THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE
Thank you for purchasing Diamondback Tactical body armor. We continue our commitment to American
innovation by excelling beyond the accepted standards of body armor protection and quality armor products.
From research and development, design, delivery and customer support, Diamondback Tactical takes great
pride in providing proven and trusted products to our customers for their protection and safety.
BODY ARMOR TIPS
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Your body armor system can only offer protection for the areas of the body it covers.
Changes in the shape or weight of your body can affect coverage of vital areas.
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Your armor has several points of adjustment, which help to ensure the proper fit of your
armor.
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Double-check the orientation of your armor panels by referencing the NIJ label for proper
insertion and wear. One side of the armor should always be worn against the body.
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Never swap out your armor panels into a non-manufacturers carrier. This will void the
warranty of the vest.
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All custom, made-to-order vests are issued specifically to an individual officer. Swapping
vests or armor panels will affect the fit and coverage of the vest and void its warranty.
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Frequently inspect you armor panels and carriers for rips, tears or excessive wear.
Your vest should be stored in a flat, cool, dry environment. Armor vests exposed to volatile
temperature environments (i.e. excessive heat, humidity, cold, etc.) could compromise the
integrity of your ballistic armor panels.
QUALITY. SAFETY. DEDICATION.
BODY ARMOR
WARRANTY GUIDE
REGISTER YOUR VEST ONLINE AT :
DIAMONDBACKTACTICAL.COM OR
CALL CUSTOMER CARE AT 1-800-882-7667.
DIAMONDBACKTACTICAL.COM | 207 OAKLAND ROAD, SPINDALE, NC 28160
F168 SOFT ARMOR WARRANTY (REV 6.1)
COME HOME SAFE. EVERY TIME.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
All warranty obligations are limited to purchasers. For a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase,
Diamondback Tactical warrants all armor material built in specific configurations of its body armor to be free from
defects in material. In addition, all garments and material used to house armor panels are warranted to be free
from defects for eighteen (18) months. Garments and material are warranted against defects only. If a defect exists
during the five year warranted period, Diamondback Tactical will replace, repair or refurbish the armor panel free
of charge.
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OUTER AND TACTICAL CARRIERS
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Separate your front and back carrier from all removable straps, armor panels or plates.
Use a sponge to wipe clean and remove any debris or stains.
Allow the carriers to air dry.
NOTE: Never machine wash or dry outer/tactical carriers.
CLEANING YOUR ARMOR PANELS
Diamondback Tactical shall not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages resulting from any breach
of warranty or condition, or under any other legal theory. All users must understand the purpose, use and care
of their soft armor product, and abide by all instructions provided upon purchase, or as labeled on the product.
Diamondback Tactical shall not be responsible for misuse or abuse of the product(s) purchased. This warranty
applies to standard and made-to-order soft armor products. All custom, made-to-order products are manufactured
in accordance with ISO 9001:2008. Therefore, Diamondback Tactical, LLLP reserves the right to complete custom
orders at full cost to the user.
This limited warranty and the remedies set forth above are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, remedies
and conditions, whether oral or written, express or implied. Diamondback Tactical specifically disclaims any and all
implied warranties, including, without limitation, warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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Proper care and maintenance of your armor panels is essential. Your armor panels can include the front and
back armor panel located within your carrier, your soft or hard trauma insert, or any other armored panel
that attaches to the vest.
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Lay the armor panel on a flat surface.
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Wipe dry. Ensure your panels are completely dry before inserting into your carrier.
Use a moist sponge to wipe clean and remove any debris or stains. For tough stains, use mild soap to clean.
NEVER USE BLEACH OR OTHER HARSH CHEMICALS TO CLEAN YOUR ARMOR PANELS.
NOTE: This same method may be used to clean removable straps.
ASSEMBLING YOUR VEST
If Diamondback Tactical cannot lawfully disclaim implied warranties under this limited warranty, all such
warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness of a particular purpose are limited in duration to the
duration of this warranty.
For ideal comfort and fit, it is important to properly assemble and
adjust your vest before you wear it.
A copy of this warranty policy may also be found at www.diamondbacktactical.com.
SHOULDER STRAP
USE AND CARE INFORMATION
HOOK & LOOP FASTENER
CLEANING YOUR CARRIERS
WAIST STRAP
Carriers have multiple functions: concealable, outer and tactical. Each carrier style is made of different fabric that
will require a different maintenance routine.
HOOK & LOOP FASTENER
CONCEALABLE CARRIERS
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Separate your front and back carriers from all removable straps, armor panels or trauma inserts.
Run warm soapy water in a bathroom or kitchen sink (be careful to only use a small amount of mild soap).
Gently wash the carrier in warm water. Drain, then rinse.
Gently wring the clean water from the carrier. Smooth and place the carrier on a flat surface to dry. Ensure the
carrier is completely dry before inserting armor panels or trauma inserts.
NOTE: Concealable carriers may also be machine washed on the gentle cycle, using cold water.
Allow the carriers to air dry.
VEST ASSEMBLY
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Identify the NIJ label on your armor panel(s) and determine the proper way to insert your panel into your
carrier – “Wear this side away from body.”
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Insert your front and back armor panels into the appropriate carrier, in the proper orientation.
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Adhere the waist straps (4”) to the loop surface on the back carrier, and the shoulder straps (2”) to the loop
surface on the front and back carrier.w
Don the vest. Adjust, so that it sits evenly on your chest.
Re-adjusting the shoulder and waist straps while sitting will ensure a proper fit. Remember to attach the
patented LevelerTM system on the waist straps by adhering the 1/2" hook strip to the edge of the loop surface
on the front of the carrier. Then, secure the waist strap to the front carrier.