PIEPS JETFORCE SC Instrucciones De Uso página 6

For use during activities that may expose the user to risk of snow avalanche. Avalanches are deadly.
Understand and accept the risks involved before participating in activities that may expose you to avalanche
danger. You are responsible for your own actions and assume the risks of your decisions. This pack may
increase your chances for survival, but it does not guarantee safety in the event of an avalanche. This pack
should be used along with other avalanche safety gear including an avalanche beacon, shovel and probe.
Avalanche education is essential before heading into avalanche terrain. Learn how to avoid avalanches
and what to do in case you are caught by one. In addition to deploying your airbag, swim and fight to stay
on top, and attempt to create an air pocket as the slide begins to slow. Before using this product, read and
understand all instructions and warnings that accompany it, familiarize yourself with its capabilities and
limitations and obtain proper training in the use of the equipment. Practice periodically. Contact Pieps if you
are uncertain about how to use this product. Do not modify this product in any way. Avalanche control workers
using explosives are advised that this pack contains electronic equipment which has not been tested for all
conditions and which may expose the user to risks that are not yet known. Be aware of the potential risks of
using electronic equipment including, but not limited to, risks related to overheating, flammability, explosion,
electrical interference and static electricity. Check the manufacturer's website for updated instructions and
firmware. Failure to read and follow the warnings and instructions can result in severe injury or death!
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Pieps JetForce SC Backpack
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
JETFORCE BACKPACK INTRODUCTION
The Pieps JetForce SC Backpack is designed for use in and around areas with
the chance of snow avalanches. This backpack incorporates the JetForce
SC Avalanche Airbag System, which is designed to improve the chances of
surviving an avalanche. By increasing the total volume of the person caught
in the slide the airbag helps keep the victim on the surface, decreasing the
chances of a complete burial and allowing for a faster rescue.
JETFORCE SC SYSTEM COMPONENTS (FIGURE 1)
1a: Main Cargo Compartment
1b: Deployment Handle Pocket
1c: Deployment Handle
1d: Power Knob
1e: System Status Light - Green
1f: System Status Light – Orange
1g: System Status Light - Red
1h: USB Charging Port
1i: Airbag Pocket
1j: Inflation Unit
1k: Inflation Unit Compartment
1l: SuperCapacitors
1m: Micro USB Charging Cable (stan-
dard USB A – Micro USB B)
1n: Air Release Knob
SYSTEM FUNCTION (FIGURE 2)
With the system armed, the airbag is deployed by pulling the Deployment
Handle (1c). The Inflation Unit (1j) is activated and the inflating airbag opens
the airbag zipper and then fully inflates.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
To ensure that your JetForce SC Avalanche Airbag will function properly, the
JetForce SC electronic system performs a comprehensive self-diagnosis on
every system startup. A properly working system indicates a pulsing green
System Status Light (1e), visible through the mesh on the wearer's right
side of the pack (1p). Warnings/malfunctions are indicated with orange or
red System Status Lights (1f, 1g). Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING section for
further details.
SUPERCAPACITOR CHARGING
Use either of the following 2 methods to charge the JetForce SC's
SuperCapacitor.
Note: Charging will occur in OFF mode but the LEDs will not blink. In order
to display system charge status, turn the system on (refer to ARMING THE
SYSTEM). Refer to Figure 6 for system charge status.
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WARNING
1o: Pieps JetForce SC Backpack
Instructions
1p: Mesh side-panel window
1q: Airbag
1r: AA Battery Compartment
3a: Left-Side Buckle
3b: Right-Side Buckle
3c: Leg Strap
3d: Leg Strap Loop
3e: Waist Strap
3f: Sternum Strap
5a: Airbag Pocket Zipper Pull
5b: Hook and loop tab
9a: Support Straps
10a: Airbag Attachment Hooks
Note: The LED blinking speed indicates that the system is either charging
(four times per second) or is in the ON mode (once every ten seconds).
Primary method - charging via Micro USB:
1. Plug the Micro USB Charging Cable (1m) into the USB Charging Port (1h).
2. Plug the Micro USB Charging Cable into a USB power source.
3. When fully charged, disconnect USB Charging Cable and place two fresh
AA batteries into the battery compartment (1k) to maintain charge.
Secondary method - charging via AA Batteries:
1. Place two fresh AA batteries into the battery compartment (1k).
2. When fully charged, remove the batteries used for charging and place two
fresh AA batteries into the battery compartment (1k) to maintain charge.
2X AA Batteries:
Both lithium and alkaline AA batteries will work, but lithium is recommended
for optimal performance.
Do not use Zinc Carbon, NiCd, or NiMH batteries. They are often not
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strong enough to sufficiently charge the SuperCapacitor.
JETFORCE SC AUTONOMY
The SuperCapacitor's ability to store energy without slow leakage is depen-
dent on the installation of two AA batteries in the system as well as how long
the system is powered on. The SuperCapacitor can remain fully charged for
2-3 months while stored with the insertion of two new AA batteries. Without
AA batteries to prevent SuperCapacitor energy leakage, a green System
Status Light (1e) will be displayed for less than 6 hours after being fully
charged.
A WARNING! Always ensure the system has a full charge and a fresh set
of AA batteries installed before heading out into avalanche terrain. We
recommend bringing a second set of AA batteries to recharge the sys-
tem in case of deployment.
WARNING! While the JetForce SC can be used without AA batteries, it is
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not recommended.
A WARNING! Only charge the SuperCapacitor using the provided JetForce
SC Micro USB Charging Cable or two AA batteries.
A WARNING! The airbag may deploy if the Deployment Handle is pulled
anytime the lights are illuminated, even during charging.
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATUS AND WHEN TO RECHARGE (FIGURES 6 & 7)
With the system on, view the System Status Lights through the mesh side-
panel window (1p).
a. Green blinking light (1e): The SuperCapacitor is charged and has more than
6 hours of autonomy.
b. Orange blinking light (1f): The SuperCapacitor is ready for use, will inflate
the airbag but has less than 6 hours of autonomy. Charging is required. Do
not enter avalanche terrain.
c. Red blinking light (1g): The SuperCapacitor is not charged enough for use
and may not be able to inflate the airbag fully. Charging is required. Do not