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Belt pre-tensioner - check > < safety belts - general information
Safety measures for belt pre-tensioner
Safety measures for belt pre-tensioner
t  The checking, assembly and repair works must only be performed by specialized technicians.
t  The safety belt pre-tensioner components can never be opened nor repaired. Always use new components (risk of accidents).
t  The safety belt pre-tensioner units that have been subjected to shocks or that have fallen on the ground can no longer be installed in the vehicles.
t  Always replace the mechanically damaged safety belt pre-tensioner units (deformities, tears).
t  Storage and transportation must be in compliance with the legislation on explosive materials.
t  The elimination of non-triggered old components is made by dealers or importers.
t  The triggered safety belt pre-tensioners can be discarded as scrap.
t  The belt pre-tensioner unit must be installed immediately after being removed from the transport package.
t  No impact drills can be used to disassemble the belt pre-tensioners.
t  When the work is interrupted, the belt pre-tensioner unit must be returned to the transport package.
t  The belt pre-tensioner unit cannot be left at an unprotected place.
t  The belt pre-tensioner unit cannot be handled with lubricant, cleaning products or other similar substances, nor may it be exposed to temperatures above 100° C, even temporarily.
t  The pyrotechnic propelling load has no expiration date, i.e., it has unlimited, maintenance-free lifetime.
   

Belt pre-tensioner - check > < safety belts - general information