Petzl TREESBEE - Manual (Page 4)

4 C04 TREESBEE C045101D (110610)
(EN) ENGLISH
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TREESBEE C04110
TREESBEE SCREWLINK C04110M
Anchor strap, false crotch
1. Field of application
This equipment is personal protective equipment (PPE).
Temporary anchor for arborism, retrievable from the ground.
This product must not be loaded beyond its strength rating,
nor be used for any purpose other than that for which it is
designed.
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently
dangerous.
You are responsible for your own actions and decisions.
Before using this equipment, you must:
- Read and understand all instructions for use.
- Get specific training in its proper use.
- Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
- Understand and accept the risks involved.
Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in severe
injury or death.
Responsibility
WARNING, specific training in the activities defined in the field
of application is essential before 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.
Gaining an adequate apprenticeship in appropriate techniques
and methods of protection is your own responsibility.
You personally assume all risks and responsibilities for all
damage, injury or death which may occur during or following
incorrect 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.
2. Nomenclature of parts
- TREESBEE: (1) Strap, (2) Ring.
- TREESBEE SCREWLINK: (1) Strap, (2) Ring, (3) Screwlink,
(4) Plastic cover.
Principal materials
Aluminum alloy, steel, polyester.
3. Inspection, points to verify
Before each use
- Check the webbing and the safety stitching. Look for damage
due to use, to heat, and to contact with chemical products, etc.
Be particularly careful to check for cut threads.
- Check that the screwlink and/or the rings are free of cracks,
deformation, marks, wear, corrosion, etc.
During each use
Make sure that all pieces of equipment in the system are
correctly positioned with respect to each other.
Consult the details of the inspection procedure to be carried
out for each item of PPE on the Web at www.petzl.com/ppe or
on the Petzl PPE CD-ROM.
4. Compatibility
For all of your applications, verify the compatibility of
this product with the other elements of your system
(compatibility = good functional interaction).
5. Installation
Principle of installing a rope on a tree, pylon, or beam from
below with the aid of a throw-bag.
WARNING: Make sure that the supporting structure will not
damage the webbing.
The screwlink of the TREESBEE SCREWLINK allows the
installation of ropes with sewn terminations.
6. Retrieving
The ends of your TREESBEE are of two different colors that
are visible from below (black and yellow). You must make a
knot in the rope on the yellow side to be able to retrieve your
product from below.
To prevent the TREESBEE from falling to the ground during
retrieval ,use a small cord (see drawing).
7. Supplementary information
regarding standards (EN 365)
Rescue plan
You must have a rescue plan and the means to rapidly
implement it in case of difficulties encountered while using
this equipment.
Anchors
The anchor point for the system should preferably be located
above the user’s position and should meet the requirements of
the EN 795 standard (minimum strength of 10 kN).
Various
- When using multiple pieces of equipment together, a
dangerous situation can result if the safety function of one
piece of equipment is compromised by the operation of
another piece of equipment.
- WARNING DANGER, take care that your products do not rub
against abrasive or sharp surfaces.
- Users must be medically fit for activities at height.
- The instructions for use for each item of equipment used in
conjunction with this product must be respected.
- The instructions for use must be provided to users of this
equipment in the language of the country in which the product
is to be used.
8. Petzl general information
Lifetime / When to retire your equipment
For Petzl plastic and textile products, the maximum lifetime
is 10 years from the date of manufacture. It is indefinite for
metallic products.
ATTENTION: an exceptional event can lead you to retire
a product after only one use, depending on the type and
intensity of usage and the environment of usage (harsh
environments, sea, sharp edges, extreme temperatures,
chemical products, etc.).
A product must be retired when:
- It is over 10 years old and made of plastic or textiles.
- It has been subjected to a major fall (or load).
- It fails to pass inspection. You have any doubt as to its
reliability.
- You do not know its full usage history.
- When it becomes obsolete due to changes in legislation,
standards, technique or incompatibility with other
equipment, etc.
Destroy retired equipment to prevent further use.
Product inspection
In addition to the inspection before each use, an in-depth
inspection must be carried out by a competent inspector.
The frequency of the in-depth inspection must be governed
by applicable legislation, and the type and the intensity of
use. Petzl recommends an inspection at least once every
12 months.
To help maintain product traceability, do not remove any
markings or labels.
Inspection results should be recorded on a form with the
following details: type of equipment, model, manufacturer
contact information, serial or individual number; dates
of: manufacture, purchase, first use, next periodic inspection;
notes: problems, comments; name and signature of the
inspector.
See an example at www.petzl.fr/ppe or on the Petzl PPE CD-
ROM.
Storage, transport
Store the product in a dry place away from exposure to UV,
chemicals, extreme temperatures, etc. Clean and dry the
product if necessary.
Modifications, repairs
Modifications and repairs outside of Petzl facilities are
prohibited (except replacement parts).
3-year guarantee
Against all material or manufacturing defect.
Exclusions: normal wear and tear, oxidation, modifications or
alterations, incorrect storage, poor maintenance, negligence,
uses for which this product is not designed.
Responsibility
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.
Traceability and markings
a. Body controlling the manufacture of this PPE
b. Notified body that carried out the CE type inspection
c. Traceability: datamatrix = product reference + individual
number
d. Diameter
e. Individual number
f. Year of manufacture
g. Day of manufacture
h. Control