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Operating Manual

MSA Cairns XR2

Technical Rescue Helmet

Order No.:PQ120200/00

Print Spec: 10000005389 (EO)

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Summary of Contents for Cairns XR2

Page 1: ...Operating Manual MSA Cairns XR2 Technical Rescue Helmet Order No PQ120200 00 Print Spec 10000005389 EO MSAsafety com ...

Page 2: ...LC in the US Europe and other Countries For all other trademarks visit https us msasafety com Trademarks Thank you for purchasing your new MSA Cairns Technical Rescue Helmet Welcome to the MSA Cairns Community of technical rescue helmet owners Congratulations you ve just joined the thousands of Cairns technical rescue helmet owners who know why MSA Cairns is the market leading technical rescue hel...

Page 3: ...ors Mesh GA3703 Clear GA3704 11 4 3 Neck Protector GA3709 12 4 4 Headlamp 12 4 5 Water Rescue Lateral Protection Panel Option GA3701 12 5 Care and Maintenance 13 5 1 Cleaning 13 5 1 1 Routine Cleaning 14 5 1 2 Advanced Cleaning 14 5 2 Inspection 14 5 2 1 Routine Inspection 14 5 2 2 Advanced Inspection 15 5 3 Disassembling Reassembling 17 5 3 1 Suspension Padding 17 5 3 2 Chinstrap 18 5 3 3 Suspens...

Page 4: ... collapses falls and other conditions that may exceed the protective capacity of the technical rescue helmet If this technical rescue helmet is exposed to heat you may be BURNED with NO warning and NO sign of damage to the technical rescue helmet The optional ANSI Z87 visor face shields provide LIMITED protection to the area they cover The visor provides LIMITED protection to the area covered To p...

Page 5: ...essory interface 6 Suspension padding 3 Front plate 7 Knob for headband adjustment 4 Ocular visor option 2 2 Technical Specifications Helmet sizes from 6 1 2 to 8 1 8 inches 52 cm to 65 cm Weight helmet only 1 65 lb 0 11 lb 750 g 50 g Options Headlamp Ocular visor Face shields Goggle mask Retro reflective stickers 5 US 2 Description ...

Page 6: ...r on the helmet The storage of gloves wedges lights and other equipment in or on the helmet can dramatically change the protective capacity of the helmet Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death Helmet Donning 1 Position the chinstrap as shown 2 Grab the helmet with both hands and install it on your head 3 If too tight open the headband by adjusting the knob an...

Page 7: ...asic adjustments may need slight changes after advanced adjustments are completed 3 2 1 Ride Height Adjustment The suspension position in the helmet shell can be adjusted to modify ride height 3 positions depending on wearer s head size and shape 1 Unlock the 3 yellow tabs left right rear by pulling them forward and down 2 Adjust the suspension depth left right rear to the most comfortable ride he...

Page 8: ...Release the nape strap by pushing the adjustment clip 2 Place the strap in the desired position 3 Release the adjustment clip 4 Verify that the position is the same on both sides 8 US 3 Use and Adjustment ...

Page 9: ...met shell NOTE It is preferable to store the goggles inside the helmet when not used to avoid premature wearing of the straps loss of elastic tension 4 2 Eye and Face Protection Visors Face shields will provide protection to the eyes and substantial areas of the face WARNING Important Information on Visors Ocular Visor and Face Shields Users should ensure the correct type of visor is fitted to the...

Page 10: ...nds on the conditions of use Any visor or face shield that has been dropped or damaged must be replaced Visors shall be regularly inspected Any visor with a scratched or damaged lens must be replaced Materials that come in contact with the wearer s skin could cause allergic reactions in susceptible individuals Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death 4 2 1 Oc...

Page 11: ...tallation 1 Insert the visor attachment clips in the rail and push until it clicks Repeat on the other side Removal 2 Push the green locking button and slide back the visor attachment clip out of the rail Repeat on the other side Use 1 Move the face protection visor down by pulling its lower edge until it reaches the in use position 2 Return to standby position by pushing the face protection visor...

Page 12: ...Panel Option GA3701 The water rescue protection panel enables helmet full compliance to EN 1385 2012 standard helmets for canoeing by increasing the area of protection to the side GA3701 WARNING Do not use the helmet for water rescue protection without the lateral protection panel Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death Installation 1 Insert the front edge in ...

Page 13: ... not use cleaning solvents oils varnishes or polishes other than those recommended in this manual to clean or decontaminate helmets or helmet components Do not use abrasives solvents paint removers acetone paint or lacquer thinner or any chlorinated organic solvents to clean the helmet shell Use of these substances can degrade the protective properties of the helmet shell Do not use equipment that...

Page 14: ...y a user in the field Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death WARNING Replace the helmet after it has withstood an impact even if there is no visible damage In case of visible damage identified during the routine inspection before or after use such as impacts significant scratches coating removal on the shell or visors melted parts broken parts torn straps o...

Page 15: ...ever a routine inspection removes the ensemble from service whichever occurs first NOTICE For the purposes of replacement according to NFPA 1851 Standard on Selection Care and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting and warranty the manufacturing date for the helmet ensemble is based on the oldest original part shipped as a component of the comp...

Page 16: ...k pad 3 Rear cover 8 Suspension padding 4 Front plate 9 Chinstrap 5 Suspension holders 10 Reflective stickers option If any of the following conditions exist replace the relevant part or assembly Helmet shell Visible cracks or holes reducing mechanical structure 16 US 5 Care and Maintenance ...

Page 17: ... clips loose attachment to the helmet shell Front plate rear cover Broken clips preventing proper attachment to the helmet shell Reflective trim optional Torn partially detached permanently soiled trim Goggles and ocular visor optional Blistered bubbled cracked charred or otherwise damaged hardware or lens Lens will not stay in the stowed position and or cannot be adjusted Broken quick connect att...

Page 18: ...ion 3 Release the rear attachment point by pressing the lever and pulling out the suspension Reassembling 1 Insert the rear attachment point and push until it clicks 2 Pre insert the side attachments points left and right and push both sides simultaneously until it clicks 3 Ensure that the ride height adjustment is correct 3 2 1 5 3 4 Front Plate Disassembling 1 Push both attachment clips towards ...

Page 19: ... helmet in a clean dry area where it is not exposed to heat cold or sunlight Store the helmet in a proper storage bag GA3708 and or in a closed cabinet to avoid extended exposure to cold humidity exhaust fumes etc When not in use store the helmet with the ratchet suspension set to its smallest size Store the face shield and visor if applicable inside the helmet stowed position Place the goggles in...

Page 20: ...art 9 GA3711 Chinstrap complete XR2 Spare part 10 GA3719 XX Retro reflective stickers set Accessory 11 GA3705 Goggle Mask XR2 Accessory 12 GA3722 Goggle mask elastic band adapters x2 Spare part 13 GA3701 Water Rescue Lat Protec panel L R XR2 Accessory 14 GA3702 Ocular visor Assembly XR2 Accessory 15 GA3703 Mesh visor assembly ANSI ISEA Z87 1 XR2 Accessory 16 GA3704 Clear visor assembly ANSI ISEA Z...

Page 21: ...Figure 4 Exploded View of the Helmet Spare Parts and Accessories 21 US 6 Replacement Parts and Accessories ...

Page 22: ... you don t have a proof of purchase date Registering your product will solidify the start date on your warranty period and eliminate confusion and frustration if you ever have to take advantage of your warranty Finally in the unlikely event a safety notification or warranty service is required MSA will have the ability to contact you Your completed registration also helps us to keep you updated on...

Page 23: ...se instructions in a safe place so you can refer to them in the future For questions regarding the operation of this helmet or suggestions and comments about it contact Customer Service at 1 877 MSA FIRE 23 US 8 Contacting MSA ...

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