Using External Strobes Cont.
Using Ikelite
The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used with a
Using Non Ikelite Strobes with this Housing.
The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used with a Non Ikelite Strobe. These strobes can be used in their manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on the strobe.
Lubricants
1. Ikelite provides silicone lubricant with the housing. We recommend that you use only Ikelite lubricant. Other brands may cause the o’ring to swell and not seal properly.
2. Use only enough Ikelite lubricant to lightly cover control shafts and o’rings. Wipe off any excess lubricant with a clean cloth. Lubricant is not a sealant and is used to reduce friction. Excessive lubricant can collect sand and dirt which may interfere with proper sealing.
Note: Lubricant is not needed on the main housing o’ring to maintain a housing seal, however, lightly lubricating this o’ring can extend it’s life and aid in seeing a good housing seal. Too much lube can attract debris increasing the potential for a leak.
CAUTION: Never use spray lubricants as the propellant ingredient can cause the plastic housing to crack.
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Maintenance
Your Ikelite Housing should be given the same care and attention as your other photographic equipment. In addition to normal maintenance, we recommend your housing be returned to Ikelite (every
1. Do Not leave the camera and housing in direct sunlight for prolonged periods. Heat may damage the camera.
2. Do Not ship the camera in the housing.set
3. Before using the housing, always check the tightness of the screw in each control knob.
Check each control gland penetrating the housing to make sure they are tight. There is a slight chance that either could vibrate loose during travel.
4. Keep the back and port o’ring clean and lightly lubricated. To lubricate, remove the o’ring from the back. Put a small amount of lkelite lubricant on your fingers. Pull the o’ring through your fingers to apply a light coating of lubricant. Only apply enough lubricant to make the o’ring feel slick. Do Not stretch the o’ring. This light coating of lubricant will help to keep the o’ring from drying out and will help to show a dark sealing line when the housing back is properly sealed.
5. Keep the area where the o’ring fits and the sealing surface clean.
6. Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in fresh water after each salt water use. Depress push buttons several times during rinse. Dry with a soft cloth. Dry port to eliminate water spotting.
After several uses in salt water, soak the housing in a mild soap solution, rinse, and dry.
7. Although not recommended, if it is necessary to remove a housing push button, Do Not
CAUTION: Never use spray lubricants as the propellant ingredient can cause the plastic housing to crack.
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Pre-Dive Your System
It is recommended that you take the complete system into a swimming pool before use in open water. This will give you a chance to become familiar with the handling and operation of your housing and strobe(s).
Optional Accessories
Lead Weight #0906.58
The buoyancy of the system will depend on the size and number of strobes used, as well as the weight of the camera. Ideally the system should be slightly negative in the environment in which it will be used. If you need to add weight to the system, an optional lead weight is available. To add the lead weight, remove the (2) screws from the bottom of the aluminum tray. Place the lead weight into the pocket of the aluminum tray and reattach.
Ikelite Lube #0184.1
Port O’ring #0105
Housing Back O’ring #0132.59
While both the Port and Back o’rings should last quite some time it is best to carry a spare in case one becomes damaged or lost.
Storing the Housing
When the housing is going to be stored for a prolonged period, it should be soaked in a mild soap solution, rinsed, and dried thoroughly. Remove the back and port from the housing. Remove the back and port o’rings, lightly lubricate them, and then place them in a plastic
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Control Maintenance
Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service with minimal maintenance.
1. Push button controls require no maintenance other than rinsing in fresh water after saltwater use. If a push button control becomes difficult to push, or if it sticks when depressed, soak the housing in luke warm fresh water. After a few minutes operate the push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the housing to Ikelite for maintenance.
2. Some of the controls have long shafts. These controls can be
lubricate shaft
housing
pull out to expose shaft
pulled out, exposing the shaft (see drawing).
To lubricate the control, gently pull on the knob until the stainless steel shaft is exposed. Lightly lubricate the shaft, then move the shaft in and out several times. This will lubricate the x’ring in the Ikelite control gland. This should be done before using the housing after a prolonged storage period, or once a week when the housing is in constant use.
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