ICON TARMAC 2 BOOT, User Manual

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SAFETY INSPECTIONS AND OBSOLESCENCE
Before Every Use:
Check the sole to confirm that it is good condition and attached securely to the boot. Check the lining to confirm that it is not ripped or torn. Check
uppers and adjustment strap to confirm that none of the materials are cut or cracked. Check the adjustment strap to confirm that it is not broken,
that it is not filled with debris, and that nothing prevents it or the hook and loop fastener from fastening securely. Check the elastic cords that hold
the tongue in place to be sure that they are securely attached and confirm they are not worn or cut. Protective footwear that is improperly fastened
cannot protect the user. If the protective footwear or any parts of them become worn, replace the footwear immediately.
In The Event Of An Impact:
In the event of impact, the key elements of the protective footwear may become compromised and the protective footwear may no longer provide the
limited protection described above. The damage may not be visible to the naked eye. In all cases of impact, replace the boots. Replacement Tarmac
2 Boots can be purchased at Icon® retail locations.
2 Year Rule:
In general, lightweight PPE such as the Tarmac 2 Boot should be replaced at least every 2 years even if the PPE has not suffered any damage. Damage
may be present and may not always be identified by a simple visual inspection.
SAFETY WARNINGS
PERFORMANCE
Tarmac 2 Boots have undergone EC Type Examination to assure compliance with Directive 89/686/EEC. They have additionally been examined and
tested according to the technical standard EN 13634:2010, with the
exception of Section 4.2.1 “Height of upper”. *Note: they have, instead, been
tested according to the “Low boot height requirement protocol” rev 1 of 11-May-2012, which has been developed by the consent of the Italian
notified bodies’ and has been proposed as a future amendment to EN 13634:2010.
European standard EN 13634:2010 includes two performance levels in terms of the protection afforded. The degree of risk or hazard that a
motorcyclist will face is closely linked to the type of riding and the nature of the accident. Within standard EN 13634:2010 ‘Level 1’ performance
is deemed as the minimum level required in order for the footwear to provide useful protection in an accident, and offers footwear with an optimum
comfort level to suit all riding types. Where riders feel that their riding style or sport exposes them to an increased accident risk ‘Level 2’ has been
provided which offers increased performance – however it is likely that this additional level of protection has an increased penalty for the weight and
comfort, so may not be acceptable to all riders.