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HELMET USE
This helmet is intended only for pedal cyclists, skateboarders, rollerskaters, or
LIMITED IMPACT PROTECTION
Helmets reduce or prevent many injuries. But, impact forces, even in a common low speed accident, can result in serious injury or death. Energy absorbing materials used in helmets crush on impact. Sometimes, the blow can crush the material completely. When this happens some of the force is transferred to the head. If the force is great enough it can cause injury or death. Because every accident is different, it’s impossible to predict when this might happen. Any helmet subjected to a severe impact should be discarded and destroyed.
HELMETS CAN’T PREVENT ALL HEAD INJURIES
Some head injuries are not caused by impacts at all, but by other forces. You can scramble an egg just by shaking it. You don’t have to break the shell to destroy the con- tents. Helmets cannot prevent this type of injury.
HELMETS CAN’T PROTECT WHAT THEY DON’T COVER
The helmet will not protect the neck or any area of the head it doesn’t cover. Always wear a helmet low in the front to protect the forehead. Make sure the helmet fits snugly and the straps are adjusted to hold the helmet firmly in place when tightly fastened.
YOU SHOULD
ALWAYS:
1Wear your helmet low in the front to protect the forehead.
2Fasten your buckle and tighten your chin strap.
3Check your adjustments every time you wear your helmet.
4Inspect your helmet regularly for signs of wear or damage.
5Replace your helmet immediately if it shows any visible signs of wear or damage. Helmets have a limited life span of use.
6Replace your helmet after an acci- dent, even if no damage is visible.
7Clean your helmet with mild soap and water only.
8Store your helmet in a cool dry place.
9Wear a helmet whenever you ride.
10Wear a helmet designed for what you’re doing.
11Ride safely.
YOU SHOULD
NEVER:
1Wear a helmet that’s been in an accident, even if no damage is visible.
2Loan your helmet to anyone.
3Wear someone else’s helmet.
4Wear your helmet with the buckle unfastened.
5Wear your helmet tipped back to expose your forehead.
6Wear anything under your helmet.
7Wear this helmet while operating a motor vehicle.
8Make any attachments other than those recommended in this manual.
9Clean your helmet with chemical cleaners.
10Store your helmet in hot and damp places.
11Take unnecessary risks just because you’re wearing a helmet.
12Modify or remove any original component parts of the helmet other than as recommended by the manufacturer.
PARENTS:
A helmet is NOT a toy. DO NOT allow your children to use while climbing or in other play activities, where a risk of strangulation exists.
