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The ART recommendation:
Cleaning and oiling the metal components, in particular the moving parts and their bearings, using neutral oil such as Ballistol ensures smooth-running
functionality and a lasting good appearance.
Local safety assessment:
A safety assessment must be performed of the climbing object and its surroundings before deploying this device and the entire equipment. Any hazards
determined must be consistently eliminated. All factors required for any necessary rescue action must be determined:
- special features at the location;
- telephones available for an emergency call;
- local regulations and designations as well as access paths;
- qualifications and knowledge of the climbing team in the areas of climbing techniques, operational procedures, rescue and first aid;
- presence and availability of necessary equipment and technology;
- at least one second trained climber must be visible and within earshot at all times.
Climatic factors:
All ART equipment may only be deployed at ambient temperatures of -30° C to +40°C. This applies for reasons of personalprotection alone. Care must be
taken in particular during frost that all movable metal parts (e.g. clamping mechanism) remain free from ice and snow. Under some circumstances repeated
functional tests may be necessary. Every climbing action must be analysed critically in the case of special weather conditions such as heavy rainfall, strong
wind or approaching storms, and should be abandoned if necessary.
Warning
This device fundamentally serves personal protection only. The attachment point (tree, part of a building, girder, scaffolding etc.) for the rope
system must demonstrate a minimum load capacity of 12 kN. Following professional ascension and application of a correct short safety line the attachment
device must be placed such that it is permanently positioned above the climber. Climbing must also take place with a taut rope in order to minimise the
risk of free falls.
Contamination/storage:
If soiled, all parts of this equipment can be cleaned at temperatures of up to 40° C using water and a neutral soap. After washing all textile components
(insofar as these exist) must be carefully rinsed with clear water. This device should be hung up to dry in a shaded and well ventilated place. The equipment
may not be dried on heated surfaces such as radiators or near a fire. Contamination of the metal parts from tree resin can best be removed by rubbing with
butter. This device must not be exposed to any damaging influences like sources of heat above 55°C, fire, flying sparks, caustic substances, acids (car
batteries and their fumes), fuels, oils etc., during use, transportation or storage. Care must be taken that there is suitable packaging during transportation
(bag).
• Applies for the following devices (Cocoon 5, LockJack Sport, RopeGuide 2010, RopeGuide TwinLine, SnakeAnchor, SnakeTail, SpiderJack 2.1 and
SpiderJack 3):
Rescue:
Rescue operations with the present product are allowed. The maximal total weight of rescuer and victim is 250 kg (550 lbs). Once the victim is
securely connected to the rescuer and its climbing system, the victim's climbing system can be disengaged if needed. Rescue exercises has to be done with
a separate safety system.
• Applies for the following devices (RopeGuide 2010 and RopeGuide TwinLine):
Especialness:
The shock absorber (ZIP-Absorber) of a Ropeguide TwinLine reduces the shock-load of a vertical fall (factor 1) of 1 meter with a weight of
100 kg to below 6 kN, also in using with static ropes.
assumption that it produces a guarantee of injury-free falls. For example, obstructions in the fall area as well as an unfavourable body posture when the
fall is intercepted may precipitate considerable injuries.
device fundamentally serves personal protection only. The attachment point (tree, part of a building, girder, scaffolding etc.) for the rope system must
demonstrate a minimum load capacity of 12 kN. Following professional ascension and application of a correct short safety line the attachment device must
be placed such that it is permanently positioned above the climber. Climbing must also take place with a taut rope in order to minimise the risk of free falls.
• Applies for the following devices (SnakeTail und Twister):
Product-specific information:
When using a lanyard (fall arrest system) please be aware that lanyards including energy absorbers and connectors may not
exceed a total maximum length of 2.0 m. Lanyards may not be attached using knots, shortened or lengthened.The lanyard may only be attached to a reliable
anchor point, a fall arrest harness or other components of the fall arrest system. If the lanyard is supplied without karabiners and without energy absorbers,
please note the following: A lanyard without energy absorbers according to EN 355 may not be used in a fall arrest system, connectors (karabiners) for
lanyards according to EN 354 must comply with EN 362. Prior to using a fall arrest system, please ensure that the necessary free space in the work area
(unobstructed height) of 7 m underneath the user is provided for. Lanyards without energy absorbers are used as restraint systems for work positioning.
The range of motion of the user should be limited so that there is no possibility of him/her entering a fall risk area!
General information on choosing an anchor point and safety:
All adjustable parts must be checked regularly during use.
for belay purposes must always be as vertical as possible above the person to be belayed. The lanyard from the anchor point to the person secured should
always be kept as taut as possible. Slack ropes must be avoided! The anchor point must be designed in such a way that, when fixing the PPE, no effects can
occur which reduce the stability and it is not damaged during use. Sharp edges, ridges and crushing can seriously impair the stability. These should be
covered, where necessary, using suitable auxiliary equipment. The anchor point and the anchoring must be able to withstand the expected loads in a
worst-case scenario. Even when using shock absorbers (according to EN 355) the anchor points should be designed for catching forces of at least 12 kN,
also see EN 795.
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Caution!
The shock absorption serves to increase passive safety and may under no account lead to the
Warning!
No energy absorbing lanyard is released in the case of oscillating falls on a taut rope. This
Anchor point:
In order to avoid high loads and swinging falls in the event of a fall, anchor points
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