Petzl EXPRESS C40-11 Manual Del Usuario página 3

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Important notice : Specific training is
essential before use
Read this notice carefully before use.
This technical notice illustrates ways of using
this product. Only some types of misuse and
forbidden uses currently known are represented
(shown in the crossed out diagrams).
Many other types of misuse exist, and it is
impossible to enumerate, or even imagine all
of them. Only the techniques shown in the
diagrams and not crossed out are authorised.
All other uses are excluded : danger of death.
In case of doubt or problem of understanding,
contact PETZL.
Activities at height are dangerous activities
which may lead to severe injury or even
death. Gaining an adequate apprenticeship in
appropriate techniques and methods of safety is
your own responsibility.
You personally assume all risks and
responsibilities for all damage, injury or death
which may occur during or following wrong 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.
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. Check that this product is
compatible with the other components of your
equipment. To prolong the life of this product,
care in use is necessary. Avoid rubbing against
abrasive surfaces or sharp edges.
Safety = verification
- To ensure the good maintenance of this product
it is best to allocate its use to a sole user.
- Before and after each use it is necessary
to check the condition of webbing, ropes and
stitching, including the less accessible areas.
Do not hesitate to scrap a product showing
signs of wear which might affect its strength,
or limit its function.
- Any modification or repair outside our
production facilities is forbidden.
- It is up to the user to foresee situations
requiring rescue in case of difficulties
encountered while using this product.
Major falls
Do not continue to use this product after a
major fall (for example a fall factor 1 with UIAA
dynamic rope) : even though no visible signs are
possible, internal damage may have occurred,
thus reducing its strength and its margin of
safety. Do not hesitate to contact PETZL in case
of doubt.
Cleaning, maintenance, storage
A dirty product should be cleaned, by hand
or in a machine, on a delicate material
wash and rinsed in clean water (maximum
temperature 30° C). Then dried in a cool,
ventilated, dark room. Grease spots may be
removed with trichlorethylene.
Despite its UV protection it is recommended that
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this product is stored away from direct light, in
a well ventilated place away from all extremes of
temperature. Check that it is not too crumpled or
screwed up.
Chemicals
All chemical products, corrosive materials and
solvents should be regarded as harmful.
If it is absolutely necessary, or if there is a risk
of contact with chemical products, please contact
us, stating the precise name of the chemicals
concerned. After study we will give you an
appropriate reply.
Lifetime
After first use this product may have a
life of 3 years, without taking wear into
account. However wear or damage could occur
on the first use which limits its life to
that use. Shelf-life of this product in good
conditions is up to 5 years before first use.
In addition to checks before and after use,
we recommend complete inspection every
3 months. Check for :
- The fabric : cuts, tears, abrasion and
damage caused by use, heat, chemicals etc,
- The stitching : cut, torn, worn or loose threads.
Average lifetime : 6 months heavy use,
12 months normal use, 3 years occasional use.
Temperature
Use this product above a minimum of -40° C and
below a maximum of +80° C.
Disinfection
If it is necessary to disinfect the product, use
a disinfectant that is compatible with polyamide,
polyester, polycarbonate, PVC etc. Use in a
solution diluted with clean water at a maximum
temperature of 20° C. Allow to soak for an hour,
then rinse in clean cold water. Dry slowly, away
from direct heat sources.
Petzl 3 year guarantee
This product is guaranteed for 3 years
against any faults in materials or manufacture.
Limitations of the guarantee : normal wear
and tear, modifications or alterations and bad
storage. Equally excluded from the guarantee are
damage due to accidents, to negligence, and
uses for which the product was not designed.
Note : Canyoning and caving increase the rate
of wear considerably.
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.