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STORAGE AND CLEANING
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Make sure before each use that the full
cartridge is screwed in tightly and check the
weight as described in steps 1 and 2 of the
Initial Operation. Otherwise you can leave
the cartridge attached.
•
Always make sure that the protective cap is
on the cartridge when the cartridge is not
attached to the airbag.The ABS® Avalanche
Airbag should be stored in a dry, rodent free
area and away from children.
•
Use only soapy water to clean the airbag or
the backpack. Do not use harsh cleaning
agents like bleach or OxiCleaner. Do not
wash in a washing machine. Protect the
suction and release valve from water and
other liquids.
ATTENTION: AFTER CLEANING MAKE SURE
THAT THE SYSTEM IS COMPLETELY DRY
BEFORE USE OR YOU RISK FREEZING THE
COMPONENTS WHICH WILL NOT OPERATE
AS INTENDED.
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Generally, you are allowed to take your
airbag on the airplane. The guidelines are
outlined in the IATA (International Air
Transport Association) reference guide
under dangerous goods Table 2.3A.
However, you have to register the ABS®-
Airbag with your airline 14 days before
your departure. One activation unit is
allowed for each ABS® backpack.
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We strongly recommend that you request
the IATA guidelines from your respective
service centre or that you download them
yourself from our website in order to be
able to show them at the ticket counter. We
also recommend that you put the copy of
the IATA guidelines along with your
cartridge, activation handle and backpack
in your carry-on luggage.
•
If you are traveling within the US, you must
comply with FAA regulations. If you are
traveling to the United States, please
follow the latest guidelines
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When you transport the cartridge outside
the airbag system the protective cap must
be on the cartridge.
•
Detailed and updated information on the
transport of ABS® packs can be found
here:
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By
adhering
to
the
manufacturer
recommended maintenance schedule of 3
seasons, the working life mainly depends
on the degree of usage and mostly refers
to the backpack. If used according to
instructions, we recommend replacing the
ABS® system after 10 years of use or after
twenty activations. It is important to
perform the suggested practice activation
by activating the ABS® System once a
year.
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The cartridge is to be returned to the
manufacturer for disposal. The avalanche
backpack may be recycled or disposed of
with normal household waste.
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TRANSPORT
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WORKING LIFE
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DISPOSAL
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