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• An AVABAG avalanche airbag cannot prevent
avalanches.
• You should not, in any way, take more risks because
you are using an AVABAG avalanche airbag.
• The function and operating principle of the AVABAG
avalanche airbag is designed to reduce the risk of
burial. However, there are situations in which this is
not possible or is only possible to a limited extent.
• The AVABAG system must be activated manually.
A filled AVABAG cartridge is necessary for correct
activation.
• The AVABAG avalanche airbag requires careful
handling and an exact check to ensure that it is in
proper working order before each use.
• The AVABAG system may only be used in combina-
tion with an AVABAG cartridge.
• The AVABAG system may only be used in combi-
nation with one of the following AVABAG backpack
models: ASCENT AVABAG, ASCENT AVABAG,
ASCENT S AVABAG, FREE RIDER AVABAG and
FREE RIDER S AVABAG. Only when installed
correctly can the AVABAG system reduce the risk
of burial in an avalanche. ORTOVOX excludes all
responsibility or liability if the AVABAG unit is used
in combination with a backpack not listed above.
• ORTOVOX is not responsible for injuries that could
occur as a result of an avalanche during which an
AVABAG avalanche airbag is being worn.
• An AVABAG avalanche airbag is NOT a replacement
for other avalanche rescue equipment (avalanche
transceiver, probe, shovel).
• Any manipulation of the airbag whatsoever is
forbidden and can cause the AVABAG avalanche
airbag to malfunction.
• Maintenance and complete system checks may only
be carried out by the manufacturer. For this you
should take your AVABAG system to your specialist
dealer.
• Store your AVABAG system in a dry place, out of
the reach of children, at room temperature (approx.
°C).
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