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1 - GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1) The information provided by the manufacturer (hereinafter information) must be read and well understood by the user before using the device.

1.2) All our devices are tested / checked piece by piece in accordance to the procedures of the Quality System certified according to the UNI EN ISO

9001 standard.

1.3) Personal protective equipment is certified by the notified body reported in the specific instructions of the device in accordance with Annex V of

the Regulation (EU) 2016/425. If Category III PPE, they are subject to surveillance of production in accordance with Annex VIII of the Regulation (EU)

2016/425 by the notified body whose accreditation number is marked on the device.

1.4) Personal use of the device is recommended to monitor the degree of the device and to maintain it continuously.

increasing the risk of breakage, cutting and abrasion.

1.7.2) The position of the anchor is fundamental for arresting a fall safely: carefully assess the clearance under the user, the height of a potential fall, the

stretch of the line/rope, the deployment of an eventual energy absorber, the height of the user, and the “pendulum” effect, in order to avoid any possible

obstacle (eg the ground, the rubbing, abrasions, etc.).

1.7.3) The minimum strength of the anchor points shall be at least 12 kN, both made on natural and artificial elements. The evaluation of those made

on natural elements (rock, plants, etc.) are only possible in an empirical way, so it shall be carried out by a trained and experienced person. For those

made on elements artificial (metal, concrete, etc.), the evaluation can be carried out scientifically, therefore it shall be carried out by a trained and

authorized person.

1.8) Warning

1.8.1) Prolonged suspension, especially if inert, can cause damage irreversible and even death.

1.8.6) Laboratory tests, checks, inspections, information and standards do not always succeed to reproduce the practice, so the results obtained in real

life conditions of use of the device may sometimes differ significantly. The best indications are provided by the continuous use and practice under the

supervision of competent / experienced / qualified persons.

1.8.7) This information concerns the description of the features, performances, assembly, disassembly, maintenance, conservation, disinfection, etc. of

the device. Even if they contain some suggestions for use, should not be considered an operating manual in real situations (as well as a maintenance

manual of a car does not teach driving and does not replace driving school).

2 - WORK AT HEIGHT

2.1) Additional information for individual fall protection systems in the context of work at height.

2.2) For safety purposes, in these systems is essential to:

- carry out risk assessment and ensure that the entire system, of which this device is only one part, is both reliable and safe;

3 - STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

3.1) Store the device in a dry place (relative humidity 40-90%), fresh (temperature 5-30 ° C) and dark, chemically neutral (avoid absolutely saline and /

or acid environments), away from sharp edges, corrosive substances or other possible prejudicial conditions.

3.2) Transport the device considering the precautions foreseen for storage and limit direct exposure to sunlight and moisture.

3.3) Maintain the device as follows:

- wash frequently with warm drinking water (30 ° C), possibly with the addition of a neutral detergent;

- rinse and leave to dry, avoiding spinning and direct exposure to the sun;

- only for metal components, lubricate the moving parts with silicone-based oil after drying, avoiding contact with textile parts.

3.4) If necessary, disinfect by soaking the device for an hour in warm water with sodium hypochlorite diluted 1% (bleach). Rinse thoroughly with drinking

water, and, without spinning, leave to dry without exposure direct to the sun. Avoid autoclaving the textile devices.

4.3) Except for more restrictive legal requirements, inspections of Category III devices shall be carried out:

- at least every 12 months starting from the first use;

- the time interval between inspections can be reduced according to the type, the frequency and the environment of use;

- by a competent person (therefore formed and authorized by the manufacturer, eg a “KONG PPE Inspector”) in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

4.4) The results of periodic inspections must be recorded on the form inspection of the device or on a designated register.

5 – DEVICE LIFE

5.1) The lifespan of the metal components is indefinable, theoretically unlimited, while those affected by aging report the expiration date over which the

device shall be replaced. This provided that:

- the device was not used to stop a fall;

5.3) Improper use, deformations, falls, wear, chemical contamination, exposure to temperatures below -30 ° C or above + 50 ° C for textile/plastic parts/

devices and + 120 ° C (eg autoclave) for metal devices, are some examples of other causes that can reduce, limit and terminate the life of the device.

6 - LAW OBLIGATIONS

6.1) Professional, recreational and competition activities are often regulated by specific laws or regulations that may impose limits and/or requirements

for the use of PPE and the preparation of safety systems, of which PPE are components.

6.2) It is duty of the user to know and apply these laws which could provide for limits different from those reported in this information.

7 - GUARANTEE

7.1) The manufacturer guarantees the conformity of the device to the regulations in force at the time of production. The warranty for defects is limited

to the defects of raw materials and manufacturing, does not include normal wear and tear, oxidation or damage caused by improper use and/or in

competitions (where they are not specifically accepted by the organization of the same), from incorrect maintenance, transport, storage or storage, etc.

8 - SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Category III Personal Protective Equipment 942.000 “FUTURA BODY” is:

- a mechanical device which, when attached to a rope or an accessory cord of appropriate diameter, will clamp under load in one direction and move

freely in the opposite direction,

- suitable for use in mountaineering with a rope according to EN564, EN892, or EN1891, and with diameter from Ø9mm to Ø11mm;

- suitable for use as manually operated rope adjustment device in rope access systems, up to 100kg with a working line conforms to EN1891-A diameter

from Ø10mm to Ø11mm;

- part of a system of protection and/or prevention of the impact created by falls from a height;

- certified according to standards EN 567:2013, EN 12841:2006 type B and tested according to UIAA126.

Fig. 1 – Rope attachment – To properly attach this device to the rope:

Fig. 2 – Attachment to the harness – Always read the instruction and information of the harness, and use its proper attachment point. It is recommended

to use a quick link as connection.

Fig. 3 – Progress – This device must move parallel with the rope.

Fig. 4 – Above the attachment point – This device must always be above the attachment point of the harness.

Fig. 5 – Unblocking – To unblock this device pull the cam (B) after unloading.

Fig. 6 – Wrong move! - The rope clamp can slip down towards the bottom. Use the hole (E) to keep the device straight.

Fig. 7 – Enemy knots – Never push up this device against the knot, it could be very difficult to release it.

Compatibility – This device has been designed to be used with:

- connectors according to EN362 and/or EN12275, and ropes according to EN564, EN892, EN1891 with diameter between 9mm - 11mm (EN567 use);

- connectors according to EN362, for a user up to 100kg (including equipment) ropes according to EN1891 type A with diameter between 10mm and

- does not show cracks, wear, corrosion and oxidation;

- pins are tight and intact;

- the locking mechanism moves freely, and the tooth of the cam (A) are not worn out;

- markings are still legible.

It is recommended to periodically lubricate mobile parts with a moderate amount of silicon-based oil.

- when using EN892 ropes, take into account the major elastic stretch;

- the anchor point must be above the user and conform to standard EN 795 and/or EN959;

- in rope access systems always use a fall-arrester device, conform to standard EN 12841 type A or EN 353-2 and attached to a safety line;

- rope access use under specific conditions (e.g. high heat, very cold, oil, dust) is not allowed;

- this device cannot be used for fall arrest according to EN363;

- do not touch the safety device (C), it may accidentally lock open;

- -the system used to connect this device to the harness must be long less than 1 meter;

- when used as working line ascender (EN12841 type B) never exceed the maximum load marked on the device, otherwise the working line may be

- the potential falling height must always be lower than 0.5 m unless the user is equipped with suitable certified devices (eg. Energy absorbers according

to EN355) that protects from dynamic forces exerted on the user during the arrest of a fall.

NOMENCLATURE

MARKINGS INSPECTION SHEET

EN: (A) Body, (B) Cam, (C) Safety device, (D) Attachment hole,

100kg

Ø 9 ÷ 11 m