Spinlock DECKVEST VITO Serie Mode D'emploi page 12

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FITTING ADJUSTMENTS (PAGES 3 & 4)
1. Check Size, 2. Adjust waist belt, 3. Put on over head,
4. Ensure buckle is correct way, 5. Pass buckles through
each other, 6. Pull waist belt tight – it is unsafe to wear
any lifejacket or harness loosely. Pass crotch strap
through legs before fastening plastic buckle on front.
Anchorage point should be located at the centre of the
chest. Ensure no sharp edges on safety line attachment
point. Use with an approved personal safety line only.
Attach to Jack line / fixed eyes. Anchorage points must
be able to withstand forces of more than 1 tonne. Never
attach to lifelines / standing or running rigging.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Important notice: Specific training is essential before
use
Read this notice carefully before use. This technical
notice illustrates ways of using this product. Many
types of misuse exist which are impossible to list or
even imagine. All other uses are expressly excluded;
danger of death. In case of doubt or any problem of
understanding, contact Spinlock. Water sports are
dangerous activities which may lead to severe injuries
or even death. Adequate training in appropriate safety
techniques and methods is essential and acquiring
this training 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 are not in a position to assume
this responsibility or to take such risks do not use this
equipment.
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Safety Notices
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 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.
A deck harness and safety line are intended to
prevent the user falling overboard: they do not provide
protection against falls from height. In a fall the deck
safety harness and safety line may transmit very large
forces to the anchorage point.
150N/275N: This level is intended for general application
or for use with foul weather clothing. It will turn an
unconscious person into a safe position and requires no
subsequent action by the user to maintain this position.
Full performance may not be achieved if using
watertight/waterproof clothing or in other
circumstances. Gas cylinders are dangerous goods and
should be kept away from children and not misused.
Do not use as a cushion. Train yourself in the use of
the device. Compatible with approved safety lines and
clothing. This is not a PFD/Lifejacket until fully inflated.
Not suitable for use with other safety harnesses.
WARNING: The deck safety harness and safety line
are intented to prevent the user falling overboard.
They do not provide protection from falls at height
and for full guidance on the use of the safety cutter
please visit: www.spinlock.co.uk
MAJOR FALLS
In the event that your full body weight is dropped a
distance and then stopped, do not continue to use this
product. Even if no external changes are visible, internal
damage may have reduced its strength and its margin
of safety. Do not hesitate to contact Spinlock in case
of doubt.