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Only the techniques shown in the diagrams that are not crossed out and/or do not
display a skull and crossbones symbol are authorized. Check our Web site regularly
to find the latest versions of these documents: www.petzl.com
Contact PETZL if you have any doubt or difficulty understanding these documents.
WARNING
This product is designed to be incorporated into military usage
and practice. These military uses are specific to each army. You
must therefore do your own risk analysis and supplementary tests
necessary for your activity. Starting with the identified risks, you
should give the technical information and define training suitable to
these specific military uses.
1. Field of application
Harness for helicopter operations
Helicopter descent and extraction during military operations.
This equipment is personal protective equipment (PPE).
This product must not be loaded beyond its strength rating, nor be used for any
purpose other than that for which it is designed.
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently dangerous.
You are responsible for your own actions and decisions.
Before using this equipment, you must:
- Read and understand all instructions for use.
- Get specific training in its proper use.
- Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
- Understand and accept the risks involved.
Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in severe injury or
death.
Responsibility
WARNING, specific training in the activities defined in the field of application is
essential before use.
This product 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 apprenticeship 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 our products 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.
2. Nomenclature of parts
(1) Two sternal rope loops (marked A/2 on the product) constituting the sternal
attachment point, (1 bis) Dorsal attachment point, (2) Shoulder straps, (2bis) Shoulder
strap equipment loops, (3) Elastic keeper, (4) Velcro keeper for dorsal extender,
(5) Leg loop foam, (6) DoubleBack adjustment buckles, (7) FAST quick buckles,
(8) Equipment loops, (9) Bag attachment point.
Principal materials
Nylon and polyester (harness), steel (adjustment buckles, attachment points).
3. Inspection, points to verify
Before each use
Check the webbing, the attachment loops, the adjustment buckles and the safety
stitching.
Look for cuts in the webbing, wear and damage due to use, to heat, and to contact
with chemical products, etc. Be particularly careful to check for cut threads.
Verify that the DoubleBack and FAST buckles operate properly.
During each use
It is important to regularly inspect the condition of the product. Make sure that all
pieces of equipment are properly connected and positioned with respect to each
other.
Consult the details of the inspection procedure to be carried out for each item of PPE
on the Web at www.petzl.com
4. Compatibility
Verify the compatibility of this product with the other elements of your equipment
(compatibility = good functional interaction).
Any equipment attached to your harness must conform to applicable standards and
regulations.
Compatibility between attachment point and connectors
WARNING, the attachment points of your harness can act as a lever on the gate
of a connector if the connector is poorly positioned on the attachment point. In this
configuration, in case of a sudden tension on the rope and/or a shock load, the
locking sleeve can break and the gate can open itself.
To avoid this, use a multidirectional EN 362 connector (DELTA or OMNI).
5. How to put the harness on
Open the leg loop buckles and, holding the shoulder straps, put on the harness like
a vest.
5A. Fasten and adjust the leg loops.
Fasten the FAST buckles. Be careful of foreign bodies which can impede the
operation of the FAST buckles (such as pebbles, sand, clothing...). Check for correct
locking.
Stow the excess webbing neatly using the strap keepers (flat).
5B. Adjust the shoulder straps.
Stow the excess webbing (neatly) using the strap retainer on the shoulder strap.
5C. Close the harness.
ALWAYS join the two sternal rope loops with a multidirectional EN 362 closure
connector, for example the DELTA (P11-8BN) or OMNI.
Adjustment and suspension test
Your harness must be adjusted to fit snugly to reduce the risk of injury in case of a
fall.
You must move around and hang in the harness (suspension test) from each sternal
and dorsal attachment point - with your equipment - to verify that the harness fits
properly, provides adequate comfort for the intended use and that it is optimally
adjusted.
6. Descent
Sternal attachment point
Attach your descender to your closing connector with a locking carabiner.
Tip: In case of use with a bulletproof vest, use an extender (SAP 27 cm: L37 27N
lanyard), attached to your closing connector with a lark's head.
7. Lift evacuation
Dorsal attachment point
Use an extender (62 cm SAP lanyard: L37 62N), attached to your dorsal attachment
point with a lark's head.
Stow the extender under the Velcro keepers on the shoulder straps.
Warning, if the evacuation lasts longer than 5 minutes, move about and/or straighten
up to stimulate blood circulation (risk of suspension trauma).
8. Fall arrest
8A. Sternal attachment point
8B. Dorsal attachment point
These points (marked with the letter 'A') are used to attach a fall arrest system:
- Either in conjunction with a mobile fall arrester on a rope, an energy absorber...
(systems described by the EN 363 standard).
- Or in conjunction with a rope. For the sternal attachment point, connect the
two sternal rope loops with a figure-eight knot.
Clearance: amount of free space below the user
The clearance below the user must be sufficient to prevent the user from striking
any obstacle in case of a fall. Specific details on calculating clearance are found
in the technical notices for the other components (energy absorbers, mobile fall
arrester, etc.).
C73 NEWTON FAST SAP
9. Equipment loops and the bag attachment
point
- Equipment loops: They must only be used for equipment.
WARNING DANGER, never use equipment loops for belaying, rappelling, tying-in, or
anchoring a person.
- Bag attachment point: use a twisted webbing sling (C40V 60N) to attach your bag.
10. Information regarding standards
Rescue plan
You must have a rescue plan and the means to rapidly implement it in case of
difficulties encountered while using this equipment.
Anchorages
The anchor point of the system should preferably be located above the user's
position and must conform to the requirements of the EN 795 standard, in particular
the minimum strength of the anchor must be 10 kN.
Various
- When using multiple pieces of equipment together, a dangerous situation can result
if the safety function of one piece of equipment is affected by the safety function of
another piece of equipment.
- WARNING DANGER, take care that your products do not rub against abrasive or
sharp surfaces.
- Users must be medically fit for activities at height.
- You must verify the suitability of this equipment for use in your application with
regard to applicable governmental regulations and other standards on occupational
safety.
- The instructions for use for each item of equipment used in conjunction with this
product must be respected.
- The instructions for use must be provided to users of this equipment in the
language of the country in which the product is to be used.
11. Petzl general information
Lifetime / When to retire your equipment
For Petzl's plastic and textile products, the maximum lifetime is 10 years from the
date of manufacture. It is indefinite for metallic products.
ATTENTION: an exceptional event can lead you to retire a product 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.).
A product must be retired when:
- It is over 10 years old and made of plastic or textiles.
- It has been subjected to a major fall (or load).
- It fails to pass inspection. You have any doubt as to its 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.
Destroy retired equipment to prevent further use.
Product inspection
In addition to the inspection before each use, an in-depth inspection must be carried
out by a competent inspector. The frequency of the in-depth inspection must be
governed by applicable legislation, and the type and the intensity of use. Petzl
recommends an inspection at least once every 12 months.
To help maintain product traceability, do not remove any markings or labels.
Inspection results should be recorded on a form with the following details: type of
equipment, model, manufacturer contact information, serial number or individual
number, date of manufacture, date of purchase, date of first use, date of next
periodic inspection, problems, comments, the name and signature of the inspector.
See an example at www.petzl.fr/ppe or on the Petzl PPE CD-ROM.
Storage, transport
Store the product in a dry place away from exposure to UV, chemicals, extreme
temperatures, etc. Clean and dry the product if necessary.
Modifications, repairs
Modifications and repairs outside of Petzl facilities are prohibited (except replacement
parts).
3-year guarantee
Against all material or manufacturing defect. Exclusions: normal wear and tear,
oxidation, modifications or alterations, incorrect storage, poor maintenance,
negligence, uses for which this product is not designed.
Responsibility
PETZL is not responsible for the consequences, direct, indirect or accidental, or any
other type of damage befalling or resulting from the use of its products.
Traceability and markings
a. Body controlling the manufacture of this PPE
b. Notified body that carried out the CE type inspection
c. Traceability: datamatrix = product reference + individual number
d. Diameter
e. Individual number
f. Year of manufacture
g. Day of manufacture
h. Control
i. Incrementation
j. Standards
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