PAB Fire Compact User manual

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Fire Compact
Helmet for
structural reghting
CERTIFICATES: EN 443 | EN 14458 | EN 166 | MED
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INDEX
EXPLODED VIEW 5
SAFETY NOTICE 6
TECHNICAL DATA 9
CERTIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10
UNPACKING 12
ADJUSTING THE HELMET 12
REMOVE THE HELMET 17
ADJUSTING THE FACE SHIELD/VISOR AND INTEGRATED
INTERNAL GOGGLES
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ATTACHING THE NECK PROTECTORS (*Optional) 20
MOUNTING THE LAMP HOLDERS AND LAMPS (*Optional) 22
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 25
FACE SHIELD REPLACEMENT 28
TRANSPORT 29
DISCARD 29

We thank you for selecting a PAB Akrapovic product.
PAB helmet Fire Compact version meets safety
requirements and conforms to EN 443:2008, MED,
EN 14458:2004 and EN166:2004 European standards.
It has been designed to protect the head under
the most extreme conditions. It has an optimal
relationship between protection and comfort with a
broad spectrum of optional upgrades.
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SHELL Fire Compact
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FACE SHIELD/VISOR with COVERS L/R
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IMPACT LINER
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INTERIOR BASKET
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ADJUSTABLE NECK PIECE with REGULATOR
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HEADBAND PAD
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HEAD PAD
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CHINSTRAP
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REFLECTIVE STICKERS
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LAMP HOLDER *
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LAMP *
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INTERNAL GOGGLES *
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NECK PROTECTOR *
*Optional Accessory
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OVERVIEW
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EXPLODED VIEW
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Important!
PAB Fire Compact helmet is a safety helmet for the head intended for structural
reghting in buildings and other structures, as for other typical tasks and
interventions of re brigades.
Read the instructions carefully before wearing the helmet.
PAB accepts no liability, if the product has been used inappropriately or if it is not
used as intended. Product liability claims and warranties made by PAB for the product
are voided, if the product is not used, serviced or maintained properly.
Before wearing the helmet you should perform a detailed inspection of the helmet
and check if all its components are in their place and properly xed.
An unusual event may require to replace a product after only one use. This depends
on the type and intensity of use, or the environment in which it is used: aggressive
environments, extreme temperatures, contact with chemicals, strong impacts...
SAFETY NOTICE

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OVERVIEW
Warning:
Inappropriate use, maintenance or servicing can affect the function of the helmet
and can seriously endanger the user’s life. The helmet’s operability must be checked
and veried before each use. The helmet is not to be used if the operability test is
unsuccessful, if the helmet is damaged, if proper servicing or maintenance has not
been made, or if PAB original spare parts have not been used.
When tted with another item of personal protective equipment or with an accessory
(other than as supplied by the helmet manufacturer for use with this helmet) a
helmet marked as complying with EN 443 might no longer satisfy all clauses of the
standard. Refer to information provided by the helmet manufacturer.
The helmet provides protection of head and face against shock, sharp objects,
splatters of corrosive chemicals (Sulphuric acid, Sodium hydroxide, p-Xylene,
Butan-1-ol, n-Heptane), molten metals, radiating heat, ames, electric current. The
user’s protection is not guaranteed in situations where the conditions exceed those
described in the specications above.
The helmet absorbs the energy of a blow by partial destruction of, or damage to,
the helmet. Even though such damage may not be readily apparent, any helmet
subjected to severe impact should be replaced.
Replace any damaged parts only with original PAB parts, as only these original parts
are authorised and ensure the performance of the helmet.
Warning:
Safety provided by the helmet can only be ensured when it is properly assembled
and correctly tted, removable parts shall not be worn separately.
This helmet complies with the retention requirements of standard EN 443:2008, only
when the chin strap supplied by PAB is worn and adjusted in accordance with these
instructions.

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SHELL Fire Compact
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FACE SHIELD/VISOR
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CHINSTRAP
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REFLECTIVE STICKERS
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ADJUSTABLE NECK PIECE with
REGULATOR
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INTERIOR BASKET
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INTERNAL GOGGLES *
*Optional Accessory
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NECK PROTECTOR *
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TEXTILE BAG FOR STORING
AND TRANSPORT
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TECHNICAL DATA
Helmet sizes For head sizes from 52 cm to 64 cm (20.5 inches to 25.2 inches)
Weight
(helmet with face shield,
integrated internal
goggles and leather
chin strap, no optional
accessories)
1165 g ± 30 g
The weight may vary depending on the colour
(e.g. photoluminescent colour).
When optional accessories are tted to the helmet the weight
changes.
Optional accessories • Neck protectors: standard versions (leather, aluminised bre,
Nomex or meta-aramid) or all round version (“Holland style”)
• Lamp holders
• Lamps
• Inernal goggles
Warranty
• Helmet
• Optional accessories
2 years
2 years (this only applies to accessories produced by PAB Akrapovic)
The length of the useable life of this helmet will be affected by the types of
materials used in its construction and the environments in which the helmet
is used and stored. Recommendations on this topic should be sought from the
manufacturer.
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SHELL Fire Compact
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FACE SHIELD/VISOR
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CHINSTRAP
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REFLECTIVE STICKERS

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The helmet meets the requirements of Directive 89/686/CEE and is certied
according to EN 443:2008, EN 14458:2004, EN 166:2004 and Marine Equipment
Directive (MED) standards.
Helmet – Standards, Directives and Markings
Certication
agency
CSI S.p.A, Viale Lombardia 20, 20021 Bollate (MI), Italy,
Notied Body No.: 0497
Directives and
Standards
89/686/EEC Personal Protection Equipment
EN 443:2008 “Helmets for reghting in buildings and other structures “
Marking A3b Indicates the protection zone assured by the helmet
(protects dome of the skull and the frontal chin region)
*** Indicates protection at low temperatures down to -30°C
E2 Indicates the electrical insulation of the wet helmet
CIndicates resistance to liquid chemicals (Sulphuric acid,
Sodium hydroxide, p-Xylene, Butan-1-ol, n-Heptane)
Certication
agency
Det Norske Veritas GL AS, Norway, Notied Body No.: 0575
Directives and
Standards
MED Marine Equipment Directive
Marking “Wheel mark” Meets Council Directive 96/98/EC on Marine Equipment
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Face Shield – Standards, Directives and Markings
Certication
agency
CSI S.p.A (0497), Viale Lombardia 20, 20021 Bollate (MI), Italy,
Notied Body No.: 0497
Directives and
Standards
89/686/EEC Personal Protection Equipment
EN 14458:2004 “Personal eye-equipment – Face shields and visors for use
with reghters’ and high performance industrial safety
helmets used by reghters, ambulance and emergency
services “
Marking -30°C +120°C Extremes of temperatures at which the visor has been
tested (down to -30°C and up to +120°C)
Visor type – face guard
+Conforms to the parameters for reghters
TResistance to medium energy impact at extremes of
temperature
ΩComplies with electrical properties
Integrated internal goggles – Standards, Directives
Certication
agency
CSI S.p.A (0497), Viale Lombardia 20, 20021 Bollate (MI), Italy,
Notied Body No.: 0497
Directives and
Standards
89/686/EEC “Personal Protection Equipment”
EN 166:2004 “Personal eye protection”
EN 14458:2004 “Personal eye-equipment – Face shields and visors for use
with reghters’ and high performance industrial safety
helmets used by reghters, ambulance and emergency
services “

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1 Remove the helmet from the plastic bag.
2 Take out the neck protector (if included) and the textile bag.
3 Read the instructions carefully before wearing the helmet.
4 Perform a detailed inspection of the helmet and check if all its components are
in their place and properly xed before wearing the helmet.
ADJUSTING THE HELMET
1a SNAP-FIT BUCKLE
Open the chin strap – if your helmet
conguration includes the snap-t
buckle, press on both sides of the
buckle to release.
1b CAM BUCKLE
Open the chin strap - if your helmet
conguration includes the cam
buckle, press the red tab (“PRESS”) to
release.
UNPACKING
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2 Loosen the headband: turn the ratchet
knob anticlockwise.
3 Firmly place the helmet on the head.
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4 Tighten the headband: turn the
ratchet knob clockwise until the
headband is tight but comfortable
(ts sizes from 52 to 64 cm). To check
whether the headband is correctly
adjusted lean your head forward and
leave the chin strap unfastened - the
helmet shall not fall off.
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5a SNAP-FIT BUCKLE
Close/lock the chin strap – if your
helmet conguration includes the
snap-t buckle, connect both parts of
the buckle to lock the chin strap.
5b CAM BUCKLE
Close/lock the chin strap - if your
helmet conguration includes the red
cam buckle, connect both parts of the
buckle to lock the chin strap.

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HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
6aSTANDARD CHIN STRAP
Adjust the chin strap on the left side:
pull the Velcro fastener to tighten the
chin strap until tight but comfortable.
Press down the metal buckle to
secure the chin strap.
6bTWIN CHIN STRAP
If you purchased the “twin chin strap version”, adjust the left and right side of
the chin strap: pull the Velcro fasteners to tighten the chin strap until tight but
comfortable. Press down the metal buckles to secure the chin strap.
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7aSTANDARD CHIN STRAP
Adjust the lower part of the chin strap:
pull the Velcro fastener to release
the strap and tighten it until tight but
comfortable. Press together the two
Velcro straps to secure the strap. To
facilitate this step, unfasten the chin
strap and remove the helmet from the
head.
7bTWIN CHIN STRAP
If you purchased the “twin chin strap
version” adjust the lower part of the
double strap under the chin: pull
the Velcro fastener to release the
strap and tighten it until tight but
comfortable. Press together the two
Velcro straps to secure the strap. To
facilitate this step, unfasten the chin
strap and remove the helmet from the
head.
2bSNAP-FIT BUCKLE
Open the chin strap – if your helmet
conguration includes a snap-t
buckle, press on both sides of the
buckle to open the chin strap and then
remove the helmet from the head.
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CERTIFICATES
REMOVE THE HELMET
1 Loosen the headband: turn the ratchet
knob anticlockwise.
* If you purchased the conguration
with the “push to release” knob, press
the central part of the knob to easily
release the headband.
2bCAM BUCKLE
Open the chin strap – if your helmet
conguration includes a cam buckle,
press the red tab (“PRESS”) to open
the chin strap and then remove the
helmet from the head.
2bSNAP-FIT BUCKLE
Open the chin strap – if your helmet
conguration includes a snap-t
buckle, press on both sides of the
buckle to open the chin strap and then
remove the helmet from the head.
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1 *If you purchased a version with
integrated internal goggles, rst
position the internal goggles: pull
down the goggles into use position.
Pull them up into standby position
again when not needed.
To facilitate this step and to avoid
ngerprints on the goggles use the
tabs on the bottom left and right part
of the goggles.
ADJUSTING THE FACE SHIELD/VISOR AND INTEGRATED INTERNAL GOGGLES
(*Internal goggles are optional accessories)
2 Position the face shield: pull it down
into use position or pull it up (over
the helmet) into standby position.
To facilitate this step and to avoid
ngerprints on the visor use the bulge
at the bottom of the face shield.
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Warning:
The face shield and internal goggles will serve to the intended purpose of face and
eye guard only in the use position.
While using the breathing apparatus (SCBA) the face shield and internal goggles
should be in the standby position (stored over the helmet).
Face shields worn over non-designated corrective frames may transmit impacts
which may damage the corrective eyewear thus creating a hazard to the wearer.
Ensure that you are using an EN443 helmet with a face shield marked (+) for
structural reghting.
Any scratched, damaged or dropped face shields and goggles should be replaced.
Materials which may come into contact with the wearer’s skin could cause allergic
reactions to susceptible individuals.
Equipment not marked with ‘T’ should only be used at non-extreme ambient
temperatures.
Service life of visors depends on the conditions of use.

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*Neck protectors are optional accessories. If you purchased the version with a
neck protector, please follow the instructions below, depending on the type of neck
protector.
Two types of neck protectors can be attached:
• Standard neck protector for rear protection (leather or aluminised bre or Nomex
or meta-aramid)
• All round neck protector (“Holland style”)
ATTACHING A STANDARD NECK PROTECTOR (3-point attachment)
ATTACHING THE NECK PROTECTORS (*Optional)
1 Attach the neck protector
using the 3 snap fasteners
on the interior of the
helmet’s shell: rst fasten
the neck protector on
the snap fasteners on
both sides of the helmet
(1), then fasten the neck
protector on the snap
fastener on the rear of the
shell (2).
2 A helmet with properly xed standard
neck protector.
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