How to Use Your Sidekick

View the Sidekick User Manual here.

Meet the Sidekick

 

The Safely Sidekick is the first device of its kind. Made by women for women, the Sidekick is your perfect companion for doing what you want, when you want, however you want, safely.

It's a customizable self-defense device with up to five tools in one handheld design.

What are the 5 Tools?

  1. Pepper Spray or Dog Spray
  2. Flashlight
  3. Alarm
  4. Grip: Strap or Knux
  5. Attachments: Keychain or Safety Spike**

Details on the Tools

1. Pepper Spray or Dog Spray 

  • Pepper Spray
    • Maximum Strength Formula: Lab tested (HPLC), UV marking dye, 1.4% MC, 10% OC.
    • Powerful Stream Spray: Up to 25 bursts with a maximum spray distance of 10 ft.
    • Long-Lasting: Shelf life of 4 years.
    • Locks in Place: Locks the device into place and is safety lock secured.
  • Dog Spray
    • Animal Deterrent Formula: 0.7% MC, formulated to deter aggressive animals.
    • Powerful Stream Spray: Up to 25 bursts with a maximum spray distance of 10 ft.
    • Long-Lasting: Shelf life of 4 years.
    • Legal Alternative: May be compliant in areas where traditional pepper spray is restricted.

2. Flashlight

  • Very Bright: Up to 150 lumens.
  • Two Modes: Consistent bright light for vision or a flashing light to draw attention.
  • User Friendly & Efficient: One-button operation and long-lasting battery life.
  • Battery Life: Multiple hour battery life when the alarm isn’t activated. 

3. Alarm

  • Extremely Loud: Up to 130dB.
  • Multi-Functional: When activated, the alarm will sound and the flashlight will strobe.
  • Safe Mode Option: If you lose your pull pin or are unable to replace it, you can hold down the flashlight button for 5 seconds to turn off the alarm and continue to use the flashlight.

4. Grip

  • Intimidating: Knux grip provides an intimidation factor.
  • Secure: Strap grip secures the device to your hand. You can tighten the strap grip by pulling down on the strap and velcroing the device.
  • Interchangeable: Each grip fits onto your Sidekick and can be replaced.

5. Attachments

  • Keychain: The keychain can be used to efficiently carry extra items in one hand. All sidekick orders come with a keychain.
  • Safety Spike: Designed for emergency situations, the safety spike may be used to break glass, though effectiveness can vary depending on glass type and thickness.
  • Interchangeable: Both the keychain and glass breaker can be attached to your Sidekick as needed. 

How to Use Your Safely Sidekick

Using the Pepper Spray or Dog Spray

  1. Unlock the device and press down on the top to release the pepper spray. Learn more about how to use pepper spray or how to use dog spray here. 
    Tip: When replacing the pepper spray or dog spray canister, ensure the nozzle is facing forward as shown by the arrow on the grip.

Operating the Flashlight

  1. Click the button at the top to turn on the flashlight.
  2. Click twice to turn it off.

Activating the Strobe Light

  1. Double-click the top button to activate the strobe light.
  2. Click once more to turn it off.

Triggering the Alarm

  1. Remove the pull-pin at the bottom to activate the alarm.
  2. To deactivate, either reinsert the pull-pin or hold down the button for 5 seconds.

Switching Attachments

  1. Unscrew the current attachment (safety spike** or keychain) from the bottom.
  2. Screw on the new attachment securely.

Changing the Grip

  1. Remove the pepper spray canister from the device (ensure it's locked first!).
  2. Slide the grip upward to remove it.
  3. Attach a new grip by sliding it down from the top.
  4. Reinsert the pepper or dog spray canister with the nozzle facing forward, following the arrow on the grip.

Practice Mode Using practice spray? It operates just like the pepper spray described above.

Need Assistance? If you have any questions or need help, please don't hesitate to contact us.