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USER INSTRUCTION,  

SAFETY AND 

TRAINING GUIDE

HAIX

®

 NFPA Compliant Footwear Models

FIRE HUNTER

®

 XTREME

FIRE HUNTER

®

 USA

FIRE FLASH

®

 XTREME

FIRE HERO

®

 XTREME

FIRE EAGLE

®

 AIR

SPECIAL FIGHTER

®

 USAR

AIRPOWER

®

 XR1

AIRPOWER

®

 XR2

AIRPOWER

®

 XR2 WINTER

AIRPOWER

®

 R2 

BLACK EAGLE

®

 SAFETY 55 MID SIDE ZIP

NFPA 1971:  Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity  

Fire Fighting, 2018 edition  

NFPA 1992:   Standard on Liquid Splash-Protective Ensembles and Clothing for Hazardous  

Materials Emergencies, 2018 Edition

NFPA 1999:  Standard on Protective Clothing and Ensembles for Emergency Medical Operations,  

2018 edition

NFPA 1951:  Standard on Protective Ensembles for Technical Rescue Incidents, 2013 edition
NFPA 1977: Standard on Protective Clothing and Equipment for Wildland Fire Fighting, 2016 edition
NFPA 1851:  Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for  

Structural Fire fighting and Proximity Fire fighting, 2014 edition

ASTM F2413-2011:  Standard Specification for Performance Requirements for Protective (safety)  

Toe Cap Footwear, 2011 edition.

CSA-Z195-2014: Standard for Protective Footwear

•   This Guide should be removed only by the end user! 

In the event this Guide becomes detached from the Footwear, turn this Guide in to the 

authorities responsible for the care and maintenance of the Footwear.

•  You MUST read this Guide and all Footwear Safety, Cleaning, and Information labels 

before wearing.

•   Burns are a function of time and temperature. First degree skin burns can occur when skin 

reaches a temperature of as low as 118 degrees F.

•  Fire burns at temperatures up to 2000 degrees F or higher.

•   This Footwear provides limited protection against heat and flame. While wearing this Footwear, 

you may be burned without heat sensation or warning in some circumstances, and without any 

sign of damage to the Footwear.

!

DANGER

Summary of Contents for Fire Hunter USA

Page 1: ...d on Selection Care and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire fighting and Proximity Fire fighting 2014 edition ASTM F2413 2011 Standard Specification for Performance Requirements fo...

Page 2: ...a d e i n C r o a t i a 999990901001 9 M US Size M a d e i n C r o a t i a 999990901001 9 M US Size Engineered by HAIX Germany Engineered by HAIX Germany Engineered by HAIX Germany Aufhofstrasse 10 D...

Page 3: ...t i a 999990901001 9 M US Size M a d e i n C r o a t i a 999990901001 9 M US Size M a d e i n C r o a t i a 999990901001 9 M US Size Engineered by HAIX Germany Aufhofstrasse 10 D 84048 Mainburg Engine...

Page 4: ...A X N A X X FIRE HUNTER XTREME X N A N A N A X N A X X FIRE HUNTER USA X N A X X X X X FIRE FLASH XTREME X N A N A N A X N A X X FIRE HERO XTREME X N A N A N A X N A X X FIRE EAGLE AIR N A N A X X X...

Page 5: ...twear 32 15 Disposing of Retired HAIX NFPA Compliant Footwear 33 16 Limited Warranty Information 34 17 Sources and for Further Information 35 18 Inspection Cleaning Repair Retirement and Disposal Reco...

Page 6: ...e personal injury or product or property damage if instructions including recommended precautions are not followed The signal word CAUTION is highlighted in gray in this Guide WARNING WARNING Indicate...

Page 7: ...t entry into the flames is made NFPA 1971 Compliant Footwear is NEVER to be used for entry fire fighting or any direct contact with flames or molten metals and do not provide the required level of pro...

Page 8: ...ighting operations and certain other emergency operations The elements of the protective ensemble are coats trousers coveralls helmets gloves footwear and interface components Proximity Fire Fighting...

Page 9: ...es o No 4 Have you studied the limitations of your Footwear as described throughout this Guide o Yes o No 5 Have you checked to make sure that your Footwear fits you properly in accordance with Sectio...

Page 10: ...to enter a particular situation whether to remain in a particular situation and similar decisions are a matter to be decided by your department or employer at the scene on a case by case basis Since o...

Page 11: ...ny hazardous materials situation DO NOT use this Footwear for the following Proximity or entry fire fighting operations See Definitions Activities requiring direct contact with flames or molten metal...

Page 12: ...ists of a hydrophobic breathable leather that provides initial limited protection against heat flame abrasions and punctures 5 4 INNER LAYER The inner lining and moisture barrier are sewn together to...

Page 13: ...t is also washable and or replaceable Puncture Resistant Bottom Plate The Footwear has a flexible high grade stainless steel plate Steel Midsole to resist puncture and penetration Leather Back Straps...

Page 14: ...ite holes to begin the upward lacing process Criss cross the laces upward to the TRE Fast Fix system The left lace will feed into the lower part of the TRE Fast Fix system the right lace should be lac...

Page 15: ...read the shoelace through the start eyelets from the rear Continue to lace up wards following the numbered arrows to the top of the zipper system and tie a knot at the back of the uppermost eyelets Ca...

Page 16: ...should be inspected by trained personnel at the Fire Department or EMS Station or at a HAIX North America Authorized Clean and Repair Center 6 3 INSPECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA 1 Criteria Inspection...

Page 17: ...re securely attached to the Footwear E Stitching and Seams Examine all seams for loose threads breaks skipped stitches or weakness 4 Inner Layer A Fabric Examine for dirt thin spots holes tears embrit...

Page 18: ...e area DONNING PUTTING ON YOUR FOOTWEAR For the pull on style use the pull on straps and pull the Footwear securely onto your foot When using the zippered style check to be sure the Footwear is unzipp...

Page 19: ...nd comfortably In order to determine the proper size you must ensure that your foot size is measured either with the use of a Brannock device or by trying on sizing samples of the model you or your de...

Page 20: ...otwear should be donned according to the procedures in Section 7 of this Guide and checked by another person for proper overlap at the interface areas Never wear NFPA Compliant Footwear that fits impr...

Page 21: ...can provide a conductive bond between surfaces that might not otherwise touch increasing the chances of heat conduction Water is a very poor insulator it conducts heat with dangerous and totally unpre...

Page 22: ...and in your Garments and be ready to escape to a cool area where you can remove hot Garments quickly to avoid burns The buildup of heat in NFPA Compliant Footwear can lead to burns without any sign of...

Page 23: ...exhaustion or heat stroke Symptoms of heat exhaustion are a general feeling of weakness dizziness rapid pulse low blood pressure while standing or sitting and or a headache The skin may feel moist or...

Page 24: ...m common chemicals The NFPA 1992 Compliant Footwear s moisture barrier is tested for resistance against penetration from liquid splash by only 10 common hazardous liquid chemicals after 1 hour exposur...

Page 25: ...Avoid contact with sharps Use Body Substance Isolation Procedures when handling Footwear exposed to body fluids Washing Footwear according to the Procedures in Section 11 of this Guide will generally...

Page 26: ...tances can become embedded in your Footwear penetrate the inner layer and enter the body through ingestion absorption inhalation and parenterally In addition particulates and other products of combust...

Page 27: ...utility sink with warm water and a wet shoe brush or another soft brush such as a small nailbrush or a soft bristle toothbrush The brush should be soaked with water to remove dirt and other soils Do n...

Page 28: ...WARNING WARNING CAUTION 11 5 POLISHING To prolong the wearlife and maintain the leather exterior of your NFPA Footwear apply a professional grade silicone based shoe polish Those that contain petroleu...

Page 29: ...our Footwear according to the procedures in this User Guide B Hazardous Chemicals 1 Footwear at the scene should be handled to limit further exposure to hazardous chemicals and exposure to others Cont...

Page 30: ...ing procedures and housekeeping safety procedures You should follow all appropriate federal state and local regulations See NFPA 1851 2014 Chapter 7 Universal Precautions should always be observed whe...

Page 31: ...compartment of a vehicle Prolonged exposure to contaminants remaining in the Footwear may increase the risk of cancer or other diseases WARNING WARNING CAUTION 13 STORING YOUR HAIX NFPA COMPLIANT FOOT...

Page 32: ...arrier materials E The length of exposure to hazardous chemicals If there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and decontamination is not fully effective the Footwear may not be safe for further use F T...

Page 33: ...ult the NFPA Standard in effect on the date of manufacture Please keep in mind that this does not mean the useful life of Footwear will be close to ten 10 years Please see the discussion in Section 14...

Page 34: ...e with the product s warning use inspection maintenance care storage and retirement instructions HAIX North America shall honor limited warranty claims on HAIX North America NFPA boots for a period of...

Page 35: ...Protection Association 1977 Standard on Protective Clothing and Equipment for Wildland Fire Fighting 2016 Edition National Fire Protection Association 1851 Standard on Selection Care and Maintenance...

Page 36: ...anufacture________________ Inspection Date Date Washed Repaired or Retired Inspection Finding Advance Clean or Decontamination Date Reason for Wash Advance Clean or Decontamination Wash Advance Clean...

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