country of destination the reseller shall provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for
periodic examination and for repair in the language of the country in which the product is to be
used.
LIFETIME
-The estimated product lifetime is 12 years from the date of manufacture (2 years s
10 years for use). The following factors can reduce the lifetime of the product : intense use,
contact with chemical substances, specially agressive environment, extreme temperature
exposure, UV exposure, abrasion, cuts, violent impacts, bad use or maintenance.
The required annual examinations will validate the correct functioning of the equipment. It is
compulsory that the equipment is examined by the manufacturer or his authorized
representative at least once a year.
In case that it have been used to arrest a fall, the equipment must be withdrawn from use.
TRANSPORT
The Personal Protective Equipment must be transported in a package that protects it against
moisture or mechanical, chemical and thermal attacks.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAINTENANCE
- CLEANING: The personal protective equipment must be cleaned without causing
adverse e
ff
ect on the materials used in the manufacture of the equipment. For textile (
webbing and ropes ) and plastic parts wipe with cotton cloth or a soft brush. Do not use any
abrasive material. For intensive cleaning wash the harness at a temperature between 30ºC
and 60ºC using a neutral detergent. For metallic parts wipe with a wet cloth. When the
equipment becomes wet, either from being in use or when due to cleaning, it shall be allowed
to dry naturally, and shall be kept away from direct heat.
- STORAGE: Personal protective equipment should be stored loosely packed, in a dry
and well - ventilated place, protected from direct light, UV degradation, dust, sharp edges,
extreme temperature and aggressive substances.
REPAIR
Any repair shall only be carried out by equipment manufacturer or his authorized
representative following manufacturer’s procedures.
MARKING
The equipment is marked with the next information:
i) CE marking showing that the product meets the requirements of the PPE Directive
89/686/CEE
ii) Identification of the manufacturer
iii) Reference of the equipment
iv) Lot number or serial number
v) Year of manufacture
vi) Material
vii) European Norm
viii) Notified body number
ix) Pictogram to indicate the necessity for user to read the instruction for use
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PERIODIC EXAMINATIONS
It is necessary to carry out regular periodic examinations. The safety of the users depend
upon the continued efficiency and durability of the equipment.
The personal protective equipment shall be examined at least every 12 months. The periodic
examination can only be carried out by the manufacturer or his authorized representative.
The comments should be included in the check card of the equipment. After the periodic
examination, the next due date for periodic examination will be determined.
During periodic inspection it is necessary to check the legibility of the equipment marking