Alpinestars Tech-Air, User Manual

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18-3 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 in Street Mode 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 in Street Mode 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 in Street Mode 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 in Street Mode must not be used by
persons with neck or back problems.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system in Street Mode must not be used by
women during pregnancy.
WARNING! The Tech-Air™ Race airbag system in Street Mode 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 in
Street Mode, 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 monitor
carefully their skin each time the Tech-Air™ Race airbag system in Street Mode is worn. If
any irritation of the skin occurs, immediately stop wearing the system and seek medical
advice and/or attention.
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