Arai HELMET Concept-XE Helmet Instruction Manual

Arai HELMET Concept-XE Helmet

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: ARAI CONCEPT-XE Helmet
• Compatible Visor: ARAI VAS-V IC (MAX VISION)

Product Usage Instructions

To Open/Close Shield

• To open the shield, push the shield latch lever up and the shield will open slightly. Then pull the bulge on the shield slightly outward so the shield clears the latch post on the helmet, and raise the shield.
• Warning: Do not attempt to open the shield without using the latch system or push down on the shield latch lever to prevent damage to the latch system.
• To close the shield, push it down until the latch post fully engages the shield and the latch lever captures the bottom of the shield.
• Warning: Ensure the shield is properly latched before riding to prevent unexpected openings due to wind pressure, vibration, or normal head movement.
• If the shield operation becomes stiff, apply one or two drops of supplied silicone lubricant around the sliding slot and brass stud for maintenance.

To Operate a Demist System

• A demist function is incorporated into the shield latch system.
• Push the shield latch lever up to release the shield into the demist position for rapid clearing of interior mist.
• To close the shield completely, push it down until fully engaged.

To Operate Browvents

• The Browvents can be operated from fully closed to fully open positions by pulling the vent control down to open and pushing up to close.

To Operate Mouthvent

• The Mouthvent is operated by pulling the vent control down to open and pushing it up to close.
• When closed, the air is directed up along the interior surface of the shield to prevent fogging.
• When open, air is channeled back to enhance airflow around the mouth and nose.

FAQ

Q: Can I use any visor with the ARAI CONCEPT-XE helmet?

A: No, only use the original ARAI VAS-V IC (MAX VISION) visor with the ARAI CONCEPT-XE helmet for safety and compatibility reasons.

Ventilation

TO OPEN/CLOSE SHIELD

• To open, push the shield latch lever up and the shield will open slightly ①.
• Then pull the bulge on the shield slightly outward so the shield clears the latch post on the helmet ②, and raise the shield.
• WARNING: Do not attempt to open the shield without using the latch system, or push down on the shield latch lever ③, as damage to the latch system may occur.
• To close, push the shield down until the latch post fully engages the shield and the latch lever captures the bottom of the shield ④.
• WARNING : Be sure to latch the shield properly before riding. If not latched securely, the shield may open unexpectedly from wind pressure, vibration, or even normal head movement.
• If the shield operation becomes stiff, flexing excessively as you raise or lower it, apply one or two drops of supplied silicone lubricant around the sliding slot and brass stud, and wipe off with soft tissue paper for shield operation maintenance.
• If a shield is dirty, clean it before applying silicone.

WARNING:

• If your shield becomes too scratched or uncleanable, replace it with a new one. Impaired visibility causes accidents.
• Use a solution of mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water to clean your shield. Rinse well with clean water, and wipe off with a soft cloth.
• Never use petrol, thinner, benzene, or any other solvents.
• There are many “aggressive” cleaners on the market,
• including some supposed to be specifically for use on shields.
• Arai strongly recommends that you do not use any such products to clean your shield as some of their ingredients may have damaging effects on the shield and other plastic parts installed on your helmet.
• Do not apply stickers or adhesive tape to the shield, as this will weaken the hard coating. If tinted, the shield is for daylight use only.

TO OPERATE DEMIST SYSTEM

• A demist function is incorporated in the shield latch system to allow more rapid clearing of any interior mist with the shield remaining partially latched.
• Push the shield latch lever up to release the shield into the demist position to assist moisture dispersal ①.
• To close the shield completely, push the shield down until the latch post fully engages the shield and the latch lever captures the bottom of the shield ②.

TO OPERATE BROW VENTS

The Browvents are operated from fully closed through intermediate, to fully open positions by simply pulling the vent control down to open, and pushing up to close.

TO OPERATE MOUTHVENT

• The Mouthvent is operated by simply pulling the vent control down to open, and pushing up to close.
• When the vent control is closed, the air is directed up along the interior surface of the shield to help prevent fogging, and when it is opened, the air is channeled back to further enhance the airflow around the mouth and nose to help move hot moist air out faster.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE THE BREATH DEFLECTOR

• To remove, grasp either side of the edge and pull upward and toward to opposite end ①.
• To install, first, insert the center of the deflector in the receiving slot and then push in the sides working from the center outwards ②.
• NOTE : If you do not use the deflector we recommend you install an Anti-mist spacer (optional) in this place as it acts as an anti-mist ducting device.

TO REMOVE SHIELD

• First, unlatch the shield by pushing up the latch lever ①.
• Using a large coin, to not damage the slot in the screw head, remove the two screws from both of the shield pivot covers ②. Take care to keep track of the screws once removed.
• Remove the complete shield assembly (the pivot cover and base plate on both sides will stay on the shied) ③.

TO REMOVE THE PIVOT COVER AND BASE PLATE

• With the underside of the pivot mechanism facing you ①, hold the pivot cover and base plate at the top with one hand and with the other pull down on the bottom of the cover to release the lower clip ②, then release the upper hook ③.
• Lift the base plate to remove it from the shield ④. Repeat for the other side.

TO INSTALL PIVOT COVER AND BASE PLATE

• From the inside of the shield, set the base plate into the shield so that the brass stud of the shield is in the rearward end of the sliding slot of the base plate and the sliding slot of the shield is over the spring clip of the base plate ①.
• Position the upper hook on the pivot cover into the seat of the base plate ②&③ and then push on the lower part of the pivot cover so the lower clip engages with the seat in the base plate ④. Repeat for the other side.

TO INSTALL SHIELD

• Place the complete shield assembly (the pivot cover and base plate pre-installed on the shield) on the helmet so that the two screw holes on both sides are over the threaded screw receptacles ①.
• Push the shield down until the latch post fully engages the shield and the latch lever captures the bottom of the shield ②.
• Install the two screws through the pivot cover on each side into the helmet, leaving them slightly snug, do not fully tighten yet ③.
• Push on the front of the shield to bring it fully home against the eye-port trim. While still pushing on the shield to keep it tight against the helmet, fully snug down the screws, but do not over-tighten.
• It may be necessary to do one side at a time with a smoothing pressure from the shield center toward each base plate and tightening each in turn for best results ④.
• Work the shield up and down to confirm proper operation ⑤.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE CHEEK PADS

• When first servicing the cheek pads, it is suggested that you do only one at a time so that the other can be used as a reinstallation guide.
• To remove the cheek pads, first undo the chinstrap.
• Gently pull the cheek pad toward the front of the helmet, then pull the back of the cheek pad inward to release and slide it off the strap.
• To take off the fabric covering for washing, peel the covering off over the rear edge of the cheek pad assembly until all the fabric is on the face side surface. Then draw the covering through the opening by grasping the rectangular collar and pulling.
• To wash fabric coverings, put them into lukewarm water with a small amount of laundry soap or your shampoo and wash gently by hand. Rinse well with fresh water and wipe off with a soft cloth. Dry them in the shade at ambient temperature.
• WARNING: Never use petrol, thinner, benzene, or any other solvents.
• To replace the fabric covering, ensure it is turned right side out, stretch the covering over pad ①, and adjust the covering to lie smoothly ②.
• Then push the rectangular collar through the pad assembly and adjust it into the final position, making sure it is not twisted ③.
• If a tab that says EMERGENCY TAB is drawn out, draw back the strap of the tab until it stops at the guide ④. Fold flat and cover the strap of the tab with the fabric covering as shown ⑤.
• WARNING: Do not allow more than the tab of the strap to be exposed outside the guide on the cheek pads, as the strap loop may be caught by projecting objects when riding.
• To replace a cheek pad in the helmet, slip the pad onto a strap.
• Place the front tab toward the front of the helmet and push the rear part of the pad until the pad is fully home.
• Pull the chin strap completely through the cheek pad to ensure there is no play in the chin strap and it is not trapped behind the cheek pad.
• ABOUT EMERGENCY RELEASE SYSTEM: The EMERGENCY RELEASE SYSTEM is to smoothly remove cheek pads that may be a hindrance when rescuers attempt to remove a helmet from an injured helmet wearer.
• With the label that says EMERGENCY TAB located between the shell and the cheek pad at each side, rescuers can recognize that the helmet is equipped with the EMERGENCY RELEASE SYSTEM, and the cheek pads can be removed by pulling the tab downward.
• WARNING: The EMERGENCY RELEASE SYSTEM is for “emergencies only” and should not be used for routine, everyday removal of the cheek pads, otherwise cheek pad damage may occur.
• WARNING: Rescuers need to have sufficient knowledge and training about this system.
• The Emergency Tab may not always be an effective measure to securely remove cheek pads depending on the circumstances of the accident or the condition of injured wearers.

TO REMOVE/REPLACE COMFORT LINING

• The comfort lining is secured to the helmet by plastic bosses ①.
• To remove the lining, undo bosses by grasping the lining as close to each boss as possible ②&③ and pulling straight up ④.
• Note the fore & back, top & bottom sides of the lining for replacement.
• To wash the comfort lining, put it into lukewarm water with a small amount of laundry soap or your shampoo and wash gently by hand.
• Rinse well with fresh water and wipe off with a soft cloth. Dry it in the shade at ambient temperature.
• WARNING : Never use petrol, thinner, benzene, or any other solvents.
• To replace the lining, place the bosses over their plastic receptacles and push them home.
• WARNING : When reinstalling the comfort lining, be sure the lining is properly positioned along the inside shape of the EPS (a.k.a. Styrofoam) liner. If the comfort lining is not properly installed, the frame of the comfort lining may fold when you put on and take off the helmet, which may injure your skin, etc. Whenever you feel something is wrong with the comfort lining, check that the lining is properly installed.
• Helmet Specifications are subject to Change Without Notice.
• Contact to: ARAI HELMET, LIMITED
• 12 Azuma-cho, 2-chome Omiya, Saitama Japan 330-0841
• ARAI HELMET (EUROPE), B.V.
• Zuiderinslag 10 3871MR Hoevelaken The Netherlands
• info@araihelmet.eu

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