DMM ASCENT, KIDS ASCENT User Instructions

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User Instructions

DMM

www.dmmwales.com

Climbing and Mountaineering Helmet

EN 12492

1. Shell.

2. Headlamp attachments.

3. Headband adjustment.

4. Chin strap and nape adjustment.

5. Chin strap buckle and adjuster.

Explanation of Safety Label

DMM: Manufacturer

EN 12492: European Standard - Climbing and Mountaineering Helmet

DMM International Ltd.,

Llanberis, Gwynedd, LL55 4EL, Wales, U.K.

Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]

F326/QA/4/Mar. 2010

Keep this leaet for your own records. The owner is obliged to complete this information immediately after purchase.

Issued To (User Name):

Date + Place of Purchase:

Date of Issue:

Date First Used:

Model Code:

Batch Number:

Date Inspected

Comments / Action

Pass ? (Yes / No)

Signature

EN 12492

Size: 54/62 cm
Weight: 365 grams
Production Date: e.g. Year

e.g Quarter

DMM

1°

2010

2° 3° 4°

Model: Ascent

Diagram 1

EN 12492

Size: 48/57 cm
Weight: 320 grams
Production Date: e.g. Year

e.g Quarter

DMM

1°

2010

2° 3° 4°

Model: Kids Ascent

Manufacturer’s Instructions, Service and Maintenance Notice (“User Instructions”).

IMPORTANT: Please read and understand this information before use.

Please retain this information for future reference.

General Information:

(1) This product is classied as a rock climbing and mountaineering helmet. It cannot be used for any other kind of sport.

(2) Immediately before every use, visually/functionally inspect to ensure that this helmet is in a serviceable condition and operates

correctly. The shell should have no cracks or deformities. The attachment points of headband to the shell, and the chin strap and

headband adjustment should be inspected. We recommend a thorough inspection at least once a year by a competent person (this

may be the manufacturer). This inspection should be recorded on the inspection form supplied.

(3) Lives depend upon your equipment. The user should be fully aware of its history (use, storage, inspection etc.). If this equipment

is not for personal use (e.g. used in mountaineering centres) we strongly recommend a systematic approach to record keeping.

This should always be carried out by a competent person.

(4) WARNING: if you are in any doubt whatsoever about the safe condition of this helmet REPLACE IMMEDIATELY.

(5) It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that he/she understands the correct and safe use of this helmet.

(6) This helmet is designed for use in normal climatic conditions (-20°C to +35°C).

(7) This helmet is constructed so that the energy of an impact may be absorbed through its partial destruction; though the damage

may not be visual. IF IT SUFFERS SUCH AN IMPACT THE HELMET SHOULD BE DESTROYED AND REPLACED

(8) No responsibility will be accepted by DMM for damage, injury or death resulting from misuse. If in doubt contact DMM. There

is no substitute for instruction by a trained and competent person.

(9) No special transportation precautions are necessary; however, avoid all contact with sharp objects, chemical reagents or other

corrosive substances, and avoid crushing the helmet. Do not sit on the helmet.

(10) WARNING: do not apply stickers or paint to the helmet. They may contain substances that signicantly affect the strength of

the helmet.

Maintenance and Servicing:

Note: this helmet is not user maintainable with the exception of disinfection and cleaning as detailed below.

(11.1) Disinfection/Cleaning: if soiled rinse in clean warm water of domestic supply quality (maximum temperature 30°C) with mild

detergent at appropriate dilution (pH range 5.5 - 8.5). Dry naturally away from direct heat.

(11.2) Storage: after any necessary cleaning store unpacked in a cool, dry, dark place in a chemically neutral environment away

from excessive heat or heat sources, high humidity, sharp edges, corrosives or other possible causes of damage. Do not store

wet.

(11.3) Life Span and Obsolescence: it is very difcult to estimate this due to local use and storage conditions but a conservative

estimate would be 5 years. However, the following may reduce the life span of this product:-

Impact / Chemical Contamination / Heat Contamination (above normal climatic conditions) / Mechanical Deformation &/or Distor-

tion / General Wear / Corrosion / Heavy &/or continues use.

(12) European Union Type Examination :

EU type examination for this product is carried out by Notied Body No. 0497:-

C.S.I., Milano, Italy

NOTE: These instructions and information are designed to cover the requirements of annex 11b of European Directive 89/686/EEC

relating to Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.). Some of the information hereon may seem irrelevant but we are required under

the aforementioned Directive to provide this information to the user of this product.

Adjuster in locked position

Diagram 2

Diagram 3

Fitting the helmet

The headband adjuster wheel is

turned to t the headband to the head.

See diagram 2.

The Y-chin strap can be adjusted for-

wards and backwards, and locked.

See diagram 3.

The chin strap buckle must be

adjusted and locked together under

the chin.

The t of the helmet on the head

should be comfortable, secure and

stable.