Petzl VOLTIGE C60 Mode D'emploi page 3

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Important notice : Specific training is essential
before use
Read this notice carefully before use. This technical notice illustrates
ways of using this product. Only some types of misuse and forbidden
uses currently known are represented (shown in the crossed out
diagrams). Many other types of misuse exist, and it is impossible to
enumerate, or even imagine all of them. Only the techniques shown
in the diagrams and not crossed out are authorised. All other uses
are excluded : danger of death. In case of doubt or problem of
understanding, contact PETZL.
Activities at height are dangerous activities which may lead to
severe injury or even death. Gaining an adequate apprenticeship
in appropriate techniques and methods of safety is your own
responsibility.
You personally assume all risks and responsibilities for all damage,
injury or death which may occur during or following wrong use of
our products in any manner whatsoever. If you are not able, or not
in a position to assume this responsibility or to take this risk, do not
use this equipment.
Use
This product must only be used by competent and responsible
persons, or those placed under the direct and visual control of a
competent and responsible person.
Check that this product is compatible with the other components of
your equipment. To prolong the life of this product, care in use is
necessary. Avoid rubbing against abrasive surfaces or sharp edges.
Safety = verification
- To ensure the good maintenance of this product it is best to allocate
its use to a sole user.
- The user must put his equipment on and test it out
(walking, sitting, standing, plus in suspension) to ensure a
good fit and appropriate level of comfort for the intended use.
- It is important that the user checks buckles and other
fastenings regularly during use.
- Before and after each use it is necessary to check the condition
of webbing, ropes and stitching, including the less accessible areas.
Do not hesitate to scrap a product showing signs of wear
which might affect its strength, or limit its function.
- Any modification or repair outside our production facilities
is forbidden.
- It is up to the user to foresee situations requiring rescue in case of
difficulties encountered while using this product.
Major falls
Do not continue to use this product after a major fall (for example a
fall factor 1 with UIAA dynamic rope) : even though no visible signs
are possible, internal damage may have occurred, thus reducing its
strength and its margin of safety. Do not hesitate to contact PETZL
in case of doubt.
Cleaning, maintenance, storage
A dirty product should be cleaned, by hand or in a machine,
on a delicate material wash and rinsed in clean water (maximum
temperature 30° C). Then dried in a cool, ventilated, dark room. Grease
spots may be removed with trichlorethylene. Webbing which has been
wetted, then dried, shrinks very slightly.
Always carry and store a product in its bag. Despite its UV protection it
is recommended that this product is stored away from direct light, in a
well ventilated place away from extreme temperatures. Check that it is
not too crumpled or screwed up.
Chemicals
All chemical products, corrosive materials and solvents should be
regarded as harmful. If it is absolutely necessary, or if there is a risk of
contact with chemical products, please contact us, stating the precise
name of the chemicals concerned. After study we will give you an
appropriate reply.
Lifetime
After first use this product may have a life of 5 years, without taking
wear into account. However wear or damage could occur on the first
use which limits its life to that use. Shelf-life of this product in good
conditions is up to 5 years before first use.
In addition to checks before and after use, we recommend complete
inspection every 3 months (record sheet herewith). Check for :
- The fabric : cuts, tears, abrasion and damage caused
by use, heat, chemicals etc,
- The stitching : cut, torn, worn or loose threads,
- The buckles : proper functioning of the buckles.
Temperature
Use this product above a minimum of -40° C and below a maximum
of +80° C.
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Disinfection
If it is necessary to disinfect the product, use a disinfectant that is
compatible with polyamide, polyester, polycarbonate, PVC etc. Use in
a solution diluted with clean water at a maximum temperature of 20°
C. Allow to soak for an hour, then rinse in clean cold water. Dry slowly,
away from direct heat sources.
Petzl 3 year guarantee
This product is guaranteed for 3 years against any faults in materials
or manufacture. Limitations of the guarantee : normal wear and tear,
modifications or alterations and bad storage. Equally excluded from
the guarantee are damage due to accidents, to negligence, and uses
for which the product was not designed.
Note : Canyoning and caving increase the rate of wear considerably.
Petzl is not responsible for the consequences, direct, indirect or
accidental, or any other type of damage befalling or resulting from the
use of its products.
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