USER MANUAL / ENGLISH
• the ALPRIDE E2 AIRBAG system is on or off, it has no influence on avalanche beacons. when it is inflating it could interfere with beacons.
avalanche beacons are very sensitive to electrical and magnetic influences. to mitigate any interference, carry the beacon on the front side of your
body to increase the distance between the alpride E2 compressor and the beacon.
• 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.
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DELIVERY
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ALPRIDE E2 SUPERCAP
SUPERCAPACITORS
The E2 Avalanche Airbag System is the first avalanche airbag that does not use lithium-ion or lithium polymer batteries to fuel the compressor’s
electric motor.
The E2 System uses its SuperCapacitors to store energy in the form of an electrostatic field. Unlike traditional batteries, there is no need to create
a chemical reaction to generate energy, allowing the E2 System to release its power faster.
The E2’s SuperCapacitors offer several advantages over batteries. They are not sensitive to changes in temperature, delivering the same perfor-
mance at -30 degrees C and +50 degrees C. This saves weight because, unlike batteries, there is no need to boost the SuperCapacitors to guarantee
outstanding performance at low temperatures.
While batteries tend to wear out after repeated charges, the SuperCapacitors stay strong. They are guaranteed for 500,000 charging cycles with a
nearly infinite lifespan, clearly superior to the 3- to 5-year lifespan of the average battery. What’s more, the SuperCapacitors are considered passive
electronic elements, like cameras for example, so there are no restrictions to travel, shipping or storage. This is a major advantage over traditional
batteries and compressed gas cartridge systems.
THE RADIAL COMPRESSOR
The E2 System uses a radial compressor, similar to turbo compressors found in cars. This design allows for high-speed air flow and inflation pres-
sure equal to compressed air cartridge avalanche airbag systems.
AA BATTERIES
The E2 SuperCap System uses two AA batteries for two primary purposes:
1- to recharge the SuperCapacitors
2- to guarantee that the SuperCapacitors keep their full power, compensating for their slow loss of charge and ensuring several months of autonomy
(see the section on autonomy).
NOTE: Only alkaline or lithium (AA batteries) should be used (for quick recharging at very low temperatures).
Use brand new, premium quality Alkaline AA / LR6 batteries.
Do not use AA zinc carbon batteries and NiCd or NiMH accumulators (rechargeable). These are often not strong enough to sufficiently charge the
SuperCapacitors.
Depending on the AA batteries technology, recharge and autonomy can vary:
• Piles alcalines :
• Alkaline batteries:
– are capable of 1 recharge OR 3 months autonomy of normal use (1.5 month if constantly on).
– it is strongly recommended to change the batteries after 1 recharge of the system (after inflation).
• Lithium batteries:
– are capable of 3 recharge OR 5 months autonomy of normal use (3 months if constantly on).
– it is strongly recommended to change the batteries after 3 recharges of the system (after inflation).
BACKPACK
AIRBAG E2 KIT:
compressor + airbag
USB-C CABLE
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