PRACTICE :
Practicing and being well-trained in using your transceiver
is essential in order to conduct a successful search in the
event of an avalanche.
RESPONSABILITY :
Skiing off trail or skiing in the backcountry are activities
that present inherent risks. Wearing a transceiver should
in no way influence your decision making when in ava-
lanche terrain. Know when to turn around.
STORAGE :
Store your device in a cool and dry place. Remove the
batteries when storing for long periods of time. The
device is no longer under warranty if the batteries leak.
WARRANTY :
Your device has a 5-year warranty. We recommend
sending your transceiver in for maintenance on a regular
basis: once every 3 years for amateurs, and once every
two years for professionals.
REGISTRATION AND UPDATES :
Every ARVA transceiver has a unique identification num-
ber. Registering your device on www.arva-equipement
allows us to link your contact information your device to
for optimal tracking (maintenance, customer service,
software updates, etc.).
BATTERIES :
The ARVA transceiver only operates with 3 standard
Alkaline AAA/LRO3 batteries. Do not use rechargeable or
lithium batteries. The batteries should all be replaced at
the same time. The label in the battery compartment is
important for all servicing procedures, do not remove it.
IMPORTANT FOR SWITZERLAND: APPENDIX 4.10 FOR
STANDARD SR 814.013 APPLIES TO BATTERIES
CAUTION: THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BAT-
TERY IS THROWN INTO A FIRE OR REPLACED BY THE
WRONG TYPE OF BATTERY. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON
HOW TO PROPERLY DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES.
INITIAL START-UP
To switch on your device, turn the ON/OFF button 90°.
After switching on your device, place it in the holster
with the screen facing out so that the ON/OFF button
fits into the safety notch. This notch locks the ON/OFF
button in place and prevents it from turning the device off
unexpectedly.
Place the black strap over your shoulder with the
ARVA logo facing out.
Place the red elastic strap around your waist, clip the
red buckle, and adjust as needed.