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CLUTCH
USER MANUAL
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EN
1. TRACEABILITY &
MARKINGS
(A) CE Mark and Number of the Body Controlling
Production of this Personal Protective Equipment.
(B) Mark and Information of NFPA Certification
Body. (C) Standard Markings. (D) Carefully Read
the Instructions for Use. (E) Model Identification.
(F) Individual Number. (G) Inspection Interval (Min-
imum 12 months). (H) Special Notice or Caution.
(I) Anti-panic Stop. (J) Anchor/Load End of Rope.
(K) Free End of Rope. (L) Handle Positions. (M)
Manufacturer’s Name & Contact Information.
2. FIELD OF
APPLICATION
These instructions explain the correct use of your
equipment. Only certain techniques and uses are
described. The warning symbols inform you of
some potential dangers related to the use of your
equipment, but it is impossible to describe them
all. Check cmcpro.com for updates and additional
information. You are responsible for heeding each
warning and using your equipment correctly. Any
misuse of this equipment will create additional
dangers. Contact CMC if you have any doubts or
difficulty understanding these instructions.
Field of Application
Multi-purpose device. This is not a single-use
device.
This equipment is personal protective equipment
(PPE) used for fall protection during work and
rescue. This product meets the requirements of
Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on personal protective
equipment, only when used as a type C rope
adjustment device (EN12841) and as a braking
device with manually assisted locking (EN 15151-
1). When used as a working line descender in
rope access systems (EN 12841/C), the device
prevents against limited falls from a height. When
used as a braking device with manually assisted
locking in mountaineering, climbing and related
activities (EN 15151-1 Type 8), the device protects
the user from falls from a height for example when
belaying. The Declaration of Conformity is available
at cmcpro.com.
Standards & Certifications
Rope Adjustment Device per EN 12841:2006
Type C
Rescue Descender per EN 341:2011 Type 2A
Belay and Rappel Device per EN 15151-1:2012
Type 8
Rescue Descender per ANSI Z359.4-2013
Pulley, Descender, Belay Device per NFPA 1983,
incorporated in the 2022 edition of NFPA 2500
Responsibility
WARNING: Activities involving the use of
this device are inherently dangerous. You are
responsible for your own actions, decisions
and safety.
Before using this device, you must
• Read and understand these user instructions
and warnings.
• Get specific training in its proper use.
• Familiarize yourself with its capabilities and
limitations.
• Understand and accept the risks involved.
• Have a rescue plan in place to deal with any
emergencies that could arise during use of the
device.
• Be medically fit for activities at height. Users
be capable to control their own security and any
possible emergency situations.
WARNING: Inert suspension in a harness can
result in serious injury or death.
Specific training in the activities defined in the field
of application is essential before use. This device
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 expertise 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 this device 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.
This device must not be loaded beyond its strength
rating, nor be used for any purpose other than that
for which it is designed.
This equipment does not need to be a personal
issue item.
3. NOMENCLATURE
(1) Moving Side Plate. (2) Side Plate Release
Latch. (3) Tension Rope Guide. (4) Sheave. (5)
Sheave Swing Arm. (6) Friction Shoe. (7) Becket.
(8) Control Handle. (9) Chassis. (10) Attachment
Eye. (11) Side Plate Lockout Screw Hole. (12) Side
Plate Lockout Screw. (13) Handle Positions: A.
Stop B. Stand By C. Release (Range). D. Anti-panic
Brake. (14) Rope Path: A. Tension Side (Load/
Anchor) B. Braking Side C. Brake Hand.
4. INSPECTION
POINTS TO VERIFY
The CLUTCH is controlled through CMC’s ISO
9001 approved quality processes, however it should
be thoroughly inspected before being placed in
service. The CLUTCH is also a robust product but
should still be inspected after each use to ensure
that damage did not occur. The CLUTCH does not
have a known time-limit to its useable lifespan.
CMC recommends a detailed inspection by a
competent person at least once every 12 months
(depending on current regulations in your country,
and your conditions of use). Record the date of the
inspection and the results using the equipment log
or the inspection forms available on CMC’s website
cmcpro.com/ppe-inspection/.
Before Each Use
• Perform a function test of the device by loading
it properly on the rope and ensuring that it holds a
test load without slipping on the rope as described
in this Manual.
• Verify the presence and legibility of the product
markings.
• Verify that the device has no cracks, deformation,
excessive wear, corrosion, etc.
• Check for the presence of dirt or foreign objects that
can affect or prevent normal operation (e.g. grit, sand,
pebbles, etc.).
• Move the Control Handle through its range of
motion.
• Move the Control Handle to the Stand By position
and check that the Sheave Swing Arm moves freely.
• Check that the Sheave is in good condition and
freely rotates only anti-clockwise.
• Check the Sheave for wear; when the wear
indicators are no longer visible, the holding capacity
of the device may be compromised. Refer to the
following page for details on the wear indicators.
Take extra precaution and consider retirement of
the device.
• Check the Side Plate for deformation or excessive
play; if the Side Plate can pass over the Chassis
(see diagram), discontinue use of the CLUTCH.
During Each Use
Make sure that all pieces of equipment in the
system are correctly positioned with respect to each
other. Regularly monitor the condition of the device
and its connections to other equipment in the
system. Do not allow anything to interfere with the
operation of the device or its components (Sheave,
Control Handle, etc.). Keep foreign objects out of
the device. To reduce the risk of a free fall keep
all slack out of the rope between the device and
the load/anchor.
WARNING : performance can vary depending on the
state of the rope (wear, mud, moisture, ice, etc).
Retirement
This equipment has an unlimited lifetime, how-
ever usage and exceptional events may require
retirement. Destroy retired equipment to prevent
further use.
A device must be retired when:
• It has been subjected to a major fall (or load).
• It fails to pass inspection.
It fails to hold a load without slipping on the rope.
• You have any doubt as to its condition or reliability.
• You do not know its full usage history.
• When it becomes obsolete due to changes in
legislation, standards, technique or incompatibility
with other equipment, etc.
WARNING: An exceptional event can lead you
to retire a device after only one use, depending
on the type and intensity of usage and the
environment of usage (harsh environments,
marine environment, sharp edges, extreme
temperatures, chemical products, etc.)
Carrying, Maintenance, Storage & Transport
Clean and dry this equipment after each use to
remove any dust, debris and moisture. Use clean
water to wash off any dirt or debris. Do not use a
pressure washer to clean the device. If device gets
wet, allow the device to air dry at temperatures
between 10° C and 30° C, keep away from direct
heat. During use, carrying, storage and transport,
keep the equipment away from acids, alkalis, rust
and strong chemicals. Do not expose the equipment
to flame or high temperatures. Store in a cool, dry
location. Do not store where the equipment may be
exposed to moist air, particularly where dissimilar
metals are stored together. Ensure that the equip-
ment is protected from external impact and keep
out of direct sunlight.
Repairs
All repair work shall be performed by the manu-
facturer. All other work or modifications void the
warranty and releases CMC from all liability and
responsibility as the manufacturer.
Note : It is essential for the safety of the user that if
the product is re-sold outside the original country of
destination, the reseller shall provide instructions for
use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and
for repair in the language of the country in which the
product is to be used.
5. COMPATIBILITY
Verify that this device is compatible with the other
elements of the system in your application (compat-
ible = good functional interaction).
WARNING: Danger may arise and functionality
may be compromised by combining other items
of equipment in conjunction with the CLUTCH
during use. The user assumes all responsibility
for any non-standard use of the device or the
components being used with the device.
Ropes
Use only the recommended diameters and types of
synthetic rope. The use of any other diameter/type
of rope changes the performance of the device,
especially the braking effectiveness.
WARNING: The stated diameter of ropes on the
market may have a tolerance of up to +/- 0.2
mm. Certain ropes may be slippery: new ropes,
small diameter ropes, wet or frozen ropes.
Braking effectiveness and ease of giving slack
can vary depending on the diameter, construc -
tion, wear and tear, and surface treatment of
the rope, as well as other variables such as
frozen, muddy, wet, dirty ropes, etc. At each
use, the user must familiarize him or herself
with the braking effect of the device on the rope
and ensure that the rope is in good condition.
Ensure that the braking side of the rope has a
stop knot or other termination. The device may
heat up during descent and damage the rope:
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