Service Life; Storage & Transportation - CASCO PF 112 Instructions

Attention! The protective effect is only achieved when the helmet is ideally positioned, the head band
adapted to the head girth and the chin strap fastened. Only wear the helmet when it is fully assembled.
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SERVICE LIFE

The helmets have a maximum service life with no binding expiry date. The service life of these helmets is
influenced by the environment and environmental conditions in which the helmet is used and stored, as
well as the materials used in its construction. This CASCO PF 112 firefighting helmet series is equipped
with an EXTREMly temperature resistant coated shell of highly compressed fiberglass which offers out-
standing durability and is not affected by sunlight (UV rays).
The service life of these helmets is mainly limited by mechanical, thermal and chemical factors. The highly
compressed fibreglass is generally held to be EXTREMly durable against such pressures. The helmets'
load capacity when faced with weather-related, chemical and thermal factors, shows a considerably bet-
ter performance than thermoplastic materials.
Warning: The CASCO PF 112 helmet series does not have a binding discard or expiry date, the maximum
service life is dependent on the above-mentioned factors.
In order to achieve a long service life, the instructions for use must be applied. This especially covers
cleaning and maintenance, care and repair measures and advice on how to carry out regular damage
checks. Please note: Every helmet equipped with interior construction and accessories must be checked
for possible damage before and after every use and these checks be documented. If these prerequisites
have been fulfilled and the helmet shows no indication of mechanical, thermal or chemical damage
and if all instructions for use have been followed, CASCO PF 112 series firefighting helmets can easily
be worn for longer than 15 years. Since the shock-absorption parts of the interior construction are not
overtly subject to external influences, we recommend preventative helmet replacement after the above-
mentioned time period.
CHECKING THE SERVICEABILITY
Please carry out an inspection of the helmet shell, internal fittings and chin strap at regular and also
deployment-dependent intervals. A damaged helmet may no longer be used! It must be rendered un-
usable and replaced. The helmet absorbs the energy of an impact accompanied by partial destruction
or damage. Any helmet which has been subjected to a heavy impact must be replaced as the resultant
damage is not always visible.
The painted surface of the helmet should also be checked for damage, as damage to the paintwork can
lead to a reduction in its lifespan. Small surface scratches do not reduce the protective effect. If the helmet
becomes damaged as a result of high thermal effects or direct contact with chemicals (i.e. recognisable
damage, or changes in the colour of the helmet shell), the helmet may no longer be used.
Our online guide to damage can help you with assessing damage.
Link:
https://casco-helme.de/content/GEBRAUCHSANLEITUNGEN.php
STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
Protective helmets are to be stored away from sunlight in a cool, dry spot. Avoid direct exposure to sun-
light to prevent possible damage through UV rays to the luminescent paintwork, for example. The helmet
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