en SUUNTO SK-7 COMPASSES USER GUIDE
SUUNTO SK-7 DIVING COMPASS USER GUIDE The high-quality, liquid-filled Suunto diving compasses are durable, reliable and easy to use. The Suunto diving compass range includes both wrist and combo models. The SK-7 compasses have a side reading window. The direction line, which indicates the direction of your destination, is indicated as follows: Compass Direction line SK-7 wrist compass Red line on the compass capsule SK-7 combo compass Red line on the compass capsule and console center line.
the front end of the direction line shows your compass bearing, and as long as the North needle is aligned between the slit marks, the direction line points toward your destination. You can also take a bearing by directing the compass towards the destination and by reading the compass bearing from the side window. This bearing can be memorized by turning the direction ring to that bearing.
tion, which varies according to the location. For absolutely exact map work, local declination (which is usually given on the map) should be taken into account. - General orientation on the diving site Before diving, check the main compass bearings at the diving site, paying special attention to memorizing the direction of the shoreline and bearings of landmarks that may be of importance.
your line of vision. As you reach the first one, line up a new one farther away, so that you again have three points determining your course. This way you can counteract the effect of a side current. Using the compass under water - - - - 8 Usually, a compass must be held precisely in a horizontal position, otherwise the magnetic needle will stick. However, in the SK-7 the allowed inclination is approximately ±30 degrees.
- - Avoid swimming long distances “in the blue”. With practice you can swim straight by holding the compass constantly in front of your face, making sure that the direction line as precisely as possible points in your swimming direction. This can be facilitated by holding the compass in your hand instead of attaching it to your wrist. When possible, start by diving straight down to the bottom, then use the compass to follow fixed points, as described above.
of this Limited Warranty. This Limited Warranty is only valid and enforceable in the country of purchase, unless local law stipulates otherwise. Warranty Period The Limited Warranty Period starts at the date of original retail purchase. The Warranty Period is two (2) years for display devices. The Warranty Period is one (1) year for accessories and consumable parts, including but not limited to chargeable batteries, chargers, docking stations, straps, cables and hoses.
be uninterrupted or error free, or that the Product will work with any hardware or software provided by a third party. Access to Suunto warranty service You must have proof of purchase to access Suunto warranty service. For instructions how to obtain warranty service, visit www.suunto.com/warranty, contact your local authorized Suunto retailer, or call Suunto Help Desk +358 2 2841160 (national or premium rates may apply).
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