User Instructions
Safety, Training and Maintenance
PACIFIC SPECIAL
APPLICATION HELMETS
Industrial Rescue

ANSI Z89.1-2003 US Standard
EN397/1995 European Standard
AS1801 Type 1, 2 & 3 Australian Standard

IMPORTANT NOTICE
This user information leaflet is to be removed
from the helmet only by the end user.

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A PACIFIC HELMET
Your new helmet incorporates materials and design ideas which are primarily designed to safely protect you - the wearer - from all foreseeable dangers and to give the best possible comfort, convenience and style that a modern safety helmet can provide.

Please read the basic maintenance and care instructions. If followed, your helmet should provide many years of protection.

This modern safety helmet has been carefully engineered and manufactured to precise design and performance criteria. Our objective is to provide you with a safety helmet which is lightweight, comfortable, practical to use, incorporates the very best materials available and is built to the highest standard of workmanship. If care is taken with this helmet it will provide protection and safety in excess of the minimum requirements of the relevant Standards to which it is constructed.

If for any reason the helmet has or develops a fault, please contact the Distributor from whom the helmet was purchased and identify the problem before the warranty period expires.

USER INFORMATION
PROPER USE
This helmet is designed for special applications such as Wildland/Bushfire, Lightduty Rescue and Industrial Hot work. It may be used for bush or rural fire fighting provided optional face shield and neck protector are fitted. It is not recommended for urban or structural fire fighting.

This helmet is a complete safety system that should be treated as such. Under no circumstances should the helmet be dropped or carelessly used in anyway which could cause damage. This damage may not be visible or even if visible, it may in some instances reduce the helmets performance.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANSI Z89.1 - 2003

Safety considerations:
No helmet can protect the wearer against all possible types of impacts. The capacity of the helmet’s designed level of protection could be exceeded in some reasonably foreseeable perilous emergency services incidents.
For maximum protection, the helmet must fit firmly on the head and all retention straps must be securely fastened.
No attachments should be added or alterations made to the helmet except those recommended by the helmet manufacturer. Do not remove parts from the helmet without replacing them with genuine replacements.
The helmet is designed to absorb shock by partial destruction of the shell and liner. This damage may not be visible. Therefore if subjected to a severe blow, the helmet should be returned to the equipment service center or your local helmet distributor for inspection or replacement.

Limitations of use:
This helmet is designed for use in Lightduty Rescue, some Industrial and Bushfire Applications.
Users are cautioned that if unusual conditions prevail (for example, higher or lower extremes of temperature than those described), or if there are signs of abuse of or damage to the helmet or of any component, the degree of protection maybe reduced. Any helmet that has received an impact should be removed from service, since the impact may have substantially reduced the protection offered.

Helmet marking recommendations and restrictions:
Subject to the restrictions on modification or drilling holes, most self adhesive labels and other forms of external markings can be applied to the shell.

Performance Properties and Precautions:
The helmet user is cautioned that most of the performance properties of the helmet cannot be safely tested by the user in the field. Because helmets can be damaged, they should not be abused. They should be kept free from abrasions, scraps, and nicks and should not be dropped, thrown, or used as supports. This applies especially to helmets that are intended to afford protection against electrical hazards.

Warranty information:
Any warranty claim must be lodged with and through the supplier who will advise on the condition and warranty time limits applying.

Damage resulting from reasonably foreseeable training or actual incidents is considered fair wear and tear and is therefore not covered by warranty.

USA Master Distributors
ALLIANCE FIRE & RESCUE, INC
Building 4, Northeastern Industrial Park
Guilderland Center, New York 12085
United States of America
PH (866) 825 2124 FAX (518) 861 0144
E-mail: sales@alliancefireandrescue.com

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH EN397 INDUSTRIAL SAFETY HELMETS
European Standard

Performance
Complies with EN397 “Industrial Safety Helmets”

Accessories
Chinstraps, Face Shields of varying sizes and thickness, neck protectors and lights are available from the manufacturer. Only accessories approved by the manufacturer should be fitted to the helmet.

Classes of Protection
The protection provided by the helmet makes it suitable for special applications both
on and off public roads.

Obsolescence
The helmet can be expected to remain in service for 5 years, when it is not damaged
during use. The Face Shield, is replaceable and replacement will be necessary if it is damaged during use, e.g: if badly scratched or if vision is obscured.

Optional performance requirements.

EN443 Samples of this helmet have been tested and exceed the following optional performances.
C1.5.7 C1.6.8.2 C1.6.8.3 C1.6.2.4	Radiant heat classification:14kW/m Wet helmet insulation test Surface insulation test Low temperature classification -30°C	[14] E2 E3 ***

Details of accessories approved by manufacturer
Accessories are not provided in different sizes.

Appropriate spare parts include the following

1. Shell
2. Windlace shell brim extrusion
3. Screws
4. Complete liner
5. Liner headband assembly
6. Complete chinstrap
7. Face Shield and hinge hardware
8. Neck Protector (Ear Flaps)

Packaging
A helmet carry bag is avaliable. (Part# A104102). For freighting we recommend that the helmet is package in a recyclable carton with suitable paddding.

Markings
No special markings are required on Fire Helmets and Rescue Helmets certified to EN443.

Warning
This helmet is not designed to provide protection from the following hazards; non-ionising radiation, ionising radiation and external radiation. The safety intended to be provided by the helmet can only be ensured when it is properly assembled and correctly fitted and that removeable parts should not be worn separately

Documentation in the language of the country of use is available from the distributor.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED TO BE READ IN CONJUNCTION WITH RESCUE HELMETS
AS1801 Type 1 Industrial
AS1801 Type 2 Hot Work
AS1801 Type 3 Bushfire

No helmet can protect the wearer against all possible impacts.
For maximum protection, the helmet must fit firmly on the head, and all retention straps must be securely fastened.

No attachments should be added or alterations made to the helmet except those recommended by the helmet manufacturer. The helmet is designed to absorb shock by partial destruction of the shell and liner. This damage may not be visible. Therefore if subjected to a severe blow, the helmet should be returned to the manufacturer for inspection or replaced, even if it is apparently undamaged.

The helmet may be damaged and rendered ineffective by such materials as petroleum and petroleum products, cleaning agents, paints and adhesives, without the damage being visible to the user.

For the list of suitable cleaning agents that can be applied to the helmet and face shield, please
refer to the section on “General Cleaning and Repairs”. If in doubt, please contact the helmet
supplier.

WARNING
If damaged due to severe impact or deterioration of the helmet shell, the helmet is to be
referred to the Service section and or if necessary returned to the supplying agent or distributor for inspection, or be replaced.

Do not modify or remove parts or add accessories which are not approved by the manufacturer.

Replace harness and other components as recommended by manufacturer.

Manufacturer’s instructions should be followed for cleaning – helmet and faceshield may be seriously damaged by certain substances.

This helmet must be properly adjusted and secured to the head with all components in place to provide the designed level of protection.

NOTE: Type 3 Bushfire helmets must be fitted with chinstraps and a minimum area of reflective trim. Neck protectors are recommended but optional. Chinstraps should be done up at all times.

	Fitting and Using the Pacific Special Application Helmets
1. The Pacific Cradle Harness There are three parts to the pacific cradle harness unit. The cross over ribbons, the domes to secure the harness in place and the ratchet cradle unit as picture to the right.
2. Cross over ribbons Each helmet is fitted with 3 cross over ribbons that attach to the domes and the cradle unit. Instructions on how to remove and replace the cradle assembly unit, are detailed later.
	3. Adjusting the size to fit your head: Ratchet Adjustment: Rotate ratchet control knob to expand or contract band to provide comfortable but firm fit.
A correctly adjusted helmet should be comfortable and secure on the wearer's head without the chin strap needing to be done up.
4. Doing up the Chinstrap securely: Check the operation of the chin strap buckle before putting the helmet on your head. When the buckle is closed, both trigger arms on the female side must be depressed before the male side will withdraw.
Replacing Chinstrap
Use a clean, soft work area to attach the replacement chinstrap to the shell.
	1) Start by removing the rear thumb screw that holds the rear loop on,You will now be able to remove the head cradle.
	2) Rotate shell and undo side thumb screws, remove strap.
To fit new strap, reverse, above mentioned instructions.
Replacing Ribbon Cradle Harness
1)   Use a clean soft work area to assemble the helmet - invert helmet shell to work on. Remove current components; domes, ribbons, cradle.
	2) Starting with centre ribbon, press one dome through from the outside of the shell, and hook on the ribbon hanger. Pull down firmly until notched into the top of the slot. Repeat for opposite side. Note: diagonal ribbons have different hangers from the centre ribbon.
	3) Repeat the above process for the two diagonal ribbons. Make sure the offset lug (to which the headband attaches), on the side of these ribbon hangers is facing towards the centre ribbon hanger.
	4) With the black sweat pad facing towards the front of the helmet, place the headband into the open shell. There are twin slots in the headband adjacent to the lugs in the diagonal ribbon hangers. Open each slot so that they hook onto the lugs on the ribbon hangers. Use either slot, depending on whether a high or low setting suits your head best. (Note: the centre ribbon does not attach to the headband)
Centre Ribbon	5) Finished Cradle Assembly

GENERAL CLEANING and REPAIRS

Do not use helmets that are not thoroughly cleaned and dried.

EXTERNAL CLEANING OF SHELL

Use general cleaning materials such as normal household polishes (Pledge, Brasso and Jiff).
After exposure to flame, fumes or non-toxic chemicals use the following procedure:

1. Wash the helmet shell down in warm soapy water.
2. Remaining pollutants can be cleaned with any spirit cleaner like M.E.K., Acetone (wipe
off quickly) or Methylated Spirits. Avoid contacting the face shield/eye protector with any solvents. Again, wash off in warm soapy water.
3. Where necessary, wash or dry clean the neck protector.

Decontaminating the helmet after toxic and biological exposure.
At all times comply with your Department's standing instructions. In general decontamination requires the use of clean water with some detergents. Use anti-bacterial or anti-biological agents strictly in conformity to Fire Department instructions or follow National/Federal/State Hazardous Materials guidelines.

CLEANING THE SHIELD

Use warm soapy water and be careful to avoid scratching. Avoid using spirit (petrol-chemical) based cleaners as these affect the polycarbonate. Most water based proprietary window cleaners can be used on polycarbonate surfaces.

INTERNAL CLEANING

Follow the general cleaning instructions above, avoiding the use of chemical-chemical cleaners unless absolutely necessary. However all internal materials are resistant to most chemical cleaning agents.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CRITERIA

Maintenance requirements will vary depending on the level of use and the age of the helmet.

a) Check the helmet after incidents where it could have received damage.
Avoid dropping the helmet wherever possible.

b) 6 and 12 monthly, or whenever considered appropriate, visually inspect
all sub-components for wear and tear or damage. Thereafter repeat at similar intervals.

c) 2 and 5 year checks
Repeat (b) above but replace the following items:
1) Cradle/Assembly Unit.
2) Face shield hinge system and polycarbonate shield/eye protector.
3) Replace the neck protector after 50 wash cycles.
4) Any other deteriorated components.

d) Destroy the helmet and replace it at any time where damage is evident that may effect
your safety, or when the helmet may no longer comply with the Standard to which it was
manufactured.
Never modify the helmet, or drill holes in the shell.
Dropping the helmet on to a hard surface from reasonable heights (>1m/3 feet) may
damage the paint, and the shell laminate. Small scratches or marks on the painted surface
are unlikely to affect the performance of the helmet.

e) Storage
Use the rear storage hook (where fitted) but if possible store out of direct sunlight
especially behind glass or in vehicles during high summer temperatures.
Helmet trim (reflectorising) and some paint colors can be affected by ultra-violet light.
Helmet shells painted with photo-luminescent (glow in the dark) paint require storage in
day or incandescent light, in order to glow at night.

f) Lifespan
UV resistant shell. Minimum 5 year expected lifespan, subject to fair wear and tear.

PACIFIC HELMET REPLACE DECISIONS

Destroy the shell and replace if:
1. Shell shows signs of major laminate failure/breakage. This will either take the form of deep indentations from falling objects or major crushing.
2. Helmet has suffered excessive heat or burning.
3. This includes any charring of the paint or helmet substrate.
4. Acids and chemicals may damage the shell paint or substrate, and if there is visible signs
of this destroy the shell and replace it.
5. If the shell shows signs of distortion to its shape. This can be seen as “sagging” or
“drooping” when it is compared to a new helmet. This type of damage would be most
unusual in the Pacific helmet as it does not melt.

Components which can be replaced:
1. Shell
2. Domes/Cradle assembly unit
3. Complete chinstrap
4. Face Shield
5. Neck Protector

The products and the various sub-components are supplied with varying warranties
(depending on the model) from 1-2 years.

SHELLS
Covered by 2 year warranty.

EAR FLAPS/NECK PROTECTORS
6 month warranty. We recommend they be replaced after a maximum of 50 wash cycles.

FACE SHIELD
6 month warranty. Replace once scratched or deformed by heat, smoke or other pollutants.

COMPONENTS
1 Year warranty (except Face shields/neck protectors).

These warranties cover only faulty materials or workmanship and exclude fair wear and tear, of which the Manufacturer (or his agent) shall be the sole arbiter.

Many fire fighting, or rescue operations including training or simply careless use can result in damage to the equipment, which is not covered by the warranty.

Follow instructions in this booklet for regular checks on this equipment and when making repair/replace decisions. Most components are available as spare parts.

In particular, fire personnel involved in repetitive hot fire training will require their helmets to be replaced at frequent intervals certainly no longer than one year. This is dependent on the duration, frequency and exposure to heat and pollutants. All staff involved in hot fire training should wear their helmets with aluminized hoods over the shells when engaged in these activities.

The above warranty time limits do not imply any form of helmet life expectancy. These time frames simply place reasonable limits on the discovery of faulty materials and allow these to be dealt with.

Kevlar reinforced composite helmets shells and most other subcomponents can be expected in normal operating circumstances to have a useable life expectancy in excess of 10 years.