safety Precautions
This is not a diving instruction manual, nor does it eliminate the necessity for
obtaining professional instruction in the operation of a drysuit or having a diving
certication. The user is therefore advised to obtain such instruction as well as
familiarizing him or herself with the information contained in this manual prior to
operation of any drysuit.
1. Complete a drysuit diving course from an instructor and stay current.
2. Always use a buoyancy compensation device (BCD) when diving with a drysuit.
3. Know your equipment and emergency procedures.
4. Practice your drysuit diving skills under controlled conditions until you are fully
conversant. If diving in open water, consider using a shot line or the boat’s anchor
line to control your ascent.
5. If diving with a buddy ensure that he/she understands your drysuit system.
6. Use the correct amount of insulation for the water temperature you are diving in and
your exercise rate.
7. Don't weight yourself heavier than neutral buoyancy with an empty tank.
Your weighting should allow you to make a safety stop at an appropriate depth in
accordance with the decompression schedule in use.
8. Inspect your valves, zipper and seals for proper performance before each dive.
9. Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on your suit and valves regularly, or
have them serviced by a qualied individual.
10. Know your limitations and do not exceed them.
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Use: This suit should only be used in conditions appropriate for this type of CE
certication, within user qualications and in accordance with the regulations of the
local jurisdiction. The maximum operating depth limit is indicated by the CE standards
for certifying breathing apparatus (i.e. 50 meters).
Variation of Buoyancy: Improper use or misuse of this drysuit could result in the
loss of buoyancy control, including uncontrolled descents and uncontrolled rapid
ascents, which could result in decompression sickness, air embolism, drowning and
death. The presence of a volume gas inside the suit will be subject to the effects of
compression and expansion relative to the hydrostatic pressure. Inappropriate use of
the inator and the purge could cause squeeze during the descent as well as a too-fast
ascent, which could result in a decompression accident. An undergarment used in
combination with this drysuit shall allow free passage of air between the user’s body
and the deation device for proper exhausting and ination. Do not use the drysuit
as a lift bag. If you use the drysuit as a lift bag and lose the grip on the object, you
may become excessively buoyant. This may result in rapid ascent. Rapid ascent is
dangerous and may cause air embolism or decompression sickness, either of which
can result in serious injury or death.
Ination Gas: Introducing gas into the suit should serve only to control the internal
volume. Use of a drysuit will in no way replace the need for a buoyancy compensation
device (BCD). This suit is intended for use with compressed air. Do not use any other
gas or mixture for ination of the suit. Using oxygen enriched gas with a percentage of
oxygen exceeding 40% for ination presents a risk of re and explosion. When using
argon there is a risk of this gas getting into a full-face mask and the breathing system
through the hood. The effects of breathing argon are more narcotic than nitrogen when
under increased partial pressure.
Guidance & Warnings
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Thermal Protection: This suit leaves your face and hands in direct contact with the
water. The temperature of the water in which you will use this suit will likely require that
you also wear a hood and gloves. This suit alone does not provide thermal protection.
Only undergarments with a thickness appropriate to the temperature of the water can
provide thermal protection. Several types of undergarments are available. The choice
of undergarment is inuenced by the material used in the drysuit and the temperature
of the water in which you plan to dive. An inappropriate choice of undergarment
could cause hypothermia or hyperthermia. Only specialized training will give you the
knowledge required to make the best choice of equipment.
Work Rate: Work rates will be inuenced by choice of undergarment being worn and
water temperature. Too high of a work rate in conjunction with a thick undergarment
and/or warm water temperature could cause hyperthermia. Only specialized training
will give you the knowledge required to make the best choice of equipment.
Fitting: Reference the appropriate size chart for your suit to assist with selecting the
correct size for your body. It is important that you try on the suit in a specialized dive
shop offering you the advice of qualied and experienced staff. If you choose a suit that
is too tight you may experience squeeze problems during the descent. If the suit is too
big for your size you may experience problems of over-expansion that could cause an
uncontrolled ascent. Neck and wrist seals need to be adapted to the size of the diver.
Allergic Reaction: Some individuals may be allergic to contact with materials in
this suit such as latex or neoprene. If you suffer from allergies, consult a doctor before
using the suit.
Guidance & Warnings
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Exhaust Valve
Your drysuit is equipped with an adjustable high-ow auto-exhaust valve allowing the
highest degree of hands-off buoyancy control.
Venting: Rotate faceplate clockwise for decreased venting and counter-clockwise
for increased venting. Pushing down on the faceplate will allow manual air release.
Checks: Make sure that your exhaust valve body is screwed hand-tight into the suit
before each dive. Check the exhaust valve faceplate setting before each dive. If your
valve is not working correctly abandon your dive and have the valve inspected by an
authorized technician.
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1. Screw the low pressure inate hose into the low-pressure port on your rst stage.
Do not use a high-pressure port!
2. Slide hose connector back to lock hose into place over inate valve nipple.
3. Pushing the button center on the inate valve will add air to your suit.
Important: Check that your inate valve body is screwed hand-tight into the suit before
each dive. If your valve is not working correctly abandon your dive and have the valve
inspected by your dealer.
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Inator Valve & Low Pressure Hose
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Drysuit Care
Zipper Care: Keep your zipper free of sand and debris by spraying with clean fresh
water after every use. Stubborn debris lodged in the zipper can be removed with a
soft toothbrush and mild soap. When opening or closing a zipper, avoid catching
undergarment material in the dry zipper teeth. If zipper slider becomes jammed, do not
continue pulling. Back zipper up and clear debris or clothing. Do not force your zipper.
Keep your zipper lubricated, parafn wax is ideal. Do not use oil-based lubricants or
silicone spray as they can damage the zipper material. Lubricate zipper teeth after
each dive.
Seal Care: Seals can be fragile. Avoid contact with petroleum based products
such as lotions, and petroleum based silicone lubricants, as they will accelerate the
deterioration of seals. For lubrication use talcum powder or cornstarch. Avoid sharp
objects (rings, earrings, and ngernails) as they may tear the seal. Extended exposure
to sunlight will damage seals. Exposure to extreme cold will stiffen latex seals, ensure
latex seals are warmed to pliable condition before attempting to stretch them.
Fitting Latex Seals: You may want to ne-tune the t of your latex seals. If your
latex seals seem too tight, they can be trimmed to create a comfortable t. Using
scissors, carefully trim off 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) at a time, checking the t each time. You
do not have to wear your suit during this process, just slide wrist or your neck into the
seals to test the t as you go along. The latex seals should be snug but not tight. You
may want your dealer to assist you in tting your seals. Warning: Neck seals that are
too tight may restrict blood ow to the brain resulting in serious injury.
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Caution: When opening or closing the zipper avoid catching undergarment material
in the dry zipper teeth. If zipper slider becomes jammed, do not continue pulling. Back
zipper up and clear debris or clothing. Do not force your zipper. Use talcum powder on
seals as a lubricant to assist in sliding into seals.
Donning:
1. Adjust suspenders for a snug yet comfortable t. The suspenders should hold the
suit up in the crotch. They should not be too tight or they will restrict bending over.
2. Push hands through the wrist seals, using your free hand to expand the wrist
opening. If wearing neoprene seals, tuck 1.5 -2" under all the way around the seal.
Use thumb loops on undergarment to hold garment in place, eliminating bunching.
3. Tuck undergarment thumb loops back under seal after your hand has been pushed
through.
4. Using both hands, stretch the neck seal over your head. If wearing a neoprene seal,
tuck 1.5-2" under all the way around the seal.
5. Zip up your dry zipper. Have your dive buddy check it is closed all the way. Zip up
the protective over zipper.
6. Adjust your ankle straps so they are snug, but not so tight that they are
uncomfortable.
7. When donning a hood, tuck the bottom of the hood under the neck collar.
Warning: Avoid sharp objects (rings, earrings, ngernails) when donning suits.
Dofng: When removing your drysuit, follow the same steps as above in reverse. If
wearing neoprene seals, roll the seal out rst so the nylon is against your skin.
Donning & Dofng
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When storing your drysuit, be careful not to fold the zipper back on itself. For
prolonged storage, it is best to hang your suit from the legs, with the zipper in the
open position. Hang it in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight and away from electric
motors or fumes (chlorine, diesel or gas). After prolonged storage check the seals for
cracking or loss of stretch. Natural rubber components generally have a lifetime of 5
years before needing replacement.
Folding:
1. With the zipper open, lay the suit facing down.
2. Roll the suit starting at the feet working toward the neck seal.
3. Loosely fold the arms together over the body of the suit.
Transport: For transport, do not stuff your suit in a bag that is too small or the zipper
may get bent.
Disposal: When your drysuit can no longer be repaired for safe use, dispose of the
garment in accordance with regulations within your jurisdiction.
Drysuit Storage
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Finding a Leak: To nd a hole you will need: mild soap, 2 pop cans, a water container
or spray bottle, tank, regulator, twine, and chalk.
1. Unzip the drysuit. From the suit interior, loosen and remove the inate valve.
2. From the suit exterior, reassemble and tighten the inate valve. The valve should be
reversed with the inate button on the interior of the suit.
3. Turn the suit inside out.
4. Place pop cans in wrist seals and tie snug with twine.
5. Gather the neck seal and tie snug with twine.
6. Attach ination hose to the tank and infate the suit fully by pressing the ination
valve button.
7. With the suit inated, pour or spray water & soap mixture over suspected leak areas
until hole is located.
8. Mark areas where bubbles appear with chalk.
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Finding a Leak
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Patching a Hole: To patch a hole you will need a dry adhesive patch (available from
your dealer), methyl ethyl ketone/toluene/acetone/alcohol, paper towel, hot air source
(a good quality hair dryer is adequate) and a pair of scissors.
1. Cut the dry adhesive patch to the desired size and shape. Round off any points.
2. Liberally clean the area sourn the hole with methyl ethyl ketone, toluene, acetone,
or alcohol. Do the same with the patch.
3. Promptly apply patch over hole and press rmly.
4. Using a hot air source, apply heat to the patch. Use extreme caution! Keep
moving the heat around and do not focus it at any one point for an extended period of
time.
5. Press patch rmly with an object that can withstand heat. Caution! Patch may be
extremely hot! Let patch cool for 15 minutes and inspect bond. Adhesive lm should
be bonded to both surfaces. If bond is not secure repeat heat process and inspect
bond again.
If you are having difculting locating or patching a hole, we recommend you see an
authorized dealer for assistance.
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Patching a Hole
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Size Chart
SM MD ML LG XL 2XL
168 - 173
CM 173 - 178 CM 178 - 183 CM 183 - 187 CM 187 - 191 CM 191 - 196 CM
5'6" - 5'8" 5'8" - 5'10" 5'10" - 6' 6' - 6'2" 6'2" - 6'3" 6'3" - 6'5"
90 - 96
CM 96 - 101 CM 101 - 106 CM 106 - 111 CM 111 - 116 CM 116 - 120 CM
36" - 38" 38" - 40" 40" - 42" 42" - 44" 44" - 46" 46" - 48"
90 - 96
CM 96 - 101 CM 101 - 106 CM 106 - 111 CM 111 - 116 CM 116 - 120 CM
36" - 38" 38" - 40" 40" - 42" 42" - 44" 44" - 46" 46" - 48"
74 - 79
CM 76 - 81 CM 79 - 84 CM 79 - 84 CM 81 - 86 CM 81 - 86 CM
29" - 31" 30" - 32" 31" - 33" 31" - 33" 32" - 34" 32" - 34"
EU 40/41 EU 42/43 EU 42/43 EU 44/45 EU 46/47 EU 46/47
MEN'S US 8 MEN'S US 9/10 MEN'S US 9/10 MEN'S US 11 MEN'S US 12/13 MEN'S US 12/13
CHEST
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