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- Page 1 Care and Use Instructions NAVSEA-Approved Phonetalker Type III Helmet © 2013 Gentex Corporation...
- Page 2 When you replace components or install additional components on Gentex products, always use genuine factory-new Gentex parts. This will ensure a correct fit and maintain the safety of the product. Use of non-Gentex parts (salvage, refurbished, etc.) for replacement or additional installation will void any product warranty and may...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents FEATURES COMPONENT DESCRIPTION Helmet Shell Retention Assembly Pad Suspension System HELMET FITTING MAINTENANCE Preventive Maintenance Checks Cleaning Troubleshooting COMPONENT REPLACEMENT Replacing Chin Strap Replacing Nape Pad Replacing Retention Assembly Replacing Pad Suspension Assembly PARTS LIST... -
Page 5: Features
PHONETALKER TYPE III HELMET FEATURES • The helmet (Figure 1) is designed to accommodate various headsets, including sound-powered headsets used on naval vessels. • In addition to providing ballistic fragment protection, the helmet also provides ballistic protection against a 9mm 124 grain FMJ at minimum 1400 FPS velocity when tested per Product Specification 0902. • A reduced profile provides expanded upward and peripheral field of view for improved situational awareness. • A four-point adjustable retention assembly (with front release buckles for easy interface with headsets) provides stability and comfort. • The water-resistant pad suspension system is designed for uniform compression, a snug fit, and compatibility with headband-style headsets. • The helmet is a universal size in lusterless gray with a black retention assembly. Helmet shell Pad suspension Retention assembly Figure 1. Phonetalker Type III Helmet... -
Page 6: Component Description
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION Helmet Shell The ballistic composite helmet shell (Figure 2) incorporates state-of-the-art materials to enhance protection with reduced weight. Retention Assembly The retention assembly (Figure 2) promotes stability and comfort. It includes an adjustable nape pad, an adjustable chin strap, and front and rear slide adjustments. A release buckle (on both front straps) can be fastened between the headset microphone and the wearer’s head to aid in proper positioning of the microphone. Helmet shell Release buckles Nape pad (adjustable) Rear slide Chin strap adjustments (adjustable) Figure 2. Helmet Shell and Retention Assembly... -
Page 7: Pad Suspension System
Pad Suspension System Your helmet is equipped with a pad suspension system (Figure 3), which consists of a set of eight water-resistant pads attached to hook disks on the inside of the helmet shell. The set contains two trapezoidal pads (one in center front and one in center back), and six oblong pads. The helmet is impact-qualified using the standard pad configuration. This pad configuration provides the required impact protection at all required impact sites. Alternate pad configurations may not provide optimal protection at all required impact sites. In the standard pad configuration, the two oblong pads in the crown (top) of the helmet are placed close together. In an alternate configuration, these two pads can be spaced 1½ to 1¾ inches apart to accommodate a headset. -
Page 8: Helmet Fitting
HELMET FITTING Ensure that all helmet adjustment mechanisms are properly adjusted for a snug, secure fit at all times when the helmet is worn. Failure to do so can result in an unstable helmet that will not protect the wearer. 1. If necessary,space the two oblong pads in the crown (top) of the helmet... - Page 9 4. Allow the helmet to settle on the head for a few minutes before checking the height of the helmet on the head. Ensure that the front edge of the helmet is positioned just above the eyebrows. If it is not, do one of the following: • If the 1-inch-thick pads are installed and the helmet is too high, remove the 1-inch-thick pads and install the ¾-inch-thick pads as shown in Figure 6. Ensure that the pads are firmly attached to the hook disks. • If the ¾-inch-thick pads are installed and the helmet is too low, remove the ¾-inch-thick pads and install the 1-inch-thick pads as shown in Figure 6. Ensure that the pads are firmly attached to the hook disks. The helmet is impact-qualified using the standard pad configuration. This pad configuration provides the required impact protection at all required impact sites. Alternate pad configurations may not provide optimal protection at all required impact sites.
- Page 10 5. Referring to Figure 7, do the following: a. Buckle the chin strap. b. Adjust the nape pad for a snug, secure, comfortable fit at the nape by moving the two rear slide adjustments. c. Tighten the chin strap by pulling on the ends until the fit is snug, secure, and comfortable. Reattach the ends to the pile fastener when the desired fit is attained. (Continued on next page) Rear slide adjustment Chin strap buckle (both sides) Pile fastener End of chin strap (both sides) Figure 7. Chin Strap and Slide Adjustment...
- Page 11 6. Referring to Figure 8, do the following: a. If the front retention straps seem too long or too short, adjust the straps by pulling them up or down as needed. b. If necessary, reposition the nape pad by sliding it up or down the straps. 7. Check the helmet stability by attempting to rock the helmet back and forth on the head. If the helmet rocks back and forth, it is not stable. Adjust the nape pad further until the helmet is stable. 8. Repeat Steps 1 through 7 as necessary. Recheck helmet stability; no straps should be loose. 9. To doff the helmet, unbuckle the chin strap and the front straps. Front strap (both sides) Nape Repositioning nape pad Figure 8. Adjusting Front Straps and Nape Pad...
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Page 12: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Maintenance tasks include preventive maintenance checks, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Preventive Maintenance Checks Perform preventive maintenance before and after using the helmet. For helmets that have not been used, perform preventive maintenance once a year. Table 1 lists the preventive maintenance tasks for each component and refers you to the appropriate procedure. Table 1. Preventive Maintenance Checks COMPONENT EXAMINE FOR: HELMET IS NOT READY IF: Broken buckles; torn or Buckles are broken; webbing is Chin strap frayed webbing, worn torn or frayed; hook/pile fasteners hook/pile fasteners do not secure Worn hook/pile fasteners Hook/pile fasteners or foam are Pads or foam; torn fabric or worn; fabric or seams are torn seams Torn/frayed webbing; Webbing is torn or frayed; nape Retention broken nape strap strap buckles are broken; nape... -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Listed below are the troubleshooting tasks for each component, along with the appropriate repair procedure. Unable to fasten or adjust chin strap 1. Malfunction: Test/Inspection: Inspect chin strap for defective webbing, buckles, or hook/pile fasteners. Corrective Action: Replace chin strap as on Page 10. 2. Malfunction: Unable to attain/maintain helmet stability Test/Inspection: Inspect retention assembly for defective buckles, worn buckle pads, torn/frayed webbing, or worn nape pad. Corrective Action: Replace nape pad as on Page 11, or replace retention assembly as on Page 12. 3. Malfunction: Helmet shell appears damaged. Test/Inspection: Inspect helmet shell for holes or cracks. Corrective Action: Obtain new helmet. -
Page 14: Component Replacement
COMPONENT REPLACEMENT Replaceable components include the chin strap, the nape pad, the retention assembly, and the pad suspension assembly. Replacing Chin Strap Removal 1. Referring to Figure 9, unfasten the chin strap buckle on the left side (as worn) of the retention assembly. 2. Unlace the chin strap from the right side (as worn) of the retention assembly. Installation 1. Lace the replacement chin strap through the buckle on the right side (as worn) of the retention assembly. 2. Don the helmet. Fasten the chin strap to the buckle on the left side (as worn) of the retention assembly. 3. Check the helmet fit in accordance with HELMET FITTING, beginning on Page 4. Make any necessary adjustments. RIGHT SIDE (AS WORN) Lace/unlace Chin strap Fasten/unfasten Figure 9. Chin Strap... -
Page 15: Replacing Nape Pad
Replacing Nape Pad Removal 1. Referring to Figure 10, remove the rear pads as necessary to reach the attaching hardware of the retention assembly on the inside of the helmet, noting pad position. 2. Referring to Figure 11, remove the two rear screws and nuts attaching the rear retention assembly straps to the helmet. Rear pad Rear pad 3. Remove the straps from the nape pad. Figure 10. Pads to Remove Installation 1. Referring to Figure 12, install the replacement nape pad as follows: Screw a. Insert the left rear strap through the bottom left opening in the Screw nape pad, and then through the top right opening. -
Page 16: Replacing Retention Assembly
Replacing Retention Assembly Removal 1. Referring to Figure 13, remove the front and rear pads as necessary to reach the attaching hardware of the retention assembly on the inside of the helmet, noting the position of the pads. 2. Referring to Figure 14, remove the four screws and Rear pad Rear pad nuts attaching the retention assembly Figure 13. Pads to Remove to the helmet. Retention strap INSIDE VIEW Installation OF HELMET 1. Install the Screw replacement retention assembly... -
Page 17: Replacing Pad Suspension Assembly
Replacing Pad Suspension Assembly Removal Referring to Figure 15, remove the pads from the helmet, noting their position and orientation in the helmet. Also note the pad thickness (05C11950-5 is ¾ inch thick; 05C11950-6 is 1 inch thick). Installation The helmet is impact-qualified using the standard pad configuration. This pad configuration provides the required impact protection at all required impact sites. Alternate pad configurations may not provide optimal protection at all required impact sites. 1. Referring to Figure 15, install the replacement pads (of the same thickness) in the helmet. Ensure that the pads are firmly attached to the hook disks. -
Page 18: Parts List
PARTS LIST Below is a parts list for the Phonetalker Type III Helmet. The parts list corresponds to the components shown in Figure 16. For more information, contact Gentex Corporation, P.O. Box 315, Carbondale, PA 18407, phone (570)282-3550, fax (570)282-8555, www.gentexcorp.com. NAVSEA-Approved Phonetalker Type III Helmet Gentex part number A13627-3L3 National Stock Number (NSN) 8470-01-592-5765 PART NUMBER ITEM COMPONENT QTY. Helmet shell, lusterless gray A13245-4 Retention assembly, black A13755-3 Pad suspension, ¾ inch thick (installed) C11950-5 Pad suspension, 1 inch thick C11950-6 Screw, shoulder B12190-1 Nut, conic B11815-1 Instruction Booklet TP0360... - Page 20 TP0360 REV. 1 MARCH 2013...
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