G3 ION Operating Instructions

P
Clear ice and snow from this area. Q
Clear ice and snow from this area.
5. TIPS FOR USING THE ION BINDING
clear ice and snow
a. Before every descent, make it your practice to check for and clear
any snow under the toe assembly (P) and heel assembly (Q) prior
to skiing. After stepping into the toe, and before locking the heel
down into ski mode, it's recommended to pivot the boot on the
toe pins a couple of times, to ensure any ice in the boot inserts
gets cut away.
using your pole to clear snow
b. Your ski pole can be used to clear snow from the binding (R).
Note:
Do not scratch the binding while doing this.
switching from tour mode to ski mode
using your ski pole
c. You can use the end of your pole to lever off your boot to switch
the heel from ski tour mode into ski mode (S).
d. To connect the ION leash to its connector on the toe of the bind-
ing, connect the wire loop end of the ION leash by pushing the
loop through the connector. Then pull the carabiner through the
wire loop and snug it up.
Leash connected to binding connector
e. When using the ION leash, clip the carabiner either directly to your
boot buckle, or to the included wire loops which you can girth
hitch to larger boot buckles. When in avalanche terrain, or some-
where you do not want to be leashed-in stow the leash by clipping
it to itself by the leash clip or remove it from the binding.
Girth Hitch to Buckle
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R S
Clear ice and snow from this area. Rotating the heel into ski mode.
Important Warnings
a. The release setting requires a specialized understanding of multiple factors. Adjustments
to release settings should only be made by an authorized dealer. Any improper adjustment
of release setting by any unauthorized person will put the skier at risk of injury and void the
warranty.
b. Any custom modifications to the binding will invalidate the warranty, and could put the skier
at risk of injury.
c. Prior to each use the binding should be checked for any broken parts, correct release
function, and contamination. If anything is defective or broken please return the binding to
an authorized dealer for service.
d. Since skiing has inherent risks, do not overestimate your ability when describing your skiing
level to the authorized dealer who will set your release setting. If in doubt, underestimate
your ability, and return to the authorized dealer to have an increase in retention made.
e. Skiing the G3 ION binding without a ski brake or a ski leash can put others at risk, as well as
risk the loss of the ski and binding. A ski brake alone is not sufficient to protect against the
loss of a ski in deep snow. The use of a ski leash is not recommended in avalanche terrain.
f. Ski touring is a demanding sport in which environmental conditions and terrain can change
quickly and be hazardous. Obtain proper training and rescue equipment before ski touring,
and don't overestimate your abilities. Always make use of all available weather and
avalanche condition information prior to touring. Never ski tour under the influence of any
drug or mind changing substance.
g. Never ski tour alone.
h. Due to the exposure to environmental conditions that are common during ski touring (ice,
snow, water, dirt) the release setting may change. Extended or incorrect storage can also
affect release setting. At the start of each season, the release setting should be checked
using specialized equipment at an authorized dealer.
i. Specialized alpine touring boots with "TECH" inserts are required for use with G3 ION
bindings. Any non compliant boot or excessively worn "TECH" inserts can alter the release
setting. The boot is an integral part of the release system. The release setting should be
checked using specialized equipment at an authorized dealer with the intended boot(s) for
use.
j. During transport, bindings can become contaminated with salt, dirt and other contaminants
that can alter or impair the release function. Cover your bindings during transport to reduce
this risk.
k. Any unintended use of the binding will void the warranty, and could put people at risk.
l. Use only genuine G3 accessories for ION bindings to ensure that the release setting or any
other design feature is not compromised.
m. Do not use a leash when in avalanche terrain.
Boot Compatibility
a. The ION bindings are only compatible with alpine touring ski boots (ISO 9523) with Tech
compatible inserts.
b. Bellowed touring boots or NTN type boots with TECH inserts are not currently supported;
the flex creates an unpredictable release environment.
c. For the most current information, videos and instructions on mounting and using your ION
bindings go to http://www.genuineguidegear.com.
d. For full G3 product warranty details please visit:
http://www.genuineguidegear.com/service/g3-product-warranty.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Models: ION 10, ION 12, ION LT12
1. Toe Assembly
2. Heel Assembly - ION 10 & 12
3. Brake - ION 10 & 12
9.
4. Heel Pins
5. Toe Pin
6. Toe Tour Mode Lever
7. Heel Lift
8. Heel Assembly - ION LT12
9. Leash (ION LT12 Only)
6. 1.
3.
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5.
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