Features:

• Scubapro FS-1.5 compass module only.
• Robust and accurate tool for precise underwater navigation.
• Fluorescent & easy to read.
• Oil-filled and sealed.
• Pressure resistant polycarbonate housing.
• Ideal navigational instrument for local diving.

Description:

The new FS-1.5 compass is compact and extremely durable, and most importantly, it provides precise underwater navigation. Mounted in a pressure-resistant oil-filled polycarbonate housing, this compass is easy to read and easy to use.
This version is calibrated to the Northern hemisphere.

SCUBAPRO COMPASS INSTRUCTION
1. Description
The compasses are designed and manufactured to the highest standards to ensure accurate and reliable performance over a long period of time. They are virtually unaffected by pressure because they are oil-filled and sealed from the environment. Just as any sensitive compass, Compasses are subject to deviations due to metallic influences. For this reason a compass, when used in its stand-alone wrist mount, should be worn on an arm by itself, and all other metallic instrumentation (watches, computers, depth gauges) on the other arm. When the compass is used in a instrument console or writing slate, care has been taken in the development of the console or slate itself to ensure that the compass is not influenced by the other instrument(s).

1.1 FS-1.5 Compasses
PN 05.018.001 (FS-1.5 Northern Hemisphere)
The FS-1.5 compasses are top-reading and side-reading compasses. The course-setting bezel is used to give the top-reading target line reference. To allow the largest possible digits (for maximum readability), the ending zero has been removed from the numerals on the bezel itself. Therefore the numeral 3 represents 30 degrees, 27 represents 270 degrees, and so on. Numerals are given every 30 degrees, with a small line every 10 degrees. A click can be felt when turning the bezel. Each click corresponds to a 5 degree rotation.
The magnetic-field sensitive portion of the compass (floating element) is curved at the edges to allow for top and side reading. The numerals on this component comprise all digits, and again are spaced at 30 degree intervals, with small lines every 10 degrees. These components have a certain degree of freedom of movement, so that the FS-1.5 compass can be used at a tilt angle of up to 25 degrees.

Using the compass: top reading
First take a compass heading: point the lubber line towards your reference point and wait for the floating element to stop in its motion to indicate north. Now line up the bezel with the floating element. Once you start swimming, hold the compass so that the lubber line is aligned with your swimming direction while keeping the floating element aligned with the bezel.

Using the compass: side reading
Take a compass heading by pointing the lubber line at your reference point and reading the digits on the floating element once it has stopped moving. The lubber line is extended to the side window for more accurate reading. Once you start swimming, hold the compass so that the lubber line is aligned with your swimming direction while keeping the digits representing your course aligned with the side lubber line.

1.2 Compass
Console mount, Wrist strap mount and Retractor mount.
The compass is a compact, fast response top-reading compass. Its reduced size does not imply reduced performance. The magnetic-field sensitive portion of the compass is built into the needle, and the reduced size and weight of the needle are responsible for a very fast response. In addition, double bearing of the needle means it works even at tilt angles over 50 degrees.
The course-setting bezel is used to give the top-reading target line reference. The four cardinal points are indicated on the bezel, but due to the reduced size, numerals in between have been replaced with dots every 30 degrees. Numerals in 30 degree increments are reported on the face plate over which the needle moves. To allow the largest possible digits (for maximum readability), the ending zero has been removed from the numerals on the plate itself. Therefore the numeral 3 represents 30 degrees, 27 represents 270 degrees, and so on.
Using the compass: Align yourself with your reference point, then align the bezel with the needle and read the numerals corresponding to the direction of your reference point. While swimming in the direction indicated by the numerals, keep the bezel aligned with the needle.

2. Care and maintenance
The Compass is not a delicate instrument. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to withstand the normal abuses that are common to the diving profession. However, as with any piece of equipment, it is subject to damage by violent external abuse and reasonable care should be exercised in that regard. That and a thorough rinsing after use is all the maintenance that is required.
If the compass is used in very sandy or muddy conditions, thorough rinsing becomes very important in order to keep the bezel turning smoothly.

2.1 Special maintenance
The compass requires special maintenance when used in chlorinated waters (such as in swimming pools) due to the detrimental effects that chlorine may have on the various materials used. After each use in a swimming pool the compass must be thoroughly rinsed in fresh water and allowed to dry completely before storing.

3. Limited two-year warranty
SCUBAPRO warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of two years from the date of purchase, the Compass will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and with reasonable maintenance.
This warranty is void if the compass was not purchased at an authorized SCUBAPRO dealer. To make a warranty claim, send your compass with a date receipt to your SCUBAPRO dealer.