SWORD Defense Tandem Airdrop Barrel Operator Manual by SWORD International

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Air Force Military Tethered Tandem Barrel System (MTTB) Operators Manual / Safety / Maintenance

SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB

S.W.O.R.D. International, Inc. 610 E. Glendale Avenue Sparks, NV 89431 775-343-1090 Specifications and models subject to change without notice. May 2021

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB SPECIFICATIONS AND MATERIALS Main Barrel System Impact Dissipating Material Proprietary Material Strapping system and Push Handle Metal Components & Fasteners

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS MTTB Main Barrel Assembly Lid Assembly Base Cap Assembly Below Payload Barrel Assembly Wheel Carriage Tie Down Strap Swivel Push Handle Assembly Main Strap Assembly Fall Force Absorber Assembly Impact Dissipating Material Disc

SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB PRODUCT NUMBERS AND QUANTITY SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ACCESSORY SUSTAINMENT PACKAGE PRODUCT NUMBER & QUANTITY SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB SUPPLIED AND INSTALLATION

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Equipment Needed for Installation

SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Main Strap Installation Preparation Main Strap Installation Base Cap Installation Payload Barrel Strap Installation Payload Impact dissipating disc installation Payload Barrel Installation Main Barrel Lid Installation Main Barrel Cross Strap Assembly Instigation Main Strap Riser Installation Swivel Installation Fall Force Absorber Installation Riser Preparation Push Handle installation Aircraft Installation Tether Connection Installation Wheel Carriage Installation

SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB AND SI-PFB-20-01-ASP WARRANTY SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB AND SI-PFB-20-01-ASP COMPONENTS CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning of all Plastic Barrel Components Cleaning of all Metal Barrel Components Cleaning and Care or all Nylon Barrel Components Storage of all Barrel Components

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB SPECIFICATIONS AND MATERIALS The most advanced Multi-mission Tandem/Airdrop Barrel system available. Built from the ground up to increase warfighter safety, decrease build up and packaging time, and improve predictability of aerial delivery.

MAIN BARREL SYSTEM • 31in (79 cm) in diameter and 60 in (152 cm) in height uniform and cylindrical in shape • Cross-Link Polyethylene • Available in a variety of subdued colors, no reflective surfaces • Max suggested training payload - 600 lbs. (272 kg) Wheels: • 3" X 2.8" Wheel with nylon bushing with .5" bore 80A Black Polyurethane

IMPACT DISSIPATING MATERIAL • Multiple-use internal payload impact dissipating material

PROPRIETARY MATERIAL STRAPPING SYSTEM AND PUSH HANDLES • All Nylon Straps MILSPEC Type 7 Tensile Strength: 6000 lbs. (2722 kg)

METAL COMPONENTS & FASTENERS •

306 Stainless Steel Lid Gasket

• .375-inch Silicone Gasket • Water and dust intrusion resistant (IP67)

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION MTTB MAIN BARREL ASSEMBLY 1.

Lid Assembly

Main Barrel Assembly

Base Cap Assembly

Wheel Carriage Assembly

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION MTTB LID ASSEMBLY 1.

Pressure Relief Valve

Palm Bolt with Bolt Retainer Lanyard & Washer

Lid

Gasket

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION MTTB BASE CAP ASSEMBLY BLOW 1.

Base Cap

Phillips Head Bolts and Washer

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION PAYLOAD BARREL ASSEMBLY 1.

Payload Barrel With Lid

Webbing Lift Loop

Payload Barrel Straps

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION WHEEL CARRIAGE 1.

Axels

Wheels

Washers

Cotter Pins

TIE DOWN STRAPS 1.

Tie Down Straps

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION SWIVEL 1.

Swivel

PUSH HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1.

Push Handles

2 x Allen Head Bolts 5/16

2 x Washers

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION MAIN STRAP ASSEMBLY 1.

Risers

Main Barrel Straps

Cross Strap Assembly

4 x Delta Rings

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB ASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION FALL FORCE ABSORBER ASSEMBLY 1.

Fall Force Absorber System

Fall Force Absorber Replaceable Insert

IMPACT DISSIPATING MATERIAL DISC 1.

Impact Dissipating Material Disc

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB PRODUCT NUMBERS AND QUANTITY SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB Air Force Military Tethered Tandem Barrel System (MTTB) ITEM

PRODUCT NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

SI-PFB-31-60-01000

Main Barrel (With Wheel Carriage and opposite side Flat Receiver)

SI-PFB-31-60-01010

Push Handle Straps and Hardware x 2

SI-PFB-31-60-01020

Rigging Retention Strap and Hardware

TIE DOWN RING ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-01014

Attaches to the main body side mounting pads. Allows complete assembly to be strapped down in vehicle

LID ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-02000

Lid and Hardware

BASE CAP ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-03000

Base Cap and Hardware

WHEEL CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-04000

Wheel Carriage, Wheels, Axels and Hardware

MAIN STRAP ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-05000

Main Straps Complete and Connection Hardware

MAIN STRAP SWIVEL 10K

SI-PFB-31-60-05004

10k Swivel eye and Shackle

SI-PFB-31-60-07000

Payload Container with Straps Complete and Connection Hardware

SI-PFB-31-60-07004

Impact Dissipating Material

MAIN BARREL PUSH HANDLE STRAP ASSEMBLY RIGGING RETENTION STRAP ASSEMBLY

PAYLOAD CONTAINER ASSEMBLY IMPACT DISSIPATING MATERIAL

SI-PFB-20-01-ASP ACCESSORY SUSTAINMENT PACKAGE PRODUCT NUMBERS AND QUANTITY SI-PFB-20-01-ASP Air Force MTTB Accessory Sustainment Package ITEM

PRODUCT NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

PUSH HANDLE STRAP SYSTEM

SI-PFB-31-60-01011

Push Handle Strap System and Hardware x 2

LID GASKET

SI-PFB-31-60-02006

Watertight Gasket for Lid

BASE CAP ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-03000

Base Cap and Hardware

WHEEL CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-04000

Wheel Carriage Wheels, Axel, Pins and Hardware

MAIN STRAP ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-05000

Main Straps Complete and Connection Hardware

MAIN STRAP SWIVEL 10K

SI-PFB-31-60-05004

10k Swivel eye and Shackle

PAYLOAD CONTAINER ASSEMBLY

SI-PFB-31-60-07000

IGI GRAVITY FORCE ABSORBER (GFA)

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Payload Container with Straps Complete and Connection Hardware Gravity Force Absorber replaceable inserts

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB SUPPLIED FOR INSTALLATION Check Box

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION 5/16 Allen Wrench

Phillips Head Screwdriver

Crescent Wrench

Needle Nose Pliers

Rubber Mallet

8ft 550 Cord - 2 washers tied into the end of the 550-cord length 4 X ( 5/16” x ½” )Washers

Blue Loctite

Paper Tape

Retainer Bands

Duct Tape

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MTTB MAIN STRAP INSTALLATION PREPARATION □ Philips head screwdriver

1. Remove Main Barrel Lid (Toolless Palm Bolts)

2. Remove Payload Barrel

3. Remove Payload Impact dissipating Disc

4. Turn Main Barrel over (On parachute packing mat/or another padded surface) 5. Remove the eight bolts/washers from the Base Cap

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MTTB MAIN STRAP INSTALLATION □ Paper Tape Required □ 8ft 550 Cord Length Required □ 2 Washers tied into the end of the 550 Cord Length 1. Check main straps, risers and delta rings for serviceability

2. Use paper tape to flatten delta ring attachment loop

3. Use paper tape to attach 550 cord to the end of one of the legs of the main strap system

4. Drop washer end of the 550 cord into the main strap channel until it can be pulled out of the top of the strap channel

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MTTB MAIN STRAP INSTALLATION - CONTINUED 5. Pull the main barrel strap, delta ring loop down, through the channel until the delta ring loop is pulled through the main barrel strap channel top opening

6. Remove paper tape and place delta ring through the delta ring loop

7. Place cross strap length through the Delta ring before tightening the Delta ring gate - Hand tighten as you will need to attach the risers after all 4 main barrel straps are in place with delta ring

8. Repeat above steps for the remaining 3 main barrel straps in a clockwise/counterclockwise direction (do not cross install)

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MTTB BASE CAP INSTALLATION □ Philips head screwdriver

1. Replace Base Cap - Hand tighten all eight blots and washers

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PAYLOAD BARREL STRAP INSTALLATION □ Duct Tape

Slide Payload Barrel Straps over base of Payload Barrel using the 4 legs of the harness

Fit will be tight, so work them around and down one leg at a time

When cross strap is tight across the base of the Payload Barrel place duct tape on all four straps where they pass over the edge of the Payload Barrel

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PAYLOAD BARREL STRAP INSTALLATION - CONTINUED 4.

Turn Payload Barrel over and route Lift Loop through the four loops of the Payload Barrel Straps • The Lift Loop is designed to place over a fork of forklift or hook in order to lift the Payload Barrel into the Main Barrel

Place Payload Barrel Lid on top of Payload Barrel

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PAYLOAD IMPACT DISSIPATING DISC INSTALLATIONS

Place Payload Impact Dissipating Disc inside base of Main Barrel

PAYLOAD BARREL INSTALLATION 1. 2.

Lift Payload Barrel into Main Barrel S-Fold Payload Barrel Straps neatly as low profile as possible to prevent interference with Main Barrel Lid

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAIN BARREL LID INSTALLATION 1.

Wipe Main Barrel Lid Gasket with a dry clean rag and check gasket for serviceability

Place Main Barrel Lid on top of Main Barrel

Line up openings on Main Barrel Lid with the Main Strap Channel Openings

Secure Palm Bolts in a cross pattern similar to installing a car tire • Hand Tighten all eight Palm Bolts • Make sure circumferential contact is made with top of Main Barrel and Lid Gasket

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAIN BARREL CROSS STRAP ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION □ Paper Tape Required □ Retainer Bands 1. Place Cross Strap Assembly in center of Main Barrel Lid

2. Run ends of Main Barrel Straps through the friction adapter on the Cross Strap Assembly and tighten (pull) using one person at opposite sides of the barrel pulling on opposing ends

3. Tighten evenly keeping Cross Strap Assembly in the center of the Main Barrel Lid • Tighten until no slack can be pulled through the friction adapters • When Cross Strap Assembly is centered the cross at base of Main Barrel, beneath the Base Cap will also be centered 4. Re-check tightness of Palm Bolts - Repeat as needed 5. Run strap ends through the strap keepers 6. S-Fold the Straps and secure with paper tape and/or retainer bands

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAIN STRAP RISER INSTALLATION □ Crescent Wrench

Check main strap risers for serviceability

Open the gates of the delta pin

Hold Riser Buckle at apex of Risers and remove twists

Route the four Riser Loops through the open gate of the four Delta Rings

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Tighten Delta Rings gate with a Crescent Wrench hand tight plus a quarter turn **Strap should be checked for damage regularly by removing Main Barrel Base Cap and visually inspecting for signs of wear at the contact points

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SWIVEL INSTALLATION □ Allen Wrench

Remove both Swivel Pins using a 5/16 Allen Wrench

Place Riser Buckle into Swivel opening, gold band down

Replace Swivel Pin (hand tight with Allen Wrench) • Place four 5/16 x ½” washers, 2 on either side of the Riser Buckle opening

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FALL FORCE ABSORBER INSTALLATION □ Allen Wrench

Remove both Swivel Pins using a 5/16 Allen Wrench

Place Fall Force Absorber Delta Ring into Swivel opening

Replace Swivel Pin (hand tight with Allen Wrench

PLEASE SEE FALL FORCE ABSORBER INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE AND ASSEMBLY

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Barrel Weight 400lbs< = 3 Fall Force Absorber Replaceable Inserts

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Barrel Weight 400lbs> = 2 Fall Force Absorber Replaceable Inserts

Fall Force Absorber Insert

FALL FORCE ABSORBER REPLACEABLE INSERTS SHOULD BE REPLACED AFTER EACH JUMP

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS RISER PREPARATIONS □ Paper Tape Required □ Retainer Bands 1.

S-Fold and use tape and/or retainer bands to secure straps to prevent trip hazards on aircraft and damage to strap system

Place Swivel through the retainer band keeper on the top of Main Barrel between Push Handles

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PUSH HANDLE INSTALLATION □ Allen Wrench □ Blue Loctite 1.

Using a 5/16 Allen Wrench push the bolt provided with washer and push through the hole in the push handle • Burnt side hole will be slightly larger making passing the bolt through easier

Once through place a small drop of blue Loctite onto the threads of the bolt where it will make contact with the threaded insert on the side of Main Barrel Using the Allen Wrench hand tighten the bolt, washer and handle in place ending with the handle pointing up towards the top of the Main Barrel

Repeat these procedures on second Push Handle

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AIRCRAFT INSTALLATION A BLOCK OR CHOCK MUST BE PLACED AT THE TOP OF THE BARREL SYSTEM ABOVE THE WHEEL CARRIAGE BETWEEN THE BARREL AND THE DECK OF THE AIRCRAFT

FAILURE TO PLACE A BLOCK IN THIS POSITION PRIOR TO SECURING BARREL SYSTEM IN AIRCRAFT CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE WALL OF THE MAIN BARREL AND VOID OF WARRANTY 1.

Two Tie Downs included in with Main Barrel System are intended to be the last straps released at the one-minute call when the Tandem Master takes the load prior to exit

The Barrel System should be secured in accordance with Load Master rules and regulations (Up, Forward and Aft)

TETHER CONNECTION INSTALLATION □ Allen Wrench □ Crescent Wrench

With Fall Force Absorber System •

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Connect Tether Carabiner to Barrel System at the Fall Force Absorber System’s Delta Ring with Pin installed and tightened with Allen Wrench • Tighten Fall Force Absorber System Delta Ring gate with Crescent Wrench If Carabiner is too large to attach with the Swivel Pin installed, remove Swivel Pin and connect to Tether Carabiner, reinstall Swivel Pin and tighten with Allen Wrench

Without Fall Force Absorber System •

Connect Tether Carabiner to Swivel

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WHEEL CARRIAGE INSTALLATION □ Needle Nose Pliers □ Rubber Mallet □ Philips Head Screwdriver 1.

Use Needle Nose Pliers to bend cotter pins straight

Remove cotter pins

Use Rubber Mallet with Phillips Head Screwdriver (as needed) to push axels out

Remove wheels

Repeat above process for all five axels

Install new axels and wheels

Place washers provided at either end

Install cotter pins

Bend ends in a clover leaf around axels to secure

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB AND SI-PFB-20-01-ASP WARRANTY AIRCRAFT INSTALLATION EXCEPT FOR ANY LIMITED WARRANTY THAT MAY BE SET OUT, SWORD GRANTS NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY STATUTE OR OTHERWISE, REGARDING THE PRODUCTS OR RELATED MATERIALS, THEIR FITNESS FOR ANY PURPOSE, THEIR QUALITY, THEIR MERCHANTABILITY, OR OTHERWISE. SWORD warrants products manufactured by SWORD to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve (12) months from date of shipment, unless specified otherwise, subject to the following conditions: SWORD's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at SWORD's option) products that have been returned prepaid to SWORD. SWORD will return warranted equipment by carrier (at SWORD's option), prepaid. This warranty shall not apply to any SWORD's products that have been subjected to modification, misuse, neglect, accidents of nature, or shipping damage. Batteries are not warranted. Under no circumstance will SWORD reimburse the claimant for costs incurred in removing and/or reinstalling equipment. This warranty, and SWORD's obligation thereunder, is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of suitability and fitness for a particular purpose. SWORD is not liable for consequential damages. FACTORY REPAIR: PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE RETURNED WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION (RMA) BY THE FACTORY. Inspection and Warranty of Supplied Parts SWORD shall warrant that all Products delivered pursuant to this Agreement perform in accordance with the applicable documentation for the applicable warranty period. Customer is responsible for shipping charges when returning product to SWORD for warranty repairs. SWORD will pay for shipping charges when returning the product to the customer if it is determined that the damage is covered under warranty. If an item, assumed to be covered under warranty, is returned to the manufacturer and it is determined that the item has been damaged out of the scope of warranty, then Customer will be invoiced for the replacement and or repair of the item in question. For Out-Of-Warranty repairs, Customer is responsible for all shipping charges, and is required to provide with their preferred shipper and account information for the return.

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB AND SI-PFB-20-01-ASP COMPONENTS CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING OF ALL PLASTIC BARREL COMPONENTS 1.

Made from High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), a recyclable plastic that will never need to be painted or stained. It will not rot or splinter, and it contains an added UV protective agent to resist fading. The Barrel material is not affected by most corrosive substances and will not promote bacterial growth. It is Flame retardant (although when exposed to direct open flame it will melt), chemical resistant and will not absorb water.

To clean all plastic components in the system, clean it after each use with soap and water. • Use only nonabrasive soaps, such as a mild dishwashing detergent. • In extreme situations spray the furniture thoroughly with a nonabrasive cleaner then scrub the furniture using a soft bristle brush and rinse it off with warm clean water. • If needed spray the furniture with nonabrasive cleaner and wash it using a high-pressure washer. DO NOT PLACE THE TIP OF YOUR PRESSURE WASHER CLOSER THAN 8”12” FROM THE COMPONENTS, AS IT COULD SCAR THE MATERIAL

DO NOT PLACE HOT ITEMS DIRECTLY ONTO PLASTIC COMPONENTS TO AVOID MELTING

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB AND SI-PFB-20-01-ASP COMPONENTS CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING OF ALL PLASTIC BARREL COMPONENTS •

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The stainless-steel hardware used is highly corrosion resistant; however, in extreme conditions such as coastal areas, while less likely to rust, it is still recommended to regularly rinse it with fresh water to ensure the longevity of your system and fasteners. All fasteners molded into or used to attach components onto will be stainless steel with most fasteners being chrome plated. Grab these Tools: o A toothbrush (or any other stiff bristled brush) o Hot soapy water (a “mild” dish soap is perfect: no bleach/chlorine/degreaser added) o Compressed air (compressor, canned air, or your lungs and lips) o A lubricant* (more details of types of lube below) o A rag or your roommate’s shirt (for excess lube) Soak and scrub/brush the carabiner in hot soapy water. o Make special note to scrub around the gate, rivets and springs. o Soaking time should be limited to whatever it takes to loosen the dirt/grime (2-30 minutes). o “Hot water” is a relative term; ideally, it is as hot as you can handle without burning yourself. The hot water is your best bet for removing a lot of grit—lube does not remove grit. o Never boil a carabiner in water, unless you can ensure it does not lie against the bottom of the pot while boiling, becoming hotter than the boiling water. o Burst some compressed air in the holes to remove any remaining particles. ▪ An air compressor air is ideal, but not essential. Canned air is second best and even using your mouth could have a positive effect. ▪ You could skip step 1 if you had compressed air and it might remove all the dirt. ▪ Without added air, a wet metal component will take at least an hour to fully dry. Once completely dry, lubricate the gate/rivet/spring/lock area, making sure to wipe off any excessive lube. o For best results use room temperature lube. o Always use a minimal amount of lube to avoid buildup (especially with wax-based lubes), waste, and to avoid extra cleaning. o To get rid of extra lube you may need to rinse the component in water if a rag does not do the job. o Do not use any tools to pry open a space where the rivet is to help lube penetration.

Top Lubricant Options • Wax-Based (Metolius Cam Lube, White Lightning–found in bike shops) • Teflon-based (Tri-Flow–found in bike shops) • Wipe component surfaces clean and dry after application

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SI-PFB-20-01-MTTB AND SI-PFB-20-01-ASP COMPONENTS CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND CARE OF ALL NYLON BARREL COMPONENTS 1.

Wipe off any excess dirt or grime on the nylon webbing with a damp cloth or sponge.

Mix a small amount of mild dish detergent with warm water. Dip the sponge in the mixture and wring out the excess liquid.

Scrub the nylon webbing with the sponge in a back-and-forth motion. Rinse the sponge in the

soapy water as necessary, wring it out and start scrubbing again. 4.

Rinse the nylon webbing with clean water. IF YOU CANNOT PHYSICALLY REMOVE THE NYLON WEBBING TO GET IT INTO THE SINK TO DO THIS (MAIN BARREL STRAPS, FOR EXAMPLE), RINSE YOUR SPONGE IN CLEAN WATER AND GENTLY SCRUB THE WEBBING TO RINSE IT. REPEAT UNTIL THE WEBBING IS THOROUGHLY RINSED.

Towel dry as best as you can and then hang up the nylon webbing to air dry.

Do not place it in the sun or near any fumes as that can cause unseen damage and eventually weaken the nylon webbing.

STORAGE OF ALL BARREL COMPONENTS 1.

Store all components (and everything else you care about) away from corrosive materials or chemicals, but it is also important to be aware of the damage that can be caused by humidity and salty ocean air. Humidity could even occur in dry-air regions when you dump all your damp outdoor clothing next to or on top of your gear. Storage in a temperature/humidity-controlled storage location is suggested.

Ideally all nylon and hardware should be hung up and allowed to air dry, it is worth noting that this out-in-the-open space is prime for collecting dust, especially if the gear does not move for a while. Storing gear inside containers, in a closet, isolated from significant temperature swings and UV from sunny windows, is your safest bet.

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