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A GENERAL

Please read these instructions thoroughly before using this product and follow all the infor-

mation contained within. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to a reduction in the

protection this product provides.
Please note: mountain climbing and indoor climbing are high-risk sports which can involve

unforeseeable dangers. Your decisions and activities in this sport are your own responsibility.

Please familiarise yourself with all associated risks before attempting climbing of any sort.

SALEWA recommends that before attempting any climbing, you should obtain training and

advice from suitably qualified persons (for example mountain guides or climbing teachers). In

addition it is the user’s responsibility to keep himself or herself informed of the correct tech-

niques for carrying out safe rescue operations. The manufacturer bears no liability in the case

of any misuse or abuse of this product. Also check for the appropriate certification of all other

pieces of equipment.
The product may only be used by competent and experienced persons who understand the

information in the operating instructions and ensure its correct application or by people who are

directly supervised by competent and experienced users.
This product is made in conformity with PPE regulation (EU) 2016/425.
You can view the EU Declaration of Conformity under www.salewa.com.
The product meets the third category for personal protective equipment (PSA)

B INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Only use the product for the purpose for which it was constructed and never burden it beyond its

limits.

: Danger to life

: Risk of injury

: Correct use

The SALEWA MTN Spike is built to provide traction on any icy surface.
Fastening and Removing:
Always put on and remove the SALEWA Mtn Spike while seated. To fasten the SALEWA Mtn Spike,

place the tip of your boot into the front section of the crampon and adjust, so the toe guide wire

is sitting in front of the shoe, not on top or underneath the shoe.
The spikes must sit untangled and positioned well along the outer edge of your footwear under-

neath the ball of the foot. Pull the rubber back-tab toward the heel, and cover your footwear with

the rubber evenly positioned around the sides of your shoe.
Pass the rip and stick strap under and over the apposite side of the rubber to prevent slippage of

the crampon. Place one foot at a time to ensure balance, and start walking on a flat surface to

test that it is fitting well. lf the chains or rubber are loose, you may need to considera smaller size

for a tighter fit.
To remove the product, slide the back-tab off of the heel of the shoe, and slip the front of the foot

out of the front section of the crampon .
The SALEWA Mtn Spike is designed for autumn/winter speed hiking and running and is not made

for technical climbing. These are not mountaineering crampons .
Avoid using the SALEWA Mtn Spike on stairs, rocks, or river crossings. Use Mtn Spike in winter

snow and ice conditions. Use the SALEWA Mtn Spike with regular outdoor footwear, such as

runners, hiking boots and insulated boots.
Acceptable Usage Temperature: +37°C to -55°C

C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before each use, check over the product to ensure there is no damage, such as chains splitting

open or tears in the rubber. lf damage is found, discontinue use to prevent further damage and

potential injury.
Test product before each use for proper fit. Check positioning of front and rear spikes on the

outer sole of your footwear. AII spikes must fit within the outer edge of your footwear when fitted

properly.
High temperatures, sharp edges, and contact with chemicals (for example acids) must be

completely avoided.
If there is the least doubt about the safety of the product, it is to be replaced immediately.

D LIFESPAN

The lifespan of the product is dependent on a number of factors, such as the manner and

frequency of use, UV exposure, moisture, ice, affects of weather, storage conditions, and dirt

(sand, salt, etc.). Under extreme conditions the lifespan can be reduced to a single usage

or even less, if the equipment has suffered damage (for example during transport) before ever

being used. Please note: Products manufactured from synthetic fibres are subject to ageing even

when not used. This ageing depends mainly on environmental conditions as well as the impact

of UV light.
Indications of the product’s maximum lifespan:

Never: Correct storage

up to 10 years since production

Once or twice a year

up to 7 years

Once a month

up to 5 years

More times a month

up to 3 years

Every week

up to 1 year

Almost daily

Almost daily: up to 1/2 a year

E CLEANING, STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND SERVICING

Transport crampons using a sturdy bag so as to protect the spikes from damaging personal

belongings. Always position the spikes away from the body when transporting them.
After each use, clean thoroughly with fresh water, dry with a clean cloth and store in a cool, dry

place. To prevent rust, apply a thin coat of oil on the carbon steel plates, hinges and spikes by

simply wiping once with a cloth soaked with some oil.
Do not store close to sources of heat, or at extreme temperatures or subject to mechanical force

(with kinks, under compressive load, under tension) The product should NEVER come in contact

with corrosive chemicals such as battery acid, solvents, or chemical salts.
They can both negatively influence the materials’ mechanical properties.
If necessary (eg. contact with dirt or salted water), wash the product in lukewarm water and and

rinse with clear water (max. 30°). Make sure that the product does not come into contact with

chemicals. Leave to dry at room temperature.

F IDENTIFICATION LABELS

: Manufacturer’s brand

Mtn Spike:

Product name

xxAmmyy:

Information on traceability

xx:

Index (Reference to current drawing)

Production batch

(A = first batch of the production month)