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User’s GUide en SUUNTO D6i.
1. WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF SUUNT O DIVE COMPUTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2 . W A R N I N G S , C A U T I O N S , A N D N O T E S .............................................. 9 3 . S U U N T O U S E R I N T E R F A C E ..................
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1 0 . 2 . 3 . A l t i t u d e d i v i n g ............................................................. 1 1 7 1 0 . 3 . O x y g e n e x p o s u r e ............................................................. 1 1 8 1 1 . I N T E L L E C T U A L P R O P E R T Y .
1. WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF SUUNT O DIVE COMPUTERS Suunto D6i wristop dive computer is designed to help you get the most out of your diving. With integrated digital compass and gas switching, Suunto D6.
2. W ARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES Throughout this user's guide, important safety icons are displayed. Three classifications are used to separate these icons by their order of importance: W ARNING.
W ARNING NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE! Suunto dive computers are intended for recreational use only . The demands of commercial or professional diving may expose the diver to depths and condi- tions that tend to increase the risk of decompression illness (DCI).
W ARNING SUUNTO STRONGL Y RECOMMENDS THA T SPORT DIVERS LIMIT THEIR MAXIMUM DEPTH TO 40 M/130 FT OR T O THE DEPTH CALCULA TED BY THE COMPUTER BASED ON THE SELECTED O 2 % AND A MAXIMUM PO 2 OF 1.4 BAR! Exposure to greater depths increases the risk of oxygen toxicity and decom- pression sickness.
W ARNING YOU ARE ADVISED TO A VOID FL YING ANY TIME THE COM- PUTER COUNTS DOWN THE NO-FL Y TIME. ALW A YS ACTIV- A TE THE COMPUTER TO CHECK THE REMAINING NO-FL Y TIME PRIOR TO FL YING! Flying or traveling to a higher altitude within the no-fly time can greatly increase the risk of DCI.
W ARNING DO NOT EXPOSE THE SUUNTO D6i's OPTIONAL T ANK PRESSURE TRANSMITTER TO ANY GAS MIX CONT AINING MORE THAN 40% OXYGEN! Enriched air with greater oxygen content presents a risk of fire or explosion and serious injury or death.
W ARNING SET THE CORRECT AL TITUDE ADJUSTMENT SETTING MODE! When diving at altitudes greater than 300 m/1,000 ft, the Altitude Adjustment feature must be correctly selected in order for the computer to calculate the decompression status. The dive computer is not intended for use at altitudes greater than 3,000 m/10,000 ft.
NOTE It is not possible to change between AIR, NITROX and GAUGE modes before the instrument has counted down the no-fly time. There is one exception to this: Y ou can change from AIR to NI- TROX mode even during the no-fly time.
3. SUUNTO USER INTERF ACE Current T ime Display Mode Indicator No-Decompression T ime T otal Ascent T ime Ceiling Depth Remaining Air Time Safety/Deep Stop T ime Surface Interval T ime No-Fly T ime Co.
3.1. Navigating in the menus Suunto D6i has four main operating modes - TIME mode (TIME), DIVE mode (DIVE), PLAN mode (PLAN), and MEMORY mode (MEM). It also has a COMP ASS submode, which can be activated from either TIME or DIVE modes. T o toggle between the main modes, press the MODE button.
SETTINGS Alarm Time Dual Time Date Units Backlight Contrast T ones SUB-MODES Air Nitrox Gauge Free SETTINGS Nitrox Personal/Altitude T ank Press Pairing T ank Press Alarm Depth Alarm Depth Notify Alar.
3.2. Button symbols and functions The table below explains the main functions of the dive computer's buttons. The buttons and their use is explained in more detail in the relevant sections of the user's guide.
Main functions Press Button Symbol T oggle between alternative displays Change submode Increase values Short UP Activate gas switching in MIXED mode Long UP T oggle between alternative displays Change.
4. GETTING ST ARTED T o get the most out of your Suunto D6i, use some time to personalize it and really make it YOUR computer . Set the correct time and date, as well as the alarms and tones, unit and backlight settings. Then, calibrate and test the compass function.
Now that after you know how to toggle between the shortcuts, you can start to set them. The figure below shows how to enter the TIME Settings menu. USE UP AND DOWN BUT TONS TO T OGGLE BET WEEN ALARM, TIME, DUAL TIME, DA TE, UNITS, CONTRAST AND TONES. 4.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. 4.1.2. Setting the time In the T ime setting mode, you are able to set the hour , minute, and second, as well as choose between a 12 and 24 hour display . ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DO WN BUT TONS. AC CEPT WITH SELECT BUT TON. 4.1.4. Setting the date In the Date setting mode, you are able to set the year , month, and day . The day of the week is automatically calculated in accordance with the date. In metric units the date is presented as DD/MM, and in imperial units as MM/DD.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. 4.1.6. Setting the backlight In the Backlight setting mode, you are able to turn the backlight ON or OFF and to define how long it stays on for (5, 10, 20, 30, or 60 seconds). When the backlight is turned OFF , it does not illuminate when an alarm sounds.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. 4.1.8. Setting the tones In the T ones setting mode, you are able to activate or deactivate the tones. ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. NOTE When the tones are off, there are no audible alarms.
USE DOWN BUT TON TO ST ART STOPW A TCH AND T AKE A SPLIT TIME. THE UP BUTTON STOPS THE STOPW A TCH AND LONG PRESSING IT RESET S IT . 4.3. AC water contacts The water and data transfer contact is located on the side of the case.
Contamination or dirt on the water contact may prevent this automatic activation. Therefore, it is important that the water contact is kept clean. The contact can be cleaned with fresh water and a soft brush, for example a tooth brush. NOTE Water or moisture build-up around the water contact may cause the contact to activate automatically .
IF ACCESSED FROM TIME MODE , TIME AND BEARING ARE DISPLA YED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SCREEN. ACCESSED FROM DIVE MODE , CURRENT DEPTH, AND TIME OR MAXIMUM DEPTH, T ANK PRESSURE, AS WELL AS BEARING OR DIVE TIME OR TEMPERA TURE ARE DISPLA YED . NOTE When accessed from DIVE mode, toggle between the alternative displays by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons.
4.4.2. Locking a bearing A bearing can be locked to help you follow a selected course, and directional arrows point towards the locked bearing. The last locked bearing is stored and is available the next time the compass is activated. In the DIVE mode the locked bearings are also stored in the log.
Explanation Symbol Y ou are 180 degrees from the locked bearing Y ou are 120 (or 240) degrees from the locked bearing 4.4.3. Compass settings Y ou can define the compass settings (Calibration, Declina.
Strong electromagnetic fields, such as power lines, stereo speakers, and magnets can affect the compass calibration. Therefore, it is advisable to calibrate the compass if your Suunto D6i has been exposed to these fields. NOTE When traveling overseas, it is recommended that you recalibrate the compass at the new location before using it.
T o calibrate the compass: HOLD THE DEVICE LEVEL AND SL OWL Y RO T A TE 360°. THEN SLOWL Y TURN THE DE VICE 90° TO VERTICAL POSITION. If the calibration fails several times in a row , it is possible that you are in an area with sources of magnetism, such as large metal objects, power lines or electric appliances.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN. AC CEPT WITH SELECT . Time-out Y ou can set the compass time-out from 1 to 20 minutes. After the set time has passed from the latest button press, the dive computer returns to the TIME or DIVE mode from the COMP ASS mode. ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN.
5. BEFORE DIVING Do not attempt to use the dive computer without reading this user's guide in its entirety , including all the warnings. Make sure that you fully understand the use, displays and limitations of the instrument.
The Suunto D6i allows you to choose between a traditional Recommended Safety Stop and Deep Stops. Deep Stops are safety stops that occur deeper than traditional stops, with the purpose of minimizing microbubble formation.
In the event that a required gas is not available at all, decompress for as long as you can by using the next most suitable gas that has the highest oxygen content. Notice that the oxygen content should be low enough to not violate the maximum partial pressure of oxygen (PO 2 ).
5.5. Freediving Freediving, and particularly freediving in combination with scuba diving, may present risks that have not been researched and are not commonly known. Anyone who engages in any form of breath hold diving is in danger of shallow-water blackout (SWB), that is, the sudden loss of consciousness caused by oxygen starvation.
T able 5.1. Dive computer alarms Duration Sound pattern Alarm type 2.4 s sound + 2.4 s break High priority 0.8 s sound + 3.2 s break Low priority T able 5.
T able 5.3. Audible and visual alarm types Alarm reason Alarm type PO2 value is greater than the adjusted value. Current depth is too deep for the gas in use.
Alarm reason Alarm type Gas change is recommended. In the DIVE Nitrox mode only . Y ou should change to a gas more favorable to decompression. ASC TIME assumes that the tas is changed and is accurate only if you change the gas accordingly . Low priority alarm followed by the "Change gas" beep, sounded once.
Alarm reason Alarm type The OLF value reaches the fixed 80% or 100%. In the DIVE Nitrox mode only . Y ou can acknowledge the alarm. Low priority alarm, sounded two times. The OLF% value blinks if the PO2 value is greater than 0.5 bar . The selected depth (3–120 m / 10–394 ft) is exceeded.
NOTE When the tones are turned OFF , the alarms are not sounded when an alarm is activated. W ARNING WHEN THE OXYGEN LIMIT FRACTION INDICA TES THA T THE MAXIMUM LIMIT IS REACHED, YOU MUST IMMEDIA TEL Y T AKE ACTION TO REDUCE OXYGEN EXPOSURE.
When the dive computer is in the permanent Error mode, only the Er warning is shown in the center window . The dive computer does not show times for ascent or stops. However , all the other displays function as before to provide information for ascent.
3. Attach the regulator to the scuba cylinder and slowly open the valve. Check for leaks by submerging the regulator first stage in water . If leaks are detected, check the condition of the O-ring and sealing surfaces. 5.8.2. Pairing and code selection In order to receive wireless data, the transmitter and the Suunto D6i need to be paired.
2. Ensure that the D6i is turned on, and that the wireless integration is enabled in the Suunto D6i settings (T ank Press is set ON. For more information, refer to Section 5.9.3. Setting the tank pressure pairing ). If the D6i is in the TIME mode, enter the DIVE mode by short-pressing the MODE button.
NOTE T o pair on the new transmitter code, the Suunto D6i code must be cleared first. T o re-pair the transmitter with the new code and the Suunto D6i dive computer: 1. In the DIVE mode of the Suunto D6i , long-press the DOWN button to enter the DIVE settings.
5.8.3. T ransmitting data After the pairing procedure, the Suunto D6i will receive cylinder pressure data from the transmitter . The pressure is displayed in either bars or psi, depending on the unit selected. Any time the Suunto D6i receives an appropriate signal, a flash symbol is displayed in the lower left corner .
A B C D E 5.9. DIVE mode settings Suunto D6i has several user-definable functions, as well as depth and time-related alarms that you can set according to your personal preferences.
FREE mode GAUGE mode NITROX mode AIR mode Setting X X X T ank pressure alarm X X X X Depth alarm X Depth notify alarm X X X X Dive time alarm X Surf time notify alarm X X X X Sample rate X X Deep stop X X X X Units The figure below shows how to enter the DIVE mode settings menu.
USE UP AND DOWN BUT TONS TO T OGGLE BET WEEN DIVE SET TINGS. NOTE Some settings cannot be changed until five (5) minutes has elapsed after the dive. 5.
In the NITROX setting mode, the equivalent maximum operating depth (MOD), based on the chosen setting, is displayed. After entering values for Mix1, you can similarly set an additional mix, Mix2. Y ou can set Mix2 to "Primary", "Secondary" or "Off".
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUTTONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUTTONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. NOTE While setting the gases, note that the calculated maximum oper- ating depth is displayed in the upper field. Y ou cannot change to this gas before you have ascended above this depth.
5.9.3. Setting the tank pressure pairing In the T ank Pressure Pairing setting mode, the wireless transmission can be set “ON” or “OFF” depending on whether the wireless pressure transmitter is used or not. When the wireless transmission is set “OFF”, no cylinder pressure-related data is shown, nor data reception made.
TANK PRESSURE HAS DROPPED BELOW 50 BAR AND THE REMAINING AIR TIME IS 4 MINUTES. THE DISPLAY BLINKS AND THERE IS AN AUDIBLE ALARM. 5.9.5. Setting the depth alarm The Depth Alarm setting is factory-set to 30 m/100 ft, but you can adjust it according to your personal preference, or switch it off altogether .
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. 5.9.7. Setting the dive-time alarm The Dive T ime Alarm setting can be activated and used for several purposes to add to your diving safety . ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. 5.9.9. Setting the sample rate The Sample Rate setting controls how often the depth, tank pressure (if enabled), and water temperature is stored in the memory . The factory default setting is 20 seconds.
ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON. 5.9.1 1. Setting the units In the Unit settings you are able to choose between metric (meters/Celsius/bar) and imperial (feet/Fahrenheit/psi) units. ADJUST WITH UP AND DOWN BUT TONS. ACCEPT WITH SELECT BUTTON.
5.10.1. Accessing DIVE mode The Suunto D6i has four diving modes: AIR mode for diving with standard air only , NITROX mode for diving with oxygen enriched mixtures, GAUGE mode for use as a bottom timer and FREE mode freediving.
W ARNING SUUNTO STRONGL Y RECOMMENDS THA T SPORT DIVERS LIMIT THEIR MAXIMUM DEPTH TO 40 M/130 FT! Exposure to greater depths increases the risk of oxygen toxicity and decom- pression sickness.
5.10.3. Battery power indication T emperature or internal oxidation of the battery affect the battery voltage. If the instru- ment is stored for a long period, or used in cold temperatures, the low battery warning may be displayed even though the battery has enough capacity .
When programming the instrument for the correct altitude, you need to select the correct Altitude Adjustment settings according to T able 5.6, Altitude Adjustment settings .
5.10.5. Personal adjustments There are personal factors that can affect your susceptibility to DCI, which you can predict in advance, and input into the decompression model. Such factors vary between divers and also for the same diver from one day to another .
This feature is used to adjust the computer to be more conservative, according to personal preference, by entering the suitable Personal Adjustment setting with the help of T able 5.7, Personal Adjustment settings . In ideal conditions, retain the default setting, P0.
5.1 1. Safety Stops Safety Stops are widely considered good diving practice for recreational diving, and are an integral part of most dive tables. The reasons for performing a Safety Stop in- clude: reducing sub-clinical DCI, microbubble reduction, ascent control, and orientation before surfacing.
5.1 1.2. Mandatory Safety Stops When the ascent rate exceeds 10 m/33 ft per minute continuously for more than five (5) seconds, the microbubble build-up is predicted to be more than is allowed for in the decompression model. The Suunto RGBM calculation model responds to this by adding a Mandatory Safety Stop to the dive.
WHEN CEILING AND STOP ARE DISPLA YED WITH DOWNW ARD POINTING ARROW , IMMEDIA TEL Y ( WITHIN 3 MINUTES) DESCEND TO OR BEL OW CEILING. If you continue to violate the Mandatory Safety Stop, the tissue calculation model is affected and the dive computer shortens the available no-decompression time for your next dive.
Enabling the deep stops does not disable Recommended Safety Stops. Mandatory Safety Stops, for example due to continuous ascent rate violations, are still prompted. If a deep stop is violated, it does not cause the dive computer to go into an error (Er) mode.
6. DIVING This section contains instructions on how to operate the dive computer and interpret its displays. The dive computer is easy to use and read. Each display shows only the data relevant to that specific diving mode. 6.1. Diving in the AIR mode (DIVE Air) This section contains information on diving with standard air .
6.1.1. Basic dive data During a No-decompression dive, the following information is displayed: • your present depth in meters/feet • the available no-decompression time in minutes as NO DEC TIME • the ascent rate presented as a bar graph on the right side • the Diver Attention Symbol if surface interval should be prolonged (see T able 7.
DOWN BUTTON TOGGLES BETWEEN MAXIMUM DEPTH, CURRENT TIME AND TANK PRESSURE. UP B UTTON TOGGLES BETWEEN DIVE TIME AND W A TER TEMPERA TURE. 6.1.2. Bookmark It is possible to record bookmarks in the profile memory during a dive. These bookmarks are displayed when scrolling the profile memory on the display .
A BOOKMARK IS PLACED IN THE PROFILE MEMOR Y DURING A DIVE BY PRESSING THE SELECT BUTTON. 6.1.3. T ank pressure data When using the optional wireless pressure transmitter , the pressure of your scuba cylinder in bars (or psi) is shown digitally in the lower left corner of the alternative dis- play .
The change in your air consumption is based on constant one second interval pressure measurements over 30–60 second periods. An increase in air consumption influences the remaining air time rapidly , while a drop in air consumption increases the air time slowly .
Three (3) double beeps are also heard when the cylinder pressure goes down to the user-selected alarm pressure, and when the remaining time reaches zero. 6.1.4. Ascent rate indicator The ascent rate is displayed graphically along the right hand side with a vertical bar .
6.1.5. Safety Stops A three (3) minute Recommended Safety Stop is prompted after every dive to over 10 m. 6.1.6. Stopwatch (Timer) Y ou can also use a stopwatch during diving for various timing purposes. T o activate the stopwatch in the DIVE mode, long-press the MODE button, then start and stop it by short-pressing the SELECT button.
Rather than requiring you to make stops at fixed depths, the dive computer lets you decompress within a range of depths (continuous decompression). The ascent time (ASC TIME) is the minimum amount of time needed to reach the surface in a decompression dive.
• The ceiling is the shallowest depth to which you should ascend when in decom- pression. At this depth, or below , you must perform all stops. • The ceiling zone is the optimum decompression stop zone. It is the zone between the minimum ceiling and 1.
When conditions are rough, it may be difficult to maintain a constant depth near the surface. In such cases, it is more manageable to maintain an additional distance below the ceiling, to ensure that the waves do not lift you above the ceiling.
Display above the floor When you ascend above the floor , the ASC TIME sign stops blinking and the upward pointing arrow disappears. Below is an example of a decompression dive above the floor . UPW ARD POINTING ARROW HAS DISAPPEARED AND ASC TIME LABEL HAS STOPPED BLINKING, MEANING Y OU ARE IN THE DECOMPRESSION RANGE.
During the decompression stop, ASC TIME will count down towards zero. When the ceiling moves upwards, you can ascend to the new ceiling. Y ou may surface only after the ASC TIME and CEILING labels have disappeared, which means that the decom- pression stop and any Mandatory Safety Stop have been completed.
6.2.1. Before diving in the NITROX mode If set to theNITROX mode, the correct oxygen percentage of the gas in your cylinder must always be entered into the computer to ensure correct nitrogen and oxygen calculations. The dive computer adjusts its mathematical nitrogen and oxygen calcu- lation models accordingly .
In the NITROX mode, the default setting for Mix1 is standard air (21% O 2 ). It remains in this setting until the O 2 % is adjusted to any other percentage of oxygen (22%–99%). The default setting for maximum oxygen partial pressure is 1.4 bar , however you are able to set it in the range of 0.
• current time • water temperature • dive time DOWN BUT TON TOGGLES BETWEEN O 2 , MAXIMUM DEPTH CURRENT TIME AND T ANK PRESSURE. UP BUTTON TOGGLES BETWEEN PO 2 , OLF%, DIVE TIME AND WA TER TEMPERA TURE.
The Oxygen Limit Fraction (OLF%) displays only the value of the higher of the two calculations. The oxygen toxicity calculations are based on the factors listed in Sec- tion 10.
NOTE Mix number , O 2 % and PO 2 for the mixes are shown when scrolling. If the set PO 2 limit is exceeded , it will be shown with the PO 2 value blinking. The dive computer does not allow you to change to a gas whose set PO 2 is exceeded. In such a case, the mix is shown but cannot be selected.
BY PRESSING THE SELECT BUTTON DURING A DIVE, A BOOK- MARK IS WRITTEN IN THE PROFILE MEMORY , THE DIVE TIMER IS RESET , AND THE PREVIOUSL Y-TIMED INTERV AL IS DISPLA YED BEL OW . NOTE The GAUGE mode does not provide decompression information. NOTE There is no ascent rate monitoring in the GAUGE mode.
The Day History function shows the average depth of all dives, the deepest depth of the day as well as the time, the longest dive, and the cumulative dive time in hours and minutes, as well as the number of dives made during the day . NOTE The first dive of the next day will reset the Day History function and start a new one.
7. AFTER DIVING Once back at the surface, Suunto D6i continues to provide post-dive safety information and alarms. Calculations to enable repetitive dive planning also help to maximize diver safety .
Or , in the alternative displays, the following information will be shown: • maximum depth of last dive in meters/feet • dive time of last dive in minutes, shown as DIVE TIME • the current time,.
7.2.1. FREE Dive Each dive series includes dives that have been performed during one day . The day's dive numbering and latest dive information resets to 0 at midnight, and each day there is a new series of dives that is recorded in the log book.
• 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 2,400 m.
By pressing the UP/DOWN buttons, you can scroll the no-decompression limits in 3 m/10 ft increments ending at 45 m/150 ft. No-decompression limits longer than 99 minutes are displayed as “—“.If the O2% is too high for the planned depth, NA is dis- played instead of a numerical no-decompression limit.
NOTE The DIVE PLANNING mode is disabled in GAUGE mode and in Error mode (see Section 5.7. Error conditions). The DIVE PLANNING mode calculates no-decompression times for Mix1 only . If an additional mix is enabled in the Nitrox mode, it does not affect the calculations in (PLAN NoDec) mode.
The dive time and date are registered in the Logbook memory . Always check before diving that the time and date are correctly set, especially after traveling between differ- ent time zones. 7.6.1. Dive logbook (MEM Logbook) The Suunto D6i has a very sophisticated, high capacity Logbook and Profile Memory .
THERE ARE THREE P AGES OF LOGBOOK DIVE INFORMA TION. USE SELECT BUTTON TO SCROLL BETWEEN LOGBOOK P AGES I, II, AND III. THE DA T A OF THE MOST RECENT DIVE IS SHO WN FIRST .
• average depth • consumed pressure (if enabled) • warnings Page III • depth/time profile of the dive • water temperature • tank pressure (if enabled) NOTE The memory will retain approximately the last 36 hours of dive time. After that, when new dives are added, the oldest dives are deleted.
DIVE HISTORY DISPLA Y . TO T AL NUMBER OF DIVES, DIVE HOURS AND MAXIMUM DEPTH. The Dive History Memory can hold a maximum of 999 dives and 999 diving hours. When these maximum values are reached, the counters will start again from zero. NOTE The maximum depth can be reset to 0.
The Free Dive history gathers history of the entire sequence of free dives. Unlike the day history , the Free Dive History is not reset. NOTE Y ou can reset all free dive data within the free dive history with the PC-Interface unit and the downloadable Suunto DM4 software.
• additional dive information (for example, SLOW and Mandatory Safety Stop viola- tions, Diver Attention Symbol, Bookmark, Surfaced Mark, Decompression Stop Mark, and Ceiling Error Mark) • dive co.
T o transfer data: 1. Connect your dive computer to your laptop. 2. Download your dives to the DM4 on your laptop. 3. Follow the instructions on the DM4 on how to transfer your dives to your Movescount.
8. CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF MY SUUNTO DIVING COM- PUTER The SUUNTO dive computer is a sophisticated precision instrument. Although it is designed to withstand the rigors of scuba diving, you must treat it with the same proper care and caution as any other precision instrument.
• Should moisture appear inside the case or battery compartment, immediately have the instrument checked by your SUUNTO dealer or distributor . • The specific scratch guard for D4i, D6i, and D9tx is designed to help the display from getting scratched.
• MAINTENANCE The instrument should be soaked, thoroughly rinsed with fresh water , then dried with a soft towel after each dive. Make sure that all salt crystals and sand particles have been flushed out. Check the display and the transparent battery compartment cover for possible moisture or water .
F AQs WHA T CAN I DO TO MY SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTER MYSELF? NOTE It is advisable to contact an authorized Suunto service, distributor or retailer for any repairs. Batteries and straps can be replaced by the user when the change is made in a proper manner to avoid any leakage of water into the battery compartment or computer.
Y ou can also contact our European help desk by telephone at +358 2 284 1 160. The cost of the call is that of a normal call to Finland. The call center is open Mon-Fri, 24h/day . The service is provided in English all the time. Other languages—French, German, Swedish, Japanese, Spanish and Finnish—are only provided during local business hours.
9. BA TTER Y REPLACEMENT NOTE It is advisable to contact an authorized Suunto representative 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 .
CAUTION Defects caused by improper battery installation are not covered by the warranty . 9.1.1. T ransmitter battery kit The transmitter battery kit includes a 3.0 V CR ½ AA lithium cell battery and a lubricated O-ring. When handling the battery , do not make contact with both of the poles at the same time.
6. Check the condition of the O-ring. A defective O-ring may indicate sealing or other problems. Dispose of the old O-ring, even if it seems to be in good condition 7. Check that the O-ring groove and the sealing surface of the cover are clean. Clean them with a soft cloth if necessary .
Wireless transmitter parts. The code stands for spare part order number . 109.
10. TECHNICAL DA T A 10.1. T echnical specifications Dimensions and weight: • Diameter: 50.0 mm/1.97 in • Thickness: 16.0 mm/0.61 in • Weight: 1 13g/3.98 oz T ransmitter: • Max. diameter: 40 mm/1.57 in • Length: 80 mm/3.15 in • Weight: 1 18 g/4.
• Display range: -20 to +50°C/-9 to +122°F • Accuracy: ± 2°C/± 3.6°F within 20 minutes of temperature change Calendar clock: • Accuracy: ± 25 s/month (at 20°C/68°F) • 12/24 h display Displays only in NITROX mode: • Oxygen %: 21–99 • Oxygen partial pressure display: 0.
Tissue calculation model: • Suunto RGBM algorithm (developed by Suunto and Bruce R. Wienke, BSc, MSc, PhD) • 9 tissue compartments • T issue compartment halftimes: 2.
• The use of the compass • The quality of the battery . (Some lithium batteries may exhaust unexpectedly , which cannot be tested in advance) • The time the dive computer has been stored until it gets to the customer .
• Incorporating consistency with real physical laws for gas kinetics 10.2.1. Suunto RGBM adaptive decompression The Suunto RGBM algorithm adapts its predictions of both the effects of microbubble build-up and adverse dive profiles in the current dive series.
10.2.2. No-decompression limits for air The no-decompression limits displayed by the dive computer for the first dive to a single depth (see T able 10.1, No-decompression time limits for various depths (m) and T able 10.2, No-decompression time limits for various depths (ft) .
No-decompression time limits (mins) for various depths (m) for the first dive of a series Personal Mode / Altitude Mode Depth (m) P2/A2 P2/A1 P2/A0 P1/A2 P1/A1 P1/A0 P0/A2 P0/A1 P0/A0 3 3 2 2 5 4 3 3 9 7 5 4 3 3 3 2 5 4 4 3 9 8 6 5 4 3 3 2 6 5 4 3 10 8 6 5 36 39 42 45 T able 10.
No-decompression time limits (mins) for various depths (ft) for the first dive of a series Personal Mode / Altitude Mode Depth (ft) P2/A2 P2/A1 P2/A0 P1/A2 P1/A1 P1/A0 P0/A2 P0/A1 P0/A0 6 5 4 10 8 6 1.
As a result, the allowed no-decompression-stop limits are considerably reduced. 10.3. Oxygen exposure The oxygen exposure calculations are based on currently accepted exposure time limit tables and principles. In addition to this, the dive computer uses several methods to conservatively estimate the oxygen exposure.
1 1. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY 1 1.1. Copyright This user's manual is copyrighted and all rights are reserved. It may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, or translated to any media without prior written consent from Suunto. 1 1.
12. DISCLAIMERS 12.1. User ’ s responsibility This instrument is intended for recreational use only . Suunto D6i must not be used for obtaining measurements that require professional or industrial precision. 12.2. CE The CE mark is used to mark conformity with the European Union EMC directive 89/336/EEC.
13. SUUNTO LIMITED W ARRANTY FOR SUUNTO DIVING COM- PUTERS AND SUUNTO DIVING COMPUTER ACCESSORIES This Limited W arranty is valid as of January 1st, 2007. Suunto Oy ("Suunto") provides this limited warranty to those who have purchased the Suunto Diving computer and/or Suunto diving computer accessories ("Product").
W arranty Period The Limited W arranty Period starts at the date of original retail purchase. The W arranty Period is two (2) years for display devices. The W arranty Period is one (1) year for accessories and consumable parts, including but not limited to chargeable batteries, chargers, docking stations, straps, cables and hoses.
4. has been exposed to chemicals including but not limited to mosquito repellents. Suunto does not warrant that the operation of the Product will be uninterrupted or error free, or that the Product will work in combination with any hardware or software provided by a third party .
Any claim under this Limited Warranty is subject to you notifying Suunto or a Suunto Authorized Service center of the alleged defect within a reasonable time of it having come to your attention, and in any event no later than before the expiry of the W arranty Period.
EQUIPMENT OR F ACILITIES, CLAIMS OF THIRD P AR TIES, DAMAGE TO PROP- ERTY RESUL TING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE ITEM OR ARISING FROM BREACH OF THE W ARRANTY , BREACH OF CONTRACT , NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TOR T , OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUIT ABLE THEOR Y , EVEN IF SUUNTO KNEW OF THE LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES.
14. DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE Please dispose of the device in an appropriate way , treating it as electronic waste. Do not throw it in the garbage. If you wish, you may return the device to your nearest Suunto representative.
GLOSSAR Y Altitude dive A dive made at an elevation greater than 300 m/1000 ft above sea level. Ascent rate The speed at which the diver ascends toward the surface. ASC RA TE Abbreviation for ascent rate. Ascent time The minimum amount of time needed to reach the surface on a decom- pression stop dive.
Decompression illness Any of a variety of maladies resulting either directly or indirectly from the formation of nitrogen bubbles in tissues or body fluids, as a result of inad- equately controlled decompression. Commonly called "the bends" or "DCI".
Multi level dive A single or repetitive dive that includes time spent at various depths and whose no decompression limits are therefore not determined solely by the maximum depth attained. Nitrox In sports diving, refers to any mix with a higher fraction of oxygen than standard air .
PFO Abbreviation for patent foramen ovale. It is a form of congenital heart defect that enables blood flow between the left and right atria via the in- teratrial septum. PO 2 Abbreviation for oxygen partial pressure. RGBM Abbreviation for Reduced Gradient Bubble Model.
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Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Suunto D6I è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Suunto D6I - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Suunto D6I imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Suunto D6I ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Suunto D6I, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Suunto D6I.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Suunto D6I. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Suunto D6I insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
