SUOMY SR-GP, User Manual

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For maximum safety, SR-GP must fit tightly and be correctly and
securely fastened, so it cannot be taken off neither by pulling it
nor by rotating it around the head (see figure 1). If it is too big it
may slide down over the eyes or turn in a lateral direction due to
movement during riding, thus blocking visibility.
Do not use scarves or neck guards which could make the strap
slide and the helmet fly off in case of crash.
SR-GP was designed to be used with most of the eyeglasses on
the market. In any case check how the helmet fits with the glasses
before purchasing it.
The function of the helmet is to reduce stress on the user’s head
in case of crash; this happens through a partial destruction and/or
deformation of its components (mostly the external shell and the
internal polystyrene shell). In this way part of the energy generated
by the impact is absorbed by the components of the helmet, thus
reducing the vibrations on the user’s head, eliminating or limiting the
risk of traumas. The protection capacity of the helmet is not endless
and certain crashes may generate such high stress that even the
energy absorbed by the helmet is not enough to protect the user
from injuries: no helmet, even top quality helmets, can protect the
head against the forces generated by any type of crash.
General Rules
FIGURE 1
The integrity of the shell and of the inside are essential to assure
maximum performances in terms of safety.
SR-GP was studied to absorb crashes through a partial destruction
of the shell or some of its parts that could be damaged after a crash
even if it is not readily visibly. If the helmet suffers further stress it
might not be able to offer the maximum level of protection.
Do not use a helmet that suffered severe blows even though the
damage is not readily visible; if the helmet is damaged it must
be replaced. It is extremely dangerous to modify the helmet by
sticking or gluing anything on it. Do not cut or punch the helmet’s
shell, do not insert screws or paint it.
Do not change the internal lining of the helmet, particularly never
cut or change the inside polystyrene padding: changes to the
shape of the internal polystyrene shell can affect the safety features
of the helmet.
Damaged visors may limit visibility especially at night and must be
immediately replaced with regularly certified visors according to
the certification regulations in force.
Do not apply paint and/or adhesives on the visor. Do not remove
homologation label from the visor.
Only use original Suomy accessories and spare parts or those
specifically indicated by Suomy for the specific model: this is the
only way to assure reliability, safety and compatibility with the helmet
used.
The use of non original components and/or accessories make the
warranty void (see warranty conditions on page 35) and can affect
the safety requirements.
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