KYT NFJ Manual De Instrucciones página 22

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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.