MSA Type I Protective Helmet Instructions

: June 9, 2024
: MSA

Table of Contents

Instructions and warnings
Installing and Adjusting the Suspension
INSPECTION
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
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MSA Type I Protective Helmet

MSA Type I Protective Helmet

Instructions and warnings

MSA Type I helmets include V-Gard Caps and Hats, V-Gard 500 Vented and Non- Vented Caps and Hats, SmoothDome9 Caps, Tigard” Caps and Hats, Thermal Gard ® Caps, Skull Gard~ Caps and Hats, Combo<ll Caps, and V-Gard C1TM Vented and Non-Vented Hats. These MSA helmets comply with ANSI/ISEAZ89.1-2014 (R2019) for Type I helmets. V-Gard Caps and Hats, Smooth Dome Caps, Tigard Caps & Hats, Thermal Gard Caps, and vCard C1 TM Vented and Non-Vented Hats are also certified to CSAZ94.1-2015 for Type I helmets provided that the helmet is assembled with MSA’s 1-Touch(!I or Fast-Track Suspension. If, after
reading these instructions, you have questions concerning protection offered by these helmets, please call MSA Customer Service

WARNING

Suspension and helmet sizes must match (example: use only standard size suspension with standard size helmet). Otherwise, helmet protection ability will be reduced. Use proper MSA suspension with MSA helmet shell. DO NOT mix with Non-MSA suspensions or shells. Misuse may result in death or serious injury.

Installing and Adjusting the Suspension

All helmets are shipped with suspension uninstalled to prevent distortion during shipping. Installing Fast -Trac,Staz-On, or 1-Touch Suspensions (4- and 6-point models):

Set helmet upside down on its crown.
Line up suspension so that sweatband is at front next to brim (Figure 1).

NOTE: If helmet label displays reverse symbol suspension may be installed in reverse (sweatband opposite brim) to allow helmet to be worn with brim at rear of head (Figure 2).
Fold sweatband over headband as you would wear it.
Fold clips out and up; strap will wrap between clip and headband, and between clip and helmet shell.
Push each of four clips into its slot (Figure 2); you should feel and hearth em snap into place.
For 6-point suspensions, take one of two double clips on each side of suspension’s center and push it into slots on each side of accessory slot inside shell (Figure 3).Repeatforopposite side.
For accessory sweatband installation (included with V-Gard C1 Hats): See Figure 11.

Adjusting Fast-Track, Staz-On, or 1-Touch Suspensions (4- and 6-point models):

For Fast-Track Suspensions, turn knob counter-clockwise to open ratchet band to its maximum size. Turn knob clockwise to tighten and fit (Figure 4).The back portion of the headband can be adjusted to three different height settings to maximize comfort and fit. To adjust the height, slide the suspension clip button through the open end on the slot and move it to the desired adjustment slot (Figure 9) Repeat for other side of suspension (Figure 10).
For Staz-On Suspensions, tighten nape strap while sliding tab to your left until headband fits comfortably (Figure 5 & 6).
For 1-Touch Suspensions, squeeze lock on nape strap to loosen, and squeeze finger tabs together to tighten (Figure 7 &8).
Place helmet on your head and push down on its top until headband and shell are at comfortable height. Be sure to leave air space between your head and helmet crown; your head should not touch crown. Air space provides a shock cushion to help protect your head.

INSPECTION

Before and after each use, inspect the helmet for wear and damage:

Shell

Inspect the shell for breakage, cracks, craze pattern, discoloration, chalky appearance, or any other unusual condition.

If any of these conditions exist, replace shell immediately, as these conditions can indicate that helmet has lost its capacity to protect from impact, penetration, and/or electrical shock.

Suspension

Check suspension for loss of flexibility.
Check suspension for cracks, breaks, frayed straps, or damaged stitching.

If any of these conditions exist, replace suspension before wearing helmet.

HELMET CARE

Clean helmet assembly regularly with MSA’s Confidence Plus® Cleaning Solution (P/Ns 10009971 or 10032737) or mild soap (no detergents) and warm water.
Helmets must be cleaned regularly in order to be adequately inspected. A clean suspension also helps to offset skin irritation.
Do not throw, drop, or use helmet as support. As with any piece of specialized equipment, this helmet must not be abused.
Store helmet in clean, dry environment, not over49″ C (120″F).

USEFUL SERVICE LIFE GUIDELINES

This helmet was made with high-quality, wear-resistant materials, but it will not last forever.

Inspect your helmet before and after each use and replace any part(s) as required. Always replace your helmet after it has withstood an impact or penetration. As the manufacturer of your helmet, we recommend that you replace the following: Suspension – replace after no more than 12 months of use. Shell – replace after no more than five years of use.

WARNING

Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.

This helmet provides limited impact and penetration protection to top of head.
This helmet is not specifically designed to protect against front, side, or rear (that is, “lateral”) blows.
As an Industrial Protective Type I helmet, this helmet should be effective against small tools, bolts, rivets, and similar hazards. Some conditions can exceed this helmet’s capacity to protect against serious injury or death. Avoid areas where chance of severe impact or penetration exists.
CLASS E and G helmets provide limited electrical protection as outlined in ANSI/ISEAZ89.1-2014 (2019 R) and CSAZ94.1-2015. Class C helmets provide no electrical protection.
This helmet must fit securely on head to provide maximum protection.
Never store gloves, cigarettes, earplugs, etc., between suspension and helmet shell, as objects in this space can transmit large forces to head and neck resulting in serious injury or death.
Never use this helmet as a vehicular or sports helmet.
Neveralterormodifythis helmet in anyway.
Never use paint, solvents, alcohol, or hydro-carbon type cleaners (M.E.K., thinner, gasoline, kerosene) on this helmet, as these substances may cause unnoticeable damage or generate risk of ignition of flammable fumes from helmet static discharge during cleaning.

CAUTION

Only V-Gard” Accessory products are tested and approved as a fully-integrated system with MSA protective helmets. Use only MSA V-Gard” Helmet Accessories with MSA protective helmets to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards. V-Gard Helmet Accessories have been tested to their applicable standards, including ANSI/I SEA Z87 .1 and CSA Z94.3. V-Gard Helmet Accessories do not compromise the compliance of V-Gard helmets with ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 or CSA Z94.1 standards fort he applicable classes as stated on the helmet.

CAUTION

Although non-MSA accessories may appear to be effective on MSA helmets, MSA has evaluated only MSA helmet accessories.

“Quality Helmets From the Leader In Head Protection”

For additional information, please call MSA customer service 1-800-MSA-2222 or visit www.MSAsafety.com.

WARNING

KEEP THIS BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN. DO NOT USE IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES, OR PLAY PENS. THE THIN FILM MAY CLING TO NOSE AND MOUTH AND PREVENT BREATHING.
HELMET IS TO BE REMOVED FROM BAG ONLY BY THE END USER.
ALL INSTRUCTIONS ON BOTH SIDES OF BAG MUST BE CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOWED WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO ALL WARNINGS.