Specific techniques and skills must be learnt before using this product.
This product should only be used by competent persons, or else the user must be
supervised by a competent person.
The owner of this product is responsible for their own actions and decisions, as well as
for transmitting these recommendations to third parties.
The equipment must not be used beyond its limits, or in any situation other than as
provided.
Falls: Warning
This product should not be used after a fall resulting in the tearing of the shock
absorber. It should be immediately disposed of. Repeated sudden tensioning or small
falls may cause tearing to begin. Immediately return the product to have the absorber
replaced if tearing has begun.
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① Use temperature
The use and storage temperature range should be between - 10 and +50 °C.
② Label : It is forbidden to cut off the marking or identification labels.
③ Precautions for use
Avoid any rubbing on abrasive or sharp areas which may damage the product. Avoid
contact with chemical products, notably acids which can damage lanyard fibres without
any visible effect.
④ Cleaning the lanyards
Clean with a soft brush. Do not use water.
⑤ Drying
Tout équipement humide doit être séché dans un endroit sec et aéré à distance de
toute source de chaleur directe. Un équipement humide ou qui a subi l'action du gel a
des caractéristiques techniques réduites.
⑥ Stockage et transport
Stocker et transporter dans un endroit frais et sec, à l'ombre. Eviter l'exposition inutile
aux UV. Stocker et transporter sans contraindre mécaniquement le produit.
Stocker dans un endroit ventilé.
⑦ Maintenance – modification – Repair
This product must be thoroughly check annually by an authorized professional with a
prior written certification form SARL DEHONDT or to the manufacturer. It is forbidden
to modify or repair this product yourself without prior training and written authorisation
from SARL DEHONDT. Make sure that the product markings are readable upon each
periodical inspection !
Cleaning the connectors
In order to remove dust inside the connectors, use an air gun (maximum pressure: 6
bars).
To ensure a smooth operation without seizing and protecting the moisture system,
spray BALLISTOL lubricant inside the mechanism on on a regular basis (depending on
use frequency & work environment)
Important informations
Performance during technical inspections:
Static resistance of the product, major axis, locking pin closed : 20 kN
Protection Class : 3. Risk of fatal fall.
Life expectancy
Life expectancy corresponds to the storage time before use + time in use.
Storage time: in proper storage conditions, this product may be stored for 5 years
before first use without affecting its lifetime in use.
Maximal lifetime in use: 10 years (for regular use)
These lifetimes are purely indicative. Periodical inspections determine if the product
should be scrapped.
In the event of a fall or important damage, the product should be pulled out immediately
and sent back to the manufacturer for detailed inspection and possible repair. An
incident report should be attached to the product for the manufacturer.
No modification to the equipment or to any addition to the equipment may be made
without prior written consent by SARL DEHONDT. All repairs must be carried out in
accordance with SARL DEHONDT's operating methods.
Garantie
This product is guaranteed for 2 years against any material or production defects.
The following are excluded from the guarantee: normal wear, modifications and
alterations, incorrect storage or maintenance, and damage due to accidents,
negligence or improper use. The guarantee is void in case of:
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Dismantling and reassembly of the product by unauthorized persons
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Resale to a third party without prior written agreement of the manufacturer
•
Use of spare parts not supplied by the manufacturer.
Liability
DEHONDT SARL is not liable for any direct, indirect or accidental consequences or
any other type of damage occurring or due to the use of its products. DEHONDT
SARL does not accept any liability if the storage, transport, use, maintenance and
cleaning instructions are not obeyed. If this product is resold as new in another
country, the present instructions should be translated into the language of the
destination country.
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