SWISS+TECH BodyGard ESC Quick Start Manual

BodyGard
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5-in-1 Automobile
Emergency Tool
INSTALL KEY RING BEFORE USING
Optional Visor Clip
• Available for purchase online
at swisstechstore.com
• Replaces standard blade cover
• When clip is attached to front
of visor, tool must be removed
by pushing towards windshield

1. AUTOMATIC GLASS BREAKER

• Pull the BodyGard ® ESC emergency tool away
from the key ring.
• Press barrel firmly against vehicle side window.
• Breaker point automatically deploys to break glass.
• Push out any remaining broken glass to escape.
IMPORTANT: Intended only to break tempered auto-
mobile door window glass during a vehicular accident.
Unit will not break windshields or other windows made
of laminated glass. Use in an emergency only.
DO NOT use for any other purpose. This is not a toy.
Testing of this feature may be performed using a thick
pad of paper or magazine. Place pad of paper on flat
surface, press glass breaking plunger against paper
and push down until steel pin is engaged. A small
indentation will be visible in the paper surface.
Variations in environmental conditions and types of
glass may result in damage to glass breaking pin when
used in an actual emergency. If the glass breaking
feature is used in an actual emergency, please
purchase a replacement BodyGard
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Replacing the Battery

• Using a small Phillips head screwdriver, loosen the
captive screw (screw stays in battery cover) on the
back of your BodyGard ESC emergency tool.
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• Open the battery compartment.
• Remove the old batteries and replace with three new
LR44 1.5V alkaline batteries.
• Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw
gently. Be sure not to over tighten.
Replace
with 3
LR44 1.5V
Alkaline
Batteries
BEFORE USING, REMOVE PULL
TAB TO ACTIVATE BATTERY.
ESC
Battery Door and pull completely out of unit.
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2. SEAT BELT CUTTER

• Pull the BodyGard
the key ring. This exposes safety blade chamber.
• Place and hold outer edge of seat belt strap inside
blade chamber.
• Grasping the tool firmly, pull blade quickly
across strap to cut completely.
NOTE: Intended only to cut seat belt webbing if a seat
belt does not unlatch during a vehicular accident. Safety
blade designed to prevent accidental or intentional
cutting. Blade type permitted on aircraft (carry-on and
checked) per USDHS, TSA Rev. 12-1-2005.
ESC.
This product contains button batteries.
IF SWALLOWED, batteries could cause
severe injury or death in just 2 hours.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
• Always purchase the correct size and grade
of battery most suitable for the intended use.
• Clean the battery contacts and also those
of the device prior to battery installation.
• Ensure the batteries are installed
correctly with regard to polarity (+ and - ).
• Remove batteries if they are spent or if
product is unused for long periods of time.
• Always replace the whole set of batteries
at one time. DO NOT mix old and new.
• DO NOT MIX batteries of different types,
such as Alkaline, Standard (carbon-zinc)
and/or Rechargeable (nickel-cadmium).
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Batteries should be recycled or disposed
of as per state and local guidelines.
Firmly grasp Pull Tab extending out of the
Your BodyGard ESC emergency tool is
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now operational.
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ESC emergency tool away from
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BATTERY WARNINGS:

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Carry your emergency tool on
your key ring so it's always
with you when you need it!
For quick and easy access, you can also attach your
BodyGard ESC emergency tool to your vehicle's rear
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view mirror post or driver-side sun visor arm, and even
add an extra one to the passenger-side sun visor arm.
• High-Carbon Steel Components – long lasting!
• Tough ABS Construction for rugged use.
Built-in QUICK RELEASE for
immediate emergency use.
Grasp the emergency tool firmly, and with a sharp
tug, pull it away from Key Ring.
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3. SONIC ALARM

TO TURN OFF SONIC ALARM –
HOLD BUTTON FOR 2 SECONDS
• Locate the button with the "alarm" symbol on the
front of your BodyGard
• Press once to activate alarm.
• Press again and hold for 2 seconds to turn off.
CAUTION: Device emits loud noise to aid in warding
off attack. DO NOT place near ears.
NOTE: Be sure speaker on back is not obstructed.

4. LED FLASHLIGHT

• Locate the button with the "lamp symbol" on the
front of your BodyGard
• Press 1 time to turn on flashlight.
• Press again 2 times to turn off.

5. RED DISTRESS FLASHER

• Locate the button with the "lamp symbol" on the
front of your BodyGard
• Press 2 times to activate the red distress flasher.
• Press again to turn off.

Limited LIFETIME Warranty

This product is covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty to
the original purchaser in that this product is free from
defects in workmanship and materials. During the
warranty period, this product will either be repaired or
replaced with a product of equal or greater value,
excluding any custom engraving or printing.
Damage through normal wear and tear (including
battery expiration and surface coatings), repair or
alteration, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, improper
storage and handling, fire, negligence, improper
cleaning, circumstances not directly attributable to
manufacturing defects, or act of God is not included.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Simply return your SWISS + TECH
postpaid and insured to:
Swiss + Tech Products
30725 Solon Industrial Pkwy
Solon, OH 44139 USA
US Patents 7,557,720 and D575,182. Made in China.
BODYGARD , MMMMMMMMI
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trademarks of Swiss + Tech Products. Specifications
are subject to change without notice.
©2014 Swiss + Tech Products, Solon, OH 44139 USA
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