Ops-Core FAST SF, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...SF Ballistic and Non Ballistic Helmet Systems This product is covered by one or more patents For more information visit www gentexcorp com patents OPS CORE 2017 UM 1034 REV A SF HELMET SYSTEMS OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ...em Operation Comfort Pad Kit Universal Nape Pad Accessory Integration Modular Bungee Shroud Skeleton Accessory Rail Connectors ARCs ARC Shim Exterior Loop Comms Headsets Maintenance Schedule Replacement Parts Operator Notes Warning Warranty 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 3 ...

Page 4: ...ions in materials alongside new and improved system components to provide a lightweight modular and scalable design All components used in the SF helmet systems are compatible with legacy FAST platforms HELMET VERSIONS ACCESSORY KIT INCLUDED FAST SF Ballistic FAST SF Non Ballistic 1 4 Comfort Pads 1 2 Comfort Pads Standard Nape Pad Cable Ties x10 Picatinny Adapter Wing Loc Adapter 3 4 Comfort Pads...

Page 5: ...xterior Loop Shroud Bungee Low Profile Head Loc Chinstrap Skeleton ARC ARC Shim Universal Nape Pad Universal Nape Pad Front Brow Comfort Pad Adjustable Comfort Pads Vented Lux Liner Adjustable Comfort Pads Universal Fitband Occ Dial Adjustment Knob 5 ...

Page 6: ...ce cm Head Circumference in Head Size US 53 56 207 8 22 M upto 7 56 59 22 23 L upto 73 8 59 62 23 243 8 XL upto 75 8 62 64 5 243 8 253 8 XXL upto 81 8 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 RUN MEASURING TAPE ALONG FRONT EDGE OF EAR FAST helmets have been designed from the ground up to fit the largest group of users in helmet sizes that most closely match their heads However there is still a small pe...

Page 7: ... toward your chin until snug NOTE THE TECHNIQUE WORKS BEST IF YOU ONLY HOLD THE PLASTIC SLIDERS AND DON T TOUCH THE WEBBING 2 ADJUST THE OCC DIAL Use your thumb to rotate the Occ Dial Adjustment Knob to tighten the fitband until it is comfortably snug 4 ADJUST FRONT HEAD LOC SLIDERS With both hands pull the two Front Head Loc Sliders on the webbing straps that come from the front temples of the he...

Page 8: ...too low on your head remove the top pads and install the top pads included separately If the helmet sits at an uncomfortable angle adjust the top pads or use a combination of 1 4 and top pads until it sits correctly 0 5 1 The pad thicknesses can be adjusted for a more comfortable fit and better stability You can mix and match different pad thicknesses to achieve the best fit 1 2 Comfort Pads 1 2 C...

Page 9: ...ccessory Kit It can be used in place of the Universal Nape Pad if desired Rear Nape Pad Front Inside Rear Nape Pad Back Outside The height of the Universal Nape Pad can be adjusted to offer a more comfortable fit Raise or lower the Universal Nape Pad to the position that fits best The Universal Nape Pad has markings on the outside so that the Operator can retain the best fit position once it has b...

Page 10: ...T There are four ways of attaching accessories to the Ops Core FAST Helmet The Modular Bungee Shroud Skeleton Accessory Rail Connectors ARCs ARC Shim and Exterior Loop These four components provide convenient and secure ways to quickly attach and detach various accessories to different positions ACCESSORY INTEGRATION 10 ...

Page 11: ...ow profile option for stabilizing NVGs The MBS also has a removable metal insert that can be swapped out to provide different mounting solutions without completely removing the shroud from the helmet MODULAR BUNGEE SHROUD ATTACHING STABILIZING BUNGEES TO NVGS Some NVGs may require the use of the included Split Rings to attach the carabiner bungee clips rior p NVGs Attached with Split Rings NVGs At...

Page 12: ...il corner allows for instant and secure snap in attachment of Para Flite and Carleton O2 masks with O2 Single Strap Kit C BACK RAIL Goggle Swivel Clips attached to your choice of goggles can quickly clip into the back rail while allowing freedom of rotation A B C ARC ADAPTERS The following adapters are commonly used for attaching accessories to the Ops Core FAST Helmet Picatinny Wing Loc Adapters ...

Page 13: ...een the shell and the ARCs These low profile components provide attachment points for accessories such as mandibles and appliques without sacrificing rail space ARC SHIM Mandible Side Armor Attachment Optional Bungee Location Ballistic Applique Attachment 13 ...

Page 14: ...RY ATTACHMENT Apply hook fastener to the bottom of a device and place device on top of the loop on the outside of the Ops Core FAST Helmet shell EXTERIOR LOOP Side Exterior Loop Rear Exterior Loop Exterior Loop Top View 14 ...

Page 15: ...s compatible with a variety of COMMs headsets and hearing protection devices COMMs HEADSETS When using the helmet with a communications headset remove the pads in the center channel of the Vented Lux Liner to allow room for the headset s headband 15 ...

Page 16: ...k that the chinstrap screws are tight using a flathead screwdriver 3 Clean the Exterior Loop for dust and dirt by using air pressure 4 Visually check the Modular Bungee Shroud and Skeleton ARCs for signs of breakage 5 Visually check the Fitband for signs of breakage 6 Check that the Occ Dial Adjustment Knob works properly 7 Check that the chinstrap does not have any damage and that the buckle latc...

Page 17: ...n all aspects of our products and is available to assist you with all your needs including checking the status of your order billing warranties and returns orders replacement parts and technical support REPLACEMENT PARTS Ops Core Customer Service 1 617 670 3547 support ops core com 17 ...

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Page 19: ...urther the warranty is void if at any time the user its agents employees or customers attempts to make any internal changes to any of the components of a product if at any time the power supplied to any part of the product exceeds the rated tolerance if any external device attached by the user its agents employees or customers creates conditions exceeding the tolerance of the product or if any tim...

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