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INSPECTIONS
Use of this product without checking for possible damage may result in serious accidents or death.
Always perform a visual and functional inspection of this product before and after each use.
If you are not sure that this product can still be used safely, do not use it.
The inspection by Irudek or an authorised partner is only valid under the condition that:
• The components of this product have not been modified
• Textile parts have not been contaminated with chemicals.
• This product has not been exposed to temperatures below -40°C or above +65°C.
• Metal parts have not fallen to the ground from more than 2 metres.
FUNCTIONAL INSPECTION
• Check the metal parts (carabiner, housing) for damage.
• Check if the nuts and bolts are tightened.
• Check the rope for cracks or other visible or palpable damage.
• Check if the rope moves smoothly. Pull slowly on both ends of the rope, one after the other. If you feel a slight resistance,
the product is working.
• Check the flywheel brakes. Pull both ends of the rope quickly, one after the other. The rope should slide smoothly without
audible mechanical noises.
REGULAR INSPECTIONS
After a fall, this product must be sent to Irudek for inspection. Do not forget to give us all the necessary information (where and
how this product has been damaged). The results must be recorded in the inspection protocol. Always keep the inspection
protocol and instructions for use with the product. The frequency of inspections depends on the intensity of use and may
vary depending on the conditions and environment in which this product is used. If this product is subjected to increased
use, it may need to be inspected more than once a year.
This product must be inspected at least once a year, but in any case after the maximum descent distance by Irudek or an
authorised partner. Please note the operated distances in the protocol of use. If this product is used as emergency equipment,
it has to be inspected by Irudek. After a maximum of 10 years the textile components have to be replaced. The packaging has
to be checked regularly and, if damaged, the packaging and the product have to be sent to Irudek.
Observe the operating distances in the usage protocol. If this product is used as emergency equipment, it has to be inspected
by Irudek. After a maximum of 10 years the textile components must be replaced. The packaging has to be checked regularly
and, if damaged, the packaging and the product have to be sent to Irudek.
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