KYT KX-1 RACE Manual De Instrucciones página 28

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13. INSPECT YOUR HELMET
To ensure that your helmet is in the best condition to maximize your protection, always inspect
your helmet for damage before riding :
- Check the shield and shield ratchet : retighten shield ratchet screws if neccessary. Be sure not to
over tighten any screws. Plastic base plate screws can break and plastic screws can strip the screw
sleeves if over tighten.
- Check for the helmet damage : if your helmet is damaged or cracked, stop using it immediately.
Follow the instruction in section (15). if your helmet has been dropped, you may not be able to see
the damage.
- Check for worn or damaged parts : plastic components may wear out over time. If you find worn
or damaged parts, replace them or purchase a new helmet. Follow the instruction in section (14).
- Check your face shield : If your face shield is scratched or damaged it may reduce the visibility,
replace if neccessary. Always make sure you can see well enough to safely operate your motorcycle.
WARNING! If parts fall off while riding, your vision may be blocked which could cause an accident.
- Check the retention system (chinstrap) for damage. If it is frayed or ripped, replace the helmet.
- Check that the crown pad is in place.
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9. USE YOUR HELMET CAREFULLY, DO NOT
HANG IT TO YOUR MOTORCYCLE WHILE
DRIVING
Although your helmet is very strong it must always be
handled with care. Impacts to solid or rough objects
may damage the paint coating or, even worse, may
reduce the helmet safety. Never ride with your helmet
hanging down from your motorcycle as it would
damage the paint coating, the visor and the chin strap.
Always keep it away from muffler, exhaust gases and
heat sources. In hot weather when you are not riding
always protect it from sunlight, especially if the color
of the helmet is dark.
10. KEEP YOUR HELMET OUT OF THE
REACH OF PETS
Make sure to keep your pets away from the helmet
and its liners. The damage could be irreparable.
11. STORE YOUR HELMET IN A SAFE PLACE
Do not keep your helmet on the rearview mirror or
handlebar to avoid damages to the comfort padding.
WARNING! An improperly stored helmet can
become damaged and may increase your risk of
serious injury or death in an accident. You should :
- Store helmet in a cool and dry place,
- Keep helmet away from pets and other animals,
- Keep helmet away from heat in excess of 122°F
(50°C) and do not set on or near hot surfaces,
- When helmets left out in the sun for extended
periods of time, it may fade overtime.
12. DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR HELMET TO
SOLVENTS
Never keep your helmet on the fuel tank for too long
as the exhausting gasoline fumes may damage it. Never
expose your helmet to solvents such as gasoline or
any other type of fuel in order to avoid damages to
the visor, small plastic parts and comfort padding.