closed and adjust the other side. Readjust the chin strap if necessary. On the S4, SST, and Sonic, adjust the front and rear straps by sliding the strap guide up or down.
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While you have that Nine.9 or S4 in your lap, you should practice removing and reattaching the Weatherstrip™ vent plugs and ear flaps. Both help keep winter cold, snow and drips away from your scalp but are easy to remove on warm days or in hot situations. On the Nine.9 simply unsnap the ear flap from the liner and slide the chin strap through the ear pad strap loop. To remove the S4 ear flaps it’s as easy as unsnapping the ear pad from the webbing and pulling out of helmet. For additional temperature control, the Nine.9 also features a removable neck roll.
When you are satisfied with your strap adjustments, put the helmet on and try to pull it off from the front and back. A correctly fitted helmet should be comfortable and should not move forward to obscure vision or rearward to expose the forehead. If you can’t adjust the helmet to meet these requirements, DO NOT USE THE HELMET. Replace it with a different size or a different model.
IF YOU HAVE AN ACCIDENT
Remember that this helmet is designed to absorb shock by partial destruction of the energy absorbing liner. This damage may not be visible. Therefore, if subjected to a severe blow, the helmet should be destroyed and replaced.
Fortunately, if your Giro helmet is damaged in an accident within three years from its date of purchase, Giro will help you replace it. Please contact Giro, or the Giro Distributor in your country, for program details.
IF YOUR HELMET CAME WITH A CHINGUARD OR VISOR
Note that your Giro chinguard was designed for use while skiing and snowboarding. Neither the helmet nor the chinguard are intended for moped or motorsport use.
Giro snowsport chinguards and visors are attached with bolts. Be sure to check these bolts, and retighten if necessary (using a 3MM Allen wrench or a coin, depending on the bolt), every time you go out on the slopes.
