tech air 5 User manual

USER GUIDE
IMPORTANT READ THIS MANUAL.
CRITICAL SAFETY INFORMATION INSIDE.
v. 1.0

Please read the following important
WARNING and LIMITATION of use notice
carefully:
Motorcycling is an inherently dangerous activity and an
ultra-hazardous sport, which may result in serious personal
injury, including death. Each individual motorcycle rider must
be familiar with motorcycling, recognize the wide range
of foreseeable hazards and decide whether to assume the
risks inherent in such an activity with the knowledge of
the dangers involved and accept any and all risks of injury,
including death. While all motorcycle riders should utilize
appropriate protective equipment, each rider should exercise
extreme care for safety while riding and understand that no
product can offer complete protection from injury including
death or damage to individuals and property in case of fall,
collision, impact, loss of control or otherwise. Riders should
ensure that safety products are correctly fitted and used. DO
NOT use any product that is worn out, modified or damaged.
Alpinestars makes no guarantees or representations,
express or implied, regarding the fitness of its products
for any particular purpose.
Alpinestars makes no guarantees or representations,
express or implied, regarding the extent to which its
products protect individuals or property from injury, death
or damage.
ALPINESTARS DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR
INJURIES INCURRED WHILE WEARING ANY OF ITS
PRODUCTS.

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0. Preliminary Notes 5
1. Introduction 5
2. Principles of Operation 6
3. Tech-Air® Envelope of Protection 6
4. Limitations of Use 9
5. System Overview 10
6. Sizing 12
7. Health and Age Restrictions 12
8. Compatible Garment/garment 13
9. System Installation and Fitting 14
10. Transportation of Objects Inside the Compatible Garment/garment 15
11. Battery Charging 15
12. System Operation 16
13. Display Indications 18
14. Cleaning, Storage and Transportation 19
15. Maintenance, Servicing and Disposal 20
16. Actions in the Event of an Accident 21
17. Tech-Air® App 21
18. Troubleshooting 24
19. Tech-Air® Support 25
20. Certification Information 25
21. Important Information for Users WARNING! 28
0. Preliminary Notes
In this manual the following four presentation styles are used to provide information:
1. Introduction
Dear User, thank you for choosing an Alpinestars Product!
The Tech-Air® 5 System (hereinafter referred to as “System” and/or “Tech-Air® 5 System”) is
an active safety system for mainstream/recreational motorcycling, which offers protection
to a motorcycle user both as a rider or passenger. In the event of an accident or other
triggering event, the System provides complete upper body protection as it covers the user’s
shoulder, chest, ribs and full back, regardless of the type of motorcycle used. The System is
designed to function in both road riding and light off-road riding situations (subject to the
Off-Road limitations indicated in Section 3 below).
Tech-Air® 5 System consists of a standalone vest which is designed to protect from impacts
occurring during an accident. It does not provide any protection against possible abrasion
during an accident, therefore, the System must be always used in combination with an outer
protective garment, compatible with the System (for further information see “Compatible
Garment/garment” in Section 8).
Table of Contents
Provides critical information which, if not followed, may cause injury,
death, System malfunction or non-function, and/or an exaggerated
expectation of the Tech-Air® 5 System’s abilities.
The System, including its components, are technologically advanced
pieces of motorcycling safety equipment and should not be treated
like a normal motorcycle garment. Similar to one’s motorcycle,
the System and its components must be cared for, serviced and
maintained, so that they may function correctly.
The System MUST be used in combination with an outer protective
garment, compatible with the System (Section 8).
It is essential to read this Guide carefully, to understand it completely
and to follow the advice and warnings. If you have any questions
regarding the equipment contact Tech-Air® Support (Section 19).
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Provides useful advice regarding the Tech-Air® 5 System.
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Provides important information regarding the limitations of the system.
Without any additional notice, Alpinestars reserves all rights to, from time
to time, update the software and or the electronic components of the Tech-
Air® 5 System.
Tip:
Provides information related to Tech-Air® App optional functionalities.

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The above parameters are valid for both the rider and passenger.
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2. Principles of Operation
The System consists of an Airbag Control Unit (with built-in sensors) integrated into the back
protector, (Figure 1). The cluster of sensors consists of 3 accelerometers and 3 gyroscopes.
These six sensors monitor the user’s body for shocks or unexpected movements. In the
event the user’s body is subject to a high and/or sudden amount of energy, the System will
deploy. This may occur when the motorcycle is involved in an accident, such as when the
motorcycle collides with another vehicle or object, when the rider loses control or when the
rider falls off the motorcycle.
The System is equipped with a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) device located in the electronic
control unit. The BLE allows the System to connect directly to a mobile phone in order to
receive important information from the System, while also permitting the users to access
a number of other functions (for further information see “Tech-Air® App” in Section 17).
3. Tech-Air® Envelope of Protection
In general, there are three basic factors that determine whether an airbag system will
provide protection to a user:
• Whether the forces experienced by the user during an event (such as an accident) occur
within an area covered by the airbag; and
• Whether the airbag deploys before the user collides with a vehicle, an obstacle or the
ground.
• Whether the airbag deploys before the user collides with parts or accessories of his/her
own motorcycle. For example, mirrors, windscreens or tank bags.
To provide protection to a user, an airbag system must be fully deployed. The deployment
time consists of the time for the sensors to detect the dangerous event, plus the time it
takes to fill the airbag fully with gas, which, for the System is about 40 milliseconds (ms)
maximum. The time to deploy the airbag depends on the type of accident, the type of
motorcycle (e.g. scooter, custom, sports) and the speed involved, amongst other things.
The “Envelope of Protection” is a term used to generally describe situations and/or
circumstances where the System may provide protection denoted as “inside the Envelope”,
and those where it will not, denoted as “outside the Envelope”.
The System protects both the rider and the passenger wearing the System in the event of
an accident or other triggering events; however, like any other product, there are limitations
to the protection it can provide.
The System provides impact protection for those areas where airbag coverage is shown in
Figure 2.
Figure 1 – Sensor Location
Sensors
(Front)
(Front)
(Back)
(Back)
Figure 2
Area of Airbag
coverage
No product can provide complete protection from injury (or death),
or damage to persons or property in the event of a fall, accident,
collision, impact, loss of control or other event.
WARNING!
To connect the System to the mobile phone via Bluetooth, remember to
activate the Bluetooth module within your phone and to download the Tech-
Air® App available at Android Play Store or at Apple Store.
Arrival Speed From 25km/h (15mph)
to 50km/h (31mph)
Impact Angle (Fig 3) From 45° to 135°
Arrival Speed From 25km/h (15mph)
Impact Angle From 45° to 135°
Envelope of Protection for Crashes Where a Motorcycle Strikes a Vehicle or
Obstacle (Figure 3):
The above parameters are valid for both rider and passenger.
Envelope of Protection for Crashes Where a Vehicle Strikes a Stationary
Motorcycle:
The System provides only limited impact protection against forces in
the areas of airbag coverage as depicted in Figure 2. No guarantee is
given that the System will prevent injuries (including severe or fatal
injuries) inside and/or outside the areas of airbag coverage or the
Envelope of Protection.
The System cannot prevent accidents or injuries to the user.
No protective device, including the System, can provide protection
against all possible sources of injury and therefore cannot provide
complete protection against injuries.
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For Tech-Air® 5 System the Envelope of Protection includes crashes against obstacles and
loss of control crashes (commonly referred as ‘low-side’ and ‘high-side’).
IMPORTANT! There are some limitations on the deployment of Tech-Air® 5 System
even inside the Envelope of Protection (like a high impact angle on a crash
against an obstacle, or low impact forces). In general, the System is not
expected to deploy if the impact energy is too low.

50km/h
45°
45°
Figure 3
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Envelope of Protection for Loss of Control Crashes
A Loss of Control Crash often results in the motorcycle falling over during riding. This
commonly happens when tire grip on the roadway is lost during a turn or heavy braking.
Motorcycle Type
The Tech-Air® 5 System can be utilized by riders or passengers on any type of motorcycle,
including electric motorcycles.
Light Off-Road Riding
The Tech-Air® 5 System may be used off-road IN A LIMITED CAPACITY riding on gravel roads
only. For the purpose of using the System off-road, the definition of a gravel road is:
• An unpaved road surfaced with gravel.
• Has a minimum width of 4m (13ft).
• Has no gradients +/-30%.
• Has no ruts, steps or holes greater than 50cm (19.5”) in depth.
Wearing the System is not a substitute for wearing other protective
motorcycling clothing and gear. To provide full potential protection,
the System must always be worn in conjunction with suitable
motorcycling gear and apparel that covers the rider from head to toe,
including a helmet, protectors, boots, gloves, and other appropriate
protective equipment.
Since the System is sensitive to sudden body movements and shocks,
the System is to be used ONLY for motorcycling within the conditions
and limitations delineated above. The System is NOT for use in:
a. Any racing or competitive events;
b. Enduro, Motocross, or Supermoto events;
c. Motorcycle stunts; or
d. Side skidding, wheelies, etc.;
e. ANY non-motorcycling activities.
Due to shocks, movement and/or other input detected and/or
received by the System while in use, although unlikely, the System
may deploy even though there is no crash event.
The System’s working temperature is between -20° and +50° (-4°F
to 122°F).
Do not use the System 2000 meters above sea level as low pressure
may damage the internal battery.
Depending on the motorcycle type, for example a scooter or trials
bike, it cannot be guaranteed that the System will inflate before the
user collides with parts of the motorcycle, or other objects.
Wearing the System is not a substitute for wearing other protective
motorcycling clothing and gear. To offer full potential protection
the System must always be worn in conjunction with suitable
motorcycling gear and apparel that covers the rider from head to
toe, including a helmet, protectors, boots, gloves, jacket, and other
appropriate protective equipment.
The user does not need to be involved in a crash for the System to
deploy. For example, the System will deploy if the user falls while
wearing the System, such as when dismounting from the motorcycle.
These types of “non-riding” deployments are not failures of the
System.
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If the speed of the vehicle is less than 25km/h (15 mph), the System may
not deploy at the time of the collision/crash, but may deploy if the rider or
passenger suddenly falls from the motorcycle after the impact.
Figure 3 outlines the Envelope of Protection where the Tech-Air® 5 System
is expected to inflate before the user’s body contacts an obstacle. At speeds
above 25km/h the System will deploy regardless of the impact angle, but
outside the Envelope of Protection the System may not be fully inflated
before there is contact between the obstacle and the user.
The chances of falling off a motorcycle are notably higher when riding off-
road, particularly when a rider is inexperienced. Even when stopped, a fall
may cause the System to deploy, leaving the user without protection until
the System is returned and recharged (see Section 16).
Tech-Air® App permits user to temporarily disable the System protection if,
for instance, the user is undertaking heavy off-road riding. The System cannot
be turned on again with the App but only by means of simply opening and
closing again the Front Flap.
4. Limitations of Use