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ENGLISH
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Do not use this product without having read carefully and under-
standing these technical instructions.
This device was designed to offer you the degree of safety expected
from personal protective equipment in accordance with the Europe-
an Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
SAFETYMEASURES AND WARNINGS
a) There are innumerable and even unimaginable possible modes of
use of this device. Only techniques shown in the figures that are
not crossed out are recommended and covered by the warranty.
b) This product must be used exclusively by adequately skilled
persons, otherwise the user must be constantly supervised
by trained personnel, who must guarantee for the safety. This
includes liability against damages, injuries and death incurred by
improper use or misuse of the equipment.
c) This product may be used combined with personal protective
equipment conforming to Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and compati-
bly with the relevant information.
d) In work at a height the foreman must ensure proper management
and planning (including risk assessment and rescue plan) of the
work being performed.
e) The lifetime of this product will be extended if it is used with care.
In particular, avoid rubbing against abrasive surfaces and/or
sharp edges.
f) The primary functions of SIR are progression along a working line,
positioning, restraint, anchoring and belaying. It may be necessary
to supplement arrangements with collective or personal means of
protection against falls from a height. When used in accordance
with EN 12841 type C it must always be used in conjunction with a
fall- arrest device on an independent safety line.
g) The braking action of the device and thus your safety may be
considerably reduced if the device or the rope is dirty, oily, muddy
or icy.
h) Prolonged use in salty environments (e.g. sea cliffs) may affect
the performance of the product.
i) Do not expose the device to significant heat or cold (see work
and stock temperature).
j) Avoid any contact with chemical reagents as they may affect the
performance of this product. Contact the producer if in doubt.
k) This device is not tested to work in explosive atmospheres.
l) Avoid descending into electrical, chemical, or thermal hazards. Do
not use equipment around moving machinery.