This product is a dynamic rope intended of use in climbing. it is capable of use as in a safety chain designed to hold a fall.
The rope must be protected against sharp edges, stone fall, iceaxes, crampons, anything which could cut the internal or external fibres of the rope
(Figure 1) Rubbing together of two ropes through karabiners or maillons includes heat which could result in rupture.
(Figure 2) Doubling the rope for abseiling or top roping from the base of a pitch must be through a karabiner or a maillon arpide.
-Not through slings
-Not over branches
-Not through the eye of a piton or hanger
Avoid over-rapid abseiling or lovering which could burn the rope and accelerate sheath wear. The melting temperature of polyamide is 230 c. This temperature may be attained during very rapid descent.
Do not switch the role of the carabiners. Reserve some exclusively for running the rope through, and use different ones for clipping anchors. The latter use may score the carabiner leading to deterioration of any rope running through it.
Before and during use, the possibility of rescue in case of difficulty must be consirned
Check that there are no burrs or snags on carabiners or descenders.
(Figure3) For abseils or top roping from the pitch base check that the rope is at least twice the pitch length. For greater safety knot the end of the rope.
During a climb it is necessary to take into account the effects of arresting a dynamic fall by using or placing protection points to prevent hitting the ground
The temperatuse in which the rope is stored or used must never exceed 80 celsius.
Figure 4) The recommended knot for tying-on is a well tightened figure of 8 loop
(Figure 5) To tie 2 ropes together in preparing an abseil, use a double fishermans knot or a tape knot or a figure 8 loop.
the various components of the safety chain (harness, karabiners, tape, slings, anchors, belaying devices, descenders) should comform to UIAA or EN standards. Select an appropriate belay device for use with thinner diameter ropes.
It is preferable to use a rope sack for transporting and for laying the rope out at the cliff to protect against dirt and reduce twisting
When affected by water or ice the rope comes much more sensitive to abrasio and loses strength: Redouble your precautions
Explanations of markings:
-CE : confornity to the European directive
-0120 : Number of Notified Body
-EN 892 : Technical reference
-Notified body for CE type-examination: APAVE Lyonnaise - BP 3 - 69811 TASSIN Cedex - france, no. 0082
CARE AND LIFETIME
The working life depends on the frequency and the type of use. The rope may be subject to irreparable damage during its first use.
(Figure 6) The mechanical demands, the abrasion, UV exposure and humidity gradually degrade the properties of the rope
Average length of life:
- intensive and daily use: 3 - 6 month
- use every week-end: 2 to 3 years
- occasional use : 4 - 5 years
(figure 7) The rope must be retired earlier:
- if it has held a major fall, approaching fall factor 2
- if inspection reveals or even indicates damage to the core
- if the sheath is i svery worn
-if it has been in contact with any active or dangerous chemicals
In any case, the actual working life of the rope should never exceed 5 years. The combined storage and usage lifetime must never exceed 10 years. Note that with use, rope thickens and thus loses (up to 5%) length.
(Figure 8)A rope must not be allowed contact with chemical agents, particularly acids, oils, or petrol, which may destry the fibers without evidence
<(Figure 9)Avoid unnecessary exposure to UV, store the rope in a cool, shaded place, away from dampness and direct heat.
(Figure 10) If the rope is dirty, it may be washed in clear cold water, if necessary with with a washing agent designed for delicate textiles, using a brush made with synthetic bristles
If the rope is wet, after use or or washing, leave to dry in a cool, shaded place
(Figure 11) After each use inspect the rope visually and manually along its entire length
The rope is personal equipment. During any use away from you it may be subject to grave damage, which could be invisible.
If a rope is cut into a number of lenbths, repeat and affix to each new end the markings of the original ends.
