USER MANUAL
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1. Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Looking after your Leatt Brace You may want to wash your Leatt Brace after hard riding The brace and integrated padding should only be washed with a gentle soap or detergent in cold water rinsed in cold water and dried with a cloth only Common substances applied to this brace solvent cleaners hair tonics etc can cause damage that may be invisible to the user and compromise the effectiveness safety of the Leatt Brace Always refer to the material content label on the Leatt Brace None of the materials used are known to contain anything that might cause an allergic reaction or be dangerous to your health When storing your Leatt Brace place it on a clean dry surface and store in a dry well ventilated environment away from direct sunlight and extremes of temperature Do not place heavy objects on top of the Leatt Brace For maximum performance the Leatt Brace must be inspected prior to each use Stop using the Leatt Brace if any of its components including but not limited to the Front Component Hinge Lever Assembly Pins Strut Nylon Washers and or the Back Component See Parts Components List on page 3 are worn cracked and or deformed or if the inside padding is deteriorated We wish you many safe hours of enjoyable racing and riding with your Leatt Brace Please contact us with any questions or comments at info leatt brace com We recommend that you replace your Lea2. M4 X 9mm Shoulder Nut M4 X 6mm Shoulder Nut Front Spring Nylon Washer M3 Dowl Pin Hinge Bottom Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation MPNNANMNNNHNN HHH Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation LLAS LARD User manual introduction Welcome to the world of Leatt and thank you for choosing our product The Leatt Brace you have purchased is based on years of academic research and extensive evaluation of the mechanisms of head and neck injuries together with testing in test facilities and via simulation software The brace has been tested using various static and dynamic tests The Leatt Brace is part of the protective equipment ensemble available for use by participants in cycle and motor sports activities The design rationale behind the Leatt Brace is to help bring the head to a controlled stop during an accident fall This is achieved by providing a padded rigid structure that helps act as an alternative load path for neck forces Helmet impacts otherwise transmitted from the helmet to skull and then to the neck are re directed from the helmet to the brace and then to other body structures The design of the Leatt Brace helps prevent the helmet head from projecting over the brace and therefore helps prevent a fulcrum action which has been documented in literature pertaining to the use of collar devices The Leatt Brace may be worn with most types of bicycling body armor and chest protectors Over long distances the
3. rrr PrP Pr PF Always attach your helmet correctly according to seller s guidelines Ensure that all of your safety equipment has not passed beyond its recommended life span Travel race with safety as your primary principle gt If you have any questions regarding this product or its proper use please contact Leatt Corporation at Leatt Corporation RSA No 50 Kiepersol Crescent Atlas Gardens Durbanville Contermanskloof 7550 Cape Town RSA Tel 27 0 21 557 7257 Fax 27 0 21 557 7381 Leatt Corporation USA 26320 Diamond Place Unit 130 Santa Clarita California 91350 Tel 800 691 3314 Fax 661 295 6888 Email info leatt com Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation WARRANTY DISCLAIMER YOUR LEATT BRACE IS WARRANTED TO BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND MANUFACTURING FOR ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE CRASH DAMAGE NEGLECT ABUSE OR ALTERATION OF YOUR BRACE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY SEVERAL PARTS OF THE LEATT BRACE ARE DESIGNED TO FRACTURE AS THEY HELP PROTECT YOU IN CERTAIN RIDING SCENARIOS THESE PARTS ARE REPLACEABLE AND OFFERED FOR SALE IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A WARRANTY CLAIM TAKE THE BRACE BACK TO THE RETAILER YOU BOUGHT IT FROM TO ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY PLEASE GO TO THE WWW LEATT COM AND FILL OUT THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM OR EMAIL WARRANTY LEATT COM Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Leatt Brace DBX Pro Table of contents e DBX Pro brace exploded VIEW ccccc
4. Brace if any components show signs of damage or are worn cracked and or deformed or if the inside padding is deteriorated Leatt Corporation recommends that the Leatt Brace be replaced every two 2 years under normal racing conditions Should you experience a collision or if the Leatt Brace or any component shows any signs of damage cracking deformity and or the inside padding is deteriorating return the Leatt Brace to the seller for inspection or destroy and replace the Leatt Brace Common substances applied to this brace solvent cleaners hair tonics etc can cause damage that may be invisible to the user and compromise the effectiveness safety of the Leatt Brace Wash only with gentle soap or detergent in cold water rinse in cold water and dry with a soft cloth Do not drill holes paint cut heat bend or make any other modifications to the Leatt Brace unless authorized in advance by the Seller Doing so may compromise the effectiveness safety of the Leatt Brace The brace has been tested using various static and dynamic tests but has not been tested on riders under race conditions for instrumented impact assessment this product is of a new design The brace has been tested on a wide range of users and bicycle types and should fit you and your bicycle if not minor adjustments may be required for proper fit Failure to properly adjust the brace before use may compromise rider safety and brace effectiveness
5. Mobility Technologies document No P 2 00 00431 May 2004 e BMW Pendulum Testing and Validation Model using Lifemod BMW Test Facilities Munich Germany 2006 e Innovations at BMW Motorrad in the development of equipment for motorcycle riders to reduce the risk of injuries based on the example of the Neck Brace System proceedings of the 6th International Safety Environment Future Conference Cologne Germany 9 10 October 2006 e Side Impact Simulations Using a Validated Pendulum Test Methodology Leatt Corporation Biomechanics Division e Leatt Manufacturing Test Specification Issue 2 e EN 340 Protective clothing General Requirements The first five test specifications listed assess the ability of the Leatt Brace to help reduce forwards and backwards movement of the wearer s head and neck in a collision or when impacting the road surface Leatt Manufacturing Test Specification Issue 2 includes evaluations of the resistance of the Leatt Brace fastenings to opening in the event of an impact The chemical content of the materials and components used in the construction of the Leatt Brace has been assessed in accordance with the requirements of EN 340 Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation LLAS LARD Leatt Brace sizing chart The size of the brace should be correct for your body shape and allows for adjustability to ensure correct fitment and comfort no matter what your application
6. LAR PURPOSE FOR WHICH YOU MAY BE BUYING THE GOODS EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED HEREIN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE In the event of a crash Should your Leatt Brace be damaged as result of a serious accident no Warranty Claim is possible The Leatt Brace is designed to become damaged as it helps protect you i e thoracic strut snaps off The Leatt Corporation would like to hear from you if you have been involved in a crash event The feedback is used to advance the understanding of crash dynamics in the Leatt Lab and assist in improving our products 4 In event of a crash if you have supporting footage photos or medical information please download the Injury Assessment Form from the address below gather all the supporting information and submit it to the address below 5 After evaluation by the Leatt Lab and subject to the Leatt Lab discretion incentives may be offered for fully completed Injury Assessment forms alt n Download the Crash Event form from www leatt com crash events and email to crash events leatt com Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Contact Details Leatt Corporation No 50 Kiepersol Crescent Atlas Gardens Contermanskloof Durbanville 7550 Cape Town South Africa Jel 27 21 557 7257 Fax 27 21557 7381 Email info leat
7. Leatt Brace will also offer some relief from neck fatigue The Leatt DBX neck brace system helps prevent the following extreme movements e head forward HyperFlexion e head rearward HyperExtension e head sideways Lateral HyperFlexion e head helmet rearward on the neck Posterior HyperTranslation e coupled axial loading Helps prevent axial loading only when the axial forces act in combination with other mechanisms The Leatt Brace has also been tested against the manufacturer s specifications and EC Type and it is CE marked to denote compliance with the EU Personal Protective Equipment Directive 89 686 EEC Please e mail any comments you might have to info leatt com The Leatt DBX Pro Brace Figure 1 has been designed to be set up in stages to suit your requirements Please follow the fitment process carefully It should take you about 20 minutes to complete Examination certification has been issued by SGS United Kingdom Ellesmere Port CH65 3EN England UK Notified Body No 0120 Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Figure 1 Back Assembly Front Assembly Thoracic Assembly Please note The product shown may vary in colour Brace components are depicted in contrasting colours to indicate individual identification Test specifications Test specifications including the following have been used in the evaluation of this product e Eurotype Hybrid Ill instrumented sled tests Land
8. User MVIANUAL Note The products depicted in this user manual may vary to some degree in product graphics or color Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Bicycling cycling and racing can be dangerous Participation in these activities can result in severe brain head and neck injuries which may result in paralysis or death Although the Leatt Brace is designed to help reduce the risk of such injuries there is no guarantee that any injury will be prevented by the use of this or any other safety equipment Read all instructions prior to use Before putting on your Leatt Brace each time please review and comply with the following cautions and instructions below The Leatt Brace cannot protect against all possible impacts and or injuries Although the Leatt Brace is designed to help reduce the risk of such injuries there is no guarantee that any injury will be prevented by the use of this equipment Perform any bicycling sport activity with caution and use wear appropriate safety equipment gt For maximum performance the Leatt Brace must be properly fitted and attached according to the instructions in the user manual It is recommended that this product be used only in conjunction with a helmet with a permanent fixed chin part e g full face helmet motorcross DH helmet DO NOT USE WITH AJET HELMET Use at your own risk For maximum performance the Leatt Brace must be inspected prior to each use STOP using the Leatt
9. acic assembly The Strut assembly has three parts the thoracic strut Figure 6 and two rotatable wedges Figure 6a Depending on the configuration of the the wedges and the thoracic strut you can vary the fitment angles to 5 10 or 15 see Figure 6b We recommend that you start with the strut angled at 10 degrees This is the most commonly used strut angle for average sized riders Figure 6a wedges i as en a Figure 6 Strut locates into back assembly Thoracic vent Figure 6b Thoracic Thoracic Thoracic strut strut strut ran l N Lory F ly lly VL J 10 Can be placed on either side Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Step 2 Strut assembly Continued Insert the strut assembly Figure 6 amp 6a into the back assembly of the brace Figure 7a starting with one Shim on either side Figure 7b of the strut assembly The strut assembly and Shim will always be contained within the brace so that you can adjust the brace at any time There is no need to fit the Locking Cap Screw at this time Now refit the brace If the brace is pulled slightly backward too tight place the two Shims Figure 7b in front of the strut assembly towards the front portion of the brace if the brace has become too loose place the two Shims behind the strut assembly towards the back portion of the brace If the lowermost portion of the strut assembly is located away from your b
10. ack use another strut assembly combination refer to Figure 6b You may now secure the Locking Cap Screw see Figure 7a that fastens the strut assembly to the back assembly Opening and closing the Leatt Brace Locking Cap Screw fastening strut assembly to the back assembly Figure 7a The Leatt Brace can be opened from the left or right Figure 8a or the front assembly can be completely removed Figure 8b Figure 8a Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Figure 8b TTR Fitting the DBX Pro chest strap Partially remove rear padding from brace Figure 9a Insert tip of chest strap through the insertion point in padding Attach strap to Velcro on the inside of padding Re attach padding to brace Partially remove front padding from brace Figure 9b Insert both tips of chest strap through the insertion points on the sides of the front padding Attach strap ends to the velcro inside of the padding Re attach padding to front of brace Adjust buckles on both sides to fit comfortably on body Figure 9c Figure 9b Velcro Insertion ij i point a a Chest strap Chest strap Adjustment strap Insertion point Figure 9c Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Fitting the DBX Pro brace with a roost guard When wearing a roost guard the lower portion of the front assembly of the brace should be placed inside the roost guard and the upper portion of
11. ciesdedidanevesdedescasiwadiecuradesckeatenteas 21 6 33 5 33 9 35 35 4 37 37 4 43 3 Inches PICIOMIE sorres 55 85 86 89 90 94 95 110 cm 36 p7 106 139 sml 7 5 1 140 155 sml sml med PTP 54 156 163 sml sml med med 5p 5 5 164 166 sml sml med med med 56 5 7 167 169 sml sml med med med 5 7 5 8 170 172 sml sml med sml med med 5 8 5 9 173 175 sml sml sml med med 5 9 5 10 176 178 sml sml sml med med 510 5 11 179 181 sml sml sml med med 5 11 6 181 183 sml sml med med 6 61 183 185 sml med med 6 1 6 3 185 190 med ft cm sm md refers to either a medium size brace on the smallest setting or a small size brace on the largest setting Height Chest circumference right below the arms Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation LLAS LARD Leatt Brace fitment Step 1 The brace has been fitted on a wide range of users and bicycle types and should fit you If not minor adjustments may be required for proper fit Failure to properly adjust the brace before use may compromise rider safety and brace effectiveness When correctly adjusted and worn with the user s safety helmet the Leatt Brace should allow the full range of normal head and neck movements i e looking up looking down and looking side to side such as when performing an over the shoulder check the Leatt Brace and the helmet only coming into contact with each other as the full range
12. fety as an important principal As acondition of purchase and or receipt of the Leatt Brace the user waives any claims against Leatt Corporation the inventor manufacturer any subcontractor agent or Global Distributor Leatt Corporation the inventor manufacturer any subcontractor agent of Global Distributor will under no circumstances be liable to any person for any damages direct indirect bodily or otherwise including injury or death that may be sustained by any person as a result of the use of the Leatt Brace any alleged defect therein or its alleged failure to afford the protection offered by it or for any consequential loss of profits or damages suffered by any person however such loss or damage may arise or for any other reason of from any other circumstances of whatsoever nature Leatt Corporation RSA No 50 Kiepersol Crescent Atlas Gardens Durbanville Contermanskloof 7550 Cape Town RSA Tel 27 0 21 557 7257 Fax 27 0 21 557 7381 Leatt Corporation USA 26320 Diamond Place Unit 130 Santa Clarita California 91350 Tel 800 691 3314 Fax 661 295 6888 Email info leatt com WARRANTY DISCLAIMER NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE BRACE OTHER THAN THOSE EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN HAVE BEEN PROVIDED LEATT CORPORATION UNDERTAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE QUALITY OF THE GOODS EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED HEREIN LEATT CORPORATION TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY THAT THE GOODS WILL BE FIT FOR ANY PARTICU
13. is When correctly adjusted and worn with your helmet the Leatt Brace should allow the full range of normal head and neck movements i e looking up looking down and looking side to side such as when performing an over the shoulder check the Leatt Brace and the helmet should only come into contact with each other as the full range of normal head movement is reached If any resistance or discomfort is experienced when attempting to complete the full range of head and neck movements or if the brace does not make contact with the helmet when the full range of movement is reached further adjustment or an alternative size of Leatt Brace may be required In extreme circumstances it may be necessary to purchase an alternative model of helmet in order to achieve the required level of compatibility and safety Please ask the retailer or contact Leatt if you require further advice on sizing adjustment or fitting Please use the sizing chart below to ensure that you have purchased the correct size Leatt Brace The sizing chart is based on your height and chest circumference right below the arms therefore make sure that you take the correct measurements before utilizing the chart on next page Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Sizing Chart Size Range Small 4 16 years old thin build to fit wearer height 97 5 165 cm Medium 16 years average to bigger build to fit wearer height 165 cm Chest circumference cncse
14. of normal movement is reached Your DBX Pro brace is supplied with three pairs of different sized Pins for adjustment The Medium Pin is fitted as standard Start by fitting your brace without the thoracic assembly attached on your shoulders and chest as shown below in Figure 2 Figure 2 Ensure comfortable fit to shoulders Change Pin size to short or long Brace fitted without the according to fit thoracic assembly on the _ back assembly Thoracic padding Ensure comfortable fit to chest Adjustment with Pins If the brace is too loose around your neck with the fitted Medium Pin and does not sit comfortably on your shoulders and chest fit the Short Pin see Figure 3 If the brace is too short and therefore too tight simply fit the Long Pin Short Pin Omm Medium Pin 10mm Long Pin 20mm Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Fitting the Pins Unscrew the 2 Buttonhead Cap Screws see Figure 4a with the supplied Allen key Slide the Pin out once the Cap Screws are removed see Figure 4b and replace by sliding the desired Pin back in the same way Now screw in the 2 Buttonhead Cap Screws with its washers in place to secure the newly fitted Pin at Figure 4a Back Assembly Buttonhead D naa Cap Screws Fitted Medium Pin _ _ _________ Figure 4b Slide Pin in or out in this direction Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation LLAS LARD Step 2 Strut and thor
15. sseseecesseeesseesseeseeaeees AMSIMUCION manual INTTOGUCION ccs cecsennsccecsvecepscecotenesetestiseiegeart e Test specifications cea setiecnccgestenacanentndenccueiaaeronectinnantensneiiemreseuiees e Leatt Brace sizing Chart 0 ccccccccccccsssccssscsessesensesesseeeneeeeees e Brace fitment e Leatt Brace fitment step 10 eee ceeeeseseeeeereeeseneen e Strut and thoracic assembly step 2 cceeeceeeeeeeeeeeees e Opening and closing your Leatt Brace 00 ceeeeeee Fitting the DBX Pro chest strap siciccsisirensesnenssvaaonncnaseswerves e Fitting the DBX Pro brace with a roost guard e Fitting the DBX Pro brace with a body jacket e Looking after your Leatt Brace ccccccccccsseeeseeeseeeteeeneees e Indemnity and warranty disclaimer ccceeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Page 07 08 Page 09 10 Page 11 12 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 DBX Pro brace exploded view Pa Pro Front Component Nylon Washer M4 CSNK M4 X 16mm custom Hinge Top Hinge Lever Front Pin Housing Pro Front Padding Pro Back Paadding Tri Clip 10 Pro 10mm Pin 11 M4 X 7mm Shoulder Bolt 12 Pin Clip 13 Pro Back Composite OONDOOAFRWND LLAS LARD NANNHHHANNNN FH Rivet 2 9 x 21mm Shim Bolt Cap M4 Strut Captive Nut Shims Rotatable Wedges Pro Thoracic
16. t brace com Website www leatt brace com Postal Address Suite 109 Private Bag X3 Bloubergrant 7443 South Africa wos S SPINAL CORD RESEARCH FOUNDATION A percentage of your Leatt Brace purchase price is donated to the Wings For Life spinal cord research foundation www wingsforlife com Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation
17. the front assembly should be outside the roost guard Figure 10a The same applies to the back upper and lower portions of the brace Figure 10b If your roost guard is a smaller size you may have to widen the head opening of the roost guard Most roost guards allow for this adjustment In the case of very small children allow the front lower portion to rest on the outside of the roost guard Some junior riders choose to remove the hard outer portion of the shoulder padding from their roost guards for comfort Figure 10a amp 10b Your DBX Pro Brace may be worn under or on top of Roost Guard as long as the thoracic assembly is under the back protector Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation Figure10a Figure10b Roost Guard Roost Guard LLAS LARD Fitting the DBX Pro brace with a Body Jacket The DBX Pro Brace can be worn very comfortably and unobtrusively with a Body Jacket When wearing a Body Jacket with the brace ensure that the brace rests comfortably over the front of the jacket see Figure 11a At the back of the jacket the thoracic assembly should be worn on the inside see Figure 11b Refer to Step 1 to adjust the fit and comfort of your brace on the chest and back Figure 11a amp 11b Your DBX Pro Brace may be worn on top of the front of the Body jacket as long as the thoracic assembly is under the back protector Figure 11a Body Jacket Figure 11b Body Jacket
18. tt Brace every two years of normal racing conditions and replace any components that are damaged in a serious accident hy EN Copyright 2010 Leatt Corporation LLAS LARD INDEMNITY As a condition of purchase receipt of the Leatt Brace the user has fully read and understood the User Manual and understands that although the brace is desgined to help reduce brain head and neck injuries when worn in conjunction with a full faced helmet there is no guarantee that any injury will be prevented by the use of the brace Each brace must be set up for the individual user and be of the correct size and fit As a condition of purchase and or receipt of the Leatt Brace the user has read and familiarized himself herself with the technical aspects research and test results relating to the Leatt Brace provided at Leatt Corporation s website www leatt brace com and understands the nature of the brace and its intended use and correct fitment As acondition of purchse and or receipt of the Leatt Brace the user understands and recognizes that the brace has not been tested on riders in race conditions for instrumented impact assessment and that this is a new design Should you not wish to accept the terms of this Indemnity please return the Leatt Brace Always attach your helmet correctly according to manufacturer s guidelines ensure all your safety equipment has not passed its recommended lifespan and travel race with sa
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