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5) Position the neck dam so that it doesn't slide any
further onto the neck clamp assembly. Slide the open
end of the neck clamp assembly onto the opposite
side of the clamp, engaging the tracks of the clamp.
Hold the neck dam and the neck clamp assembly so
the clamp does not come apart.
6) Feed the small hole in the neck dam over the ad-
justment block on the neck clamp assembly.
7) Place the lock washer on the adjustment stud on
the neck clamp.
8) Insert the adjustment stud through the adjustment
block on the neck clamp assembly. Thread the lock
nut onto the adjustment stud. (Replace the lock nut if
the nylon insert is worn.) Do not tighten at this time.
NOTE: Due to periodic readjustment and wear
KMDSI recommends replacement of the neck clamp
Nylock nut whenever worn or when it can be ro-
tated by hand Nylon lock type nuts are designed to
maintain initial torque however repeated use would
The o-ring on the base of the helmet should be re-
placed whenever it shows signs of wear.
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disable the nut's designed "locking" capability.
9) Feed the tab at the rear of the neck dam through
the space between the sleeve and the rear hinge tab.
Pull the tab up as far as it will go.
NOTE: You may find it easier to pull the tab through
this space by tying a separate loop of string through
the tab and feeding it through first.
WARNING
A loose fitting head cushion will cause
poor oral nasal mask fit resulting in CO
buildup in the helmet. This condition
could lead to a build up in CO
nia), possibly resulting in unconscious-
ness, serious injury or death.
The foam in the head cushion should be inspected
and replaced whenever it starts to crumble.
10) Feed one end of the string through the tab in the
neck dam. Draw up on the string until the neck dam
material is snug. Do not over tighten. Tie a series of
square knots (at least three) with the string. Tape the
knots with electrical tape. Tuck the knots into the
sleeve of the neck dam. Adjust the neck dam clamp
per this chapter.
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