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3. Unit description and Parts
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1) Puncture unit
2) Airbags
3) Airbags compartment
4) Suction and release unit
5) Release valve
6) Plastic flap
7) Brass quick coupler
8) Handle plate
9) Chest strap
22 10) Waist belt
11) Leg strap
12) Cartridge
13) Cartridge cap
14) Activation handle
15) Pin
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4. Initial Operation
4.1 Initial operation and practice release
The uncompromising functioning and the personal handling
by the user of the ABS Avalanche Airbag System are critical .
The handling is straightforward but must be done with care and
according to the steps outlined below:
Step 1
Checking the cartridge weight
Check the weight of the cartridge without the cartridge cap before
each use . The weight is listed on the side of the cartridge . Tole-
rance limit +/- 5 grams (0 .18 oz) . Your retail shop will exchange
any cartridge with a weight that differs more than the tolerance
limit at no charge .
A completely full cartridge is
510 gr 510 gr 510 g 510 g an absolute prerequisite for
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the proper functioning of the
479,8 gr
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ABS Avalanche Airbag.
510 g
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Step 2
Attaching the cartridge
Check if the puncturing unit is clean before attaching the
cartridge . The piercing pin must be visible in the middle . Screw
in the full cartridge right up to the back stop and tight enough
that there is no possibility of another turn .
It should be easy to screw in the cartridge right up to the back
stop . Make sure that the cartridge doesn't get screwed in on an
angle . If you experience any resistance or if it is really hard to
turn the cartridge right up to the back stop, then this cartridge
cannot be used! Your retail shop will exchange the cartridge at
no charge .
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Step 3
Attaching straps and belts
Put the backpack on and adjust shoulder straps to fit your body .
Always fasten waist belt, chest and leg straps and fit them accord-
ing to your body . The ABS-System will only be of use to you if the
backpack stays on your body during an emergency!
Check that the cartridge is Most of the weight of the pack should be resting on your hips
screwed in tightly before each rather than being carried by your shoulders .
use of the airbag to avoid
leakage and malfunctions.
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The carrying system meets
the high European standards
(TÜV guidelines) for extreme
operational demands . The
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bearing straps equals 3000 N
(674lbs) .
Tip! Put on your backpack
before you attach the activation
handle . This way you avoid
an unwanted or inadvertent
activation .
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