Hubix Secra User manual

2.2015
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ELECTRICALLY INSULATING HELMET ‘SECRA’ WITH INTEGRATED
FACE SHIELD
H058S
EN 50365:2002
EN 397:2012+A1:2012
CONTENTS
ELECTRICALLY INSULATING HELMET H058S SECRA
1. PURPOSE
2. ADJUSTMENTS
3. STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
4. CLEANING
5. ROUTINE TESTS AND INSPECTION BEFORE USE
6. MARKING
FACE SHIELD OF ELECTRICALLY INSULATING HELMET H058S SECRA
7. DESCRIBE & CONSTRUCTION OF THE SHIELD
8. STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
9. CLEANING
10. ROUTINE TESTS AND INSPECTION BEFORE USE
11. MARKING
12. H058S SECRA HELMET - SPARE PARTS
13. REPLACEMENT
13.1 SWEATBANDS
13.2 HEAD HARNESS
13.3 CHIN STRAP
14. WARRANTY

1. PURPOSE
SECRA helmet protects upper head area against injuries from falling objects,
splashes of molten metal and electric shock by preventing electric current flow
through the head, as well as against electric arc hazards. It is particularly
recommended as personal protective equipment in live line working.
2. ADJUSTMENTS
The helmet must properly fit the head. To adjust the helmet to the head
circumference, set the chinstrap length and the helmet height accordingly. The
helmet can be adjusted stepwise every 2 mm to fit the scalp within the range of
53 –63 cm, and is equipped with a two-step adjustment of the helmet height.
CHINSTRAP CLIP
Pull away the clip (1), insert the strap piece (2) into the snap fastener of the strap,
and release clip.
Working life of the helmet is 60 months from the date of manufacture. DISPOSE
OF THE HELMET IN CASE OF SURGE, CRACKS OR DAMAGE. None of the
helmet elements can be removed or tampered with. Do not use paints, acids or
any self-adhesive labels unauthorized by the manufacturer.
3. STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION: The helmet must be stored and shipped in
a separate transport bag. Store far from sources of heat. Protect against
mechanical damage and sunlight (UV). Do not place the helmet directly next to
room and vehicle windows.
4. CLEANING: Clean with water and soap. Dry after cleaning. Replace sweat
cloth if used up.
5. ROUTINE TESTS AND INSPECTION BEFORE USE:
The inspection should be done each time before commencement of work. The
inspection is aimed at checking:
olack of visible defects in the shell of a helmet
ocorrectness of operation of head girth regulation
ocorrectness of operation of under-chin fastening strap
oservice life
Damaged (mechanical damage of the shell or incorrect operation of head girth
regulation or under-chin fastening strap) or dirty helmet cannot be used for live
working. Dry thoroughly the wet helmet before use. Pay attention to the service
life of the helmet, which is 60 months from the date of production. After this period
the helmet should be taken out of service and utilized.
The helmet is executed according to EN 397:2012 and EN 50365:2002 standards.
6. MARKING:
label stamped on the helmet shell:
-live line working symbol.
EN 50365:2002: -reference standard „Electrically insulating helmets for use on low voltage
installations”
class 0: -electric class for systems with voltage rating up to 1,000V AC, and 1,500V DC
serial no. -for example 015
CE 1437: - conformity marking acc. to Directive 89 / 686 / EEC and notified body
no.
SECRA: - symbol (name) of the product
EN 397:2012+A1:2012 -reference standard „Industrial safety helmets”
53-63cm: - adjustment range - head circumference
HUBIX: - manufacturer
-30°C: - very low temperature (down to –30°C)
440 Vac: - electrical insulation
MM: - molten metal splash
LD: - lateral deformation
date of manufacture (quarter / year)
date of disposal (quarter / year)
HELMET SIZE ADJUSTMENT
loosen (1) or tighten (2)
HELMET HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Position of the clip: (1) shallow,
(2) deep,
1
2

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FACE SHIELD OF ELECTRICALLY INSULATING HELMET ‘SECRA’
[H058S]
7. DESCRIBE & CONSTRUCTION OF THE SHIELD
The face shield has an external layer resistant to scratches and an internal anti-fog
film. The face shield protects the user against electric arc, fluids (drops and
splashes), and the impact of middle-energy particles and splashes of melted
materials. It is also fitted with a UV-filter.
Put the helmet on and adjust its size. Next, grab the eyeshade and gently pull the
shield down.
Working life of the face shield is 60 months from the date of manufacture.
Replace the face shield in case of: cracks, puncture, scratches, and fogging.
The manufacturer guarantees comprehensive servicing of the delivered
equipment.
8. STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
Store the face shield far from sources of heat. Protect against mechanical damage
and sunlight (UV). Do not place the face shield directly next to room and vehicle
windows.
9. CLEANING
Clean with water and soap. Dry after cleaning. The shield can be damaged by
aggressive chemical substances. Do not use solvents and detergents for
cleaning. To clean the surface of visor use microfiber cloth.
10. ROUTINE TESTS AND INSPECTION BEFORE USE:
The inspection should be done each time before commencement of work. The
inspection is aimed at checking:
olack of visible defects of the shield
oservice life
Damaged (cracks, scratches, punctures, fogging) or dirty shield cannot be used
for live working. Damaged shield must be replaced. Pay attention to the service
life of the shield, which is 60 months from the date of production impressed on the
helmet. After this period the shield should be taken out of service and utilized.
The manufacturer's warranty for the helmet is valid for 24 months from the date of
production
The shield is manufactured according to EN 166:2001 standard and GS-ET-29
“Supplementary requirements for the testing and certification of face
shields for electrical works”. It can be used only with the SECRA helmet type.
11. MARKING:
label stamped on the visor of shield
2-1,2: code number and protection grade of UV filter
HUBIX: manufacturer’s name
1: optical class
B: resistance to impact of medium energy
8: protection against the electric arc
-1: thermal protection (arc testing) class 1
-0: VLT >75% class 0
9: protection against the particles of liquid metal
K: resistance to damage by fine particles
N: resistance to fogging
CE: marking of conformity with the 89 / 686 / EEC directive
label stamped on the eyeshade
HUBIX: manufacturer’s name
EN 166:2001 reference standard „Personal eye-protection –Specification”;
3: protection against fluids (drops and splashes)
8: protection against the electric arc
9: protection against the particles of liquid metal
EN 166:2001
GS-ET-29

12. H058S SECRA HELMET - SPARE PARTS
Replace damaged or worn helmet components. Manufacturer is not responsible for
unauthorized modifications of helmet accessories, fitting components which were
not intended for use with the helmet and not approved for live working. The full
service for offered product is guaranteed by the manufacturer.
User can replace damaged helmet component or send the helmet with damaged
component to the manufacturer.
List of spare parts to be replaced by the user:
[H058S/PC] front sweatband [H058S/PT] rear sweatband
[H058S/WZ] head harness, set [H058S/PS] chinstrap with safety catches, set
[H058S/CL] visor cleaning cloth [H058S/AD] adapters for additional
accessories.
13. REPLACEMENT
13.1 SWEATBANDS
Sweatbands are fastened to the main and rear harness with a hook and loop
fastener. Pull the sweatband carefully to separate it from the harness. Replace
worn sweatbands.
13.2 HEAD HARNESS
head harness catch
Insert flat screwdriver (width 3mm) between the helmet band and the catch. Pull
back the screwdriver to release the catch. Repeat for remaining catches.
After releasing all 4 catches, hold them and by pulling separate the harness from
the helmet band. Replace damaged head harness. Place the head harness
catches in the helmet band openings and press until a click is heard (catches are
secured).
13.3 CHIN STRAP
To replace the chin strap, hold the latch of the strap and pull it out forcefully from
the helmet’s hoop. Disengage the remaining latches.
Strap latch
Locking tab
Fasten a new strap by placing a strap latch on locking tab and pulling the strap up
until the latch is placed securely.
14. WARRANTY
The manufacturer’s warranty is 24 months, starting from the date of purchase, it
doesn`t cover if used not on regular bases, altered and modified, improperly
stored, damage by accident, other causes beyond our reasonable
HUBIX Sp. z o.o.
96-321 ŻABIA WOLA Huta Żabiowolska ul. Główna 43 Poland
tel: [phone] fax: [phone] [e-mail] www.hubix.pl
front sweatband
rear sweatband