Climbing Technology by Aludesign S.p.A. via Torchio 22
24034 Cisano B.sco BG ITALY
www.climbingtechnology.com
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IST51-7H149CT_rev.3 05-21
ENGLISH
The instruction manual for this device consists of general and specific instructions,
both must be carefully read and understood before use.
Attention!
This leaflet
shows the specific instruction only.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS TORSE.
This note contains the necessary information for a correct use of the following
product/s: shoulder harness for mountaineering and climbing Torse.
1) FIELD OF APPLICATION.
This product is a personal protective device (P.P.E.) against falls from height; it is
compliant with the Regulation (EU) 2016/425. EN 12277:2015+A1:2018-D
- Mountaineering equipment: chest harnesses.
Attention!
A shoulder harness (type
D) must always be used with a seat harness (type C): on the contrary the user is at
risk of injury and/or death.
Attention!
The product can only be used in combina-
tion with CE-marked equipment, mountaineering equipment such as connectors
(EN 12275), ropes (EN 892) etc.
2) NOTIFIED BODIES.
Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph 9 / table D): M6; N1.
3) NOMENCLATURE
.
(Fig. 3). 1) Shoulder straps. 2) Ends of the shoulder straps with sewn loops.
3) Buckle/s for adjusting the shoulder straps. 4) Illustrative label. 5) Attachment
points. 6) Rear loop.
4) MARKING
.
Numbers/letters without caption: refer to the legend in the general instructions
(paragraph 5).
4.1 - General
(Fig. 2). Indications:1; 4; 6; 7; 8; 11; 12; 13; 17; 18; 30) Pic-
togram showing the correct connecting methods; 31) Pictogram showing how to
close and fix the adjustment buckles; 32) Pictogram indicating that the shoulder
harness must never be used alone.
4.2 - Traceability
(Fig. 2)
.
Indications: T2; T8; T9.
5) ISTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
5.1 Adjustment.
Wear the shoulder harness as shown, making sure that the two
adjustment points are positioned at the height of the sternum (Fig. 6.1) and there
are no abnormal twists in the harness (Fig. 6.3). Adjust the shoulder straps using
the adjustment buckles (Fig. 4), until the harness achieves a snug fit over the body,
without being too tight. It is recommended that the straps of the shoulder harness,
once adjusted, stick out at least 5 cm beyond the adjustment buckle (Fig. 6.2).
5.2 Combining.
The chest harness must be connected obligatorily to the harness
type C through the attachment points foreseen for this use. For the regulation of
the harness type C refer to the relevant instructions for use. To tie in to the rope it
is recommended to use the figure of 8 knot shown in the picture (Fig. 6.2).
Atten-
tion!
It is important to check regularly the buckles and/or the adjustment devices
during the use.
Attention!
Before use, it is necessary to carry out a hanging test
in a safe environment, in order to ensure that the harness has the correct size, it
owns the possibility of a suitable adjustment and an acceptable comfortability
level for the intended use.
Attention!
Do not use different attachment points than
the indicated ones.
5.3 - Techniques.
The shoulder harness can be used in mountaineering activities,
for the belay techniques, abseiling, Via Ferrata routes, etc.
Attention!
Before each
use, pre-arrange a suitable rescue plan that could be executed in a safe and
efficient way.
Attention!
When using a belay device (e.g. an ATC, figure of 8
etc.) this must be connected obligatorily to the harness type C, in accordance with
what is stated in the relevant instructions for use.
Attention!
It is not recommended
to use a high tie in point when traversing glaciers or, more generally, for the
progression in unprotected areas, because this could make it difficult to hold the
climbing partner in case of a fall.
