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Please refer to the following notes on regular inspection and the assessment of safe use:
2) Regulations for the owner of the equipment
A.HABERKORN
safety products must be inspected on the following points before each use:
2.2 Care, storage and transport of the PPE against falls from a height
3) Period of use
Labels or markings must not be removed from the product in order to always guarantee the traceability of the product.
Care, storage and transport of the PPE against falls from a height
2.2
Usually you can wash soiled ropes in lukewarm soap water up to 30 °C (86 °F) - hand wash only! Do not use industrial
washing machines. We recommend to use the specially developed TENDON ROPE CLEANER for strong soiling. Rinse
the rope carefully with clear water and dry it slowly in a shady place. Drying in heaters, tumble dryers, by means of
electrical appliances, sunlight or UV-light is forbidden. A rope must be free from all sides to be dried by the ambient air.
Then rinse the rope with pure water and let it dry in a shady place, far from sources of radiant heat. Cleaning must not be carried out by
means of a high-pressure washing system. Keep the rope clean - long-term effects of mechanical soiling between the rope filaments
lead to damage of the rope filaments. The rope must not come into contact with any chemicals (organic chemicals, oils, acids, paints,
petroleum products, etc.) and their fumes. The rope must be eliminated, if it comes into contact with chemicals. Usually rope damage
by chemicals is not visible at first sight. For disinfecting static ropes a weak solution of 1% hyper-manganese or MIRAZYNE according
to the instructions for use should be used.
Please take care that the marking labels remain legible after cleaning.
This product must be stored under dry conditions, at an ambient
temperature, protected from mechanic damage, chemical influences (e.g. of chemical substances, oil, solvents and other aggressive
substances), direct sunlight (
UV light exposure
) and outside a transport container. We recommend transporting the device in a UV
resistant bag and not exposing it more than necessary to UV rays by direct sunlight.
Never use ropes which are contaminated by a
chemical substance or marked with an unknown tape (except for tapes recommended by the manufacturer) - damage is
usually visible!
Repair/Accessories
2.3
Eventual repair, modification or additions to the PPE generally have to be carried out exclusively by the manufacturer.
Training/Instructions
2.4
Personal protective equipment against falls from a height must only be used by persons, who have been instructed according to the
valid national working conditions act. We are pleased to inform you about training for INSTRUCTIONS or COMPETENT PERSONS.
3 Period of use
The operating life of this safety product essentially depends on the type and frequency of use as well as on the conditions of use,
diligent care and storage and therefore can not generally be defined.
Products made of chemical fibres (e.g.: polyamid, polyester,
aramid) are subject to certain ageing even if they are not used, especially depending on the intensity of ultraviolet rays as well as on
the climatic environmental influences.
Maximum longevity of 12 years
The maximum longevity of A.HABERKORN products in synthetic and textile material is 12 years from the date of production under
optimal storage conditions and without being used.
Maximum operating life of 10 years
The maximum operating life with occasional, proper use without visible wear and tear under optimal storage conditions is 10 years from
the date of first use.
Storage period of 2 years
The storage period before first use and without reducing the maximum operating life is 2 years from the date of production.
Provided that all instructions on safe handling and storage are observed, the following,
non-binding indications on the lifespan can
be recommended
:
Intensive, daily use
- less than 1 year
Regular use throughout the year
- 1 year to 2 years
Regular seasonal use
- 2 to 3 years
Occasional use (once a month)
- 3 to 4 years
Sporadic use
- 5 to
max. 7 years
Metal fittings such as buckles, karabiners, etc.:
The life of metal fittings is generally unlimited; however a periodic inspection of metal fittings must be carried out regarding damage,
distortion and wear as well as functioning.
When different materials are used in one product, the period of use is subject to the most sensitive materials.
Extreme conditions of use can cause the elimination of a product after only using once (type and intensity of use, field of application,
aggressive environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures, chemical substances etc.).
A PFPE must definitely be discarded:
in case of damage to supporting parts, which are essential for safety, such as webbings and seams (tears, cuts or other)
in case of damage to plastic and/or metal fittings
in case of strain by a fall or heavy load
after the application period has elapsed
if a product does not seem safe or reliable anymore
if the product is outdated and does not comply with the technical standards anymore (modification of legal regulations,
norms and technical rules, incompatibility with other equipment etc.)
if the history of use is unknown or incomplete (test manual)
if the identification of the product does not exist or if it is illegible or missing (even partly)
if the instructions for use/test manual of the product are missing (because product history can not be tracked!)
See also item: 2) Regulations for the owner of the equipment
If the visual inspection carried out by the user, holder of the equipment or the competent person results in complaint or if the PPE has
elapsed, it has to be discarded. The elimination has to be made in such a way that reuse in action can absolutely be excluded (e.g. by
cutting and disposing of belts, fittings etc.). In case of frequent use, intensive wear or extreme environmental influences, the allowed
