Safety Instructions - Salewa Ergo Belay Manual De Instrucciones

ENGLISh
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WARNING: In all these cases, the blocking func-
tion is deactivated. Notwithstanding, the tool
still functions as a belay device. Inform the
climber and lower him, as soon as you notice
these malfunctions. Pull the braking side of the
rope onto the emergency braking-area and put it
gently from the bottom in the device, with both
hands. Do not leave the braking side of the rope
until the climber has been released.
· Putting the brake hand over the belay device
while arresting a fall.
· While arresting a fall, the device is lifted on its
nose or cannot tilt easily in the braking position
if pushed on its back.
· The brake hand is not on the braking side of
the rope.
· While releasing the climber, the braking side of
the rope is not inserted from bottom to top in
the device, but pulled back onto the emergency
braking-area. The brake function is reduced this
way!
c SAFEtY INStRuctIONS
Before use, carefully check each product part.
Diagram C
Double check all the components of this prod-
uct for wear marks, chips, bends and corrosion,
and replace if needed. Make sure that the gate
closes properly.
Belay device: Double check especially the brake
studs for wear marks. Make sure that the rivet in
the brake stud is secure and properly anchored
to the case of the device.
The device needs to be checked constantly,
even during use, for any damage. You have to
be absolutely sure that the nothing obstructs
the brake function.
Carabiners: Carabiners are manufactured so as
to be loaded lengthways. Every other direc-
tion 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 fric-
tion or vibrations. Please double check regularly
during use that the carabiner is still properly
locked.
The instructions for use supplied with the prod-
uct 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.
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, 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
Ergo Belay System
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 StORAGE tRANSPORt AND cARE
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, sol-
vents) 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.
Using the device in case of humid, wet or ice
conditions does not compromise its function,
although it is not advisable to store and trans-
port the device under these conditions.
If necessary (contact with dirt, salted water or
other agents), clean the tool in clean, lukewarm
water and leave to dry at room temperature.
F IDENtIFIcAtION LABELS
Belay Device & Carabiner
: Name of supplier
ERGO: Product name
EN 15151-2: The standard with which the prod-
uct complies
: Pictogramm indicating that the direc-
tions must be read.
ø 8.6-11.0mm:the smallest and biggest rope
diameter allowed
: Explanatory note: side of the braking part
of the rope
: Explanatory note: side of the load rope with
the climber
xxAmmyy: Information on traceability
xx: Index (Reference to current drawing)
A: Production batch
mm: Month of manufacture (01 = January)
yy: Year of manufacture (13 = 2013)
HMS BELAY: Product name
121: The standard with which the product
complies
2008: Number of certifying body
DOLOMITICERT S.C.A.R.L., Z.I. Villanova, 32013
Longarone (BL), Italy
x: Longitudinal breaking load in kN
x: :Lateral breaking load in kN
x: Breaking load when open in kN
: Class H carabiner (HMS- carabiner)
Made in xxxxx: Country of origin