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Important user information
about fulfilment of the safety functions
Please read carefully before using the product.
This article complies with the requirements of Directive 89/686/EEC and
Directive (EU) 2016/425 at the latest from 21.04.2019.
General information: Knee protection types
Knee protection pads are items to used protect the knees of people working on their knees.
Knee protection type 1: Knee protection that is independent of other clothing and is attached
to the leg. Knee protection type 2: Foam plastic or other pads in pockets, on the trouser legs
or pads permanently attached to the trousers. The position of type 2 knee protection in or
on the trousers can be permanent or adjustable. Knee protection type 3: Equipment that
is not attached to the body but moves to the required position as the wearer moves. Either
available for one knee or both knees. Knee protection type 4: Knee protection for one or both
knees that is part of equipment with additional functions, such as a stand assist or a seat for
kneeling postures. The knee protection may be attached to the body or is used independently
from the body.
Performance levels:
X =
X = The performance level is stated
below the pictogram
X
Please observe the attached product specifications.
There are three performance levels:
Level 0: Knee protection that is suitable for an even floor and does not offer puncture protection.
Level 1: Knee protection that is suitable for even or uneven floors and offers puncture protection
up to a force of (100±5) N. The knee pads are not suitable for surfaces with sharp objects that
have a point pressure higher than 100 N and are larger than 1 cm (e.g. in mines or quarries).
Level 2: Knee protection that is suitable for even or uneven floors under difficult conditions and
offers puncture protection up to a force of (250±10) N.
Use: Knee protection for all kneeling tasks and work on various surfaces. Application areas/spe-
cial factors: See table on page 1. The knee protector must be attached to the thigh and calf using
the Velcro straps so that the knee area is covered. The straps must be attached in parallel not
crossed. The Velcro fastener should always be on the outside. This knee protection can be worn
over normal workwear or directly on the skin. The knee pads are not chemical resistant, heat-
resistant nor fire resistant. Depending on the work task, the user should also wear other personal
equipment (PPE) (e.g. goggles, helmet...). The protectability should always be checked first or
agreed with the manufacturer. All application areas that are not defined should be clarified with
the manufacturer. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage caused by improper use
e.g. excessive bending and kinking.
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Warning:
– The knee pads are not suitable for use for securing the wearer in e.g.
areas where there is a risk of falling.
– To prevent venous blood reflux in the legs and ensure normal blood circulation,
the wearer should frequently change his posture or stand up when working on the knees.
– Kneel in an upright position, do not sit on the heels.
– Contact a doctor if your knees or calves swell up
– If ambient conditions, such as the temperature, change, the performance of the knee
protection can be reduced significantly.
– No knee protection can offer full protection from injury
– Universal size for adults between 50-100 kg. Performance may be impaired
for wearers weighing more than 100 kg.
– The performance of the knee protection can be reduced at temperatures above 50°.
– These knee protectors are not suitable for working on stones or sharp objects such as in
mines or quarries !
The identification is:
– Expiry data is
MM/JJJJ
– Chargennummer it Lot
– Unisize is suitable for all sizes.
– Knieschutztyp is type
– Leistungsstufe is level
– Knee protectors for right knee: this side top right
– Knee protectors for left knee: this side top left
Harmlessness: The materials do not release any toxic, carcinogenic, mutagenic or allergenic sub-
stances or any substances toxic for reproduction, and are therefore harmless.
Care information:
The knee pads can be washed at the wearer's responsibility at a temperature below 30°C. Close
the Velcro fasteners before washing.
Water resistance: The knee protection pad is water resistant. However, a waterproofness test
was not conducted.
Checking the knee protectors: Higher levels of dirt, changes or incorrect use can dangerously
reduce the performance of the knee protection or completely cancel it out. Ensure that the Velcro
strap is closed precisely. Knee protectors cannot be repaired. Knee protectors with damage on
surfaces, belts, seams do not offer any protection
Storage and transport: The knee pads must always be transported and stored in a dry, cool place
and protected against sunlight.
Expiry time: There is an expiry date, month and year (MM/YYYY), and a lot number on the knee
pads. Normal wear and tear is excluded from the aging expiry date.
Disposal: Faulty knee pads can be disposed of in the household waste.
Main parts: Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), chloropren3, DuPont™ Kevlar®, polyamid.
The declaration of conformity can be found at the following link:
www.engelbert-strauss.com/declaration-of-conformity
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