Bullard GALAXY User manual

GALAXY®MODEL
Firefighter’s Helmet
Instructions
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE WEARING THIS HELMET

Instructions for use
These instructions contain safety data for this product. The product must be used
according to the instructions in this manual.
Use
This product is only intended for use as described in this manual.
Maintenance
Only original parts by the manufacturer may be used for maintenance.
Adhere to all suggested maintenance intervals.
Symbols Used
Hazards due to improper handling are printed in boldface and marked with the danger
symbol.
Safety Notice
WARNING
Galaxy helmets are constructed with high quality materials and workmanship. They are engineered to
provide limited protection against head injuries when properly adjusted for fit and when worn by fire
fighters during normal fire fighting activities. They are not designed for direct contact with flames or
molten metal, or for protection against hazardous chemicals, biological, or radiological agents, or for
vehicular head protection. Contact of these fire helmets with live wires should be avoided. NEVER
ALTER OR MODIFY the helmet’s design or construction without explicit written instructions from
Bullard GmbH. Inspect your helmet and suspension system regularly, regardless of how often it is
used. If you notice any sign of wear, damage, abuse, or environmental degradation, replace the shell
and/or suspension immediately. If the helmet has sustained a forcible blow (impact), it must be
replaced, even if there is no visible damage.
The safety intended to be provided by the helmet can only be ensured when it is properly assembled
and correctly fitted. Removable parts must not be worn separately.
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1. Helmet Shell
2. Mask Attachment
3. Suspension
4. Chin Strap
5. Chin Strap Clasp
6. Headband with Net
7. Visor
8. Headrest
9. Neck Guard
Parts Description
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Name
Designator: Helmet, Galaxy model
Manufacturer: E. D. Bullard Company
Construction and Testing Basis
The Galaxy model helmet, was developed and tested in accordance with the
requirements of the following standards:
European
Community EN 443 – 1997
Description
The helmet consists of the following main parts:
Helmet Shell The helmet shell consists of fiberglass laminate material. This
provides a great degree of strength at a low weight, as well as good
resistance to aging. The protective zone of the helmet shell includes
the neck-and-ear area. The suspension is attached with 4 screws at
the lower helmet edge.The helmet is finished with flame-retardant
paint.
Internal
Components The inner harness can be individually adjusted to the size of
the wearer’s head. The attachments for the visor and the neck guard
are mounted at the inner fittings.
Visor The visor is made from polycarbonate. It has been designed as an
interior visor. When raised, it lies under the helmet shell. When
lowered, the visor covers the entire face
of the wearer.
Neck Guard The neck guard is made of flame retardant aluminized aramid fiber
materials. The neck guard is attached to the helmet with 5 snap
fasteners.
General Information
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Removing Suspension (figure 1)
• Loosen 4 screws at lower helmet rim
by turning counterclockwise.
• Remove suspension from helmet.
Installation and Maintenance
Install Suspension (figure 2)
• Insert suspension into helmet so that
the 4 attachment sockets of the
suspension are aligned with the holes
in the helmet shell.
• Insert the threaded bosses of the
suspension into the holes in the
helmet shell.
• Screw the suspension to the helmet
shell using the four attachment
screws. (Do not forget plastic
washers).
figure 1 figure 2
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Replacing the Visor (figure 1)
• Remove suspension
• Loosen attachment screws of visor by
turning counter-clockwise.
• Take old visor off.
• Attach new visor (grip down) and
screw on with attachment screws on
right and left of suspension.
• Install suspension into helmet.
Installation and Maintenance
Replacing the NeckGuard(figure 2)
• Pull old neck guard from suspension
(attached with 5 snap fasteners).
• Attach new neck guard by pressing onto
snap fasteners.
figure 1 figure 2
Adjusting Head Size (figure 3)
• Loosen neck band (hook and loop
fastener).
• Adjust neck band so that the helmet
fits securely and comfortably on the
head.
figure 3
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visor grip

Putting on the Galaxy Helmet
• Open visor.
• Loosen chin strap (Release buckle by pulling leather tab.)
• Put on protective helmet. Grasp open chin strap at lower rim of helmet on both sides
and slightly pull apart.
• The helmet should fit snugly but without pressing on the skull.
• Tighten chin strap.
After Use
• Raise helmet visor.
• Loosen chin strap.
• Take off helmet
• Inspect helmet for damage - Such as:
• Helmet shell for cracks or deformation
• Visor for cracks and clouding
• Chin strap for damage, chin strap clasps for function
• Neck guard for damage
Cleaning, Disinfecting, Drying
Moisten cloth with lukewarm soapy solution and wipe helmet and visor inside and
outside. Mild household cleaners may be used for stubborn stains on the outer
surface of the helmet shell. Rinse cloth in clear water and remove cleaning solvent
residue from helmet, then dry with soft cloth.
Storage
Wipe helmet and shield with anti-static cloth and store in a cool, dry place where the
helmet will be protected.
Transportation/Shipment
Helmet should be packaged in its original package to ensure that it is protected from
damage during transit.
Operating Instructions
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Optional Requirements under EN 443
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Cynthiana, KY41031-9303
Phone: [phone]
Facsimile: 606-234-6858
Bullard GmbH
Bundeskanzlerplatz 2-10/XIV
53113 Bonn
Germany
Fone: 0228-267 31 67
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.bullard.com
Order Numbers
Name and Description
GALAXY helmet
Visor for helmet, clear
Neck Guard, standard
Size
53/62
Order Number
871787
SVGXE
SNGXE
Option
Radiant heat classification: 14kW/m2
Electrical properties classification:
• Surface insulation according to 6.8.3
Low Temperature classification:
• -30°
Marking
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Firefighter Helmet T wo-Year Limited W arranty
Bullard warrants to the original purchaser that the firefighter helmet is free of defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of two (2) years from the date of manufacture. Bullard’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to repairing or replacing, at Bullard’s option, articles that are returned within the warranty period and that, after
examination, are shown to Bullard’s satisfaction to be defective, subject to the following limitations:
a) Helmet must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges prepaid.
b) Helmet must not be altered from its original factory configuration.
c) Helmet must not have been misused, subjected to negligence or damaged in transport.
In no event shall Bullard be responsible for damages, loss of use, or other indirect, incidental, consequential or special costs,
expenses or damages incurred by the purchaser, notwithstanding that Bullard has been advised of the possibility of such
damages.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE OF THIS
PRODUCT.
RETURN AUTHORIZATIONS: Contact Inside Sales to obtain written permission to return any product. Material returned for
credit will be subject to factory inspection. Current products or products under warranty will be subject to a rehandling charge
less original freight charge.
Obsolete or special order products cannot be returned without written permission.
Warranty information can be obtained from Bullard .
Notified Body:
INSPEC Certification Ltd.
(0194)
The Buckland Wharf
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
HP22 5LQ England
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