User guide

Care and maintenance
38 NiTek Dive Computer User Manual
Proper handling techniques
The NiTek is constructed to withstand the most demanding
diving conditions. It is, however, a high precision instrument,
which requires proper care.
Caution: Failure to follow these handling techniques may result
in damage to the NiTek.
• Do not store the computer in hot and/or humid
environments. The pressure transducer is sensitive to both
heat and humidity. If impaired, it may cause incorrect
altitude or depth readings.
• When in hot and/or humid environments, dip the computer
in water for several minutes to cool it to room temperature
before using it. If it is cold, allow the computer to warm to
room temperature. Do not take it underwater immediately
after doing so.
• Do not transport your NiTek on an aircraft or take it to
altitude while it is sealed in an air-tight container. Doing so
may interfere with its ability to correctly read, display, and
track depth information.
• The NiTek’s Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) may darken if
left in a hot environment (such as on a car’s dashboard). It
will return to normal once allowed to cool, however,
extensive exposure to heat may shorten LCD life.
• Be aware that weather-related changes in air-pressure can
cause incorrect display of altitude settings. Be sure to check
indicated altitude settings against actual altitude before use.
Your NiTek is not to be disassembled by anyone other than
Dive Rite or its authorized dealers. Unauthorized
disassembly will violate the warranty.
• If the NiTek does not appear to be functioning properly, do
not use it to dive. Return it to your authorized Dive Rite
dealer for repair.
• The NiTek should not come in contact with solvents or any
type of chemical substances