General Information - Kong Body futura Manual De Instrucciones

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1 - GENERAL INFORMATION

A) Users must read and perfectly understand the
information provided by the manufacturer (hereinafter
'information) before using the device. Warning: this
information relates to the characteristics, services,
assembly, disassembly,
disinfection, etc. of the device. Although it does include
some suggestions on how to use the device, it must not
be considered a true to life instruction manual the same as
an operating and maintenance handbook for a car does
not teach how to drive it and does not replace a driving
school). Warning: climbing rocks and ice, abseiling, via
ferrata, speleology, alpine skiing, canyoning, exploration,
rescue work, tree climbing and works at height are all
activities with a high degree of risk, which may lead to
accidents and even death. The user takes complete
responsibility for the risks deriving from these activities
and from using our device.
This device must be used only by individuals that have
been trained (and educated) in its use, or under the direct
control of instructors/supervisors who can guarantee their
safety.
B) Before and after using the device, the user must
perform all the inspections described in the specific
information and, in particular, must make sure that the
device is:
- in perfect condition and working well,
maintenance, conservation,
- suitable for use: only the techniques that are not
crossed out are permitted, any other use is considered
improper and therefore potentially dangerous.
C) If the user has the slightest doubt concerning the
efficiency of the device, it must be replaced immediately,
particularly after having used it to stop a fall. Improper
use, deformation, falls, wear, chemical contamination,
exposure to temperatures below -30°C or higher than
+50°C for the textile/plastic components/devices, and
+100°C for metal devices, are some examples of other
causes that may reduce, limit or end the life of the device.
We strongly suggest using the device personally in order
to continuously monitor the degree of protection and
efficiency.
D) This device can be used combined with personal
protective equipment that conforms to Directive 89/686/
EEC when compatible with the relevant information from
the manufacturer.
E) The anchoring position is essential for safely stopping
a fall: carefully assess the free height under the user
(clearance), height of a potential fall, rope paid out, the
stretch in any energy dissipaters or absorbers, the height
of the user and the "pendulum" effect in order to avoid all
possible problems (e.g. ground, material rubbing against
the rock face, abrasions, etc..).
F) Minimum resistance of anchoring points, on both
natural and artificial elements, must be 12 kN. The
assessment of those made on natural elements (rocks,
plants, etc.) is possible only empirically, and must
therefore be performed by a competent expert, while