technical notice
NEWtoN 2
c735080D (190514)
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Field of application
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Only the techniques
shown in the
diagrams that
are not crossed
out and/or do not
display a skull and
crossbones symbol
are authorized.
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2 bis
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A
NEWTON
NEWTON FAST
NEWTON FAST JAK
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A
A
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(1) Two sternal rope
loops (marked on the
product A/2) make up
the sternal fall arrest
attachment point,
(1 bis) Metal ring is
the dorsal fall arrest
attachment point,
(2) Shoulder straps,
(2 bis) Attachment
loops for LIFT
spreader,
(3) Leg loops,
(4) DoubleBack
adjustment buckle,
(5) FAST quick-attach
buckles, (6) Sliders,
(7) Equipment
loop, (8) JAK vest
(NEWTON FAST
JAK).
Principal materials
Harness: polyester,
steel (adjustment
buckles), aluminum
alloy (attachment
point).
Nomenclature of parts
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Fall arrest harness.
This product must not be loaded beyond its strength rating, nor be
used for any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently
dangerous.
You are responsible for your own actions and decisions.
Before using this equipment, you must:
- Read and understand all instructions for use.
- Get specific training in its proper use.
- Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
- Understand and accept the risks involved.
Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in severe
injury or death.
Responsibility
WARNING, specific training is essential before use.
This product must only be used by competent and responsible
persons, or those placed under the direct and visual control of a
competent and responsible person.
Gaining an adequate apprenticeship in appropriate techniques and
methods of protection is your own responsibility.
You personally assume all risks and responsibilities for all damage,
injury or death which may occur during or following incorrect use
of our products in any manner whatsoever. If you are not able, or
not in a position to assume this responsibility or to take this risk,
do not use this equipment.
Verify the compatibility of this product with the other components of
your equipment (compatibility = good interaction when used together).
Compatibility between attachment point and connectors
An incompatible connection can cause accidental disconnection,
breakage, or affect the safety function of another piece of equipment.
WARNING, the attachment points of your harness can act as a lever on
the gate of a connector. When a sudden tension comes onto the rope
and/or an external pressure on the locking system, and the connector
is poorly positioned, the locking sleeve can break and the gate can
open itself.
To reduce this risk:
1. Verify that the gate is securely closed and locked by pressing it with
your hand.
2. Check that your connectors are properly positioned each time the
system is loaded (lanyard, descender, etc.).
3. Make sure your connectors are compatible with the attachment
points (shape, size, etc.). Remove any connectors that tend to remain
in an incorrect position.
Any equipment attached to your harness (anchors, locking connectors,
absorbers etc) must conform to EN standards.
Contact a Petzl distributor if you are uncertain about the compatibility
of your equipment.
Compatibility
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Before each use
Check the webbing at the attachment points,
at the adjustment buckles and at the safety
stitching.
Inspect the wear on the cordage loops: if any
red strands are visible, retire your harness.
Look for cuts in the webbing, wear and
damage due to use, to heat, and to contact
with chemical products... Be particularly
careful to check for cut threads.
Verify that the DoubleBack and FAST buckles
operate properly.
During each use
It is important to regularly inspect the
condition of the product. Check its
connections with the other equipment in the
system and make sure that the various pieces
of equipment in the system are correctly
positioned with respect to each other.
Consult the details of the inspection procedure
to be carried out for each item of PPE on the
Web at www.petzl.com/ppe or on the PETZL
PPE CD-ROM. Contact a PETZL distributor if
there is any doubt about the condition of this
product.
Inspection,
points to verify
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