TRIB airCap HR User manual
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Thank ou for choosing airCap HR! The following information will help ou get the most out of our
purchase.
Warning!
Rafting and the use of other inflatable watercraft is inherentl dangerous and should onl be
attempted b qualified individuals. Onl operate our watercraft when it is in good condition and
properl inflated. Alwa s check and monitor our watercraft’s inflation pressure with a second
properl calibrated pressure gauge. Alwa s wear a suitable personal flotation device when using
our craft on the water.
Installation and Operation
airCap HR is designed to replace our watercraft’s existing inflation valve cap.
Remove the Existing Cap and Tether
•Remove the existing valve cap. When the tether cord is exposed, untie it and remove it from
the valve bod .
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Attach the airCap HR Tether
•Thread the supplied tether cord on the airCap through one of the holes on the valve bod .
•It ma be necessar to loosen the valve and screw it out to thread the tether into the valve.
This is done using a standard valve wrench.
•After cord is fed through valve bod tie a knot close to the end.
•A double-overhand knot is preferred.
•Pull newl tied knot against valve bod and retighten valve (if loose).
Inflate Your Watercraft
•Inflate our boat or SUP to proper pressure as specified b the manufacturer.
Insert the airCap
•Position the airCap with LCD facing awa from the valve.
•Insert the attachment features into the valve bod .
•Press firml and rotate the airCap ¼ turn, securing it into the valve.
•The make-before-break seal is designed to prevent air from leaving our inflatable while the
airCap is being inserted. Because of this, when inserting the cap, press the cap straight into
the valve and turn.
•More force will be required than is needed for the original valve cap.
Operation
•airCap will displa the inflation pressure whenever a suitable light source is present.
•See “Low Light Conditions” section for more information.
Over Pressure Alarm
•The pressure inside an inflatable will increase with increases in temperature or elevation.
•airCap HR has an alarm setting to warn the user when the watercraft reaches pressures that
ma damage it.
•The alarm pressure is adjustable for each inflatable it is installed on.
•Direct sunlight is required for best performance of the overpressure alarm.
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Setting the Alarm Pressure
•Make sure the airCap is in full sunlight.
•Enter the pressure setting mode b pressing the SET button on the rear of the airCap.
•The airCap displa will flash repeatedl and displa the current alarm pressure value to
indicate that it is in programming mode.
•Press the button within 3 seconds to change the alarm pressure value. Repeat until the
desired pressure value is reached.
•The airCap will return to normal mode if the button is not pressed again.
Setting the Units Displa
•Note: airCap ships pre-programmed with the most common units for our location. It is
unlikel ou will need to change the units unless desired.
•airCap can displa in units of psi, bar, or kPa according to our preference.
•To enter pressure unit programming mode, completel cover the airCap displa and solar
panel for 10 seconds to ensure that it has been powered down.
•With the solar panel still covered, press and hold the programming button and turn the
airCap on b exposing it to full sun.
•airCap will power on and enter unit programming mode. Click the button within 3 seconds to
change the units.
•The current unit choice will flash on the displa . Press the button again within 3 seconds to
select the desired units.
•The airCap will return to normal mode if the button is not pressed again.
Low Light Conditions
•airCap will operate in most light conditions, even when it is cloud or overcast.
•If it is necessar to operate airCap after dark, a headlamp or flashlight will provide enough
light to power our airCap.
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Pressure Range
•airCap will read to pressures of 20 psi (138 kPa, 1.38 Bar).
•Above this pressure, airCap displa s “OP” to alert the user that the watercraft is over
pressure.
•Operation in over pressure condition is not recommended and could damage our airCap and
watercraft.
Cleaning and Maintenance
•airCap is built with rafting in mind, however it is a precision instrument and should be treated
with care.
•Clean our airCap onl with mild soap and water. Do not appl solvents to airCap.
•If watercraft repairs are to be made, it is best to remove airCap for storage in a safe location
before the procedure.
•Avoid abrasive surfaces contacting our airCap, especiall on the lens.
•airCap can be left attached to our watercraft or removed when the watercraft is in storage.
Note: This document subject to change without notice
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