Detlev Louis 69367 Motorcycle Gloves For Non-Professional Motorcycle Riders Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- Detlev Louis
Table of Contents
Detlev Louis 69367 Motorcycle Gloves For Non-Professional Motorcycle
Riders
General information
EU requirements
These gloves fulfill the basic requirements of Safety and Health of the PPE
Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Conformity with the requirements set down in this
regulation has been proven by means of an EU-type examination performed by a
notified body. You will find a list of notified bodies at the beginning of
these instructions for use.
You will find the identification number of the institute that performed the EU
type-examination for the specific PPE in the product-specific section. The
following label is affixed to all protective gloves for motorcycle riders in
road traffic (hereinafter referred to as “gloves”) and contains the
information described
Example
- Specific symbol indicating use of the gloves when riding a motorcycle
- Performance class
- Knuckle protection
- Trade name
- Order number
- Reference to information material
- Manufacturer’s declaration of conformity with Regulation (EU) 2016/425
- European standard
Important note: We recommend leaving the label on the product to be able to prove conformity with the applicable European regulation.
Conformity with the type test is ensured based on internal production control. The EU Declaration of Conformity can be found online on the specific product page of the website www.louis.eu.
General performance features
The gloves were tested in accordance with the European standard EN 13594:2015.
EN 13594:2015 specifies two performance classes in respect of the protection
provided. These two performance classes have been defined in order to
introduce certified protection for as many motorcycle riders as possible. The
degree of risk or danger to which a motorcycle rider is exposed depends
greatly on his/her riding style and the nature of any accident.
“Performance class 1” is the minimum requirement that gloves must meet in
order to provide actual protection in the event of an accident. “Performance
class 1” gloves also have optimum ergonomics for all riding styles.
“Performance class 2” was introduced for cases where motorcycle riders are at
an increased accident risk on account of their riding style. “Performance
class 2” gloves give a higher degree of protection, but this can make them
less ergonomic and therefore they are not suitable for all motorcycle riders.
The following features are tested in accordance with EN 13594:2015 and are
rated as follows:
| Tests | Level 1 | Level 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cuff length | ≥ + 15 mm | ≥ + 50 mm |
| Restraint system | ≥ 25N | ≥ 50N |
| Tear strength | ||
| Palm and palm side of fingers | ≥ 25N | ≥ 35N |
| Back and back side of fingers | ≥ 18N | ≥ 30N |
| Fourchettes | ≥ 18N | ≥ 25N |
| Seam strength | ||
| Main seams | ≥ 6N/mm | ≥ 10N/mm |
| Fourchettes | ≥ 4N/mm | ≥ 7N/mm |
| Tests | Level 1 | Level 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cut resistance | ||
| Palm | ≥ 1,2 | ≥ 1,8 |
| Back | N/A | ≥ 1,2 |
| Abrasion resistance (ball of thumb) | ||
| Single value | ≥ 3,0s | ≥ 6,0s |
| Mean value | ≥ 4,0s | ≥ 8,0s |
| **Impact attenuation knuckle protection*** | optional | required |
| Single value | ≤ 9,0kN | ≤ 5,0kN |
| Mean value | ≤ 7,0kN | ≤ 4,0kN |
*Protection zone for impact absorption
Some gloves have knuckle protection. The knuckle protection must cover all
four finger joints and provides limited impact absorption plus abrasion
protection for the back of the hand in the event of an accident or falling off
the motorcycle, when the rider’s hands may hit the road and slide across the
road surface.
Gloves with knuckle protection are labeled “KP” in the CE pictogram.
Even if the protective gloves fulfil “Performance class 2” in some of the
required tests, the overall performance may still be classified as
“Performance class 1”. The overall performance is classified based on the
lowest result from all the required tests.
The performance classes achieved in the individual tests are listed in the
product-specific section within this user information.
SAFETY
Intended use
The gloves described in this information sheet are designed to be used for
riding motorcycles in road traffic.
The gloves can protect against weather conditions, without unnecessarily
restricting the dexterity that the wearer requires for
operating the controls of the motorcycle. In addition, the gloves can provide
a certain degree of mechanical protection to the wearer’s hands and wrists in
the event of an accident. The particular hazards associated with motorcycle
accidents consist, on the one hand, of falling off the motorcycle and, on the
other hand, collisions with other vehicles or solid objects at the roadside.
In addition, mechanical forces and grazing as a result of landing on the
ground pose a risk of injury.
Please keep in mind that the entire body must be protected when riding
motorcycles, and that you should always wear the appropriate equipment from
head to toe (helmet, jacket, trousers, gloves and boots).
Restrictions
These gloves do not protect against chemicals, extreme heat, naked flames,
extremely low temperatures or other risks and hazards that are not mentioned
in these instructions for use.
No personal protective equipment (PPE) can offer indefinite protection against
the risks associated with a fall or accident. No glove can prevent hand
injuries with one hundred percent certainty. Riding motorcycles is a dangerous
activity in general, and the use of this PPE cannot guarantee that severe
personal injuries will be prevented.
How to use
Choosing the correct gloves:
An overview of all available glove sizes can be found at the end of this
manual.
The gloves must be close-fitting, and all the fasteners securely fastened. It
is best to check the fit of the gloves by grasping the handlebars of
a motorcycle. The gloves should not feel uncomfortably tight on your fingers,
finger tips, back of your hand or palm, nor should they feel loose. Your
finger tips should not touch the end of the glove; however, there should also
not be so much space that grip is restricted. It must be possible to operate
all the controls without any difficulty.
Fastening your gloves correctly
The gloves have either one or two hook-and-loop fasteners at the wrist and/or
cuff. These must be pulled as tight as possible without being uncomfortable.
You must not be able to pull the glove off without first undoing the hook-and-
loop fastener. The gloves should be worn over or under the jacket sleeve in
such a way that the sleeve and cuff overlap and ideally cannot slide apart in
the event of a fall.
(Please also check this when buying your jacket.)
Correct use
Safety checks
It is essential that the following instructions be observed, as this is the
only way to ensure that the original protective capacity of the gloves is
maintained.
Never use solvents or other aggressive substances for cleaning. Contact with
unapproved substances or incorrect care of the gloves may significantly affect
their features and reduce the protection they provide. The gloves must not be
dyed, nor may adhesive labels be attached.
No modifications to the product, however small they may seem, are permitted.
Excessive twisting and/or bending (e.g. wringing out the glove) also
constitute incorrect handling because the product was not developed to
withstand these kinds of forces. Such incorrect treatment as mentioned above
may result in reduced protection. At worst, the gloves may become ineffective.
Detlev Louis Motorrad-Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH (Switzerland: Detlev Louis AG) cannot accept any claims for compensation or for repair resulting from incorrect treatment.
The gloves should be checked for holes, tears, etc., every time they are worn.
If you notice any damage to the gloves, you must replace them. Also check that
the knuckle protectors are undamaged and securely attached to the gloves.
Check that the hook-and-loop fasteners are clean and function properly and
securely.
As soon as your gloves or parts of the gloves start to show signs of wear, it
is time to replace them.
A fall and/or crash may damage important components of the gloves, so they will no longer provide the limited protection described above. Such damage may not be visible to the naked eye. You should therefore always replace your gloves after a fall.
Label
The gloves come with a production label for clear identification and
traceability.
Durability
The durability of the gloves depends on the type and duration of use, and the
degree of care. As a general principle, this PPE must be replaced eight years
from the date of manufacture, even if it does not appear to be damaged. Some
forms of damage are not always recognisable by simple visual inspection.
Care
Only use a damp cloth to remove any dirt. After cleaning your gloves, treat
them with suitable leather care products. We recommend refreshing the
impregnation of the outer material from time to time, depending on usage.
You will find more care instructions on our website: www.louis.eu
The correct storage, transport and disposal
The gloves must be stored in a dry and well-ventilated place. Do not expose
them to sunlight or direct heat sources.
The gloves must be protected against impacts under all circumstances, and you
should not place heavy objects on them. Avoid storing your gloves in such a
way that their own weight is carried by a few individual points. After use,
let your gloves air-dry at room temperature. Never use a hairdryer or similar
device, or place the gloves directly on a radiator, as this may cause damage.
When transporting the gloves, do not leave them in a closed vehicle for an
extended period of time, and do not expose them to very high or very low
temperatures. Make sure that no heavy objects are placed on top of the gloves
during transportation.
The gloves were made using selected materials which are classified as being
harmless to humans according to current knowledge.
Gloves that are no longer usable must be disposed of in accordance with the
applicable environmental regulations, unless otherwise indicated.
Contact
If you have any questions about the product and/or these instructions, before
using the product for the first time, please contact our Service Centre by
e-mail at: service@louis.eu.
We will help you as quickly as possible. This is the best way to ensure that
your product is used correctly.
As at: 02/2021
References
- moto.ch - Das Motorrad-Portal
- Moto.fr : Pièces détachées moto
- Moto usate e moto nuove. Forum e news su Moto.it
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- Louis – Moto: abbigliamento e attrezzatura tecnica | Louis ?
- Louis – Motorradbekleidung und -technik | Louis ?
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