Climbing Technology 2D639D5, Manual

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5) USER INSTRUCTIONS.
This equipment is meant to be used in normal climatic
conditions tolerated by human beings (operating temper-
ature range between -29°C and +40°C). Enclosed to this
user manual, find an inspection card (conforming to EN
365:2004) which has to be properly filled in every part
and kept constantly updated by the user. If the inspec-
tion card is missing or unreadable, do not use the device.
During the use, it is essential for your own safety, that the
device and the anchor points are always correctly placed,
and that the work is organized in such a way, to minimize
the risk of a fall from a height. You must use only anchor
points that conform to the requirements of EN 795 (min.
10 kN) they must be free from burrs or cutting edges (Fig.
8). The anchor point must be always located at or above
waist level to minimize the eventual free fall distance.
Attention! Do not use on metal cables or plied ropes.
5.1 - Insertion of the rope.
Turn the lever to open the cam (Fig. 9.1). Couple the le-
ver with the body of the device (Fig. 9.2). Insert the rope
in the correct up/down direction (Fig. 9.3) and release the
lever to close the cam (Fig. 9.4).
5.2 - Function testing.
Run a locking test to make sure the rope is in the right di-
rection (Fig. 9.5-9.6). Relieve the load from the device
to open it and release the rope. To facilitate cam open-
ing, push the rope clamp upwards and operate the lever
at the same time.
5.3 - Ascent (with the aid of a waist rope clamp or oth-
er suitable device).
The device runs freely upwards (Fig. 10.1) and locks in
position (Fig. 10.2). In order to ascend on a vertical rope,
pull downwards parallel to the rope (Fig. 10.2). In or-
der to ascend on a non-vertical rope, you must constrain
the direction of the rope by inserting a connector into the
top double slot (Fig. 10.5). Be careful when approaching
the anchor and/or fraction points (Fig. 11.1). In no case
should the rope clamp be used when the potential fall
factor is greater than 1, i.e. the user must stay at all time
below the device and/or the anchor point (Fig. 11.2).
At-
tention! A fall factor greater than 1 may cause the rope
to break.
5.4 - Attention .
This device is not designed for use during descents but it
can be used for short sections as follows: relieve the load
from the device to partially open the lever, operating it in-
ternally so as not to move the safety lock, move the rope
clamp down (2) and reapply the load (Fig. 12).
5.5 - Release under load (PATENTED).
The device comes with a mechanism that enables it to
open even when it is not possible to relieve the load com-
pletely. Move the ratchet grip inward to turn the cam and
move it away from the rope, which allows it to release and
open out (Fig. 12.1÷12.3). The force applied depends
on the load on the device, but it must always be enough
to prevent any accidental opening. With this system the
cam does not open if the load applied (e.g. the weight of
an operator) is too high. Releasing in the presence of an
excessive load may damage the rope slightly.
5.6 - EN12841:2006.
These equipment are rope adjustment devices type B, for
the ascending of a working line. Rope adjustment devices
type B are Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) intended
to be incorporated in a rope access system. Rope adjust-
ment devices must not be used for fall arrest. An anchor
line loaded with the entire weight of the user, has to be
considered a work line and is not meant to arrest a fall.
It is mandatory to use a fall arrest back-up device type A
connected to a safety line. Pay attention that the back-
up system is never loaded on to the work line (Fig. 15).
Warnings: use only semi-static rope (core + sheath) be-
tween 10 and 13 mm certified to EN 1891 type A (For
the certification of this device, the following ropes have
been employed: Teufelberger Patron PLUS Ø 10 mm e
Edelrid Rescue Static Ø 13 mm); avoid any overloading
or loading on the device because can harm the anchor
line; maximum length of the lanyard to extend the har-
ness connection by 1 m (l conn device);
during the use, the anchor point must always be placed
above the waist belt attachment point of the harness; the
technical performances of the anchor line might vary con-
siderably, due to dirt, moisture, ice, repeated uses on the
same stretch: keep in mind that these variances will in-
fluence the behavior of the rope inside the device; max
work-load 100 kg.
5.7 - OThER TYPES OF USE.
Some of the operating modes of this device are shown
in this manual:
A) User safety when ascending stairs, ramps or during
climbs. B) Construction of hoists for rescue and first-aid
interventions (Fig. 13.1). C) Use during vertical ascents
for self-safety (Fig. 13.2). The rope clamp must be se-
cured to the harness using the two upper slots, and the
rope must pass between the carabiner and the side plate
of the device.
Attention! Avoid set-ups as shown in fig-
ure 13.3. D) Use as waist rope clamp. This device can be
used in the waist position when ascending a rope. To keep
it in the correct position (i.e. parallel to the body), use a
rectangular quick link to secure it to the correct attach-
ment point on the harness (Fig. 14).
6) MAINTENANCE. Always check before, during and af-
ter each use the good working condition of your device:
In addition to your daily check it is mandatory, at least
once every 12 months, to perform an in-depth inspection
of the equipment carried out by a competent and author-
ized Inspector. Look for signs of wear, corrosion, cracks on
the surfaces, deformation. Check the rope for cuts, loos-
en yarns, signs of corrosion, burns. Replace immediate-
ly the device showing any of the described signs. Replace
immediately the device in case you are in doubt about
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