Instructions for Use
Manufacturer’s information and user instructions for
spLIFE
according to EN 1891:1998
ENGLISH
This manufacturer’s information only relates to the eye termination spLIFE. Any information on e.g.
use, limitations to use, transport, storage, cleaning, life span of the rope as such are to be found in
the user instructions for the rope.
CAUTION
This product may be utilized only by persons trained in its safe use and having the relevant
knowledge, experience and skills, or be under the direct supervision of such persons. Whenever
possible, the equipment should be allocated to a single user. It may be used only within the specified
limited scope of use and for the defined purpose(s).
Prior to using this product, read this document thoroughly, make sure you understand the instructions
for use. Keep all product information readily accessible, together with the records of inspection. In
addition, check national safety regulations regarding personal protective equipment (PPE) for local
requirements. The product accompanied by this set of instructions is type-examined, CE-marked to
state conformity with the European regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
and meets the European standard(s) given on the product label. The product does however not
comply with any other standards unless explicitly stated. If the system is sold or passed on to another
user, the instructions for use must accompany the equipment. If the system is transferred to another
country, it is the responsibility of the seller/previous user to ensure that the instructions for use are in
the correct language for that country and that the requirements of relevant national standards are met.
L’ÉQUIPEUR SARL is not responsible for any direct, indirect, or incidental consequences/damage
occurring during or after the use of the product and resulting from any improper use, especially caused
by incorrect assembly of the equipment.
EXPLANATION OF LABEL NOMENCLATURE
The rope is a low stretch kermantel rope according to EN 1891:1998, manufactured and type
examined by Teufelberger Fiber Rope Corp., former New England Ropes, USA, 848 Airport Rd., Fall
River, MA 02720
or Teufelberger Fiber Rope GmbH, Vogelweiderstrasse 50, A-4600 Wels
.
The inner marking (tracer) therefore relates to the rope and type-examination by New England Ropes
or Teufelberger Fiber Rope
, whereas the outer marking (labels at the rope ends) relates to the spLIFE.
Inner marking (tracer): The inner marking gives rope-related information: name of the rope
manufacturer (Teufelberger Fiber Rope), number and edition of the EN, material from which the rope
is made, and year of manufacture. Additionally, the rope name may be given.
Outer marking (labels at the rope ends):
Product name
spLIFE:
name of the termination
L:
length of rope in [m]
A xxx
Type, diameter in mm, (example: A 10.5 = Type A rope, 10.5 mm diameter)
EN 1891A:1998 Standard for low stretch kernmantle ropes
YY/MM:
year/month of manufacture
Manufacturer
Ser. no.:
unique job (production) number
Rope ID:
yy/mm-followed by a number
CE 0408
The CE mark certifies compliance with the fundamental requirements of regulation
(EU) 2016/425. The number identifies the testing institute (e.g., 0408 for TÜV Austria
Services GmbH, Deutschstrasse 10, A-1230 Vienna, Austria).
Information that the Instructions for use have to be read.
Sections of the low stretch kernmantel ropes must be marked at both ends with outer strips stating:
Type (A or B), diameter in mm, number of the standard (EN 1891), year of manufacture (at least the
last two digits), manufacturer, ser. no.
