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Instructions for use
The Smart Guard Model 207/210/240 conforms to EN13158: 2018, Level 3, and the BETA Standard 2018, it is CE Marked con-
forming to PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425, EU Type Examination by ITS Testing Services (UK) Limited, Centre Court, Meridian
Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WD, UK. Notified Body number 0362.
Classification
This body protector is for equestrian use only and is intended for horse riders and those working with horses. It is intended to
provide some protection from impact consequent on falling from horses. Such impacts may be against soft or hard ground, or
objects such as trees, vehicles, posts or rails. Injuries involving severe torsion, flexion, extension or crushing of the body will
not be prevented. Spinal protection is not provided. Injuries cannot be entirelyprevented but should be reduced in severity.
EN13158: 2018 and The BETA Standard Protection Levels
This body protector has been manufactured and tested to meet the requirements of EN13158: 2018, the European Standard
for ‚Protective Jackets, Body Protectors for horse riders‘. It is CE Marked showing confirmation to the Personal Protective Equip-
ment Regulation (EU) 2016/425 In addition, it has been tasted to BETA 2018 Standard for Horse Riders Body Protectors. The
EN13158: 2018 and the BETA Standard have specific tests to establish the performance of garments under impact.
There are three categories of protection as follow
Level 1, green 2018:
Protectors providing a lower level of protection that is only considered appropriate licensed jockeys.
Level 2, orange 2018: Protectors providing a lower than normal level of protection that is only considered appropriate for
use in low risk situation.
Level 3, blue 2018:
Protectors providing a level of protection that is considered appropriate for normal horse riding, com-
petitions, and for working with horses. It is not certified as suitable for any other use.
This garment has been tested and certified to Level 3
It is important to select the level of protection suitable you‘re riding activities.
Selecting the Correct Size
Choose your size from the sizing table included in these instructions
A - Chest: measured around the largest part of the chest.
B – Waist: measured around the waist above the hips and close to the lower rib.
C – Waist to Waist over the Shoulder: measured from front waist to back waist over the chest and shoulder.
Width:
if you are at the top or bottom of a size range for girth, we recommend you try the two closest sizes to establish which
is the most comfortable.
Length:
Use the over shoulder measurement to select the garment with the back length most suited to your height and body
proportions. It may be necessary to try on more than one variation to find the best fit. The back of the body protector should
be as long as possible without touching the saddle during riding.
1. Use a tape measure to take your chest and waist measurements.
2. Choose the garment nearest your waist measurements, flex the garment and try it on.
3. It should be worn over light clothing such as a shirt or Tee shirt. (In cold weather outer garments should be worn over the
body protector.
4. Fasten it at the waist ensuring the red warning markers are covered with room for adjustment. If this is not comfortable try
on the sizes above or below to find a better fit.
5. Test the garment is comfortable in all simulated riding positions; ask for the use of a saddle to check the back length.
Chest and Waist Adjustment:
At the waist the red mark, must be covered when closing the waist fastenings and before
fastening the elastic belt. If you are able to see the warning markers when a snug fit it achieved, then the garment is the
incorrect size and a larger garment should be selected. If the wing ends overlap at the centre, we would suggest that a smaller
size may be more suitable.
Shoulder Adjustments:
At the shoulder the red mark, must be covered by the back shoulder strap before the front securing
strap is fastened and pressed down.
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