S-TEK

SCUBAPRO BCS MANUAL

Congratulations on purchasing a SCUBAPRO Buoyancy compensator (BC) and welcome
to SCUBAPRO. We are confident that you will enjoy extraordinary performance from our
BC, designed and manufactured using the most advanced technology.
We thank you for choosing SCUBAPRO and wish you a future of safe dives and
underwater enjoyment!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. IMPORTANT WARNINGS ........................................................................................4
1.1 General Warnings ...........................................................................................4
1.2 Pre-Dive Warnings ................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Dive Warnings ................................................................................................6
2. EUROPEAN CERTIFICATION .................................................................................7
3. PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................8
4. S-TEK COMPONENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................9
4.1 Primary Purpose of a Buoyancy Compensator ..............................................9
4.2 S-TEK PURE Harness - Stainless Steel Back Plate............................................... 9
4.3 S-TEK PURE Harness - Aluminium Back Plate ................................................10
4.4 S-TEK PRO Harness - Stainless Steel Back Plate ............................................11
4.5 S-TEK PRO Harness - Aluminium Back Plate ..................................................... 12
4.6 TEK BPI - K-Style Balanced Power Inflator/Deflator Unit .............................13
4.7 S-TEK Donut 30 Wing ...................................................................................14
4.8 S-TEK Donut 40 Wing ........................................................................................ 14
4.9 S-TEK Donut 60 Wing ...................................................................................15
4.10 Single Tank Adaptor .....................................................................................16
4.11 Twin Tank Kit ........................................................................................................ 16
5. S-TEK SET UP AND ADJUSTMENTS...................................................................17
5.1 S-TEK PURE Harness (Stainless or Aluminium) Setup.................................17
5.2 S-TEK PRO Harness (Stainless or Aluminium) Setup..................................... 20
5.3 Front Buckle Location and Trimming Excess Webbing (PURE and PRO) ...22
5.4 Rear Crotch D-Ring Position (PURE and PRO) ............................................23
5.5 FInal Check - Back Plate Position (PURE and PRO)........................................... 23
6. S-TEK CYLINDER ATTACHMENT SYSTEMS ......................................................24
6.1 Ergo Nuts ......................................................................................................24
6.2 Single Tank Adapter............................................................................................. 25
6.3 Twin Tank Kit .................................................................................................27
7. BC EXAMINATION AND PROCEDURES ..............................................................30
7.1 Pre-Dive Visual Inspection and Valve Test ...................................................30
8. OPERATION ...........................................................................................................31
8.1 Connecting the TEK BPI (Inflator/Deflator) Unit ...........................................31
8.2 Power Inflating the BC with the Inflate Button ..................................................... 32
8.3 Orally Inflating the BC with the Deflate Button .................................................33
8.4 Deflating the BC with the Deflate Button .........................................................34
8.5 Deflating the BC with the Dump Valve ................................................................ 34
9. POST DIVE .............................................................................................................35
9.1 Cleaning, Inspection, Transport and Storage...............................................35
9.2 Disinfection ...................................................................................................35
10. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY .................................................36

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 1. IMPORTANT WARNINGS
1.1 General Warnings
WARNING
This manual must be read and understood entirely before using the product. It is advised
that you keep this manual in your possession during the entire life of your BC. FAILURE TO
READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THE PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING
When diving you must follow the rules and apply the skills taught by a recognized scuba
diving certification agency. Before taking part in any diving activity, it is mandatory to
have successfully completed a scuba diving course covering both theoretical and
technical aspects of diving.

WARNING
This instruction manual does not replace a diving instruction course!

WARNING
In accordance with European standards, our BCs can only be considered certified
where all components are present, as per the original SCUBAPRO configuration,
including the low pressure hose supplied.
Any variation of the original configuration invalidates conformity to European certification
standards.

1.2 Pre-Dive Warnings

WARNING
DO NOT DIVE with a BC that does not pass any of the Pre-Dive, Dive or Post-Dive
inspection points and tests. Diving with a BC that fails any of the listed check points could
result in the loss of buoyancy control while diving, resulting in serious injury or death.

WARNING
Ensure you have fully understood the jacket’s function and features and adjust the straps
appropriately before diving. If in doubt, ask your official SCUBAPRO dealer for help.

WARNING
Do not attach an L.P. hose to a Scuba regulator high pressure (HP) port or to a gas supply
with pressure in excess of 200 psi (13.8 bar). This may result in damage or explosive failure
of the Inflation Valve or Low Pressure Hose, which could result in injury or death.

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 WARNING

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DO NOT DIVE with a BC that is damaged, leaks air or does not function properly. Terminate
any dive as safely and quickly as possible if the BC becomes damaged, leaks gas or does
not function properly.

WARNING
Special instruction in cold water diving practices and the specific use of this product in cold
water is required prior to cold water diving (temperatures below 10°C/50°F). This instruction
is beyond the scope of this manual.

WARNING
This product is designed to use air or helium/nitrogen/oxygen mixtures containing up to 40%
oxygen. Use of gas mixtures with increased oxygen, or the addition of other substances,
may cause corrosion, deterioration, premature aging or component failure of metal and
rubber parts. These actions may result in loss of buoyancy control or air holding integrity of
the BC, resulting in injury or death. Non standard gas mixtures may also present a risk of
fire or explosion.

WARNING
The assembly of the system should only be done by a trained person such as an Authorized
SCUBAPRO Dealer to avoid incorrect assembly. After the assembly, a final inspection must
be performed by an Authorized Dealer. Incorrect installation can cause serious injury or
death.

1.3 Dive Warnings

WARNING
THIS BC IS NOT A LIFE JACKET OR A RESCUE DEVICE.
Emergency face up floatation may not be provided for all wearers and in all conditions.

WARNING
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to chlorinated water, such as swimming pools.
Wash your BC immediately after any use in chlorinated water. Chlorinated water can
oxidize fabrics and materials on your BC, thereby shortening the life of the BC as well as
cause colors to fade. Damage and fading from prolonged exposure to chlorinated water is
specifically not covered under warranty.

WARNING
Do not use your BC as an assist or ‘’lift bag’’ for bringing objects to the surface. These
objects may be lost during the ascent, creating a sudden increase in buoyancy and loss of
buoyancy control.

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 WARNING
Keep sand and other contamination out of the mouthpiece of the TEK BPI. Under certain
conditions, contamination can cause the valve not to close completely. If this occurs
while diving, shake the TEK BPI while depressing the deflate button several times. If the
valve leaks or remains inoperable, terminate the dive. Diving with a leaking Buoyancy
Compensator or with valves that do not operate properly may result in a loss of buoyancy
control that could result in injury or death.

WARNING
Never breathe from your BC. Your BC may contain gas residue, liquid or contamination that
may result in injury or death if inhaled.
Keep water out of the bladder of the BC. Repeated use of the Oral Valve or Over Pressure
Valve may allow water inside the BC, reducing the amount of buoyancy provided by the BC.
This could result in injury or death. Drain all water out of the BC prior to every use.

WARNING
Wing-style BCs are built for a stable position underwater. The S-Tek is not a life jacket. Fully
inflated, the S-Tek does not guarantee an unconscious diver will be in a safe, heads-up
position at the surface.

WARNING
When using a weightbelt with the crotch strap, you must place the weightbelt on top of
the crotch strap ensuring it can fall freely from your body. Failure to follow this practice will
prevent the weightbelt from being released and may result in serious injury or death.

WARNING
The deflation device with the maximum outflow of gas is the lower deflation valve (fig. 17)

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2. EUROPEAN CERTIFICATION

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All SCUBAPRO BCs described in this manual have obtained the European certification
according to European rules regulating the conditions for the release on the market
and the fundamental safety requirements for second category Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE). Certification tests have been conducted according to the EN1809
harmonized standard, to ensure the compliance of the products to the fundamental
requirements for health and safety set by European regulation 2016/425/EU.

The CE and EN1809 marks on the product denote the conformity to said requirements.
The Manufacturer of SCUBAPRO BCs is:
SCUBAPRO EUROPE Via Tangoni 16 16030 Casarza Ligure (GE) Italy, or SCUBAPRO
GERMANY & E. Europe Johnson Outdoors Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH Bremer Straße 4
90451 Nuremberg GERMANY

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 3. PRECAUTIONS
For your protection while using SCUBAPRO life support equipment, we call your
attention to the following:

• Use the equipment according to the instructions contained in this manual and only
after having completely read and understood all instructions and warnings.
• Use of the equipment is limited to the uses described in this manual or for
applications approved in writing by SCUBAPRO.
• Cylinders must only be filled with atmospheric compressed gas, according to
the EN 12021 norm. Should moisture be present in the cylinder, beside causing
corrosion of the cylinder, it may cause freezing and subsequent malfunction of the
regulator during dives carried out in low temperature conditions (lower than 10°C
(50°F). Cylinders must be transported according to local rules provided for the
transport of dangerous goods. Cylinder use is subjected to the laws regulating the
use of gases and compressed air.
• Equipment must be serviced by qualified personnel at the prescribed intervals.
Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by an Authorized SCUBAPRO
Dealer service facility and with the exclusive use of original SCUBAPRO spare
parts.
• Should the equipment be serviced or repaired without complying with procedures
approved by SCUBAPRO or by untrained personnel or not certified by SCUBAPRO,
or should it be used in ways and for purposes other than specifically designated,
liability for the correct and safe function of the equipment transfers to the owner/
user.
• The content of this manual is based upon the latest information available at the
time of going to print. SCUBAPRO reserves the right to make changes at any time.
• All dives must be planned and carried out so that at the end of the dive the diver
will still have a reasonable reserve of air for emergency use. The suggested
amount is usually 50 bars (725 psi).

SCUBAPRO refuses all responsibility for damages caused by non-compliance with the
instructions contained in this manual. These instructions do not extend the warranty or
the responsibilities stated by SCUBAPRO terms of sales and delivery.

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4. S-TEK - COMPONENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

English
4.1 Primary purpose of the Buoyancy Compensator
The primary purpose of a Buoyancy Compensator is to make you more comfortable by
enabling you to maintain neutral buoyancy at depth.

You are neutrally buoyant when you maintain a specific depth without expending
significant physical effort to prevent an ascent or descent from that depth.

4.2 S-TEK PURE Harness with Stainless Steel Back Plate

The S-TEK PURE Harness incorporates the D.I.R. (Doing It Right) style of continuous
webbing and includes the following:

• 2 x Pre-bent Shoulder Stainless

Steel D-rings.
• 1 x Waist Stainless Steel D-ring on
the left side.
• Crotch Strap with 2 x Stainless
Steel D-rings.
• Silicone Epaulet and Guide
Bands.
• Stainless Steel Tri/Quad-Glides.
• 2 x Revolutionary new S-TEK Ergo
Nuts to house standard Stainless
Steel Wingnuts, making them
easier to tighten and loosen. Ergo
Nuts are also flush mounted to
prevent suit abrasion and are
ergonomically designed for use
in the cold, with wet or gloved
hands.
• Marine Grade Electropolished 316
Stainless Steel Back Plate with
softened organic shape, featuring
a Built-in Carry Handle.
• 2 x S-TEK WEB-LOCs to prevent
overtightening.

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 4.3 S-TEK PURE Harness with Aluminium Back Plate
The S-TEK PURE Harness incorporates the D.I.R. (Doing It Right) style of continuous
webbing and includes the following:

• 2 x Pre-bent Shoulder Stainless Steel

D-rings.
• 1 x Waist Stainless Steel D-ring on the
left side.
• Crotch Strap with 2 x Stainless Steel
D-rings.
• Silicone Epaulet and Guide Bands.
• Stainless Steel Tri/Quad-Glides.
• 2 x Revolutionary new S-TEK Ergo
Nuts to house standard Stainless
Steel Wingnuts, making them easier to
tighten and loosen. Ergo Nuts are also
flush mounted to prevent suit abrasion
and are ergonomically designed for use
in the cold, with wet or gloved hands.
• Marine Grade 5182 Anodized
Aluminium Back Plate with softened
organic shape, featuring a Built-in
Carry Handle.
• 2 x S-TEK WEB-LOCs to prevent
overtightening.

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4.4 S-TEK PRO Harness with Stainless Steel Back Plate
The S-TEK PRO Harness is supplied with adjustable Tek-Loc Shoulder buckles making

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doffing and donning a breeze and includes the following:

• 2 x Pre-bent Shoulder Stainless

Steel D-rings.
• 2 x Waist Stainless Steel D-rings.
• Crotch Strap with 2 x Stainless
Steel D-rings.
• Silicone Epaulet and Guide
Bands.
• Stainless Steel Tri/Quad-Glides.
• 2 x Revolutionary new S-TEK Ergo
Nuts to house standard Stainless
Steel Wingnuts, making them
easier to tighten and loosen. Ergo
Nuts are also flush mounted to
prevent suit abrasion and are
ergonomically designed for use
in the cold, with wet or gloved
hands.
• Marine Grade Electropolished
Stainless Steel 316 Steel Back
Plate with softened organic shape,
featuring a Built-in Carry Handle.
• Molded Monprene® Pads for
Back, Shoulder and Waist.

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 4 .5 S-TEK PRO Harness with Aluminium Back Plate
The S-TEK PRO Harness is supplied with adjustable Tek-Loc Shoulder buckles making
doffing and donning a breeze and includes the following:

• 2 x Pre-bent Shoulder Stainless

Steel D-rings.
• 2 x Waist Stainless Steel D-rings.
• Crotch Strap with 2 x Stainless
Steel D-rings.
• Silicone Epaulet and Guide
Bands.
• Stainless Steel Tri/Quad-Glides.
• 2 x Revolutionary new S-TEK Ergo
Nuts to house standard Stainless
Steel Wingnuts, making them
easier to tighten and loosen. Ergo
Nuts are also flush mounted to
prevent suit abrasion and are
ergonomically designed for use
in the cold, with wet or gloved
hands.
• Marine Grade 5182 Anodized
Aluminium Back Plate with
softened organic shape, featuring
a Built-in Carry Handle.
• Molded Monprene® Pads for
Back, Shoulder and Waist.

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4.6 TEK BPI – K-Style Balanced Power Inflator/Deflator Unit and
Elliptical Corrugated Hose

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All S-TEK Donut Wings are supplied
with the TEK BPI – a K-Style Balanced
Power Inflator/Deflator unit which is CE
compliant. This style is preferred by
Tech Divers worldwide.

The primary benefit of a Balanced

Power Inflator is exceptional,
consistent, flow rate, irrespective of
depth and tank pressure, which makes
this addition an important Tech benefit.

The new Elliptical EPDM Corrugated

Hose features increased durability
with crush resistance while remaining
very flexible. Included is an exclusive
Saddle to retain your LP hose with the
new Silicone Guide band.
Also included is a 56cm Superflow
Kevlar reinforced LP Hose with Quick
Disconnect Coupling.

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 4.7 S-TEK Donut 30 Wing

The S-TEK Donut 30 Wing is ideal for

single tank use and incorporates the
following features:

• 1000 Denier Air Textured Outer

Bag with industry leading
abrasion resistance and Eco-
friendly Dope-Dyed fabric.
• 500 Denier Air Textured Inner Bag.
• YKK Zippers and embroidered
logos.

LIFT CAPACITY: 13KG/30 POUNDS

130 LIFT (N) for Maximum cylinder
size 15L.

4.8 S-TEK Donut 40 Wing

The S-TEK Donut 40 Wing is an ideal

option for use with both Single Tanks
and Twin Tanks and offers the following
features:

• 1000 Denier Air Textured Outer

Bag with industry leading
abrasion resistance and Eco-
friendly Dope-Dyed fabric.
• 500 Denier Air Textured Inner Bag.
• YKK Zippers and embroidered
logos.

LIFT CAPACITY: 18KG/40 POUNDS

190 LIFT (N) for Maximum cylinder
size 18L or 2 x 15L.

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4.9 S-TEK Donut 60 Wing

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The S-TEK Donut 60 Wing is designed
exclusively for Twin Tank use and offers
the following features:

• 1000 Denier Air Textured Outer

Bag with industry leading
abrasion resistance and Eco-
friendly Dope-Dyed fabric.
• 500 Denier Air Textured Inner Bag.
• YKK Zippers and embroidered
logos.

LIFT CAPACITY: 27KG/60 POUNDS

260 LIFT (N) for Maximum cylinder
size 20L or 2 x 18L.

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 4.10 S-TEK Single Tank Adapter (S.T.A)
The S-TEK Single Tank Adapter makes attaching a single cylinder a cinch! The S.T.A.
offers the following features:

• Marine Grade 5182 Anodized

Aluminium plate.
• Single cinch band for easier attachment
and better vertical adjustability.
• Rubber Grip pad.
• Fixed bolts for easy attachment and
removal.
• Tank Height Adjustment Strap with
quick release.

4.11 S-TEK Twin Tank Kit

The S-TEK Twin Tank Kit is a premium attachment option for Twin Cylinders and offers
the following features:

• Stainless Steel 50mm wide bands.

• Double reinforcement at fixing point
offering exceptional stability.
• Laser etched logo.
• Available for 2 x 140mm, 2 x 171mm or
2 x 204mm diameters.

NOTE: Use 2 x Ergo Nuts included with your

S-TEK PURE or PRO Harness – see chapter
ATTACHING CYLINDER SYSTEMS in this
manual.

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5. S-TEK - SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS

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5.1 S-TEK PURE Harness (Stainless or Aluminium) Setup

The S-TEK PURE Harness offers two separate modes of use:

• Extender Mode on Shoulder Straps to provide easier doffing and donning (All
S-TEK PURE Harnesses are shipped in this mode).

• Fixed Mode on Shoulder Straps provides the most simple, secure attachment for
extreme diving.

5.1.1 Choosing the correct mode

Extender Mode

The S-TEK PURE Harness is shipped

in Extender Mode and uses the
exclusive S-TEK WEB-LOC to prevent
overtightening of the shoulder straps,
allowing you to ‘save’ the setting of
the Shoulder Strap each time you
don your harness. This system can
be personally tailored to you.

In this mode, the Shoulder Straps

can be loosened slightly once the
waist buckle is undone. Tri-glides
traditionally placed at the back of
the back plate have been removed, fig. 1 fig. 1-1
allowing the webbing to slide through
the back plate. The WEB-LOCs (fig.1)
are added to the Shoulder Strap
webbing to set a minimum length,
preventing overtightening of the
Shoulder Straps when you tighten the
Waist Strap.
Overtightening your harness can
restrict movement and respiration.

Set the WEB-LOC to the correct

position by unclipping the lock fig. 1-2 fig. 1-3
(fig.1-1, fig.1-2) and sliding it down
the Shoulder Strap to the position
that, once your harness is donned,
sets desired shoulder length while
allowing good freedom of movement
without restricting your harness and
breathing. Clip it closed (fig.1-3).

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 Fixed Mode

Although the S-TEK PURE Harness is

shipped in Extender Mode, a spare
Tri-Glide is included, should you want
to convert your harness to the Fixed
Mode.

In this mode, the Tri-Glide already

supplied in Extender Mode on the
right Waist Strap needs to be moved
to the traditional position at the back
of the back plate.

The spare Tri-Glide included with

the harness needs to be positioned fig. 2 fig. 2-1
identically on the left side. You will
need to remove the Waist Buckle,
left-side Tri-Glide (fig.2 and fig.2-1)
with D-ring and place the spare Tri-
Glide (fig.2-2) in the same position at
the back of the back plate. Rethread
the left-side Tri-Glide (fig.2-3) with
D-ring and Waist Buckle once you are
happy with the Fixed Mode shoulder
strap length.

You can then remove the S-TEK WEB-

fig. 2-2 fig. 2-3
LOCs as described in the Extender
Mode section above as they serve no
purpose in the Fixed mode.

Should you wish to revert to the

Extender Mode, reverse the process
and keep the spare Tri-Glide safe
should you ever require the Fixed
Mode option later.

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5.1.2 Shoulder Strap and D-Ring Location

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While standing, don your harness.
Lift your elbows ensuring your arms
are parallel to the ground and point
your thumb toward the shoulder
strap (fig. 3) to get an indication of
the correct D-ring placement.
This placement is important for
having easy access to items clipped
onto the D-rings, including Stage
Cylinders.
Feed the webbing through the Tri-
Glide until you have created a loop fig. 3
(fig.3-1). Move the Tri-Glide and
D-ring unit in the desired direction
along the shoulder strap (fig.3-2)
to locate it in the ideal position as
described above.

Note: Before this step, decide which

mode suits your requirement best;
Extender or Fixed mode. WEB-LOCs
and Tri-Glides should be removed
or added and placed in the correct
positions as described in the Mode
fig. 3-1 fig. 3-2
Section above.

5.1.3 Waist D-Ring (left-side) and Tri-Glide (right-side) Position

As a general rule, the Waist D-ring on the left side

of the S-TEK PURE Harness should be located in
line with an outer leg trouser seam (fig.4).

This D-ring is normally used for clipping off your

SPG and Stage Cylinders.

In Extender Mode, the distance between the WEB-

LOC and the Waist D-ring on your left hip (or the
Tri-Glide on your right hip), allows you to easily
loosen Shoulder Straps to remove your harness or
accurately tighten when donning your harness.
fig. 4
In Fixed Mode, the Shoulder Strap length is fixed.

To change the position, feed the webbing through

the Tri-Glide and Tri-Glide/D-ring unit until you
have created a loop (much the same as the
process described above in the Shoulder Strap
and D-ring section). Move in the desired direction
along the Waist Strap until placement is aligned
with an outer leg trouser seam.

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 5.2 S-TEK PRO Harness (Stainless or Aluminium) Setup
5.2.1 Shoulder Strap and D-Ring Location

While standing, don your harness. Lift your

elbows ensuring your arms are parallel
to the ground and point your thumb
toward the shoulder strap (fig.5) to get an
indication of the correct D-ring placement.

Adjustment of the Shoulder Strap length,

as well as the chest D-ring location, is
set using the excess webbing at the top
section of your S-TEK PRO Harness on
the back of the back plate (fig.5-1). We
fig. 5
recommend using this method for D-ring
shifting (rather than feeding the webbing
through the Monprene® Shoulder pads
and Tri-Glide/D-ring unit) in order to ensure
the TEK-LOC adjustment buckles on the
Shoulder Straps are in the correct position.

You should allow approximately 20cm

of excess webbing to ensure you can
re-adjust your harness depending on
thickness of exposure protection or

fig. 5-1
configuration changes.

Adjust the Shoulder Strap length or chest

D-ring placement by feeding the webbing
through the Tri-Glide (fig.5-2) so that, once
your harness is donned and the TEK-LOC
buckles are tightened, your D-rings are
in the correct location. Shoulder Straps
should be adjusted to allow good freedom
of movement without overly restricting your
harness and breathing.
fig. 5-2

Ensure you do not have more than 15-20cm

of excess webbing from the TEK-LOC
adjustable buckles (fig.5-3). Too much
webbing could increase drag and irritation!
fig. 5-3

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5.2.2 Waist D-Ring’s Position

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The S-TEK PRO Harness is supplied with
2 x Waist D-rings, one on each hip. As
a general rule, both D-rings should be
located in line with an outer leg trouser
seam (fig. 6). These D-rings are normally
used for clipping off your SPG, Stage
Cylinders and any other accessories.

To change the position of the D-rings, feed

the webbing through the Tri-Glide/D-ring
units until you have created a loop (fig.6-1).
Move in the desired direction along the
fig. 6
Waist Strap until placement is aligned with
an outer leg trouser seam. You will also
need to feed the webbing through the
Monprene® Waist Pad to move the location
of both D-rings.

fig. 6-1

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 5.3 Front Buckle Location and Trimming Excess Webbing
(PURE and PRO Harnesses)

The placement of the Stainless Steel

Waist buckle does depend on diver
configuration but generally should be
off-set slightly to the right (fig. 7), so
it is unhindered by the crotch strap
which is centrally aligned with your
navel but still allows easy reach to
release the buckle. The waist buckle
should not be too far right if you are
using a light canister on your right
side.

To move the Waist Buckle, untuck fig. 7

the existing webbing from the 2 x
Elastic Webbing Retainers (fig. 7-1)
and feed all excess webbing through
the buckle to allow you to move the
Waist Buckle in the desired direction
(fig. 7-2).

You should allow approximately 20cm

of excess webbing (fig. 7-3) (to be
tucked back into the Elastic Webbing

fig. 7-1
Retainers) to ensure you can re-
adjust your harness depending on
thickness of exposure protection or
configuration changes. Remember
that each time you add an item like
a light canister onto your system,
you will require some of the excess
webbing.

Trim the excess webbing while still

allowing for approximately 20cm of
excess. Use a lighter to singe the free
fig. 7-2

end to prevent fraying.

fig. 7-3

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5.4 Rear Crotch D-ring Position (PURE and PRO Harnesses)

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The Rear Crotch D-ring is used for
clipping off gear such as Reels,
Delayed Surface Marker Buoys
(DSMB) or Lift Bags – items that
are not used often. As a general
rule the D-ring should be about a
hand width below the botton end
of the back plate (fig. 8) to ensure
it’s low enough to access without
being blocked by your cylinders.

The Front Crotch D-ring is included

fig. 8 fig. 8-1
for D.P.V. (Diver Propulsion Vehicle)
clip off. It is advised not to clip any
other gear onto this D-ring which
could increase drag and the risk of
entanglement.

To adjust the position of the Rear

Crotch D-ring, free the excess
webbing from the Elastic Retainer
on the crotch strap (fig. 8-1). Feed
excess webbing through the Tri-
Glide (fig. 8-2) and move the unit
to the desired position ensuring a
hand width distance from the back fig. 8-2 fig. 8-3
plate (fig. 8-3).

5.5 Final Back Plate Position Check (PURE and PRO

Harnesses)

As a final check to ensure you’ve

set up your harness correctly, the
back plate should be positioned
and tightened so that once the
back plate is in the correct location
on your back, you can easily reach
the top handle of your back plate
with both hands (fig. 9).

This check also ensures that you

are able to comfortably reach your
isolation manifold and valves.
fig. 9

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 6. S-TEK - ATTACHING CYLINDER SYSTEMS
6.1 S-TEK Ergo Nuts (fig. 10)
fig. 10
All S-TEK PRO and PURE Harnesses are
supplied with 2 x Ergo Nuts. The Ergo
Nuts provide the following benefits:

• Suit friendly - prevent abrasion.

• Flush-mounted and ergonomically
designed to allow easier tightening
and loosening of cylinder systems,
especially with cold, wet hands or
when wearing gloves.
• Imperial or Metric.
• Fit diver’s existing Wingnuts 8mm and
10mm.
• 5/16’’-18 and 3/8’’-16.
• Grip O-ring to prevent unintentional
loosening.

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6.2 S-TEK Single Tank Adapter (S.T.A.) for both PURE and PRO
Harnesses

English
For this procedure you will require the following three S-TEK components (fig. 11):

• S-TEK PURE or PRO Harness (Stainless

Steel or Aluminium) with included Ergo
Nuts (x2)

• S-TEK Wing (normally an S-TEK 30 Wing

or 40 Wing for use with an S.T.A.)

• S-TEK Single Tank Adapter (S.T.A.) with

included Mounting Bolts and Wing Nuts.

NOTE: Remove the above items from their

packaging and remove the Low Pressure fig. 11
Inflator Hose packaged with your S-TEK
30 Wing, 40 Wing or 60 Wing. Keep it to
one side, in order to assemble this onto
your First Stage regulator, outlined later in
this manual.

Step 1

Remove the 2 x Ergo Nuts from the

back plate (fig. 11-1) and discard the
triangular cardboard tabs (fig. 11-2).

Step 2

Using a small flat screwdriver, lever

the retaining tabs (fig. 11-3) on both
of the Ergo Nuts to remove the covers
(fig. 11-4).
fig. 11-1 fig. 11-2
Step 3

Remove the wingnuts from the

mounting bolts of the Single Tank
Adapter (fig. 11-5).

Step 4

Place the wingnuts from the Single

Tank Adapter into the disassembled
Ergo Nuts (fig. 11-6), replace the
snap-on covers onto the Ergo Nuts
and engage the tabs to ensure they fig. 11-3 fig. 11-4
are secure.

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 Step 5

Place your PURE or PRO harness

face-down while aligning the top
webbing mounting eyelet (PURE
Harness) with the mounting hole
of the back plate (fig. 11-7). The
PRO Harness has no top webbing
mounting eyelet.

Step 6

Place your S-TEK wing face-down on

a flat surface while aligning the two
fig. 11-5 fig. 11-6
mounting holes on your bladder with
the back plate mounting holes (fig.
11-8). If you have a PURE Harness,
be sure to align the top webbing
mounting eyelet too.

Step 7

Align the mounting bolts of the Single

Tank Adapter through both the wing
and the back plate (fig. 11-9).

Step 8 fig. 11-7 fig. 11-8

Turn your S-TEK system over (fig. 11-

10), face-up, while being careful to
keep the mounting bolts in place. The
two mounting bolts should be visible
and protruding through the mounting
holes of the back plate.

Step 9

Tighten the Ergo Nuts firmly onto the

protruding mounting bolts (fig. 11-11).
fig. 11-9 fig. 11-10

Your Single Tank Adapter is now

installed! (fig. 11-12)

fig. 11-11 fig. 11-12

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6.3 S-TEK Twin Tank Kit for both PURE and PRO Harnesses

English
For this procedure you will require the following three S-TEK components (fig.12):

• S-TEK PURE or PRO Harness (Stainless

Steel or Aluminium) with included Ergo
Nuts (x2)

• S-TEK Wing (normally an S-TEK 40 Wing

or 60 Wing for use with a Twin Tank Kit)

• Your Twin Cylinders with twin bands

installed.

NOTE: Remove the above items from their fig. 12

packaging and remove the Low Pressure
Inflator Hose packaged with your S-TEK
40 Wing or 60 Wing. Keep it to one side,
in order to assemble this onto your First A B
Stage regulator, outlined later in this
manual.

IMPORTANT! Make sure that your

Twin Cylinders are set correctly prior to
installing your PURE or PRO Harnesses.
fig. 12-1
Ensure that the space between the center
of the valves and the center of the bands
is identical. An incorrect measurement
could result in damage to both the
Valve Manifold and the Valves (fig.12-1,
fig.12-2).

The upper twin tank band is generally

placed just below the shoulder of fig. 12-2
the cylinders (fig.12-3). Ensure that
the lower band is placed so that the
spacing between the two bolts is exactly
11”/279.4mm for perfect backplate hole
alignment (fig.12-4). A

fig. 12-3 fig. 12-4

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 Step 1

Remove the 2 x Ergo Nuts from the

back plate (fig.12-5) and discard the
triangular cardboard tabs (fig.12-6)

Step 2

Using a small flat screwdriver, lever fig. 12-5 fig. 12-6

the retaining tabs (fig.12-7) on both
Ergo Nuts to remove the covers (fig.
12-8).

Step 3

Locate your S-Tek 40 Wing or 60

Wing and Back Plate onto the
mounting bolt of the Twin Tank Kit
(fig.12-9, fig.12-10). fig. 12-7 fig. 12-8

NOTE: Be aware of the length of

the Mounting Bolt, ensuring it is the
correct length to accept the Ergo
Nuts. If the Mounting Bolts are too
long, they may cause the Ego Nut lid
to unclip from the Ergo Nut housing
(fig.12-11).

fig. 12-9 fig. 12-10

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Step 4

English
Place the wingnuts from the Twin
Tank Kit into the disassembled
Ergo Nuts (fig.12-12), replace the
snap-on covers onto the Ergo Nuts
and engage the tabs to ensure they
are secure. Tighten firmly onto the
protruding mounting bolts (fig.12-13).

Your Twin Tank Kit is now installed!

(fig.12-14)
fig. 12-11 fig. 12-12

fig. 12-13 fig. 12-14

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 7. BC EXAMINATION AND PROCEDURES

Pre-dive, dive and post dive BC examination helps to identify equipment problems
before unsafe conditions exist, helping to prevent diving accidents. All equipment
must be regularly inspected by an authorized SCUBAPRO equipment repair facility to
maintain its safe operation.

7.1 Pre-Dive Visual Inspection and Valve Test:

1. Examine the entire BC for cuts, punctures, frayed seams, excessive abrasion,
loose/missing hardware and other damage of any kind.

2. Inspect the TEK BPI (inflate button, deflate button, and inlet) and Manual Dump
Valve for cracks, damage or contamination.

3. Inflate the TEK BPI using the inflate button (with LP hose attached and charged
with gas pressure from a cylinder). Check that the Over Pressure Valve activates
on full inflation and reseals after releasing excess gas. Ensure the manual Dump
Valve operates correctly on activation and reseals completely.

4. Inflate the BC orally until it is full and firm via the TEK BPI unit’s mouth opening,
while depressing the deflate button on exhalation. Listen and check for leaks. Let
the BC stand inflated for 30 minutes or more and then check the BC for loss of
gas.

5. If applicable and when using the Single Tank Adapter, soak the cylinder bands in
water and fit the BC to a SCUBA cylinder. Pull up on the BC while it is attached on
the SCUBA cylinder, checking that the BC is secure and will not slip while diving.

6. While wearing the BC, adjust all straps on the BC for a comfortable fit that does
not restrict breathing. Make these adjustments with the BC inflated and while
wearing the exposure suit you intend to dive with.

7. Check quick release weight pockets or systems that retain weight (if your BC
is equipped with them). Make sure that their retention systems are fully and
securely engaged. Confirm that they can be quickly released and the weight
freely removed from the system.

8. Do a buddy check with your dive partner confirming that all valves operate
correctly prior to entering the water.

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8. OPERATION

English
SCUBAPRO S-Tek BC’s are supplied with the TEK BPI (K-Styled Inflator/Deflator Unit).
The TEK BPI, when connected to the tank and regulator by a Low Pressure hose,
makes it possible to control buoyancy in the water (inflation and deflation of the BC)
by using the inflate and deflate buttons.

Low Pressure (LP) Inflator hose (fig.13):

Locate the low pressure (LP) hose of the
TEK BPI Inflator/Deflator unit supplied
with your S-Tek 30,40 or 60 Wing.
Connect the LP hose to an unused LP
port of the first stage (fig 14). Note - LP
port uses a 3/8 UNF thread. Choose
the LP port that makes the most sense
for your personal configuration. This
should be torqued to 4 Newton Meters.

fig. 13

8.1 Connecting the TEK BPI (Inflator/Deflator Unit)

The TEK BPI allows you to inflate

your BC using gas from your SCUBA
cylinder. It’s LP hose, threaded on
an LP port of the firt stage regulator,
is connected to the TEK BPI by the
Quick Disconnect Coupling.

To attach the Quick Disconnect

Coupling:
fig. 14
1. Make sure that both fittings
are free of contamination prior
to connecting them together
(fig. 14-1).

2. Pull the collar of the Quick

Disconnect Coupling while
pushing the hose firmly onto
the fitting inlet on the S-TEK
inflator/deflator unit (fig. 14-2).

fig. 14-1 fig. 14-2

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 3. Release the collar when the
coupling is fully sealed on the inlet
fitting of the TEK BPI. Pull gently
but firmly on the hose to check for a
secure connection (fig. 14-3).

4. To disconnect, pull the Quick

Disconnect Coupling collar back
and disengage the LP Hose from
the inlet fitting. fig. 14-4).

fig. 14-3

fig. 14-4

8.2 Power Inflating the BC with the Inflate Button

To inflate the BC, press the Inflator

button (fig. 15). Gas should enter the
BC. For better control during inflation,
use short bursts of gas by repeatedly
pressing and releasing the inflate
button.

fig. 15

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8.3 Orally Inflating the BC with the Deflate Button

English
The Oral opening is found at the
open end or mouthpiece of the TEK
BPI (fig. 16). It allows you to inflate
your BC with your exhaled breath
while depressing the DEFLATE
button. Use of this method for
inflation is recommended on the
surface or on land prior to diving. It
may be used when you cannot or do
not wish to add gas to the BC with
the inflate button using gas from the
cylinder.
fig. 16
1. First exhale a small amount
of gas into the mouthpiece to
purge any water that may be
trapped in the cavity.

2. With the same breath, continue

to exhale while depressing the
Deflate button (fig. 16-1).

3. Release the Deflate button

once you have added a breath
of gas.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the

desired amount of buoyancy is
reached. fig. 16-1

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 8.4 Deflating the BC with the Deflate Button
Assume a head-up position in the water. Raise the TEK BPI unit above and in front of
your face (this ensures the unit will be postioned above the aircell of the BC). Depress
the Deflate button and visually confirm that gas is escaping from the unit. For best
control, let gas out in a series of short, measured amounts, while observing the effects
on your buoyancy.

8.5 Deflating the BC with the Dump Valve

On S-TEK 30, 40 and 60 Wings, a

manual Dump/Over Pressure Valve
is located on the inside lower left
position of the bladder (fig. 17).

The Over Pressure Valve prevents

over-inflation of the BC. If the
internal pressure exceeds the spring
pressure in the Over Pressure Valve,
the valve automatically opens and
releases gas to prevent damage to
the BC. The valve will automatically
close when the internal pressure is
lower than the spring pressure in the fig. 17
Over Pressure Valve.

Over Pressure Valves located at

the lower rear of the bladder are
equipped with lanyard and pull
knob. This lower dump valve can
be manually activated when the
diver is in a horizontal or head-down
orientation in the water, positioning
the valve at the highest point of the
air bubble for easy deflation.

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9. POST DIVE

English
9.1 Cleaning, Inspection, Transport and Storage
Correct servicing and maintenance guarantees you many years of reliable function of
your SCUBAPRO® S-TEK BC.

Keep the following instructions for care:

• Fill the wing with fresh water (preferably luke warm) and shake so the water rinses
the entire internal aircell.

• Keep the wing upside down while depressing the deflate button on the TEK BPI to
drain all internal water.

• Disinfect the inner wing regularly (at least after each dive trip) with an approved
disinfectant specifically for diving to prevent baterial growth.

• Rinse the outer shell and harness thoroughly with fresh water.

• Clean all valves so that possible debris and dirt are removed.

• Place a small amount of Christolube® or suitable silicone grease on the quick

release collar of the TEK BPI attachment.

• Dry your BC completely before storage but do not dry it in direct sunlight as
ultraviolet rays shorten the life of the fabric and cause colors to fade.

• Slightly inflate the wing for storage.

• Store your BC in a cool, dry location. Do not store in direct sunlight.

For your safety your BC should be inspected and maintained at an Authorized

SCUBAPRO Dealer once every two years or every 100 dives. Any damage caused due
to failure to properly maintain the BC is not covered by the warranty.

Handle the S-TEK systems in such a way to ensure that no sharp or heavy objects (e.g.
knives, tanks, lamps, lead etc.) damage the harness, wing or inflator/deflator units.

9.2 Disinfection
SCUBAPRO recommends McNett Revivex. Use according to the procedure and
dilution described on its packaging.

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 10. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY

Shelf life is seven years for a new, unused BC when deflated and stored in a sealed
container or bag at typical room temperature, with no exposure to UV.

Operating temperature range

Air -20°C / -4°F to +50°C / 122°F
Water -2°C / 28°F to +40°C / 104°F

Low pressure Hose / Pneumatic Inflation Valve

LP hose and Pneumatic Inflation Valve operating pressure 95 – 200 psi (6.5 – 13.8 bar)
Low Pressure Hose Fitting threads 3/8 – 24 UNF
O-Rings - Seals EPDM – Buna/Nitrile - Silicone

Your S-TEK has a two year warranty covering defects in workmanship and function.
The warranty only covers products purchased from an Authorized SCUBAPRO Dealer.

Repairs or replacements during the warranty period do not extend the warranty period
itself.

Excluded are faults or defects due to:

• Excessive wear and tear
• External influences e.g. transport damage, damage due to bumping and
abrasion, influences of weather or other natural phenomena.
• Servicing, repairs or work on the product not authorized by the manufacturer.
• Diving accidents
• Improper assembly
• Improper use, improper maintenance, neglect or modifications

All warranty claims must be returned with the dated proof-of-purchase to a

SCUBAPRO Authorized dealer. Visit www.scubapro.com for the Dealer nearest you.

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