Alpina SKI HELMETS Mode D'emploi page 7

keep the instructions for the period of use. This product conforms to the requirements of EC
Directive 89/686 and EU Regulation 2016/425 effective from 21 April 2018. The declaration of
conformity for this product as per Regulation 2016/425 can be downloaded from www.alpina-
sports.com/ce. The Geprüfte Sicherheit (Safety Tested, Fig.12) seal (GS seal) guarantees that
this product meets the requirements of the German Product Safety Law (ProdSG). It is a voluntary
safety symbol issued by the TÜV (Technical Inspection Authority). Helmet for alpine skiers
(Fig. 13) and snowboarders (Fig. 14). Class A or Class B: 'Helmets in Class A and Class B are for
skiers, snowboarders, and similar groups. Helmets in Class A offer relatively more protection.
Helmets in Class B offer more ventilation and better hearing, but protect a smaller area of the
head and provide a lower degree of penetration resistance.' (Source: EN 1077). This helmet is
not suitable for sports such as motorcycling and motorised cycles (Fig. 15). Warning (Fig. 16):
The helmet can be damaged by contact with hydrocarbons (Fig. 17), cleaning fluids (Fig. 18),
paints (Fig. 19), decals (Fig. 20), or other external influences (Fig. 21). This ski and snowboard
helmet represents the best possible, state-of-the-art head protection against external damage.
However, it cannot guarantee that no injuries will occur. Our ski and snowboard helmets meet
the European standard EN 1077 and are also certified in part – to the extent indicated on the
helmet – according to the US standard ASTM F 2040. As part of those standards, the helmets
are tested for shock absorbance, penetration, stripping, chin strap stability, and coverage zones.
Our helmets consist of three main components: The outer shell, made from high-quality plastic,
provides the helmet with stability and distributes the energy of an impact across as large an
area as possible. The inner shell is made from a special expanded polystyrene. It cushions the
energy from an impact and dissipates it through deformation. The comfort padding provides a
high degree of wearing comfort and helps with the fit of the helmet. 2. Purchasing a ski helmet.
2.1 Head circumference in cm. As the starting point for choosing the right size, the head
circumference is measured a finger width above the eyebrows. Many stores will have a head
measuring tape available. The head size is indicated on the helmet in centimetres (cm). 2.2 Trial
fitting. It is important that the helmet noticeably encloses your head. With the interior fittings in
place, the helmet should sit firmly, but not too tightly, on your head. You should look in a mirror
when trying the helmet on. 2.3 Correct positioning. Make sure that the helmet is positioned
horizontally on your head (Fig. 7). The helmet should not sit too far back, otherwise the forehead
will not be protected, but neither should the helmet be pulled too far down over the forehead,
because in that position it can affect sight. The ideal position of the helmet can be determined
when it sits a finger width above the eyebrows. 2.4 Firm fit. Test for a firm fit by lightly shaking
your head with the strap open. The helmet should not change its position. An ideal fit is necessary
so that the helmet can meet its safety function 100%. 2.5 Adjusting the strap system. 2.5.1 Helmets
with strap joints (Fig. 3). 1) Remove the padding from the chin strap. 2) Position the strap joints
(Fig. 3), the anchor where the temple (Fig. I) and head straps (Fig. II) come together, so that the
straps come together about a finger width under your ears. 3) When adjusting the strap joints
(Fig. 3) the straps on the left and right sides must be individually pulled to the correct length.
Also adjust the lengths of the straps on the snap closure (Fig. 2) so that both lie firmly under
the chin. 4) All of the straps are the right length when the temple strap (Fig. I) leads downward
tightly but without cutting, and the back of the head strap (Fig. II), runs lightly upward, also
tightly. 5) Replace the padding on the chin strap. 2.5.2 Helmets without strap joints. Some
helmets do not have strap joints. In that case, the length of the straps is set with the snap
closure. 2.5.3 Closure. Most of our helmet models are equipped with a snap closure, which can
easily be operated with one hand. It is unlocked by pressing the red button (Fig. 2). NOTE: The
snap closure can be loosened for comfort without completely opening the strap system.
However, before starting the activity, the snap system must be closed completely. 2.6 Size
adjustment. 2.6.1 Helmets with a single size. In some helmets, the exact size is determined
solely through the thickness of the interior fittings. In this case, no manual adjustment is
necessary. 2.6.2 Size adjustment system. With the size adjustment system, you can individually
set the size of your helmet. To do so, place it on your head in the correct position and turn the
adjustment wheel – turning it clockwise makes the size tighter, turning it counter-clockwise
makes the size looser (Fig. 5). Some helmet models also have a height adjustment system
(Fig. 1) in order to optimally adjust your helmet to the back of your head. To do this, select the
locking step which seems most comfortable to you. Then turn the adjustment wheel of the size
adjustment system until the helmet noticeably encloses your head. 3. Extras. 3.1 Removable ear
pads. Some models are equipped with removable ear pads (Fig. III). The ear pads are held in
place either with snaps on the strap and/or a loop on the earpiece for the strap to pass through
and a retaining piece on the inner shell of the helmet. 3.2 Wearing with ski goggles. Most of our
ski helmets have a fastening system at the back for the headband for ski goggles. On some
models, the outer shell has retaining lugs under which you can clamp the head band. Other
models have a plastic bracket or elastic band which is closed with a snap or hook. Both
versions guarantee a firm hold for the headband of your ski goggles. 3.3 Visor. If you have