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Only the techniques
shown in the
diagrams that are not
crossed out and/or do
Rope access descent.
EN 12841 type C rope adjuster.
not display a skull and
Evacuating one or more persons.
crossbones symbol
are authorized. Check
EN 341: 1997 type A rescue descender.
our Web site regularly
Belaying
to find the latest
This product must not be loaded beyond its strength
rating, nor be used for any purpose other than that
versions of these
documents:
for which it is designed.
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WARNING
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Activities involving the use of this equipment are
if you have any
inherently dangerous.
doubt or difficulty
You are responsible for your own actions and
understanding these
decisions.
documents.
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
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Nomenclature of parts
(1) Moving side plate,
E
(2) Friction plate, (3) Hinge,
C
C
(4) Cam, (5) Anti-error catch,
1
(6) Fixed side plate, (7) Handle,
(8) Horizontal movement
button.
2
D
D
3
4
A
Terminology
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6
7
Brake hand
8
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Inspection, points to verify
ATTENTION
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Working principle
When the rope becomes taut (suspension or fall), the I'D pivots on the carabiner (1)
and the cam pinches and brakes the rope (2). By holding the braking side of the rope,
the brake hand helps engage the cam.
technical notice I'D L 2
Field of application
E
E
C
C
9
E
10
C
1
2
D
D
D
B
B
3
B
4
A
A
A
5
6
7
Braking
8
side of the
rope
Before each use
- Verify that it is free of
any cracks, deformation,
corrosion, etc.
- Make sure the cam is not
worn out; when the cam
groove becomes worn
all the way to the wear
indicator, discontinue use
of the I'D (see diagram).
- Check the moving side
plate for deformation
or excessive play: if the
side plate can pass over
the head of the cam axle,
discontinue use of the I'D
(see diagram).
- Check the locking
components (hinge)
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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
E
Handle positions:
E
(a) Transport,
C
(b) Work positioning,
(c) Descent,
(d) Panic brake,
(e) Belaying.
D
B
B
B
A
A
Principal materials:
aluminum alloy (side
plates), stainless steel
(cam), chrome-plated
steel (anti-error catch),
nylon (handle).
and the operation of the
springs in the cam and the
anti-error catch. Verify that
the cam is fully mobile.
- Verify that the horizontal
movement button springs
back out after it is pressed
(position c).
During each use
Make sure that all pieces
of equipment in the
system are correctly
positioned with respect to
each other.
It is important to regularly
monitor the condition
of the product and its
connections to the other
equipment in the system.
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.
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Do not allow anything
For all of your applications, verify
to interfere with the
the compatibility of this product with
operation of the device
the other elements of your system
or its components (cam,
(compatibility = good functional
catch, etc.). Keep foreign
interaction).
objects out of the I'D.
Ropes
To reduce the risk of a
WARNING, certain ropes may be
free fall, the rope between
slippery: new ropes, small diameter
the rope adjuster and
ropes, wet or frozen ropes, etc.
the anchor must always
Contact Petzl if you are uncertain
be taut.
about the compatibility of your
Consult the details of the
equipment.
inspection procedure to
be carried out for each
item of PPE on the Web at
www.petzl.com/ppe
Contact PETZL if there
is any doubt about the
condition of this product.
D205000n (230914)
Compatibility
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