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 signicantly
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 conrm 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, specically
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 specic
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 specic 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.
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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!
