Bornack PRUSIK User manual

User manual
EN
PRUSIK

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PRUSIK
Foot loop for hanging strain relief to protect
against suspension trauma
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
INTENDED USE
To relieve the suspension strain on a casualty
hanging in the safety rope. After suitable
training, it is also possible to climb short distan-
ces up the safety line using a second PRUSIK
SLING. In an intervention procedure, the PRUSIK
SLING can be used by trained users as a back-up
securing device.
CAUTION:
The PRUSIK SLING must be prepared and set for
the users personal height so that it can be used
in the event of an emergency. It is part of the
personal equipment.
We recommend practising the overhand/triple
sliding hitch/two-loop figure of eight knot
knots on a regular basis. The PRUSIK SLING
should always be carried close to the body in an
easily accessible place.
All other uses are deemed improper. The
company BORNACK will not be liable for any
ensuing damages. The user bears the sole risk.
NOTE ABOUT SUSPENSION TRAUMA
Hanging freely in the full body harness after
a fall may lead to constriction of the blood
circulation (suspension trauma). For more
details, please visit the website www.bornack.de
PRUSIK SLING
Subject to technical changes
Storage bag
Velcro fastener for attachment to the harness
PRUSIK SLING
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EN
PRUSIK SLING IN USE
PREPARATION
• Shorten the PRUSIK SLING with an overhand/
triple sliding hitch/two-loop figure of eight
knot so that it reaches from the tip of your
nose to the ground.
• A sling is required to relieve the hanging
strain. Two loops are required, if it is to be
used for climbing up the safety line.
APPLICATION HANGING RELIEF
CAUTION:
An optimal eect is only achieved, if the strain
relief (foot loop) is attached to the safety line
(not to the full body harness).
A After falling and hanging in the rope, unpack the
sling and attach to the highest possible point on
the safety rope with a double overhand/triple
sliding hitch/two-loop figure of eight knot .
• If a BFD rope is used, as high as possible
overhead on the energy absorber.
• Place the feet directly into the sling or foot
loop (better stance).
B The PRUSIK SLING always needs to be fed
behind the chest and abdominal strap to
prevent the body tipping over.
APPLICATION ASCENT AID
C In an alternating fashion, relieve the strain on
one of the PRUSIK SLINGS by shifting your
weight, and release the strain-relieved over-
hand/triple sliding hitch/two-loop figure of
eight knot with your thumb and push up the
safety line. The overhand/triple sliding hitch/
two-loop figure of eight knot bearing your
weight automatically clamps onto the safety
line.
A
C
B
Release
Tighten
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BORNACK GmbH & Co.KG
Bustadt 39
74360 Ilsfeld
Germany
Fon + 49 (0) 70 62 / 26 90 0-0
Fax + 49 (0) 70 62 / 26 90 0-550
inf[email protected]
www.bornack.de
FALLSTOP
Safety equipment for securing and
rescuing at heights and depths
SAFEPOINT
Permanently installed safety systems
for architects and industry
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Reprinting or duplication, even of excerpts, is only permitted with written consent
Status: 07/2021 GAL Art.-Nr. 8000121_EN ebo