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: 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 your-
self 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 techniques 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.
This product is made in conformity with PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and with Regulation 2016/425 on
personal 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 category III 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
The correct use is shown in diagram B.
WARNING:
We have not shown all possible misuses.
„Class H“ Carabiners can be used for various types of belays. „Class K“ Carabiners have been developed
for the specific needs of via ferratas. Each Salewa carabiner is individually tested and complies to the EN
12275:2013 Norm. Connector cannot be opened when under load.
This product protects against the risk of falling during climbing and mountaineering.
You always have to make sure that the carabiner is properly connected to the belay system and that any external
bodies, such as small stones, do not hinder its correct closing.
WARNING:
If employing a Twist Lock carabiner, do not use the clove hitch knot to belay, under any cir-
cumstances. This knot may, in fact, cause this type of carabiner to open unwillingly, therefore leading to
possible falls.
C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before use, carefully check each product part. Diagram C
Double check all the components of this product for wear marks, chips, bends and corrosion, and replace if
needed. Make sure that the gate closes properly.
Carabiners are manufactured so as to be loaded lengthways. Every other direction of load will reduce the
supporting load. Especially avoid compressive load and any other pressure on the gate.
You should take into account that the gate may open during use due to inauspicious rope friction or vibra-
tions. Please double check regularly during use that the carabiner is still properly locked.
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.
Make sure that compatible and certified components are used. We recommend the sole employment of
mountaineering gear which complies to the relevant norms, for instance EN 892 for ropes.
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 man-
ner and frequency of use, UV exposure, moisture, 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.
The potential lifespan of metal products is unlimited, since the effective lifespan depends on the previously
mentioned factors. Salewa recommends the replacing of products after maximum ten years.
E CLEANING, STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND SERVICING
See diagram E for guidelines on correct storage and care.
Clean the products in dirt-free, lukewarm water, leave to dry at room temperature and lubricate the moving
parts if necessary.
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.
F IDENTIFICATION LABELS
:
Manufacturer’s brand
xxxxxx:
Product name
UIAA121:
This confirms that the product has been manufactured in accordance with the UIAA requirements
CE:
Confirms adherence to the Regulation (EU) 2016/425
2777:
Notified body performing the EU type examination (module B) / Notified body controlling the manufac-
turing (module D)
SATRA Technology Europe Ltd (N.B. 2777)
Bracetown Business Park, Clonee
Dublin D15 YN2P Ireland
2008:
Notified body performing the EU type examination (module B) / Notified body controlling the manufac-
turing (module C2)
Dolomiticert Scarl (N.B. 2008)
Z.I. Villanova 7/a
32012 Longarone (Belluno) Italy
0333:
Notified body controlling the manufacturing (module D)
AFNOR Certification (N.B. 0333)
11 rue Francis de Pressensè
93571 La Plaine Saint-Denis Cedex France
Notified body performing the EU type examination (module B)
0082:
APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS (N.B. 0082)
8 re Jean-Jacques Vernazza
Z.A.C. Saumaty-Séon - CS 60193
13322 Marseille Cedex 16 France
:
confirms adherence to the Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment as brought into UK
law and amended
0321:
Approved body performing the UK type examination (module B):
SATRA UK (A.B 0321)
SATRA Technology Centre,
Wyndham Way, Telford Way,
Kettering, Northamptonshire,
NN16 8SD,
United Kingdom
8503:
Approved body performing the UK type esamination (module B)/ Approved body controlling the manu-
facturing (module C2):
CertDolomiti LTD
17 Grosvenor Street, Mayfair,
London – W1K 4QG
United Kingdom
Number of inspecting autority 8503
Importer:
Oberalp UK LTD
Unit F1 – Intec - Parc Menai,
Bangor - Wales LL57 4FG
Made in xxxxx:
Country of origin
x:
Minimum breaking strength in kN; gate closed, major axis
x:
Minimum breaking strength in kN; gate closed, minor axis
x:
Minimum breaking strength in kN; gate open, major axis
:
Class H carabiner (HMS- carabiner)
:
Class K carabiner (Via ferratas carabiner)
xxA mmyy:
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)
:
Pictogramm indicating that the instructions for use must be read.
SALEWA - Oberalp S.P.A., - Via Waltraud Gebert Deeg Strasse 4, I-39100 Bozen - Italy:
Brand, name and
address of manufacturer
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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