Aqua Lung Black Ice BC - Manual (Page 16)

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SECURING THE GRIPLOCK™ CYLINDER BAND
1. Make sure the cylinder valve air outlet is facing
the back of the BC. Secure the valve strap around
the base of the cylinder valve. It does not need to
be cinched all the way, just enough to keep the
cylinder vertical and the back of the BC straight,
parallel with the cylinder.
WARNING: Check that the macro adjustment is set for the appropriate size cylinder.
Failure to do so may result in the cylinder slipping during the course of a dive.
NOTE: There is no need to wet the GripLock cylinder band prior to securing it to the cylinder.
When properly adjusted, the cylinder band will retain it’s tension. If adjustment is necessary
for a larger or smaller size cylinder (pre-set for use on an aluminum 80 cf cylinder 7.25 inch /
184 mm), follow the procedure in the section: Adjusting the GripLock Cylinder Band.
NOTE: Over-tightening the valve strap can result in the BC being drawn in towards the cylinder
which may be uncomfortable to wear.
NOTE: Your BC comes equipped with a valve strap. This strap allows you to place the BC in
the proper position for perfect tank placement. Place the valve strap over the cylinder valve
and adjust as needed.
NOTE: Pull the micro adjustment only until it is snug against the cylinder. If the lever is difficult
to close, the micro adjustment is too tight. Loosen the micro adjustment and close lever to secure
GripLock band to cylinder. If it is difficult to remove the GripLock band from the cylinder, this is an
indicator that the micro adjustment was too tight when installed.