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ATTACHING THE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM:
Figure 11 illustrates attachment of the Weight Distribution
System (WDS). When secured, the WDS lessens the stress caused by prolonged harness wear, moving the center of
weight from your shoulders to the WDS on your back. To attach the WDS to a compatible harness:
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To remove the Weight Distribution System, follow this procedure in reverse.
1. Insert the Weight Distribution Bar (A) within the Belt Mount (B) of your harness. Verify that the Tail (C) is secured in
place; there should be an audible click as the spring-loaded pin of the Tail locks into place.
2. Identify the Weight Distribution Backplate (D). Verify that it is installed on the harness.
3. Insert the Head (F) of the Weight Distribution Bar through the Mounting Point (E) of the Backplate. Loop the Head of
the Bar around the Webbing (G) of your harness.
4.
When connecting the Bar, insert the Front Teeth (H) of the Bar through the Mounting Point first.
5. Once the Front Teeth are inserted, secure the Bar in place by engaging the Bottom Clip (I). The Weight Distribution
Bar should now be securely locked onto the Backplate.
Figure 11 - Attaching the Weight Distribution System
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