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USER MANUAL Voltair 19568 Arc'teryx

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VOLTAIRAVALANCHEAIRBAG

Manufactured by;

ARC'TERYX EQUIPMENT

A division of Amer Sports Canada, Inc.

110-2220 Dollarton Hwy, North Vancouver,

British Columbia, Canada, V7H 1A8

EU Importer:

Amer Sports Europe Services GmbH

Parkring 15

85748 Garching

Germany

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PARTS 8

GETTING STARTED 14

DEPLOYMENT 18

PACKING YOUR AVALANCHE AIRBAG 24

IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN 26

HOW IT WORKS 31

SERVICE, TRAVEL, CARE, MAINTENANCE, WARRANTY 32

WARNING

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING OR TESTING YOUR AVALANCHE AIRBAG. CHARGE BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USE (APPROXIMATELY 2.5 HOURS).

This manual contains essential information required for use of the VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag. Sections marked with the triangle symbol identify risks which, if not correctly observed, may lead to serious consequences like severe injury or death. Keep this manual in a safe location and include it should you choose to pass your avalanche airbag on to another user. You can find the manual online at www.arcteryx.com/voltair.

All backcountry recreation carries inherent risks of serious injury or death. The VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag is emergency equipment which under certain conditions may reduce the chance of complete burial by an avalanche if worn and activated correctly. It cannot prevent avalanches from occurring, and in no way guarantees survival of the wearer, even if deployed correctly. EVERY AVALANCHE HAS THE POTENTIAL TO KILL, regardless of the safety equipment used or whether the user is buried. Do not take greater risks than you would if you were not wearing the avalanche airbag.

Read and understand all instructions and warnings related to this avalanche airbag before use.

Ensure you are accompanied by an experienced backcountry professional or have the proper training and experience to be able to

safely evaluate terrain, mountain conditions, and snow.

Inspect your VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag before each use. Do not use if damaged.

Whenever possible, ensure battery is fully charged, battery indicator light is blinking green, and system indicator light is blinking green.

Ensure battery is turned off and locking mechanism is engaged during transit to avoid inadvertent deployment.

Repack in an area free of debris and sharp objects.

This appliance (i.e. VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag) is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. This appliance is not intended for children.

Children should be kept away at all times. All children should be continuously supervised when near this appliance.

Children shall not be permitted to switch on/off the appliance.

Children shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance, or perform user maintenance.

The appliance is only to be used with the VOLTAIR ^14 power supply unit (Arc'teryx model 22296).

If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

This avalanche airbag is designed to form part of a user's avalanche rescue equipment and should only be used in conjunction with an avalanche transceiver, a shovel, and a probe.

Practice and test the deployment of your VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag before use in avalanche terrain.

• ONLY USE ARC'TERYX VOLTAIR™ BRAND BATTERY MODEL 17394 AND POWER SUPPLY MODEL 22296 WITH THIS AVALANCHE AIRBAG
  DO NOT DROP BATTERY
  BATTERY POSES RISK OF FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND BURNS
  DO NOT EXPOSE BATTERY TO FLAME OR EXTREME HEAT
  DO NOT DISASSEMBLE, PUNCTURE, OR CRUSH BATTERY PACK

• NEVER USE BATTERY IF IT IS LEAKING OR APPEARS TO BE EXPANDING
  DO NOT TRANSPORT DAMAGED BATTERIES BY AIR
  STORE BATTERY BETWEEN -10° AND 45°C (14° TO 113° F)
  FOR EXTENDED STORAGE (GREATER THAN THREE MONTHS) BATTERY SHOULD IDEALLY BE STORED BETWEEN 22^ AND 25^ (71.6^ - 77^) , HUMIDITY: 65± 20% RH
  LITHIUM-ION POLYMER BATTERIES ARE HEAVILY REGULATED FOR AIR TRANSPORTATION. MOST AIRLINES REQUIRE THE BATTERY BE PLACED IN CARRY-ON LUGGAGE. VERIFY WITH YOUR AIRLINE FOR SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

• DISPOSE OF THE VOLTAIR BATTERY, POWER SUPPLY, AND AVALANCHE AIRBAG IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING REGULATIONS

PARTS

1. AIR INTAKE
2. LASH LADDERS
3. ICE AXE DONGLE
4. MAIN COMPARTMENT ZIPPER
5. AVALANCHE SAFETY TOOLS COMPARTMENT ZIPPER (VOLTAIR 30 ONLY)
6. BALLOON COMPARTMENT BURST ZIPPER
   7.COMPRESSION STRAPS
7. HIPBELT STABILIZER STRAPS

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1. BALLOON
2. BALLOON DEFLATION VALVE
3. BALLOON DEFLATION TUBE
4. BALLOON ANCHOR
5. SHOULDER STRAPS
6. LOAD LIFTER STRAPS
7. STERNUM STRAP
8. HIPBELT
9. LEG LOOP
10. LEG LOOP CLIP
11. LEG LOOP BINER
12. LOCKING TRIGGER HANDLE
13. SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT
14. RETRACTABLE MIRROR

15. BATTERY ACCESS PORT

16. BALLOON COMPARTMENT BURST ZIPPER

17. TOP FLAP
18. LATCH POST
19. LATCH BASE

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1. LOCKING TRIGGER HANDLE
2. AIR INTAKE FILTER
   30.MOTOR CONTROLLER
3. POWER CONNECTOR
4. BATTERY
5. SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT
6. BALLOON COMPARTMENT LATCH MECHANISM (LATCH POST & BASE)

NOTE: Battery and charging accessories sold separately.

1. BATTERY
2. POWER CONNECTOR
3. BATTERY LEDs
4. BATTERY POWER SWITCH
5. CHARGING PORT
6. AC POWER SUPPLY WITH CHANGEABLE ADAPTOR
7. TYPE A POWER OUTLET ADAPTOR: NORTH AMERICA
8. TYPE C POWER OUTLET ADAPTOR: EUROPEAN UNION
9. TYPE POWER OUTLET ADAPTOR: CHINA
10. TYPE G POWER OUTLET ADAPTOR: UNITED KINGDOM
11. COVER PLATE

WARNING

• CHARGE THE BATTERY BEFORE FIRST USE. THIS MAY TAKE UP TO 2.5 HOURS.
• ONLY USE ARC'TERYX VOLTAIR™ BRAND BATTERY MODEL 17394 AND POWER SUPPLY MODEL 22296 WITH THIS AVALANCHE AIRBAG.
  NEVER ATTEMPT TO CONNECT THE CHARGERTO THE BATTERY'S POWERCONNECTOR (36).THIS WILLPERMANENTLY DAMAGETHE BATTERY.

STEP 1: CHARGE BATTERY

1. With the battery power switch (38) in the OFF position, connect the AC power supply (40) to the battery's charging port (39).

2. Select and install the appropriate power outlet adaptor for your region.

3. Plug the adaptor into a wall socket. The battery's green LED will flash during charging.

BATTERY IS FULLY CHARGED WHEN THE GREEN LED IS SOLID.

While waiting for the battery to charge, proceed with the next steps.

WARNING

DO NOT USE ANY POWER OUTLET ADAPTORS (PARTS 41, 42, 43, OR 44) IF THEY OR ANY OTHER PART OF THE CHARGER APPEARS DAMAGED.

GETTING STARTED

Make sure all buckles are fastened and straps are adjusted so the pack is securely fastened to your body. Clip the leg loop in place around your leg.

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GETTING STARTED

STEP 3: ADJUST THE LEG LOOP

• Put the pack on and pull the leg loop through your legs from back to front. Clip it to the leg loop clip.

• Keeping your legs straight, reach to touch your toes. The leg loop should be snug (firm contact with your crotch) but not painful when you bend over.

• Thread the strap through the buckle to make it shorter or longer as needed.

WARNING

ADJUST THE LEG LOOP CAREFULLY.

When adjusting the leg loop, make sure you are grabbing the leg loop strap highlighted in red in the image to the left. During an avalanche, the pack will be pulled upwards by the balloon. If the leg loop is too loose or unsecured, your pack could successfully rise to the surface, but leave you stuck under snow.

Failing to properly adjust and secure the leg loop may increase your risk of injury or death. The Voltair Avalanche Airbag will not work effectively without the leg loop adjusted securely.

Do not alter, cut, or otherwise interfere with the leg loop. Always wear it clipped in place while in avalanche terrain.

GETTING STARTED

STEP 4: PRACTICE MOVEMENTS

YOU DO NOT WANT THE FIRST TIME YOU TRY YOUR AVALANCHE. PACK TO BE DURING AN AVALANCHE.

Practice some of the movements for triggering the system, WITH THE BATTERY OFF. For full deployment instructions see the next section: DEPLOYMENT.

Practice these and other movements with gloves on while skiing or in snow conditions before you are in a real-life avalanche situation:

• Lock and unlock the trigger handle.
• Grab the trigger handle with your right or left hand (when the battery is disconnected, you will hear a click and the latch will release, but there will be no other visible change to the airbag).
• Pull and release the trigger handle. Your impulse in a real situation will be to yank on it and keep pulling, but you do not need to. Just let it go.
• If you use a snowmobile, think about how and when you would pull the trigger while accelerating and steering.
• Keep the leg loop clipped around your leg and access your avalanche tools.

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STEP 5: TEST THE SYSTEM

Deploy the airbag according to the instructions in the next section: DEPLOYMENT.

After you have tested the deployment, when the balloon is full, you can stop the pulsing at any time by turning the battery off. It will remain inflated for several hours.

TEST THE AVALANCHE AIRBAG IN A VARIETY OF CONDITIONS BEFORE YOU ARE IN A SITUATION IN WHICH YOUR LIFE MAY DEPEND UPON IT. THIS SHOULD INCLUDE TESTING IT FULLY PACKED AS IT WOULD BE FOR USE.

Note: Arc'teryx recommends sending the VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag in for service after 50 deployments.

WARNING

NOISE ADVISORY

The VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag system is loud (approximately 100 dB) and could damage hearing with exposure over 7.5 minutes. Wear hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs) whenever you are testing the system.

STEP 1: CONNECT THE BATTERY

Make sure your battery is fully charged and the switch is in the OFF position.
- Open the internal battery pocket zipper and place the battery into the compartment as shown. Secure with the VELCRO® straps.
- Connect the male power connector to the female power connector of the avalanche airbag.
- Zip the internal battery pocket closed.

STEP 2: TURN THE AVALANCHE AIRBAG ON

• Open the battery access zipper and look through it to find the on/off switch and the battery LEDs.
• Turn the battery on and listen for a beep and a revving sound. This is a test pulse of the blower system indicating that the system is working.
• Look for a flashing green LED on the battery inside the bag. This means the battery is operating correctly and fully charged.
• Close the battery access zipper.
• Locate the system indicator light above the wearer's left shoulder. When the pack is on, use the retractable mirror located on the left hipbelt strap to view the system indicator light.
• If any indicator lights are not flashing green, refer to the Battery LED guide on page 18 and the System Indicator Light guide on page 34.

BATTERY LED GUIDE

BATTERY LEDs MEANING
GREEN LED FLASHING	Full power for multiple days of use or approximately 8 inflations and at least 1 inflation at -30°C (-22°F).
YELLOW LED FLASHING	Sufficient power for several days of use or approximately 4 inflations down to -15°C (5°F).
RED LED FLASHING + BEeping EVERY 5 MINUTES	Low power. The battery will perform for another 24 hours and provide at least one inflation at -15°C (5°F). The battery will eventually shut down.
GREEN + YELLOW + RED LED FLASHING TOGETHER + BUZZER WARNING EVERY MINUTE	The battery is on but disconnected from the airbag.

STEP 3: STRAP IN

• Put the pack on and fasten all straps securely.
• Secure the sternum strap in a low but comfortable position because the pack will lift in an avalanche.
• Check that your leg loop is securely fastened according to the instructions on page 14.

STEP 4: UNLOCK TRIGGER

• Unlock the trigger handle by twisting it so the green circle faces away from your body.
• The trigger handle can be rotated in either direction.

STEP 5: DEPLOY

• Grasp the trigger handle firmly, pull down hard and release. It will travel about 5 cm.
• Pulling the trigger handle pops the latch post from the base, opens the balloon compartment, and triggers the blower system, inflating the balloon.
• The blower system is loud and will inflate the balloon in less than 5 seconds. The blower will blow for 7 seconds and then pulse once every 5 seconds for the next minute.
• The pulsing sequence can be stopped at any time by turning the battery power OFF. Remember to turn it on again if you are in avalanche terrain.

WARNING

NOISE ADVISORY

The VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag system is loud (approximately 100 dB) and could damage hearing with exposure over 7.5 minutes. Wear hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs) whenever you are testing the system.

STEP 6: RESET THE SYSTEM

• Return the trigger handle to its home position. This resets the system so it can be deployed again.
• Do not turn the battery off until you are in a safe situation. As long as the battery is on and has sufficient charge, you will be able to deploy the balloon again.

DURING YOUR TEST DEPLOYMENT MAKE SURE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS DO OCCUR:

PART LOCK FOR
BATTERY	·Battery light should flash green when fully charged, connected to the airbag and turned on.
SYSTEM	·System light should flash green when the battery is connected and turned on. ·You should hear a test pulse of the motor when the battery is initially turned on.
BALLOON	·Balloon should exit compartment quickly and inflate completely within 5 seconds.

The VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag is designed to carry backcountry gear such as skis, snowboard, snowshoes, ice axe, and ski poles without interfering with the balloon inflation mechanism. Pack carefully to make sure the trigger can be accessed and the balloon can deploy correctly.

Objects strapped to the pack should not interfere with the trigger system or balloon compartment, as it may prevent your airbag from deploying correctly.

WARNING

DO NOT PACK ANYTHING ON THE TOP OR SIDES OF THE PACK WHICH MAY INTERFERE WITH BALLOON DEPLOYMENT. For example, DO NOT A-frame skis and DO NOT pack rope on the top of the pack.

WARNING

PACK ICE AXE, SKI POLES, AND SHARP OBJECTS WITH THE SHARP EDGES POINTING DOWN SO THEY DO NOT PUNCTURE THE BALLOON.

PACKING YOUR GEAR

• Do not pack gear in the balloon compartment.
• Never pack your beacon in your bag. It should always be carried on your person.
• Attach an ice axe by laying it flat against the pack with the pick towards the centre. Place the dongle through the head of the ice axe and along the side of the shaft. Use the VELCRO strap to secure the ice axe head, ensuring the dongle is underneath the strap. Secure the base of the ice axe with the bottom VELCRO strap.
• The lash ladder is designed to allow adjustments to the desired width and angle for your gear. The end of the webbing can be moved to any position to create the needed loop size. Use needle nose pliers for assistance. Make sure the webbing anchor is through a lash to keep the webbing loop from slipping. Thread the end of the webbing through the buckle and tighten to secure. Do not use the compression strap for securing your gear to the pack.
• Always carry avalanche safety tools. This includes a shovel and a probe, in addition to a beacon.

4-STEP SAFETY CHECK

At the trailhead or departure point, perform the 4-step safety check before heading out.

ALWAYS PERFORM THE 4-STEP SAFETY CHECK BEFORE USING YOUR AVALANCHE AIRBAG

1. Top and sides of pack are clear
2. Green lights flashing
3. Battery light

4. System indicator light

5. Leg loop attached

6. Trigger unlocked

WHEN IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN:

• Turn the battery ON and ensure the green system indicator light is flashing.
• Leave the battery on ALL DAY until you reach safe terrain.
• Keep the trigger in the unlocked position.
  Periodically check your ski partner's pack for the flashing green system indicator light. To verify for yourself, use the retractable mirror to ensure the system indicator light is flashing while the pack is on.

WARNING

NEVER TAKE GREATER RISKS THAN YOU WOULD IF YOU WERE NOT WEARING THE AVALANCHE AIRBAG.

DURING AN AVALANCHE

THESE SUGGESTIONS DO NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF AN AVALANCHE SAFETY COURSE.

As soon as you suspect an avalanche, deploy the avalanche airbag. One of the advantages of the VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag is that in most cases* you can deploy the airbag repeatedly during the same day.

(^*U p to 8 deployments in a single day, dependent upon temperaure and battery charge state.)

STEP 1: DEPLOY THE BALLOON.

Grasp the trigger handle, pull firmly until the airbag deploys, then release. The balloon will inflate within 3 to 5 seconds.

STEP 2: ESCAPE IF YOU CAN.

Use whatever means necessary to get out of the path of the avalanche as quickly as possible.

Use your arms and hands to avoid obstacles and to clear snow and obstructions from your face. Try to keep your mouth closed. As the avalanche stops, get yourself free as soon as possible so you can dig out survivors.

AFTER AN AVALANCHE

THESE SUGGESTIONS DO NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF AN AVALANCHE SAFETY COURSE.

• Once the avalanche has stopped, assess yourself and the safety of your surroundings.
• Determine how many others are missing and turn all transceivers to search.
• Define a search area and begin looking for survivors.
• Do not delay, as research shows that survival rates drop steeply after the first 12-15 minutes of burial.
• Make sure the trigger handle of the airbag is pushed back up into the base.
• Your pack should remain on and your balloon inflated until you reach safety.
• Keep the battery on until you are in a safe situation.
• If you need to access your avalanche gear to help others, take the pack off quickly WHILE LEAVING THE LEG LOOP FASTENED. Remove the gear you need, then return the pack to your back. This ensures your airbag is available and usable in the event of a second avalanche.

WARNING

ALWAYS LEAVE LEG LOOP ATTACHED WHEN IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN.

DEFLATING AND RESTUFFING THE BALLOON

Before deflating the balloon, make sure the trigger handle is pushed back up into the base and in the locked position.

1. Locate the deflator tool attached to a cord near the base of the balloon.
2. Insert the deflator tool into the deflation valve, leaving the end with the string sticking out.
3. Hug the balloon to squeeze the air out while holding the deflator tool in place.
4. Bunch up the loose fabric and continue to squeeze the air out.

DO NOT ROLL OR FOLD THE BALLOON.

Rolling or folding the balloon may prevent it from inflating properly. Scrunch and stuff it to ensure it will deploy as designed.

TIP: Leave the deflator tube in until the pack is ready to be zipped.

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WARNING

BE CAREFUL NOT TO CATCH THE BALLOON FABRIC IN THE ZIPPER AS IT COULD DAMAGE THE BALLOON.

• Stuff the balloon carefully inside the balloon compartment while squeezing the top of the bag together with your other hand.
• Continue to squeeze air out until the entire balloon is compressed enough to fit inside the balloon compartment.
• Remove the deflator tube and tuck it under the zipper as you zip it closed. NOT REMOVING THE DEFLATOR TUBE COULD RESULT IN A FAILD DEPLOYMENT.
• Pull the zipper pull from the bottom position up to the stopper and then back down to the bottom, which closes the zipper. Repeat this on the second side.
• Press the latch in place. You should hear a click.
  Make sure it is engaged and will not come undone.

The VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag helps improve your avalanche survival by reducing your chances of complete burial, due to a principle known as the inverse segregation effect. Inverse segregation occurs as an object of greater volume flows with a mass of smaller particles. The larger mass rises to the surface as the smaller particles continue to flow around it. The airbag does not create this effect if the snow is stationary. This effect only occurs in a moving avalanche.

When triggered, the 150 litre airbag inflates in less than five seconds. The airbag increases your overall volume and moves you toward the surface during the avalanche flow. A significant percentage of avalanche fatalities are caused by asphyxiation during burial. The airbag improves your chances of being closer to the surface of the snow and the highly visible fluorescent coloured balloon allows for quicker location and extraction once the avalanche has stopped.

AFTER USING THE PACK IN AN AVALANCHE

• Once you get back indoors, dry out your airbag by deploying it and leaving it inflated until the balloon and bag are completely dry.
• After you have deployed the pack in an avalanche, please contact us at 1-866-458-2473 or visit www.arcteryx.com for contact information of Customer Service agents in your region.
• We will ask you to send your avalanche airbag to the Arc'teryx Customer Service team for inspection.

SERVICE

Contact Arc'teryx Customer Service to discuss servicing options on your avalanche airbag if any of the following situations occur:

It was used in an avalanche.
It appears damaged in any way.
- After 50 deployments, when the system indicator light flashes red and green.
- When the system indicator light flashes red.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about your Avalanche Airbag, do not hesitate to contact the Arc'teryx Customer Service agents in your region:

AT:018637114BE:24160164

CA/US:1-866-458-2473 CZ:296739005

DK:32712512 FI:942598674

FR:0481680626 GB:02070783546

DE:0911 93392040 IT:06-60521514

NO:22635912 PL:223077343

ES:935473246 SE:0184771018

CH:043 444 79 41 NL:206551449

TRAVEL

Always lift the pack by the handle or shoulder strap. Do not pick it up by the balloon compartment top flap.

TRAVELING WITH YOUR AVALANCHE AIRBAG:

• Battery power switch should be in the OFF position.
• Ensure the balloon is securely stuffed in the balloon compartment and the latch is engaged.
• Confirm the trigger handle is in the locked position

ON COMMERCIAL AIRLINES:

• The VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag uses lithium-ion polymer batteries (82.2 Wh), which are treated as dangerous goods in air travel. Turn the battery OFF and put it in your carry-on luggage. Always check with the airline on specific regulations.
• Remember to place any spare batteries in your carry-on luggage.

WARNING

TRAVEL ADVISORY

LITHIUM-ION POLYMER BATTERIES are heavily regulated for air transportation. Most airlines require you to remove the battery from your airbag and place it in your carry-on luggage. Verify with your airline on their specific regulations.

STORAGE

After normal use, unpack the airbag with battery turned OFF and leave it unpacked until dry. Repack the airbag when it is completely dry.

Before storage, turn the battery OFF and disconnect it. Do not expose your battery to temperatures colder than -30^ (-22^)

Store the Avalanche Airbag away from direct sunlight, sharp objects and out of the reach of children.

For long term storage, pop the latch open (pull the trigger with the battery disconnected) and pull the balloon out of the bag.

Tum the disconnected battery ON. After a few days, the warning LEDs will cease, indicating a fully discharged state. Store in a cool, dry place. Recharge prior to use next season.

CLEANING

Pack fabric can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.

Use clean water only. Do not use soap, detergents, or any other chemical.

WARNING

NEVER IMMERSE THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID.

Do not immerse any part of the pack in water.

MAINTENANCE

BEFORE EVERY TOUR EVERY 50 DEPLOYMENTS ONCE PER SEASON
·Ensure battery and spares are fully charged.	·After 50 deployments your pack's system indicator light will flash red and green. The pack will continue to function if required, however this is a reminder to send it to Arc'teryx Customer Service for inspection. ·Call the Arc'teryx Customer Service team for complete instructions at 1-866-458-2473.	·Before the start of each season, at least once per year, perform a complete visual inspection, looking for the issues in the Maintenance Checklist. ·Perform a complete system electrical wiring test. With the battery connected and turned OFF and trigger unlocked, pull the trigger handle until fully extended and hold. With your other hand, turn the battery ON. The red system LED will appear solid. Release the trigger handle and the green LED will blink as the test pulse begins. ·Perform a test deployment.
·Visually check balloon fabric to ensure no damage.
·Ensure leg loop and clip are not damaged.
·Ensure balloon is stuffed (not rolled or folded) into the balloon compartment.
·Perform a power-off deployment to ensure the latch pops open when the trigger handle is pulled.

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

PART LOOK FOR
BALLOON FABRIC	• Holes, tears or worn spots • Discolouration caused by over-exposure to sun or chemicals
BALLOON ANCHOR	• Frayed or worn threads • Loose stitches holding it in place
ANCHOR CROSS STAY	• Missing end caps • Out of place (no longer in position linking the balloon to the pack)
BATTERY	• Physical damage, cracks • Leaks • Swelling • Corrosion • Connector for damage or breaks • Battery wires for damage or discoloration
TRIGGER MECHANISM	Damaged trigger cablesDamaged trigger handleMissing or loose screws on the base plateDamaged trigger cable housing
CABLES • Cracked or worn cable housing
LEG LOOP	Frayed or worn webbingPhysical damage to the buckles on either end
BLOWER ASSEMBLY	Signs of corrosion or damage of any kindLEDs not displaying as expectedMissing or loose screw at hose clamp

IF ANY OF THE CONDITIONS DESCRIBED ARE FOUND, CALL THE ARCTERYX CUSTOMER SERVICE TEAM FOR HELP ASSESSING THE SITUATION AND TO DISCUSS NEXT STEPS. 1-866-458-2473 OR VISIT WWW.ARCTERYX.COM FOR CONTACT INFORMATION OF CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENTS IN YOUR REGION.

SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS

RED (ONLY) FLASHING LIGHT

System will not work. Return the airbag for service.

RED (ONLY) SOLID LIGHT

Indicates the trigger handle is pulled out and the bag has already been inflated. Push the handle back and the green flashing light should appear. If it is still red after the handle is pushed back, return the airbag for service.

Test pulse is OK. System is waiting to be triggered.

RED AND GREEN (TOGETHER) FLASHING LIGHT

50 inflations have occurred. The Voltaire Avalanche Airbag should continue to function, however return the airbag for service as soon as possible.

NO LIGHTS (AND THE TEST PULSE IS WORKING)

This airbag should be returned for service. The unit is functioning but the wires or LEDs are broken.

NO LIGHTS (AND THE TEST PULSE IS NOT WORKING)

Check the battery. It is most likely not plugged in or out of charge. If the battery appears functional but there are still no lights, return the airbag for service.

GREEN LED FLASHING ONCE PER SECOND AND RED LED FLASHING 8 TIMES PER SECOND

The system is over-heating and will automatically return to normal function when the motor has cooled to an acceptable temperature.

LIFESPAN

The VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag has a maximum lifespan of 10 years, regardless of use. The frequency of use, care and maintenance routine, and storage of the VOLTAIR will impact the actual lifespan and warranty coverage. To achieve maximum longevity and performance, follow the care and storage instructions found in the instruction manual. VOLTAIR batteries should function as expected for at least 3 years with normal usage and storage.

WARRANTY

For details on warranty coverage of the VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag for defects in manufacturing or material, please visit www. arcteryx.com/voltair.

DISPOSAL

When it is time to retire your VOLTAIR ^TM Avalanche Airbag, battery and/or power supply, ensure you dispose of them in accordance with local electronics recycling and disposal regulations. Batteries, power supplies and the blower assemblies must all be separated from the pack and disposed of separately. Do not place them in household garbage or a landfill.

SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS

VOLTAIR

The VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag is designed and built in conformance with prEN 16716:2016 and in accordance with the PPE directive 89/686 EEC as well as the CE guidelines. The electronic components comply with EU regulations and have been certified to the following standards: charger (EN 61558-2-16:2009 + A1:2013, EN 60335-1, UL 60950-1, CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 and diamond-type PSE) and battery (EN 62133 (IEC 62133) (EC 2006/66), CE, FCC and UN 38-3). However during an avalanche incident, there could be forces and circumstances that will exceed these standard values. We would therefore explicitly point out that the VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag in its entirety and in parts (balloon material, attachments, backpack, etc.) cannot withstand all possible demands that will arise during an avalanche incident.

The VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag is manufactured by: Arc'teryx Equipment - a division of Amer Sports Canada Inc. - #110-2220 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver, BC, Canada, V7H 1A8

The nature of the materials and the manufacturing method used to develop the Avalanche Airbag are based on the values of standards for similar products.

These standard values represent the profile required for the material and operating tests conducted by TÜV Süd Product Service GmbH under the Federal Consumer Product Safety Act, according to the PPE 89/686 EEC and CE directives.

VOLTAIR™	30L (MODEL 21827) 20L (MODEL 19568)
Usable pack volume 30 litres 20 litres
Balloon volume 150 litres 150 litres
Total weight (not including battery) 2.68 kilograms (5	91 lbs) 2.47 kilograms (5.43 lbs)
Inflation time 5 seconds 5 seconds
Operating temperature range	-30° to +50°C (-22° to +122°F)	-30° to +50°C (-22° to +122°F)
Manufacturer (pack) Arc'teryx Equipment Arc'teryx Equipment
Country of manufacture (pack) Canada Canada
Manufacturer (blower assembly) TexEnergy	TexEnergy
Country of manufacture (blower assembly)	China	China

MARKINGS

Indicates the trigger handle is unlocked.

Indicates user must read the accompanying user manual before using the device.

Wheelie bin symbol advising user to dispose of waste electrical and electronic equipment separately from unsorted municipal waste.

Indicates trigger handle is locked.

Indicates the VOLTAIR Avalanche Airbag system has been evaluated for both Canadian and US markets (UL 60335-1 (Ed. 5)/CSA C22.2 no. 60335-111)

This is a class 3 appliance designed to be charged using a safety extralow voltage power supply.

ARCTERYX

Arc'teryx logo.

Indicates the pack must be surface-cleaned only.

19565-64854-0711

In this example model 19564, PO 54964 was built July 2016.

VOLTAIR 20

An example of a model name.

0195680000494

Located on the QR code label, indicates the unique serial number for the avalanche airbag.

Aneryx Equipment

Arc'teryx brand name and name of the manufacturer of the pack.

Brand name of the company which manufactured the battery and electrical system.

This mark is the CE mark of conformity and indicates fulfilment of the requirements of Article 10 of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (89/686/EEC), including type testing of the VOLTAIR Avianche Airbag by TUV Product Service GmbH, CS4-Sport, PSA Daimlerstrasse 11, 85748 Garching, Germany, Notified Body number 0123.

FEN1671B2018

This indicates the VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag system conforms to Fpr EN 16716, Mountainearing equipment. Avalanche airbag systems - Safety requirements and test methods.

P65

International Protection marking indicating that the VOLTAIR™ Avalanche Airbag controller box is dust tight and will withstand a water jet without harmful effects per IEC 60529.

VOLTAIR

MANUEL D'UTILISATION

DU SAC A DOS AIRBAG

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RéVISION, TRANSPORT,

ENTRETIEN GÉNÉRAL,

MAINTENANCE, GARANTIE 70

AVERTISSEMENTS

LISEZ ATTENTIVEMENT CE MANUEL AVANT Toute UTILISATION DE VOTRE SAC À DOS AIRBAG. CHARGEZ LA BATTERIE AVANT LA PREMIÈRE UTILISATION (ENVIRON 2 HEURES 30).

ÉLIMINATION DU PRODUIT

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SCHRITT 4: AUSLOSER ENTSICHERN

SCHRITT 5: AUSLOSEN DES AIRBAGS

SCHRITT 3: BEMUHEN SIE SICH MIT ALLEN KRAFTEN, AN DER

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110-2220 Dollarton Hwy, North Vancouver,

British Columbia, Canada, V7H 1A8

Importatore UE:

Amer Sports Europe Services GmbH

Parkring 15

85748 Garching

Germania

INDICE

COMPONENTI 122

PER INIZIARE 128

AZIONAMENTO 132

CARICARE L'AIRBAG DA VALANGA 138

SU TERRENI A RISCHIO VALANGA 140

COME FUNZIONA 145

ASSISTENZA, IN VIAGGIO, MANUTENZIONE, GARANZIA 146

AVVERTENZE

LEGGERE ATTENTAMENTE QUESTO MANUALE PRIMA DI UTILIZZARE O TESTARE L'AIRBAG DA VALANGA. CARICARE LA BATTERIA PRIMA DEL PRIMO USO (CIRCA 2,5 ORE).

A division of Amcr Sports Canada Inc.

110-2220 Bollarton Hwy, North Vancouver,

British Columbia, Canada, v/111A8

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目次

StePP1: BUL-EN to p5

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www.arcteryx.com/patents

110 - 2220 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver,

Columbia Brittanica, Canada, V7H 1A8

A division of Amer Sports Canada, Inc.

110-2220Dollarton Hwy, North Vancouver,

British Columbia, Canada, V7H 1A8

EU-importor:

Amer Sports Europe Services GmbH

148 Corrigation

65748 Garching
Tülkland

INNHOLD

DELER 198

KOMME I GANG 204

UTLØSING 208

PAKKESKREDSEKKEN 214

ISKREDFARLIG TERRENG 216

SLIK VIRKER DEN 221

SERVICE, REISE, STELL, VEDLIKEHOLD, GARANTI 222

ADVARSLER

LES DENNE BRUKSANVISNINGEN NOYE FOR DU BRUKER ELLER TESTER SKREDSEKKEN. LAD BATTERIET FOR FORSTE GANGS BRUK (CA. 2,5 TIMER).

TRINN 6: TILBAKESTILL SYSTEMET

• Sett utloseren tilbake i utgangsposisjon. Dette tilbakestiller systemet sik at det kan lses ut pa nytt.
• Ikke slá av batteriet För situasjorden er trygg. Så lenge batteriet er pa og har tilstrekkelig ladning, kan du lõse ut batteriet pa nytt.

UNDER TESTUTLOSINGEN MÁ DU SJEKKE AT FÖLGENDE SKJER:

DEL SE ETTER
BATTERI	· Batterilyset skal blinke grøntær det er fulladet, koblet til skredballongen og slätt på.
SYSTEM	· Systemlyset skal blinke grøntær batteriet er koblet til og slätt på. · Du skal hare en testpuls fra motorenær batteriet slås på.
BALLONG	· Ballongen skalkommen ut av ballongrommet hurtig og blæses opp i løpet av 5 sekunder.

PAKKE UTSTYR PÅ UTSIDEN AV SEKKEN

Skredsekken VOLTAIR er designet sik at du kan bare friluftsutstyr som ski, snowboard, truger, isaks og skistaver uten at det har innvirkning pa ballongens oppblasingsmakanisme. Pakk med omhu sik at du farr til gang til utleseren og ballongen kan utleses korrekt.

Gjenstander som festes til sekken,
må ikke pávirke utløsersystemet eller
ballongrommet, sider det kan hindre
korrekt utløsing av skredsekken.

ADVARSEL

IKKE PAKK NOE PÅ TOPPEN ELLER SIDENE AV SEKKEN SOM KAN PAVIRKE BALLONGUTLØSINGEN. For eksempel, IKKE fest ski i A-feste, og IKKE pakk tau oppa sekken.

ADVARSEL

PAKK ISØKS, SKISTAYER OG SKARPE GJENSTANDER MED DEN SKARPE KANTEN RETTET NEDOVER SLIK AT DE IKKE PUNKTERER BALLONGEN.

PAKKEDITTUTSTYR

4-TRINNS SIKKERHETSSJEKK

SERVICE, REISE, STELL, VEDLIKEHOLD,GARANTI

ETTER BRUK AV SEKKEN I ET SKRED

SJEKKLISTE FOR VEDLIKEHOLD

DEL SE ETTER
BALLONG-STOFF	• Hull, rifter eller slitte områder • Fargeendring på grunn av sol eller kjemikalier
BALLONGANKER	• Frynsete eller slitte tråder • Løse sting som holder det på plass
ANKERETS KRYSSTAG	• Manglende endehetter • Forskjøvet (ikke lenger i en posisjon som forbinder ballongen til sekken)
BATTERI	• Fysisk skade, sprekker • Lekkasjer • Svulmende form • Korrosjon • Skade eller brudd på kontakt • Skade eller fargeendring på batteriledninger

SJEKKLISTE FOR VEDLIKEHOLD (FORTS.)

VOLTAIR

DEL SE ETTER
UTLØSER-MEKANISME	• Skade på utløserkabler • Skade på utløserhändtak • Manglende eller过得 skruer på sukkelplaten • Skade på utløserhändtakets hus
KABLER • Sprukket eller slitt kabelhus
LÄRLØKKE	• Frynset eller slitt webbing • Fysisk skade på spennene i endene
VIFTEENHET	• Tegn på korrosjon eller enhver form for skade • LED-ene lyser ikke som forventet • Manglende eller过得 skrue på slangeklemmen

HVIS DU FINNER NOEN AV MANGLENE SOM ER BESKREVET OVER, RING ARC'TERYX' KUNDESERVICE FOR Å FÅ HJELP TIL Å VURDERE SITUASJONEN OG DISKUTERE NESTE STEG. 1-866-458-2473 ELLER BESØK WWW. ARCTERYX.COM FOR Å FÅ KONTAKTINFORMASJONEN TIL KUNDESERVICE I DIN REGION.

SYSTEMVARSELLAMPER

(BARE) RØDT BLINKENDE LYS

Systemet vil/DDke fungere. Lever skredsekken inn til service.

(BARE) RØDT FAST LYS

Betyr at utloserhandtaket er trukket ut og ballongen allerede har blitt blast opp. Skyv handtaket tilbake, sa skal det gronne blinkende lyset comme pa. Hvis det fremdeles lyser rdt nar handtaket er skjovet tilbake, ma skredsekken leveres inn til service.

(BARE) GRONT BLINKENDE LYS

Arc'teryx is a registered trademark and

VOLTAIR is a trademark of Arc'teryx

Equipment, a division of Amer Sports

Canada Inc. © 2016

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