Oper at i n g Ma nu a l Law Enforcement A D V A N C E D TA S E R ® M 2 6
IMPORTANT SAFETY AND HEALTH INFORMATION Read, understand and follow the warnings and safety instructions contained in the enclosed Product Warnings document included with this weapon. The most current warnings are posted on our website at www.TASER.com. Do not attempt to use this device until you have completed training with a TASER International certified instructor. This warning label is now installed on new ADVANCED TASER® M26 devices.
• • • • 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.
See www.TASER.com for current specifications. A citizen model of the M26 is also available where legal and has different operating characteristics than the law enforcement model. Sale of cartridges with wire length longer than 15’ is limited to law enforcement only. The M26 has an internal memory that stores a record of every deployment. See the DOWNLOAD section for more details. NEUROMUSCULAR INCAPACITATION (NMI) The human nervous system communicates with simple electrical impulses.
• • • • • • • • • Subject may fall immediately to the ground, and be unable to catch him/herself. Subjects located in the water may drown if their ability to move is restricted. Subject may yell or scream. Involuntary muscle contractions, of varying degrees. Subject may freeze in place with legs locked. Subject may feel dazed for several seconds/minutes. Potential vertigo. Temporary tingling sensation. May experience critical stress amnesia (may not remember any pain).
ADVANCED TASER M26 AND CARTRIDGE FEATURES The M26 is constructed of impact resistant sonic welded polymer and weighs approximately 19 ounces. Various color options are available. See www.TASER.com for the most current specifications. SAFETY SWITCH: Ambidextrous safety switch can be operated from either side. • Safety Switch down (SAFE). • Safety Switch up (ARMED), and ready to deploy. • Do not block the safety switch on one side of the M26 while attempting to move it on the other side.
BATTERY COVER The battery cover is released by depressing the metal plunger and then sliding the cover forward. POWER INDICATOR The M26 has a red LED to indicate power is available to the device. The LED operates only when the safety switch is in the up (ARMED) position. The LED either flashes or is steady. No illumination in the LED indicates a malfunction or dead batteries.
TRIGGER Unlike a firearm trigger, the ADVANCED TASER M26 trigger is a momentary electrical switch. The switch is operational only when the safety switch is in the up (ARMED) position. Depressing and releasing the trigger will result in a five-second discharge unless the safety switch is moved to the down (SAFE) position. Holding the trigger switch for more than 5 seconds will result in a continuous discharge until the trigger switch is released, or until the batteries are depleted.
TOP PROBE IS “HORIZONTAL” RELATIVE TO THE WEAPON 8º BOTTOM PROBE POINTS 8º DOWN 21’ CARTRIDGE TOP ORIENTATION ARROWS WEAPON RELATIVE HORIZONTAL LINE TOP PROBE IS POINTING 1º UP FROM RELATIVE HORIZONTAL LINE 1º 4º BOTTOM PROBE POINTS 3º DOWN XP35 CARTRIDGE WARNING: The XP35 TASER Cartridge is not reversible. It has raised orange arrows printed on the side of the cartridge that is inserted towards the top of the device. Never attempt to open or modify a TASER Cartridge.
Occasionally, blast doors will be knocked off the front of a cartridge. Because those cartridges cannot be relied upon to consistently discharge, TASER International recommends removing those cartridges from service. Those cartridges can then be returned to TASER International for repair or replacement. TASER operators should not attempt to fire a cartridge with no blast doors on it unless they are facing an immediate threat and do not have the time or option to reload.
Installing New Batteries: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Inspect the battery tray for cracks or deformities. If the battery tray is damaged, request a new battery tray from TASER International. Insert the batteries in a “V” shape. Verify that the batteries are in the correct orientation. Verify that the M26 safety switch is in the down (SAFE) position. Verify that the TASER Cartridge is removed. Insert the battery pack into the M26 with the contacts facing into handle.
LOAD THE TASER CARTRIDGES WARNING: Never place your hands or fingers in front of the cartridge. When loading and unloading, always hold the cartridge on the sides or top. LOADED LOADING: 1. Verify that the safety switch is in the down (SAFE) position. 2. Point the device in a safe direction. 3. Place the cartridge into the front of the weapon until an audible click is heard. 4. Verify that the cartridge is secure by pulling on the sides of the cartridge. UNLOADING: 1.
1’ 7’ The top probe impacts the target near the laser beam and can vary depending on distance, type of cartridge, etc. See www.TASER.com for current specifications. The bottom probe impacts at an 8-degree angle from the top probe (except XP35). This results in a spread of approximately 1’ for every 7’ of distance from the target. Greater probe spread increases effectiveness. If possible, a minimum 4-inch spread is recommended. Hold the M26 device so that the cartridge is vertical for an upright target.
POTENTIAL CAUSES OF REDUCED OR NO EFFECTIVENESS • • • • • • Loose or Thick Clothing. The current from the ADVANCED TASER M26 is capable of penetrating approximately 2 cumulative inches of clothing, or one inch per probe. Miss or Single Dart Hit. The current must pass between the probes. If one probe misses, a second cartridge should be deployed if practical. Also, using the M26 in the drive-stun mode as described below will also complete the circuit between the single probe and the device electrode.
RECOMMENDED DRIVE-STUN AREAS FOR MAXIMUM EFFECT When officer safety is at risk, drive the M26 into the following areas for maximum effectiveness. • • • • • • Carotid (sides of neck) (see warning below). Brachial plexus tie-in (upper chest). Radial (forearm). Pelvic triangle (see warning below). Common peronial (Outside of thigh). Tibial (calf muscle). WARNING: Use care when applying a drive-stun to the neck or groin.
POLICE/MILITARY K-9 CAUTION TASER operators and K-9 officers must work closely together to develop SOPs for deploying the TASER device when a K-9 is present. If a K-9 bites a probe or bites the suspect between the probes, the K-9 can receive a shock. This could have a negative impact on the future duty use of the K-9. M26 MAINTENANCE AND CARE Each agency should establish a maintenance and handling program. • • • • • • • • • The M26 is a sensitive electronic device, and should be handled with care.
BATTERY RECONDITIONING USING NiMH RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES: Normal recharging requires only one charging cycle. In addition, TASER International recommends that rechargeable batteries be reconditioned at least every six months. The reconditioning procedure is included in the operating instructions for the M26 battery charger unit. TASER ONLINE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE A troubleshooting guide is available by visiting the TASER Web site at www.TASER.com.
OPTIONS EXTENDED WARRANTIES See the Warranty Policy section for more information on extended warranties. DATA DOWNLOAD KIT Optional download kits are available to permit departments to access the deployment information in the M26 memory. The M26 has a download function that can help protect an officer from claims of excessive use of force by providing documentation of the time and date for each firing.
SUPPORT TASER TRAINING ACADEMY The TASER Training Academy is designed to provide training on the use of TASER-brand electronic control devices. Training is geared toward the special needs of law enforcement officers, correctional officers, medical personnel, the military, and private citizens. Force options and decision-making, tactics, medical issues, weapon maintenance, and personal safety are just a few of the topics covered in the offered courses.
MEDICAL RESEARCH TASER devices are among the most extensively studied weapons of their type. Dozens of Medical and Field studies have been published. For more information go to www.TASER. com.
WARRANTY POLICY A. General. The following TASER International, Inc. (“TASER International”) warranty provisions are applicable on all sales or transfers of TASER International Products. The term “Purchaser” shall mean any purchaser, transferee, possessor, or user of TASER International Products. B. Limited Warranty. TASER International warrants that its TASER®1 devices are free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
C. “No Questions Asked” TASER Extended Warranty. THE EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR A TASER M18, M18L, or M26 CAN ONLY BE PURCHASED AT THE TIME THE M18, M18L, or M26 IS PURCHASED. THE EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR A TASER X26 or X26C CAN ONLY BE PURCHASED DURING THE ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD.
E. Warranty Exclusions. THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THE TASER PRODUCT. TASER INTERNATIONAL DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, DESIGN OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE, OR ANY WARRANTY AGAINST PATENT INFRINGEMENT.
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