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cod. 46200032 - Rev. A - 03/02 - printed by TotalPrint - 500 - 03/02 - ABK 0066/02 ® Manuale d’istruzioni User’s Guide Bedienungsanleitung HTM SPORT S.p.A. - Salita Bonsen, 4 - 16035 RAPALLO - ITALY - Tel. +39 01852011 - Fax +39 0185669984 www.htmsport.com - www.mares.com Manuel d’utilisation Manual de instrucciones Manual de instruções

human underwater breathing CAREFULLY READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE USE, AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Congratulations for having chosen another reliable Mares product. Your HUB has been constructed using advanced manufacturing methods and materials, which are the result of years of continuing This sophisticated technology is backed by the assurance that every component of your HUB has been tested at our facility. All this is synonymous with reliability, an essential requirement for any piece of diving equipment, which you will find in ALL Mares Any critical information or warnings...

c) Safety device, e.g. pressure gauge / computer or reserve or d) Carrying frame or holding device for air cylinder(s) to mount the harness, or carrying system, e.g. backpack and/or straps. e) Facepiece: mouthpiece assembly or full face mask or diving Limits (EN 250) - Maximum depth: 50 m /162 feet. SCUBA - Component units (EN 250): The SCUBA equipment may consist of separate component units such as cylinders, regulator and pressure gauge. The MARES HUB described in this manual may be used with any SCUBA components certified in compliance with EC directive 89/686. The air contained in the...

DFC (Dynamic Flow Control) SYSTEM The DFC system fitted on the HUB first stage minimizes the pressure drop occurring in all regulator first stages when the diver inhales. This phenomenon is clearly noticeable when the air flow demanded from the regulator is higher. Hence, especially at depth and in extreme conditions, the regulator inhalation effort will be much lower COLD WATER DIVING - CWD KIT For particularly severe conditions and professional use in cold or polluted waters, the HUB first stage may be fitted with the CWD kit that completely isolates all first stage internal parts from...

The buoyancy bag of the HUB, made from 1500 denier Cordura. features the Dragonfly construction which combines the advantages of back-mounted and traditional BCs. The Dragonfly system ensures perfect buoyancy throughout the dive, and in any underwater swimming position. The HUB is also equipped with two weight pouches, situated in the The result is a BC that is perfectly balanced not only underwater but also on the surface - an essential characteristic for ensuring the correct position of a diver affected by fatigue and/or stress. A retractable carrying handle, for use during transport of...

Tighten and secure the tank strap (Fig. 6). Take out the second stage and, pressing its purge button, slowly turn the tankvalve to the fully open position, then back one half turn. The B/C of your HUB was designed to be used with air tanks having the following minimum and maximum Volume: single tank: min. 5 I (35 cu. ft.) - As with traditional BCs, it is recommended to wet the straps before To check that the tank is securely attached, proceed as follows: a) open the buckle of the positioning strap; b) turn and re-close the buckle so as to be able to grip the strap. and lift the HUB-tank...

Once in the water, agree on the surface procedures with your dive Even while still on the surface, the buoyancy advantages of the HUB will already become apparent: in fact the distribution of the air masses helps maintain the diver in a vertical position. The rear pockets are sized to accommodate a maximum Refer to your instructor for information about how to make the most of this feature. To begin the descent, there is no need to raise your left arm as with traditional BCs: simply press the "OUT" button on the inflator unit, or operate one of the mechanical quick air dump valves by During...

The B/C of your HUB is not a safety jacket or personal floatation device it is not designed to keep the diver on the surface in a head up position should he/she become unconscious. At the end of the dive, close the air valve and purge the residual air Disconnect the first stage, and after rinsing with fresh water and replace it inside its compartment. Make sure that all the residual air in the HUB system has been completely discharged before unscrewing the yoke knob. Loosen the tank strap and remove the HUB. Completely discharge the air contained in the BC, by pulling one of the mechanical...

Before storing the BC for prolonged periods, it is advisable to rinse - unscrew the rear mechanical quick air dump valve: - fill the bag approximately a quarter full with fresh water through - inflate the BC and shake it from side to side to circulate the water: - allow the water to flow out through the valve opening; Do not use solvents or detergents for the cleaning and maintenance procedures. If any malfunctions or leaks are observed, always take the equipment to an authorized MARES Service Center to avoid invalidating the product warranty. CORRECTLY STOWING THE HUB COMPONENTS Place the...

cod. 46200032 - Rev. A - 03/02 - printed by TotalPrint - 500 - 03/02 - ABK 0066/02 ® Manuale d’istruzioni User’s Guide Bedienungsanleitung HTM SPORT S.p.A. - Salita Bonsen, 4 - 16035 RAPALLO - ITALY - Tel. +39 01852011 - Fax +39 0185669984 www.htmsport.com - www.mares.com Manuel d’utilisation Manual de instrucciones Manual de instruções