ops-core FAST High Cut Helmet System Instruction Manual

ops-core FAST High Cut Helmet System

INTRODUCTION

ABOUT YOUR OPS-CORE FAST HELMET SYSTEM

The Ops-Core® FAST® Helmet Systems are innovative and advanced headborne protection platforms offering a range of protection from blunt impact, frag, and ballistic threats. FAST Helmet Systems seamlessly integrate with Ops-Core total headborne system solutions including situational awareness, optical, and respiratory protection products.

AVAILABLE SHELL CUTS:

ACCESSORY KIT (INCLUDED):

HELMET SYSTEM COMPONENTS

SIZING GUIDE

FAST helmets have been designed from the ground up to fit the largest group of users in helmet sizes that most closely match their heads. However, there is still a small percentage of users that will not fit our standard sizing configurations. Please use the sizing guide below to determine your helmet size and your chinstrap size.

HELMET SIZING GUIDE

CHINSTRAP SIZING GUIDE

Certain head shapes may require a smaller or larger chinstrap than the one that comes with the helmet you selected. The sizing guide is provided for reference. If you feel a different chinstrap size is needed, contact Ops-Core customer service.

RETENTION SYSTEM OPERATION

1. FASTEN THE CHINSTRAP
   Put the helmet on and fasten the chinstrap buckle.

2. ADJUST THE OCC-DIAL
   Use your thumb to rotate the Occ-Dial Adjustment Knob to tighten the fitband until it is comfortably snug.

3. ADJUST REAR HEAD-LOC SLIDERS
   With both hands, pull the two Rear Head-Loc Sliders on the lower webbing straps toward your chin until snug.
   NOTE: THE TECHNIQUE WORKS BEST IF YOU ONLY HOLD THE PLASTIC SLIDERS AND DON’T TOUCH THE WEBBING.

4. ADJUST FRONT HEAD-LOC SLIDERS
   With both hands, pull the two Front Head-Loc Sliders on the webbing straps that come from the front temples of the helmet toward your chin until snug.

COMFORT PAD KIT

COMFORT PAD ADJUSTMENT

The included Pad Kit can be used to maximize the fit, comfort and stability of your Ops-Core FAST Helmet.

The pad thicknesses can be adjusted for a more comfortable fit and better stability. You can mix and match different pad thicknesses to achieve the best fit.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The distance from the top of the eyebrow to the bottom of the fitband should be approximately 0.5”- 1”. If the helmet sits too low on your head, remove the ½” top pads and install the ¾” top pads (included separately). If the helmet sits at an uncomfortable angle, adjust the top pads, or use a combination of 1/4”, ½” and ¾” top pads until it sits correctly.

ACCESSORY INTEGRATION

ATTACHING ACCESSORIES TO THE HELMET

There are three ways of attaching accessories to the Ops-Core FAST Helmet: The PowerPath Accessory Rail Connectors (ARCs), Modular Bungee Shroud and Exterior Loop. These three components provide convenient and secure ways to quickly attach and detach various accessories to different positions.

POWERPATH ARC RAILS

PowerPath ARC Rails are mounted to the sides of the helmet to allow for quick yet secure donning or doffing of various headborne accessories.

ARC ADAPTERS

The following adapters are commonly used for attaching accessories to the Ops- Core FAST Helmet: Picatinny & Wing-Loc Adapters (A), O2 Single Strap Kit (B), and 36mm Goggle Swivel Clip Kit (C).

A TOP RAIL

Top Rail can accommodate Picatinny Adapters, which connect devices compatible with 1911 Picatinny Rail, and Wing-Loc Adapters, which provide a base to mount a variety of headborne accessories.

RAIL CORNER

Rail corner allows for instant and secure snap-in attachment of Para-Flite and Carleton O2 masks with O2 Single Strap Kit.

C BACK RAIL

Goggle Swivel Clips, attached to your choice of goggles, can quickly clip into the back rail while allowing freedom of rotation.

CABLE INTEGRATION

PowerPath ARC Rails provide a protective, snag-free cable management solution for NVG cables.

1. REMOVE POWERPATH ARCS
   • Use a screwdriver to remove the PowerPath ARC Rail from the helmet as shown.
2. ROUTE THE CABLE
   • Following the diagram below, route the cable through the underside of the PowerPath ARC Rail. The back of the rail has two options for exiting the cable from the rail (upper and lower).
3. REATTACH THE RAIL
   • Reattach the rail to the helmet making sure the cable stays seated in the routing channels.

MODULAR BUNGEE SHROUD

ABOUT THE MODULAR BUNGEE SHROUD

The Modular Bungee Shroud (MBS) mounts to Ops-Core FAST helmets using the standard 3-hole pattern. The MBS has an integrated Night Vision Goggle (NVG) bungee that does not interfere with any other accessories, providing a low profile option for stabilizing NVGs. The MBS also has a removable metal insert that can be swapped out to provide different mounting solutions without completely removing the shroud from the helmet.

ATTACHING STABILIZING BUNGEES TO NVGS

Some NVGs may require the use of the included Split Rings to attach the carabiner bungee clips.

EXTERIOR LOOP

EXTERIOR LOOP ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT

Apply hook fastener to the bottom of a device and place device on top of the loop on the outside of the Ops-Core FAST Helmet shell.

COMMS HEADSETS

COMMS HEADSET INTEGRATION

The Vented Lux Liner is compatible with a variety of comms headsets and hearing protection devices.

When using the helmet with a communications headset, remove the pads in the center channel of the Vented Lux Liner to allow room for the headset’s headband.

MAINTENANCE

BEFORE AND AFTER EACH USE

Perform the following recommended maintenance procedures before and after each use. If any defects are found, the damaged components should be replaced before use.

1. Clean the helmet with a mild detergent and water.*
2. Check that the chinstrap screws are tight using a flathead screwdriver.
3. Clean the Exterior Loop for dust and dirt by using air pressure.
4. Visually check the Modular Bungee Shroud and PowerPath ARC Rails for signs of breakage.
5. Visually check the Fitband for signs of breakage.
6. Check that the Occ-Dial Adjustment Knob works properly.
7. Check that the chinstrap does not have any damage and that the buckle latches and releases properly.

• The whole helmet can be rinsed in fresh water.

RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE

Aside from any damage or defects, it is recommended that the following components be replaced following the schedule below.

NOTE: Helmets frequently exposed to hot and humid conditions, or salt fog and spray conditions, may require more frequent inspection and maintenance/replacement due to the harshness of these environments.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Our team of dedicated customer service and support professionals is highly trained on all aspects of our products and is available to assist you with all your needs, including checking the status of your order, billing, warranties and returns, orders, replacement parts, and technical support.

Ops-Core

• Customer Service+1 888.894.1755
• groundcs@gentexcorp.com

WARNING

This helmet provides LIMITED protection for the head and does not offer any protection against neck, spinal, or certain types of brain injuries including those caused by rotational forces. Some hazards can exceed this helmet’s specified ability to provide protection and could cause serious injuries or death. This helmet is made to absorb the energy of a blow by partial destruction or damage to the shell, liner and the harness, and even though such damage may not be readily apparent, any helmet subjected to severe impact should be replaced. This helmet is designed to help protect from bumps, scratches, and concussion. This helmet is not intended for use in white water classes 5 and 6 as given by the International Canoe Federation. For adequate protection this helmet must be fit and adjusted properly to the user. Inspect the helmet before each use. Make sure the shell components are not damaged, cracked, deformed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear. Do not remove or alter the front, top, side or back impact pads or modify any or the original component parts of the helmet, other than as recommended by the helmet manufacturer. Replacing the ½” thick impact pads with the supplied Ops-Core ¾” impact pads will not adversely affect impact performance. However, by removing the pads completely or repositioning them, impact attenuation performance could be adversely affected. Helmets should not be adapted for the purpose of fitting attachments in any way not recommended by the helmet manufacturer. Do not apply paint, solvents, adhesives, or self-adhesive labels except in accordance with instructions from the manufacturer as they could degrade helmet integrity and resulting performance. Clean shell with soap and lukewarm water. Internal comfort pads may be hand washed and air dried.

WARRANTY

Unless an individual product is covered by a separately issued warranty, Gentex warrants that all ballistic helmet shells will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five (5) years from the date of delivery. Unless an individual product is covered by a separately issued warranty, Gentex warrants that all helmet components, accessories, peripherals, and parts will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service for a period one (1) year from the date of delivery. All repair covered by this warranty shall be performed at Gentex’s factory, or other such warranty repair facilities of Gentex as designated by Gentex unless Gentex specifically directs that repair services be performed at another location. Any defect corrected and found to be within this scope of the warranty will be repaired by Gentex and all charges for labor and material will be borne by Gentex. If it is determined that either no fault exists in Gentex, or the damage to be repaired was caused by negligence of the user, its agents, employees or customers, you agree to pay all charges associated with each such repair. No statement, recommendation or assistance made or offered by Gentex through its representatives to the user, its agents, employees, or customers in connection with the purpose or intended use of any Gentex’s product shall be or constitute a waiver by Gentex of any of the provisions of this warranty or change Gentex’s liability under this warranty. EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW, THE WARRANTY DESCRIBED ABOVE CONSTITUTES THE SOLE WARRANTY MADE BY GENTEX EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE FACE HEREOF, HEREIN, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL GENTEX BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND THE USER, ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, OR CUSTOMERS REMEDIES SHALL BE LIMITED TO SOLELY TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF NONCONFORMING UNITS OR PARTS, WHICH AMOUNT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT UNDER WARRANTY. Any tampering, misuse or negligence in handling or use of the product renders the warranty void. Further, the warranty is void if, at any time, the user, its agents, employees or customers attempts to make any internal changes to any of the components of a product; if at any time the power supplied to any part of the product exceeds the rated tolerance; if any external device attached by the user, its agents, employees or customers creates conditions exceeding the tolerance of the product; or if any time the serial number plate is removed or defaced. OPERATION OF THE PRODUCTS THAT RENDERS THIS WARRANTY VOID WILL BE DEFINED TO INCLUDE ALL OF THE POSSIBILITIES DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION, TOGETHER WITH ANY PRACTICE THAT RESULTS IN CONDITIONS EXCEEDING THE DESIGN TOLERANCE OF THE PRODUCTS.

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References

• Gentex Corporation | Virtual Patent Marking

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