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AIRFRAME

 ATX  HELMET

 

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for AIRFRAME

Page 1: ...AIRFRAME ATX HELMET OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... is designed to protect the wearer against a specific range of projectile threats while benefitting from a minimal overall weight This protection does have its limits and will not protect the wearer against all threats Certain threats may exceed the helmets capabilities and cause serious injury including severe brain damage and death Refer to helmet specifications for performance related data It i...

Page 3: ...N 02 COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS 05 NVG MOUNTING OPTIONS 06 SHELL SIZING 07 PAD PLACEMENT 08 DONNING 09 FIT ADJUSTMENT 10 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 10 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST 11 REASSEMBLY 13 SERIAL NUMBERS CONTENTS ...

Page 4: ... stability comfort and ease of adjustment Up armoring the AirFrame with ballistic ear or face protection is simple and fast see our Ears and Chops for more info All helmets and components are compatible with common ear pro systems like Peltors and Sordins Made in the US from US materials FEATURES Meets IIIA ballistic requirements Revolutionary vented shell design for passive cooling Covers more of...

Page 5: ...HELMET STRAP 9 SMALL T NUT x 4 5 FRONT SHELL 1 TRAPEZOIDAL PADS x 2 11 HELMET STRAP BOLTS x 4 7 SHELL SCREW SHORT x 2 3 MD x 6 LG x 7 XL x 8 OBLONG PADS 10 NYLON INSERT x 2 6 REAR SHELL 2 LARGE T NUT x 4 8 SHELL SCREW LONG x 2 4 IMAGES NOT TO SCALE ...

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Page 8: ...d mounting holes for standard 3 hole or 4 hole night vision mounts This must be specified at the time of order Standard 3 hole configuration for night vision mounts Standard 4 hole configuration for night vision mounts 3 hole night vision mount installed 4 hole night vision mount installed A D B C ...

Page 9: ...UMFERENCE Sit straight with your head level Wrap a vinyl tape measure around your head Start just above eyebrow ridges and wrap around widest part of the head as shown in the diagram Pull the tape measure tight and record the measurement Use the table below to determine the correct helmet size NOTE HEAD SHAPES DIFFER Users on the threshold of two sizes but with a narrower head 6 width and below ma...

Page 10: ... LARGE helmets require 8 oblong pads All helmets require two trapezoidal pads EXTRA LARGE LARGE FRONT OF HELMET BACK OF HELMET MEDIUM Pad placement is designed to offer optimal protection and comfort It is critical that pads are placed as shown in the below diagrams and that the pads nearest chinstrap hardware mounting points are situated to overlap said hardware failure to do so may result in inj...

Page 11: ... the nape pad is positioned correctly Buckle the chin strap Pull the front and rear strap adjusters until snug Ensure the chinstrap is unbuckled and all straps are loosened The nape pad can be tightened by pulling on the nape adjuster The nape pad adds additional stability to the helmet which can be useful when wearing NVGs DONNING 1 4 2 5 3 ...

Page 12: ...er helmet shell size may be required HELMET IS TOO TIGHT OR TOO HIGH It is extremely important that the helmet not be sized and fitted to sit too high on the head If the crown pads do not hit the head wearer cannot feel pads then the helmet may be too high When fitting look upward by moving your eyes but without moving your head If the rim of the helmet cannot be seen the helmet may be too tight T...

Page 13: ...p and cold water A soft bristled brush or wash cloth can be used to remove dirt Allow pads to air dry indoors or in a shaded area DO NOT WRING PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST In order to ensure optimal performance the user should routinely inspect the helmet for damage wear marks or missing components Any damaged components should be replaced immediately Any of the following issues should be imme...

Page 14: ...oles on the helmet With the FRONT SHELL held upside down install the two LONG SHELL SCREWS and two NYLON SPACERS REASSEMBLY Instructions for reassembly of helmet shell halves If assembling AirFrame accessories such as Chops Ears or Rails refer to their instructions for greater detail 1 2 3A 3B From the inside of the helmet loosely thread on SMALL T NUTS ...

Page 15: ...s specified in Table 1 5 Insert LARGE T NUTS through plastic strap anchors and loosely thread STRAP BOLTS through the shell 6 Once all STRAP BOLTS are installed tighten one at a time to the torque value specified in Table 1 Ensure the strap anchors are positioned as shown in the images to the left 7 Reinstall the helmet PADS referring to the pad placement instructions PG 5 4 5A 5B ...

Page 16: ...ach have a unique serial number located on the inner shell surface Write your helmet serial numbers below for future reference Serial numbers should be included when contacting Crye Precision about issues with your helmet or for replacement parts FRONT SHELL REAR SHELL ...

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Page 18: ... of a violent felony to purchase or possess body armor In addition various states also have laws restricting the purchase or possession of body armor by persons convicted of certain felonies other crimes of violence or drug crimes By purchasing body armor you acknowledge and certify that i you have no felony convictions ii you have not been convicted of any other crime that would restrict your abi...

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