Specialized Snell Helmet User Manual

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HELMET OWNER’S MANUAL

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SPECIALIZED HELMET OWNER’S MANUAL

ABOUT THE LIMITS OF YOUR HELMET

our helmet will not protect against injury in all types of accidents. Even while wearing a helmet, low

Y speed accidents may r

Because ever

tial or complete protection. Studies have shown that you are better off with a helmet than

vide par without one.

A bicycle helmet does not pr

. A bicycle helmet will not protect against injuries to the spine, neck, or face.

cover

WARNING: No protective headgear can protect the helmet wearer against all for

Specialized r helmet that covers mor helmet low in the front to protect the forehead. Studies have shown that area is mostly likely to be impacted in a bicycle crash. Make sure the helmet fits snugly and is tightly fastened at all times.

esult in serious head injury or death.

y accident scenario is different, it is impossible to know whether use of a helmet will pro-

otect what it doesn't cover, and as noted it may not protect what it does

eseeable impacts.

ecommends that you choose a helmet which provides the most coverage, as a

e of your head may provide additional protection. Always wear your bicycle

ABOUT YOUR HELMET

The Specialized helmet is one of the lightest, coolest, most comfor is intended to r fully constr

It is extr do its job, this helmet must fit pr

educe the harmful effects of a blow to the head. Accordingly, the helmet is very care-

ucted, and inspected repeatedly during the manufacturing process.

emely important to familiarize yourself with the proper use and care of your new helmet. To

ABOUT THE W contain many instr tant for you to understand ever your first ride. If you do not, please contact your authorized Specialized retailer with any questions you may have. Also, failure to follow any of

ovided instructions or warnings could void your warranty, and,

the pr most importantly, could result in severe personal injury or death. Because of this, we will not r instruction.

WARNING: In the event of any impact or blow, do not use this helmet.

e may be damage invisible to you, which may reduce the ability of

Ther the helmet to reduce the harmful effects of a blow to the head. Such a helmet should be r replaced.

operly, be worn properly, and be properly fastened.

ARNINGS: This manual and the stickers inside your helmet

uctions and warnings about your helmet. It is impor-

eturned to Specialized for inspection, or destroyed and

ything communicated in them before

epeat this in regard to each warning or

table helmets available. Your helmet

WEARING THE SPECIALIZED HELMET

THE PROPER FIT

All Specialized helmets are available in a wide range of styles and sizes designed to fit most anyone. Of course head size is independent of how old you are so select a helmet that fits you snugly with out being uncomfortably tight.

ARNING: For

W maximum pr tion, this helmet must be fitted and

attached properly to the

er's head in accor-

wear dance with the following instructions. If after adjustment of the pads and retention system the helmet does not fit pr

, do not use the helmet.

n it to the Dealer or

Retur Specialized.

HOW

TO FIT THIS HELMET

oper use, the helmet must

For pr sit level on the head and low on

ehead in the manner

the for shown in Diagram 1. The Specialized helmet uses a simple, quick-release buckle retention system that, once adjusted, can be buckled and unbuckled with out changing the adjustment. For proper use, the straps must be snugly and evenly tensioned.

To properly fit your helmet:

A) Position the helmet like in Diagram 1. Diagram 2 shows how NOT to position the helmet. B) Position the U-Turn centered, just below your ears like in Diagram 3. C) If the helmet needs to be adjusted simply flip the U-T

You want to position the helmet so the helmet is covering your forehead and that the buckle is positioned under the chin and back against the throat. Lastly adjust the straps so they are

table around the ears.

comfor D) Once the U-T

(Diagram 4) and you should feel a snap. When the U-Turn is in the downward position tug on the straps to make sur

E) With the U-Turn now locked and in the proper position as shown in Diagram 3, it is now time to adjust the strap tension at the buckle. Adjust the strap tension so that it is snug yet comfortable (Diagram 5) by pulling both strap ends through the buckle "Ladder Lock" to either tighten or loosen as needed. Use the "O-Ring" to secure any excess strap as shown in Diagram 6.

WARNING: Always make sure that your U-Turn is in the fully closed and locked position before riding your bicycle. Never use your helmet with the U-Turn in the open or unlocked position.

otec-

oper-

urn lever upward and adjust the straps.

urn is in the proper positioning simply flip the lever downward to lock the U-Turn

e the U-Turn is in its fully locked position.

e is a good test for determining if you have properly adjusted your helmet: With the helmet posi-

Her tioned on your head as shown in Diagram 1, you should feel the chin strap pull fir chin as you open your mouth.

When all straps ar or rear. If your helmet moves to the front more than 1/2", increase the rear strap tension. With the chin strap tightly fastened, the helmet should not be able to be r side mor

Specialized helmets come with either the PRO Fit or FORM Fit Retention systems, which stabilizes the helmet, helping it stay in position when you ride. When pr

ound your head and cradle it with firm, but comfortable pressure.

This helmet must be of good fit and the straps adjusted pr

tection in the event of a blow or impact.

e evenly tensioned, buckle the chinstrap and attempt to pull the helmet off the front

e than approximately 1/2".

WARNINGS: Always make sure the retention system is properly adjusted and the buckle is pr this instruction could result in serious personal injury, as the helmet may not stay in position while riding or during a fall. For pr

e the loose end of the strap is tucked through the rubber "O" ring.

sur Check for pr

it, and periodically during use. Do not wear anything under

bundled hair, headphones, barrettes, as the helmet may loosen or come

f. Do not wear anyone else’s helmet and don’t loan your

of helmet to anyone else.

operly fastened before you ride. Failure to follow

oper fit and adjustment often, including each time you wear

neath your helmet, such as a cap, hood,

olled backwards, forwards or side to

operly adjusted this system will wrap

mly against your

operly to afford pro-

oper use, make

CLEANING YOUR SPECIALIZED HELMET

Use only water

This helmet has been tested and cer Helmets, 16 CFR 1203. A copy of this regulation can be obtained by visiting CPSC.gov.

, mild soap and non-abrasive cloth to clean the helmet’s shell, pads and retention system.

ARNING: This helmet can be damaged by contact with common sub-

W stances (for example, certain solvents (ammonia), cleaners (bleach), paints, abrasives) and this damage may not be visible to the wear Do not use this helmet if it has been exposed to such substances.

ARNING: Do not take risks just because you ar

ARNING: This helmet has been designed for recreational bicycling.

W This helmet has not been approved and is not intended for extreme uses such as downhill racing at high speeds, jumping or leaping with a fully suspended bicycle, snow sports, water sports, motor sports, street hockey, playground activities, or other activities where face, ear protection or coverage is desired.

tified to meet and exceed the Bicycle Safety Standard for Bicycle

ARNING: A bicycle helmet is for bicycling only! Always wear a helmet

W when bicycling. When you get off your bicycle, remove your helmet. Do not wear a helmet while climbing tr equipment, or, at any time while not riding a bicycle. Adults: Instruct children to follow this warning. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury, death by strangulation, death.

ees, in play areas, on playground

e wearing a helmet.

er.

, or greater

The shell of this helmet is constr

entilation holes may allow harmful objects to pass in the helmet interior.

V WARNING: Do not attach anything to your helmet,

including mir High temperatures (above 110° F, 43° C) may melt the helmet’s shell. Do

not stor Do not use if the shell has been melted or defor

The pr upon many factors such as dents, dings, and exposure to pollution,

mful chemicals, and long term exposure to the sun. The Snell Memorial

har Foundation r

Note: The useful life of your helmet may be less than five years as a

esult of exposure to sunlight, rough handling/storage that results in

r dents or cuts or as a r

rors or lights.

e your helmet in your car or anywhere else near a heat source.

otective capability of your helmet will diminish over time, dependent

ecommends that helmets be replaced after five years.

esult of heavy use.

ucted of expanded polymer foam.

med.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The following information pertains to helmets purchased in the USA only. For warranty information outside the USA, please contact the authorized Specialized dealer or distributor in your local market. Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. war uct is free from defects of material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (l) year from the date of the original purchase. If within one (l) year from the date of the original

chase, this product is found to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use or ser-

pur vice, Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. will, at its sole option, r charge, provided that the Original purchaser returns the product to an Authorized Dealer indicating the specific reasons for returning the product and proof of date of purchase. Specialized does not

ranty any helmet damaged by heat.

war THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO, AND IS VOID AS TO, EFFECTS OR PHYSICAL DAMAGE

TING FROM ABUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER REPAIR, IMPROPER FIT, ALTERATIONS, MODIFI-

RESUL

TIONS, OR USE CONTRARY TO THAT INTENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. SPECIALIZED DIS-

CA CLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXCEPT THE WARRANTY SET FORTH IN THIS SECTION, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS THE WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILI-

. SPECIALIZED BICYCLE COMPONENTS, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL

TY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL

ARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL OTHER REMEDIES GUARANTEES OR

OTHER W LIABILITIES ARISING BY LAW OR OTHERWISE.

No person or representative is authorized to assume any liability on behalf of Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc., in connection with the sale of this product.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limita tions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This war from state to state.

ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary

rants to the Original Purchaser of this product that the prod-

epair or replace the product without