SUUNTO DX - Manual (Page 38)

5.1. The Suunto Fused
TM
RGBM
Suunto Fused RGBM is an expanded version of the Suunto Technical RGBM. It addi-
tionally incorporates Dr. Bruce Wienke’s FullRGBM, which is the most complete bubble
model in existence today. As the FullRGBM developed by Dr. Wienke is intended only
for deep decompression dives, the Suunto Fused RGBM utilizes Suunto Technical
RGBM for <40m dives. Suunto Fused RGBM can thus adapt equally well to both re-
creational and technical diving, and it is also suitable for diving on rebreathers. Func-
tionality of Suunto Fused RGBM has been validated and verified to the depth of 150
m / 491 ft.
The Suunto DX uses traditional recommended safety stops as well as deep stops.
In order to optimize the response to different increased risk situations, an additional
category of stop, referred to as a Mandatory Safety Stop, has been introduced. The
combination of stop types depends on the user settings and the specific dive situation.
5.2. Emergency ascents
If you dive no deco using only air or nitrox, follow these steps:
1.
Assess the situation calmly and then move promptly to less than 18 m/60 ft.
2. At 18 m/60 ft, slow down your ascent rate to 10 m/33 ft per minute and move to
a depth between 3 and 6 m/10 and 20 ft.
3. Stay there for as long as your air supply will safely allow. After reaching the sur-
face, do not dive for at least 24 hours.
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