Taser M26 - Manual (Page 3)

ADVANCED TASER® M26 Operating Manual • MMU0008 Rev: B

Avoid Unintentional Activation. Keep finger away from trigger until ready to use.
Keep Body Parts Away From Front. Keep your hands and body parts away from the
front of the TASER cartridge.
Avoid Static Electricity Discharge. Avoid contact between static electricity and the
TASER cartridge because static electricity can cause unexpected discharge.
Do not point the laser at the eyes or stare into the beam.
USE OF FORCE POLICY
Each agency is responsible for creating its own use-of-force policy and determining how
TASER devices fit into their use-of-force matrix based on legal and community standards.
Make sure your agency has a use-of-force policy that addresses TASER device use and that
this policy is clearly addressed during end-user training.
FLAMMABILITY
Beware – TASER Devices Can Ignite Explosive Materials, Liquids or Vapors.
These
include gasoline, other flammables, explosive materials, liquids, or vapors (e.g., gases found
in sewer lines, methamphetamine labs, and butane-type lighters). Some self-defense
sprays (for example, pepper sprays), use flammable carriers such as alcohol and could be
dangerous to use in immediate conjunction with TASER devices.
Some self-defense sprays labeled “non-flammable” may ignite when used in conjunction
with TASER devices. It is recommended that each agency conduct its own tests to determine
the compatibility of its personal defense spray with TASER devices.
WHAT IS THE ADVANCED TASER M26?
The ADVANCED TASER M26 is an ECD manufactured by TASER International, Inc. ECDs
use propelled wires or direct contact to conduct energy to affect the sensory and motor
functions of the nervous system.
The ADVANCED TASER M26 uses a replaceable cartridge containing compressed nitrogen
to deploy two small probes that are attached to the ADVANCED TASER M26 by insulated
conductive wires. The ADVANCED TASER M26 transmits electrical pulses along the wires
and into the body affecting the sensory and motor functions of the peripheral nervous
system. The energy can penetrate up to two inches of clothing, or one inch per probe.
The cartridges are available with various wire lengths from 15’ to 35’ (4.2 meters to 10.6
meters).
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