Pacific Helmets HALOFLEX F20H, User'S Information Manual

Page 1: ...S T R U C T U R A L F I R E F I G H T I N G H E L M E T User Information Guide...

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Page 3: ...ions Donning Doffing 25 Recommended Storage Practices 26 Care Maintenace Details of Inspections 27 Care Maintenance Instructions Cleaning and Disinfection Optional Washing of Selected Components Decom...

Page 4: ...and instructions related to the selection use care and maintenance of your helmet However this guide does not tell you when and under what circumstances you should wear your helmet Rather it suggests...

Page 5: ...affected by the type s of material it comes into contact with and the environment in which the helmet is used and stored Recommendations on this topic should be sought from the manufacturer 4 The safe...

Page 6: ...pertinent to emergency operations 2 For NFPA users your use of this protective helmet is consistent with NFPA1500 Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health and Wellness Program Title...

Page 7: ...adjustment of your chinstrap for securing the helmet on your head 8 Limitations of protection You have been trained and understand that not all helmets provide heat and or flame resistance or protect...

Page 8: ...faces involve forces that can be fatal or severely injure you Do not use your protective helmet if it is contaminated cut punctured worn cracked badly abraded or altered from its original conditions 1...

Page 9: ...n purposes you may mark your protective helmet on the interior using an indelible marker if permitted by your department or organization Do not write over or obscure information on the product label 1...

Page 10: ...nd 8 Front Plinth 9 Qik Klip Eye Protector 10 Dual Pivot Face Shield 11 Polyurethane Impact Liner 12 Haloflex Impact Mesh and Qik Klip Comfort Padding 13 4 Point Nomex Chinstrap with Quick Release Buc...

Page 11: ...AGING Remove the vinyl protective film from the face shield and or eye protector and remove user information from inside helmet before use Protective films should be disposed of in accordance with loc...

Page 12: ...hinstrap Loosen the chinstrap by lifting the buckle and pulling on the webbing strap with the other hand 3 Put the Helmet on and do up the buckle Pull the free end of the strap under your chin until s...

Page 13: ...er between the nape band and your head 6 Readjust if required Always make sure the nape strap connectors with the chinstrap rest under both the ears and with the nape strap pulled tight before pulling...

Page 14: ...eat this on all four points on the headband 3 Lock the headband position Snap the frame back into place in the headband to lock your desired headband height 14 F20 USER INFORMATION GUIDE There are fou...

Page 15: ...mponents replace components that have become damaged or remove components for cleaning and decontamination CHANGING PADDING NOTE No tools are required 1 Remove front comfort pad Unclip the front pad f...

Page 16: ...3 Remove rear comfort pad Unbutton the padding from around the adjustment knob 4 Replace rear comfort pad Button the pad back around the ratchet adjustment knob 16 F20 USER INFORMATION GUIDE...

Page 17: ...op comfort pad Pull the padding away from the impact mesh in each corner to remove 6 Replace the top comfort pad Locate the pad and press each plastic dimple into the Haloflex impact mesh WWW PACIFICH...

Page 18: ...Detach the old face shield 4 Place the new face shield in the helmet Align the bottom of the face shield Make sure the pin on each side sits inside the rail track 5 Attach new face shield Slide the t...

Page 19: ...ches at 4 points around the edge of the Liner frame A B 2 Detach the neck protector by twisting barb A inwards pull up and release Then unhook barb B and release Mirror this process on the opposite si...

Page 20: ...are required 20 F20 USER INFORMATION GUIDE 1 Unthread Chinstrap from the Ladder lock and Helmet Liner repeat for both sides 2 Unclip the rear metal loop from the rear of the liner You can now remove t...

Page 21: ...the thumb and push the eye protector back up gently Stop pushing when the same clicking sound is heard again The eye protector is now locked in place Warning Do Not Pull The Eye Protector This may bre...

Page 22: ...om the inside of the liner retainer 2 Detach the Side Plate from the rear first then lever it off the slot at the side of the helmet chassis 3 Attach the new Side Plate by sliding the tab into the cha...

Page 23: ...of your mask 1 The slide adjuster can be adjusted to improve the seal on your BA mask 2 Unfasten the screw from the slide adjuster for the BA mask attachment 3 Move the slide adjuster up or down the...

Page 24: ...ure that your protective helmet fire hood jacket collar do not interfere with the seal of the SCBA full face piece on your face DOFFING If your protective helmet is not contaminated 1 Remove the prote...

Page 25: ...a rear hook on the back brim hang it on the wall or your apparatus when not in use DO NOT Store wet protective helmets If done so particularly when neck protectors are wet mildew fungus bacteria or ot...

Page 26: ...arred or burned or missing pieces If these conditions exist alert your supervisor department or organization to make a determination on the continued serviceability of your protective helmet ANNUAL IN...

Page 27: ...EANING AND DISINFECTION PRECAUTIONS Helmet Use only mild detergents with a pH range of not less than 6 0 pH and not greater than 10 5 pH as indicated on the product material safety data sheet MSDS or...

Page 28: ...ithout the neck protector comfort padding and chinstrap However it is advisable to remove them before cleaning the protective helmet Use the following procedures for routine cleaning by hand in a util...

Page 29: ...potential damage to them 1 Choose a washing machine that is used for cleaning of protective clothing While top loading machines may be used front loading washers are preferred as these are less likely...

Page 30: ...ur protective helmet has become contaminated with chemicals or other hazardous substances immediately isolate your protective helmet and remove it from service taking care not to cross contaminate oth...

Page 31: ...he shell is inspected The protective helmet has obviously suffered excess heat or burning This includes any charring of the paint or substrate Charring is described as an actual burnt area or surface...

Page 32: ...g to ensure comfort fit and performance are not compromised If you have any doubts about your protective helmet and its condition bring this matter to the attention of your supervisor department or or...

Page 33: ...r warranty up to 2 year warranty up to 2 year warranty PLEASE NOTE Damage caused to the protective helmet and or components in the course of normal use is not covered by warranty Many firefighting or...

Page 34: ...protective helmets with aluminized fire hoods over the shells when engaged in these activities Follow instructions in the User Information regarding regular checks on this protective helmet and when...

Page 35: ...et certified to when putting in a purchase order CERTIFICATION Certification for our protective helmets is completed by the following notified certification bodies Contact your Pacific Helmets distrib...

Page 36: ...arts or add accessories which are not approved by the manufacturer Replace harness and other components as recommended by manufacturer Helmet and face shield may be seriously damaged by certain substa...

Page 37: ...helmets are designed for structural firefighting in both land and marine environments Cleaning and disinfection please see Care and Maintenance Information section Maintenance and servicing please se...

Page 38: ...e during routine fire and or emergency drills Check the exterior and cradle of the helmet for wear and tear rust or any signs of deterioration If in doubt please go to Repair Replace instruction Obsol...

Page 39: ...t are intended to afford protection against electrical hazards Proper use consistent with NFPA1500 Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety Health and Wellness Program and 29 CFR 1910 132 Perso...

Page 40: ...is to be removed from the helmet only by the end user Please read carefully all instructions and warnings before use Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or serious injury F20H E...