General Informations - RAUMER MINI TOP Manual De Información

install the Hang Fix – Art. 122, use a Ø 8 drill bit. The depth of the hole should be at least 5
mm longer than the total length of the Fix. Drill the hole with the appropriate diameter
and depth (the hole must be at least 5 mm longer than the total Hang Fix length you
intend to insert and perpendicular to the wall on which you want to fix it).
Clean the hole from the powder, blowing inside it with the help of a little tube.
At this point it is necessary to proceed to fix the Mini Top. After mounting the Hang Fix on
the Mini Top you have to put the Hang Fix into the hole that you've made; hit with the
hammer on the head of the threaded fix and introduce it until when the Mini top is tight
to the rock. Orient the anchor in the direction of the load that will be applied and then,
with a hex wrench fix the nut, operating a suitable torque, observing the estabilished
torque.
Open the locking ring, insert the rope (with te correct knot) and COMPLETELY CLOSE THE
LOCKING RING BEFORE USING. See the attached datasheet for details.
Attention!!!
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When using A Mini top, always make sure the bolt is made of the same
material and that the diameter is compatible.
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These devices are resistant to corrosion according with standards (excellent
resistance to corrosion in the interior zones, but not excellent in seaside
areas or in marine environtment - see general information/lifetime ) .
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The installation must be tested in an appropriate manner, for example by
calculation or test.
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The installer must be a responsible person or organization, who has received
an appropriate training.
Caution: These devices are corrosion-resistant according to the regulations, but are not
suitable for use in the marine environment.
Resistence
Our products comply with the requirements of EN 959:2007 – see attached technical data
sheet.
They are also comply with the requirements of UIAA 123-2.
Please note that the company Raumer disclaims any responsibility in case of improper
installation and/or use in inappropriate rocks or inappropriate environments or use of
Mini Top with inappropriate dowels. Precautions for use
Attention: after a fall or a major impact, check:
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the rock around the anchor: there must be no cracks;
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the anchor: observe it visually and check that there are no cracks,
deformation, and
verify that the anchor is not rotated or moved;
If you're in doubt replace it.
Use only if the external temperature is between -40 ° and + 50 ° C.
For safety purposes, it's essential to systems of arrest fall from a heigh, that the anchor
point is always placed, if possible, above the user; you use a complete safety belt; fixing is
performed so as to minimize potential falls and their height.
The position is essential for safely blocking a fall: carefully verify what will be the height of
the fall, length of rope and "pendulum" effect to avoid all possible obstacles (es. The
ground, rubbing against the rocks, etc.). Get used to always double systems, during your
activities, for extra security.
Always make sure that connectors inserted in their anchorage are free to move and
position in the right direction of load application.
COMPLEMENTARY STANDARDS INFORMATIONS
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provide for a rescue plan and define the means to act quickly in case of
difficulties (It means to be trained to apply the appropriate rescue
Mini Top
techniques).
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allow a sufficient height under the user so, in case of fall, do not collide with
obstacles (remember that also the length of the carabiner can affect on the
height of the fall).
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check to use the product with respect to government regulations and the
safety regulations in force.
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respect all the instructions of use given in the general informations of each
device used or associated with this product.
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to the user of these devices must be provided all the instructions of use; the
retailers must deliver the device with these instructions, in the language of
the country of use, when It's sold out of the first country of destination.
It's a user responsibility to record and store with these instructions, the information
provided in the inspection sheet.

GENERAL INFORMATIONS

Life time
The potential life time of the Raumer's products is undefined (it is advisable to replace
them anyway after 10 years).
It is known that equipment may degrade progressively when it is used, so the actual life
time of the products can not be quantified precisely, but occurs when the product
becomes obsolete in the system or when it meets one of elimination.
The lifetime is also reduced considerably by the conditions and intensity of use: heavy
use, contact with chemicals substances, use near sea water or splashing water (in this
case we recommend the use our "Marine" anchors line, which are much more resistant to
corrosion of salt), high temperatures, abrasions or cuts, damage to parts/components of
the product, chemical environments, mud, sand, snow, ice, competence of the user,
violent shocks , storage, are some of the factors that accelerating product wear.
Warning: the duration may be limited to only one use in specific conditions (contact with
acids, dangerous chemicals products, if the product suffers sharp falls or tensions, etc ...
this list is not exhaustive). If It's installed in a marine environment or other potentially
corrosive environments, it would be better to use materials with high corrosion resistance
(see our line "marine"); despite this, we invites the installer to monitor and inspect the
anchors at regular intervals to check their status.
Attention: anchors installed in marine areas, on rocks containing ferrous inclusions or
other minerals of not certain nature, in some cases may suffer violent corrosive attacks
that can compromise its use even in very short time!
Elimination
Do not use the product:
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after a violent fall, since no visible deformations could be considerably
impaired resistance;
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if the result of the check is not satisfactory;
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when you do not know the entire history of its use and when it becomes
obsolete and you have the slightest doubt about its reliability;
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general wear of the Mini Top and/or significant reduction of the section in
correspondence with the carabiner;
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if there're cracks, wear or defects;
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when corrosion severely alters the surface condition.
Destroy retired equipment to prevent further use.
Product obsolescence
The product may be judged obsolete and thus retired from service, when they occur, for
example, incompatibility with other equipment, changes in applicable standards, etc ...
Chemical products
All chemicals, solvents or corrosive substances can be very dangerous for these items. If
there's a chance to come in contact with these substances contact directly Raumer
indicating composition and exact name of the product, so we can respond properly after
studying the case.
Changes and repairs
Modifications and/or repairs not authorized by the company Raumer are prohibited
because they can reduce product performance. Repairs or modifications must be carried
out inside the department production of Raumer Srl and not outside.
Warranty
This product has a 3-year warranty, against every defects in manufacturing or material.
The guarantee excludes oxidation, normal wear and tear, modifications or alterations,
incorrect storage, damage due to accidents, incorrect storage, negligence and improper
use.
Transport
It does not need any special precautions for transportation, however avoid contact with
chemical reagents or other corrosive substances and adequately protect from any pointed
objects or sharp.
Maintenance and storage
The user should not perform any special maintenance, but should be limited to the
cleaning of the product as explained below.
Cleaning: frequently rinse the product only with lukewarm fresh water (max 40°C). Leave
it to dry naturally away from direct heat. Do not put the product in contact with corrosive
substances or solvents; do not store at extreme temperatures;
Storage: after cleaning and drying, store the equipments in a dry, cool, dark place (avoid
UV rays), chemically neutral place (absolutely avoid saline environments), away from
sharp edges, heat, humidity, corrosive substances or other potentially harmful conditions.
Caution: Do not store when wet! Improper storage, as well as the aging of the product,
may damage it and impair its performance and safety.
Testing and conformity
This product is tested by the Notified Body n°2008 - DOLOMITICERT S.C.A.R.L.Z.I., Via
Villanova – Longarone (BL).
This product is also tested and complies UIAA 123-2: Quality Label of the International
Climbing and Mountaineering Federation.
Attention: laboratory tests, the instructions for use and standards are not always able to
reproduce the practice, so the results obtained in real conditions of use in natural
environments may sometimes differ to a considerable degree. The best instructions can
be had from continuous use under the supervision of qualified and prepared instructors.