EDELRID OMBILIX Bedienungsanleitung Seite 26

Fig. 9a-d Fall factor Ombilix (+Adjust) und Extreme
XP II
Attention: The anchor points must be selected such that
the fall factor will not exceed 1.
GENERAL NOTES CONCERNING SERVICE LIFE, STO-
RAGE, MAINTENANCE, AND MARKING
ATTENTION! The products must not be subjected to
damaging influences. These include contact with caustic
or aggressive substances (e. g.: acids, lye, soldering flu-
id, oils, cleaning agents) as well as extreme tempera-
tures, flying sparks, and subjection to electric influences.
Sharp edges, moisture and icing especially may substan-
tially impair the loading strength of textile products!
SERVICE LIFE AND REPLACEMENT
The service life of the product mainly depends on the
type and frequency of use as well as on external influenc-
es. At the end of the useful life or latest at the end of the
maximum service life indicated, the product must be re-
moved from use. Products made of artificial fibres (poly-
amide or polyester, Dyneema
subject to some aging even if not used; aging mainly
depends on the intensity of ultraviolet radiation as well
as on climatic conditions.
MAXIMUM SERVICE LIFE
With optimum storage conditions and without use:
Metal (incl. Extreme XP II): unlimited
Textiles: 14 years.
MAXIMUM USEFUL LIFE
(commercial/non-commercial use) Providing proper use
and no detectable signs of wear showing as well as under
optimum storage conditions:
Metal (incl. Extreme XP II): unlimited
Textiles: 10 years.
Frequent use or extremely high loading may substantially
reduce the useful life. Remove the product from service
immediately if any of the following applies
- fall loading has occurred
- webbing edges are damaged or individual fibres have
been pulled from the webbing
- visible signs of damage or abrasion show on seems
, Aramid, Vectran ) are
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- melting burns, decolouration or strong furriness of the
webbing/jacketing are noticed
- the device has come in contact with chemicals
- the wear indicator is visible (interior fabric of different
colour becomes visible)
- the product has been subjected to impact on a hard
surface
- extreme grooving and/or deformation has occurred
- sharp edges have formed due to abrasion,
- signs of damage are visible or function is impaired
- you are in doubt concerning the safety condition of the
product, even in the least.
The product may only be reused after an adequately
qualified person has confirmed its suitability in writing.
INSPECTION AND DOCUMENTATION
In case of commercial/professional use, the product
must be inspected as needed but at least yearly by the
manufacturer, an adequately qualified person, or an ap-
proved inspection body/agency; and it must be serviced
or removed from use as required. The identification must
be readable. Such inspections and service must be docu-
mented for each product; record the following informa-
tion: Product designation, manufacturer's name and ad-
dress, individual identification mark, date of manufacture,
date of purchase, date of first use, date of next regular
inspection, result of the inspection and signature of the
responsible adequately qualified person. You may down-
load a specimen copy from www.edelrid.de
Fig. 10 Climate during use
STORAGE
Store cool, dry, and protected from daylight outside
transport containers. Prevent contact with chemicals
(Attention: battery acid!). During storage, prevent me-
chanic strain by crushing, pressure, or tension.
TRANSPORT
The product must be protected from direct sunlight,
chemicals, dirt, and mechanical damage. For this pur-
pose, a protective bag or special storage and transport
containers should be used.