Black Diamond RECON LT Manuel D'instructions page 8

2.2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND OBLIGATIONS
The following safety rules and obligations apply in general for using the BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT:
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The BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT must only be used in perfect condition.
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It is forbidden to alter or change the BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT without the written permission of Black
Diamond Equipment.
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Do not attempt to repair damage or malfunctions without authorization. Instead, contact our support,
who will tell how to proceed. The BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT must not be used until the
damage/malfunction has been repaired.
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The safety and operating instructions in the operating manual must be followed at all times.
2.3 INTERFERENCE WARNINGS
All avalanche beacons are very sensitive to electrical and magnetic influence. Black Diamond beacons are
designed to minimize interference, but it is the user's responsibility to follow some basic best practices:
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Avoid carrying unnecessary electronics.
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Maximize distance between the beacon and any sources of electronic, magnetic, and metallic
interference (such as phones, smart watches, radios, heated garments, and electronic airbags.)
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A minimum distance of 20 cm for a beacon in SEND mode, and 50 cm in SEARCH mode is recommended.
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When in SEND mode, carry the beacon on the front side of your body.
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When in SEARCH mode, maximize distance by holding the beacon in a partially outstretched arm in front
of your body.
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Advanced planning should be considered to ensure that smart watches, heated gloves, and similar items
that are likely to remain very close to a searching beacon are kept at least 50cm away.
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All device firmware should be kept current.
2.4 RESIDUAL RISKS | WARNINGS
Even though the BLACK DIAMOND RECON LT has been designed with maximum care and all safety-related facts
have been taken into consideration, residual risks may exist and must be evaluated by means of a risk
assessment. All residual risks and warnings from the risk assessment are listed in this chapter.
DANGER Risk of device loss
Always carry the device in the included carrying system! Always have the device cord-secured!
DANGER Risk of a not transmitting device due to enabled Bluetooth
The Bluetooth mode is used for device management and training mode only! Never use the
Bluetooth mode in avalanche terrain!
DANGER Risk of battery explosion due to improper battery types or damaged batteries
Only use batteries of type "1x Alkaline (AA) LR06 1.5 V or 1x Lithium (AA) FR06 1.5V"
Never use damaged batteries!
The use of Lithium batteries must be confirmed in the PIEPS APP!
DANGER Risk of incorrect battery capacity reading due to improper battery types
Only use batteries of type "1x Alkaline (AA) LR06 1.5 V or 1x Lithium (AA) FR06 1.5V "!
The use of Lithium batteries must be confirmed in the PIEPS APP!
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