2) assistance intervention

For the withdrawal from and depositing in the storage area an incoming and outgoing register must be kept.

Fragile. Handle with extreme caution. Do not drop.

If the Air Bag control unit is accidentally dropped it must be checked over with the ALFA TESTER cancelling the error messages where necessary. If the unit has been dropped from a height above 75 cm it must be replaced.

The loaded AIRBAG module, after disassembly must immediately be placed in the appropriate cabinet.

2) ASSISTANCE INTERVENTION

Do not use tools like hammers or percussion screw-drivers which could transmit shock waves to the inflation device. Do not cut or puncture the AIRBAG module.

Do not tamper with any part of the AIRBAG. Any attempt at tampering with the module could provoke the activation of the system and result in personal injury.

Handle the AIRBAG module with extreme caution. If the inflation device is broken materials which are extremely dangerous may be projected from the device:

The surface of an AIRBAG which has detonated inside the vehicle may be covered with a dust residue. This dust contains some sodium compounds which are a by-product of the reaction which generated the gas used to inflate the cushion. The sodium compounds are, for the most part composed of sodium carbonate and trace quantities of sodium hydroxide.

This dust is slightly alkaline but is not held to be toxic. In addition to the dust there may be a small quantity of unused sodium azide and potassium nitrate inside the gas generator. These components are dangerous. In the event of contact with these substances, refer to the "FIRST AID" section.

Never use naked flame near the AIRBAG module.

Do not allow the module to come into contact with acids, water, other liquids or sprays as this could cause the chemical elements within the module to react dangerously.

First aid

In the event of contamination by one of the components involved in the production of the gas, the following first aid procedures should be applied:

INGESTION:

Induce vomiting if the subject is conscious. Do not provoke vomiting in an unconscious patient. Consult a doctor.

CONTACT WITH SKIN:

Immediately wash the area with neutral soap and running water. Remove contaminated items of clothing and wash them before putting them on again. Seek the advice of a doctor.

CONTACT WITH THE EYES:

Immediately rinse with copious quantities of running water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses to ensure complete washing. Seek the advice of a doctor.

INHALATION:

Help the accident patient into the fresh air. Treat any irritation on the basis of the symptoms. Seek the advice of a doctor.

A DOCTOR SHOULD ALWAYS BE CONSULTED AFTER EXPOSURE TO THE COMPONENTS USED IN THE PRODUCTION OF THE GAS.

3) AFTER THE ASSISTANCE INTERVENTION

Following each service operation concerning the Air bag the operation of the entire system should be checked using the ALFA TESTER.

If the intervention did not require the substitution of the AIRBAG module, check that the specific labels are present and restore them if necessary.

If the intervention required the substitution of the AIRBAG module, a new label showing the new date of expiry (month and year) written in indelible ink should be applied.

4) TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP, DEMOLITION

The vehicle must not be demolished when the AIRBAG module is still intact or when the module is out of its seating. If the vehicle is to be demolished the personnel charged with this operation must be informed of the presence of the AIRBAG so that the appropriate measures and precautions can be taken (see also relative paragraph below). The detonated modules must be destroyed in accordance with the regulations in force in the each country.