"Rocker" should be used as part of a system
conforming to or in accordance with any specific
recognised International Standard or industry Best
Practice. Any anchorage point should conform with
EN795 or be in accordance with ANSI Z359 (07), or
any other specific recognised International
Standard, or non-engineered anchorage point
capable of withstanding appropriate loads. It is
recommended that any anchor point be above the
user and that the viability of any installation should
be verified by a suitably qualified person. Extreme
care should be taken when using this product near
harmful chemicals, moving machinery, electrical
hazards and near sharp edges and abrasive surfaces.
Wet and icy conditions may cause the rope to
become slippery. Extra care should be taken when
using this product under these conditions.
All friction brakes create heat which can damage
rope if a fall has taken place, not only check the
"Rocker" but also the rope at the point of contact.
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
Immediately before, during and after use make
visual inspections of the product to ensure that it is
in a serviceable condition and is operating correctly.
In addition to these visual inspection a thorough
examination should be carried out by a competent
person at least every six months. Extreme
temperatures and the effects of chemicals, rust,
cuts and abrasions could affect the performance of
the equipment. The product should be withdrawn
from use immediately should any doubt arise about
its condition for safe use or if it has been used to
arrest a fall and not used again until confirmed in
writing by a competent person that it is safe to do
so. If required repair or replacement of parts should
only be carried out by the manufacturer or its
recognised repair agent. The life of this product
depends on its use, care and maintenance but may
be longer than 5 years. If it has prolonged use in a
hostile environment e.g. dusty/sandy/muddy
conditions the inspection intervals should be
shortened and the life of the product may be
reduced.
CLEANING
The product may be cleaned regularly (or after
every use in a marine environment) with a mild
detergent. Afterwards the product should be
allowed to dry naturally. Moving parts may be oiled
regularly with a light oil. Make sure that lubricants
do not come into contact with parts that rely on
friction with rope and/or with textile components.
STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION
The product should be stored in a clean, dry
environment free from corrosive or chemical
substances and away from all sources of direct
heat. Care should be taken to protect the product
against damage during transportation.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
International Safety Components Ltd. herewith
declares that this article is in conformity with the
essential requirements and the relevant provisions
of EU regulation 2016/425.
The original Declaration of Conformity can be
downloaded at the following site on the internet:
http://www.edelrid.de/...