Angel Armor RISE Maintenance manual

USE, CARE AND MAINTENANCE
We Stand Behind Our
Products So You Can, Too
Thank you for your investment and trust in
Angel Armor’s ballistic body armor system.
According to
the FBI, armored
vests have saved
the lives of more
than 3,000 Law
Enforcement
Officers.
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Protecting the heroes, leaders and
patriots who defend our way of life
is our core mission at Angel Armor.
That’s why everything we do is
elevated to a higher level:
• Our innovative and proprietary product
research and development delivers
uncompromising and unparalleled ballistic
protection.
• Our manufacturing processes,
environmental testing standards and
extensive statistical analyses enable us to
create revolutionary armored solutions.
• Our ballistic products comply with NIJ
(National Institute of Justice) Certification
Standards and are tested by NIJ-approved
independent laboratories.
• Our dedicated customer service team is
committed to your complete satisfaction
and all products are backed by an industry-
leading guarantee.
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USE, CARE AND MAINTENANCE
3 STEPS BEFORE USING YOUR BODY ARMOR SYSTEM
1Inspect Your Armor
Check to make sure you have received the correct model, size and
components of your armor system. Your RISE vest is made up of
several components:
• The front and back carrier
• The front and back ballistic panels
• One QuadCore Attachment System™ including belt and
QuickLock™ attachment clips (two clips for male vest, four clips
for female vest)
Please remember, wearing your RISE carrier without the ballistic
panels does not provide any protection. Do not mix and match
ballistic panels with carriers from different brands or manufacturers.
Doing so may void the Angel Armor manufacturer’s warranty.
For information about Angel Armor’s Truth SNAP™ trauma plates,
visit angelarmor.com/truth-snap.
Insert Ballistic Panels and Special
Threat Plates
Insert your ballistic panels and/or special threat plates into the
front and rear plate pockets:
• Open the carrier by releasing the hook and loop fasteners
located at the bottom of the carrier, then reach inside the
carrier and locate the pocket.
• Open the Velcro flap on the pocket and insert the plate in the
appropriate sized pocket.
• Secure the plate with the hook flap onto the loop flap.
• The height of the trauma plate can be adjusted by tightening
or loosening the hook and loop closure system.
• Once the plates are secure, feed the shoulder straps through
the shoulder ports on the carrier and secure the hook and
loop strip across the bottom of the carrier or close the zipper
(female carrier only).
It is CRITICAL that the ballistic panels are inserted into the
carrier with the STRIKE FACE facing away from your body. This is
important because our ballistic panels are manufactured using a
hybrid design with each layer performing a very specific task in a
specific order. Improper insertion of a ballistic panel can result in
serious injury or death.
3Adjust Your Vest
Now you are ready to put your vest on.
It is always best to have someone assist
you the first time you adjust your vest.
However, if this is not possible, start by
laying the front and back of your vest
on a flat surface and loosely adhere the
front panel shoulder strap on top of the
back panel shoulder strap. Adjust the
positioning of the shoulder straps to
change the height and comfort of the
panels. Next, loosely attach one side
of the belt to the belt attachment clip
that was pre-installed in your carrier.
Attach the other side of the belt to
the second clip. Now you can adjust
each side of the belt to your desired
tension and comfort. Adjust each strap
independently as you wish. You may
also re-position the clips anywhere
along the front of the carrier so you may
add PALS accessories, adjust the fit,
or shift clips away from your duty belt
gear. When you are comfortable with
the fit, we recommend tucking in the
excess strap.
Next, it is important to adjust your vest
in a seated position. Once seated, re-
adjust the shoulder and waist straps for
comfort. Remember, the vest will only
protect what it covers. Therefore, it is
important that you adjust the vest so
that it is not too low or too high. A basic
guideline is to wear the vest one inch
below the clavicle notch. Please note: a
vest that is too long may be subject to
heavy impact on the duty belt, which
can cause creases or curling when in a
seated position.
Finally, ensure you have an even amount
of front panel over rear panel overlap
on each side of your vest. Your overlap
provides you side ballistic protection. If
your overlap protection is uneven, re-
adjust the vest and straps to provide an
even amount of protection. Remember
not to wear your vest too tight as it
may limit your mobility and cause
unnecessary wear and tear on the
ballistic panels.
Your vest is bullet resistant, not
bulletproof. It is designed to defeat
certain rounds, but it will not protect
you against all threats or any area that
it does not cover.
Elevate your protection with the Truth SNAP™
plate system. The concealable, two-piece design
protects against NIJ Level IIIA threats and
beyond, including common rounds from the
AK-47 and M4-style rifles. The unique magnetic
SNAP™ system ensures a strong union and
proper alignment for tiered threat protection.
For more information, visit angelarmor.com/
products/truth-snap.
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STORING YOUR VEST
Proper storage and frequent inspection of your vest can help you
maintain the life of your armor. Once the armor is removed from
its packaging, care should be taken to store it flat — either on a
shelf or other flat surface. When this is not practical, suspending
it on a clothes hanger is the next best method. Your body armor
should never be folded, compressed or stood on its edge. This
improper storage will create “excessive permanent creases” in
your body armor and may cause curling at the edges.
Store your body armor at room temperature as often as possible.
Never store your armor in places where temperatures exceed
130-150°F, like a trunk of a vehicle. Excessive temperatures may
compromise the ballistic integrity of your body armor and its
performance specifications.
It is important to note that improper storage of your vest may
void the warranty.
CLEANING YOUR VEST
Each component of your vest should be separated prior to
cleaning. To clean your carrier, remove all ballistic panels, trauma
inserts and plates. Next, remove belt and attachment clips.
The preferred method of washing the front and back carrier is to
hand wash, however, your carrier may also be machine-washed
on the gentle cycle using cold water with a mild detergent. Please
close all hook and loop areas before washing.
To clean your ballistic panels and shoulder straps and belt, take a
damp cloth or sponge and gently wipe the straps to remove dirt
or stains. If necessary, you may choose to use a mild detergent.
Lay flat to air dry or tumble dry using the lowest temperature
setting. Your carrier must be completely dry before re-inserting
the ballistic panels.
ALTERATIONS
AND EXCHANGES
Angel Armor’s Size and Fit System
ensures every vest is properly
sized. However, if your vest requires
alterations, please follow the Alteration
and Exchange process:
• Contact your Dealer/Distributor
within 30 days after original ship
date to receive free alterations.
• Armor must be unmarked and in
“like new” condition.
• Alteration charges will apply if the
vest is received 30 days after the
purchase date.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
If you have any
questions, please contact
your local Angel Armor
Sales Representative or
Angel Armor Customer
Care at 970-235-2961 or
[e-mail].
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DO NOT use
bleach or fabric
softener to clean
your carrier.
DO NOT dry
clean your
carrier.
DO NOT use
odor-eliminating
sprays like
Febreze or Lysol
on your carrier or
components.