Before Every Ride; Checking The Helmet; Checking The Chinstrap; Checking The Face Shield And Sun Visor - BRP Ski-Doo OXYGEN User Manual

D. BEFORE EVERY RIDE

1. CHECKING THE HELMET

Inspect regularly your helmet for damage. Small superficial scratches will not
impair the protective function of your helmet.
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
In the case of more serious damage (cracks, dents, flaking and cracking paint,
etc.), the helmet should no longer be used.

2. CHECKING THE CHINSTRAP

1. 1. 1. 1. Check that the chinstrap passes under your chin.
2. 2. 2. 2. Slip your index finger under the chinstrap and pull.
If the chinstrap is loose under the chin, it is too long and needs to be
tightened.
If the chinstrap loosens when you pull it, it is not properly fastened.
Undo the chinstrap completely and try fastening it again. Repeat the test.
3. 3. 3. 3. If you are unable to fasten the chinstrap so that it fits firmly against the chin,
check that your helmet is still the right size for you.
Repeat the test after each adjustment.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
Never ride with the chinstrap unfastened or incorrectly adjusted. The chinstrap
should fit correctly and should not become loose when pulled.
The fastener is not correctly closed if the chinstrap becomes loose when
pulled.

3. CHECKING THE FACE SHIELD AND SUN VISOR

The protective film used during shipping should be removed before use.
Before every ride, check that the mechanisms of the face shield and sun visor
are working properly and that the face shield and sun visor will provide
sufficiently clear visibility. Any dirt should be removed before riding.
Check the face shield and sun visor for physical damage and cracks.
A badly scratched face shield will considerably impair your vision and should
be replaced before setting off on a journey.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
Never use tinted face shield or sun visor in conditions of poor visibility, when
riding at night or in a tunnel.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
A scratched and/or dirty face shield will seriously impair visibility.
For your own safety, replace it or clean it immediately.
WARNING WARNING
WARNING WARNING
Make sure the face shield and sun visor are always in good condition.
A damaged face shield is not suitable for riding and needs to be replaced.
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING
Stop riding if visibility is poor.

4. CHECKING THE MAGNETIC CONNECTOR

1. 1. 1. 1. Check the contact pins integrity and cleanliness on the connector and on
your helmet.
2. 2. 2. 2. Check if the 4 contact pins top are above the surface of the connector.
3 3 3 3 . . . . Check the 4 contact pins spring back on the connector.
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