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signature of inspector, date of next inspection, etc.).
Duration
The indication of the maximum useful life of the devices
is defined by KONG S.p.A., in compliance with the
requirements of EU Regulation 2016/425. The same
is determined considering the type of materials, the
structure of the device and its intended use. The useful
life of metallic devices is theoretically unlimited. For
devices subject to ageing (e.g. textile, plastic or with
significant textile/plastic components), unless otherwise
indicated in the respective instructions, the date after
which the device must be replaced is calculated after 10
years from first use and in any case no later than 12 years
from date of manufacture.
The following conditions significantly reduce the useful life
of the device: incorrect, intense use or use in aggressive
environments (saline, extreme temperatures - below
-30°C or above +50°C for plastic parts/devices and/
or textiles and at +120°C for metal devices - in contact
with chemical substances); storage in conditions other
than those defined in the manufacturer's information;
little or no maintenance. Immediately replace and render
unusable any devices used to arrest a fall or which have
not passed checks or inspections. Metallic devices that
have sustained loads greater than 25% of the marked
load and textile devices that have sustained loads greater
than 10% of the marked load must also be replaced and
made unusable. The device should be personal, so that
the use and the degree of protection and efficiency are
constantly monitored.
SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Connectors
are
Category
Equipment certified according to one or both the following
standards:
- EN 12275:13, connectors suitable for use in
mountaineering, climbing and related activities. They
are part of a safety system, which protects climbers
from falls from height,
- EN 362:04, connectors suitable for use as connection
elements in personal fall protection systems, e.g. fall
arrest, work positioning, rope access, restraint and
rescue systems.
Fig. 1 – Part names.
Fig. 2 – Operation of gate locking devices (C), which
prevent the accidental opening of the gate. For
activities that require frequent opening and closing of
the connector, it is preferable to use versions with an
automatic gate locking device.
Fig. 3 – Quick links: the ring nut must be fully screwed in
before applying a load.
Connectors equipped:
- with load indicator (F) which is activated when the
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