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Introduction
Warnings
Contents
Cartridges
Preparation
Using the AEROSIZE System
Packing
Cleaning, storage
Transport
Service life, inspection and disposal
Additional information
Technical data, certificates, service 

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Congratulations on choosing the AEROSIZE Avalanche Airbag Vest.

Please read and understand this manual carefully.

Please pay particular attention to the warnings in the manual 

and store it for further reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

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Summary of Contents for Avalanche Airbag Vest

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL WWW AEROSIZE COM...

Page 2: ...tional information Technical data certificates service 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 17 18 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 26 page page page page page page page page page page page page Congratulations on choosing the AER...

Page 3: ...ION This vest may increase the user s chances of survival but does not guarantee safety in the event of an avalanche In an avalanche area exercise extreme caution to increase the chances of survival A...

Page 4: ...properly before it is put on 8 The AEROSIZE System needs to be packed and folded in such a way as to ensure no equipment such as ice axe skis snowboard crampons etc will damage or block the opening o...

Page 5: ...etc 16 Before the system can be put into operation again airbag can be inflated it must be completely emptied of gases 17 Do not activate the system do not inflate the airbag unless the system has be...

Page 6: ...CONTENTS The AEROSIZE vest is equipped with an avalanche airbag system the purpose of which is to increase the chances of survival in an avalanche accident The airbag by increasing the total volume of...

Page 7: ...3 2 1 at the back of the airbag 11 8 10 9 5 6 12 7 13 in the cartridge pocket 4 FIG 1 AEROSIZE SYSTEM COMPONENTS 6...

Page 8: ...by IATA International Air Transport Association a worldwide airlines trade association USE ONLY AEROSIZE CARTRIDGES System is designed and certified for AEROSIZE gas cartidges only Use of any other ga...

Page 9: ...rewed in cartridges inside the pocket WARNING The system should be armed BEFORE entering the avalanche risk zone WARNING The AEROSIZE cartridges must not be exposed to impacts During their operation t...

Page 10: ...gas from two AEROSIZE cartridges simultaneously this will inflate the 170 liter avalanche airbag in approximately 3 seconds PACK THE VEST fig 6 6 Correct packing of the vest is required to assure safe...

Page 11: ...user on the surface of an avalanche or as close to the surface as possible minimizing the time necessary for the rescuers to extract the avalanche victim In addition to activating the airbag try to ke...

Page 12: ...raps 3 Pull the end of the safety leg loop between your legs from back to front Pass the larger part of the main buckle through one end of the leg loop WARNING The Aerosize vest must not be used witho...

Page 13: ...Adjust the vest to your body by pulling the ends of the main strap 8 When in dangerous terrain activate the system fig 4 by opening the zipper 9 and removing the trigger from the vest pocket Adjust t...

Page 14: ...asily accessible PREPARATION FOR USE 3 Close the zipper 9 leaving the trigger outside the pocket so that it sticks out from the vest 1 Before entering avalanche risk areas open the trigger pocket and...

Page 15: ...e airbag will deploy tearing the zippers 7 open 1 2 FIG 5 INFLATING THE AEROSIZE SYSTEM WARNING Do not attach any objects to the vest They may interfere with the proper operation of the airbag 14 The...

Page 16: ...ce the cartridges with argon cartridges supplied by the manufacturer only Argon is a noble gas that has no smell taste or color It is non flammable and non toxic but at too high a dose it can cause pu...

Page 17: ...1 1 BASIC SAFETY RULES 16...

Page 18: ...ipper 5 unscrew and remove the used cartridges 5 Insert the tubes into both valves in the airbag the smaller one to the frame the larger one to the air chamber to empty it Leave the tubes in the valve...

Page 19: ...frame neatly 8 Leave the middle part of the airbag sides folded inward Align the upper and lower surfaces so that they lay flat 9 Fold the airbag lengthwise placing every odd frame edge marked with f...

Page 20: ...to the vest fastening the zipper 7 Start on the side opposite the valves Close the zipper 7 tucking the folded airbag inside the vest Open Velcro Remove the tubes from the valves insert them into the...

Page 21: ...new seams repair seams burn ends of threads bleach straps grind buckles modify or change the system in any way AEROSIZE Sp z o o shall not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from improper...

Page 22: ...ing website https www iata org en programs cargo dgr dgr guidance We strongly recommend that you request the IATA guidelines from your respective service center or that you download them yourself from...

Page 23: ...mable containing carbon dioxide or other suitable gas in Division 2 2 Up to two 2 small cartridges fitted into a self inflating safety device such as a life jacket or vest Not more than one 1 device p...

Page 24: ...EROSIZE vest must be checked for damage or wear before and after each use 1 Check the airbag for punctures tears abrasions or other damage that may prevent the airbag from retaining air 2 Check the at...

Page 25: ...to use the equipment correctly when necessary We strongly advise against buying used equipment In order to ensure the complete confidence in the equipment the user must to know its history Do not sub...

Page 26: ...24b 43 382 Bielsko Bia a Poland WWW AEROSIZE COM e mail info aerosize com THE LABELS CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING TECHNICAL DATA CERTIFICATES SERVICE XII 25 XXXX XX XXXXXX DIN EN 16716 2017 Name of the mode...

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