bca FLOAT Manuel D'utilisation page 13

Using the Avalanche Airbag
Float 32: Place reservoir in main compartment and hang from Velcro loop (a) located inside. Feed
hydration tube through the corner opening (b) on the opposite side of where the trigger cable enters the
main compartment. Open airbag compartment and unfold airbag. Route the hydration tube through the
airbag compartment and into the shoulder strap opening (c) that does not contain the airbag trigger. Before
repacking airbag, make sure the hydration tube is threaded under the airbag and ejector assembly to
eliminate any obstruction during deployment.
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Helmet Carrying
Float 22: The mesh helmet sling attaches to the four loops on the front of the pack.
Float Throttle: Helmet sling is not included, but pack contains helmet carry loops compatible with the
helmet sling included with other models.
Float 32: Helmet sling is permanently fixed on the front of the pack and is integrated into the sling storage
compartment under the BCA logo. Pull out the sling and attach clips to lower two loops, or upper two loops
if using the diagonal ski carry option.
Deployment
When traveling in avalanche terrain, unzip the pocket where the trigger handle is
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stored (see image on right). In case of an avalanche, pull the trigger handle quickly
in a downward motion, reaching across your body with the hand opposite the trigger.
Try skiing or riding to the flanks of the avalanche to escape the debris. When the
avalanche slows down, preserve your airway by covering your mouth with your hand
or elbow.
What to Expect
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The airbag should exit the backpack and fill completely in approximately three
seconds. The airbag will continue to build pressure for a few seconds longer until
the system pressure equalizes. The airbag will hold air for several minutes until the
threat of an avalanche has passed.
After Deployment
Release the air from the airbag by pressing the release valve with your finger.
The valve is located underneath the orange release valve cover . Do not use hard or sharp objects
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to hold the release valve open, as they could damage the valve-sealing surface. Re-pack the airbag
into the airbag compartment. See "Packing the Airbag" below for details.
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