HexArmor SR-X 8180 Structural Firefighting Gloves

Proper care and cleaning for your FireArmor ® SR-X ® Gloves

By regularly washing your gloves, longevity of use is dramatically increased – keeping you and your crew safer, longer.

Don gloves, dampen, use mild soap and wash as if you were washing your hands. Rinse in clean, cool water. Do not wring out, only gently squeeze out excess water. Alternative Cleaning Method: Extractor Put gloves in extractor. Use cool water, same as with turnout gear. Using a mild pH-neutral detergent, wash as you would your other gear (gentle, slow spin. No chlorine bleach ever). Proceed with drying steps below.

1

Hang indoors to dry, where there is constant air flow. Placing a hollow tube inside the gloves will help allow air to enter the glove. • Do not place the gloves on a heater as this will dry out the leather causing stiffness. • Do not turn the gloves inside out to dry. • Do not iron.

2

Store in clean, dry conditions, away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures. • Never store gloves in the pockets of your turnout gear • Leather gloves must be allowed to dry out to prevent rotting • When removing gloves, grasp several fingers at once to avoid excessive stress on internal components

3

Warning: Do not wash gloves that have absorbed hazardous materials. Do not wash gloves in top-loading, industrial, or agitating washing machines. Do not dry clean gloves.

USER INFORMATION GUIDE THIS USER GUIDE IS TO BE REMOVED ONLY BY THE END USER This guide is intended to provide information on the use and limitations of these gloves. Read and understand the guide in its entirety prior to using the gloves These gloves are certified by SEI to meet the requirements of NFPA 1971, 2018 EDITION STRUCTURAL FIRE FIGHTING GLOVES The HexArmor ® Glove Warranty HEXARMOR ® WARRANTS THAT ITS PRODUCTS WILL BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP AND MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY EXPIRES ONE YEAR FROM ORIGINAL INVOICE DATE AND DOES NOT INCLUDE DETERIORATION FROM WEAR, ABUSE, ACCIDENT OR CHEMICAL EXPOSURE. NO STATEMENT MADE BY OR ON BEHALF OF HEXARMOR ® IN THE PRICE LIST OR COLLATERAL LITERATURE IS A WARRANTY THAT ANY HEXARMOR ® PRODUCT IS FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. About your Moisture Barrier: The moisture barrier in your gloves has not been evaluated for ALL chemicals that can be encountered during fire fighting operations. Information about the effects of chemical exposure on the moisture barrier should be evaluated per the inspection procedures specified in FFPA 1851. Do not wash gloves that have absorbed hazardous materials. Consult with your fire department for procedures on handling and disposing of gloves that have come in contact with hazardous materials. Instructions Before Using HexArmor ® Gloves: Firefighting is an extremely dangerous activity involving unlimited hazards that may cause burns, injuries, infections or death. Firefighters must follow the instructions in this guide before using the HexArmor ® 8180. Even when correctly used and maintained, however, HexArmor® 8180 gloves will not eliminate the dangers and risks of firefighting. Your fire department must independently evaluate the suitability of the HexArmor ® 8180 in general and at each fire scene. HexArmor ® cannot know the conditions or hazards of each fire, and does not warranty the gloves for any particular purpose. The fire department must also design and implement an inspection program with criteria to determine when gloves must be removed from service. Do not continue to use gloves that are damaged, contaminated or otherwise do not pass inspection. Even when properly used and maintained, the protective qualities of the HexArmor ® 8180 will diminish with age. Consult your fire department regarding the criteria established for removing worn gloves from service. Your HexArmor ® 8180 will not protect you from all burns, or other injuries caused by flames or heat. You may be burned without coming into direct contact with heated materials, gases or flame. You may be burned without your HexArmor ® 8180 showing signs of damage or heat exposure. You must exercise extreme caution at all time and limit your exposure to flames or heat. The HexArmor ® 8180 is designed to provide limited protection against injuries to the hand when properly maintained and worn by trained firefighters during normal structural firefighting activities. Do not use your HexArmor ® 8180 as fire approach or entry gear. Do not use your HexArmor ® 8180 in proximity to, or direct contact with, flame or hazardous materials. Do not contact electrical wires or other sources of electricity. Approach, entry, proximity and other specialized firefighting activities require protective equipment specifically designed for those activities. The fire department must independently assess the suitability of the HexArmor ® 8180 in general and at each fire scene. The HexArmor ® 8180 has been tested to comply with the requirements of NFPA 1971, 2018 Edition Gloves for Structural Firefighting. The actual protective properties of the gloves will be affected by the method and frequency of cleaning, storage, maintenance and use. Most performance properties of the gloves cannot be tested by the user in the field. Nevertheless, the user must inspect the gloves regularly. The fire department must determine the criteria for repairing or retiring worn, damaged or contaminated gloves. There are no express warranties that extend beyond the description in this guide and on the labels attached to the gloves. Seller disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or of fitness for any particular purpose. Since Seller cannot control the manner of use of its products after their sale, Seller will not be responsible for any consequential or indirect damages. No warranties will apply if the products are in any way altered or modified after delivery by the Seller. Using the HexArmor ® 8180: The appropriate use for your HexArmor ® 8180 gloves must be decided by your fire department. Proper use should be consistent with NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, and 29 CFR 1910.132, General Requirements of Subpart I, Personal Protective Equipment. HexArmor ® makes no warranties that the HexArmor ® 8180 is fit for any particular purpose. Maintaining / Cleaning the HexArmor ® 8180: The protective capabilities of any equipment, including your HexArmor ® 8180, depends upon correct maintenance and cleaning. Do not use gloves that have not been thoroughly cleaned and dried. Your HexArmor ® 8180 should be cleaned after heavy use to avoid build-up of grit and grime. Clean your gloves at least every six months. General Care: 1. Never store gloves in the pockets of your turnout gear. 2. Leather gloves must be allowed to dry out to prevent rotting, which results in diminished strength and protective qualities. 3. Store gloves out of direct sunlight. UV light weakens fabric. 4. When removing gloves, grasp several fingers at once to avoid excessive stress on internal components. Gloves may be marked using permanent, non-toxic ink on the outer shell or inside the cuff of the glove.

• Cleaning Instructions: Preferred Method Don gloves, dampen, use mild soap and wash as if you were washing your hands. Rinse in clean, cool water. Do not wring out. The violent twisting motion may tear internal stitching or cause a rip in the moisture barrier. Instead, squeeze out excess water. Recommend placing a hollow tube inside the gloves to allow air to enter the glove. Store the gloves where there is constant air motion. Do not place the gloves on a heater as this will dry out the leather causing stiffness. Alternative Cleaning Method: Extractor Put gloves in extractor. Use cool water, same as with turnout gear. Using a mild pH-neutral detergent, wash as you would your other gear (gentle, slow spin. No chlorine blech ever). Proceed as above before washing. Do not wash gloves that have absorbed hazardous materials. Consult with your fire department for procedures on handling and disposing of gloves that have come in contact with hazardous materials. • All good leather, as used in the HexArmor ® 8180, should be air-dried. Hanger-loops are provided in each glove to allow them to be hung on hooks and ‘dees’ of the turnout coat, should the need arise. Some firefighters put cans (with both ends removed) into the gloves to aid in drying. Drying racks in well ventilated areas also assist in drying. Do not turn the gloves inside out to dry. This may tear or damage the moisture barrier or lining. Do not stuff the wet gloves into pockets where they cannot dry. Do not lay the gloves on radiators or dry them in hot air dryers. Hot air drying will stiffen the leather and severely shorten the service life of the gloves. Do not dry the gloves in direct sunlight, or expose them to exces sive fluorescent light. The UV light will weaken and damage the gloves. Do not dry clean gloves with moisture barriers. If your gloves are excessively worn, are damaged or contaminated, or otherwise do not pass inspection, do not use them. Turn in the damaged gloves and obtain a replacement pair of the HexArmor ® 8180 from your fire department. Do not attempt to repair the gloves yourself. The HexArmor ® 8180 should only be repaired by a qualified repair facility designated by your fire department. Any alteration of the glove will void the manufacturer’s warranty. The gloves should be cleaned and disinfected before being sent for repair. If your gloves become exposed to hazardous materials, such as chemicals, acids or blood, you should isolate and bag the gloves immediately. Avoid contact with the contaminated portions of the gloves. Leather gloves cannot be fully decontaminated and must be disposed. Your HexArmor ® 8180 gloves should be tested for water resistance as part of the regular test procedure defined by your fire department. The Water Integrity Tests defined in NFPA provide a method for testing gloves for leaks. • Put on a water marker glove (a thin glove that will stain when touched by water) underneath your HexArmor ® 8180. • Immerse your HexArmor ® 8180 in tap water to within one inch of the cuff. • Clench your fist every 10 seconds, for five minutes. • Remove the glove from the water, and check the marker glove for signs of water marks. Inspecting the HexArmor ® 8180: You should inspect your the HexArmor ® 8180 gloves when you first receive them, and after each use and cleaning. Regardless of use or cleaning, however, you should inspect your HexArmor ® 8180 at least once a month. When inspecting your gloves, check thoroughly for: cuts or worn areas in the leather or fabric shell, or lining material; torn seams or cut threads which may allow seams to separate; chemical contamination in the leather or liner which cannot be removed; brittleness, discoloration or other evidence of damage from heat or sun; leaks or signs of liquid penetration. The NFPA 1971 Water Integrity Tests define a specific method for determining the liquid integrity of a glove. Retiring and Disposing of Gloves: You must retire gloves that have become exposed to hazardous materials or that fail to pass the inspection procedures defined by your fire department and that, in the judgment of your fire department, cannot economically be repaired. Consult with your fire department regarding the appropriate method of disposal. If the gloves are contaminated with hazard ous materials, isolate and bag the gloves immediately, avoiding contact with the contaminated areas of the gloves. The gloves should be disposed of in accordance with applicable laws and standards determining the liquid integrity of a glove. Do not use your gloves if they are damaged, and do not attempt to repair them yourself. Obtain a replacement pair of the HexArmor ® 8180 from your fire department. Your fire department must establish rules for determining what gloves do, or do not, pass inspection. Consult with your fire department regarding the decision to have your gloves repaired or to retire your firefighting gloves. Preparing to Use Your HexArmor ® 8180 Gloves: Choose the size glove that will provide you with comfort, protection and dexterity. For proper fit, your fingers and thumb should be close to or at the tips of the glove fingers and thumb, and when clenching your fist, you should not feel excessive resistance. A sizing chart is available from HexArmor ® . Call HexArmor ® at 800-369-1800 (614-487-8197) to request a sizing chart. Your HexArmor ® 8180 must be cleaned and dried thoroughly before storage. Store your HexArmor ® 8180 safely away from: sharp edges or objects that could cut or tear the gloves; direct sunlight or fluorescent light that could weaken or damage the leather; extreme temperatures that could dry or weaken the gloves; excessive moisture that could promote rot or mildew. Donning and Doffing HexArmor ® 8180 Gloves: Pull on your HexArmor ® 8180 gloves after putting on your other protective equipment. Check to be sure the gloves fit properly, that they are clean and dry, and that no gap appears between the glove cuff and your turnout gear. Grasp and pull your HexArmor ® 8180 gloves to remove them. If your gloves have been exposed to hazardous materials, such as chemi cals, acids or blood, avoid contact with the contaminated portions of the glove. You should isolate and bag the contaminated gloves in a sealable, leak-proof bag. You should wear the size glove that provides comfort, protection and dexterity. If the glove is too loose, you may be unable to pick up or handle small objects. If the glove is too tight, it will reduce its ability to protect your hand from heat. NFPA 1500, the Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Programs, stipulates that the protective equipment worn by firefighters be properly sized and adjusted to overlap and eliminate gaps during use. You must check to ensure that your gloves interface properly with the sleeve of your turnout coat. In all ranges of motion, your hand, wrist and arm should remain covered by the glove or turnout coat. You must not wear the gauntlet style gloves if your turnout coat does not have a wristlet. If your turnout coat does not have a wristlet, you should wear gloves with a knit wristlet. Do not wash the HexArmor ® 8180 in top-loading, industrial, or agitating washing machines. The force of the machines may weaken the protective properties of the gloves. If your gloves show signs of water penetration, obtain a replacement pair of HexArmor ® 8180 from your fire department.

Sizing Guidelines Using the New 2018 NFPA Sizing Convention A notable addition to the NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structure Firefighting and Proximity Firefighting, 2018 Edition, involves mandatory numerical sizing with a designation of normal or wide. There are 7 numerical sizes required, from 64-82, shown below, along with optional sizes. Proper size and fit is determined by measuring the length of your index finger in millimeters to reach the closest numerical size. A measurement across the top of your knuckles will give you the corresponding width. In the example below, the glove size would be 76N.

90

Length (ex: 76mm)

85

82N 82W 82XW*

80

76N 76W 76XW*

Width (ex: 85mm)

75

70N 70W 70XW*

70

65

64W 64XW*

64N

The “size” (number) is the length of the index finger in millimeters

D2 Index Finger Length (mm)

60

85

90

95 100 105 110 115 120

70 75

80

“N” or “W” is the width Example: Size “76N”

Hand Width (mm)

*Optional sizes

6

7 S

8

9

10 XL

11

12

13

Numeric Size:

XS

M L

2XL

3XL

4XL

Letter Size:

NFPA-1971 2018 Size:

64N 70N 70W 76N 76W 82N 82W 82XW

Each size is closely equivalent to the alpha sizes for our gloves, but please note the best way to determine your new size is to follow the instruction above.

All information can be found in the NFPA 1971:2018 Standard.

Call 1-877-MY ARMOR or visit hexarmor.com

October 17, 2019

Emma Betten HexArmor, Inc.

640 Leffingwell Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49505

Certification Letter

Dear Ms. Betten:

We are pleased to confirm that the Structural Fire Fighting Glove model below is certified by the Safety Equipment Institute, effective October 17, 2019. Class I certification testing, to change the company identification and change the moisture barrier source, was successfully completed on October 16, 2019 in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 1971-2018, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting.

SEI Ref. No.

Brand

Model No.

8180 - Gauntlet

FFG MSC 01

Hexarmor

The SEI Certification Mark may be used in the marketing, packaging and promotion of the model detailed above, in accordance with the provisions of the SEI Certification Program Manual .

Per the SEI Certification Program Manual , SEI shall certify the manufacturer's product model(s) and grant the right to use the SEI certification mark when 1) the Testing Laboratory has determined that the product model submitted and tested successfully meets the appropriate product standard, 2) the Quality Assurance Auditor has determined that the manufacturer complies with SEI quality assurance requirements through an on-site audit, including a review of the quality manual and procedures, 3) the manufacturer has paid all fees, and 4) product liability insurance requirements are met. Following initial certification, SEI conducts annual follow-up testing on samples which are selected by SEI during the annual quality assurance audit. SEI’s certification program is accredited as a System Type 5 per ISO/IEC 17067:2013 (E).

Thank you for your participation in the SEI Certification Program. If you have any questions, please contact the SEI Office.

Sincerely,

Tricia Hock Director, Certification Operations

William A. Fithian Technical Director

cc:

Muhammad Ejaz, SEI Auditor

Safety Equipment Institute

Tel: 703/442-5732 FAX: 703/442-5756 1307 Dolley Madison Blvd. Suite 3A McLean, Virginia 22101 www.seinet.org

8180 Built to battle high heat and intense situations, FireArmor ® SR-X ® structural firefighting gloves keep hands safe, comfortable, and dexterous while fighting fire. Gloves are equipped with inner liners of 360-degree heat and liquid resistance, as well as extra cut protection, for both maximum protection and peace of mind. The exterior water-resistant and flame resistant cow suede provides unsurpassed comfort and dexterity right out of the bag, even after repeated use and washings. FireArmor ® SR-X ® gloves are compliant and certified to NFPA 1971:2018 for the ultimate firefighting glove on the market.

Protection zones

Nomex ® and H2X+™ liners for 360° thermal protection and full FR moisture barrier

Flame resistant

2018 CERTIFICATION

1971

TPP>60

• Thermal Protection Performance is greater than 60

Product features

• Made with water-resistant and flame-resistant cow suede • 100% Nomex ® knit inner liner for 360° heat resistance TPP>60

Attributes Style:

• H2X+™ FR moisture barrier (interior layer) is certified to NFPA 1971:2018 • Kevlar ® liner on back-of-hand provides added heat and cut resistance • 100% Kevlar ® thread throughout glove for added strength and FR resistance • Form-fitted fingers for added comfort and dexterity • Reinforced thumb saddle and palm patch for increased durability and abrasion resistance • Extended gauntlet cuff for added protection against debris • Leather pull tab • Washable, see full cleaning and care instructions on hexarmor.com Call 1.877.MY ARMOR or visit hexarmor.com HexArmor ® FireArmor ® products are heat and flame resistant, NOT HEAT AND FLAME PROOF. HexArmor ® products are cut and puncture resistant, NOT CUT AND PUNCTURE PROOF. Do not use with moving or serrated blades or tools. User shall be exclusively responsible to assess the suitability of the product as specified for any individual application or use. Protection zones are to be used as a general guide. Actual product protection zones may differ. Product features, design, protection zones subject to change. WARNING: This product can expose you to leather dust and chromium (hexavalent compounds) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to P65Warning.ca.gov Protected by patents and patents pending.

Mechanics

Grip:

Wet or dry

Cuff style:

Gauntlet

Numeric size:

6 7 8 9 101112 13

Letter size: NFPA 1971:2018 size:

XS S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL

64N 70N 70W 76N 76W 82N 82W 82XW

Cadet sizing available, 8180CD: XS-XXXXL