cod. 44200105 - Rev. A - 07/03 - printed by MECA - 3500- 07/03 - ArtBooK 0098/03 LIBRETTO D’ISTRUZIONI - USER’S GUIDE - BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG - MANUEL D’UTILISATION - MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES - MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES HTM SPORT S.p.A. - Salita Bonsen, 4 - 16035 RAPALLO - ITALY - Ph. +39 01852011 - Fax +39 0185669984 www.mares.
EN 17 CONTENTS AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER WARNINGS RESPONSIBLE DIVING PRACTICES QUICK GUIDE TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OPERATING MODES UTILITY FUNCTIONS MONITORING OF THE BATTERY POWER LEVEL AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF DISPLAY BACKLIGHT PREDIVE - DIVE SETUP OF TECHNICAL PARAMETERS SET1 - SETUP OF "AIR", "NITROX" OPERATING MODE AND ASSOCIATED PARAMETERS SET2 - SETUP OF TECHNICAL PARAMETERS SET 3 - OPTIONAL
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 18 AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER Congratulations! The dive computer which you have purchased is the result of the latest MARES technology, and has been designed to ensure maximum safety, efficiency, reliability and long life. This computer is further enhanced by certain innovative features, which place it at the top of the MARES product range. • Exclusive patented system of visual alarms which use high-efficiency LEDs to indicate when the programmed low-air limit is reached.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 19 RESPONSIBLE DIVING PRACTICES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Always plan your dives in advance. Never exceed the limits of your skill and experience. Go to your deepest planned depth at the beginning of the dive. Check your computer frequently during the dive. Comply with the ascent rate indicated by the computer. Always do a safety stop at 10 - 16 feet (3 - 5 meters) for at least 3 minutes. After the safety stop, ascend very slowly to the surface.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 20 QUICK GUIDE 1 button. 2 <-> button.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 21 TECHNICAL/FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT: PRESSURE GAUGE FUNCTION • Measurement range: -10 / +50 °C (14/122°F). • Measurement resolution: 1°C. • Measurement accuracy: ±2°C (±2°F). The pressure gauges integrated into the AIRLAB dive computer have been tested and CE certified by Registered Test Center n°0426 - ITALCERT, V.le Sarca, 336 -20126 Milan - Italy.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 22 AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF If the AIRLAB is ON but no buttons are pressed for a certain amount of time, it will automatically switch itself OFF. The delay before automatic switch-off varies depending on the current operating mode.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 23 • MAXIMUM O2 PARTIAL PRESSURE SETUP • BEEPER SETUP The maximum partial pressure of O2, which triggers an alarm if exceeded, can be programmed between a minimum of 1.2 bar (17.4 psi) and a maximum of 1.6 bar (23.2 psi) in increments of 0.1 bar (1.45 psi). Press the <-> button to increase the percentage. Press the button to save the changes made and advance to SET2. This function is used for inhibiting or enabling the audible alarms.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 24 WARNING In this case it is necessary to enter the theoretical value of pressure (in psi) corresponding to the rated tank capacity in cu. ft. Do not use the actual pressure measured by the instrument. Example: 80 cu.ft. tank at 3000 psi. Even if the tank is filled to a pressure different from 3000 psi, enter 3000 psi on the AIRLAB. The above settings take place as follows: • Blinking units digit; use the <-> button to enter the desired value.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 25 DIVE - WAITING TO START DIVE, PREDIVE (FIG. 7) Until the diver goes below a depth of 1.5 meters. If AIRLAB fails to detect a depth of at least 1.5 m or a tank pressure greater than 10 bar in the next 15 minutes, it will switch itself off. "NO-DECOMPRESSION" DIVE When the depth reading exceeds 1.5 m (4.9 ft), the dive begins and the dive timer starts measuring its duration. Recording of the dive data in memory (LogBook) begins if this phases persists for more than 20 seconds.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 26 DIVE - SAFETY STOP If the maximum depth of a dive exceeds 10 meters (32.8 feet) a "Safety Stop" is activated for the ascent; the AIRLAB will then suggest a 3 minute safety stop at a depth between -2.5 and -5 meters (-8.2 and -16.4 feet). replacing the no-dec time of 99 min with the message "St 3 min…2min…1min" (Fig. 12). If the diver moves outside the above mentioned depth range, the no-dec time reappears on the display, and the safety stop timer is stopped.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 27 WARNING Do not fly while the no-fly icon is illuminated. DIVE - STOP MODE In the event of an omitted stop and/or uncontrolled ascent, the AIRLAB will lock out and function only as a depth gauge for any subsequent dives. This data will be displayed as illustrated in fig. 16 and fig. 17. If the user attempts to dive while the computer is in Stop Mode, the profile will nevertheless be recorded in the logbook. Stop Mode lasts for 24 hours.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 28 fig. 18 fig. 19 fig. 22 fig. 20 fig. 23 fig. 21 fig.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 29 Repeatedly press and release the <-> button to increase the depth by three meters (9.8 feet) each time, up to a maximum of 48 m (157.4 ft). For each depth, the display shows the corresponding no decompression time remaining expressed in minutes. Instead, if the two buttons are pressed simultaneously, the computer exits PLAN mode. If "Nitrox" mode is active, the display shows the programmed % of O2.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 30 During viewing of the profile points, the display shows the following information (Fig. 28): • depth • Interval (20 Sec) to which the depth is referred • Speed of ascent, if any • Decompression stop violation • tank pressure • consumption referred to the past minute • deco/no dec information.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 31 MAINTENANCE AIRLAB is a particularly rugged instrument, designed to withstand the ordinary wear and tear of diving without any problems. However it is advisable to treat it with the care that is usual for precision instruments, avoiding violent knocks, prolonged exposure to sunlight or contact with sharp objects. For ordinary maintenance, just rinse with fresh water at the end of each dive. If necessary, wash with a neutral pH soap.
AIRLAB DIVE COMPUTER EN 32 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY- MARES warrants to the original purchaser that the MARES product is free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Any and all implied warranties, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, shall be limited to one year from the date of purchase.
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COPIA PER IL RIVENDITORE - DEALER COPY - COPIEFÜR DAS GESCHÄFT COPIE REVENDEUR - COPIA PARA EL REVENDEDOR - CÓPIA DO REVENDEDOR Serial Number AIRLAB Model ACQUIRENTE - CUSTOMER - KÄUFER - CLIENT - COMPRADOR - COMPRADOR Nome acquirente - Customer's name - Name des Käufers - Nom du client - Nombre del comprador - Nome do comprador Indirizzo - Address - Adresse - Adresse - Direccion - Endereco Città - City - Stadt - Ville - Ciudad - Cidade Cap - Zip code - Plz - Code postal - Codigo postal -Código Postal
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CERTIFICATO DI GARANZIA - WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD - GARANTIEKARTE CARTE D'ENREGISTREMENT DE LA GARANTIE - CERTIFICADO DE GARANTIA - CERTIFICADO DE GARANTIA COPIE CUSTOMER COPY - COPIA PER L'ACQUIRENTE - KÄUFER-KOPIE CLIENT - COPIA PARA EL COMPRADOR - CÓPIA PARA O COMPRADOR Serial Number AIRLAB Model PUNTO VENDITA - STORE - GESCHÄFT - MAGASIN - TIENDA - LOJA Nome acquirente - Customer's name - Name des Käufers - Nom du client - Nombre del comprador - Nome do comprador Indirizzo - Address - Adresse -
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cod. 44200105 - Rev. A - 07/03 - printed by MECA - 3500- 07/03 - ArtBooK 0098/03 LIBRETTO D’ISTRUZIONI - USER’S GUIDE - BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG - MANUEL D’UTILISATION - MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES - MANUAL DE INSTRUÇÕES HTM SPORT S.p.A. - Salita Bonsen, 4 - 16035 RAPALLO - ITALY - Ph. +39 01852011 - Fax +39 0185669984 www.mares.
