Mono/Bi Equipment Summary

Your Responsibility Code

•1.           Always stay in control - Be able to stop or avoid other people or objects

•2.           People ahead have the right of way.  It is your responsibility to avoid them

•3.           You must not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above

•4.           Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others

•5.           Always use a breaking device to help prevent runaway equipment

•6.           Observe all posted signs and warnings.  Keep off of closed trails and out of closed areas.

•7.           Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load and unload safely.

Skis/frame types:

•A.         Revolution Twin ski * 180 ± 25 lbs.

•B.          Revolution mono-ski  * - 1 light shock (100 ± 25lbs), 

• 3 moderate shocks (180 ±10lbs)

•C.         Tessier dual ski *

•D.         Bi-ski: Adult, Child

•E.          Hall's mono-ski *

•F.          Grove mono-ski - one size bucket only

•G.         Yetti mono-ski    - child only

•H.         Praschberger mono-ski - child only

* Use Tessier buckets

Evaluate student needs for appropriate ski and bucket.

Bucket Fit:

          Skier needs to be snug in the bucket; use extra padding under      bottom or beside hips to achieve this.

          Skier's knees should be even; use extra padding under thigh if necessary.

          Skier's feet should reach footrest - if footrest doesn't adjust, use adjustable footrest or duct tape a block of wood on top of footrest.

Outriggers:

Outriggers are color coded for bi-ski, mono-ski, 3- and 4-track skiers:

Blue is top color for bi-skiers, Red is top color on mono-skiers, Green is top color for 3 and 4 track skiers.

Lubricate locking pin each day with silicone spray.

Cord stops have new push releases which can be used with gloves on.

Visual Checklist

Visually inspect ALL equipment before and after skiing.

This includes buckles, straps, bolts, outriggers (longer= mono-ski, shorter = bi-ski), load mechanism/lock-release, binding toe set at "D" (for mono-ski), shock, dampening devices on bi-ski.

Fill out repair order if necessary.

End of Day Storage:

Buckle all straps in ski so none are dragging

Remove as much snow as possible from ski

The bi-ski can be turned on its side, but never upside down; oil will leak from its jack.

NOTES:

TESSIER mono-ski and dual ski buckets:

•A.     Sizing bucket for skier

Evaluate accommodations needed for this student

•A.     Hip size

•B.      Back height

•C.     Back retaining straps (weak abs)

Measure hips for close estimate of bucket size.

Sit skier into bucket - want a tight fit (2 people to help skier out of bucket!)

                TESSIER bucket options:  Hip width, back height adjustment (short, med, tall), back extensions

BUCKET #     SIZE     WIDTH     BACK ADJ.     BACK EXT.              Short Bacl

      10                SM          12"                                                     YES

       1                 SM          13 ¼"              Yes

       8                 SM          13 ¼"

       2                 MED       13 ¾"              Yes

       3                 LG           14"

       4                 LG           14 ½"

       5                 LG           14 ½"              Yes

       6                 XL           15 ¼"

       7                 XL           15 ¾"

       9                 XL           15 ¾"                                                  Yes

      11                XL           16 ¾"                                        Yes

          B. Changing buckets off/on frames

Loosen and remove four main bolts...keep bolts with/in the frame when you exchange and replace buckets. Lightly lubricrate bolt threads.

Place bucket pads on heated bench to aid handling.

START REAR TWO BOLTS BY HAND to avoid stripping the threads in frame.

Replace pad into its corresponding bucket (note: they are marked!)

Ensure all edges of the pads in the bucket match end to end, fit smoothly/flush to avoid potential pressure points against the skier's body.

Evacuation strap must move freely when pad is replaced.

•B.     Height of back of bucket can be adjusted on some buckets

Lower: 2 holes below current set up may be available to lower the back piece.

Higher: a riser component can be added if needed

More trunk support can be achieved via an additional cummerbund around the skier and back of the bucket or a 3 inch belt which attaches to the back of the bucket with a "T" bolt.  A new black back belt is available to be mounted on the inside of the bucket to provide a higher support and additional body stability.

          D. Straps - foot, shin, thigh, hip, waist, cummerbund/chest,

back/side straps

The length of most straps can be adjusted on right & left sides for better fit.

At present, some buckets have short ‘stop' straps to keep the back of the bucket from going too far forward (ie. skier has weak abb muscles)

Evacuation strap MUST be accessible...secure it by placing thigh or waist harness through loop of evacuation strap. (NOTE: Evacuation strap is an integral part of straps.)

          E. Bindings (Bindings allow for adjustable balance points)

•1.     Check DIN for maximum value.

•2.     Start with toe at "D".

•3.     Insert mono-ski boot plate.

•4.     Adjust heel to correct forward pressure setting (Note: if toe is moved, heel setting moves two numbers in same direction and forward pressure needs to be rechecked)

NOTES:

Evacuation procedure

Listen to and follow all ski patrol directions!

Bi-Skis:

Lower down outriggers on belay, don't throw them down!

Two evac straps are hooked to sides of bucket via carabineers. Modified 3 Straps located in nylon bag. Use Evac Straps and harness

Bi-Unique - Two evac  straps are duct taped to the front of the ski frame.

Mtn. Man - The straps are taped to the bucket back.

Form a tripod, then loop the shorter of the two straps around the front frame near the bucket. The longer strap hooks on carabineers on rear of frame.

Attach the ski patrol's locking carabineer to this loop and lock the carabineer.

Feed the second strap straight through the locking carabineer.

Unhook one of the carabineers from the side of the bucket and attach to the nearest loop of the strap fed through the locking carabineer; repeat on the other side.

Follow ski patrol direction for offload.

Mono-skis (and Dual Ski) using Tessier Buckets:

Lower down outriggers on belay, don't throw them down!

Evacuation hardware is part of strapping.

Evacuation strap is between skier's legs in bucket (second strap with loop is attached to evac strap for easy access).

Use the ski patrol's locking carabineer to attach to evac strap (not second strap).

Lock the carabineer

Skier should hold onto rope and follow ski patrol direction for offload.

Prashberger bucket: Evac strap is under cushion between legs.

Yetti and Grove mono-skis have their own evacuation system.

BI-SKIS

Bi Unique

Model Specifics:

Buckets are labeled Child & Adult: use Child for shorter legs and smaller hips.

 [Blue AlpinSurf bi-skis are for children only]

Bucket Fitting:

First install blue bottom pad, then comfort foam liner. Add additional foam if necessary.

Load/Unload:

Lever and pump on right side of lower frame; jack lever forward to load, back to ski.

LOAD: with jack lever forward, pump to lift bucket a few inches.

UNLOAD: wiggle skier forward near balance point; jack lever should flip back to ski position, but check after unloading (ski would be too high)

OPTIONAL: attach short lift straps to front frame on each side for load assist; take off (or tuck them) to ski. Unload with jack lever forward.

Modified Bi-Unique

Model Specifics:

Yellow frame: for adults only who use outriggers.

Modified bi-ski has a more active suspension and higher center of gravity.

Uses a standard alpine ski (usually 150cm with DIN @ 10+).

Mountain Man

Model Specifics:

Blue and rust colored buckets.

Mountain Man has shock designed for smoother ride. Shock can be adjusted for heavier skier. If bucket bottoms out with skier in it, get ASA tech to adjust shocks with pump.  The suspension must be adjusted to the weight of the student.  We must add or reduce air pressure in the shock.  Consult a tech for support on this.

To adjust leg length: Move bucket and not foot rest. Bucket is moved by loosening the two frame bolts under bucket.

Load/Unload

Pin on left side of frame; pull pin out to load, replace pin to ski

LOAD: after pin is pulled, bucket is released from frame and can be lifted/tipped onto chair

UNLOAD:  after unload, replace the pin; if skier is light, may need to push shock forward to insert pin all the way.

Revolution Twin Ski

Model Specifics

Uses Tessier buckets

Use Tessier evacuation system

Self Loading

The self loading feature allows the skier to lock himself into lift position or if the skier is not able to, his instructor or volunteer can do it for him.

To use the feature push the red knob forward to unlock the load mechanism.  To get into the "mid lift" position, you push downward with your riggers and lift yourself up until you hear a "click", now relax, you are in the mid lift position which is comfortable for poling.

There are two options to get to the "chirlift" position.  You can lift yourself with the riggers until you hear a second "click", or the instructor/volunteer can lift the unit until you hear the "click".

When you load onto the chairlift, the front of the chairlift hits the shock absorber and it will automatically release, dropping back to skiing position.  If it doesn't release once then it will release once your skis leave the gound.  It will also release once you are in the "lift" position if you lift the unit another inch.

If you lift too far after the "click" you will drop back down into ski position and you'll have to go through the process again.

After you get off the lift be sure to pull the red knob toward you to latch it before starting to ski.

Shock ∙Spring Tension Adjustment

An important adjustment is spring tension of the shock.  Measure the distance from the bottom of the bucket to the snow.  Now sit in the seat with your feet on the footrest, measure the distance from the bottom of the seat to the bottom of the ski or the floor (snow).  This should be about ½" to 1" lower.  If it is lower than 1-1'2", consult technician.

Dual Ski

Model Specifics

Uses Tessier interchangeable buckets.

Four bolts are removed to exchange buckets, lubricate bolt threads and

keep bolts with ski.

The suspension on this ski must be adjusted for each skier. First determine skier's weight, then divide weight by 10 to get correct pressure setting. ASA tech then pumps shock to correct setting using Fournales pump.

If shock is not pressured properly, shock may be damaged.

Load/Unload:

Lever on right side of lower frame; lever back to load, forward to ski

When lever is pulled back to load, the bucket leans dramatically forward. Loosen back Velcro straps located on sides and tilt back backward.

Due to bucket position, no need to lift for loading, just pull ski onto chair

Unload: move lever forward while still on chairlift. When skier unloads, bucket lowers and locks automatically in ski position. After unloading, adjust back straps to original position.

NOTES:

Mono-Skis

REVOLUTION MONO SKI

Model Specifics

On the Revolution, you must check the suspension with ski on and student in bucket.  Measure from the reb bolt to the floor, the measurement should be 11" to 12", if not in this range, see a tech.

Uses Tessier buckets.

Remove four bolts to exchange buckets, lubricate bolt threads and keep bolts with their mono-ski.

Place selected bucket on frame; Install back two bolts by hand being careful not to cross thread. Then install front two bolts. Hand snug up all four bolts. You must now verify that evacuation strap is not pinched between bucket and frame. Reposition if necessary and the tighten bolts.

Bucket back position can be adjusted forward and back via adjustable straps on sides

Bucket has lifting handles on both sides. One end of each lifting handle has a loop for a carabineer used for tethering.

Load/Unload

Ball/lever on center of lower frame; lever back to load, forward to ski

LOAD: When lever is pulled back for loading, loading mechanism will lock at load height once skier is lifted. When on chair - flip lever forward to ski position.

UNLOAD: Bucket should restore to correct skiing postion with lever forward; if not, adjust promptly

YETTI

Model Specifics

Small bucket for smaller students

Back not adjustable

Foot rest can be adjusted by moving seat.

Usually a single-tether

Load/Unload

Pin and handle system on right side of frame

Load: Pull pin out and pull back (toward skier) to raise bucket height ( have skier try to do this)

Unload: Insert pin, remove handle and store it in foot bucket ( may need to put more weight on bucket to get pin in

Grove Innovation

Model Specifics

Bucket is not adjustable

No interchangeable bucket

Usually a single-tether

Load/Unload

Load: Pull latch mechanism up. Skier then pulls loading handle towards themselves until ski locks into load position. Then return handle to forward position. NOTE: If handle does not pull back easily, then latch mechanism is in wrong position.

Unload: After skier is loaded on chair, latch mechanism should be released. Caution: If lifting handle is not returned to forward position student can be injured.

HALLS

Model Specifics

Can take Tessier Buckets

Usually a single-tether

Load/Unload

LOAD: Pull locking lever forward. Stand on ski and pull up on bucket to raise for load position. Frame bushing must slide smoothly.

UNLOAD: Normally chair resets bucket into ski position when loading. Put locking lever back in ski position after unloading.

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