EN USER’S GUIDE
Present Depth Maximum Depth Average Depth in Logbook Fast Ascent Warning (SLOW) AC Indicator Current Time Display Surface Interval Time Bar Graph: - Mode Indicator Data Transfer AVG m ft MAX Bar Graph: - Ascent Rate - Battery Power - Mode Indicator C DIVE TIMER PO2 AS SURF TIME MAX O2% F R EE Diver Attention Symbol AM/PM Indicator Temperature Maximum Depth Mode Text Oxygen Percentage in Nitrox Mode Week Day Timer Hours and Minutes ft m °F °C Dive Time Dive Counter Time Dual Time Day, Month T
DEFINITION OF WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES Throughout this manual, special references are made when deemed important. Three classifications are used to separate these references by their order of importance. WARNING - is used in connection with a procedure or situation that may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION - is used in connection with a procedure or situation that will result in damage to the product. NOTE - is used to emphasize important information.
EC type-examined this type of personal protective equipment. This instrument must be serviced by an authorized dealer every second year or after 200 dives (whichever comes first). See chapter 6. PrEN 13319 PrEN 13319 ”Diving accessories – Depth gauges and combined depth and time measuring devices – Functional and safety requirements, test methods” is a European diving depth gauge standard draft. The D3 is designed to comply with this draft standard.
WARNING Read this manual. Carefully read this instruction manual in its entirety paying close attention to all warnings listed below, including chapter 1.1. ”Safety Precautions”. Make sure that you fully understand the use, displays and limitations of the instrument because any confusion resulting from neglecting to follow this instruction manual or from improper use of this device may cause a diver to commit errors that may lead to serious injury or death.
WARNING Use back-up instruments. Make sure that you use back-up instrumentation including a depth gauge, submersible pressure gauge, timer or watch, and have access to decompression tables whenever diving with a bottom timer. WARNING Perform pre-checks.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 8 1.1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................... 8 1.1.1. Emergency Ascents ........................................................................ 9 1.1.2. Freediving ...................................................................................... 9 2. GETTING ACQUAINTED ...........................................................
3.2.3 During the Freedive ..................................................................... 25 3.2.4 Freediving Day History .......... .....................................................26 3.2.5 Surface interval after a Freedive ............... ...................................27 3.3. GAUGE DIVING .................................................................................. 28 3.3.1. Maximum Operating Depth Planner [MOD]............................... 28 3.3.2.
5.4. SUUNTOSPORTS.COM...................................................................... 57 6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................... 61 6.1. CARE OF YOUR D3 ............................................................................ 61 6.2. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................. 62 6.3. WATER RESISTANCE INSPECTION ................................................. 63 6.4. BATTERY REPLACEMENT.......
1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the SUUNTO D3 wristop freediving computer. The D3 builds on the Suunto tradition of delivering feature-rich dive computers, providing different operating modes for different types of diving. Push button controls access a wide selection of choices. The display is optimized for the dive mode chosen and it incorporates a patented user definable display field.
and limitations of the instrument. If you have any questions about the manual or the freediving computer, contact your SUUNTO dealer before diving with the D3. Always remember that you are responsible for your own safety. When used properly, this freediving computer is an outstanding tool for assisting properly trained, certified divers in planning and executing sport dives. It is not a substitute for certified scuba instruction or freediving training. 1.1.1.
Any person who engages in any form of breathhold diving is in danger of shallowwater blackout (SWB) i.e. the sudden loss of consciousness caused by oxygen starvation. Any breathhold diving results in some nitrogen build-up in the blood and other fast tissues. Due to the short time spent at depth this build-up is generally not significant. Therefore, provided the effort involved in freediving has not been severe, there is little risk in diving after breathhold diving.
2. GETTING ACQUAINTED 2.1. FUNCTIONS The D3 wristop computer is a multipurpose dive instrument and a sport watch featuring different watch and dive computer modes. You can select the dive computer model between Gauge diving mode (GAUGE) and Freediving mode (FREE). The GAUGE and FREE modes can also be disabled (set to OFF) and the instrument can be used as a sports watch on land or in water. 2.2. PUSH BUTTONS The D3 is controlled with four push buttons as follows (see Fig. 2.1.).
• • To select the dive planning mode in the dive surface modes. To make a special bookmark in the profile memory during a dive • To show the date, seconds or dual time in the time keeping display press the + or - button. In the Setting Mode • to increase the value press the + button • to decrease the value press the - button. To operate the stopwatch see chapter 2.4.2. To select the dive in the Logbook Mode • press the + button to move forward • press the - button to move backwards.
2.3. WATER CONTACTS The D3 is automatically activated when submerged in water. This function is made possible by the use of water contacts. The water contacts consist of the PC-interface poles and the four push-buttons of the D3 (Fig. 2.2). When the PC-interface poles and one of the push-buttons are connected by the conductivity of the water the Surface or Diving Mode is automatically activated.
2.4. TIME MODE [TIME] AS C F R EE Fig. 2.4. The Time Mode is indicated by the TIME text and a mode indicator. The D3 has dual time, calendar clock, stopwatch, downtimer and alarm clock functions. The calendar clock and the stopwatch are operated in the Time Mode. The mode is indicated by the TIME text and the mode indicator in the display (Fig. 2.4.). The time, dual time, date, downtimer and the daily alarm are set in the Setting Mode (see chapter 4). 2.4.1.
selected option. The TIMER text blinks on the display if the stopwatch is running. When diving, the dive entry time and date is registered in the Logbook Memory. Remember always to check before diving that the time and date are correctly set, especially when traveling to different time zones. C AS To set the time and date, refer to chapter 4.1 ”Setting Time, Date and Dual Time”. F R EE The display is illuminated by holding down the M button for more than two seconds. Fig. 2.6.
computer watch gives a beep and returns to the time keeping display automatically. Use the + and - buttons to operate the elapsed time measurement, split time measurement or the times of two runners as follows: Diving with the D3 or performing data transfer will stop the stopwatch. However, it is possible to use stopwatch function when diving, if both the GAUGE and the FREE diving modes are disabled (set to OFF, see chapter 4.4.). In dive mode the stopwatch cannot be operated.
2.4.3 DOWNTIMER [TIMER D] C AS C F R EE Diving with the D3 or performing data transfer will stop the downtimer. However, it is possible to use downtimer function normally, if the GAUGE and the FREE diving modes are disabled (set to OFF, see chapter 4.4.) In dive mode the downtimer cannot be operated. Fig. 2.8. The Downtimer of the Stopwatch is indicated by the TIMEr d text and a mode indicator. TIMER AS The watch shows the preset time set in the SET mode (See Chapter 4.3 Timer Settings).
3. DIVING WITH THE D3 AS C F R EE Fig. 3.1. Gauge Dive Mode selected. AS C F R EE Fig. 3.2. Free Dive Mode selected. AVG m ft DIVE TIMER PO2 AS SURF TIME MAX O2% F R EE C MAX ft m °F °C Fig. 3.3. Startup I. All segments shown. 18 In order to familiarize yourself with the menu based functions, Suunto recommends you use your Quick Reference Guide supplied with the D3 together with the information in the following chapters.
3.1 BEFORE DIVING a) 3.1.1. ACTIVATION AND PRE-CHECKS C AS b) AS C F R EE c) AS C F R EE The chosen Dive Mode is indicated by the GAUGE (Fig 3.1.) or FREE (Fig 3.2.) texts and mode indicator on the right side of the display. If set to Gauge mode all display elements will turn on showing mostly figure 8’s and graphical elements (Fig. 3.3.). After a few seconds the battery power indicator is shown and the backlight and the buzzer are activated (Fig. 3.4.a).
m DIVE TIME AS C F R EE MAX m TIME °C Fig. 3.5. Startup III. Surface Mode (Gauge). Depth and dive time are zero. Pressing +/- button activates alternate display of maximum depth and current time. AS C F R EE DIVE TIME m DIVE °C TIME Fig. 3.6. Startup IV. Free mode. Depth and dive time are zero. Pressing +/- button activates altrernate displays. 20 The D3 is now ready for diving. NOTE: The surface interval time does not run before the first dive.
notice of impending need to change the battery. The Battery Power Indicator can be seen as the Dive Mode is activated. The electroluminescent backlight will be on during the battery check. The following Table and Figure show the various warning levels. TABLE 3.1. BATTERY POWER INDICATOR Display Operation Figure 3.4 BAT + 4 segments Normal, full battery. a) BAT + 3 segments Normal, battery power is getting low or the temperature is low.
AS C F R EE °C Fig. 3.7. Low Battery Warning. Battery symbol indicates that the battery is low and battery replacement is recommended. After the battery check the Low Battery Warning is indicated by the battery symbol (Fig. 3.7.). If the battery symbol is displayed in the Surface mode or if the display is faded or weak, the battery may be too low to operate the dive computer and battery replacement is recommended.
The displays can be preset in the Surface Mode. If it is not active, enter it by selecting the Dive Mode. The preset display will remain active until another display is selected. The preset displays will be the default displays in the Diving Mode. The other available display can be accessed by pressing the + or - button. After five seconds the display changes back to the default preset display automatically. 3.1.3.1. PRESETTING TIME ALARM The alarm clock is set in the Setting Mode, ALM.
3.2. FREEDIVING AS C F R EE Fig. 3.9. Free Mode. 3.2.1. BEFORE DIVING IN THE FREE MODE If set to Free Mode, the dive computer can be used for freediving or snorkeling. In the freediving mode the D3 provides depth, time and profile information and an accurate 1 second sampling interval for the logbook profile memory. The Free Mode is set using the SET DIVE function (See Chapter 4.3 Dive Mode Settings). If set to Free Mode the text FREE is shown after activation (Fig. 3.9.).
Preset with the - button in the lower left corner of the display (Fig. 3.10.) the maximum depth or the temperature. • • • the dive time, the current time or the dive number. C MAX DIVE TIME AS Preset with the + button in the lower right corner of the display (Fig. 3.10.) F R EE • • m m Fig. 3.11. Freedive. Present depth is 1.4m and dive time is 2 seconds. 3.2.3. DURING THE FREEDIVE In the Freediving mode the present depth is always shown.
3.2.4. FREEDIVING DAY HISTORY AS C F R EE Fig. 3.12. Freediving Day History. It is possible at any time in the Free Surface Mode to enter the Freediving Day History Mode, simply by pressing the S button. After showing the text DAY HIS and the mode indicator (Fig. 3.12.), the display will show (Fig. 3.13.): • • • m The Day His Mode can be canceled by pressing the M or the S button. MAX AS C F R EE DIVE Fig. 3.13. Day History display.
3.2.5. SURFACE INTERVAL AFTER A FREEDIVE • • • the surface time in minutes and seconds (separated by a colon), telling the duration of the present surface interval. After one hour the surface time is displayed in hours and minutes. the time of the most recent dive in minutes and seconds maximum depth of most recent dive in meters [ft] F R EE SURF TIME C DIVE TIME AS An ascent to any depth shallower than 1.
3.3. GAUGE DIVING AS C 3.3.1 MAXIMUM OPERATING DEPTH PLANNER [MOD] Fig. 3.15. Maximum Operation Depth Planner. The Planning mode is indicated by the Mod text and mode indicators. 1.In the Gauge Surface Mode, press the S button to select the MOD planner. O2% PO2 AS C It is possible at any time in the Gauge Surface Mode to enter the MOD planner, simply by pressing the S button. After showing the text MOD and the plan indicator (Fig. 3.15.
- buttons to increase and decrease the O2% level. The corresponding MOD is shown on the display. 5.While the PO2 level is selected, press the + and - to increase and decrease the PO2 level. Pressing S again returns to O2% selection. 6. After you have calculated the Maximum Operating Depth, exit the MOD planner by pressing the M button briefly. Keeping the M button down turns on the light. 3.3.2. PRESETTING THE DISPLAYS IN THE GAUGE MODE Preset with the - button in the lower left corner of the display (Fig.
3.3.3. m DIVE TIME AS C F R EE MAX m Fig. 3.17. Dive has just begun. During a dive, the following information will be displayed (Fig. 3.18.): • m • FR E E • AS C DIVE TIME °C Fig. 3.18. Diving display. Present depth is 10.2m. Dive timer shows 27 minutes and 18 seconds. Temperature and dive time are shown in the bottom window. 30 BASIC DIVE DATA The dive computer will remain in the Surface mode at depths less than 1.2 m [4 feet]. At depths greater than 1.
3.3.4. ASCENT RATE INDICATOR ASCENT RATE (m/min) 10...12 8...10 6...<8 4...<6 The ascent rate is shown graphically (Fig.3.
Whenever the SLOW warning segment appears (Fig. 3.20.), you should immediately slow down your ascent. FR E E AS C DIVE TIME NOTE: The Ascent Rate indicator is available in Gauge Mode only. °C Fig. 3.20. Ascent Rate Indicator. Blinking SLOW and four segments are shown together with an audible alarm. Ascent Rate is more than 10 m/min [33ft/min]. WARNING Do not exceed the maximum ascent rate! Rapid ascents increase the risk of injury. 3.3.5.
Or in the lower display according the selection and mode: • • • • dive time of most recent dive in minutes labeled with DIVE TIME the current time labeled with TIME maximum depth labeled with MAX the current temperature with °C for Centigrade [or °F for Fahrenheit] 3.3.6 DIVE NUMBERING Several repetitive dives in the Gauge mode are considered to belong to the same repetitive dive series when less than 48 hours of surface time has passed between the dives.
3.3.7. FLYING AFTER DIVING The Suunto D3 provides no calculations for no-fly times. However, Divers Alert Network (DAN) recommends the following on no-flying times: • • • • • 34 A minimum surface interval of 12 hours would be required in order to be reasonably assured a diver will remain symptom free upon ascent to altitude in a commercial jetliner (altitude up to 2400 m [8000 ft]).
3.4. AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARMS The Suunto D3 features audible and visual alarms to advise when important limits are approached or to acknowledge preset alarms. A short single beep occurs when: • the dive computer automatically returns to the Time Mode. Continuous beeps and the backlight activated when: • the maximum allowed ascent rate, 10 m/min [33 ft/min], is exceeded. SLOW warning will appear (Fig. 3.20.). The Ascent Rate indicator is available in Gauge Mode only.
• AS C FR EE Fig. 4.1. The Setting Mode is indicated by the SET text and mode indicator. 36 • The preset dive time is reached in Free Mode • continuous beep series for 3 seconds. The preset alarm time is reached • the current time is shown. • continuous beep series for 24 seconds or until any button is pressed. • the current time blinks for one minute, if no button is pressed.
4. SETTING MODE [SET] Enter the Setting Mode from other modes by pressing the M button. The text SET at the bottom and the mode indicator on the left side of the display indicate the selected mode. AS C FR EE The time, date, dual time, daily alarm, gauge and free dive selections and settings, dive time and depth alarms and unit adjustments are set in the Setting Mode (Fig. 4.1.). Fig. 4.2. Time Adjustment Mode. 4.1. SETTING TIME, DATE AND DUAL TIME [TIME ] To set the time and date: 2.
3. Press S to change the selection in the following sequence: -> seconds -> hours -> minutes -> 12/24 hour format -> year -> month -> day -> dual (home) time hours -> minutes Fig. 4.4. The year, month and day are selected. Page II. 4. While the second digits are selected (blinking), press - to reset the seconds to ”00” or press + to increase the value. 5. While any other digits (except seconds) are selected (blinking), press + to increase the value or - to decrease it.
NOTE: • The display is illuminated by holding down the M button for more than two seconds. AS C FR EE • While the selection is blinking and no button is operated within 10 minutes, the blinking stops and the D3 beeps and returns automatically to the timekeeping display. Fig. 4.6. Daily Alarm Setting Mode. 4.2. DAILY ALARM SETTING [ALM] You can set one daily alarm in the D3. When the daily -symbol blinks for 1 minute alarm activates, the and the alarm sounds for 24 seconds.
3. Press S to change the selection in the following sequence: ->On/OFF status -> hours -> minutes 4. While the alarm status [On/OFF] is selected (blinking) press + or - to change the status. When the alarm status is On, the daily alarm indicator ( -symbol) in the bottom right corner of the display indicates that the alarm is on. 5. Set the other sections as follows: • While any other digits (except alarm status) are selected (blinking), press + to increase the value or - to decrease it.
4.3. TIMER SETTINGS [TIMER D] To set the downtimer: 1.In the Setting Mode, press S three (3) times to select the Timer Setting Mode (Fig. 4.8.) AS C In this mode you can set the countdown time for the downtimer. The downtimer also has an alarm repeat function for continuous downtimer alarm. ON Fig. 4.8. Timer Setting Mode. 2.Wait two seconds until the Timer Setting Mode activates automatically. The SET mode and DT segments are displayed. 3.
While the enable/disable status [On/OFF] is selected (blinking) press + or - to change the status. AS C 5. After setting the downtimer, press the M button to save the settings and return to setting mode. 4.4. DIVE MODE SETTINGS [DIVE] Fig. 4.10. Dive Setting Mode. In this mode you can select the type of dive mode to be used (Gauge or Free) or turn the dive modes OFF. If the dive modes are turned OFF, the dive computer functions are disabled, thus turning the D3 into a mere water resistant sportswatch.
lected dive mode (GAUGE or FREE) is displayed (Fig. 4.11.) ->On/OFF status -> GAUGE/FREE Mode AS 3. Press S to change the selection in the following sequence: C While the enable/disable status [On/OFF] is selected (blinking) press + or - to change the status. Fig. 4.12. Gauge recording interval selected. When the GAUGE/FREE dive mode is selected (blinking) press + or - to change the mode to GAUGE. 4. After setting the GAUGE Mode, the Gauge recording interval can be set by pressing the S-button once.
4.4.2. SET FREE MODE To set the FREE Mode: 1. In the Setting Mode, press S four (4) times to select the Dive Setting Mode (Fig. 4.10.). 2. Wait two seconds until the Dive Setting Mode activates automatically. The enable/disable status [On/OFF] starts to blink on the display and the selected dive mode (GAUGE or FREE) is displayed (Fig. 4.11.) While the enable/disable status [On/OFF] is selected (blinking) press + or - to change the status. 3.
4.5. DIVE ALARM SETTINGS [DIVE AL] To set the depth alarm: AS C FR EE You can set one depth alarm in the D3. When the depth alarm activates, the -symbol blinks as long as the present depth value exceeds the adjusted value and the alarm sounds for 24 seconds. Press any button to stop the audible alarm, after it has activated. Fig. 4.13. Dive Alarm Setting Mode. 1. In the Setting Mode [SET], press S five (5) times to select the Dive Alarm Setting Mode (Fig. 4.13.). 2.
DIVE TIME AS C F R EE MAX m Fig. 4.15. Dive Time Alarm. Display when more than 5 minutes dive time left. 5. While the depth digits are selected (blinking), press + to increase the value or - to decrease it at intervals of 0.5 m [1 ft]. Holding down either button starts the scrolling of the depth value. The range of the depth is from 3.0 to 99.5 m [10 to 300 ft]. If set to 0, the alarm is disabled. 6. While the dive time minutes are selected (blinking), press + or - to change the time.
4.6. UNIT ADJUSTMENT SETTINGS [AdJ] AS C FR EE In this setting mode also the desired units can be selected (metric, m/°C or imperial, ft/°F). To set the new Unit Adjustments: 1. In the Setting Mode [SET], press S six (6) times to select the Unit Adjustment Mode (Fig. 4.16.). Fig. 4.16. Unit Adjustment Mode. 2. Wait two seconds until the Adjustment Mode activates automatically. The unit setting starts to blink on the display (Fig. 4.17.). 3.
5. MEMORY AND DATA TRANSFER [MEM] AS C FR EE Fig. 5.1. Memory Mode. The memory functions for the D3 include the combined Logbook and Dive Profile Memory, Dive History Memories for gauge and free dives and the Data Transfer and PC-Interface functions. NOTE: After diving in the gauge mode, the memory mode cannot be accessed until 5 minutes after the dive. Enter the Memory Mode [MEM] from other modes by pressing the M button.
5.1. LOGBOOK AND DIVE PROFILE MEMORY [LOG] AS C FR EE This instrument has a sophisticated high capacity Logbook and Profile Memory. The data is recorded to the profile memory based on the sampling rate. The sampling rate in Gauge mode is adjustable to 10, 20, 30 and 60 s, and in Free mode 1 s. Dives shorter than the recording interval are not registered. Fig. 5.2. Logbook Memory Mode. To enter the Logbook Memory Mode: 1. In the Memory Mode [MEM], press S to select the Logbook Memory Mode (Fig. 5.2.).
Note that chronological sequence in the logbook is determined by the date, not by the dive number. m MAX FR EE Page I, main display (Fig. 5.3.) AS C DIVE TIME The following information will be shown on four pages: • Fig. 5.4. Logbook, Page II.Main dive related data. • dive number in the dive series, Gauge dives are indicated by a D number and Freedives by an F number dive year, date and time Page II (Fig. 5.4.) • m AVG AS C FR EE SURF TIME • • °C • Fig. 5.5. Logbook, Page III.
Page III (Fig. 5.5.) • The memory will retain approximately the last 36 hours of dive time in Gauge Mode and approximately 2 hours in freediving mode. After that, when new dives are added, the oldest dives are deleted. The contents of the memory will remain even when the C AS F R EE The data of the most recent dive is shown first. Press - to call the information from the previous dive. Press the - button consecutively to move backward through the dives. Press + to move forward through the dives.
battery is changed (assuming that the replacement has been done according to the instructions). DIVE PROFILE MEMORY [PRO] The scrolling of the profile will start automatically when the Profile/logbook page IV is entered (Fig. 5.6.). The dive time is displayed in sampling increments with each display being shown for about two seconds. The depths shown are the maximum values of each sampling interval.
5.2. DIVE HISTORY MEMORY [HIS] 1. In the Memory Mode [MEM], press S two (2) times to select the Dive History Memory Mode (Fig. 5.8.). The HIS text appears at the bottom of the display to indicate the selected mode. AS C F R EE The Dive History is a summary of all the gauge and free dives recorded by the D3. Gauge and Freediving histories are kept separate. To enter the Dive History Memory Mode: Fig. 5.8. Dive History Memory. 2.
NOTE: The maximum depth can be reset to 0.0 m [0 ft] using the optional Suunto Dive Manager PCInterface. m MAX AS C F R EE Fig. 5.10. Free Dive History Memory. 3. To enter the Freedive History Memory Mode press the - or + buttons once when the History Memory is selected. The following Free dive information will be shown on the display (Fig. 5.10.): • the maximum depth ever reached • the longest free dive time ever reached The freedive history is indicated by an F on the lower left of the display.
5.3. DATA TRANSFER AND PC-INTERFACE [TR-PC] The D3 can be connected to an IBM compatible personal computer (PC), using the optional SUUNTO PC-Interface and the SUUNTO DIVE MANAGER software. With the PC-Interface dive data from the D3 can be downloaded to a PC. Data can be added to complete the logbook and paper copies of your dive log and profiles can easily be printed.
AS C F R EE It is also possible to manually add comments and other personal information to the PC based dive data files. The SUUNTO PC-Interface package comes complete with the interface unit, the software on CD-ROM, and an instruction manual. To enter the Data Transfer Mode: Fig. 5.11. Data Transfer and PCInterface. 1. In the Memory Mode [MEM], press S three (3) times to select the Data Transfer Mode The TR-PC text appears at the bottom of the display to indicate the selected mode (Fig. 5.11.). 2.
Using the PC software, you are able to enter setup options such as: • • input a personal, 30 character field into the D3 (i.e. your name) reset the Dive History’s max depth to zero. 5.4 SUUNTOSPORTS.COM SuuntoSports.com is an international free web community where you can refine and share the data that you have measured with your personal Suunto instrument and analyzed with the sport-specific PC interface. SuuntoSports.
SUUNTOSPORTS.COM SECTIONS SuuntoSports.com includes three sections with several functions. The following paragraphs describe only the basic functions of SuuntoSports.com. You can find detailed descriptions of all the site functions and activities and step-by-step instructions for using them from the site Help. The Help is available on each page and its icon is located on the right side of the bar dividing the screen. The Help is frequently updated as the site develops. SuuntoSports.
When you have uploaded logs to SuuntoSports.com, you can create charts from the dive related data in the logs. You can also publish your logs and compare them with other users’ logs. The My Suunto section also contains a personal calendar that you can use to mark personal events and other useful information. COMMUNITIES In the Communities section, SuuntoSports.com users can form or search groups and manage their own groups.
Sport forums include presentations of the resorts that are related to the sport. Users can rank the resorts with comments and the results are published next to the resort information. A ranking list can also be created for other things—for example, where are the best diving sites, what group has most members, who has uploaded most logs, and so on. GETTING STARTED To join the SuuntoSports.com community, connect to the Internet, open your web browser and go to www.suuntosports.com.
6. CARE AND MAINTENANCE This Suunto dive computer is a sophisticated precision instrument. Though designed to withstand the rigors of scuba diving, you must treat it with proper care and caution as any other precision instrument. 6.1. CARE OF YOUR D3 • • • • • • NEVER try to open the case of the D3. Every two years or after 200 dives (whichever comes first) have your D3 serviced by an authorized dealer or distributor.
• • • • Protect the unit from shocks, extreme heat or direct sunlight and chemical attack. The D3 cannot withstand the impact of heavy objects like scuba cylinders, nor chemicals like gasoline, cleaning solvents, aerosol sprays, adhesive agents, paint, acetone, alcohol etc. Chemical reactions with such agents will damage seals, case and finish. Store your D3 in a dry place when you are not using it. The D3 will display a battery symbol as a warning when the power gets too low.
and sand particles have been flushed out. Check the display for possible moisture or water. DO NOT use the D3 if you detect any moisture or water inside. CAUTION! • do not use compressed air to blow water off the unit • do not use solvents or other cleaning fluids that might cause damage • do not test or use the D3 in pressurized air 6.3. WATER RESISTANCE INSPECTION Water resistance of the unit must be checked after replacement of the battery, or after other service operations.
6.4. BATTERY REPLACEMENT NOTE: It is advisable to contact an authorized Suunto dealer for battery replacement. It is imperative that the change is made in a proper manner to avoid any leakage of water into the battery compartment or computer. CAUTION! • Defects caused by improper battery installation are not covered by the warranty. Fig. 6.1.Battery Compartment Lid All history and profile data, as well as the alarm settings, will remain in thedive computer memory after the battery change.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT The battery is located in a separate battery com-partment on the back side of the instrument (Fig. 6.1.). To change the battery, follow the procedure below: 1. Thoroughly rinse and dry the computer. 2. Open the battery compartment lid by carefully but firmly turning it counterclockwise using a coin or a screwdriver. When turned the lid should rise from the compartment. Care should be taken not to damage any of the parts. Use a large enough coin/screwdriver in order not to damage the lid.
7. Check that the battery compartment surfaces are clean. Clean with soft cloth if necessary. 8. Gently insert the new battery under the battery retainer/contact. Check the polarity of the battery: the “-” mark should point toward the bottom of the compartment and the “+” mark upwards. 9. Check that the new battery compartment lid and lubricated O-ring are in good condition. Be very careful not to get any dirt on the o-ring or its sealing surfaces. 10.
7. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 7.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Dimensions and weight: • • • • Width: 48.9 mm [1.92 in] Height: 54.8 mm [2.16 in] Thickness: 15.8 mm [0.62 in] Weight: 50.3 g [1.78 oz] Depth Gauge: • • • • • • Temperature compensated pressure sensor. Salt water calibrated, in fresh water the readings are about 3% smaller (calibrated complying with prEN 13319). Maximum depth of operation: 80 m [262 ft] (complying with prEN 13319).
Calendar Clock: • • Accuracy: ± 15 s /month (at 20ºC [68ºF]) 12/24 h display Other displays: • • • Dive time: 0 to 999 min (Gauge mode), 0 to 99 min (Free mode) Surface time: 48h 5 min (Gauge mode), 24h (Free mode) Dive counter: 0 to 99 for repetitive dives. Logbook/Dive Profile Memory: • • • Recording interval in Gauge mode: adjustable to 10, 20, 30 or 60 seconds, records the maximum depth of each interval.
Operating Conditions • • • Normal altitude range: 0 to 3000 m [10000 ft] above sea level. Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C [32°F to 104°F]. Storage temperature: -20°C to +50°C [-4°F to +122°F]. It is recommended that the D3 be stored in a dry place at room temperature. Battery • • • • • • • • • • • • • One 3 V lithium battery; CR 2032 Battery storage time (shelf life): Up to 18 months. Replacement: Every 18 months or more often depending on dive activity.
The following conditions have an affect on the expected battery lifetime: • • • • • The length and type of the dives. The condition in which the unit is operated and stored (e.g. temperature/ cold conditions). Below 10°C [50°F] the expected battery lifetime may be 50-75% of that at 20°C [68°F]. The use of the backlight and audible alarms. The quality of the battery (some lithium batteries may exhaust unexpectedly, which cannot be tested in advance).
8. WARRANTY NOTE: The warranty arrangements vary in different countries. The dive computer packaging contains information regarding the warranty benefits and requirements applicable to your purchase.
All implied warranties, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited from date of purchase and in scope to the warranties expressed herein. Suunto shall not be liable for loss of use of the product or other incidental or consequential costs, expenses or damage incurred by the purchase. All warranties not stated herein are expressly disclaimed.
9. GLOSSARY Altitude dive A dive made at an elevation greater than 300 m [1000 ft] above sea level. Apnea Absence of breathing. Freedivers are apneic throughout the duration of their dive. Ascent rate The speed at which the diver ascends toward the surface. ASC RATE Abbreviation for ascent rate. Ascent time The minimum amount of time needed to reach the surface on a decompression stop dive. DAN Divers Alert Network. DCI Abbreviation for decompression illness.
EAN Abbreviation for enriched air nitrox. Enriched Air Nitrox Oxygen-Nitrogen mix, normally with more than 21% oxygen. Freediver A breath-holding diver whose only source of oxygen are his lungs filled with surface air. Hypercapnia Increased amount of carbon dioxide in the blood. A diver who does not rest adequately between breath-hold dives will have elevated carbon dioxide levels. This can predispose hin to carbon dioxide toxicity or blackout.
NITROX In sports diving refers to any mix with a higher fraction of oxygen than standard air. NOAA United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. No-decompression time The maximum amount of time a diver may remain at a particular depth without having to make decompression stops during the subsequent ascent. O2% Oxygen percentage or oxygen fraction in the breathing gas. Standard air has 21% oxygen.
Shallow - water blackout (SWB) An unconscious state divers experience when the brain becomes deprived of oxygen. SWB frequently happens without warning, causing death by subsequent drowning. Static apnea blackout Unconsciousness due to gradual oxygen depletion caused by holding one’s breath too long. It can occur anywhere, particularly at the surface, and is not associated with depth or pressure changes. It commonly occurs in swimming pools at the surface or during long underwater endurance swims.
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