Aqua Lung SLT Neck / Wrist Seal Owner's manual

Brand: Aqua Lung

Model: SLT Neck / Wrist Seal

Type: Owner's manual

SLT NECK & WRIST SEAL

#63093

03/2018

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MOUNTING THE NECK SEAL

The SLT system is designed as a modular seal attachment platform providing the

opportunity to quickly change a broken, torn or aged seal. It allows you the exibility to

choose from a variety of seals made from neoprene, latex or silicone.

1. Place the Lock Ring on the inside of the seal. Reference photo #3 for correct

orientation of the Lock Ring. Ensure that approximately 1.5cm of the seal is pulled

over the Lock Ring.

2. Put the seal in position over the Neck Ring (mounted on your drysuit) with the Lock

Ring on top of the tapered groove in the Neck Ring.

3 - 4. Put the Neck Tite Tool in position as image displays. By applying force, press the

Lock Ring down into the tapered groove of the Neck Ring so that the Lock Ring

enters the groove and locks into position. Use a at surface when performing this

operation.

1. 2. 3. 4.

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5. Push the Neck Tite Tool forward along the Lock Ring until all of it has been force

into the groove in the Neck Ring. (Strive to get the same amount of excess part of

seal around the entire assembly, see image 6 of this section)

6. Ensure that the excess part of the seal is similar throughout the entire dressing. We

recommend between 1.5-2cm.

7. Check that the Lock Ring is in position by following the groove 360˚.

8. After completing the seal attachment section, perform a security check: Grab the

end of the seal as the image shows and pull it gently away from the joint to ensure

that it is seated properly. Do not use excessive force! Simulate the same force as

used when donning the suit.

MOUNTING THE NECK SEAL

5. 6. 7. 8.

1.5-2cm

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DETACHING THE NECK SEAL

1. Press the Neck Tite Tool towards the bottom of the groove in the Neck Ring. (See

also cross section in image 2 of this section).

2. Press the tool in the direction of the arrow and force the groove in the Neck Ring to

“open up” and start releasing the Lock Ring.

3. When the tool has reached the bottom of the groove, it’s time to use the tool to bend

up the Lock Ring from the groove.

4. Press up the Lock Ring from the groove.

5. When you have successfully released the Lock Ring you can use your ngers to pull

the seal and Lock Ring out of its position. If the same seal will be used again,

please be careful and check for damages on the seal.

Always make a leakage and stress test on your drysuit seals before diving.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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MOUNTING THE WRIST SEAL

1. Assemble the wrist seal by inserting it through the Oval Stiff Ring and bringing it

back 1.5cm over the ring.

2. Different drysuits, drysuit designs and fabrics demand a different approach when

mounting the seal. Refer to images 3-4. NOTE: A silicone seal has a shiny surface

on one side and a matte nish on the other. Keep in mind that it is the matte surface

that seals against your skin. I M P O R TA N T: These two images illustrate two different

ways of positioning the seal depending on the design and fabric of the drysuit and how

the PU-Ring is attached into the drysuit. When you have reached the nal step in the

mounting process, one of these mounting alternatives will work better than the other. It

is important to try assembling the components both ways to see which one works best.

3. Adjust the seal so that it covers the area marked in red and aligns towards the part

of the Oval Stiff Ring marked in yellow.

4. The alternative way to do this is to adjust the seal so that it covers the area marked

in yellow. Preferred alternative depends on the design of the suit.

*Color markings are only

for illustrative use and are

not found on the product.

Prole of Oval Ring

Position of Seal

1. 2. 3. 4.

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1. Now it is time to mount the Oval Stiff Ring with seal into the PU-Ring on the drysuit.

Read the step by step instructions carefully so as not to damage the seal or mismatch

the rings.

2. Keep the seal in a xed grip and rest the Oval Stiff Ring rmly against your hand,

while pressing the rings together. This will prevent the seal from slipping out of position.

3. Squeeze the two rings together, making sure that the seal does not slide out of

position.

4. If the seal slips out of the groove, it will almost certainly be squashed between the

rings. If this happens, detach and restart from step 1 of the section “Mounting the Wrist

Seal”. Check the seal for damage.

5. Make sure the Oval Stiff Ring is bottomed out and that the ring ange is in the

position shown in the image. Before diving, you should check that the Oval Stiff Ring

and seal have been xed in the correct position. Grab the seal with one hand and try to

pull it in the opposite direction from the suit without using excessive force. If everything

feels okay, perform a test dive. If not okay, refer to steps 3 & 4 of the section “Mounting

the Wrist Seal”.

*These are suggested instructions only. Whatever method is chosen, be certain the

cuff seal is properly treated. Always make a leak and stress test on your drysuit seals

before diving.

ATTACHING TO THE PU-RING

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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DETACHING THE WRIST SEAL ASSEMBLY

1. Grab the assembly as shown in the images. Push the front end of the PU-Ring up

and away from the Oval Stiff Ring using your thumbs. At the same time press the back

end of the PU-Ring inwards to press the Oval Stiff Ring out of its position to release the

whole assembly.

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MAINTENANCE & STORAGE

• Remove the Oval Stiff Ring regularly to rinse the cuff seal and/or glove from salt or debris.

• Remove the Oval Stiff Ring if the drysuit shall be stored for prolonged periods. Doing this

will decrease stress on the PU-Ring. Long periods of stress on the PU-Ring might result in

leakage or other damage to the system.

• Avoid exposing the PU-Ring to heat or sunlight. Subjecting the assembled unit to

prolonged heat or sunlight with an inserted cuff seal is not recommended. The PU-material

may expand, which could cause leakage.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• A cuff seal provides the seal for the system and must be used at all times, even when the

assembly is used in combination with a dry glove system.

• A minimum seal thickness of 0.8mm is recommended. Use of a thinner seal may cause

leakage.

• Test the strength and seal integrity before diving.

A NOTE REGARDING SILICONE SEALS

• Even though silicone seals are better in many ways than regular latex seals, they still must

be handled with care.

• Even if silicone seals have more stretch than latex seals, do not stretch the seal more than

required. Assist yourself with a free hand when pulling the seals over your head or hands,

both for the seal and your comfort. Use a product such as talcum, on a regular basis, to

minimize frictional strain on the seal and for personal comfort.

• Avoid contact with sharp objects like nger nails or rings when handling seals.

• When trimming seals, use sharp scissors. Cut edges should be as smooth and straight as

possible. Do not trim across trim lines.

Aqua Lung SLT Neck / Wrist Seal Owner's manual

Aqua Lung SLT Neck / Wrist Seal Owner's manual

Aqua Lung SLT Neck / Wrist Seal Owner's manual

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