Introduction and Warnings
This document provides instructions for the correct use of the Petzl ST'ANNEAU sling. It is essential to read and understand all instructions before use. Activities involving this equipment are inherently dangerous, and users are responsible for their own actions, decisions, and safety.
WARNING: Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in severe injury or death.
The ST'ANNEAU is a sling designed for mountaineering, climbing, and other vertical sports. It also serves as a Type B temporary anchor device according to EN 795:2012.
Key Warnings:
- Activities are inherently dangerous; user responsibility is paramount.
- Read and understand all instructions.
- Get specific training.
- Understand capabilities and limitations.
- Understand and accept risks.
- Do not fall on a sling.
- Ensure products do not rub against abrasive or sharp surfaces.
- Users must be medically fit for activities at height.
- Inert suspension in a harness can result in serious injury or death.
Product Description and Specifications
The Petzl ST'ANNEAU is a sling made from high-modulus polyethylene. It is designed for fall protection and as a temporary anchor device.
Specifications:
- Available Lengths: 24 cm, 60 cm, 120 cm
- Strength Ratings:
- Sling Strength: 22 kN
- Other tested strengths: 10 kN, 16 kN
- Test strength: 2x22 kN
- Principal Materials: High-modulus polyethylene
- Standards Compliance:
- EN 566:2017 (Sling)
- EN 795:2012 Type B (Temporary anchor device)
- CE 0082
- UK CA
- UIAA
Visual Description: The product is a loop of webbing, typically shown in various lengths. Diagrams illustrate its use in different climbing scenarios and its connection points. Force distribution is shown visually, indicating how forces are handled at different angles (e.g., 58%, 71%, 100%).
Usage and Safety Precautions
Field of Application: Personal protective equipment (PPE) for fall protection in mountaineering, climbing, and similar vertical sports. Not to be used for hoisting.
Inspection:
- Periodic Inspection: Recommended at least every 12 months by a competent person. Record results on a PPE inspection form.
- Pre-use Check: Inspect webbing and stitching for cuts, wear, damage from heat or chemicals, cut or loose threads.
- During Use: Regularly monitor the product's condition and its connections to other system components.
Compatibility: Ensure compatibility with other system elements. Equipment used must meet current national standards (e.g., EN 12275, EN 362 connectors).
EN 566 Usage Precautions:
- Results are from laboratory testing on new products.
- Warning: Do not fall on a sling.
- Wet or frozen slings are more difficult to handle.
EN 795 Type B Standard Information: When used in a fall arrest system, the user must have a means to limit impact force to 6 kN. The structure must withstand 12 kN.
Additional Information:
- Melting point of high-modulus polyethylene (140° C) is lower than nylon/polyester.
- Have a rescue plan and means to implement it.
- Anchor point should preferably be above the user and meet EN 795 (12 kN minimum strength).
- Check required clearance below the user before each use to avoid hitting obstacles.
- Ensure anchor point is correctly positioned to limit fall risk and length.
- A fall arrest harness is the only allowable body support in a fall arrest system.
- Be aware of potential dangers when using multiple equipment items.
- Avoid rubbing against abrasive or sharp surfaces.
- Users must be medically fit for activities at height.
- Follow instructions for all associated equipment.
- Ensure product markings are legible.
Maintenance, Storage, and Retirement
Maintenance:
- Cleaning/Disinfection: The document mentions E. Cleaning/disinfection.
- Drying: The document mentions F. Drying.
- Storage/Transport: Store in a dry, cool place away from UV light, chemicals, and sharp objects. The document mentions G. Storage/transport.
- Modifications/Repairs: Prohibited outside of Petzl facilities, except for replacement parts. The document mentions H. Modifications/repairs.
When to Retire Equipment:
- Over 10 years old (plastic/textile).
- Subjected to a major fall or load.
- Fails inspection or reliability is doubted.
- Full usage history is unknown.
- Becomes obsolete due to changes in legislation, standards, or technique.
- Destroy retired products to prevent further use.
Temperature Range: Acceptable temperatures are -40°C to +80°C.
Traceability and Markings
Products are marked with:
- Manufacturer address (o)
- CE and UK CA certifications
- UIAA
- Standards (j)
- Model identification (l)
- Serial number (e) / Individual number (i)
- Manufacture date (f, g, n)
- Batch number (h)
- Traceability: datamatrix (c)
- Notified body information (b)
- Body controlling manufacture (a)
- Instructions to read carefully (k)
- For single-person use only (m)
Guarantee
Petzl offers a 3-year guarantee against material or manufacturing defects. Exclusions include normal wear and tear, oxidation, modifications, incorrect storage, poor maintenance, negligence, and uses for which the product is not designed.
Warning Symbols Explained
The document illustrates four warning symbols:
- Symbol 1: Situation presenting an imminent risk of serious injury or death.
- Symbol 2: Exposure to a potential risk of accident or injury.
- Symbol 3: Important information on the functioning or performance of your product.
- Symbol 4: Equipment incompatibility.
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