The mathematical model uses an ascent rate of 10 m/min [33 ft/min]. Therefore it is
critical that a proper ascent rate is always used.
The reader/diver is forewarned that individual physiological differences, severe
environmental conditions and predive activities, especially those which tend to
increase dehydration, may increase the risk of decompression sickness.
As a safety precaution Suunto recommends that divers using the SOLUTION
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should maintain no less than 5 to 10 minutes no-decompression time remaining at
all times during the dive. This is especially important for divers in poor physical
condition, in cold water or other arduous conditions.
Historically divers have been advised to always include a margin of safety in their
diving activities. Suunto supports these practices and strongly recommends that the
diver make the deepest portion of the dive near the beginning of the dive and
gradually progress into shallower depth, allowing time for a 3 to 5 minutes
"safety stop" at a depth range of 3 to 6 meters (10 to 20 ft). This is believed to be
effective in further reducing the risk of decompression sickness.
Furthermore, the reader/diver is advised that any dive carries some risk of
decompression sickness and neither the authors, nor SUUNTO OY will assume any
responsibility or liability for accidents or injuries which might occur for any reason.
WARNING!
DO NOT USE THE SOLUTION
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WITH NITROX MIX!
The mathematical tissue calculation model of the SOLUTION
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has been designed
for use with standard breathing air only (approximately 21% oxygen and 79%
nitrogen by volume). Therefore, the SOLUTION
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must not be used for diving with
"Nitrox" or other mixed gases.
