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 WARNING!

Both reinforced front attachment points shall always be used together when 

connected for use at height or in life safety situations.

 WARNING!

PMI is not responsible or liable in any way for damages of any kind, injury or death 

resulting from direct or indirect incidents related to the use of its products.

 WARNING!

This harness is intended for climbing, caving, rescue, and related activities 

at height. It should be used with compatible life safety equipment and by a 

person with sufficient knowledge of its proper use. The information in these 

instructions is not a substitute for the training and experience necessary to use 

the harness safely.

 WARNING!

The PMI® Pit Viper Caving Harness is fitted with Double Back buckles ensuring 

no-slip performance when properly rigged. If not used properly, the buckle will 

not hold and can result in injury or death. Inspect the buckle on receipt and 

before use to ensure that it is functioning properly. 

See Diagram A

 for proper 

buckle threading.

 WARNING!

Harness should not be used near moving machinery, electrical hazards, sharp 

edges, or abrasive surfaces without proper additional safety measures in place. 

All webbing tails should be properly secured before use.

 WARNING!

The front attachment points are for attaching to full strength connections that 

are designed to support life-safety loads.

 WARNING!

The accessory loop on the side of the harness is designed to attach equipment 

only and should NEVER be used for life safety applications such as belaying, 

anchoring a person, or tying in to a life safety system.

 WARNING!

The user must have a rescue plan prepared and the means available to 

implement it while wearing this harness.

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For more information about this or other 

PMI products, please contact us at:

PIGEON MOUNTAIN INDUSTRIES

PO Box 803

LaFayette, GA 30728, USA
706-764-1437

1-800-282-ROPE (7673)
[email protected]

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EQUIPMENT INSPECTION LOG

Date 

   Use/Maintenance  

 Comments  

             Name

Item 

 Model# 

 Date of Manufacture 

Date in service 

 Size 

 Lot/Serial# 

SG51038- Standard

SG51046- Large- Extra Large

User Instructions

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

WARNINGS

WARNINGS 

SPECIFICATIONS

FEATURES

 WARNING!

ABOUT YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

• The various cases of wrong use shown in this notice are not exhaustive, there 

are innumerable wrong uses possible; it is not feasible to show them all.   

• The use of “second-hand” equipment is strongly discouraged.

• You are responsible for your own safety and decisions while using this product.

• Before using this product you must thoroughly read and understand all 

manufacturer’s instructions.

• Activities involving the use of this product are inherently dangerous; you 

must understand and accept the risks involved.

• Special training and knowledge are required for the use of this product.

• Failure to follow these stated warnings may result in serious injury or death.

• Keep these Manufacturer’s Instructions, all product labels and the Equipment 

Inspection Log WITH the equipment so that any potential user can read them 

prior to use and make entries after use.

• Please contact PMI at 706-764-1437 to answer any additional questions 

regarding safety and use of this equipment.

SIZE:

 Standard 

WAIST: 

27”- 39” LEG: 20”- 26” 

COLOR:

 Red

WEIGHT:

 1 lbs (454 g)

PRODUCT #

: SG51038 

MATERIALS

: Nylon 

SIZE:

 Large - Extra Large 

WAIST: 

32”- 55” LEG: 24”- 30” 

COLOR:

 Red

WEIGHT:

 1.06 lbs (476 g)

PRODUCT #

: SG51046 

MATERIALS

: Nylon 

This caving harness features a low profile and very low frontal attachment 

point, making it an excellent choice for cave exploration or cave rescue. 

Designed to work with the Frog chest harness, or other appropriate chest 

harnesses used in SRT climbing systems.

V2-0616

• Adjustable waist and leg loops.

• Abrasion guards over the backs of each leg loop.

• Accessory loops that provides a convenient attachment point for clipping 

carabiners and other equipment.

• Two reinforced front attachment points must always be used together, 

and never individually.  For optimum performance, connect the 

two points using a 10mm Delta Screw Link (Tri-Link). Never use a 

non-locking connector.

• Double Back buckles. See “DIAGRAM A” for proper buckle threading.

• Made in the USA.

• A properly fastened Double 

Back buckle.

DIAGRAM A

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