General Information; Maintenance And Storage - Tractel Anchorage plate Gebrauchs- Und Wartungsanleitung

1 - Directive 89/686/CEE
1. - Information relating to CE certified Tractel products,
in compliance with the 89/686/CEE Directive.
All information and user instructions should be carefully
read and understood prior to using the product.
Caution: climbing, abseiling, "via ferrata", caving,
skiing, mountaineering, canyoning, exploration,
emergency rescue and working at height, are high
risk disciplines and can result in fatal accidents
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disciplines. Practice using these products and make
sure you fully understand how they work. If in any
doubt, do not take any risk, refer back to the
documentation. Do not forget that you are personally
responsible for making sure you are up to date on all
the relevant safety measures, and that you alone are
responsible for any risks taken, and for any damage,
injury or death that may occur to yourself or any third
party when using any of our products, irrespective of
what this may be. In the event that you are not in a
position to assume such responsibility or to take such
risks, avoid using this equipment.

2 - General information

2.1 - Before and after use, carry out all the checks
described in each product's specific "user instructions".
2.2 - If you have the slightest doubt concerning safety
conditions or the product's effectiveness, replace it
immediately. Never use a product after it has been
subjected to a fall, as internal damage or malformation
that is not obvious to the naked eye can seriously
affect its resistance. Incorrect usage, mechanical
deformation, the accidental dropping of an instrument,
contamination by chemicals, exposure to heat (100°C
max. for all metal products - 50°C max. for product
containing textile components), are just some of the
things that can reduce, restrict and even sometimes
eliminate the product's normal working life expectancy.
Caution: never leave your equipment in a vehicle in
direct sunlight!
2.3 - Every user is responsible for the correct use of
this product.
2.4 - This product can be used in combination with other
personal protection devices that comply with the
89/686/CE Directive , in compliance with the usage
instructions .
2.5 - The product is designed for use in weather
conditions capable of sustaining human life.
2.6 - Resistance of natural or otherwise rock anchor
points cannot necessarily be guaranteed. In order to
ensure the appropriate level of protection, a prior
critical evaluation by the user is therefore essential.
2.7 - The anchor point's position is vital in terms of
safely stopping a fall: carefully assess the height of the
drop, the length of the rope and the "pendulum" effect
in such a way as make sure each potential obstacle
is avoided: terrain, equipment rubbing, etc. ).
2.8 - Your life depends on your equipment and its
condition (wear, storage, checks, etc.). If you are not
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using your own equipment, we strongly recommend
that the before and after use checks are performed by
a qualified person. In all cases, we recommend that at
a minimum, a thorough check is made by a qualified
person each year. Record and keep the following
details: Batch number, date and place of purchase, date
first used and equipment check dates, user name and
any comments.
2.9 - Tractel will not assume any responsibility
whatsoever for damage, injuries or death due to
incorrect use, items that have been modified or repaired
by unauthorised personnel, or due to the use of non-
original replacement parts.
2.10 - No special precautions are required in term of
transportation Nonetheless, avoid any contact with
chemical agents or other corrosive substances and
provide effective protection for possible pointed or
cutting components.

3 - Maintenance and storage

No special maintenance, other than cleaning, is
required by the user.
3.1 - Cleaning: rinse the product frequently with warm
(40°C max.) fresh water, with the possible addition of
a little mild detergent (soft soap). Leave to dry naturally
away from direct heat.
3.2 - Lubrication : Frequently lubricate the moving
parts with a silicone based oil. Avoid getting oil onto
the textile components.This operation should be carried
out after the equipment has been fully cleaned and
dried.
3.4 - Storage : after cleaning, drying and lubricating,
store the parts in a dry, cool and shady location (avoid
U.V rays.), free of chemicals (salty environments must
be avoided at all costs), and far away from sharp
edges, heat sources, and protected from humidity,
corrosive substances or any other environment which
could be prejudicial. Never store products whilst still
damp!
4 - Tractel tests
All TRACTEL products are tested and inspected in
compliance with our quality system procedures.
Production of class III Individual Protection Equipment
(EPI) is controlled in compliance with article 11B of
Standard 89/686/CEE by a certified organization.
Beware: despite all our efforts, laboratory tests, testing,
usage methods and Standards do not always
reproduce the exact circumstances encountered in
the field. This is why the results obtained when the
product is used in actual conditions within a natural
environment can sometimes greatly vary. For this
reason, the best method of getting to know the product
is to constantly use it under the guidance of skilled,
experienced instructors.
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