NOLAN N100-6 Modular Helmet Instruction Manual

N100-6
*N100-6SAFETY AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
100% LEXAN™
POLYCARBONATE SHELL

• LEXAN™ is a trademark of SABIC**

N100-6 Modular Helmet

WARNING

• Before using the helmet read this booklet and all enclosed documents carefully, in that they contain very important indications on how to use the helmet easily and safely. We recommend you to store it for future reference.
• Failure to observe these instructions may reduce the protection provided by the helmet and consequently put your safety at risk.
• Do not operate or act in such a way that could compromise or reduce the protection provided by the helmet.

CHOICE AND VERIFICATION OF HELMET

WARNING
To exploit the whole protection offered by the helmet, choose the correct size for your head, adjust the retention system correctly and check the taking off.

SIZE
1.1 In order to determine the correct helmet size, try on helmets of different sizes and choose the one which suits best the shape of your head and which you feel firm once worn and fastened, thus ensuring a great comfort.
1.2 Should the helmet be too big, it may slide down to cover the eyes or turn slowly to the side while riding.
1.3 Keep it on for a few minutes and make sure there are no points of extreme pressure that may cause pain or headache.

RETENTION SYSTEM
2.1 The retention system (strap) is factory-adjusted at a standard length. Before use (see relevant instructions) check that it is correctly pre- adjusted.
2.2 Make sure the strap is properly fastened and tightened so as to keep the helmet firmly in place.
Anyway, before riding, make sure that the strap is well fastened under the chin, as close as possible to the throat, but without being uncomfortable.
2.3 The correct strap tension should allow normal breathing and swallowing, but without leaving the space of a finger between strap and throat.
WARNING
The button which may be present on the strap only prevent its end from flapping once the strap has been fastened properly.
TAKING OFF
3.1 With the helmet on and the strap securely fastened, try to take the helmet off as shown in figure (A). In case of accident, the different forces at stake and their various directions may result in helmet rotations or they may even cause the helmet to take off if it is not securely fastened.
3.2 The helmet should not rotate nor move on the head and should not slide off. Should the contrary happen, adjust strap length or change helmet size. Repeat test.

USING THE HELMET

•  The helmet is specifically designed for motorcycle and motorbike use. Therefore, it must not be used for different purposes (or different reasons or operations) since, in such cases, it would not guarantee the same protection.
• In case of accident, the helmet represents a protective element, which reduces injuries and head damage. Nevertheless, no helmet can guarantee total safety. The helmet reduces the risk or the gravity of injuries in case of accidents, but the degree of some impacts and the different circumstances may exceed helmet protection. Therefore, ride safely.
• When riding any motorcycle, always wear the helmet properly fastened in order to fully exploit its protection.
• Never wear scarves under the fastening system nor caps of any sort under the helmet.
• The helmet can muffle traffic noises. However make sure that you can hear essential sounds such as horns and emergency vehicle sirens.
• Always keep the helmet away from heat sources like the exhaust muffler, the top box housing or the interior of a vehicle.
• Do not modify and/or tamper with the helmet (even partially) for any reason: any modifications and/or alterations compromise the safety requirements of the helmet and impair its protection degree. These also make the helmet no longer conform to the homologation standards, making it unusable and invalidate the warranty.
• Avoid contact between the helmet and gasoline and other solvents; do not apply adhesives or paints to the helmet.
• Helmet damages resulting from accidental falls may not be visible, and any helmet that has been impacted has to be replaced. Always handle your helmet carefully in order not to compromise or reduce its protection degree.
• If the visor and/or sunscreen that may be present in the helmet are damaged and/or have marked scratches that reduce visibility, their protective treatment has likely been compromised, and therefore they must be replaced.
• The visor and/or sunscreen that may be present in the helmet can only be used with the helmet model for which they were designed.
• Use only original accessories and/or spare parts suitable for your specific helmet model.
• In case of doubt about the helmet’s integrity and/or safety, avoid using it and contact an authorized dealer to have it checked.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING OF THE HELMET

WARNING

• The helmet and its components may be seriously damaged by some common substances without the damage being visible. Use only lukewarm water and mild soap for maintenance and cleaning operations; dry at room temperature away from the sun and/or heat sources.
• Never use petrol, thinner, benzene, solvents or other chemical substances, paints, and adhesives for maintenance and cleaning operations. These can irreparably damage the helmet and its components, modify its optical properties,
  reduce its mechanical properties and weaken the protective treatment of the visor and/or sunscreen that may be present in the helmet.

DUAL ACTION

This unique chin guard opening system is located at the centre of the chin guard and allows for easy, one-handed opening, thus preventing it from accidentally opening. The chin guard can only be opened after acting on the first red lever (unlock) and then on second red lever (open).
To ensure a better fit of your helmet, chin guard should be open and VPS raised.
OPENING THE CHIN GUARD

1.1 Push the red release lever outwards by turning it with your thumb (Fig.1).
1.2 To unlock the chin guard, put your forefinger onto the opening lever and push it downwards (Fig.2).
1.3 Pull the chin guard forwards and then rotate it upwards (Fig.3).
If the helmet is used with chin guard open (J configuration), we recommend that you shift the left side locking slider into position “J”, so as to secure the chin guard in lifted position (Fig.4B).
CLOSING THE CHIN GUARD

WARNING
Never force chin guard closing with locking slider in position “J”. This could damage helmet closing mechanism. Close the chin guard by locking slider to position “P” (Fig.4A).
2.1 Pull the chin guard downwards gently rotating it and until you hear the closing mechanism snaps (Fig.3).
2.2 Make sure the chin guard is correctly fastened by pulling it forwards and by checking that both sides remain fastened to the shell.
When the left side locking slider is in position “P”, the chin guard can be opened and/or closed (Fig.4A).
When the left side locking slider is in position “J”, the chin guard cannot be closed and remains blocked in open position (Fig.4B).
WARNING

• The protection level of this helmet whilst riding depends on the configuration adopted by the user. I.e. total protection is when chin guard and visor are closed. With chin guard and/or visor open, the protection is only partial.
• Do not remove nor tamper with the fixing screws that fasten the chin guard to the shell.
• Do not use the helmet without chin guard.
• Never use the helmet in case chin guard opening system is damaged or fails. In case you have doubts regarding the chin guard opening mechanism performance, refer to a Nolangroup authorized dealer.

VISOR (NMS-06)

DISASSEMBLY
1.1 Close the chin guard and open the visor completely.
1.2 Press the left side part of the visor towards the helmet, as shown in Fig.5, and simultaneously press the mechanism release lever by pressing it downwards (Fig.6), until the rear grip pawl D1 of the visor comes out from the relevant seat of the mechanism.
1.3 Actuate the mechanism release lever and pull the visor outwards, so that both pawls (D1 and D2) and front lockpin (D3) come out of the mechanism (Fig.7)
1.4 Release the visor and slide it upwards to release it completely from the mechanism.
1.4Follow the previous operations on helmet right side.

ASSEMBLY
2.1 Close the chin guard (if open) and set the visor in open position by setting both pawls (D1 and D2) and front pin D3 in line with the relevant seats on the visor mechanism (Fig.7).
2.2 Fit the front pin D3 into the relevant seat and press the visor against the mechanism, aligning it with pawl D2.
2.3Move the visor downwards until rear pawl D1 snaps and locks under the mechanism lever.
2.4 Follow the same steps on the other side of the helmet.
2.5 Close the visor completely.
WARNING

• Check that the mechanisms are working properly. Open the visor. By lifting the chin guard, the visor should automatically close. If need be, repeat the same operations as mentioned above.
• Check that the mechanisms are working properly. Open and close the visor, making  sure that it is retained firmly to the side mechanisms. Open the chin guard and check that the visor opens and remains in full opening position. Close the visor and check that the chin guard closes back to the maximum open position. If need be, repeat the same operations as mentioned above.
• Do not use the helmet if the visor has not been properly assembled.
• Do not remove the side mechanisms from the chin guard.
• Should any of the side mechanisms fail or be damaged, please contact a Nolan group authorized dealer.

MINIMUM OPENING POSITION WITH DEFOGGING FUNCTION

The visor can be slightly opened without making the first mechanism snap. In this configuration, the inner central pawl of the visor rests on a specific seat on the helmet chin guard that allows the visor to be kept in a minimum opening position for better ventilation and making defogging easier, especially at low speed or during short stops.
pinlock (NMS-06)
(Available as standard or as an accessory or spare part)

ASSEMBLY

1.1 Disassemble the visor as per instructions above.
1.2 Check that the inner surface of the visor is clean and that the pin adjustment external levers are turned inwards (Fig.8).
1.3 Place the PINLOCK ® inner visor on the visor.
The silicone profile of the PINLOCK ® 0 inner visor must be in contact with the inner surface of the visor.
1.4 Insert one side of the PINLOCK ® inner visor onto one of the two visor pins and hold it in position (Fig.9).
1.5 Widen the visor and fasten the other side of the PINLOCK ® inner visor to the other pin (Fig.10).
1.6 Release the visor.
1.7 Remove the protective film from the PINLOCK ® inner visor and check that the entire silicone profile of the inner visor adheres to the visor.
1.8 Assemble the visor on the helmet (see instructions above).

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE STRETCH

Check the correct PINLOCK® inner visor assembly by opening and closing the visor and ensuring that they do not move with respect to each other.
If the PINLOCK ® inner visor is not tightly fixed to the visor, simultaneously move both external adjustment levers upwards to increase the stretch (Fig.8). This operation must be carried out gradually. The maximum stretch is achieved when the pin adjustment external levers are turned outwards.

WARNING

• Dust between the two visors may cause both surfaces to scratch.
• Scratched PINLOCK® visors and inner visors may cause reduced visibility and must therefore be replaced.
• Regularly check the correct stretch of the PINLOCK ® inner visor to prevent it from moving and scratching both surfaces.
• If the helmet visor fogs up and/or condensation forms between the visors, check that the PINLOCK ®inner visor is both correctly assembled and stretched.
• An excessive and early stretch of the PINLOCK® inner visor may result in excessive adherence to the visor surface and/or permanent deformations that could affect any following settings or adjustments.
• An intense sweating, breathing, or use in particular weather conditions – e.g. low temperatures, high humidity, sudden changes of temperature, heavy rain or an intense and prolonged use – may affect PINLOCK ®inner visor performance, thus causing fogging or mist formation. In such cases, restore the system efficiency after using the helmet. Remove the PINLOCK® inner visor from the helmet visor by letting it dry in warm and dry air. Follow the same procedure with the helmet, letting it dry the same way to remove any humidity formed due to the same conditions above.

DISASSEMBLING THE PINLOCK®INNER VISOR

3.1 DISASSEMBLE THE VISOR EQUIPPED WITH PINLOCK® inner visor (see instruc- tions above).
3.2 Widen the visor and release the PINLOCK® inner visor from pins (Fig.10).
3.3 Release the visor.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Disassemble the PINLOCK® inner visor from the visor. Using a damp and soft cloth, gently clean it with mild liquid soap. Remove all soap under running water.
• Leave the visor to dry in warm and dry air without wiping it.
• To preserve the visor’s condition over time, leave the helmet to dry in a ventilated and dry place with the visor open after use. Keep it away from heat sources and store it in a place away from direct light.
• Do not use solvents or chemical products.

VISION PROTECTION SYSTEM (VPS) – (VPS-16)

The exclusive inner VISION PROTECTION SYSTEM (VPS) is a LEXAN™ (*) polycarbonate moulded sunscreen with scratch-resistant/fog-resistant treatment. It is very simple and practical to use: just lower it to activate it or lift it to remove it from your field of vision. It is useful in all sorts of situations, both on long journeys out of town and shorter town trips.
Moreover, the fastening system allows you to assemble and disassemble the sun- screen for ordinary maintenance and cleaning, using no tools.

OPERATION

The VPS mechanism allows you to activate the sunscreen by simply lowering it until the visor field of vision is partially covered. In this way, the light transmittance is reduced as desired.
At any time, without operating the visor, the VPS can be deactivated with a simple movement and easily lifted up to restore the normal conditions of visibility and protection guaranteed by the approved helmet visor.

1.1 To activate the VPS, move the slider as in Fig.11 until you hear a click that means that the VPS is in the desired position.
The VPS is adjustable in a range of intermediate positions to ensure the best comfort for the user with respect to the terms of use.
1.2 To deactivate the VPS, press the recovery button as shown in Fig.12 until the VPS unlocks and moves automatically to the standby position.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

Current homologation standards (ECE22-06) establish that the minimum light transmittance levels of visors should be no less than 80%; for homologated sunscreens, the minimum transmittance level should be no less than 20%.
This regulation also provides for the simultaneous use of the visor and sunscreen, both as standard.

WARNING

• We recommend you use the VPS only and solely together with the homologated standard visor, which has a transmittance value greater than 80%.
• The VPS does not replace the protection guaranteed by the visor.
• The VPS can only be activated during daytime and in weather and environmental conditions with a particular light, for example, strong brightness caused by high intensity and/or incidence of sunlight.
• At night and/or in conditions of poor visibility, the VPS should be deactivated.
• Should sunglasses and/or photochromic lenses be used, the VPS should be deactivated.
• Always check that the VPS is properly placed according to the different weather/ environmental conditions and/or to the above mentioned recommendations for use.
• Use the special slider to activate/deactivate the VPS; do not deactivate the VPS by handling it directly.
• Always check that the VPS is clean and that it is properly working in order to avoid scratches and/or anomalous wear on it every time it is activated.
• As for VPS and visor maintenance and cleaning operations, please refer to the appropriate section in the helmet user’s manual.
• The VPS scratch-resistant/fog-resistant treatment highly reduces fogging. However, protracted periods of adverse weather and/or environmental conditions might cause fogging and/or formation of condensation on the VPS, which entails a reduction of visibility and/or sharpness of vision: in this case, deactivate the VPS.
• In case of rain, the direct contact of raindrops with the scratch resistant/fog-resistant treated VPS quickly reduces sharpness of vision, thus causing scarce visibility: in this case, deactivate the VPS.
• The special VPS fog-resistant treatment is usually sensitive to high temperatures or heat sources. In this case, contaminations caused by contact with other materials might occur. These contaminations will cause marks and stains to come out. In these cases (e.g., when the helmet is kept in the top case on hot days), it is recommended that the VPS does not come into contact with other materials.

DISASSEMBLY

3.1. Open the helmet chin guard and lower the VPS completely (see instructions above).
3.2. Hold the left lateral part of the sunscreen and pull it toward the outside of the helmet (Fig. 13).
3.3. Follow the same operation on the right side of the helmet.
ASSEMBLY
4.1 Open the helmet chin guard and move the side slider until it stops (see instructions above).
4.2 Check that the right side guide is located downward (Fig.14). Fit sunscreen right end into the guide until it snaps into the shell housing.
4.3 Insert the sunscreen left end into the guide until it is completely fastened to the shell housing (Fig.13).

WARNING

• Check VPS correct performance by activating and deactivating it (see instructions above). If need be, repeat the same operations as mentioned above.
• If VPS opening and closing mechanisms do not work properly or if such mechanisms are damaged, please refer to a Nolan group authorized dealer.
• Do not use the helmet if the VPS has not been assembled properly.
• Since the VPS does not assure you the same protection as the one provided by the visor, it has to be used only when the helmet visor is lowered.

REMOVABLE INNER COMFORT PADDING

The comfort padding consists of:

• liner
• side cheek pads (right and left)

All components can be completely removed and washed.
The cheek pads are also characterised by removable inner expanding foam padding.
Deactivate the VPS and lift the helmet chin guard to remove and/or install the comfort padding (see instructions above).

DISASSEMBLING THE CHEEK PADS

1.1 Open the chin strap (see specific instructions) and remove the chin strap band from the elastic loop on the cheek pad strap (Fig.15).
1.2 Pull the front of the left cheek pad towards the inside of the helmet to release the three buttons on its back (Fig. 16).
1.3 Remove the rear tab of the comfort padding of the left cheek pad from the cavity between the rear trim and the polystyrene inner shell; then completely remove the cheek pad padding from the helmet (Fig.17).
1.4 Follow these operations with the right cheek pad padding.
Do not remove the polystyrene cheek pads from the helmet shell.

DISASSEMBLING THE INNER EXPANDING FOAM PADDING OF THE CHEEK PADS

To facilitate the washing of the inner comfort padding components, the cheek pads of the helmet are equipped with inner expanding foam padding that can be removed from the fabric lining. To remove the padding, proceed as follows after disassembling the cheek pads from the helmet (see instructions above).
2.1 Unhook both eyelets “A” of the rear frame of left cheek pad slot next to the two snap buttons (front and rear) located on the back (Fig.18).
2.2 Slightly remove the inner expanding foam padding from the fabric lining of the left cheek pad (Fig.19).
2.3 Follow these operations with the right cheek pad padding.
Warning : once the inner paddings made of expanding foam have been removed from the cheek pads, ensure that rear “B”, front “A” and top “A” snap buttons are correctly hooked to the rear frame of the fabric lining of the cheek pads (Fig.20).
Otherwise, position them again appropriately.
DISASSEMBLING THE LINER

3.1 Pull the front part of the comfort padding inwards with respect to the helmet, up to release left and right rear tabs on the liner from the rear edge of the shell (Fig.21).
3.2 Hold the left front part of the liner and pull it upwards in order to remove the corresponding liner tab from the support fixed to the polystyrene inner shell (Fig.22).
Then repeat the steps with central front and right tabs as well.
3.3 Completely remove the comfort padding from the helmet.

ASSEMBLING THE LINER

4.1 Insert the liner correctly into the helmet and have it well fitted against the base.
4.2 Insert the central front tab of the liner into its seat on the support fixed to the polystyrene inner shell and push it downwards until it is completely locked (Fig.22).
Then repeat the operation with the left and right tabs making sure that the side ends of the liner are placed between the external side frames and the polystyrene inner shell.
Warning: check the correct assembly of the liner front area by lifting and lowering the VPS, that should be able to move freely. If this is not the case, repeat the steps 3.2 and 4.2.
4.3 Insert the liner rear right and left tabs into their corresponding housings of the shell edge (Fig.21). Push the tabs until they are fully fastened onto the support.

ASSEMBLY OF INNER EXPANDING FOAM PADDING OF THE CHEEK PADS

5.1 Gently insert the inner expanding foam padding inside the left cheek pad fabric lining (Fig.19).
Carefully stretch the padding while checking that there are no creases in the cheek pad fabric lining.
5.2 Unhook the two eyelets “A” of the rear frame of the left cheek pad slot next to the two snap buttons (front and rear) on the back (Fig.18).
5.3 Follow these operations with the right cheek pad padding.

ASSEMBLING THE CHEEK PADS

WARNING
Take the padding of the left cheek pad and ensure that the three rear “B”, front “A” and top “A” snap buttons are correctly hooked to the rear frame of the fabric lining of the cheek pads (Fig.20). Otherwise, position them again appropriately.
6.1 Insert the rear tab of the comfort padding of the left cheek pad into the cavity between the rear trim and the polystyrene inner shell (Fig.17).
6.2 Insert the chin strap into the cavity in the cheek pad padding and press near the rear snap fasteners located on the back to fasten it to the relevant seat in the polystyrene cheek pad (Fig.16).
6.3 Check whether the fasteners are correctly fastened by slightly pulling the cheek pad towards the inside of the helmet and checking that it keeps adhering to the polystyrene cheek pad.
6.4 Follow these operations with the right cheek pad padding.
Warning : the buttons are not fastened until a click is heard. Check that the strap comes out properly from the cheek pad padding.
6.5 Insert the chin strap band into the elastic loop on the cheek pad strap (Fig. 15).
WARNING

• If your helmet is equipped with the D-Ring retention system, close it as described in the attached D-Ring instruction label available under www.nolan-helmets.com
• Remove the inner comfort padding only when cleaning or washing is required.
• Never use the helmet if the inner comfort padding and the cheek pads have not been correctly and completely fitted.
• Carefully wash by hand and use only mild soap and water at 30 °C max.
• Rinse using cold water and dry at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.
• Never machine-wash the inner comfort padding.
• The inner polystyrene is an easily deformable material. It is intended to change or get partially destroyed to help absorb shocks.
• Do not modify or alter the internal polystyrene components in any way.
• Clean the inner polystyrene components using a damp cloth only and allow them to dry at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
• Never use tools or equipment to carry out the operations described above.

LINER POSITIONING CONTROL (LPC)

ADJUSTING THE LINER POSITION

The different anatomic shape of riders heads at times requires the position of the helmet to be adapted to the specific head. The LINER POSITIONING CONTROL (LPC) enables liner position adjustment. This means that helmet fit on your head can even be improved with respect to the standard one, thus making it perfect for any exigence.
To adjust the liner, deactivate the VPS, open the chin strap (see relevant instructions) and proceed as follows.
1.1 Overturn one side of the upper part of the padding and unhook the front circular button for adjusting the liner below it from the underlying longitudinal plastic support with seven holes (Fig. 23).
1.2 Move the circular button along the longitudinal plastic support and re- hook it in one of the two following holes (Fig.24).
1.3 Repeat the process of points 1.1 and 1.2 with the rear circular button located below the padding (Fig.25). By pulling the two adjustment snaps of the liner, the helmet is gradually positioned higher on the head.
1.4 After correctly fastening both adjustment snaps of the liner to the longitudinal plastic support, fold and lay the upper padding to the correct position.
1.5 Wear the helmet and ensure that the positioning and comfort suit your head. If not, adjust it again.
WARNING
After adjusting the liner position, put on and fasten the helmet to check the correct adjustment of the chin strap (see specific instruction label under www.nolan-helmets.com). Check also the correct helmet fit on your head in riding position setup, as well as its easy taking off (see “CHOOSING AND CHECKING THE RIGHT HELMET FEATURES” detailed above).

EYEWEAR ADAPTIVE

CREATING SPACE FOR GLASSES

1.1 Remove the left cheek pad from the helmet (see instructions above).
1.2 Remove the inner expanding foam cheek pad padding (see instructions above).
3.3. Remove the upper part of the pre-punched inner padding (Fig.26), then properly reposition the remaining part of the padding in the cheek pad.
It is recommended that you keep the removed padding for any subsequent reuse.
1.4 Assemble the inner expanding foam cheek padding (see instructions above).
1.5 Reassemble the full cheek pad on the helmet (see instructions above).
1.6 Follow these operations with the right cheek pad padding.

REMOVING SPACE FOR GLASSES

2.1 Remove the left cheek pad from the helmet (see instructions above).
2.2 Remove the inner expanding foam cheek pad padding (see instructions above).
2.3 Properly insert part of the previously removed padding into the cheek pad fabric lining (Fig.26).
2.4 Reassemble the full cheek pad on the helmet (see instructions above).
2.5 Follow these operations with the right cheek pad padding.

WIND PROTECTOR

(Available as standard or as an accessory or spare part)
This accessory allows improved helmet performance under certain conditions of use.
The Wind Protector reduces unpleasant infiltrations of air under the chin.
See Fig.27 for assembly and disassembly instructions.

VENTILATION SYSTEM

The ventilation system of the helmet consists of:
Lower ventilation
It allows ventilation around the mouth area and conveys the air directly on the visor, thus reducing fogging.
See Fig.28 for opening and closing operations.
Top ventilation
It provides direct ventilation to the head upper area, even at low speed.
See Fig.29 for opening and closing instructions.
Rear ventilation
It allows warm and stale air to flow out, thus ensuring optimum comfort inside the helmet (Fig.30).

SETTING UP THE N-COM – HELMET COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS

(Available as standard or as an accessory or spare part)
Your helmet is factory-preset to be equipped with the N-Com communication system. If your helmet is approved pursuant to Regulation UN ECE No. 22, it has been tested and approved with the N-Com system installed as well. Installing a system other than the N-Com affects the helmet’s regulatory compliance. During the communication system installation (see the specific instructions in the N-Com kit), you will need to remove the foam material fillers located in the polystyrene cheek pads next to the N-Com earphone housings from the helmet.
The above-mentioned fillers should only be removed if the helmet is used with a compatible N-Com system installed.

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Note

• This helmet is manufactured in a plant respecting the environment.
  At the end of its use, it is recommended to dispose of it accord ing to specific regulations in force over the place or Country of residence.

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