Kelty Trail Series User manual

Trail Series
–MORAINE & REDWING-
TRAIL SUSPENSION INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Warnings p. 2-3
Care & Cleaning p. 3
Suspension Features p. 4
Custom Fitting your Pack p. 4-6
Frame Shaping p. 7
Packing Hints p. 8
Kelty Warranty p. 8
INSTRUCTION INDEX
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DO NOT USE A DAMAGED BACKPACK
• DO check the condition of the backpack before each use.
• DO check to assure all buckles snaps, straps, and adjustments
are secure before each use.
• DO NOT use pack if the frame, fabric, straps or buckles are damaged.
• DO NOT use pack if pack is damaged in any way.
• DO NOT leave (store) a pack in direct sunlight. Ultra-violet light
will cause materials to weaken and fade.
• For assistance in repairing your pack or answering any questions,
call Kelty Customer support staff; toll free at 866-349-7225
(866-FIX-PACK).
SAFETY INFORMATION
-IMPORTANT-
• Read, and follow, all instructions before using this backpack!
• Failure to follow these warnings could result in a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided could cause rapid fatigue,
death, serious injury or permanent disability to you or others.
CARE AND CLEANING
1. Brush off loose dirt with a dry brush.
2. As needed, wipe out the inside with
a damp sponge and mild soap.
3. Rinse only, if possible. Use cold
water and a sponge or rinse in a
tub without soap.
4. Machine wash in front-loading unit
(DO NOT use machine with agita-
tor, agitator could cause damage
not covered under warranty) with
cold water and mild soap (Ivory
Flakes, Woolite, Sport Wash, Etc.)
Not detergents.
5. DO NOT soak in soapy water, it
may cause damage to the coated
fabric.
6. Rinse thoroughly to eliminate soap
residue.
7. DO NOT use a dryer, air dry only.
8. Always store in a cool, dry area.
WARNING
THIS BACKPACK MAYAFFECT YOUR
COORDINATION AND BALANCE
• Before use, DO familiarize yourself with the added weight of the
pack and contents.
• DO use a spotter to assist when hoisting pack onto shoulders.
• When strapping items such as skis to pack, be aware that they
can catch on overhead obstructions causing you to lose your
balance and fall.
• DO NOT overload pack, don’t carry more weight than you can
manage.
CAUTION
WARNING
PROTECT YOURSELF
• DO NOT place backpack near a campfire, stove or any open flame.
• Only carry liquid fuel in containers approved for such use and make
sure they are tightly sealed before placing in a pack.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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ZIPPER CARE
1. Keep loose threads
trimmed.
2. Keep free from dirt.
3. Spray periodically with a
non-greasy, non-staining
silicone spray designed
for fabrics.
4. To prevent salt water
corrosion on zipper
pulls, make sure you
rinse with clear water
after exposure.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in property damage.
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CUSTOM FITTING YOUR PACK
CUSTOM FITTING YOUR PACK
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I. Insert an open
hand between
the hook & loop
material in front of
the packbag but
behind the waist-
belt (Figure 2C).
II. Slide the waistbelt
into the desired
position by pulling
up or pushing
down on the
waistbelt (Figure
2D).
III. Re-velcro the
waistbelt to the
backpanel.
Figure 2C
Figure 2D
A. FIRST weight the pack with at least 25 lb.
(35 lb. is ideal).
B. NEXT put the pack on and tighten the waistbelt.
Make sure you place the waistbelt in the proper
location (Figures 2A & 2B).
2. FITTING YOUR PACK
Follow these steps IN SEQUENCE to achieve the best fit
every time you use your pack. Refer to the figure
above to identify pack parts.
Before starting, loosen all load-lifter and belt stabilizer straps.
It is recommended to wear the belt on hip bones, just under the
rib cage. If you still prefer to wear the belt low, add one to two
inches to your torso length measurement. Figure 2A shows both
the preferred placement of the waistbelt and an example of a
belt worn low. The low position is not recommended. Once
positioned correctly, tighten the belt to prevent it from sliding.
(A good rule of thumb is to have the belt buckle approximately
over your belly button.)
Benefits of wearing the belt high on the waist:
• Proper loading of the skeletal frame, further supported by
the two strongest muscle groups in the body: the
quadriceps & gluteals.
• Blood flow & nerves route across the front of the hips;
wearing the belt too low can restrict blood flow causing
muscle fatigue, nerve pinching and possible numbness.
Figure 2A Figure 2B
hip bone
bottom two ribs
shoulder blade
ALUMINUM STAY
provides load transfer,
strength and support.
Curved SHOULDER STRAPS
& padded BACKPANEL
provide comfortable load
support.
Adjustable, padded
WAISTBELT can be used,
tucked away or even
removed for travel.
Adjustable height
STERNUM STRAP
helps stabilize load.
BELT STABILIZER STRAPS
on waistbelt help to
transfer and control load.
1. SUSPENSION FEATURES
The Moraine and Redwing suspension features:
belly
button
recommended
position
low
position
WAISTBELTADJUSTMENT

FRAMESHAPING
CUSTOM FITTING YOUR PACK
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PROBLEM:
Pressure at
bottom of
belt
Bend at lumbar
pad top (X) to
tuck the pad
into the small
of your back.
PROBLEM:
Pressure at
top of back
Flatten the
curve of the
frame where it
bows away
from the back.
PROBLEM:
Gap at top
of shoulder
Add curve to
the frame and
then bend back
the top (X).
PROBLEM:
Need more
headroom
Bend the frame
away from the
head (at X).
HINT: Most bending of the stays can be done over a knee
without taking the stays out of the pack. (Bending and
re-bending the stays won’t hurt them.) Fit your pack with an
average load, wear your hiking boots, and carefully load
your pack with the weight close to your back just like you
would for a trip. Walk around. Use the guide below to
address problems.
HINT: Wearing a pack with wrinkled clothing or seam lumps under
the waistbelt can cause pressure points. Belt loops and
elasticized waistbands are classic sources of discomfort.
3. FRAME SHAPING
If you have answered “discomfort/pressure” see, the
trouble shooting below.
feels great discomfort/
pressure
Area A- Lumbar Pad
(bottom of the belt)
Area B - Shoulder Pad
(top of back)
Area C - Headroom
Figure 2G
When you are walking with weight in the pack, the pack’s
shape should be exactly the same as your back. We put an average
curve into the frame at the factory, but some additional fine-tuning
may be required.
top
mid
bottom
top
mid
bottom
Area C
Area B
Area A
C. OPTIONAL-
Position the sternum strap
(Figure 2E) on your chest, and
pull it snug. The sternum strap
should cross your chest high, just
below your clavicle, so it doesn’t
interfere with your breathing. Some
people find it more comfortable not
to use the sternum strap when breath-
ing hard—especially at altitude.
D. OPTIONAL-
Pull the belt stabilizers just
snug (Figure 2F). If overtightening
them feels good, you might need to
bend more curve into the frame in the
lumbar region. Overtightening causes
gaps between you and the belt. Belt
stabilizers are best left loose for the
first 15-30 minutes of hiking.)
E. When the waistbelt is in the
correct position, walk around
and notice how the pack feels
against your back. The pack
should conform to your back as in
Figure 2G. Use the short evaluation
below to ensure a great fit. Take
notice of any pressure points and
trouble shoot them in the next section.
Figure 2E
Figure 2F

• When balance is crucial for off-trail travel, climbing or skiing, pack
heavy items centered and close to the back.
• The sleeping bag should always go in or on the bottom of the pack.
• Pack clothing and other light gear around heavy items (ie. a stove or
climbing gear) in order to keep them from shifting.
• Items you will need during the day should be packed in the top of the
main compartment, the top pocket, or side pockets.
• Foam pads and odd-sized equipment (such as long tent poles) can be
carried on the outside of the pack. Use the appropriate accessory
patches, ice axe loop, or ski slots for these items.
• Do not put heavy items like water bottles or climbing equipment in
pockets located far from your back.
Hints to keep you comfortable when out on the trail:
LIGHTEST ITEMS
• Sleeping bag
• Pad
• Rain, wind gear
• Bivy sack
• Bulky clothing/ fleece
HEAVY ITEMS
• Water
• Stove
• Fuel
• Food
• Tent poles
MEDIUM ITEMS
• Cooking utensils
• Some clothing
• Some foods
• Tent body and fly
NOTE: If your pack feels like it’s leaning away too much from your
shoulders, you have a weight distribution problem.
PACKING HINTS
KELTY Lifetime Warranty
Kelty takes pride in its workmanship and undertakes to manufacture the best possible products. Kelty products
are covered under warranty, to the original owner, for the lifetime of the product, against defects in materials
or workmanship.
Since no Kelty product is indestructible, Kelty’s warranty does not cover defects attributable to or resulting from
normal wear and tear (ie: exhausted zippers), natural hazard damage (ie: weather, animals, ultraviolet [UV]
damage on tents), abuse or alteration.
All products being returned require a Return Authorization number. Service under our warranty
is available to the original purchaser by returning the product to any authorized Kelty dealer or by contacting
our customer service department at 1-866-349-7225 (1-866-FIX-PACK) for a Return Authorization number.
If, after inspection, we determine that the product is defective, we will repair or replace it at our discretion,
free of charge. If your Kelty product needs service or repair that is not covered under warranty, we will pro-
vide the necessary service at a reasonable charge.
This warranty gives you, the original purchaser, specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which
vary from state to state.
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800.423.2320 • FAX [phone] • WWW.KELTY.COM
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9/2005
4. PACKING HINTS
Loading the pack greatly affects your comfort–follow
the guidelines below for optimum comfort.