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building several anchors for the descent, etc.) should be taken.
There is no limit to the number of descents or the height of the descent. In case of a rescue though, there is an
exception. Please see the downloadable rescue tutorial on taz3d.fr.
WARNING:
When used as a fall arrest device, the falling distance should be calculated:
> Firstly, because the LOV2 device can slide before locking, for up to 2 m when used correctly.
> Secondly, because the elasticity of the rope will depend on the length that separates the LOV2 device from
the anchor point above.
ADDITIONAL GENERAL INFORMATION
Life Cycle, Retirement:
For each use, perform the checks described in Chapter Inspections, Checking Points. The device must also be
checked by a competent inspector at least every twelve months (annual inspection); the inspector should fill in
the identification sheet available in the annex, or a copy, with the model and its identification details. (Device
number, purchase date, year of manufacture, date of the first use, exceptional events, history of inspections,
etc.) According to the intensity of the use, and factors such as ambient conditions or regulations, the inspection
frequency may increase.
The device must be retired if it is subjected to exceptional circumstances, overloaded or dynamically loaded
(a force over 300kg, fall arrest), used inadequately (disregarding the above-mentioned chapters), if falling
from height to the ground, etc.
The device must be retired if it presents any signs of damages, cracks or other degradation. (See Inspections,
Checking Points)
If you do not know the complete history of the tool or if you have doubts regarding its efficiency, stop using
the device and retire it.
If the use of the device becomes obsolete (due changes in legislation, technical regulations or due to incom-
patibility with other devices, etc.), retire the device.
The equipment must imperatively be retired 30 years after its manufacture date.
In order to avoid any future reuse, the retirement needs to be performed by means of a destruction tool.
All modifications, part changes, and repairs are forbidden outside the TAZ workshops.
STORAGE, TRANSPORT, USAGE
The device should never be exposed to extreme temperatures. (more than 49°C or less than -20°C)
The device must never come in contact with chemical products, particularly acids and solvents. The device
should be retired even if there is the smallest doubt regarding its operational safety.
If you need to clean it, rinse the equipment with clean water. Air dry the equipment, away from any direct
heat sources.
Store the equipment in a dry place, away from UV rays, and chemical products.
The rotation axle of the mobile sheave can be lubricated gently. Proceed cautiously to avoid contaminating the
ropes. (Rope contamination and locking function failure can occur.)
The contractual warranty is valid for three years, and applies to parts and workmanship of the metallic parts
exclusively for any manufacturing defects; the warranty excludes normal wear, inappropriate use, as well as
damages caused by accidents, negligence and any usage outside the scope of the intended use of the product.
TAZ will not be held liable for any direct, indirect, or accidental consequences, nor for any other types of da-
mages that occur or result from the use of the device.
TRACEABILITY AND MARKINGS
and their respective keys.
See diagrams E and F
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CHAPTER 2: EN 15 151-1:2012
Mountaineering and Rock-Climbing Equipment Braking devices with a hand-assisted locking function,
type 6: belaying and descending devices with no anti-panic locking element
FIELD OF APPLICATION: Belaying and Descending Device.
LOV2, a self-locking descender was designed and manufactured for rope progress. The current intended use
consists of descending and belaying.
REGULATORY INFORMATION: The device is compliant with EN 15 151-1 :2012 and with partially static
ropes which are compliant with EN 1891:1998 Class A, with a diameter of 10≤Ø≤11mm, and with dynamic
ropes which are compliant with EN 892:2012+A1, with a diameter of 9.5≤Ø≤11 mm.
WARNINGS:
> All users must receive training, must acquire the competences of appropriate techniques, and must read the
technical notices beforehand OR BE DIRECTLY SUPERVISED BY A QUALIFIED AND COMPETENT PERSON. The
knot at the free end of the rope is absolutely mandatory.
> Activities that involve working at height expose the user to dangers that can cause severe injuries or death.
> You agree to personally take responsibility for all risks of damage, injury or death that can occur following
the incorrect use of the equipment, regardless of the form. If you cannot take this responsibility, do not
use this device.
> The equipment should not be used beyond its limits, nor in any other situation than its intended use.
PART NOMENCLATURE: Idem Chapter 1 EN 12 841:2006 and
INSPECTIONS, CHECKING POINTS: Idem Chapter 1 EN 12 841:2006
COMPATIBILITY
The attachment on the approved harness will be performed uniquely by the attachment point of the LOV2
device by means of a locking connector compliant with EN 12275.
While in use, always check that the connectors are loaded longitudinally.
The ropes must be compliant with EN 1891:1998 Class A in case of ropes with a diameter of 10≤Ø≤11mm or
with EN 892:2016+A1 in case of ropes with a diameter of 9.5≤Ø≤11 mmc≤
Always observe these requirements. Nevertheless, the information regarding the ropes are not reliable within
a 0.2mm margin. Their slipping and ageing degree, as well as external factors (intense frost, intense heat,
dust) can influence the braking effect.
WORKING PRINCIPLE:
Idem Chapter 1 EN 12 841:2006
WARNING:
Pressing on the handle without controlling the free rope from below is dangerous. It is mandatory to practice
using the handle release for braking/locking purposes.
SETTING UP THE ROPE
Idem Chapter 1 EN 12 841:2006
diagram A
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