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Product Control Form
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Rope Journal
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Date Entry
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Ascended Metres
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Descended Metres
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Falls Sustainde
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Use and Extraordinary
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Date of Purchase
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Date of First Use
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Putting Out of Use
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Model
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Serial Number
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Year of Manufacture
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Name & Surname of User
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Note
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Static Rope Technical Informations
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Rope Diameter
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Knotability
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Sheat Slippage
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Elongation
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Shrinkage
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Mass
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Mass of The Sheat
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Mass of The Core
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Fall Arrest Peak Force
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Dynamic Performance
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Static Strength
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Material
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Type
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Tested Notified Body
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE!
Low stretch kernmantel ropes (static ropes) are designed for the protection
of persons working at height and above free depth, for use in rope access,
speleology, human rescue and other similar activities (combined ascent
and descent of persons, safety device for work positioning in rope access,
lowering and raising of persons in rescue, as a means for ascent, descent
and horizontal motion in speleology). Neither the manufacturer nor the
distributor shall be held responsible for damages caused by improper use
of the low stretch kernmantel rope (referred to as “rope” hereinafter).
1- Before the first use
It is recommended to uncoil a new, packaged rope as follows: Hank – to be
uncoiled in reverse to the direction of coiling. It is not recommended to throw
it. Spool – in the same way as the hank. To be uncoiled from the spool. For
additional information please visit www.kayasafety.com. By correct uncoiling
of a new rope kinking and hockling will be avoided.
It is recommended to wash a newly procured rope in clean lukewarm water
(30 °C). Subsequent drying shall be in accordance with section
CLEANING AND DISINFECTION OF ROPES.
2- Use of low stretch kernmantel ropes according to EN 1891
There are two types of static ropes available, type A ropes and type B ropes.
Type B ropes are sized for a lower performance than type A ropes. Both rope
types must be protected in use against mechanical damages (abrasion,
cutting, chafing, etc). The ropes are not designed for arresting falls, the user
shall avoid this risk. Check before use that the rope is compatible with the
remaining parts of your equipment. The manufacturer recommends to test
the whole equipment in a safe place with no risk of fall.
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Type A ropes shall be preferred to type B ropes for protection of persons
working at height and above free depth, for use in rope access, speleology,
human rescue and other similar activities (combined ascent and descent
of persons, safety device for work positioning in rope access, lowering and
raising of persons in rescue, as a means for ascent, descent and horizontal
motion in speleology).
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Always keep in mind that activities at height are risky activities. These
activities may be accomplished only by persons who are in good health.
Serious diseases or poor actual state of health may affect the user’s safety
during normal or emergency use.
This product may be used for work and rescue activities only by persons
who are skilled and trained for activities at heights according to special
regulations, or under direct guidance and supervision of such a
person. Instructions and advice on how to behave properly and safely
when performing activities at heights can be received from persons who
are authorized to perform training in those activities.
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The user is recommended to become acquainted with rescue
operations in case of an accident prior to using the static ropes. The
user shall have a rescue plan in place to deal with any emergencies that
could arise during the work.
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The user is obliged to inspect the rope prior to use, after use and after
any extraordinary event. When in doubt about the condition of the rope,
do not use it any longer. The user shall make no alterations of the rope
without the prior written consent of KAYA and any repair shall only be
carried out in accordance with recommendations of KAYA.
Together with the rope do not use products that are not intended for this
purpose or do not comply with applicable technical standards. Special
attention should be paid to the selection of belaying elements which
have to take account of the rope diameter. The belaying system must be
attached at a reliable anchor point which is placed above the position of
the user. Low stretch kernmantel ropes may be used for static belaying
only, they must not be used for progressive belaying. Using the static
ropes requires training in techniques of making and using knots.
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Some types of ropes are not certified according to EN 1891 or are
certified with an exception. Those ropes partly contain a different material
than PA, the melting temperature of which is lower than that required by
EN 1891 (195 °C). The other general rules for rope use apply to these
products as well. Additional information can be found on the rope tag.The
maximum recommended loading of the rope is 1/10 of the nominal
strength of the rope.
8- Cleaning and Disinfection of Ropes
Keep the rope clean – long-term effect of mechanical impurities between
the rope fibres will damage the rope. The ropes shall not be allowed to
come into contact with any chemicals (such as organic chemicals, oils,
acid, paints, petroleum products, etc.) or their vapours.
Normally contaminated rope may be washed in lukewarm soapy water
with a temperature of 30 °C (86 °F). Rinse the rope thoroughly with water
and leave it in a shady place for drying, away from radiant heat sources.
Do not use high-pressure washing machines. For disinfection of static
ropes, use a weak 1% solution of potassium permanganate or MIRAZYME
according to instructions for use.Do not use a rope contaminated with a
chemical substance or marked with an unknown adhesive tape (except
tapes recommended by the manufacturer) any longer. The rope damage
is mostly not evident to the naked eye.
9- Life span
If all general instructions for safe use of static ropes are observed, the
following tentative life span data can be recommended.
Storage
In case of present-time advanced materials (polyamide 6, polyamide 6.6),
a considerable adverse change of properties of the product in a
time interval of 5 years can be excluded provided that optimum storage
conditions are maintained. For subsequent use see instructions below.
Use;
</=1 year
Intensive use (every day) with high intensity of use, mechanical loading
(suspension), but without fall arrest. Signs of use: heavy wear, vitrification,
contamination and hairiness.
1 - 3 years
Intensive use (every day) with normal intensity of use, without consider-
able mechanical loading or fall arrest. Signs of use: obvious wear, obvious
hairiness, heavy contamination.
3 - 5 years
Very frequent use (several times a week) with low intensity of use, without
considerable mechanical loading or fall arrest. Signs of use: signs of
heavy wear, slight contamination, recognizable hairiness.orvery frequent
use (several times a week) with high intensity of use, mechanical loading
(suspension), but without fall arrest. Signs of use: signs of wear, obvious
hairiness, slight vitrification.
5 - 8 years
Frequent use (several times a month) with low intensity of use, without
considerable mechanical loading (suspension, occasional lowering or
rappelling) or fall arrest. Signs of use: no signs of heavy wear, slight
