Instructions for use / Mode d'emploi
3. Test / test
Attaching hearing protection / Fixation des protections antibruit
Attaching
Clippage
Removing
Déclippage
Mounting the headlamp / Fixation de la lampe frontale
VIZIR face shield / Visière VIZIR
PIXA 1: E78AHB
A15
PIXA 2: E78BHB
PIXA 3: E78CHB
Absorbent foam for ALVEO
Mousse absorbante pour ALVEO
A20200
Standard stickers for ALVEO
Autocollants standards pour ALVEO
A20100
Reflective stickers for ALVEO
Autocollants réfléchissants pour ALVEO
A20110
Accessories / Accessoires
Spare parts / Pièces détachées
(EN) ENGLISH
Helmet for work at height, rescue,
climbing and mountaineering
Field of application
This helmet is designed for work at height,
rescue, climbing and mountaineering only.
The chinstrap has a strength of 50 daN
(requirement of the EN 12492 standard) to
help keep the helmet on the head in case
of a fall.
The ALVEO VENT helmet meets only the
impact and penetration requirements of the
EN 397 standard.
WARNING, this ventilated helmet has no
electrical insulation rating.
Do not use this helmet in activities for which
it is not designed.
Activities at height present a risk of
serious head injury. Wearing a helmet can
significantly reduce this risk, but cannot
entirely eliminate it.
In a major impact, the helmet deforms to
absorb the maximum amount of energy
possible, sometimes to the point of
destroying the helmet.
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this
equipment are inherently dangerous.
You are responsible for your own
actions and decisions.
Before using this product, you must:
- Read and understand all instructions
for use.
- Get specific training in its proper use.
- Become acquainted with its capabilities
and limitations.
- Understand and accept the risks involved.
Failure to heed any of these warnings
may result in severe injury or death.
significantly reduce its protective
properties without leaving visible
signs of damage. Retire your
helmet after a major impact.
Consult the details of the inspection
procedure to be carried out for each item of
PPE on the Web at www.petzl.com/ppe
Contact Petzl if there is any doubt about the
Replacement foam for ALVEO
condition of this product.
Mousse de rechange pour ALVEO
Instructions for use
A20210
1. Preparation
Use only the smooth areas for stickers
and other markings. Petzl stickers are
approved. For any other stickers, verify their
Responsibility
compatibility with Acrylonitrile Butadiene
Styrene. Stickers may contain materials that,
WARNING, specific training in the activities
with time, can alter the physical properties
defined in the field of application is essential
of the helmet.
before use.
This product must only be used by
2. Adjustments
competent and responsible persons, or
2a. Adjust the headband to maximum size
those placed under the direct and visual
using the adjustment wheels and place the
control of a competent and responsible
helmet on your head.
person.
2b. Position the adjusters under the ears. To
Gaining an adequate apprenticeship in
adjust the chinstrap backwards or forwards,
appropriate techniques and methods of
slide the webbing through the chinstrap
protection is your own responsibility.
positioning buckles.
You personally assume all risks and
2c. Use the adjustment wheels to increase or
responsibilities for all damage, injury or
decrease the size of the headband.
death which may occur during or following
2d. Fasten the chinstrap using the buckle.
incorrect use of our products in any manner
You must hear the buckle "click" to ensure
whatsoever. If you are not able, or not in a
proper fastening. Tighten the chinstrap, it
position to assume this responsibility or to
should be snug, but comfortable. A correctly
take this risk, do not use this equipment.
adjusted chinstrap reduces the risk of the
Nomenclature of parts
helmet coming off accidentally. You must pull
on the chinstrap to verify that the buckle is
(1) Shell, (2) Headband, (3) Headband
properly fastened.
adjustment wheels, (4) Chin strap
To open the buckle, press the button on the
positioning buckles, (5) Chin strap fastening
chinstrap fastening buckle.
and adjustment buckle, (6) Ventilation
2e. Adjust the vertical position of the
holes, (7) Side slots for mounting hearing
headband adjustment system on your nape
protection, (8) Headlamp clips, (9) Front
by sliding it up or down along the webbing.
headlamp mounting slot, (10) Face shield
ATTENTION, be sure there is no slack in the
mounting hole, (11) Internal liner.
webbing between the headband adjustment
Principal materials: Acrylonitrile Butadiene
system and the shell of the helmet.
Styrene (ABS) shell, polyester straps.
3. Test
Inspection, points to
Verify that the helmet is well seated and
centered on the head. A well-adjusted helmet
verify
(minimal movement front to back or side to
side), provides better protection.
Before each use, check the condition of the
shell and the headband attachment system
Accessories
(verify there are no cracks or deformation
on the outside or the inside...). Check the
- Use the side slots to attach hearing
condition of the webbing and stitching.
protection. Use a screwdriver to remove
them.
Verify that the headband adjustment system
and chinstrap buckle are functioning
- Mounting the face shield: use the face
properly.
shield mounting hole, or the side slots.
WARNING, a major impact to the helmet can
- Mounting the headlamp: use the headlamp
clips, or the front slot on the helmet.
Precautions for use
+ 50°C / + 122°F
- Your helmet can be damaged from
- 30°C / - 22°F
improper care. Do not sit on it, pack it too
tightly, drop it, allow it to contact sharp or
pointed objects, etc.
Do not expose your helmet to high
temperatures, for example by leaving it inside
a vehicle in direct sunlight.
- Certain chemical products, especially
solvents, can damage your helmet. Protect
your helmet from exposure to chemicals.
- This helmet has been tested for use at
temperatures between -30 °C and +50 °C.
Petzl general
information
Lifetime / When to retire your
equipment
For Petzl's plastic and textile products, the
maximum lifetime is 10 years from the date
of manufacture. It is indefinite for metallic
products.
ATTENTION: an exceptional event can lead
you to retire a product after only one use,
depending on the type and intensity of
usage and the environment of usage (harsh
environments, marine environment, sharp
edges, extreme temperatures, chemical
products, etc.).
A product must be retired when:
- It is over 10 years old and made of plastic
or textiles.
- It has been subjected to a major fall (or
load).
- It fails to pass inspection. You have any
doubt as to its reliability.
- You do not know its full usage history.
- When it becomes obsolete due to changes
in legislation, standards, technique or
incompatibility with other equipment, etc.
Destroy retired equipment to prevent
further use.
Product inspection
In addition to the inspection before each use,
an in-depth inspection must be carried out
by a competent inspector. The frequency of
the in-depth inspection must be governed
by applicable legislation, and the type and
the intensity of use. Petzl recommends an
inspection at least once every 12 months.
To help maintain product traceability, do not
remove any markings or labels.
Inspection results should be recorded on
a form with the following details: type of