USER INSTRUCTIONS for the Fire Service Helmet
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1. aa Bullard USER INSTRUCTIONS for the Fire Service Helmet H10000EM and H2000 Thank you for choosing a fire service helmet from Bullard Protection helmets are an integral element of personal safety equipment and help prevent or at least reduce head injuries Please spare some time to read the following information so you can properly adjust your helmet It has been written with both your safety and comfort in mind Head Size size adjustment and weight The helmet can be adjusted infinitely to any head size from 52 64 cm Total weight with no accessories is approx 900g First adjust the size range on the headband H10000EM model with pin lock Loosen both ends of the headband from one another and move them to the required size Then press the two end pieces firmly onto the pins again H2000 model with SURE LOCK ratchet system Open the wheel ratchet counterclockwise Put on your helmet and turn the wheel ratchet clockwise until it rests firmly yet comfortably on your head Adjusting the height The crown straps can be adjusted lengthwise so as to adjust the height of the helmet Set the straps so that around 10 20mm of air remains between the skullcap and inner shell of the helmet with the headband not touching the base of the ears Chin strap Adjust the strap so that two fingers can fit between the strap and chin Always fasten the loose end of the belt strap Put on your helmet an2. interior lining then wash and disinfect together with the duty clothing in the wash bag Machine cleaning The fire service helmet is subject to very strong mechanical loads during machine cleaning It can be damaged if the following information is not observed The helmet can be washed as follows in the washing machine e Pack helmet in a padded wash bag for wash bag see Bullard helmet accessories e Load washing machine so that only one further helmet would fit into the drum e Preselect swivel program for respirators e Start wash e Rinse four times e Dry helmet thoroughly Cleaning agents Approved cleaning agents Eltra heavy duty washing power with disinfecting properties manufacturer Ecolab Dosage 5g Eltra per 1 L fresh water Water temperature 62 C 2 C Storage Store and transport your safety helmet so that it is protected against moisture preferably in the original packaging Modifications to the helmet The standard version of your helmet corresponds to the applicable standards and must not therefore be modified or equipped with components made by other firms Only use the accessories and spare parts approved by us The use of non conform components might cease the CE approval of your helmet and can affect your claims against health insurance in case of an accident Only wear your helmet completely assembled and do not use any removable components separately Life and Maintenance of your Bull
3. ard Fire Helmet Your helmet is designed to absorb a certain amount of energy in the event of an impact In addition the helmet offers protection against flames sparks high temperature and liquid chemicals The helmet can be damaged or even destroyed as it protects against these hazards After a hard impact you should replace your helmet IMMEDIATELY even if there is no visible damage on the outside of the helmet It should also be replaced if the helmet has been exposed to extreme heat such as a flash over You should NEVER use a damaged helmet It must be repaired if possible or be rendered unserviceable The length of your helmet s service life is determined by the materials used in its construction as well as the environment in which the helmet is used and stored This firefighting helmet with its painted helmet shell of high strength and temperature resistant composite exhibits excellent aging resistance and if undamaged it does not undergo any changes by sunlight UV radiation The life of the helmet is primarily limited by the effects of mechanical thermal and chemical stresses The composite used in your helmet is considered very resistant to these stresses Furthermore the helmet s life is influenced by the amount and diligence of care and maintenance The management of your fire department is responsible for deciding on the time for removing the helmet from service Contact your local sales distribu
4. ards Ear Neck Protectors All available variants are fitted with Velcro fastening Adjust the headband to the smallest size for assembly Fold the nape protection at the middle and start to fasten in the nape protection to the right and left at the rear of the helmet Ensure a flush fit For the assembly of a Dutch Ear Neck protector it is recommended to take out the head ring first assemble the Dutch Ear Neck Protector and reassemble the head ring USER INSTRUCTIONS for the Fire Service Helmet H10000EM and H2000 Replacement Parts The helmet can be dismantled easily and quickly for replacing parts and cleaning Loosen the 4 press studs A on the fastening band and remove the headband You can now remove the inner section Cleaning and Storage Always keep your safety helmet clean If necessary clean it before you examine it Do not use the helmet if it is still wet after use or cleaning Manual cleaning Do not use abrasive cleaners benzine or solvents such as acetone alcohol or similar to clean fire service helmets The universal cleaning agent Secusept Cleaner 0 5 1 026 solvent and the disinfectant Incidur as well as mild soapy water are approved Wipe helmet shell and all plastic parts of the interior lining with a damp cloth then rub dry e Clean the visor with lukewarm soapy water or alcohol free glass cleaner then rinse and wipe dry e Remove straps and fabric of the
5. d according EN443 2008 a visors according EN14458 2004 the goggles XTO according EN166 HBP Head ring with pinlock HLOOOOEM ae ae ee CHOPT Chin strap 12000 The helmet is suitable for structural fire fighting and Hot Training in stra l P Hot Trainings can damage the helmet which is not covered by the regular CH3PTH1 Chin strap HLOOOOEM warranty R160 Ratchet cover H2000 It is recommended to provide separate helmets dedicated to Hot Training Or R635 Brow pad both models use Nomex Hoods VBLKN Visor carrier H2000 R1003 Visor 10cm H2000 Type A R1005 Visor 15cm H2000 Type B VMESH Mesh visor H2000 ALUFRAME Visor carrier H10000EM ALUWINDOW Visor 15cm H10000EM Type B R729 Neckprotector Nomex both models R732 Dutch ear Neck Protector both models STRH2 Reflective stripes H2000 STRH1 Reflective stripes H10000EM XTOMOD protective goggle VSTD15 Visor 15cm Type B Options and Marking Electrical properties classification e wet helmet insulation test according 4 12 2 E3 e surface insulation test according 4 12 3 Se C Classification liquid chemicals AWARNING The protection provided by a helmet depends on the circumstances of an accident and wearing a helmet cannot always prevent serious or even fatal injuries or long term invalidity Always wear a correctly adjusted helmet and straps and always bear in mind that a helmet cannot protect the neck area or other unprotected areas of the head Ensure that wearing respiratory equipment does not a
6. d locate the female portion of the strap buckle A Slide the strap through the loop in the back of the helmet until the buckle rests roughly 1 5 cm below your ear Make sure that both sides of the strap leading into the buckle lay flat against one another Find the male portion of the buckle It should also be placed roughly 1 5 cm below the ear and both straps leading to this buckle should lay flat against one another Close the snap lock and adjust the belt length via the loose end of the looped round belt strap C on the snap lock The helmet meets standard requirements on retention system effectiveness and strength as long as the chin strap is adjusted as mentioned above and 2 fingers fit in between chin strap and chin i www bullardextrem com aSullard Visor and hearing protector H2000 Your helmet has an insert pocket on both the right and left which you can use to click in the holder for the visor and or hearing protector A To remove the holder press the projecting nose of the holder from the inside of the helmet and push this out of the insert pocket This is fixed to the holder if you are using a hearing protector To fit the visor push its holder clip B into the snap in fitting of the holder A until it snaps into place AWARNING As visors only provide limited protection against flying particles their level of Safety for the eyes is only secondary Always wear protective goggles whe
7. ffect the fit of the helmet and vice versa This helmet is only approved for use in fire service rescue service and disaster control operations It is especially unsuitable as a sports or motorcycle helmet CE 0299 Asia Pacific Bullard Asia Pacific Pte Ltd Notified Body Authorized Representative and 0299 Distribution FA PSA Pr f und Zertifizierungsstelle Americas Europe E D Bullard Company Bullard GmbH Owner of certificate and distribution Bevollmachtigte Vertretung und Vertrieb Bescheinigungsinhaber und Vertrieb Authorized Representative and 1898 Safety Way Distribution LHK Building Zwengenbergerstrasse 68 oat Cynthiana KY 41031 9303 Lilienthalstrasse 12 701 Sims Drive 04 03 42781 Haan Toll free 877 BULLARD 285 5273 53424 Remagen Germany Singapore 387383 2011 Bullard All rights reserved Sure Lock is a registered trademark of Bullard Tel 65 6745 0556 Fax 65 6745 5176 www bullard com Tel 49 2642 999980 Fax 49 2642 9999829 www bullardextrem com Tel 859 234 6616 Fax 859 234 8987 www bullard com 6029009189DEU 0112
8. n working with chain saws or devices used for cutting and prising open etc Visors are not suitable for use at high ambient temperatures The visor should be removed for structural fire fighting The performance of your visor has been tested under the temperature range 40 C to 120 C Components not being marked T should not be used under extreme temperature Mesh visors are not suitable to protect against heat flames sparks hazardous liquids molten material or electricity Damaged visors must be replaced Marking of the visor Explanation of marking marking is based suitable down to 40 C S abrasion resistance INO Dati fog Contact with liquid chemicals The durability of the visor and adapters was tested with the following chemicals Chemical Sulfur dioxide sodium hydroxide D p Xylene undiluted butane 1 oL undiluted undiluted oncentration i Diagram transmission factor Traf FPEinagree ai 1 i 55 wri ra ae k oor Lage ie rip repeera le i m The radiant heat protection provided by this visor varies with the temperature of the heat source as shown in this graph The visor should only be used in situations where it can reduce the exposure of the wearer s eyes to below 100 W m2 Protective goggles Fasten the goggles on the headband and adjust to the required contact with the face via the two loose ends of the strap A To remove the goggles pull the two side handles B forw
9. tor or Bullard Europe directly if in doubt or to check your helmet At regular intervals conduct a check of the helmet shell inner parts straps and accessories Warranty Bullard provides a warranty for a 24 months period from the date of purchase in respect to manufacturing and material faults The helmet will be repaired replaced or credited at the discretion of Bullard The helmet must be sent to us carriage free as a precondition for claiming warranty it must not be modified and the damage must not have resulted from improper use Bullard is on no account liable for damage failure in use or other indirect accidental consequential or special costs expenses or damages which could arise for the buyer even if Bullard has been informed of the possibility of such damage aSullard Accessories and replacement parts The use of components other than mentioned below along with the helmet might cease the CE approval of your helmet according EN443 2008 All accessories and replacement parts are designed for the use along with your helmet These must not be used along with other helmets or as self contained Accessories and replacement parts are subject to technical changes and completion Please check www bullardextrem com for latest information Colors H2000 lumenescent yellow HLOOOOEM and other colors on demand Certification equipment 7 HBR Head ring with ratchet H2000 Your helmet has been tested and certifie
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