UST Series Helmets
Replacement Parts Installation Manual
Replacement Parts Installation Instructions
Faceshield
Remove spring clip from each knob. Completely remove the tension knob
(handwheel) by turning counterclock-wise. Remove compression and
faceshield washer to release faceshield. Reverse process to install new
faceshield (Figure 1).
Faceshield Mounting Hardware
Remove faceshield as described above. With a Phillips head screwdriver
remove the four screws that hold the mouting blocks in place. Install new
mounting hardware (Figure 1).
Chin Strap
With a Phillips head screwdriver remove the four screws that hold the
mounting blocks in place (Figure 1). Replace chin strap and reinstall
screws.
Ear/Neck Protector
The ear/neck protector is attached to the inner shell of the helmet by
three hook and loop material strips. To remove the ear/neck protector,
grip the helmet firmly in one hand. Take a firm grip at one end of the ear/
neck protector with the other hand, and pull down and away from the
helmet. To replace, first fasten the ear/neck protector to the hook and
loop material strip at the back of the helmet, then the side strips (Figure
2). Make certain the flannel material on the ear/neck protector faces
inward against the head.
M-Pact Plus Molded Inner-Liner System
With a Phillips head screwdriver remove the four screws from the
mounting blocks (Figure 1). Lift out the impact liner and inner crown
assembly (Figure 3). To install new assembly, reverse process. Make sure
date stamp on M-Pact Plus impact liner is positioned at the front of the
helmet.
NOTES
• Performance properties of NFPA 1971 cannot be tested by users in the field.
• NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health
Program requires members who engage in or are exposed to the hazards
of structural firefighting shall be provided with and shall use, a protective
ensemble that shall meet the applicable requirements of NFPA 1971, Standard
on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting.
• The protective ensemble must be used by members only under direct
supervision of their fire department or employer in a manner consistent with
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.132 General Requirements of Subpart I, Personal Protective
Equipment.
• For information on NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance,
and basic cleaning and inspection guidelines, visit www.bullard.com/trainonline.
Crown Straps
Remove impact liner and inner shell as previously described. Remove
crown strap keys from inner shell, noting the position of straps and
headband. Thread new crown straps into headband and install keys in
inner shell (Figure 3). Make certain that crown straps are not twisted. Red
thread on 6-point crown strap indicates side straps. Reinstall impact liner
and inner shell into the outer shell and secure it with the mounting blocks
as previously described.
Sure-Lock
®
Ratchet Headband
Remove impact liner and disconnect crown straps from inner shell as
previously described. Remove old headband by firmly pulling the front
portion of the headband toward the center of the helmet to release the
tabs from the black posts (Figure 4). Repeat to remove the rear portion of
the headband. Attach new headband by positioning the vertical adjustment
tabs at the front and back of the headband on the black posts and snapping
into place.
Brow Pad
The brow pad is attached with hook and loop material. To remove, simply
pull from one end. To install new brow pad, wrap brow pad around
headband with the foam pad facing the headband with the fire resistant
cotton flannel next to the forehead. Secure the hook and loop tabs at all
points.
Reflective Markings
Peel off old reflective markings. Do not use solvents to remove. Clean the
outer shell surface with warm water and soap. After surface is dry, install
new reflective markings.
WARNING
Read all instructions and warnings before wearing these helmets.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in death or serious
injury. Only the end user may separate this manual from the element.
Manual must be removed prior to putting the helmet into service.
Figure 3
Figure 1
Figure 4
Tab
White
post
Figure 2
Hook and
Loop Material
Faceshield Bracket
T-Nut
Screws
Loop Clip
Knob
Washer
Visor Bracket
Chinstrap
Block
Screws
