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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.
1. Field of application
This equipment is personal protective equipment.
EN 892: 2005 dynamic rope (sheath + core), (single or half rope for climbing
and mountaineering).
Single rope: rope designed for belaying the leader on one strand.
Half rope: rope designed for belaying the leader on two strands.
This product must not be loaded beyond its strength rating, nor be used for
any purpose other than that for which it is designed.
Ropes are personal protective equipment for ensuring the safety of
individuals, do not use them for hauling loads (due to the risk of damaging
them).
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. You should know
WARNING: new ropes are slippery and may reduce the performance of belay/
rappel devices, as well as your ability to grip the rope. Use a tighter grip on
the braking side of the rope.
Rope lifetime:
Avoid descending too fast on a rope as this burns the sheath and
accelerates wear. During very rapid descents, a rappel device can become
hot enough (230 °C) to melt the nylon fibers of the rope.
Avoid twisting
Pack your rope in a bag without coiling it to reduce twisting.
Marking
If you cut a rope into several lengths, you must mark each end with the proper
end-markings. We strongly recommend marking the new length on the rope
ends. The new lengths of rope must each be furnished with a copy of the
technical notice.
Shock load
During a fall, a rope that is dusty, sandy, or wet can develop a greater shock
load.
The shock force increases with the amount of wear on the rope.
History
Do not use a rope whose history you do not know as it may have been
subjected to major falls and sustained invisible damage.
3. Nomenclature of parts
(1) Core, (2) Sheath of the rope, (3) Middle mark.
Marking
(4) Informative sticker at each end of the rope.
Principal materials
Nylon.
4. Inspection, points to verify
Before each use
Visually inspect the entire length of the rope. Make sure there are no burns,
nicks, tears, cut or frayed threads, etc.
Check it in 30 cm intervals, turning the rope to get a complete inspection.
Using your fingers, check if the core is damaged or cut inside the sheath (soft
spots, breaks, loose strands). Invisible internal wear can be caused by flexing,
or repetitive loading (stretching), phenomena that are aggravated by moisture
or by an accumulation of solid particles.
During each use
It is important to regularly inspect the condition of the product.
Consult the details of the inspection procedure to be carried out for each item
of PPE on the Web at www.petzl.com/ppe or on the PETZL PPE CD-ROM.
Contact PETZL if there is any doubt about the condition of this product.
5. Compatibility
Verify that this product is compatible with the other elements of the system in
your application (compatible = good functional interaction).
WARNING, a new rope is very slippery.
Make sure that your rope is compatible with the devices used on it (refer to
the technical notices for these other products).
It may be necessary to use a specific belay/rappel device with small-diameter
ropes.
Any equipment attached to your rope (anchors, locking carabiners...) must
conform to applicable standards.
Verify there are no burrs or sharp edges on the carabiners and other devices
(risk of damaging your rope).
An incompatibility can cause accidental disconnection, breakage, or affect the
safety function of another piece of equipment.
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Dynamic rope
R005000C (181208)
6. Precautions for use
6A. Attaching the rope to a harness
Tie-in to the attachment loop or tie-in point of the harness as directed by the
harness manufacturer's instructions for use.
The recommended knot is a well-tightened figure-8 knot with a minimum of
10 cm of excess tail.
6B. Rappelling or top-roping
Verify that the rope is long enough and always make a knot in the end of the
rope (see drawing).
6C. Joining two ropes for a rappel.
It is recommended to make a well-tightened knot with a minimum of 20 cm of
excess tail (overhand bend, flemish bend, or double fisherman's bend).
6D. Dynamic elongation
Take into account the dynamic elongation of the rope (approximately 30 %) to
avoid a fall to the ground.
6E. WARNING DANGER:
- Two ropes rubbing together or a rope rubbing on a sling generates heat that
can result in breakage of the rope or sling.
- Avoid all contact with sharp edges or abrasive surfaces. Protect your rope
(PROTEC).
- Chemical agents (vapors, acids, oils, gasoline, etc.) can destroy the rope's
fibers. Protect your rope.
- A wet or icy rope is weaker and less abrasion resistant.
You must have a rescue plan and the means to rapidly implement it in case of
difficulties encountered while using this equipment.
7. Performance of dynamic ropes
Explanation of standard tests:
Fall factor f
Ratio between the length of a fall and the length of rope that arrests the fall.
Shock load F
Shock force on the person during a fall and transmitted to the fall-arrest
system (anchor, carabiner, rope, etc.).
The dynamic performance values given are obtained during a fall of factor
1.77 with a mass of 80 kg for a single rope, and 55 kg on one strand of a
half rope.
Number of falls
Number of factor 1.77 falls held by the rope (80 kg for single rope and 55 kg
for half ropes).
8. Petzl general information
Lifetime / When to retire your equipment
For Petzl 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, 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, 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.
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