TECHNICAL MANUAL - Tyrolia

Mechanical System Testing
1. Adjust the bindings toe and heel indicators to the
Initial Indicator Setting.
2. Use a calibrated torque measuring device according
to the instructions provided by the supplier.
3. Exercise that binding by release it at least once in all
direction.
4. Three tests are required in each direction. The middle
quantitative value of the three releases should be
used as the test result.
5. Using the previously determined Skier Code slide
across the chart to the column representing twist
torque reference values.
6. If the test result is within one torque value above to
one torque value below the reference value, it is in
the Inspection Range. These results are acceptable
and no further adjustment is necessary.
7. If the test result is within two torque values above to
two torque values below the reference value, it is in
the In-Use Range. The indicator value should be readjusted
and the system retested so that it falls in the
Inspection Range. Record the corrected indicator value
in the box for final release/ retention settings.
8. If the test result value falls out of the In-Use Range
the system should be thoroughly inspected for the
following:
1. Correct forward pressure
2. Correct Sole-hold down adjustment
3. Worn or contaminated AFD’s
4. Out of standard boot soles
No work can be performed on the system until these
problems are corrected.
9. Check the heel for forward lean the same way, determining
the middle quantitative value of three vertical
releases. Adjust if necessary.
10. Record final indicator settings on the workshop form
in the area for final release/retention settings.
72 / ADJUSTMENT
TYPE I SKIERS
• Cautious skiing on smooth slopes of gentle to moderate
pitch.
Skiers who designate themselves as Type I receive lower
than average release/retention settings. This corresponds
to an increased risk of inadvertent binding release in order
to gain releasability in a fall. This type also applies to entry
level skiers uncertain of their classification.
TYPE II SKIERS
• Skiers not classified as Type I or Type III.
Skiers who designate themselves as Type II receive average
release/retention settings appropriate for most
recreational skiing.
TYPE III SKIERS
• Fast skiing on slopes of moderate to steep pitch.
Type III settings should not be used by skiers of less than
22 kg/48 lbs. Skiers who designate themselves as Type III
receive higher than average release/retention settings.
This corresponds to decreased releasability in a fall in order
to gain a decreased risk of inadvertent binding release.
NOTE:
If the skier reports release/retention problems see the
chapter “trouble shooting release/retention problems”,
page 73 in the manual.
Skiers who desire release/retention settings lower than
Type I may designate themselves (I-). Type I- is inappropriate
for skiers 17 kg/38 lbs or less.
Type I- Move up the table one skier code.
Skiers who desire release/retention settings higher than
Type III may designate themselves (III+).
Type III+ -Move down the table three skier codes.
Skiers may select skier type designations that are different
for twist and forward lean. In such a case, the selection
shall be indicated by a slash separating twist and forward
lean selections, in that order ( for example, K/L, K for the
toe and L for the heel.