Aqua Lung Kodiak 360 Owner's manual

Brand: Aqua Lung

Model: Kodiak 360

Type: Owner's manual

Aqua Lung Kodiak 360 is a drysuit designed for comfort and convenience, used by professional divers for its performance and durability. It features an adjustable high-flow auto-exhaust valve for hands-off buoyancy control, an inflator valve for air adjustment, and a low-pressure hose for connection to a first stage. The suit includes suspenders, inflation hose, zipper lubricant, and an owner's manual. Accessories are available to enhance comfort and practicality. It meets the manufacturer's technical specifications based on EN14225-2:2005 requirements.

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

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

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

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 difculting locating or patching a hole, we recommend you see an

authorized dealer for assistance.

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Patching a Hole

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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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

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Aqua Lung Kodiak 360 Owner's manual

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