Alpinestars Tech-Air, User Manual

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6. Sizing
The Tech-Air™ Race airbag Vest is available in sizes from S to 2XL. The
airbag inside is available in five sizes that correspond to the waist to
shoulder length of the user (Figure 5). Table 1 below lists the sizes of vest
and the airbag size which they contain. This chart contains suggested
sizing.
IMPORTANT!
The airbag Vest must be installed inside an Alpinestars’ Compatible Suit/
Jacket first.
MTF = Mean Transmitted Force attained during testing.
Table 1
Vest
Size
Euro
Size
US
Size
User’s Waist to Shoulder Range Suggested Height Range MTF
S 44,46 34,36 37 – 40cm (14.6” – 15.7”) 1.41 – 1.52m (4’7” – 5’0”) <4.5 KN
M 48,50 38,40 40 – 43cm (15.7” – 17.0”) 1.52 – 1.63m (5’0” – 5’4”) <4.5 KN
L 52,54 42,44 43 – 46cm (17.0” – 18.1”) 1.63 – 1.75m (5’4” – 5’9”) <4.5 KN
XL 56,58 46,48 46 – 49cm (18.1” – 19.3”) 1.75 – 1.86m (5’9” – 6’1”) <4.5 KN
2XL 60,62 50,52 49 – 51cm (19.3” – 20.1”) 1.86 – 1.94m (6’1” – 6’4”) <4.5 KN
Figure 5
7. Health and Age Restrictions
IMPORTANT!
In Europe the pyrotechnic directive (2007/23) prohibits the sale of
pyrotechnic articles to anyone under the age of 18.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system must not be handled by
children at any time.
WARNING! In event of a crash, the inflation of the airbag will cause sudden
pressure across the back and torso. This can cause discomfort and for users
in poor health this may cause complications.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system must not be used by persons
with a history of heart problems, or other diseases, conditions, afflictions or
illnesses which may weaken the heart.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system must not be used by persons
fitted with a pacemaker or other implanted electronic medical devices. Note
also that magnets are contained inside the activation flap (18).
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system must not be used by persons
with neck or back problems.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system must not be used by women
during pregnancy.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system must not be used by women
with artificial breast implants.
WARNING! Any body piercings which coincide with the airbag coverage area
should be removed before electing to use the Tech-Air™ Race airbag system,
as inflation of the airbag into and against the body piercings may cause
discomfort and/or injury.
Allergy Advice
Persons with certain skin allergies to synthetic, rubber or plastic materials, should carefully
monitor their skin each time the Tech-Air™ Street airbag system is worn. If any irritation
of the skin occurs, immediately stop wearing the system and seek medical advice and/or
attention.
RACE