NVS 6
MANUAL
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4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
4.1 The NVS 6 is constructed so as to provide pilot’s safety during
operation.
4.2 In case of emergency the helicopter crewmembers shall take
off (throw off) the NVS 6 night-vision goggles before evacuating the
helicopter.
To ensure successful removal of the unit, the crewmember using
the NVS 6 in flight should be trained to quickly execute the night-vision
goggles. In an emergency evacuation from the helicopter expedient
removal is essential for his/her safety.
4.3 Care should be taken to protect the unit from direct exposure of
its lenses to high-level optical radiation.
CAUTION: NEVER SWITCH ON THE UNIT DURING DAY LIGHT
UNLESS PROTECTIVE CAPS ARE INSTALLED ON T HE UNIT
LENSES. DO NOT KEEP THE UNIT IN THE BRIGHT LIGHT SOURCES
FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.