Axon TASER Bolt 2 Energy Weapon User manual

TASER Bolt 2 Energy Weapon
User Manual
Model TS1022
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all warnings and instructions. Save these instructions.
The most up-to-date warnings and instructions are
available at www.axon.com
MMU0080 Rev: A
April 2022
For more cartridges or fresh batteries, go to buy.taser.com

Contents
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1 Chapter 1: Warnings
1Important Safety and Health Information
1LASER Information
3 Chapter 2: Ownership
4 Chapter 3: General Information
4What Is the TASER Bolt 2 Energy Weapon?
4Neuro Muscular Incapacitation (NMI)
4Basic Bolt 2 Electrical Theory
6 Chapter 4: TASER Bolt 2 Energy Weapon and Cartridge Features
6Safety Switch
7Safety Cap
7Safety Cap Leash
9Power Supply
10 Firing Button
10 Spark Duration
11 Electrodes
11 LASER and LED Flashlight
11 The TASER Bolt 2 Cartridge
11 Avoiding Unintentional Discharge
12 ProtectiveAnti-FelonIdentication(AFID)Tags
12 Loading a Cartridge
13 Unloading a Cartridge
14 Practicing with the Bolt 2 Energy Weapon
15 Aiming and Probe Placement
15 Using the Bolt 2 Energy Weapon
15 Deployment Instructions for Self-Defense.
16 “Silence is Golden”
16 PotentialCausesofReducedorNoEectiveness

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16 What if I Miss?
17 Contact Stun Backup
17 TASER Safe Escape Policy
18 Chapter 5: Smart Device Application
18 The Axon Protect Application
18 Installing Axon Protect
19 Uninstalling Axon Protect
19 Stopping False Alarms
19 Using Training Mode
20 Chapter 6: Maintenance and Care
20 General Concepts
20 Function Test
21 Changing the Batteries
22 Chapter 7: Additional Items
22 Troubleshooting
22 Legality
22 Warranty
22 Warnings
23 Medical Research
23 Radio Waves
23 FederalCommunicationsCommission(FCC)Statement
23 Compliance Marks

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Chapter 1: Warnings
Important Safety and Health Information
These safety warnings posted at www.axon.com are for your protection as well as the safety of others.
Disregarding this information could result in death or serious injury.
! WARNING
Read and Obey
SignicantdierencesexistbetweendierentTASEREnergyWeaponmodels.Donotuse
or attempt to use any energy weapon model unless you have read, understood, and are
following all current instructions, warnings, and relevant TASER training materials before
using TASER energy weapons. Failure to do so could increase the risk of death or serious
injury to the user or others.
Obey Applicable Laws
Useofenergyweaponsmustbelegallyjustiedandcomplywithapplicablefederal,state,
and local laws and regulations.
Store in a Secure Location
Energy weapons and cartridges are weapons and, as with any weapon, follow safe
weapon-handling practices and store your energy weapon securely. Store energy
weapons, cartridges, and accessories in secure locations inaccessible to children and
other unauthorized persons to prevent inappropriate access or use.
For a complete list of product warnings, go to www.axon.com.
LASER Information
The energy weapon uses a Class 2 LASER as an aiming aid. LASERs can cause serious eye injury,
including permanent vision loss.

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! WARNING
LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
! WARNING
AVOID EXPOSURE – LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED
FROM THIS APERTURE
! CAUTION
Theuseofcontrolsoradjustmentsorperformanceofproceduresotherthanthosespeciedherein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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Chapter 2: Ownership
Donotpointtheenergyweaponatanylawenforcementocerordoanythingthatwouldcauselaw
enforcementocerstofeelthreatenedbyyouruseoftheenergyweapon.BecausetheTASERenergy
weaponisabletoincapacitateaperson,lawenforcementocersmaybejustiedtouselethalforce
to protect themselves.
Do not give a TASER energy weapon away as a gift or sell it without providing the new owner’s name,
email address, and phone number to customer service at [email protected]. For more information,
see Legality (Chapter7).
TakingaTASER-brandenergyweaponoutoftheUnitedStates(US)withouttheproperexportlicense
isprohibitedbylaw(similarprohibitionsmayexistinothercountries).
Check with TSA or any other relevant agency for the most recent regulations to determine whether
you are permitted to travel aboard a commercial airplane with a TASER energy weapon. Check local
laws to determine whether you may possess or carry a energy weapon in your destination.
It is recommended that you carry the Bolt 2 energy weapon only in a manufacturer approved holster
orcarryingcase.DonotcarryuncoveredBolt2cartridgesinyourpocketsastheycanberedby
electrostaticdischarge(staticelectricity).

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Chapter 3: General Information
What Is the TASER Bolt 2 Energy Weapon?
The TASER Bolt 2 is a self-defense energy weapon manufactured by Axon Enterprise, Inc. TASER-brand
energyweaponsaredesignedtousepropelledwiresordirectcontacttoconductenergytoaectthe
sensory and/or motor functions of the nervous system.
The Bolt 2 energy weapon uses a replaceable cartridge containing compressed nitrogen to deploy two
small probes that are attached to the Bolt cartridge by insulated conductive wires with a maximum
lengthof15feet(4.6m).TheBolt2energyweapontransmitselectricalpulsesalongthewiresand
intothebody,whichifusedsuccessfullywillaectthesensoryandmotorfunctionsoftheperipheral
nervous system to immobilize the body.
The Bolt 2 energy weapon has an estimated useful life of two years.
Neuro Muscular Incapacitation (NMI)
TASER technology is designed to use electrical pulses similar to those in your body’s nervous system
to cause stimulation that aects the sensory and motor nerves. Neuro Muscular Incapacitation
(NMI)occurswhenanenergyweaponisabletocauseinvoluntarystimulationofboththesensory
nerves and the motor nerves to render an attacker temporarily unable to control movement.
It is not dependent on pain and can be eective on subjects with a high level of pain tolerance.
Previousgenerationsof stun gunscouldprimarilyaectthesensorynervesonly,resultinginpain
compliance. An attacker with a very high tolerance to pain (e.g., a drug abuser, person in serious
psychologicaldistress,oratrained,focusedghter)maynotbeaectedbythepainormightbeable
toghtthroughthepainofatraditionalstungun.
AnenergyweaponmaycauseNMIifprobesarewithinsucientproximitytocompleteacircuit,the
probeshaveasucientspread,andanadequatecircuitiscompletedandmaintained.
Basic Bolt 2 Electrical Theory
Electricitymustbeabletoowbetweentheprobesortheelectrodestodeliveranelectricalcharge
and will generally follow the path of least resistance.
Thegreaterthespreadbetweentheprobesonthetarget,generallythegreatertheNMIeectiveness.
Electricity will generally not pass to others in contact with the subject unless contact is made directly
between or on the probes or the wires are touched.
Exposuretowaterwillnotincreasethepowertothesubject(theelectricalchargeisxedinsidethe

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TASERenergyweapon,andwillnotincreasesignicantlyevenwithenvironmentalchanges).
Medicalstudieshavefoundthatmodernpacemakersandimplantedcardiacdebrillatorswithstand
externalelectricaldebrillatorsthatarestrongerthantheTASERconductedenergypulses.Formore
information go to www.axon.com.

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Cartridge Features
Safety Switch
Thesafetyswitchisdesignedtominimizethepossibilityofinadvertentactivationoftheringbutton.
When the safety switch is in the forward position, the energy weapon is ARMED, and an LED illuminates
to indicate power to the energy weapon. Be sure to slide the safety switch all the way forward.
Smart Probe
AFIDs
Safety Cap
Blast Door LASER Sight
Safety Switch Firing Button
LED Flashlight
Battery Door
Safety switch
Safety switch in the
rearward(SAFE)
position
Theringbuttonisnot
illuminated
Safety switch in the
forward(ARMED)
position.
TheLEDonthering
button illuminates
when the weapon
is armed. The
illumination fades after
3–6seconds.

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IftheBolt2safetyswitchisleftintheforward(ARMED)positionformorethan20minutes,thesystem
will shut down to preserve battery life.
Tore-armtheBolt2energyweapon,movethesafetyswitchtotherearward(SAFE)position,then
backtotheforward(ARMED)position.
Safety Cap
The Bolt 2 energy weapon has a safety cap that covers the cartridge for added safety in carrying and
storage.Whenthesafetyswitchisshiftedtotheforward(ARMED)position,thesafetycapispushed
otheweapon.
Tore-placethesafetycap,rstshiftthesafetyswitchtotherearward(SAFE)position.
Be sure to not touch the ring button when putting the safety cap back on the Bolt 2 energy
weapon.
Safety Cap Leash
The optional safety cap leash can keep the safety cap tethered to the Bolt 2 energy weapon while
allowingthesafetycaptobepoppedothefrontoftheweaponwhenthesafetyswitchisshiftedto
theforward(ARMED)position.Theleashattachestothecapandtheweaponwithanadhesive.You
must remove a backing from the adhesive parts of the leash before attaching it to the safety cap and
weapon.
1 Conrmthattheweaponisunloaded.SeeUnloading a Cartridge for more information.
2 Put the safety cap on the energy weapon.
3 Remove the adhesive backing from the wing-shaped part of the leash by pulling on the two
tabs.

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4 Align the top edge of the wings to the Bolt housing.
5 Press the leash to the underside of the weapon, beginning at the center.
6 Press the sides down to the energy weapon. Use the edge of the Bolt housing as a guide.
7 Remove the adhesive backing from the front of the leash.

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8 Press the end of the leash to the safety cap as shown below.
A view of a Bolt 2 energy weapon with the leash applied to the weapon and safety cap. It is
importantthattheleashbeappliedsothesafetycapstillpopsowhenthesafetyisshiftedto
theforward(ARMED)position.
Power Supply
TheBolt2energyweapon’sbatterypackhasenoughpowerforapproximatelyfty30-secondrings
oroneyear(whichevercomesrst).Batterylifecanvarydependingontemperature,environment,
and other factors. The battery pack will deplete faster in colder weather than in warm weather.
Replacement battery packs are available from buy.taser.com.
See Firing Button for information on battery power level indication.
Before a new Bolt 2 energy weapon can be used, a tab separating the batteries must be removed.
Follow these steps:
1 Ensure the Bolt 2 energy weapon is unloaded.
2 Remove the battery door.
3 Remove the battery pack.
Step 2
Step 3

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4 Pull the tab out.
5 Put the battery pack back in the Bolt 2 energy weapon.
6 Put the battery door back on the Bolt 2 energy weapon.
7 Perform the steps in Function Test(Chapter6).
Firing Button
TheringbuttonislocatedbehindthesafetyswitchandisARMEDwhenthesafetyisin
the forward position.
In the event of an unintentional discharge, immediately move the safety switch to
the rearward (SAFE) position to stop the discharge cycle.
When shifting the safety switch to the ARMED or SAFE positions, take care to not touch the
ringbuttoninordertoavoidanunintentionaldischarge.
The LED on the ring button communicates battery and device status. A green LED
indicates a good charge. When the LED is yellow, the battery is getting low. A red LED
indicates the battery is depleted and/or an error in the device. If you replace the batteries
and the LED is still red, contact customer support.
Spark Duration
When the Bolt 2 energy weapon is deployed with a single push of the button, it delivers an approximately
30-second Shaped Pulse energy burst of short-duration electrical pulses. This sparking will continue
for30secondsunlessthesafetyswitchismovedtotherearward(SAFE)position.
Iftheringbuttonispushedasecondtimewhiletheweaponisarcing,theweaponwillstoparcing.
Tostartanewenergycycle,youmustpresstheringbuttonagain.
Step 6
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Iftheringbuttonishelddownforthefull30-secondarcperiod,theweaponwillstoparcingafter30
seconds.Ifnecessary,releasetheringbuttonandpressitagain.
Electrodes
The front of the Bolt 2 energy weapon has two metal electrodes. These electrodes direct the charge to
the electrodes on the cartridge to initiate deployment of the probes. In addition, the electrodes provide
the ability to use the Bolt 2 energy weapon in a contact stun mode as a traditional stun gun.
LASER and LED Flashlight
TheLEDashlightilluminateswheneverthesafetyisintheforward(ARMED)position.Inaddition,the
optional LASER provides assistance for aiming and is the approximate orientation of the top probe.
TheashlightandLASERwillturnowhentheenergyweaponisarcing,andturnbackonwhenthe
arc ends.
The TASER Bolt 2 Cartridge
Fifteen-foot(4.6m)cartridgesareavailablefortheBolt2energyweaponatbuy.
taser.com.TASERBolt2cartridgeshaveaservicelifeof5years.Bolt,Bolt2,C2,
Pulse, and Pulse+ cartridges are identical and will work in any of these energy
weapons.
Avoiding Unintentional Discharge
Never attempt to open or modify a Bolt 2 cartridge. Tampering with a live Bolt 2
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Handle all Bolt 2 cartridges with care. Probes may deploy unexpectedly if exposed to physical shock.
Additionally,theringsequenceforallBolt2cartridgesisdesignedtobeinitiatedbyanelectrostatic
discharge delivered by the TASER energy weapon. This is an important design and functional element
for the Bolt 2 energy weapon and cartridge. However, an electrostatic discharge can come from many
othersourcessuchasrubbingcloth(i.e.,jacketliner)acrossacartridgeinanenvironmentknownto
create static shocks. When an electrostatic discharge, regardless of the source, contacts the front of a
Bolt2cartridge,itispossibleforthecartridgetodischarge(andeventodischargewhennotinserted
intotheenergyweapon).Therefore,avoidcontactbetweenstaticelectricityandtheBolt2cartridge
because static electricity can cause unexpected discharge.
Occasionally,cartridgeblastdoorswillbeknockedothefrontofacartridge.Becausethosecartridges
cannot be relied upon to discharge, Axon recommends disposing of these cartridges. TASER energy
weaponoperatorsshouldnotattempttoreacartridgewithnoblastdoorsonitunlesstheyarefacing
an immediate threat and do not have the time or option to reload. Attempting to deploy a cartridge
with no blast doors could result in a charge being created and held in the wires. Any conductive
material that comes into contact with the front of the cartridge, even after the cycle has ended, could
draw the charge to the ignition pin and deploy the probes.
Protective Anti-Felon Identication (AFID) Tags
Every time a Bolt 2 cartridge is deployed, 20–30 small confetti-like AFID tags are ejected. Each AFID tag
is printed with the serial number of the cartridge. This revolutionary technology allows Axon to assist
law enforcement in arresting criminals who would use our weapons for nefarious purposes.
Loading a Cartridge
Neverplaceyourhands,ngers,oranypartofyourbodyinfrontofthecartridge.Thisisespecially
important when loading or unloading the cartridge. When loading and unloading, always hold the
cartridge on the sides.
1 Point the energy weapon in a safe direction.
2 Shiftthesafetyswitchtotheforward(ARMED)positionandwaitforthesafetycaptopopo
the energy weapon.
3 Shiftthesafetyswitchtotherearward(SAFE)position.

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4 Remove the cartridge cover.
5 Keepingyourhandsawayfromtheblastdoorsandringbutton,placethecartridgeintothe
front of the energy weapon, until is it approximately 90 percent inserted.
6 Conrmthatthecartridgeissecurebygentlypullingonthesidesofthecartridge.
7 Put the safety cap back on the energy weapon.
Unloading a Cartridge
TheBolt2cartridgeisdesignedtoensureasecuretwheninsertedintheBolt2energyweapon.
Theplacementofthewirebundlesbehindtheinsertiontabsaidsinprovidingasecuret.Itmaybe
verydiculttoremoveacartridgewiththewireinplace(thatis,whenthecartridgehasnotbeen
deployed).Toremovealivecartridge,followthesesteps:
1 Ensure that the front of the Bolt 2 energy weapon is pointed in a safe direction.
2 Movethesafetyswitchforwardtocausethesafetycaptopopo.
3 Movethesafetyswitchtotherearward(SAFE)position.Donotplaceanypartofyourhandsor
other body parts in front of the Bolt 2 energy weapon.
4 Depress both tabs until the cartridge releases. Note that it might take two hands to depress the
tabs. Be sure to not press the ring button.
5 Re-install the clear cartridge cover on the cartridge.
Removalofanexpendedcartridgedoesnotrequireasmuchforcebecausethewiresarenolonger

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behind the tabs.
ThecartridgesfortheBolt2energyweaponarespecicallydesignedsothereisno“up”or“down”
position–enablingyoutoquicklyreloadoneinastressfulsituationwithoutworryingaboutputtingit
in upside down.
Practicing with the Bolt 2 Energy Weapon
Axon recommends practicing with your Bolt 2 energy weapon to become familiar with its functions
and how it deploys.
Be aware of your surroundings when deciding where to place your training target. Ensure that the
targethasarmbacking(forexample,cardboardorafoamboard)thatwillallowtheprobestostick
andnotbounceoandstrikeanunintendedpersonorobject.Donotuseawoodenbacking.Donot
place the target anywhere a probe that misses or penetrates the target could cause damage or injury.
Do not discharge Bolt 2 cartridges without using a target. Probes that do not strike a target may recoil
back at you. We recommend using TASER conductive targets available on buy.taser.com and a thick,
penetrable backing.
Safetyrst!AlwaystreatyourBolt2energyweaponasifitwereloaded.
• Never put your hands or other body parts in front of the energy weapon, especially when changing
the cartridges.
• Do not inadvertently point any cartridges at yourself or at anyone when loading.
• Cartridge covers must be removed prior to attempting to load.
• If you are using the Axon Protect application, turn on training mode to avoid false alarms. See Using
Training Mode (Chapter5) for more information.
1 Point your Bolt 2 energy weapon in a safe direction; load the cartridge as described in Loading
a Cartridgewhilekeepingyourngersawayfromtheblastdoors.
2 Point your Bolt 2 energy weapon towards the training target and shift the safety switch forward
to activate the LASER and arm the energy weapon.
3 Aim your Bolt 2 energy weapon at the training target; keep in mind that the LASER is within 2 to
3inches(5to7.6cm)ofthepointofimpactforthetopprobe.Aimatthetarget’scenterofmass
– to improve the accuracy of the bottom probe, avoid canting or tilting the energy weapon .
4 Remember that the bottom probe comes out at an 8-degree downward angle. The bottom
probewilldrop1foot(0.3m)belowthetopprobeforevery7feet(2.1m)thatittravelsaway
fromtheenergyweapon.Standabout10feet(3m)fromyourtarget.Thiswillresultinaprobe
spreadofabout18inches(0.46m).PlacetheLASERhighenoughonthetargetsothebottom
probe will hit the target.
5 Press the ring button once to discharge the cartridge and activate the 30-second cycle.
Remember that you can discontinue the discharge at any time by shifting the safety switch to
therearward(SAFE)position.
6 AftertheTASERdischargecycleends,andthesafetyswitchisintherearward(SAFE)position,
unload the expended cartridge as described in Unloading a Cartridge.
7 Ifnecessary,turntrainingmodeo.

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Aiming and Probe Placement
For most deployments, hold the energy weapon level. Do not tilt the energy weapon unless it is
necessary to align the energy weapon with the attacker.
Normally,aimtheLASERatoneofthelargemusclegroups(centerofmass)suchasthetorsoorthigh
areas, etc.
Avoid head, face, throat, or groin exposure unless your safety or the situation dictates otherwise.
The top probe impacts the target near the LASER beam; however, the probe impact distance from
the LASER beam can vary depending on numerous factors, including, but not limited to the distance,
movement of the user or attacker, and environmental factors.
Besurenottoreatasubjectwhoisover15feetor4.6metersaway(measure15feetor4.6meters
toseehowfarthisis–itwillprobablybefurtherthanyouthink).Ifyoudodeployatsomeonemore
than15feetor4.6metersaway,theprobeswillnothavesucientwiretoreachthemandmayrecoil
back at you.
Using the Bolt 2 Energy Weapon
The Bolt 2 energy weapon is a serious, state-of-the-art defensive weapon and should be treated
accordingly. Although the energy weapon is designed to be as nonviolent as possible in stopping a
combatant, its use can result in injuries, including but not limited to, a probe embedded in an eye or
secondary injuries related to falling.
For a full list of warnings, see www.axon.com.
The energy weapon is to be used only for lawful purposes, including lawful self-defense or in the
defense of others. Check your state and local laws for applicable regulations. Depending on local and
state laws, the Bolt 2 energy weapon may be kept in the house for home protection, or carried in a car,
purse, or backpack for personal protection when away from home. Be sure to research each state’s
applicablelawspriortopossessingortransportingtheenergyweapon(includingthetransportingof
theenergyweaponacrossstatelinesandintootherstateswherelawsmayvary).Foralistofknown
laws related to energy weapons, go to www.axon.com.
An energy weapon is not a substitute for other preventive self-protection actions such as ensuring
doors are locked, and parking in well-lighted areas.
Deployment Instructions for Self-Defense.
1 Remove the Bolt 2 energy weapon from its holster.
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forward(ARMED)position.
3 Aim the LASER beam at the attacker’s body.
4 Shoutverbalcommandsto“getaway,”iffeasible.Itispossiblethatthepersonwilleebased
on the noise and LASER.
5 If you determine that you need to deploy the Bolt 2 energy weapon in self-defense, ensure that
youarewithin15feet(4.6meters)oftheattacker.
6 Presstheringbutton.
7 TheTASERSafeEscape:ImmediatelyputtheBolt2downandescapetosafety.TheTASERBolt2
is unlike most weapons in that it is built for you to escape to safety. After connecting with the
target,theBolt2willcontinuetoadministerelectricityfor30seconds(andifusedproperlyNMI
willcontinuefor30seconds)regardlessofwhetheryouarestillholdingtheweapon.Therefore,
put the Bolt 2 on the ground and run to safety, call police, grab your children, or do whatever
you need to do to ensure your safety with the 30 seconds the TASER Bolt 2 has given you.
8 Assoonasitissafetodoso,call911andreportthespeciclocationofthethreat.
9 See below for the TASER Safe Escape Policy on how to get your TASER energy weapon replaced
for free when used in Self-Defense and left at the scene.
“Silence is Golden”
TheTASERenergyweapon’selectricalcurrentisrelativelyquietwhenbothprobesmakedirectcontact
with a human and an electrical circuit is completed and maintained. In contrast, an open circuit or
some practice conductive targets produce a loud sound when used because the energy is arcing in
theairacrosstheBolt2energyweapon’sxedelectrodes.
Iftheelectricalcurrentisloudduringelddeployment,andthesubjectisnotreactingasexpected,
thecurrentmaybeshortingoutandmaynotbeeective.Deployasecondcartridgeorconsiderother
options in that situation.
Potential Causes of Reduced or No Eectiveness
• Loose or Thick Clothing. If the probes lodge in clothing and are too far away from the attacker,
energyweaponeectivenessisreducedandcanbeeliminated.
• Miss or Single Probe Hit. The electrical current must pass between the two probes in a completed
and maintained circuit. If one probe misses, a second cartridge should be deployed if practical.
Also, using the Bolt 2 energy weapon in the drive-stun mode as described below may also complete
the circuit between the single probe and the energy weapon electrode. You may also consider
upgradingtotheTASERX2orTASER7ProfessionalSeries(availableonbuy.taser.com),whicharea
2-shotdevicesthatreasecondcartridgeimmediatelywithasecondtriggerpull.
• Low Nerve or Muscle Mass. If the probes impact in an area where there is very little muscle mass
(e.g.,thesideoftheribcage),theeectivenesscanbesignicantlydiminished.
• Limited Probe Spread.Smallprobespreads(includingdrive-stun)resultinlittleornoeectfrom
NMI. They will however still function as a pain-control device.
• Wires Break.Ifawirebreaks(e.g.,duringastruggle),thecurrentwillnotowtotheprobes.Contact
stun may still be available.
What if I Miss?
The LASER sight is an extremely valuable aid for proper aiming. However, there is always the chance
for a missed shot, especially in a dynamic, stressful situation, and you must be prepared to take
alternativeactionstoprotectyourselfincaseofamissedshotorreducedeectiveness.Intheevent

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that you shoot and miss, you can also use your Bolt 2 energy weapon as a direct contact stun device,
which is designed for pain compliance.
Contact Stun Backup
ContactStunistheuseoftheTASERBolt2asastungun,ratherthanbyringprobes.Youcancontact
stuneitherwithanalreadyredcartridgeorwithoutacartridgeinstalled.Probedeploymentisusually
considered more desirable if incapacitation is the desired objective, even at close range, because the
drive-stun is only a pain-compliance use.
Whenusingthecontactstun,pushtheringbuttonandpush(drive)thefrontoftheenergyweapon
rmlyagainstthebodyoftheattacker.Simply“touching”theBolt2energyweaponagainsttheperson
isnot sucient.The subjectis likelyto recoiland tryto getaway fromthe stunelectrodes. If the
drive-stunisnoteective,evaluatethelocationofthedrive-stunandconsideranadditionalcycleto
adierentpressurepoint.
TASER Safe Escape Policy
Do not hesitate to place the Bolt 2 energy weapon on the ground and leave it at the scene of the
attempted assault. At Axon, we value your life more than a piece of plastic and metal. If you successfully
deploy your TASER Bolt 2 to defend yourself, leave it at the scene and take advantage of the 30 seconds
to escape.
AxonwillreplacetheTASERBolt,Bolt2,C2,TASER7,X26C,M26C,Pulse,Pulse+,X2,orX26Penergy
weapon free of charge, with the same product or a like product, at Axon’s option, if the Purchaser
provides,within oneyearfollowingtheevent,thefollowinginformationtoAxonEnterprise,17800
North 85th Street, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255 Attn: Customer Service:
• acopyoftheocialpolicereportdocumentingtheincidentandthelossoftheproduct;
• proofofpurchaseoftheproduct(receipt,purchaseorder,orinvoice);
• check or a credit authorization for the shipping and handling fees; and
• purchaser’sname,physicaladdress(noPOBoxesallowed),andphonenumberofwheretosend
the replaced item.
Purchaser is responsible for any expedited shipping or handling costs for the replacement energy
weapon. A replacement product assumes the remaining warranty of the original product or 90 days
from the date of replacement, whichever provides longer coverage to the Purchaser.
TASERSafeEscapeisnotavailableorapplicable:(a)onanyinternational(Non-UnitedStates)salesor
usesofTASERCitizenProducts;or(b)toanyPurchaserwhousestheenergyweaponforacommercial
purpose.