PETZL ELIOS Top Gebrauchsanleitung Seite 3

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Parts list:
(1) Shell, (2) headband, (3) headband adjustment,
(4) nape and chin strap adjustment, (5) chin strap
buckle and adjuster, (6) head lamp attachments
The ELIOS Class shell is made of thermoformed
ABS. The ELIOS Top shell is of thermoformed
polycarbonate. The interior is made of expanded
polypropylene foam.
Inspection, points to verify
Before each use, verify the following : the condition
of the shell (no cracks or deformities), the
attachment of the headband to the shell, and the
chin strap and headband adjustment.
Instructions for Use
The ELIOS is a rock climbing and mountaineering
helmet designed to ensure maximum protection
while respecting the need for comfort and light
weight. Not only does it protect your head from
falling objects but it also provides protection
from direct impact with obstacles. Activities in
the vertical world carry the risk of serious head
injuries. The use of a helmet drastically reduces
these risks, but it cannot entirely eliminate them.
For extreme impacts beyond the scope of the
test standards, the helmet plays its role by
absorbing the maximum amount of energy possible,
deforming sometimes to the breaking point.
Caution : because of its design, this helmet is
subject to being crushed. Do not sit on it or pack it
too tightly. Do not leave it exposed to full sunlight
in a car.
1. Adjusting the helmet
Turn the headband adjustment wheel to adjust the
helmet. The chin strap can be adjusted both at the
nape of the neck and under the chin, and fastens
using the chinstrap buckle and adjuster.
2. Precautions
Be careful: paint and stickers may contain
materials that, with time, can alter the physical
qualities of the helmet.
Caution : after an extreme impact, internal cracks
which may not be readily apparent can diminish
the shock absorbing capacity and strength of the
helmet.
General information
Important notice : Specific training is
essential before use
Read this notice carefully, it gives instructions for
the use of this product. Only the techniques shown
in the diagrams and not crossed out are authorised.
All other uses are excluded : danger of death.
A few examples of misuse and forbidden uses
are also represented (shown in the crossed out
diagrams or with the "skull and crossbones"
symbol). Many other types of misuse exist and
it is impossible to enumerate or even imagine
all of them. In case of doubt or difficulty in
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 protection is your
own responsibility.
You personally assume all risks and responsibilities
for all damage, injury or death which may occur
during or following incorrect 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.
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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. Personal protective equipment
(PPE) is to be used only on or with energy
absorbing systems (for example dynamic ropes,
energy absorbers etc...). Check that this product
is compatible with the other components of
your equipment. To prolong the life of this
product, care is necessary, when transporting
as well as when using it. Avoid impacts, or
rubbing against abrasive surfaces or sharp edges.
It is up to the user to foresee situations requiring
rescue in case of difficulties encountered while
using this product.
Checking = safety
Do not hesitate to scrap a product showing
signs of wear which might affect its strength,
or restrict its operation. For your safety we
advise you to adopt a 3-level checking schedule:
- before and after each use it is necessary
to check the condition of the product,
- during use, it is important to regularly
monitor the condition of the product and of its
connections to the other elements of the system.
- Periodically, a more thorough inspection must be
carried out by a competent inspector: approximately
every three months for textile products and helmets,
approximately annually for metallic products.
For more safety and better control of your
equipment, we advise you to keep an inspection
record for each product or batch of products.
It is preferable to personally issue each user
of P.P.E. such as helmets, impact absorbers
or textile products, with his or her own set
of equipment to ensure better traceability.
On the other hand, it is not necessary to personally
issue metallic equipment or anchors to a single
user.
Major fall and impact
Do not continue to use this product after a major fall
or a major impact (fall of the product or impact on
the product). Even though no external signs may be
visible, a deformation may restrict its operation or
internal damage may have occurred, thus reducing
its strength. Do not hesitate to contact PETZL in
case of doubt.
Lifetime = length of time in storage +
length of time in use
Length of time in storage (in favourable conditions):
Helmets, harnesses, webbing slings and lanyards:
5 years
Metallic products: no limitation.
Maximum length of time in use (without taking
account of wear):
Helmets and harnesses: 5 years
Webbing slings and lanyards: 3 years
Metallic products: no limitation.
The operational lifetime depends on the intensity
of use. It is difficult to give a precise lifetime
because this depends on the environment where it
is used. Certain environments considerably increase
the amount of wear: marine or sandy environments,
or where chemicals are present. However wear or
damage could occur on the first use which reduces
the lifetime of the product to that one single use.
For webbing slings and lanyards, because of
their direct contact with supporting structures
and the heavy demands that usage places
on them, their average operational lifetime is
6 months heavy use, 12 months normal use, 3 years
maximum occasional use.
PETZL guarantee
This product is guaranteed for
3 years against any faults in materials or
manufacture. Exclusions from the guarantee:
normal wear and tear, modifications or alterations,
incorrect storage, damage due to accidents,
to negligence, or for use in a way for which the
product was not intended.
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.