PETZL SIMPLE Kurzanleitung Seite 3

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Important notice : Specific training is essential
before use
Read this notice carefully before use. This technical notice illustrates
ways of using this product. Only some types of misuse and forbidden
uses currently known are represented (shown in the crossed out
diagrams). Many other types of misuse exist, and it is impossible to
enumerate, or even imagine all of them. Only the techniques shown
in the diagrams and not crossed out are authorised. All other uses
are excluded : danger of death. In case of doubt or problem of
understanding, contact PETZL.
Activities at height are dangerous activities which may lead to severe
injury or even death. Gaining an adequate apprenticeship in appropriate
techniques and methods of safety is your own responsibility.
You personally assume all risks and responsibilities for all damage,
injury or death which may occur during or following wrong use of our
products in any manner whatsoever. If you are not able, or not in a
position to assume this responsibility or to take this risk, do not use
this equipment.
Installing the rope
The rope must be installed as indicated by the drawing on the device.
Once the rope is correctly installed, close the device and clip a locking
carabiner through both holes (1). The device is then closed, and secured
with a locking carabiner, (do not forget to close the srew-gate !).
A test must always be made before use to check that the rope is
properly fitted, and that the device is working correctly (2).
Attention: ropes of 8 to 9 mm diameter
The SIMPLE may also be used with ropes of 8 mm or more in
diameter. Warning, the braking effect is strongly reduced. Additional
braking systems must always be used. Check that the rope is compatible
with the method of use required.
Use
This product must only be used by competent and responsible persons,
or those placed under the direct and visual control of a competent and
responsible person.
Check that this product is compatible with the other components of
your equipment. To prolong the life of this product, care in use is
necessary. Do not bang against the rock or clog up with dirt. Any
lubricant which contacts the rope as it passes through the device will
limit the effectiveness of the braking action.
Safety = verification
- It is not necessary to allocate this product to a sole user.
- Before and after each use it is necessary to check the
condition of the product. Do not hesitate to scrap a product
showing signs of wear which might affect its strength.
- Any modification or repair outside our production facilities
is forbidden.
- It is up to the user to foresee situations requiring rescue in case of
difficulties encountered while using this product.
Major falls
Do not continue to use this product after a major fall : even though
no visible signs are possible, internal damage may have occurred, thus
reducing its strength and its margin of safety. Do not hesitate to contact
PETZL in case of doubt.
Cleaning, maintenance, storage
A dirty product should be washed and rinsed in clean water, then dried.
It must not be put in contact with corrosive or aggressive materials,
or stored at extreme temperatures.
Chemicals
All chemical products, corrosive materials and solvents should be
regarded as harmful. If it is absolutely necessary, or if there is a risk of
contact with chemical products, please contact us, stating the precise
name of the chemicals concerned. After study we will give you an
appropriate reply.
Lifetime
It is known that equipment deteriorates progressively with use. It is
difficult to give a precise lifetime because it depends on the environment
where it is used (mountains, sea, cave, canyon, sand etc). However wear
or damage could occur on the first use which limits its life to that use.
Surface damage, corrosive wear, mechanical wear, or impairment of the
mechanical function of the product is easily observed. In addition to the
checks before and after each use, a detailed inspection must be carried
out by a competent person every 12 months. For more security and
better control of your equipment, we advise you to keep an inspection
record for each product or batch of products (record sheet herewith).
Temperature
Use this product above a minimum of -40° C and below a maximum
of +80° C.
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Petzl 3 year guarantee
This product is guaranteed for 3 years against any faults in materials
or manufacture. Limitations of the guarantee : normal wear and tear,
modifications or alterations and bad storage. Equally excluded from the
guarantee are damage due to accidents, to negligence, and uses for
which the product was not designed.
Note : Canyoning and caving increase the rate of wear considerably.
Petzl is not responsible for the consequences, direct, indirect or
accidental, or any other type of damage befalling or resulting from the
use of its products.
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