EDELRIDe FUSE Bedienungsanleitung Seite 13

4 INSTALLATION OF THE DEVICE ON THE BELAYING
ROPE
Correct installation of FUSE on the belaying rope for gen-
eral use (a) as well as for use for redundant belaying of
passive rescue (d). Ensure the device is closed com-
pletely (click sound and no red mark remaining visible).
When ropes without termination connection are used,
the end must be secured with a knot (termination knot).
Detach the device from the rope in reverse sequence.
Use of gloves is always recommended. Ensure hair, fin-
gers, or clothing are not drawn into the device.
5 FUNCTIONAL INSPECTION
Prior to each use, check the function of the device and
check the energy absorber. When the device is moved
down the rope in an abrupt jerk, the device must block.
Upon unlocking the device, it must be possible to move
it smoothly up and down the rope. Additionally, check if
the energy absorber has already been activated (red
thread clearly visible means it has been activated al-
ready). If that is the case, it must be replaced before the
device is used. Additionally, check that the trigger wheel,
the connecting bracket and the rope clamp do not show
cracks, scratches, deformation, signs of wear or corro-
sion. The trigger wheel, especially, must turn smoothly in
both directions without grinding. During use, regularly
check that no foreign objects hinder rotation of the trig-
ger wheel. During work, protect FUSE from splashing
with paint, cement, etc.
6 BLOCKING FUNCTION
Adjusting the blocking switch for ascent/descent along
the rope and temporary work positioning. Upon fall load-
ing, the rescuer can release the activated lock by pulling
on the rope below the device, to be able to move the
device along the rope or detach it from the belaying
rope.
7 USE
To simplify ascent/descent along the rope, we recom-
mend attaching a small weight to the rope's end. The
device should only be guided along by moving the lan-
yard or pulling with the body, the device itself should not
be hand-guided. For longer work periods, we recom-
mended blocking the device in the work position, above
the climber. The rope adjustment device must always be
within reach of the user.
8 FAULTY USE
When ascending along the rope, sagging of the rope be-
tween the device and the anchorage point must be pre-
vented. One must not climb beyond the anchorage point.
Attention: If the device slides down too slowly along the
belaying rope because the work surface is inclined, the
device may not block immediately when needed. In such
cases, be sure to make an end knot in the rope before
the fall edge or an obstacle! Heat, cold, humidity, icing,
oil, and dirt on the rope and inside the device may impair
the function. Attention: When working in cold/moist
conditions, regularly check the function of FUSE.
The product has been tested successfully to
PPE-R/11.075 V01 (RfU 075) regarding its edge resist-
ance. The lanyard has been tested successfully for hori-
zontal application and fall across a deburred 90° steel
edge with a radius of 0.5 mm.
If the risk assessment performed prior to work shows
that loading across an edge may be the result of a fall,
suitable precautions and rescue measures must be
made and users be trained. For instance, check whether
fall across such an edge could be prevented, if a rope
protector should be installed etc.
9 FALL SPACE
The fall space is the minimum gap below the user ensur-
ing he will not hit an object or the floor in case of a fall.
The following factors are considered when determining
sufficient fall space:
- the position of the climber relative to the fall arrester
- the fall arrest distance of FUSE
- the tear length of the energy absorber
- the position of the catch eye (at an average 1.5 m
above the feet)
- a safety add-on of 1 m
- the additional length of the movable guide due to lateral
offset
The rope elongation varies with the situation and must
be considered when determining the required fall space.
The values given are based on fall tests with rigid loads.
SERVICE LIFE AND REPLACEMENT
The service life of the product mainly depends on the
type and frequency of use and on external influences. At
the end of the useful life or latest at the end of the maxi-
mum service life, the product must be removed from
use. Products made of synthetic fibres (Polyamid, Poly-
ester, Dyneema ® , Aramid, Vectran ® ) are subject to some
aging even if not used; their service life especially de-
pends on the intensity of the ultraviolet radiation and
other climatic conditions they are exposed to.
Material, device: Aluminium, stainless steel, polyamide
Material, energy absorber: HMPE, polyester
EDELRID Performance Static 11.0 mm ANSI: Materi-
al: polyamide, static elongation: 3.4 %, elongation at 4
kN: 6,1 %, melting temperature of PA: >200 °C (392 °F),
minimum breaking force of rope: 34 kN, minimum break-
ing force of sewn end: 24 kN, minimum breaking force of
figure-of-eight knot: 22 kN, core share: 59 %, jacket
share: 41 %, weight per metre: 79 g/m
Maximum service life
Textile components (energy absorber): with optimum
storage conditions and without use: 14 years.
Metal parts: unlimited.
Maximum lifetime in use
Textile components (energy absorber): providing proper
use and no detectable sign of wear showing as well as
under optimum storage conditions: 10 years.
Metal parts: unlimited
Frequent use or extremely high load may substantially
reduce the service life.
Therefore, before every use check the device for possi-
ble damage and correct function. If any of the following
points apply, immediately remove the product from use
and turn it over to an adequately qualified person or the
manufacturer for inspection and/or repair (we do not
claim this list is complete):
- if there are doubts concerning safe use;
- if sharp edges have the potential to damage the rope or
hurt the user;
- if signs of damage are visible (e. g. fissures, plastic
deformation);
- if the material shows signs of strong corrosion or if it
has come in contact with chemicals;
- if the edges of webbing are damaged or if fibres have
been pulled from the webbing;
- if visible signs of abrasion show on seams;
- if sharp edges are located on the metal parts;
- if abrasion is extensive on the metal parts, i.e., loss of
material;
- if a hard fall load has occurred;
- if rope products show strong damaging of the jacket
(core visible).
INSPECTION AND DOCUMENTATION
In case of commercial use, the product must be inspect-
ed regularly, at least once a year, by the manufacturer, an
adequately qualified person or an approved inspection
body/agency; thereafter it may have to be serviced or
removed from use. Legibility of the markings must be
checked. Such inspections and service must be docu-
mented for each product. The following information must
be recorded: product identification and name, manufac-
turer's name and contact details, unique identification,
date of manufacture, date of purchase, date of initial use,
date of next regular inspection, result of inspection, and
signature of qualified person responsible. A suitable
specimen is found online at www.edelrid.com
STORAGE, MAINTENANCE AND TRANSPORT
Storage
Store cool, dry and outside transport containers, protect
from sunlight. Prevent contact with chemicals and pro-
tect from mechanic strain.
Maintenance
Clean contaminated products in hand warm water and
rinse properly. Dry at room temperature, never dry in
spin dryers or near radiators! Commercial disinfectants
based on alcohol (isopropanol) may be used if neces-
sary. The joints of metal parts must be cleansed regular-
ly and then be lubricated with acid-free oil or a lubricant
based on Teflon or silicone.
Transport
The product must be kept away from chemicals, dirt and
mechanical damage. For this purpose, a protective bag
or special storage and transport containers should be
used.