Suunto mosquito Mode D'Emploi
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Protect the unit from shocks, extreme heat or direct sunlight and chemical
attack. The Mosquito 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 fi nish.
attack. The Mosquito 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 fi nish.
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Store your Mosquito in a dry place when you are not using it.
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The Mosquito will display a battery symbol as a warning when the power
gets too low. When this happens, the Mosquito should not be used until
the battery has been replaced (see chapter 3.1.2.).
gets too low. When this happens, the Mosquito should not be used until
the battery has been replaced (see chapter 3.1.2.).
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Do not fasten the strap of your Mosquito too tightly. You should be able
to insert your fi nger between the strap and your wrist. Use the extension
strap when fastening the Mosquito on your exposure suit.
to insert your fi nger between the strap and your wrist. Use the extension
strap when fastening the Mosquito on your exposure suit.
6.2. MAINTENANCE
If left without care for an extended period, a thin fi lm (often invisible to the eye)
will cover the unit. Much like the buildup on the glass of an aquarium, this fi lm is
the result of organic contaminates found in both salt and fresh water. Suntan oil,
silicone spray and grease will speed up this process. As a result of this buildup,
moisture will be trapped next to the water contact and will not allow your Mosquito
to operate properly.
will cover the unit. Much like the buildup on the glass of an aquarium, this fi lm is
the result of organic contaminates found in both salt and fresh water. Suntan oil,
silicone spray and grease will speed up this process. As a result of this buildup,
moisture will be trapped next to the water contact and will not allow your Mosquito
to operate properly.
The water contact can be cleaned with a small brush (e.g. toothbrush).
IMPORTANT: The Mosquito should be soaked, then thoroughly rinsed with
fresh water and then dried with a soft towel after each dive. Make sure that all salt
fresh water and then dried with a soft towel after each dive. Make sure that all salt