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DO NOT USE A DAMAGED BACKPACK

• DO check the condition of the backpack before each use.
• DO check to assure all buckles snaps, straps, and adjustments

are secure before each use.

• DO NOT use pack if the frame, fabric, straps or buckles are damaged.
• DO NOT use pack if pack is damaged in any way.
• DO NOT leave (store) a pack in direct sunlight. Ultra-violet light

will cause materials to weaken and fade.

•  For assistance in repairing your pack or answering any questions,

call Kelty Customer support staff; toll free at 866-349-7225
(866-FIX-PACK)

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SAFETY INFORMATION 

-IMPORTANT-

• Read, and follow, all instructions before using this backpack!

• Failure to follow these warnings could result in a potentially 

hazardous situation which, if not avoided could cause rapid fatigue,
death, serious injury or permanent disability to you or others.

CARE AND CLEANING

1. Brush off loose dirt with a dry brush.
2. As needed, wipe out the inside with

a damp sponge and mild soap.

3. Rinse only, if possible. Use cold

water and a sponge or rinse in a 

tub without soap.

4. Machine wash in front-loading unit

(DO NOT use machine with agita-

tor, agitator could cause damage

not covered under warranty) with

cold water and mild soap (Ivory

Flakes, Woolite, Sport Wash, Etc.)

Not detergents.

5. DO NOT soak in soapy water, it

may cause damage to the coated

fabric.

6. Rinse thoroughly to eliminate soap

residue.

7. DO NOT use a dryer, air dry only.
8. Always store in a cool, dry area.

WARNING

THIS BACKPACK MAY AFFECT YOUR

COORDINATION AND BALANCE

• Before use, DO familiarize yourself with the added weight of the 

pack and contents.

• DO use a spotter to assist when hoisting pack onto shoulders.
• When strapping items such as skis to pack, be aware that they

can catch on overhead obstructions causing you to lose your 

balance and fall.

• DO NOT overload pack, don’t carry more weight than you can

manage.

CAUTION

WARNING

PROTECT YOURSELF

• DO NOT place backpack near a campfire, stove or any open flame.
• Only carry liquid fuel in containers approved for such use and make

sure they are tightly sealed before placing in a pack.

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ZIPPER CARE

1. Keep loose threads

trimmed.

2. Keep free from dirt.
3. Spray periodically with a

non-greasy, non-staining 
silicone spray designed 
for fabrics.

4. To prevent salt water 

corrosion on zipper 
pulls, make sure you 
rinse with clear water
after exposure.

WARNING

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, could result in property damage.

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Summary of Contents for Backcountry Series

Page 1: ...USPENSION INSTRUCTIONS Safety Warnings p 2 3 Care Cleaning p 3 Suspension Features p 4 Custom Fitting your Pack p 5 9 Frame Shaping p 9 10 Packing Hints p 11 Kelty Warranty p 12 INSTRUCTION INDEX Save...

Page 2: ...vory Flakes Woolite Sport Wash Etc Not detergents 5 DO NOT soak in soapy water it may cause damage to the coated fabric 6 Rinse thoroughly to eliminate soap residue 7 DO NOT use a dryer air dry only 8...

Page 3: ...low The low position is not recommended Once positioned correctly tighten the belt to prevent it from sliding A good rule of thumb is to have the belt buckle approximately over your belly button Benef...

Page 4: ...the red webbing 2 0 C Once the waistbelt is in the correct position tighten the shoulder straps To tighten shoulder straps pull the webbing at the lower ends of the shoulder strap down back The pad of...

Page 5: ...r the stays might need to be adjusted E OPTIONAL Position the sternum strap Figure 2I on your chest and pull it snug The sternum strap should cross your chest high just below your clavicle so it doesn...

Page 6: ...k feels like it s leaning away too much from your shoulders you have a weight distribution problem 4 PACKING HINTS Loading the pack greatly affects your comfort follow the guidelines below for optimum...

Page 7: ...a Return Authorization number Service under our warranty is available to the original purchaser by returning the product to any authorized Kelty dealer or by contacting our customer service departmen...

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