A GENERAL
Please read these instructions thoroughly before using this product and follow all the information contained
within. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to a reduction in the protection this product provides.
Please note: mountaineering and climbing are dangerous sports which may lead to unforeseable risks. You are
personally responsible for every action and decision you take. You should acquaint yourself with the related
risks before undertaking these activities. SALEWA recommends that you seek proper training from profes-
sionals (such as mountain guides or climbing schools) before any mountain-related activity. It is important to
become familiar with rescue operations and how they are carried out safely and correctly. The manufacturer
declines any responsibility in case of improper or wrong use. Make sure all the components in your protection
equipment are certified.
This product is made in conformity with PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and with Regulation 2016/425 on per-
sonal protective equipment as brought into UK law and amended. You can view the EU and UKCA Declaration
of Conformity under www.salewa.com.
The product meets the third category for personal protective equipment (PPE).
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
Salewa ice picks were developed for traditional mountaineering on snowy or glacier-covered terrain, for ski
tours, and for ice climbing. They correspond to the standard EN 13089:2011+A1:2015.
This product protects against the risk of slipping and falling during the activities specified above.
The EU norm distinguishes between two types of ice pick: type 1 (basic-ice pick, formerly known as type B) ist
designed for low impact on snow and ice. Type 2 (technical ice pick, formerly known as type T) can tolerate
higher impact and is thus also suitable for use on the cliff face. The ice pick type 2 contains an engraving with
„T“. Type 1 is not marked.
The correct use is shown in diagram B.
WARNING:
We have not shown all possible misuses.
C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before use, carefully check each product part. Diagram C
The instructions for use supplied with the product are always to be stored with the product. This product is only
to be used by appropriately trained and/or competent persons, or when the user is under the direct supervision
of such a qualified person.
Please make sure that all components being used are compatible. We recommend the exclusive use of
climbing equipment which complies with the relevant standards, for example: EN 892 for ropes, EN12275 for
carabiners.
WARNING
·If there is the least doubt about the safety of the product, it is to be replaced immediately.
·Any change to this product can reduce safety significantly.
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.
This product is built to last a maximum of ten years. Banging the ice pick against the rock or wedging/jamming
it into cracks will reduce its longevity.
E CLEANING, STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND SERVICING
See diagram E for guidelines on correct storage and care.
Do not allow this product to come into contact with aggressive chemicals (e. g. battery acid, solvents) or
expose it to extreme temperatures as these events can have a negative impact on the mechanical features
of the materials.
Ensure that the product is kept safe during storage and transport and is protected from damage.
File the front edge of the tip of the ice pick at the original angle until the lower side of the tip lies at the same
level as the teeth behind it, and no more. If, as a result of being filed several times already, the lower edge of
the point is already higher than the teeth behind it, the ice pick will no longer hold in the ice and the blade of
the pick should be replaced.
Depending on the type of ice axe the blade, spike, handrest and leash can be exchanged.
When they are worn out, replace them exclusively with new original components from Salewa.
Please refer to the corresponding images in Figure E.
F IDENTIFICATION LABELS
: Manufacturer’s brand
XXXX:
Product name
: This confirms that the product has been manufactured in accordance with the UIAA norm.
CE:
Confirms adherence to the Regulation (EU) 2016/425
CE2008:
Notified body performing the EU type examination (module B) / Notified body controlling the manu-
facturing (module C2):
Dolomiticert Scarl (N.B. 2008)
Z.I. Villanova 7/a
32012 Longarone (Belluno) Italy
:
confirms adherence to the Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment as brought into UK
law and amended
8503:
Approved body performing the UK type examination (Module B) / Approved body controlling the manu-
facturing (Module C2):
CertDolomiti LTD
17 Grosvenor Street, Mayfair,
London – W1K 4QG
United Kingdom
:
Shows that 1752 Handrest for Ice Axe and 1758 Alpine Handrest can be used with this product
:
Shows that 1755 Handloop Ice Axe can be used with this product.
Made in xxxxx:
Country of origin
Material:
description of material
xxAmmyy:
Information on traceability
xx:
Index (Reference to current drawing)
A:
Production batch (A = first batch of the production month)
mm:
Month of manufacture (01 = January)
yy:
Year of manufacture (13 = 2013)
PATENTED:
patented
: Pictogram indicating that the directions must be read.
SALEWA - Oberalp S.P.A., - Via Waltraud Gebert Deeg Strasse 4, I-39100 Bozen - Italy:
Brand, name and address
of manufacturer
Importer:
Oberalp UK LTD
Unit F1 – Intec - Parc Menai,
Bangor - Wales LL57 4FG
United Kingdom
G GUARANTEE
Salewa - Oberalp S.P.A. guarantees all of its products from new against defects in workmanship or
materials, unless the product has been worn out, misused or abused as determined by our examination.
This guarantee is in addition to your statutory rights which remain unaffected. Salewa - Oberalp S.P.A. reserves
the right to modify without notice the design and specifications of products described in these instructions. All
weights, dimensions and sizing specifications where quoted are nominal.
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