General; Use - TEUFELBERGER Chameleon Manuel

GENERAL / USE
WARNING
This product may be utilized only by persons
trained in its safe use and having the relevant
knowledge and skills, or under the direct supervisi-
on of such persons. Whenever possible, the equip-
ment should be provided personally to the user. It
may be used only within the specified limited scope
of use and for the defined purpose.
Prior to using this product, read this document
thoroughly, make sure you understand the in-
structions for use, and keep them with the pro-
duct, together with the Inspection Sheet! Keep
instructions for future reference. In addition, check
national safety regulations regarding personal pro-
tective equipment (PPE) use for local requirements.
The product accompanied by this set of instructions
is type-examined, CE-marked to state conformity
with the European regulation (EU) 2016/425 on
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and meets the
European standard(s) given on the product label.
The product does however not comply with any
other standards unless explicitly stated.
If the system is sold or passed on to another user,
the instructions for use must accompany the equip-
ment. If the system is transferred to another coun-
try, it is the responsibility of the seller/previous user
to ensure that the instructions for use are in the
correct language for that country.
TEUFELBERGER is not responsible for any direct,
indirect, or incidental consequences/damage oc-
curring during or after the use of the product and
resulting from any improper use, especially caused
by incorrect assembly of the equipment.
Edition 04/2020, Art. no.: 6800501
EXPLANATION OF THE MARKING
Product name
A xxx Type, diameter in mm, (example: A 10.5 =
Type A rope, 10.5 mm diameter)
EN 1891:1998 Standard for low stretch kernmantle
ropes
Batch-No.: unique job (production) number
Length: only for customized ropes: length of rope
in [m]
Year – yy/mm year/month of manufacture – for
customized ropes, followed by the serial number of
WARNING
The use of our products can be dangerous. Our products may only be used for their intended purpose. They
must particularly not be used for lifting as specified in EU directive 2006/42/EC. The customer is responsi-
ble that the user has been trained in the safe use of the product and in accompanying safety precautions.
Be aware of the fact that the product can cause damage if wrongly used, stored, cleaned or overloaded.
Check national safety regulations, industry recommendations and standards for local requirements.
TEUFELBERGER and 拖飞宝
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the customization
CE 0408 The CE mark certifies compliance with the
fundamental requirements of regulation
(EU) 2016/425. The number identifies the
testing institute (e.g., 0408 for TÜV Aus-
tria Services GmbH, Deutschstrasse 10,
A-1230 Vienna, Austria).
Manufacturer
Information that the Instructions for use
have to be read.
The European standard symbols for washing and
care instructions of textiles are used.
Sections of the low stretch kernmantel ropes must
be marked at both ends with outer strips stating:
Type (A or B), diameter in mm, number of the stan-
dard (EN 1891), year of manufacture (at least the
last two digits), manufacturer, batch no.

USE

Ropes to EN 1891 are for use in systems to EN 341
(descender devices), EN 358 (positioning systems)
or EN 363 (fall arrest systems), i.e. for various types
of rope-assisted work. Please bear in mind that
new, unused ropes may have a very smooth and
even slippery surface. When using them in combina-
tion with devices, be sure to observe the respective
manufacturer's information for the device.
IMPORTANT! High friction of the rope on a metal
part (e.g. in excessively fast abseiling procedures)
or of the rope on a rope or other textile material
may cause overheating, damage to, and even ruptu-
ring of the rope.
End connections for Chameleon 10,5mm,
Chameleon 11mm Fides III 9.6 mm, Fides III 10.5
mm, Fides III 11 mm, Patron 10 mm, Patron PLUS
10 mm, Patron 10.5 mm, Patron PLUS 10,5 mm,
Patron 11 mm, Patron PLUS 11 mm, Tutor XG 12
mm , Patron 11 mm treeACCESS, Patron 12 mm are
supplied by us sewn or attached by means of figure
of eight knots, all further ropes attached by means
of figure of eight knots. If you wish to make the
end connections yourself, we recommend the
use of figure of eight knots.
A sufficiently long rope end (10cm min.) must re-
main after the knot.
Form the figure 8 knot correctly as shown below!