CRESTO RESQ Smartline X, Instructions For Use & Inspection Card

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6. MAINTENANCE, STORAGE AND PERIODIC INSPECTION
6.1 Storage
The Smartline X must not be exposed to chemicals or stored together with chemicals. It
shall be protected from strong heat, UV light, light, high humidity, sharp edges or other
influences that can affect the security of the equipment.
6.2 Maintenance
As the Smartline X is designed for single use only, there is no need for maintenance.
If there are concerns about humidity in the bag or possible damage to the equipment, it
must be inspected according to section 4. All reparations or alterations have to be
done by a body approved by the manufacturer.
Warning : If the equipment becomes wet, it is allowed to dry naturally, not by direct
heat or UV-­light.
6.3 Transport
During transport the Smartline X must not be exposed to sharp items, chemicals, UV-­
light, or other influences that may cause damage. It must also be protected against falls,
crush and shock damages.
6.4 Inspection of equipment
Personal inspection before use is described in section 4.
The Smartline X has to undergo periodic inspection by a competent person at least
once every 12 months. This person must be familiar with inspecting all the components
in the set, and must know in detail how the set works.
The set must always be opened during periodic inspection. Repairs and replacement of
parts can only be done by
CRESTO AB . Sweden or a body approved by CRESTO
Warning : The need for regular periodic examinations, and that the safety of users depends
upon the continued efficiency and durability of the equipment
The equipment log on the last page must be updated with all periodic inspections,
service and repairs and other matters concerning the safe use of the equipment, if the
CRESTO INSPECTOR data base is not utilized.
The Smartline X is equipped with a RIFD chip connecting it to the CRESTO
INSPECTOR for easy track and trace of units and service.
The RFID is located in the marking label see section 8.
6.4.1 Inspection criteria
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Aborber: check for deployment, material and stitching for damage including cuts, nicks,
abrasion, fraying, discolorations, heat or chemical damage and moisture
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Connectors: gate function, abrasion, deformation, corrosion, cracks and nicks
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Device: seal is intact, abrasion, deformation, cracks, nicks and corrosion
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Rope: for loops in the material, damage, cuts, tears, signs of chemicals and UV
degradations, discolorations, heat damage, and moisture
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Marking: Legibility of marking, serial no., date of manufacturing