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1. A Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation Aeg E Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation ey iN2. CONTACT DETAILS Leatt Corporation No 50 Kiepersol Crescent Atlas Gardens Contermanskloof Durbanville 7550 Cape Town South Africa Tel 27 21 557 7257 Fax 27 21 557 7381 Email info leatt brace com Website www leatt com Postal Address Suite 109 Private Bag X3 Bloubergrant 7443 South Africa WiNcs F com SPINAL CORD RESEARCH FOUNDATION A percentage of your Leatt Brace purchase price is donated to the Wings For Life sspaceral cord research foundation www wingsforlife com Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation 1 2 MANUAL Note The products depicted in this user manual may vary to some degree in product graphics or color Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation Motor Sports and racing can be dangerous Participation in these activities can result in severe brain head and neck injuries which may result in paralysis or death Although the Leatt Brace is designed to help reduce the risk of such injuries there is no guarantee that any injury will be prevented by the Leatt Brace GPX Club Ili use of this or any other safety equipment Read all instructions prior to use Before putting on your Leatt Brace each time please review and comply with the following cautions and Tabl e o f con ten ts instructions below ie oe lt GPX Cl bIll Exploded VIEW sssisscsamesinn Page 03 04 T The Leatt Brace cannot protect against all possible impacts and or injuries Although the Le
3. front member should be inside the chest protector and the upper front member should be outside the chest protector Figure 11a The same applies to the rear upper and lower members Figure 11b If your chest protector is a smaller size you may have to widen the head opening of the chest protector Most chest protectors allow for this adjustment In the case of very small children allow the front lower portion to rest on the outside of the chest protector Some junior riders elect to remove the hard outer portion of the shoulder padding from their chest protectors for comfort Figure 11a Figure 11b Chest Protector Roost Guard Padding Fitment The DBX Comp Padding is fitted through a series of Rubber clips and Velcro straps Start fitting the the padding on the Velcro straps situated at the very tips of the front and back top plastics see Figure 12a Wrap each padding down towards their specific lower plastics and thoracic where the padding is hooked through the lower plastics and thoracic using the rubber clips Figure 12b Please be sure to use the front padding on the front assembly and the back padding on the back assembly of the brace Figure 12a Figure 12b Velcro Rubber clip Chest strap Once your DBX Comp is set up correctly to your body size and shape you also have the option of attaching the Chest Strap Although this is not a vital component the Chest Strap can provide additional stability and
4. inspection or destroy and replace the Leatt Brace i e Leatt Brace fitment step 1 osesssosssssssnnnnnnnrrnnrrrrrrrnnnnn Page 09 T Common substances applied to this brace solvent cleaners hair tonics etc can cause damage that may be invisible to the user and compromise the effectiveness safety of the Leatt Brace Wash only with gentle soap or o detergent in cold water rinse in cold water and dry with a soft cloth e Adjustment and fitting with spacers cccceeeeeeseeeeees Page 09 10 T Do not drill holes paint cut heat bend or make any other modifications to the Leatt Brace unless authorized in advance by the Seller Doing so may compromise the effectiveness safety of the Leatt Brace Strut and thoracic assembly 7 step Dy cacttneudaviotcatiateuceaavitiences Page 11 12 T The brace has been tested using various static and dynamic tests but has not been tested on riders under race conditions for instrumented impact assessment this product is of a new design i e Opening and Closing the Brace ccccceeseeeessseeeeees Page 12 T The brace has been tested on a wide range of users and bicycle types and should fit you and your bicycle if not minor adjustments may be required for proper fit Failure to properly adjust the brace before use may compromise i rider safety and brace effectiveness e Padding inserts asaies trsiyesttcty eames dete nes states needa tes deeuceuntseates Page 13 T Always attach yo
5. med 5 10 511 179 181 sml sml sml med med 5 11 6 181 183 sml sml med med 6 61 183 185 sml med med 61 6 3 185 190 med ft cm sml med refers to either a medium on the smallest setting or a small on the biggest setting JL Chest circumference right below Height bag the arms ChB Cae vee me Neer a Leatt Brace fitment step 1 The brace has been fitted on a wide range of users and Motorcycle types and should fit you If not minor adjustments may be required for proper fit Failure to properly adjust the brace before use may compromise rider safety and brace effectiveness When correctly adjusted and worn with the user s safety helmet the Leatt Brace should allow the full range of normal head and neck movements i e looking up looking down and looking side to side such as when performing an over the shoulder check the Leatt Brace and the helmet only coming into contact with each other as the full range of normal movement is reached Your DBX Comp 3 brace is supplied with four pairs of different sized Spacers for adjustment The Medium Spacer is fitted as standard Start by fitting your brace without the thoracic assembly attached on your shoulders and chest as shown below in Figure 2 Ad Ensure 4 comfortable a fit to shoulders Figure 2 7 Change spacer i ei to short or long _ E F according to fit MA Adjustment with Spacers
6. E AS THEY HELP PROTECT YOU IN CERTAIN RIDING SCENARIOS THESE PARTS ARE REPLACEABLE AND OFFERED FOR SALE IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A WARRANTY CLAIM TAKE THE BRACE BACK TO THE RETAILER YOU BOUGHT IT FROM TO ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY PLEASE GO TO THE WWW LEATT COM AND FILL OUT THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM OR EMAIL WARRANTY LEATT COM erl A Copyright 201 o 2 Leatt Corporation ec E Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation ay Nie pp lt A GPX Club Ill exploded view Parts Components List Parts Components List aryf a 17 9 BHCS M4 10 BHCS M4 22 10 Stainless Steel Washer 18 10 Deg Strut 11 Back Screw Plate 19 Thoracic 12 Circlip 20 Shim 13 Circlip Rivet 29 17 21 Back Top Plastic 14 Back Top Plastic 22 Back Padding 15 BHCS M4 20 Rivet 29 24 16 Nylon Washer 1 2MM Lever BHCS M4 18 Serrated Washer Front Top Plastic Front Top Screwplate M3 Bolt Front Lower Plastic Front Padding 10mm Spacer 25 Hinge Bottom 26 Hinge Top 27 CSCS M4 16MM 28 RIVET 29 14 29 Front Screwplate ONOOaRWND pop _ NYDY DPD PY NNa Pp A User manual introduction Welcome to the world of Leatt and thank you for choosing our product The Leatt Brace you have purchased is based on years of academic research and extensive evaluation of the mechanisms
7. If the brace is too loose around your neck with the fitted Medium Spacer and does not sit comfortably on your shoulders and chest fit the Short Spacer see Figure 3 If the brace is too short and therefore too tight simply fit the Long Spacer t Brace fitted without strut and thoracic member on rear Ensure comfortable fit to chest F Figure 3 Spacer sizes Short Spacer 0mm Medium Spacer 10mm Long Spacer 20mm Extra Long Spacer 30mm Fitting the Spacers Unscrew the 2 Buttonhead Cap Screws see Figure 4a with the supplied Allen key Slide the Spacer out once the Cap Screws are removed see Figure 4b and replace by sliding the desired Spacer back in the same way Now screw in the 2 Buttonhead Cap Screws with its washers in place to secure the newly fitted Spacer Figure 4a Butonhead Cap Screws ee h Back Assembly Fitted Medium i spacer x Figure 4b Slide Spacer in or out in this direction erl Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation Ad A Strut and thoracic Strut and thoracic assembly step 2 Continued Figure 5a assembly step 2 Insert the strut into the rear member of the brace starting with one shim on either side of the Rausch AEE E A EE E strut Figure 7a The strut and shim will always be contained within the brace so that you can assembly as shown in Figure 5a amp b adjust the brace at any time There is no need to fit the lo
8. RESPECT TO THE BRACE OTHER THAN THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN HAVE BEEN PROVIDED LEATT CORPORATION UNDERTAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE QUALITY OF THE GOODS EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED HEREIN LEATT CORPORATION TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY THAT THE GOODS WILL BE FIT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE FOR WHICH YOU MAY BE BUYING THE GOODS EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED HEREIN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE In the event of a crash 1 Should your Leatt Brace be damaged as result of a serious accident no Warranty Claim is possible 2 The Leatt Brace is designed to become damaged as it helps protect you i e thoracic strut snaps off 3 The Leatt Corporation would like to hear from you if you have been involved in a crash event The feedback is used to advance the understanding of crash dynamics in the Leatt Lab and assist in improving our products 4 In event of a crash if you have supporting footage photos or medical information please download the Injury Assessment Form from the address below gather all the supporting information and submit it to the address below 5 After evaluation by the Leatt Lab and subject to the Leatt Lab discretion incentives may be offered for fully completed Injury Assessment forms Download the Crash Event form from www leatt com crash events and email to crash events leatt com f
9. ashers and or the Back Component See Parts Components List on page 3 are worn cracked and or deformed or if the inside padding has deteriorated We wish you many safe hours of enjoyable racing and riding with your Leatt Brace Please contact us with any questions or comments at info leatt brace com We recommend that you replace your Leatt Brace every two years of normal racing conditions and replace any components that are damaged in a serious accident As a condition of purchase receipt of the Leatt Brace the user has fully read and understood the User Manual and understands that although the brace is desgined to help reduce brain head and neck injuries when worn in conjunction with a full faced helmet there is no guarantee that any injury will be prevented by the use of the brace Each brace must be set up for the individual user and be of the correct size and fi t As a condition of purchase and or receipt of the Leatt Brace the user has read and familiarized himself herself with the technical aspects research and test results relating to the Leatt Brace provided at Leatt Corporation s website www leattbrace com and understands the nature of the brace and its intended use and correct fi tment As a condition of purchse and or receipt of the Leatt Brace the user understands and recognizes that the brace has not been tested on riders in race conditions for instrumented impact assessment and that this
10. att Brace is designed to help reduce the risk of such injuries there is no guarantee that any injury will be prevented by the use of this equipment Perform any bicycling sport activity with caution and use wear appropriate safety equipment sg a iii PEE pprap Ese e Test specifications xcs p sncsncccetecsecevnlsctce ste stadeaseeiesecteesteces crass Page 04 T For maximum performance the Leatt Brace must be properly fitted and attached according to the instructions in the user manual It is recommended that this product be used only in conjunction with a helmet with a permanent fixed chin part e g full face helmet motorcross DH helmet DO NOT USE WITH A JET HELMET Use at your own risk e User manual introduction ssiseviesessscectuasscscnanadsavendsacsaindxvarinsacs Page 05 For maximum performance the Leatt Brace must be inspected prior to each use STOP using the Leatt Brace A i any components show signs of damage or are worn cracked and or deformed or if the inside padding is e Leatt Brace sizing chart ccccccsesssceceeeeeeeeeeeeessesssneeees Page 07 08 deteriorated Leatt Corporation recommends that the Leatt Brace be replaced every two 2 years under normal racing conditions re e Brace fitment T Should you experience a collision or if the Leatt Brace or any component shows any signs of damage cracking deformity and or the inside padding is deteriorating return the Leatt Brace to the seller for
11. cking cap screw Figure 7b at this time Now refit the brace If the brace is pulled slightly backward place the two shims before the strut towards the front of the brace if the brace has become too loose place the two shims behind 7 Degree Wedge M4 Cap ie the strut towards the rear of the brace Slender riders can insert the 7 Degree Strut locates into SEE ee back assembly Wedge upright between the thoracic Figure 7a Figure 7b assembly and the strut Figure 6 Place one shim on each side of strut as it is inserted into brace Thoracic DO NOT USE THE WEDGE WITH THE 17 DEGREE STRUT Locking Cap Screw to fasten strut Figure 5b Figure 6 Upright position of the 7 i degree wedge 10 Degree Strut m E Opening and Closing the Leatt Brace back assembly You can either hinge open the Leatt Brace from the left or right Figure 8a or remove the front member completely Figure 8b M4 12mm Cap i Screw fastening strut Figure 8a Figure 8b to thoracic assembly _ M4 10mm Cap Screw fastening strut to thoracic M4 18mm Cap Screw 7 Degree Wedge added between strut and thoracic assembly e Please use the nylon washers between the screws and the strut Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation Ad pent A Padding inserts Adjustment screws step 3 When the 10 20 and 30mm spacer is used fit padding insert to cover exposed spacer on the With t
12. comfort On the front lower and thoracic part of the Comp padding are strap loops Figure 13a Hook the Straps through the Loops using the strap hooks Figure 13b Both front and back need to be hooked through for strap to be effective Figure 13a Figure 13b Eqs Hook strap through loop erl 26 Strap hook Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation Ad w a A Looking after your Leatt Brace You may want to wash your Leatt Brace after hard riding The brace and integrated padding should only be washed with a gentle soap or detergent in cold water rinsed in cold water and dried with a cloth only Common substances applied to this brace solvent cleaners hair tonics etc can cause damage that may be invisible to the user and compromise the effectiveness safety of the Leatt Brace Always refer to the material content label on the Leatt Brace None of the materials used are known to contain anything that might cause an allergic reaction or be dangerous to your health When storing your Leatt Brace place it on a clean dry surface and store in a dry well ventilated environment away from direct sunlight and extremes of temperature Do not place heavy objects on top of the Leatt Brace For maximum performance the Leatt Brace must be inspected prior to each use Stop using the Leatt Brace if any of its components including but not limited to the Front Component Hinge Lever Assembly Spacers Strut Nylon W
13. he brace sitting comfortably on your shoulders sit on in your vehicle to determine the range inner brace structure of movement you require to ride drive comfortably 1 Peel back rear padding to expose velcro 2 Place padding insert over exposed spacer Both the front and rear members are adjustable to your requirements in terms of range of head 3 Re apply padding movement front to back even at extremes this range of movement is acceptable as a general rule set up the brace in the highest position comfortable Once you have determined this by moving the front member up and down hand tighten the locking screws as shown in Figure 9a front and Figure 9b rear Figure 9a of lo ai A Front adjustment screws Figure 9b Screws Torque setings for screws All screws except the clip hinge countersunk screws should be maintained at 2Nm The clip hinge screws should be maintained at 1Nm Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation CFE Ag i A z Fitting the DBX Comp Ill with body armor If you use a body armor system place the thoracic member under your back protector and then choose whether you wish to place the front member of your Leatt Brace under or over the padding of the body armor Figure 10a Figure 10a Figure 10b Body Jacket Back Protector May be worn under or on top of body armor as long as thoracic is under the back protector Figure 10b If you use a chest protector the lower
14. is a new design Should you not wish to accept the terms of this Indemnity please return the Leatt Brace Always attach your helmet correctly according to manufacturer s guidelines ensure all your safety equipment has not passed its recommended lifespan and travel race with safety as an important principal As a condition of purchase and or receipt of the Leatt Brace the user waives any claims against Leatt Corporation the inventor manufacturer any subcontractor agent or Global Distributor Leatt Corporation the inventor manufacturer any subcontractor agent of Global Distributor will under no circumstances be liable to any person for any damages direct indirect bodily or otherwise including injury or death that may be sustained by any person as a result of the use of the Leatt Brace any alleged defect therein or its alleged failure to afford the protection offered by it or for any consequential loss of profi ts or damages suffered by any person however such loss or damage may arise or for any other reason of from any other circumstances of whatsoever nature Leatt Corporation RSA No 50 Kiepersol Crescent Atlas Gardens Durbanville Contermanskloof 7550 Cape Town RSA Tel 27 0 21 557 7257 Fax 27 0 21 557 7381 Leatt Corporation USA 26320 Diamond Place Unit 130 Santa Clarita California 91350 Tel 800 691 3314 Fax 661 295 6888 Email info leatt com WARRANTY DISCLAIMER NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH
15. nal Safety Environment Future Conference Cologne Germany 9 10 October 2006 e Side Impact Simulations Using a Validated Pendulum Test Methodology Leatt Corporation Biomechanics Division e Leatt Manufacturing Test Specification Issue 2 e EN 340 Protective clothing General Requirements The first five test specifications listed assess the ability of the Leatt Brace to help reduce forwards and backwards movement of the wearer s head and neck in a collision or when impacting the road surface Leatt Manufacturing Test Specification Issue 2 includes evaluations of the resistance of the Leatt Brace fastenings to opening in the event of an impact The chemical content of the materials and components used in the construction of the Leatt Brace has been assessed in accordance with the requirements of EN 340 Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation ry Ad w a A Leatt Brace sizing chart Sizing Chart The size of the brace should be correct for your body shape and allows for adjustability to ensure l correct fitment and comfort no matter what your application is Size Range Small 4 16 years old thin build to fit wearer height 97 5 165 cm When correctly adjusted and worn with your helmet the Leatt Brace should allow for a full Medium 16 years average to bigger build to fi t wearer height 165 cm safe range of a rider s head and neck movements i e looking up looking d
16. of head and neck injuries together with testing in test facilities and via simulation software The brace has been tested using various static and dynamic tests The Leatt Brace is part of the protective equipment ensemble available for use by participants in cycle and motor sports activities The design rationale behind the Leatt Brace is to help bring the head to a controlled stop during an accident fall This is achieved by providing a padded rigid structure that helps act as an alternative load path for neck forces Helmet impacts otherwise transmitted from the helmet to skull and then to the neck are re directed from the helmet to the brace and then to other body structures The design of the Leatt Brace helps prevent the helmet head from projecting over the brace and therefore helps prevent a fulcrum action which has been documented in literature pertaining to the use of collar devices The Leatt Brace may be worn with most types of motor sport body armor and chest protectors Over long distances the Leatt Brace will also offer some relief from neck fatigue The Leatt GPX neck brace system helps prevent the following extreme movements e head forward HyperFlexion e head rearward HyperExtension e head sideways Lateral HyperFlexion e head helmet rearward on the neck Posterior HyperTranslation e coupled axial loading Helps prevent axial loading only when the axial forces act in combination with other mechani
17. own and looking side to side such as when performing an over the shoulder check the Leatt Brace and the helmet must come into contact with each other as the full safe range of normal riding head Chest circumference 20 0 c cece cece cece ee ee esta ease en ees movement is reached 21 6 33 5 33 9 35 35 4 37 37 4 43 3 Inches If any resistance or discomfort is experienced when attempting to complete the full range of head Height a _ 5o 94 asain a and neck movements or if the brace does not make contact with the helmet when the full range of movement is reached further adjustment or an alternative size of Leatt Brace may be required PE 4 7 106 139 sml In extreme circumstances it may be necessary to purchase an alternative model of helmet in order E i i ai 51 140 155 sml sml med to achieve the required level of compatibility and safety PP 5g 156 163 sml sml med med Please ask the retailer or contact Leatt if you require further advice on sizing adjustment or fitting oN A X e Ey Bo Please use the sizing chart below to ensure that you have purchased the correct size Leatt Brace 5 6 5 7 167 169 sml sml med med med The sizing chart is based on your height and chest circumference right below the arms therefore I Pare a ren pens a make sure that you take the correct measurements before utilizing the chart on next page 5 8 59 173 175 sml sml sml med med 59 5 10 176 178 sml sml sml med
18. sms The Leatt Brace has also been tested against the manufacturer s specifications and EC Type and it is CE marked to denote compliance with the EU Personal Protective Equipment Directive 89 686 EEC Please e mail any comments you might have to info leatt com The Leatt GPX Club Ill Brace Figure 1 has been designed to be set up in stages to suit your requirements Please follow the fitment process carefully It should take you about 20 minutes to complete Examination certification has been issued by SGS United Kingdom Ellesmere Port CH65 3EN England UK Notified Body No 0120 o u s Figure 1 Medium spacer fitted Rear Upper Member with brace h Rear Lower Member Thoracic Member ay Front Lower Member Please note The product shown may vary in colour Brace components are depicted in contrasting colours to indicate individual identification Front Upper Member Test specifications Test specifications including the following have been used in the evaluation of this product e Eurotype Hybrid Ill instrumented sled tests Land Mobility Technologies document No P 2 00 00431 May 2004 e BMW Pendulum Testing and Validation Model using Lifemod BMW Test Facilities Munich Germany 2006 e Innovations at BMW Motorrad in the development of equipment for motorcycle riders to reduce the risk of injuries based on the example of the Neck Brace System proceedings of the 6th Internatio
19. ur helmet correctly according to seller s guidelines Ensure that all of your safety equipment has not passed Dey Ondits Tecommencedlie Spal Inaveviace Wii SAY gS yaur primary principle e Torque settings fOr SCreWS ccccecccseeeceeeeeeeeeeeaeesseeeees Page 13 If you have any questions regarding this product or its proper use please contact Leatt Corporation at e Adjustment screws step 3 ccccceeeeeccsseeeeeseeeeeeeeseeees Page 14 Leatt Corporation RSA No 50 Kiepersol Crescent Atlas Gardens Durbanville Contermanskloof 7550 Cape Town RSA Tel 27 0 21 557 7257 Fax 27 0 21 557 7381 e Fitting the GPX Club IlI with body armour 00 Page 15 Leatt Corporation USA 26320 Diamond Place Unit 130 Santa Clarita California 91350 i i BPE ee Padding FIMEN sce ctres ecto seige Sen cetera tate inin a anie Page 16 Email info leatt com Copyright 2012 Leatt Corporation e Chest strap E E E E aie ela nina on ace ence ee T ache enc eeeaes Page 16 WARRANTY DISCLAIMER e Looking after your Leatt Brace cccceseeeeeeeeseteeeees Page 17 YOUR LEATT BRACE IS WARRANTED TO BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING FOR ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE CRASH DAMAGE NEGLECT ABUSE OR ALTERATION OF YOUR Indemnity and warranty disclaimer esanee tec ssaasccncacaesaeneseynesitencs Page 18 BRACE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY SEVERAL PARTS OF THE LEATT BRACE ARE DESIGNED TO FRACTUR
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