Instructions, Warnings, and Cautions

for Type I Helmets

Type I Protective Helmet (Supplemental Information on Instructions and Warnings)

Note: This Type I Protective Helmet training Warning: • Fold sweatband over headband as you
material references the instruction manual Suspension and helmet sizes must match would wear it.
printed on helmet packaging for all Type I (example: use only standard size suspension • Fold clips out and up; strap will wrap
Protective Helmets. MSA Type I helmets include with standard size helmet). Otherwise, helmet between clip and headband, and
V-Gard® Caps and Hats, V-Gard 500 Vented and protection ability will be reduced and may result between clip and helmet shell.
Non-Vented Caps, SmoothDome® Caps, Topgard® in serious personal injury or death.
Caps and Hats, Thermalgard® Caps, Thermal-E • Push each of four clips into its slot
Installing and Adjusting the Suspension: (Figure 2); you should feel and hear
Caps, Skullgard® Caps and Hats, and Comfo®
Caps. These MSA helmets comply with ANSI/ISEA All helmets are shipped with suspension them snap into place.
Z89.1 - 2009 for Type I helmets. V-Gard Caps uninstalled to prevent distortion during shipping. • For 6-point suspensions, take one of two
(standard size ONLY) and Hats, SmoothDome Installing Fas-Trac, Staz-On, or 1-Touch double clips on each side of suspension’s
Caps, Topgard Caps and Hats, Thermalgard Caps, Suspensions (4- and 6-point models): center and push it into slots on each side
and Thermal-E Caps are also certified to CSA of accessory slot inside shell (Figure 3).
• Set helmet upside down on its crown.
Z94.1-2005 for Type I helmets provided that the Repeat for opposite side.
helmet is assembled with MSA’s 1-Touch® or • Line up suspension so that sweatband is
Fas-Trac® Suspension. If, after reading these at front next to brim (Figure 1).
instructions, you have questions concerning NOTE: If helmet label displays reverse symbol
protection offered by these helmets, please call , suspension may be installed in reverse
MSA Customer Service at 1-800-MSA-2222. (sweatband opposite brim) to allow helmet to
be worn with brim at rear of head (Figure 2).

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

 Adjusting Fas-Trac, Staz-On, or 1-Touch Suspensions (4- and 6-point models):

• For Fas-Trac Suspensions, turn knob counter-clockwise to open ratchet Place helmet on your head and push down on its top until headband and
band to its maximum size. Turn knob clockwise to tighten and fit (Figure 4). shell are at comfortable height. Be sure to leave air space between your head
• For Staz-On Suspensions, tighten nape strap while sliding tab to your left and helmet crown; your head should not touch crown. Air space provides a
until headband fits comfortably (Figure 5 & 6). shock cushion to help protect your head.

• For 1-Touch Suspensions, squeeze lock on nape strap to loosen, and

squeeze finger tabs together to tighten (Figure 7 & 8).

Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8

Inspection: Useful Service Life Guidelines: • This helmet must fit securely on head to
provide maximum protection.
Before and after each use, inspect the helmet for This helmet was made with high-quality, wear-
wear and damage: resistant materials, but it will not last forever. • Never store gloves, cigarettes, earplugs,
Shell Inspect your helmet before and after each use and etc., between suspension and helmet shell,
replace any part(s) as required. Always replace your as objects in this space can transmit large
• Inspect the shell for breakage, cracks, craze helmet after it has withstood an impact or forces to head and neck resulting in serious
pattern, discoloration, chalky appearance, or penetration. As the manufacturer of your helmet, injury or death.
any other unusual condition. we recommend that you replace the following:
• If any of these conditions exist, replace shell • Never use this helmet as a vehicular or
• Suspension - replace after no more than sports helmet.
immediately, as these conditions can indicate 12 months of use.
that helmet has lost its capacity to protect • Never alter or modify this helmet in any way.
from impact, penetration, and/or electrical • Shell - replace after no more than five years
shock. of use. • Never use paint, solvents, or hydrocarbon-type
Warning: cleaners (M.E.K., thinner, gasoline, kerosene)
Suspension on this helmet, as these substances may cause
• Check suspension for loss of flexibility. Failure to follow these warnings can result in unnoticeable damage.
serious personal injury or death.
• Check suspension for cracks, breaks, frayed
straps, or damaged stitching. • This helmet provides limited impact and
penetration protection to top of head.
• If any of these conditions exist, replace
suspension before wearing helmet. • This helmet is not specifically designed to
protect against front, side, or rear (that is,
Helmet Care:
“lateral”) blows.
• Clean helmet assembly regularly with MSA’s
• As an Industrial Protective Type I helmet, this
Confidence Plus® Cleaning Solution (P/Ns
helmet should be effective against small tools,
10009971 or 10032737) or mild soap (no
bolts, rivets, and similar hazards. Some
detergents) and warm water.
conditions can exceed this helmet’s capacity to
• Helmets must be cleaned regularly in order to protect against serious injury or death. Avoid
be adequately inspected. A clean suspension areas where chance of severe impact or
also helps to offset skin irritation. penetration exists.
• Do not throw, drop, or use helmet as support. • CLASS E and G helmets provide limited
As with any piece of specialized equipment, electrical protection as outlined in ANSI/ISEA
this helmet must not be abused. Z89.1-2009 and CSA Z94.1-2005. Class C
• Store helmet in clean, dry environment, not helmets provide no electrical protection.
over 49° C (120°F).

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