Safety precautions for handling pyrotechnic belt tensioners

The safety precautions listed here may be updated if necessary and should always be re-read before performing repair work.

• Testing, removing, installing and repair work may only be performed by qualified personnel.
• When connecting the belt tensioner unit, all mechanical parts (including those of the three-point seat belt) must be properly attached.
• Other than the person performing the work, there should not be anyone in the vehicle.
• Belt tensioner components may be neither opened nor repaired; always use new parts.

• Belt tensioner units which have been dropped from a height of more than 50 cm must not be installed in a vehicle.
• Belt tensioner units which are mechanically damaged (dents, fractures) must be replaced.
• The belt tensioner unit should be installed immediately after removing them from their packaging.
• If the work is interrupted, the belt tensioner unit should again be placed in its packaging.

• Never point open end of belt tensioner at another person.
• Always wash hands after handling belt tensioners which have been triggered.
• Storage and transportation are subject to the legislation for explosive substances.
• It is not permitted to leave the belt tensioner unit unattended.

• The belt tensioner unit must not be treated with grease, cleaning or similar substances, nor may it be exposed to temperatures above 100 ° C, (212 ° F), even for short periods.