SNOWBOARD/SKI HELMET MANUAL
Thank you. You have chosen a TSG safety product designed especially for action sport athletes. Please
read the following information carefully. Correctly used and cared for, it will keep you better protected
and satisfied.
TESTING, APPROVAL & USE
This helmet is intended for alpine skiing and snowboarding. For use in non-motorized recreational
snow sports only. This helmet is designed to protect impact caused by falling or ejected objects and
collision of part of the body with an obstacle.
Helmets marked with EN 1077
The helmet complies with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and
meets the requirements of European standard NF EN 1077:12/2007 – Helmets for alpine skiers
and snowboarders.
Class A and Class B helmets are for Alpine skiers, snowboarders and similar groups. Class A helmets of-
fer comparatively more protection. Class B helmets may offer greater ventilation and better hearing but
protect a smaller area of the head and offer a lower penetration resistance. The protection class can be
taken from the label inside the helmet. The helmet satisfies the requirements specified in the standard
in terms of shock absorption, slipping safety and resilience of straps and closures.
Helmets marked with ASTM F2040
The helmet passes the American National Standard Specification for Helmets Used for Recreational
Snow Sports.
Find the official EU declaration of conformity for each model on our website:
www.ridetsg.com/service/declaration-of-conformity/
WARNING NOTICES - WARNING!
• For maximum protection the helmet must be fitted and attached properly to the wearer's
head in accordance with the manufacturer's fitting instructions.
• This helmet is designed to absorb shock by partial destruction of the energy absorbing
liner. This damage may not be visible to the user. Therefore, if subjected to a severe impact
or blow, the helmet should be destroyed and replaced even if it appears undamaged.
• A helmet can only provide a level of protection for areas that it covers.
It does not protect your neck.
• A helmet can only protect if it fits well and properly to your head and if it is correctly buckled.
• No helmet can protect against all possible impacts.
• Do not modify or remove any of the original component parts of the helmet other than as
recommended by the manufacturer, as it may affect its protective capacity. The helmet must
not be modified to attach accessories in a manner not recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not remove the original stickers on the inside of the helmet.
• Some common substances can cause damage to the helmet, though it may not be visible to
the user. The use of any solvents, transfers, adhesives, paints or cleaning solutions can cause
damage to the helmet and make it ineffective in the result of an accident.
• This helmet is for pedal cyclists, skate boarders and roller skaters. ATTENTION! Not for motor
vehicle use.
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• Warning! This helmet should not be used by children while climbing or doing other activities
when there is a risk of strangulation/hanging if the child gets trapped with the helmet.
CLEANING
Wipe only with a soft damp cloth in gentle soap or mild detergent in cold water, rinse by wiping with a
soft cloth damped in cold water and dry with a soft cloth. Comfort padding can be removed and hand
washed and air dried.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
After each use, allow your helmet to air dry and then store in a cool, dry place. Do not expose your hel-
met to impact or external force during transport. Helmets will be damaged if exposed to temperatures
exceeding 65°C. Vehicles and storage bags can exceed this on very hot days. Heat damaged helmets
will have random disfigured areas where the texture appears bubbly and uneven. If damaged, helmets
should be destroyed and replaced immediately.
MAINTENANCE AND OBSOLESCENCE
For maximum performance, your TSG product must be inspected prior to each use. Stop using the
helmet if any components show signs of damage or are worn, cracked, and/or deformed, or if the inside
foam has deteriorated. Helmets have a limited life span in use and should be replaced every 3-5 years
under normal use conditions, but at the latest after 8 years from date of manufacture (see product
label). If you know or suspect that your helmet has been damaged or exposed to any abnormal force,
destroy and replace it. Please dispose of it in an environmentally-friendly manner. Do not make any
modifications to the helmet, this includes the outer shell, the inner EPS liner or chin strap, any modifi-
cations will void all warranties and affect the helmet's performance.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS
In order to fulfill its protective function, your helmet must be perfectly adjusted to your head. Measure
your head at its widest point, compare it to the sizing chart available on a label inside the helmet, and
try on several sizes until you find the correct fit that stays on comfortably, steadily and securely.
1. Put on the helmet in a manner so that it sits straight on your head and covers your forehead, without
blocking your vision. It is important that the helmet can neither ride up your forehead nor be pushed
down over your eyes. The helmet should fit comfortably; so that it holds onto your head as you move it
front and back, as well as side-to-side (FIG. 1).
2. The comfort pads inside the helmet should exert firm, even, but comfortable pressure against your
head. The helmet fits well if the pads are in contact with all sides of your head around the helmet's
interior. A helmet that fits well also fits comfortably without being too tight.
3. When you are satisfied with the fit, tighten the chin strap. The chin strap should be as tight as pos-
sible but without causing pain. Never wear your helmet with the buckle unfastened. The loose ends of
the strap must loop back up through the rubber „0" ring.
4. To adjust the position of the straps, hold one end of the chin buckle in one hand and slide the adjuster
up or down the strap as necessary, to create a balanced and even „Y" shape underneath the ears.
Position the buckle away from your jaw bone. It should not be possible to remove the helmet without
opening the chin strap. If you can roll the helmet off in front or back, or roll it so it blocks your vision or
exposes your forehead, it does not fit correctly and should be re-adjusted.
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