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A GENERAL
Please read these instructions thoroughly before using this product and follow all the
information contained within. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to a reduc-
tion in the protection this product provides.
Please note: mountaineering and climbing are dangerous sports which may lead to
unforeseable risks. You are personally responsible for every action and decision you
take. You should acquaint yourself with the related risks before undertaking these
activities. SALEWA recommends that you seek proper training from professionals (such
as mountain guides or climbing schools) before any mountain-related activity. It is
important to become familiar with rescue operations and how they are carried out safely
and correctly. The manufacturer declines any responsibility in case of improper or wrong
use. Make sure all the components in your protection equipment are certified.
This product is made in conformity with PPE regulation (EU) 2016/425.
You can view the EU Declaration of Conformity under www.salewa.com.
The product meets the third category for personal protective equipment (PSA).
B INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Only use the product for the purpose for which it was constructed and never burden it
beyond its limits.
: Danger to life
: Risk of injury
: Correct use
Salewa ice picks were developed for traditional mountaineering on snowy or glacier-co-
vered terrain, for ski tours, and for ice climbing. They correspond to the standard EN
13089:2011+A1:2015.
This product protects against the risk of slipping and falling during the activities spe-
cified above.
The EU norm distinguishes between two types of ice pick: type 1 (basic-ice pick, for-
merly known as type B) ist designed for low impact on snow and ice. Type 2 (technical
ice pick, formerly known as type T) can tolerate higher impact and is thus also suitable
for use on the cliff face. The ice pick type 2 contains an engraving with „T". Type 2 is
not marked.
The correct use is shown in diagram B.
WARNING: We have not shown all possible misuses.
C SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before use, carefully check each product part. Diagram C
The instructions for use supplied with the product are always to be stored with the prod-
uct. This product is only to be used by appropriately trained and/or competent persons,
or when the user is under the direct supervision of such a qualified person.
Please make sure that all components being used are compatible. We recommend the
exclusive use of climbing equipment which complies with the relevant standards, for
example: EN 892 for ropes, EN12275 for carabiners.
WARNING
·If there is the least doubt about the safety of the product, it is to be replaced imme-
diately.
·Any change to this product can reduce safety significantly.
D LIFESPAN
The lifespan of the product is dependent on a number of factors, such as the manner
and frequency of use, UV exposure, moisture, ice, affects of weather, storage conditions,
and dirt (sand, salt, etc.). Under extreme conditions the lifespan can be reduced to a
single usage or even less, if the equipment has suffered damage (for example during
transport) before ever being used. Please note: Products manufactured from synthetic
fibres are subject to ageing even when not used. This ageing depends mainly on envi-
ronmental conditions as well as the impact of UV light.
This product is built to last a maximum of ten years. Banging the ice pick against the
rock or wedging/jamming it into cracks will reduce its longevity.
E CLEANING, STORAGE, TRANSPORT AND SERVICING
See diagram E for guidelines on correct storage and care.
Do not allow this product to come into contact with aggressive chemicals (e. g. battery
acid, solvents) or expose it to extreme temperatures as these events can have a nega-
tive impact on the mechanical features of the materials.
Ensure that the product is kept safe during storage and transport and is protected from
damage.
File the front edge of the tip of the ice pick at the original angle until the lower side of the
tip lies at the same level as the teeth behind it, and no more. If, as a result of being filed
several times already, the lower edge of the point is already higher than the teeth behind
it, the ice pick will no longer hold in the ice and the blade of the pick should be replaced.
When they are worn out, replace them exclusively with new original components from
Salewa.
Depending on the type of ice axe the blade, spike, handrest and leash can be exchanged.
Please refer to the corresponding images in Figure E.
F IDENTIFICATION LABELS
: Manufacturer's brand
XXXX: Product name
:
This confirms that the product has been manufactured in accordance with the UIAA
norm.
CE: Confirms adherence to the Ordinance (EU) 2016/425
CE2008: Number of certifying body
Certified by: DOLOMITICERT S.C.A.R.L., Z.I. Villanova, 32013 Longarone (BL), Italy
xxAmmyy: Information on traceability
xx: Index (Reference to current drawing)
A: Production batch
(A = first batch of the production month)
mm: Month of manufacture (01 = January)
yy: Year of manufacture (13 = 2013)
:
Pictogram indicating that the directions must be read.
SALEWA - Oberalp S.P.A., - Via Waltraud Gebert Deeg Strasse 4, I-39100 Bozen - Italy:
Brand, name and address of manufacturer
