Gentex Active Shooter, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS
Perform preventive maintenance tasks for each component as described in the table below.
Component Examine for: Helmet is not ready if:
Helmet Shell
•
Gouges, scrapes, cracks, delamination
or other damage extending below
the paint
•
Loose or damaged edging
•
Gouges, scrapes, cracks,
delamination or other damage
extends below the paint
•
Edging is loose or damaged
Suspension (Pad/Liner)
•
Cuts, tears or other damage to outer
fabric or inner foam
•
Exposed foam
•
Pads that do not return to original
shape when squeezed
•
Worn hook/pile fasteners
•
Pads are torn, cut, or
otherwise damaged
•
Foam is exposed
•
Pads do not return to original shape
when squeezed
•
Hook/pile fasteners fail to hold pads
in place
Retention (Chin Strap)
•
Cuts, frays or other damage; or loose
or damaged stitching in the webbing
•
Missing, cracked, worn, or
damaged Head-Loc buckle
or Tri-Glide adjustment
•
Loose or missing screw or T-nut
•
Webbing is frayed more than
½ inch or has a discernible cut; or
stitching is loose or damaged
•
Head-Loc buckle or Tri-Glide
adjustment is missing,
cracked, or worn.
•
Screw or T-nut is loose or missing
Shroud, rails, or bungees
(mission-configured helmets)
•
Loose or missing hardware
•
Hardware is loose or missing
CLEANING
Perform cleaning tasks for each component as described in the table below.
Component Cleaning Procedure
Helmet Shell
Clean with mild soap and water; use a soft brush. Allow to dry.
Suspension (Pad/Liner)
Spot-clean with mild soap and water; use air pressure to remove dust and dirt.
Pads may be machine-washed, but
do not machine-dry
; allow to air-dry.
Retention (Chin Strap)
Same as suspension (pad/liner)
Shroud, rails, or bungees
(mission-configured helmets)
Wipe with damp cloth