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The maximum operating life with occasional, proper use without visible wear and tear under optimal storage conditions is 10 years
from the date of first use.
Storage period of 2 years
The storage period before first use and without reducing the maximum operating life is 2 years from the date of production.
Provided that all instructions on safe handling and storage are observed, the following, non-binding
indications on the lifespan
can be recommended
:
Intensive, daily use
- less than 1 year
Regular use throughout the year
- 1 year to 2 years
Regular seasonal use
- 2 to 3 years
Occasional use (once a month)
- 3 to 4 years
Sporadic use
- 5 to 7 years
Work positioning belts, full body harnesses, sit harnesses:
With normal use in compliance with instructions for use, the realistic period of use
for full body harnesses is 6 to 8 years.
When
properly stored and without being used: 10 years.
Based on: BGR 198
– German trade association rules for safety and health at work (BG rules) / DE.
Metal fittings such as buckles, karabiners, etc.:
The life of metal fittings is generally unlimited; however, a periodic inspection of metal fittings must be carried out regarding
damage, distortion and wear as well as functioning.
When different materials are used in one product, the period of use is subject to the most sensitive materials.
Extreme conditions of use can cause the elimination of a product after only using once (type and intensity of use, field of
application, aggressive environment, sharp edges, extreme temperatures, chemical substances etc.).
A PFPE must definitely be discarded:
in case of damage to supporting parts, which are essential for safety, such as webbings and seams (tears, cuts or other)
in case of damage to plastic and/or metal fittings
in case of strain by a fall or heavy load
after the application period has elapsed
if a product does not seem safe or reliable anymore
if the product is outdated and does not comply with the technical standards anymore (modification of legal regulations,
norms and technical rules, incompatibility with other equipment etc.)
if the history of use is unknown or incomplete (test manual)
if the identification of the product does not exist or if it is illegible or missing (even partly)
if the instructions for use/test manual of the product are missing (because product history can not be tracked!)
See also item: 2) Regulations for the owner of the equipment
If the visual inspection carried out by the user, holder of the equipment or the competent person results in complaint or if the PPE
has elapsed, it has to be discarded. The elimination has to be made in such a way that reuse in action can absolutely be excluded
(e.g. by cutting and disposing of belts, fittings etc.).
In case of frequent use, intensive wear or extreme environmental influences, the allowed period of use becomes shorter. The
decision on the operational capability of the device is up to the responsible COMPETENT PERSON within the prescribed periodic
inspection.
Liability (complementing point Caution)
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Neither the A.HABERKORN & Co GmbH nor its sales partners assume any liability for accidents in relation to the present product
and consequential personal and/or material damage, especially in cases of misuse and/or incorrect use. In all cases the users are
responsible for risks taken.
Product specific notes
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This product is made of polyester, polyamide and aramid yarn and/or a combination of these materials.
A.HABERKORN FOSSY
must not be combined with any other than CE-marked elements of personal fall protective equipment.
A.HABERKORN FOSSY
is approved according to EN 363 for use within the following systems:
restraint systems only with full body harness according to EN 361 with integrated work positioning belt according to EN 358 and/or
integrated sit harness according to EN 813 - also for two persons in case of a design with 2 friction hitch knots
work positioning systems only with full body harness according to EN 361 with integrated work positioning belt according
to EN 358 and/or integrated sit harness according to EN 813 - also for two persons in case of a design with 2 friction
hitch knots
fall arrest systems only with full body harness according to EN 361 with integrated work positioning belt according to EN
358 and/or integrated sit harness according to EN 813 - only for one person in this case, no absorption element
according to EN 355 is required, because arrest forces of < 6kN are absorbed with the friction hitch knot during a fall.
A.HABERKORN FOSSY
can be combined with equipment elements intended for the above systems. The combination and use with
any equipment element must be checked for functional impairment by the user before its first use. Only connectors according to EN 362
may be used.
FOSSY is equipped with a sewn thimble
(5)
on both sides, so it can be used in both directions. The friction hitch knot
(3)
works in both
directions - depending on the item and use, FOSSY is equipped with one or two friction hitch knots
(3)
.
Product specific safety notes
5.1
The flexible anchor line
“FOSSY” was subject to an individual testing during a type examination under wet
conditions, which it passed. Nevertheless, we recommend
not using the device under wet conditions when there is
the danger of freezing.
Wet or cold weather
(snow, ice, wind)
can lead to a frozen flexible anchor line, consequently a safe function of
the system cannot be guaranteed anymore. A soiled friction hitch knot and kernmantle rope can also impair
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