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that are effective and safe. Length adjustment must be
made in a safe location that does not present a fall haz-
ard. To avoid a strangulation hazard, be sure to never
hold the head between two parallel lanyard branches or
sling sections. If the lanyard is used as an anchor device
to EN 795-B, it is recommended that date of next or last
inspection is marked. As an anchor device, the lanyard
should only be used for PPE and not for lifting equip-
ment. If the lanyard is used with an anchor device to EN
795, class C, the deflection of the horizontal, movable
guide must likewise be considered when determining the
clear height below the user. If the lanyard is used as
unique mean for working at height (e.g. aid climbing),
only anchor point according to EN 795 should be used.
1. NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS. A) Tie-in point. B) Con-
nector eyelets. C) Rope arm. D) Bartack with clear
shrinking tube for inspection.
2. USE LIMITATION. a) Min. breaking strength, b) Load
should always occur between the middle tie-in point and
the free end of an arm. c) When using a knot to tie-in, this
may reduce the breaking strength and is no longer com-
pliant with EN 354. D) Do not ring-load the stitched tie-in
point
3. INSTALLATION AND TESTING. a) Use direction-
al-connectors (EN 362 ) b) Only suitable with Switch Pro
Y-Static.
4. FALL ON THE DEVICE. Switch Pro (Y-)Static: The user
should always remain below the anchor point or this may
lead to severe injury or death due to high impact force.
5. CLIMATE REQUIREMENTS.
MAXIMUM DEFLECTION:
Switch Pro (Double): 8 %
Switch Pro (Y-) Static: 3,5 %
MATERIAL.
PA, PES
SERVICE LIFE AND REPLACEMENT
The service life of the product mainly depends on the
type and frequency of use as well as on external influenc-
es. When approaching the durability limits or at the end
of the maximum service life indicated, the product must
be removed from use. Products made of synthetic fibres
(Polyamide, Polyester, Dyneema
subject to some aging even if not used; their service life
especially depends on the intensity of the ultraviolet ra-
diation and other climatic conditions they are exposed
to. When approaching the durability limits or the end of
the maximum service life indicated, the product must be
removed from use.
Maximum service life
With optimum storage conditions and without use: 12
years.
Maximum lifetime in use
Providing proper use and no detectable sign of wear
showing as well as under optimum storage conditions:
10 years.
Frequent use or extremely high loading may substantially
reduce the useful life.
Therefore, before use, check the product for possible
damages and correct function. Remove the product from
service immediately if any of the following applies (list
non-exhaustive):
• if there are doubts concerning safe use;
• if the edges of webbing are damaged or if fibres have
been pulled from the webbing;
• if visible signs of abrasion show on seams;
• if the product has come in contact with chemicals;
• if a hard fall load has occurred;
• if the sheath is badly damaged (core is visible).
Inspection and documentation
In case of commercial use, the product must be inspect-
ed regularly or at least once a year by the manufacturer,
a qualified person or an approved inspection body/
agency; thereafter it may have to be serviced or removed
from use. Legibility of the markings has to be checked.
Such inspections and service must be documented for
each product. The following information must be record-
ed: Product identification and name, manufacturer's
name and contact details, unique identification, date of
manufacture, date of purchase, date of initial use, date of
next regular inspection, result of inspection, and signa-
ture of qualified person responsible. A suitable specimen
is found at www.edelrid.com
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