ROCK EXOTICA SwivaBiner C81 S User manual

M31500 04/2009
WARNING! n
For expert use only!
• These activities are inherently
dangerous and carry a signicant
risk of injury or death that cannot
be eliminated.
• It is the user’s responsibility to
obtain specic training and to use
it safely. These instructions DO
NOT tell you everything you need
to know.
• Do not use unless you can and
will understand and assume all
risks and responsibilities for all
damage/injury/death that may re-
sult from use of this equipment or
the activities undertaken with it.
• Any device is subject to failure-
carefully check before and after
each use.
• You must always have a backup-
never trust a life to a single tool.
• Everyone using this equipment
must be given and thoroughly un-
derstand the instructions and refer
to them before each use.
• You must have a rescue plan and
the means to implement it. Inert
suspension in a harness can quickly
result in death!
• Do not use around electrical
hazards, moving machinery or near
sharp edges or abrasive surfaces.
• We are not responsible for any
direct, indirect or accidental conse-
quences or damage resulting from
the use of our products.
rockexotica.com
rock exotica equipment LC
POB 160470
Freeport Center, F-11
Cleareld, UT 84016
USA
801 728-0630
SwivaBiner
Instructions for Use
C81 A Autolock
(3 stage)
C81 S Screwlock
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Rock Exotica product. The SwivaBiner consists of two carabiners
that can swivel and help give proper orientation in your system. In some cases it can replace two
regular carabiners and a swivel, with a shorter and lighter solution. Each frame is machined out
of solid 7075 alloy on a high-speed 4-axis machining center. It is exceptionally strong for its size
and weight. Be sure to read all instructions and use it properly and conservatively. It is designed
to provide orientation, not for high speed or constant rotation. It must only be used in a straight
pull, when it is free to align itself with the load. It must NEVER be subjected to a bending force.
Rock Exotica products are designed and manufactured in the USA using do-
mestic and foreign materials
! Mandatory Locking Carabiner Procedure !
There have been serious accidents resulting from carabiners that the user
thought were locked, but were not. Dirt, ice, etc. can jam an autolock
sleeve. Never assume autolock carabiners lock on closing - always con-
rm! You may forget to lock a manual lock sleeve - always double check!
You must understand how the sleeve works and know what it looks like
when it is locked and unlocked.
You must faithfully do the following every time you clip a carabiner:
1. Visually conrm the carabiner is locked.
2. Push in on the gate/sleeve to conrm by touch that it is locked.
Do not allow ropes or objects to rub or twist the sleeve because this
could unlock it. Vibration can also unlock a sleeve. Regularly check
that the carabiner is locked and positioned properly and always do so if
items contact it or anything unusual occurs. If the biner cannot be kept
in sight, use something else, such as a screwlink. Carabiners should be
doubled-up when possible.
SPECIFICATIONS
Gate Opening: .84” (21mm)
Weight (Auto) 5.9 oz. (166 gm)
Weight (Screw) 5.5 oz. (153 gm)
Overall Size: 2.6” x 7.3”
(66mm x 185mm)
Sleeve Diameter: .7” (17.8mm)
Principal Materials:
Aluminum Alloy
&
Stainless Steel
Patent Pending
rock exotica
SwivaBiner
09001A
001
09001A
001
kN 30 11 12
Year
Day of Year
Code
Serial Number
for the Day
To unlock, pull
sleeve down &
twist
Auto Lock
Screw Lock
Always verify
gate is closed
& the lock icons
are visible
Sleeves must
be locked for
carabiners to
achieve full
strength!
Sleeve must be
all the way up
& tight. Skull &
Crossbones
indicates it is
unlocked.
n

PURCHASE RECORD
Model
Complete Batch #
Year of Manufacture
Purchase Date
Date of 1st Use
User
DATE CONDITION INSPECTOR
Lifetime
10 years maximum, but will often
be much less depending of condi-
tions and frequency of use; it could
even be a single use in extreme
cases.
Retire from Service & De-
stroy if the Equipment:
1. Arrests a fall or is signicantly
loaded.
2. Does not pass inspection or there
is any doubt about its safety.
3. Is misused, altered, damaged,
exposed to harmful chemicals, etc.
Consult the manufacturer if you
have any doubts or concerns.
Detailed Inspection
In addition to inspection before,
during and after each use, a de-
tailed inspection by a compentent
inspector must be done at least
every 12 months or more frequently
depending on amount and type of
use. Keep a record of these inspec-
tions. Make a copy of these instruc-
tions and use one as the permanent
record and keep the other with the
equipment.
It is best to issue new equipment
to each user so they know its entire
history.
SwivaBiner Rotation
The swivaBiner is designed to rotate
to provide orientaion, not for high
speed or constant turning or turning
with a heavy load, as it does not
have ball bearings. For these uses
Rock Exotica makes a variety of ball
bearing swivels. Please consult us.
Ancorage Requirements
The anchor should normally be
above the user’s position and
conform to the applicable standard.
You are responsible to verify the
suitability of this equipment and
your anchor and other gear with
regard to government and all other
other applicable standards.
Always minimize fall potential and
make sure there is enough room
under you to avoid hitting anything
in case of a fall.
Repairs to Equipment
Are only allowed by the manufac-
turer or those authorized in writing
by the manufacturer.
Compatibility
A connector must only be connected
to compatible components, such as
approved anchorages and lanyards.
Incompatible connections can cause
detachment, breakage or reduce
safety.
You must determine if combinations
of components and/or subsystems
are compatible – never use if they
could adversely affect or interfere
with safe functioning of each other
or other components.
Carabiners must never be connect-
ed to each other or to snaphooks.
Loading & Force
Carabiners achieve full strength
only when loaded near the back
of the frame. Any other position
reduces its strength. Strength will
also be reduced by wide webbing or
clipping over large objects.
A carabiner must be able to move
freely and stay properly aligned
with the load. Any restraint is
dangerous.
An Inward Force on the
Gate is Very Dangerous
Because the sleeve can be broken,
causing catastrophic disconnection.
This can result from a descent de-
vice, anchor, buckle or other object
levering against the gate.
Inspection Before & After
Each Use
Check all parts for cracks, deforma-
tion, corrosion, wear, etc. Verify
that the gate and sleeve close and
lock and function properly in every
respect. The Keylock slot must not
be blocked by foreign matter and
the sleeve function must not be
impaired by dirt, ice, corrosion, etc.
Inspection During Use
Regulary inspect and monitor your
system. Regularly conrm your
carabiners are locked and posi-
tioned properly with respect to your
other gear.
Maintenance & Storage
Clean if necessary with fresh water,
then allow to dry completely. Light
surface corrosion may be removed
with a wire brush (no power tools).
Heavy corrosion requires retire-
ment.
A light lubricant may be applied if
needed.
Store in a dry place away from ex-
tremes of heat and cold and avoid
exposure to chemicals.
Intended Use
This Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) is used to connect two or
more pieces of equipment together.
It can be used in Personal Fall Ar-
rest Systems (PFAS), work position-
ing, restraint and rescue systems.
It can also be used for climbing
and mountaineering. It is intended
for use by medically t, specically
trained and experienced users.
Limitations On Use
It is impossible to imagine all the
ways this equipment can be misued.
It must be used only for the specic
purpose it was designed for; it must
not be used for any other. Only the
loading in the “OK” box is allowed. Responsibility
Thorough and specic training is
absolutely essential before use.
Being at height is dangerous and
it is totally up to you to reduce the
risks as much as possible - but the
risks can never be eliminated.
You must personally understand and
assume all risks and responsibili-
ties of using this equipment. If you
cannot or do not want to do this, do
not use this equipment.
w
OK!
w
w
0 kN!
DANGER! NEVER APPLY A
BENDING FORCE
Due to leverage, even a small
amount of weight can cause
damage or catastrophic break-
age. Never use when bending
could occur!