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HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM INSTRUCTION GUIDE
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CAIMAN HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM
TO THE OPERATOR ­ No matter the pace, the obstacles, or the environment, your command wants you to have full-spectrum protection for your mission. Caiman Helmet Systems were designed based on intensive direct collaboration with SOF users. The end-result: a skeletonized, scalable, lightweight, comfortable system that is purpose-built to integrate with mission-specific headborne equipment. This is cutting-edge head protection for the modern battlefield.
GALVION. EMPOWER YOUR MISSION.
PLEASE BE SURE TO READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS. POOR SET-UP AND ADJUSTMENT MAY COMPROMISE THE SYSTEMS ABILITY TO PROVIDE THE PROTECTION THAT IT IS DESIGNED TO DELIVER DURING A BLUNT FORCE OR BALLISTIC IMPACT. SIZING, WARRANTY AND WARNING INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND BY SCANNING THE QR CODE.
HAVE QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? CONTACT GALVION CUSTOMER SUPPORT 1-866-713-0406 | CUSTOMERCARE@GALVION.COM | GALVION.COM
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CONTENTS
This manual provides information regarding the components of your Batlskin Caiman Head Protection System. This helmet was developed to provide the best blunt force and ballistic protection in a scalable, lightweight package that is fully modular and fully integrated.

HELMET ANATOMY Caiman Helmet APEX Liner Rails

FIT & CUSTOMIZATION

ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY

5 Sizing

8 Fixed Arm Visor

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6

How to measure head size 8 NVG Arm Visor

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Helmet

9 Mandible Guard

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Mandible

10 Ballistic Applique

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Adjusting Retention System 11

Adjusting Fitband System 13 Care & Support

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Adjusting Suspension System 14

Headset Integration

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Simplified Liner

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Rail management

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Bolt Installation & Removal 18

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CAIMAN HELMETS

VELCRO

WILCOX L4 SHROUD

HELMET ANATOMY

RAIL BALLISTIC

BUNGEE CORDS

BUMP/HYBRID

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HELMET ANATOMY
APEX LINER
EPP IMPACT LINER
DIAL FITBAND
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COMFORT PADDING
HARNESS

RAILS

RAIL ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT POINT

HELMET ANATOMY
CABLE MANAGEMENT BUNGEES

O2 MASK RECEIVER
RETENTION SYSTEM BOLTS
Use cable management bungees to secure power or data cables. 7

FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
SIZING - HOW TO MEASURE HEAD SIZE
User will obtain the most accurate head measurements using a tape measure for circumference and a caliper for length and width. Evaluate size while wearing the typical, everyday headwear, hairstyle, head coverings, etc., worn with helmet.

60 60 50 4 30 20

60 50 4 30 20

1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 5

Using a measuring tape at approximately ½" above eyebrows and ears, measure head CIRCUMFERENCE.
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In the absence of a caliper, use 2 pencils. Hold one pencil between eyebrows and one at the back of head. An extra set of hands is important to ensure pencils are straight. Measure distance between pencils ­ this is the LENGTH measurement.

In the absence of a caliper, use 2 pencils. Hold one pencil at either side of head above ears. An extra set of hands is important to ensure pencils are straight. Measure distance between pencils ­ this is the WIDTH measurement.

FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
SIZING - HELMET
· Head circumference is the best predictor of helmet size ­ start there and refine using length and width measurements as needed.
· Be sure to also evaluate fit with additional equipment (headset, cold weather gear, eye protection, etc.) as these will all affect the amount of space needed in helmet.
· With use, liners get worn in and compressed or stretched, and helmet may feel larger so make sure to have snug fit when trying on with new liner system.

SIZING CHART

SMALL

inch mm

MEDIUM

inch mm

LARGE

inch mm

X-LARGE

inch mm

XX-LARGE

inch mm

CIRCUMFERENCE 20  - 22 ½ 525 - 570 21 ½ - 23 ¼ 545 - 590 22 ½ - 24 570 - 610 23 ¼ - 24 ¾ 590 - 630 24 - 25 ¾ 610 - 655

LENGTH up to 8  up to 205 up to 8 ¼ up to 210 up to 8 ½ up to 215 up to 8  up to 220
up to 9 up to 230

WIDTH up to 6 ½ up to 165 up to 6  up to 175 up to 7 ¼ up to 185 up to 7 ½ up to 190 up to 7  up to 195

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FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
SIZING - MANDIBLE
Mandible size is based on face length and does not necessarily correspond with user helmet size; for example user may wear a Large helmet but require a size XL-XXL size mandible.
2 SIZES: SM-MD-LG and XL-XXL. Both sizes are compatible on ALL helmets.
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ADJUSTING RETENTION SYSTEM

FIT & CUSTOMIZATION

1
Buckle chinstrap.

FRONT TIGHTEN
2
Unlock front tensioner and tighten as needed. Lock in place. Users may find it easier to adjust tensioners on both left and right side of harness at the same time.
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FIT & CUSTOMIZATION

TIGHTEN REAR

TIGHTEN

3

4

Unlock rear tensioner and tighten as needed. Lock in place. Users may find it easier to adjust tensioners on both left and right side of harness at the same time.
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Tighten fitband by turning the dial clockwise.

ADJUSTING FITBAND SYSTEM
NARROWER

FIT & CUSTOMIZATION HIGHER

FITBAND TOO LOOSE?
Snap fitband arm posts towards front of helmet for narrower fit.

NAPE PAD TOO LOW?
Nape pad should rest at the base of skull. Adjust higher if needed.
Users may prefer a higher nape pad position for increased neck range of motion while in the prone position.
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FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
ADJUSTING SUSPENSION SYSTEM
1/2"

SHIM SHEET

Helmet should sit 1/2" above brow. 14

Shims can be added underneath comfort pads to provide additional localized thickness where needed.

HEADSET INTEGRATION

FIT & CUSTOMIZATION

1
Remove the center comfort pad.

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(OPTIONAL) Make helmet and headset a single unit by weaving headset through fitband arms and re-attaching.
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FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
SIMPLIFIED LINER CONFIGURATION (OPTIONAL)

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2

Un-snap front and nape pad fitband arms from helmet and remove the fitband entirely.

For added stability and comfort, install nape comfort pad.

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FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
RAIL MANAGEMENT
Should you need to remove rails for any reason, please follow these preparatory steps.

1
Remove front comfort pad.

2
Remove fitband.

3
Remove rear impact pad liner section.
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FIT & CUSTOMIZATION
BOLT INSTALLATION & REMOVAL
If removing rails, please use the shorter bolts included with Caiman accessory kit.

HARNESS ANCHOR

BOLT

BARREL NUT

The barrel nut should fit flush in the harness anchor and the bolt should be tight, whether helmet has rails installed or not. When installing rails, user should fully tighten only once rail bolts are installed at both ends.
Rear impact liner, fitband and front comfort pad should be re-installed in helmet once all bolts have been secured. 18

FIXED ARM VISOR
A B

ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY

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2

A. Insert top edge of visor arm into shroud. B. Tilt visor arm down and lock visor into shroud.

Pull on visor arm to ensure it is secured in place ­ it should not release.

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ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY
NVG ARM VISOR

A

B

1
A. Attach Wilcox L4 G24 or G22 NVG mounting arm to the shroud.
B. Insert the NVG arm visor into the shoe of the Wilcox mounting arm.
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2
Remove the visor by pressing on latch and arm release.

MANDIBLE GUARD

ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY

C

A

B

A. Open mandible arm latches. B. Insert mandible arms into rail until they stop. C. Lock mandible arm latches.
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ACCESSORY COMPATIBILITY
BALLISTIC APPLIQUE

FOR USE WITH CAIMAN HYBRID HELMET ONLY

1
Line up top applique with NVG shroud and push down to adhere.

2
Apply back applique flush with rear of helmet. Press to adhere.

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CARE & SUPPORT
GENERAL CARE Wash the helmet and components in warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly with fresh water. Let air dry. AFTER EXPOSURE TO SALT WATER Rinse all components, including metal, with fresh water.
IF ANY COMPONENT OF THE HELMET SYSTEM IS CRACKED, DENTED, WORN, FRAYED OR OTHERWISE DAMAGED, REPLACE COMPONENT IMMEDIATELY.
SUPPORT For any support related to your helmet, including replacement parts, accessories, warranties and general product information, please reach out to our team.
HAVE QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? CONTACT GALVION CUSTOMER SUPPORT 1-866-713-0406 | CUSTOMERCARE@GALVION.COM | GALVION.COM
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©2022 GALVION INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. GALVIONTM, BATLSKIN® AND BATLSKIN CAIMAN® ARE TRADEMARKS OF GALVION INC. OR ONE OF ITS AFFILIATES. 5-0008-0029 GAL2325_0422 REV G



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