ARS ARV-QC Product Manual Download Page 4

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Rev Date: 5/1/2016

Doc Number: D1092

Initials: RF

LIMITED WARRANTY -

Air Rescue Systems warrants for one year from the purchase date and only to the original retail buyer that 

our products are free from defects in material and workmanship. If the buyer discovers a warranty related 

defect, the buyer should return the product to Air Rescue Systems. Air Rescue Systems reserves the option to 

repair or replace any product returned under warranty. That is the extent of our liability under this war-
ranty and, upon the expiration of the applicable warranty period, all such liability shall terminate. 

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS -

Air Rescue Systems does not warrant products against normal wear and tear, unauthorized modification or 

alteration, improper use, improper maintenance, accident, misuse, negligence, damage, or if the product is 

used for a purpose for which it was not designed. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may 

also have other rights which vary from state to state. Except as expressly stated in this warranty, Air Rescue 

Systems shall not be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, or other types of damages arising out of, or result-
ing from the use of the product.

WARNING -

Products manufactured by Air Rescue Systems are intended for use by professionals trained and experienced 

in the use, inspection, and maintenance of these products. Many products which Air Rescue Systems manu-

factures are used in helicopter operations which pose a very substantial risk of serious injury or death. You 

must read and understand all manufacturers’ instructions before use. Any person purchasing and/or using 

this equipment assumes the responsibility for seeking proper training in its use. Purchaser also assumes all 

risk for any injury or damage sustained while using any of this equipment. Failure to follow these warnings 
increases the risk of injury and death. 

The -DANGER- sign is used throughout this product manual to high-

light procedures, techniques, or circumstances that can lead to se-

vere injury or death of the person using this product. 

The -CAUTION- sign is used throughout this product manual to high-

light policies, procedures, and practices that when not followed could 

result in the damage or destruction of this product. 

The -i- information sign is used throughout this product manual 

when referring the reader to an outside source for further

information regarding this product. 

A five-year life span is the maximum authorized use of ARS products following the 

date manufacture. All ARS products have a five-year shelf life from the effective date 

of manufacture. 

ARS products must be in good working condition and must pass a manufacturers 

inspection to extend the service life beyond five years. Any product that is over five 

years and is in poor inspection condition must be removed from service.

Summary of Contents for ARV-QC

Page 1: ...donning and doffing One size fits all Structural O Ring for Tag Trail Line or handcuffs flex cuffs Rated to 4000 lbs 18kN MBS Operational Use Hoist Winch Operations Short Haul Operations High Angle Ra...

Page 2: ...cept as permitted under Section 107 or 108 of the 1976 United States Copyright Act without the prior written permission of the publisher AGENCY UNIT SHOP PRODUCT SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER DATE OF MANU...

Page 3: ...2019 2 A 05 01 2016 3 C 09 01 2019 4 C 09 01 2019 5 D 11 22 2019 6 A 05 01 2016 7 D 11 22 2019 8 B 01 20 2017 9 B 01 20 2017 10 B 01 20 2017 11 B 01 20 2017 12 B 01 20 2017 13 B 01 20 2017 14 B 01 20...

Page 4: ...se inspection and maintenance of these products Many products which Air Rescue Systems manu factures are used in helicopter operations which pose a very substantial risk of serious injury or death You...

Page 5: ...rthiness Limitations 6 2 0 User Operation 7 2 1 Pre Flight 7 2 2 Victim Packaging 7 2 3 Securing the Key Lock System 8 2 4 Optional Features 11 2 5 Extraction and Flight 14 3 0 Additional Products 17...

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Page 7: ...d reduces system height Reinforced neck structure provides vertical supporting head stabilization for conscious and unconscious victims Multiple positioning handles increase ease of victim control by...

Page 8: ...ormation as any alterations or repairs to the Air Rescue Vest Quick Connect ARV QC not conducted by Air Rescue Systems may damage structural integrity Alterations and or repairs are prohibited and voi...

Page 9: ...0 USER OPERATION Read all product documentation and store in a secure location Create a copy of all product documentation and keep with the ARV QC for reference A copy of this manual may be found onli...

Page 10: ...ing holes on the right plate When both pins are aligned the plates will sit flush together 2 2 2 Victim arm placement If already wrapped the rescuer can easily help the victim pull their arms through...

Page 11: ...Press both Key Lock plates together keeping a firm hold while locating the tail lock plate 2 3 3 GRAB The tail lock plate Grab the ARV QC tail and pull it up between the legs of the victim Optionally...

Page 12: ...properly attach the ARV QC to your hoist or short haul line please refer to section 2 5 2 3 4 HOOK The tail lock plate Hook the open eye of the tail lock plate over the first upward facing capture ho...

Page 13: ...en flying combative or violent victims 2 4 OPTIONAL FEATURES 2 4 1 Quick Pick Configuration In the event speed is paramount to achieving a safe and successful extraction the ARV QC can be used in the...

Page 14: ...ends all victims be flown while wearing a certified ANSI Z89 1 Type I helmet ear protection and eye protection ARS recommends all victims be flown or extracted with a professional trained rescue atten...

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Page 16: ...correctly and pre loaded correctly before the rescue attendant signals the aircraft to lift Immediately after lift the rescuer should visually re check all attachment systems to ensure proper function...

Page 17: ...ked and properly pre loaded before lift Air Rescue Systems strongly recommends tag line techniques to be utilized during single rider static hoist operations 2 5 2 SHORT HAUL Attaching ARV QC to a HEL...

Page 18: ...3 stage auto lock carabiner directly to the attachment point on the rescuer s harness Verify the hoist hook and all carabiners are locked and properly pre loaded before lift 2 5 5 HOIST Attaching ARV...

Page 19: ...d with two 30 kN rated DMM captive eye 3 stage auto lock carabiners with ANSI rated gates both sewn onto individual 30 kN MBS webbing legs Using the 2 Up in place of a carabiner can prevent dynamic ro...

Page 20: ...nt it is imperative the device is stowed properly after every use Figure 18 Figure 19 Step 4 1 Lay the ARV QC on a clean flat surface with the inside facing up Fold the ARV QC in half by joining the t...

Page 21: ...he ARV QC from the bottom of the device towards the head When properly rolled the ARV QC Key Lock plates should be protruding from the top of the roll as depicted Step 4 5 Stow the rolled ARV QC in th...

Page 22: ...in a cool dry and clean environment out of direct sunlight Do not expose ARV QC to flame or high temperature environments Avoid contact with any corrosive or caustic chemical agents to include but no...

Page 23: ...__________________________Part Number __________ The Air Rescue Vest Quick Connect ARV QC Victim Extrication Device VED should be inspected before and after each use ARV QC s found to be damaged exces...

Page 24: ...tended use of this item of equipment Lt N 0 N The user is responsible for reading and understanding all manufacturers instructions before use Always use and inspect this equipment in accordance with t...

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