bca Float series - Storage and Service Life; Proper Storage Conditions; Periodic Deployment and Lifespan; Discharging the Air Cylinder

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Whenthesystemisnotinusestoreinacool,dryplace.Ifthesystemiswet,drybeforestoringby
opening the airbag compartment and laying the airbag flat to dry. Do not expose a Float cylinder to
temperaturesexceeding130°F(55°C)orbelow-22°F(-30°C).Ifsubjectedtoadverseconditions,
check that all connections are free of contaminants. Pack can be cleaned with warm water only and
connections can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not use soaps, detergents, lubricants, or other
chemicals; they may degrade or damage materials if used anywhere on the system.
Periodic Deployment/Service Life
BCA recommends deploying your Float airbag at least once per year, both to make sure the system is
operating correctly and to be sure the user knows how to operate the equipment efficiently. Put it on,
pull the trigger, repack the airbag and refill the cylinder before the season starts. Your Float airbag is
designedtoundergoaminimumof20deploymentsandiswarrantedforthreeyears.Withoccasional
useandpropercare,thesystemcanbeexpectedtolastfor5years.Underfrequentuseandwithproper
carethesystemmayneedtoberetiredbefore5years.Themaximumshelflifeis10yearsfromthe
date of manufacture. Factors that may reduce the lifespan of the product are: abrasion, wear, prolonged
exposure to sunlight, prolonged exposure to moisture, or harsh environments. The manufacturing date
can be found underneath the cylinder sleeve in the main compartment.
Discharging Compressed Air Cylinder
If the cylinder must be discharged for any reason, it may be used for a practice deployment. Simply
deploy the airbag by pulling on the trigger handle.
WARNING: ALWAYS EMPTY CYLINDERS BY DEPLOYING THEM WITHIN THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. EMPTYING CYLINDERS IN ANY OTHER MANNER MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
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