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Shearwater PETREL-3 - User Manual

Shearwater PETREL-3
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Summary

Introduction to Shearwater Petrel 3

Covered Models

Details which models this manual applies to, including variants.

Understanding DiveCAN

Explains the DiveCAN digital communication standard for rebreathers.

DiveCAN Advantages

Highlights the benefits of the DiveCAN standard over analog wiring.

Basic Operation Guide

Powering On the Petrel 3

Instructions on how to power on the Petrel 3 dive computer.

Petrel 3 Button Functions

Describes the function and usage of the Petrel 3's two titanium piezo-electric buttons.

Main Screen Display Overview

Main Screen: Top Row Display

Details the information displayed in the top row of the main screen.

Main Screen: Center Row Display

Explains the PPO2 information displayed in the center row.

Main Screen: Bottom Row Display

Describes the current mode, gas, and decompression info on the bottom row.

Info Screens Explained

Last Dive & Air Integration

Shows last dive data and air integration status.

Compass & Millivolts

Shows compass readings and PPO2 millivolt outputs.

Depth & CNS Metrics

Displays depth stats and CNS toxicity percentage.

PPO2 & Diluent Info

Shows diluent PPO2, setpoint, and fraction of O2.

Decompression Metrics

Displays gradient factors, TTS, and dive end time.

Battery & System Info

Shows battery status, external voltage, and system info.

Tissue Loading Visualization

Visualizes tissue compartment inert gas tensions using a bar graph.

Notifications and Alerts

Alarm Limitations and Best Practices

Discusses common weaknesses and best practices for alarms.

Types of Notifications Explained

Describes primary and persistent notifications.

Vibration Alerts Functionality

Explains how vibration alerts function and are controlled.

List of Primary Notifications

Lists primary notifications, their meaning, and actions.

Compass Navigation

Compass Key Features

Lists the key features of the Petrel 3's digital compass.

Accessing the Compass Display

How to access and navigate the compass display.

How to Mark a Compass Heading

Instructions on how to mark a heading with the compass.

Compass Accuracy and Limitations

Discusses factors affecting compass accuracy and calibration.

Air Integration System

What is Air Integration (AI)?

Introduces the Air Integration system and its function.

Basic Air Integration Setup

Covers the installation and initial setup of AI transmitters.

Air Integration Display Information

Explains the various displays related to air integration data.

Using Multiple AI Transmitters

Discusses best practices for using multiple transmitters.

Troubleshooting Transmitter Connections

Provides troubleshooting steps for "No Comms" errors.

Example Dives

Dive Example: Basic Setup

Outlines key pre-requisites for configuring the computer for dives.

Dive Example: Simple Rebreather Dive

Walks through a simple rebreather dive scenario.

Dive Example: Complex Dive

Guides through a complex rebreather dive with multi-gas bailout.

Decompression and Gradient Factors

Decompression Information Accuracy

Explains assumptions and factors affecting decompression data accuracy.

Menus and Navigation

Petrel 3 Menu Structure

Visual overview of the computer's menu hierarchy.

Petrel 3 Menu Reference Guide

Explains the function of various menu items and sub-menus.

Dive Setup Menu Options

Allows adjustment of dive-specific settings like setpoints and gases.

Dive Log Management

Enables review and management of stored dive logs.

System Setup Reference

System Setup: Mode Configuration

Configures operating modes, salinity, and PPO2 settings.

System Setup: Decompression Settings

Sets the decompression model, conservatism, and last stop.

System Setup: Air Integration Settings

Configures Air Integration settings, including transmitters and units.

System Setup: BO Gas Configuration

Allows editing of open circuit bailout gas lists.

System Setup: CC Gas Configuration

Allows editing of closed circuit diluent gas lists.

System Setup: Oxygen Settings

Sets the fraction of oxygen for calibration gas and sensor display mode.

System Setup: Auto Setpoint Switch

Configures automatic switching of PPO2 setpoints based on depth.

System Setup: Custom Dive Alerts

Allows custom dive alerts for depth, time, and NDL.

System Setup: Display Settings

Configures display units, brightness, and altitude compensation.

System Setup: Compass Settings

Sets compass view range and true north declination.

System Setup: General Settings

Allows setting date, clock, log rate, and resetting to defaults.

System Setup: Advanced Configuration

Accesses advanced configuration options for detailed settings.

Firmware Update and Log Download

Firmware: Shearwater Cloud Desktop

Guides on updating firmware and downloading logs using the desktop software.

Firmware: Shearwater Cloud Mobile

Explains how to update firmware and download logs using the mobile app.

Changing the Battery

Battery: Type Selection

Instructs on selecting the correct battery type after replacement.

Battery: Change Behavior

Explains clock behavior and decompression tissue loading during battery changes.

Storage and Maintenance Guidelines

Dive Computer Servicing

Technical Glossary

Technical Specifications

Petrel 3 Model List

Regulatory Compliance Information

Shearwater Contact Information

Shearwater PETREL-3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Resolution320 x 240 pixels
Screen TypeTransflective
Battery TypeRechargeable Lithium-ion
WirelessBluetooth
DisplayColor LCD
Gas MixesUp to 5
Dive Log Capacity1000 hours
AlgorithmBühlmann ZHL-16C
Operating Temperature-10°C to 40°C