Setup - Mammut ELEMENT Barryvox Reference Manual

SETUP

2. Setup
2.1 Initial Setup
Before you use the device for the first time, remove
the protective foil on the front side and stick the
emergency plan on the back of the battery com-
partment lid.
2.2 Insert / Replace Batteries
Only use alkaline (LR03/AAA) batteries of the same
type. Always insert 3 new batteries of the same
type. In case these batteries need to be removed,
the same 3 batteries or 3 new batteries need to be
reinserted. Never use rechargeable batteries and
always replace all the batteries at the same time.
Make sure the lid is properly closed and that the
device and the batteries stay dry. Periodically
inspect the battery compartment. Clean or dry it, if
needed, since moisture can cause corrosion. Avoid
touching the contacts with your hands.
A reliable power supply is crucial for the safe oper-
ation. Please refer to the detailed instructions in the
Application Safety Guide.
(www.mammut.ch/BarryvoxManual)
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2.2.1 Important Points When
Using Alkaline Batteries
Type LR03/AAA
When storing or not using the transceiver for an
extended period of time (i.e. in the summer),
remove the batteries and leave the battery com-
partment open. The warranty becomes void if bat-
teries have leaked! When reinserting the batteries,
use the same 3 batteries or 3 new batteries.
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2.3 Adjusting the carrying system
Adjust the carrying system to fit your body.
(Chapter «Carrying positions»).
2.4 Handling the Barryvox
As all transceivers, the Barryvox contains shock-
sensitive ferrite antennas. Therefore, you should
handle it with utmost care!
Store the device and the carrying system in a dry
spot that is protected from extreme cold or heat
and direct sunshine.
It is recommended that you have the functionality
tested at regular intervals (see chapter «Periodic
Checks»).
2.5 Interferences
As a matter of principle, avoid having other elec-
tronic devices (e.g. mobile phones, radios, head-
lamps), metal objects (pocket knives, magnetic but-
tons), or other transceivers close to (20 cm in
SEND; 50 cm in SEARCH) your running avalanche
transceiver. Users of pacemakers are advised to
carry the device in a pant pocket, the zipper
must remain closed for the duration of the trip
(without vital data detection). Consult the manu-
facturer's instructions with regard to the impact on
pacemakers.
For professional and institutional use, it is highly
recommended to consult the Barryvox Application
Safety Guide (www.mammut.ch/BarryvoxManual).
When searching, hold the device at a minimum of
50 cm away from these objects and turn off any
electronic devices, if possible.
Be aware that electronic devices used by other res-
cuers may disturb the search. This is equally valid
for mobile phones, therefore it is highly recommen-
ded to switch off phones which are not absolutely
required.
The Application Safety Guide of the Barryvox con-
tains an exhaustive list of allowed equipment as
well as a detailed list of possible limitations.
(www.mammut.ch/BarryvoxManual)
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