Black Diamond Equipment HALF DOME, Instructions For Use Manual

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DO NOT paint your helmet.
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Stickers may have adhesives that can degrade the helmet shell
material. Contact Black Diamond or your Black Diamond retailer to
obtain stickers approved for use on your helmet.
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Do not sew, resew, burn or singe loose threads, bleach the webbing, file
a buckle, modify or change a helmet in any way. Any modifications to
the helmet void the warranty and may negatively affect its performance.
StoraGE aND traNSPort
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Store all of your gear in a clean and dry environment, out of direct
sunlight and away from heat sources and corrosive materials.
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Keep helmets and other sewn climbing equipment away from gnawing
rodents and pets.
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Protect your helmet from abrasion, crushing force and sharp objects
during transport.
LIfESPaN
The lifespan of your helmet is dependent upon how frequently you use
it and on the conditions of its use. With occasional use and proper care
the lifespan of a textile or plastic product is 5 to 8 years, with frequent use
and proper care the lifespan of a textile or plastic product is 2 to 5 years,
and the maximum shelf life is 10 years.
factors that reduce the lifespan:
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Impact—both severe and mild
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Abrasion, cuts, wear
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Heat
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Sunlight
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Corrosives
INSPEctIoN aND rEtIrEMENt
Inspect your helmet for signs of damage and wear before and after each
use. It is vitally important that your helmet be in good condition.
retire a helmet immediately if:
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It has sustained a severe blow.
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There are any cracks or dents in the helmet surface or the helmet interior.