AX Series Helmets User Manual
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1. over helmet shell and over the outside edge of the helmet shell e Secure snap tabs around faceshield mounting brackets e Pivot faceshield to ensure no snagging of the helmet cover Aluminized Shroud Installation e Begin at rear of the helmet and snap shroud to the helmet cover e Make certain that chinstrap is hanging inside the shroud after snapping to helmet cover A WARNING Read all instructions and warnings before wearing this helmet Performance properties of NFPA 1971 2013 cannot be tested by users in the field After removal from the wearer the helmet should be inspected for damage and soiling after each use The helmet should be adjusted by means of the adjustment points provided to permit a proper fit that does not interfere with the SCBA while in use These adjustments should be done prior to actual fire fighting activities Helmets damaged or deteriorated beyond economical repair should be removed from service Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or serious injury Pre Use Information Marking Recommendation and Restrictions Use only accessory equipment of the type included in the original helmet or approved by Bullard Using unauthorized accessories may dramatically change the performance of the helmet All helmet markings e g front identification shields title tapes decals retro reflective trim etc must either be supplied by a Bullard authorized fire service distributor or authorized for us2. 7 Sure Lock ratchet headband C R635 Brow pad D R628 Ratchet height adjuster E R636 Crown pad Additional Accessories not pictured R260 Aluminized Helmet cover R757 Aluminized shroud Also Available R758 Aluminized shroud R761 Aluminized air bottle cover AX Series includes FX Thermoglas helmet Colors AX Series helmets are available in nine standard colors white red black yellow blue orange lime yellow pink and green A WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS FIREFIGHTER HELMET AX Series helmets are constructed with high quality materials and workmanship They are engineered to provide limited protection against head injuries when properly adjusted for fit and when worn by firefighters during normal fire fighting activities They are not designed for direct contact with flames or molten metal or for protection against hazardous chemicals biological or radiological agents Contact of these fire helmets with live wires should be avoided NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY the helmet s design or construction without explicit written instructions from Bullard Store helmets in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight Inspect your helmet and suspension system regularly regardless of how often it is used If you notice any sign of wear damage abuse or environmental degradation replace the shell and or suspension immediately If the helmet has sustained a forcible blow impact it must be rep
3. a Dal o AX Series Helmets a bular d User Manual Get a Custom Fit with the U Fit System Congratulations Your helmet was designed with the U Fit System offering 12 custom comfort settings Follow the instructions below to adjust the ride and balance of your helmet 1 Try on your helmet and check the initial balance fit and comfort by rotating your head 2 Remove the Ear Neck Protector to better see how to adjust the back of the helmet 3 Pop the dark colored U Channel Figure 1 away from the black inner liner There is one U Channel in the front of the helmet and one in the back of the helmet 4 You can tailor the fit by adjusting the tabs which control ride height and posts which control forward backward level balance 5 Adjust the ride of your helmet There are three tab positions on the U Channel A B and C Each of the tab positions affects the location of the ratchet by approximately one inch For the lowest ride on your head position the tabs to A For a higher ride position the tabs to B or C 6 Adjust the balance of your helmet There are two post positions 1 and 2 on the U Channel Change the post position to adjust helmet balance 7 Next try the helmet back on your head to see if the adjustments to the back of the helmet were helpful You may want to make another round of adjustments as described above to maximize the balance and fit Typically firefig
4. articles that are 5 YEARS ON THE HELMET SHELL AND LIFETIME NFPA 1851 10 YEARS ON THE returned within the warranty period shown to be defective after inspection by NON ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FROM THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE OF THIS Bullard and subject to the following limitations PRODUCT Helmet must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges prepaid RETURN AUTHORIZATIONS Contact Customer Service to obtain written permission to return any product Material returned for credit will be subject to factory inspection Current products or products under warranty will be subject Helmet must not have been abused neglected or damaged in transport to a rehandling charge less original freight charge Obsolete or special order products cannot be returned without written permission Helmet must not be altered from its original factory configuration In no event shall Bullard be responsible for consequential damages incurred by Replacement Parts for AX Series Helmets CATALOG NUMBER DESCRIPTION R144 Nomex chin strap with quick release buckle and postman s Slide fastener R151 Faceshield mounting hardware kit R340 6 gold coated faceshield R921 Replacement inner crown system for FX and PX Includes inner shell Sure Lock ratchet headband brow pad crown pad urethane impact liner 6 point nylon crown strap assembly and velcro strips A R112 Nylon crown straps with crown pad A R113 Nomex crown straps with crown pad B R63
5. e in writing by Bullard All helmet accessories e g flashlight brackets communications head sets etc must be either supplied by a Bullard authorized fire service distributor or authorized for use in writing by Bullard Cleaning Remove shroud and helmet cover headband and crown straps Clean inner and outer shells with mild soap or detergent Wash the ear neck protector headband brow pad crown pad and crown straps in warm soapy water and air dry at room temperature Clean faceshields with mild detergent rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry with a soft cloth Users should not wear helmets that are not thoroughly cleaned and dried Contamination and Decontamination Special precautions must be taken if your protective helmet becomes contaminated with chemical or biological hazardous materials The guidance for these precautions should be coordinated with the appropriate local state and federal authorities having jurisdiction for hazardous materials HAZMAT Contaminated helmet ensembles should be isolated contaminate s identified and bodily contact should be avoided Avoid spreading the contamination to interior spaces of buildings or vehicles any living quarters or personal belongings If possible seal the contaminated ensemble in a leak proof sealable air tight container Disposal should be done in adherence to local state and federal laws If the helmet is to be reused it MUST be decontaminated before reuse Decontamina
6. hters don t need to adjust the front of the helmet If however the adjustments to the rear of the helmet don t meet your needs you can work on the front of the helmet by first removing the browpad As with the back of the helmet you can adjust the height and post position on the U Channel piece Keep in mind that the front of the helmet is a key interface to the SCBA and most people prefer position C 8 Lastly when making your adjustments re install the Ear Neck Protector and Browpad using your fingers to smooth the surfaces to avoid bunching To size the Sure Lock ratchet headband 1 Turn the ratchet knob counterclockwise until headband is at largest size Figure 3 U Channel 2 Place the helmet on your head and turn ratchet knob clockwise until headband is snug and comfortable EA CAN Tab positions To raise or lower faceshield p4 aK aean Oz through quarter 1 Release tension knobs found on both sides of the helmet 2 Tighten knobs once faceshield is in desired position NOTES Performance properties of NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting 2013 Edition cannot be tested by users in the field Figure 1 NFPA 1500 Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program 2013 Edition requires members who engage in or are exposed to the hazards of structural firefighting shall be provided with and shall use a protective ensemble that shal
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8. l meet the applicable requirements of NFPA 1971 2013 Edition POAUUTECRATT HUA e The protective ensemble must be used by members only under direct supervision of their fire department or employer in a manner consistent with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 132 General Requirements of Subpart I Personal Protective Equipment e For information on NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection Care and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structrual Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting 2014 Edition and basic cleaning and inspection guidelines visit www bullard com trainonline WARNING Read all instructions and warnings before wearing this helmet Only the end user may separate this manual from the element Manual must be removed prior to putting the helmet into service After removal from the wearer the helmet should be inspected for damage and soiling after each use The helmet should be adjusted by means of the adjustment points provided to permit a proper fit that does not interfere with the SCBA while in use These adjustments should be done prior to actual structural fire fighting activities Helmets damaged or deteriorated beyond economical repair should be removed from service Failure to follow these instructions could cause death or serious injury Instructions for Installing Aluminized Helmet Cover and Shroud Aluminized Helmet Cover Installation e Insert D ring on helmet shell through slot in helmet cover Beginning at rear D ring pull cover
9. laced even if there is no visible damage THIS HELMET MUST BE PROPERLY ADJUSTED AND SECURED TO THE HEAD WITH ALL COMPONENTS IN PLACE USED AS SPECIFIED IN MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS Do not modify or replace any component of this helmet including the shell energy absorbing system retention system fluorescent retroflective markings ear covers or faceshield with components or accessories other than those certified for use with this product Modification or replacement with other than Bullard parts voids compliance with NFPA 1971 2013 NO PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR CAN PROTECT AGAINST ALL FORESEEABLE IMPACTS For maximum protection under these standards the helmet must be of good fit and all retention straps must be securely fastened Use only with a Bullard suspension system This helmet should be inspected by the user for visible damage prior to each use Immediately replace shell or suspension at first sign of ear damage or degradation HELMETS CAN BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED BY SOME COMMON SUBSTANCES THOUGH SHOW NO DAMAGE TO THE NAKED EYE CLEAN ONLY WITH MILD DETERGENT AND WATER DO NOT USE OR EXPOSE HELMET TO PAINTS SOLVENTS CHEMICALS ADHESIVES GASOLINE OR LIKE SUBSTANCES STORE IN A DRY COOL PLACE AWAY FROM DIRECT SUNLIGHT Failure to follow these instructions and avoid potentially hazardous situations could result in death or serious injury Helmet model AX meets or exceeds all performance specifications under NFPA 1971 2013 C Amer
10. tion should be performed using procedures established by decontamination professionals that will remove contaminate s while minimizing damage or compromise to the helmet Failure to do so could result in increased risk of injury illness disease or death CAUTION Users should not wear helmets that are not thoroughly cleaned and dried Do not use solvents or paint thinners on Bullard helmets as they could permanently mar surfaces or degrade the protective properties of helmet components Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to the helmet aa Sullard Bullard Fire Helmet Warranty the user or a third party whether those damages include loss of use or other indirect incidental or consequential damages special costs or expenses Bullard Bullard offers a best in class warranty Bullard warrants to the original purchaser offers no warranty on components or accessories NOT manufactured or supplied that the firefighter helmet and non electronic components are free of defects in by Bullard materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five 5 years from the date of manufacture on the helmet shell and lifetime as defined ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY in NFPA 1851 10 years warranty on the non electronic components The Bullard AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO FIVE obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing
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