Kelty H-Frame Series User manual

KNOWING YOUR PACK
THE H-FRAME is the classic workhorse frame. This frame moves the
waistbelt down, preventing towering loads and providing greater
load transfer to the hips than other frames. The H-Frame tends to fit
people with wider torsos.
Adjustable BACK
PANEL slides up
and down to adjust
for different torso
sizes.
Adjustable height
STERNUM STRAP
for perfect fit.
The H-Frame Series suspension features:
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Contoured WAISTBELT
with plastic reinforcement
for load support.
BELT STABILIZER
STRAPS on waist-
belt help to transfer
and control load.
Adjustable
SHOULDER SRTAPS
adjust to different
widths.
Adjustable height
FRAME customizes
your pack.
H-Frame Series
–TREKKER, YUKON &
JUNIOR TIOGA-
Trekker 4300, Trekker 3900 ST,
Yukon 3500, Yukon 3200 & Junio Tioga 2000
Pack Components 2
Custom Fitting your Pack 3-5
Packing Hints 6
INSTRUCTION INDEX

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3. Once the waistbelt is in the correct position, tighten
the shoulder straps. To tighten shoulder straps pull the
webbing at the lower ends of the shoulder strap down & back.
The top of the load lifter strap should be 3-4” inches above the
top of your shoulder (see Figure 5). (Put a little more load on
your shoulders than you want to end up with.) During this
operation the load-lifter straps should be kept loose.
Figure 5
SHOULDER STRAP POSITION
With the waistbelt positioned correctly and the shoulder
straps as shown below, you have achieved a perfect fit.
If you do not have the
correct shoulder strap
position, you will need
to adjust the suspension
panel and the shoulder
straps as directed in the
following section.
SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT
If the shoulder straps are pinching your neck or
shoulders or feel too wide, you need to adjust the
clevis pin that attaches to straps to the frame.
1. Remove split ring from clevis pin.
2. Slide clevis pin out of frame.
3. Insert clevis pin into desired hole and replace split ring. Repeat
for opposit side.
1. 2. 3.
3-4”
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1. FIRST weight the pack with at least 25 lb.
(35 lb. is ideal).
2. NEXT put the pack on and tighten the waistbelt.
Make sure you place the waistbelt in the proper
location (see Figures 3 & 4).
Follow these steps IN SEQUENCE to achieve the best fit
every time you use your pack. Refer to the figure on
page 2 to identify pack parts.
Before starting, loosen all load-lifter and belt stabilizer straps.
WAISTBELT POSITION
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 3 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:
A. Proper loading of the skeletal frame, further supported by the
two strongest muscle groups in the body: the quadriceps &
gluteals.
B. 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 3 Figure 4
hip bone
bottom two ribs
shoulder blade
belly
button

• For trail walking and gentle terrain, pack heaviest items high
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:
Loading the pack greatly affects your comfort–follow the guidelines
below for optimum comfort.
HEAVY ITEMS
• Water
• Stove
• Fuel
• Food
• Tent poles
MEDIUM ITEMS
• Cooking utensils
• Some clothing
• Some foods
• Tent body and fly
LIGHTEST ITEMS
• Sleeping bag
• Pad
• Rain, wind gear
• Bivy sack
• Bulky clothing/ fleece
NOTE:
If your pack feels like
it’s leaning away too
much from your
shoulders, you have
a weight distribution
problem.
HOW TO PACK
WARRANTY
Kelty products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship
during the product’s lifetime. This warranty does not cover damage due to
normal wear and tear, natural hazard, abuse or alteration. For warranty
service, call the Kelty Customer Service Department at 800-423-2320.
WARRANTY
6235 LOOKOUT ROAD, BOULDER CO 80301
800.423.2320 • FAX [phone] • WWW.KELTY.COM
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VARIOUS STRAPS
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4. Snug the Load-Lifter Straps–
IF APPLICABLE
This lifts the shoulder straps (and the pack’s
weight) off the top of your shoulders. Don’t
allow the load-lifters to pull the shoulder
straps more than 1/2" off your shoulder,
or it will cause pressure points.
5. Position Sternum Strap-
(OPTIONAL)
The sternum strap should cross your chest
high, just below your clavical, so it does-
n’t interfere with your breathing. Position
the sternum strap on your chest. This draws
together and tightens the shoulder straps
so you may want to loosen them slightly.
6. Pull Belt Stabilizer Straps-
IF APPLICABLE (OPTIONAL)
Be wary of overtightening the belt
stabilizers; pull them just snug.
Overtightening the belt stabilizers causes
gaps between you and the belt. Belt
stabilizers are best left loose for the first
15-30 minutes of hiking.)
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT
1. Locate and generously loosen the
vertical strap behind the backpanel.
Hint: Reach behind the mesh panel
from the bottom.
2. Locate the chrome buttons and the
clevis pins on the frame under the
backpanel. Adjust the height of the
waistbelt by removing the clevis pins.
3. Push in the two chrome buttons while
sliding the frame up or down.
4. Replace the clevis pins in holes just
underneath chrome buttons and
tighten the vertical strap.