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Indice 1 - 18/06/12
ROPES
Usage tips
•Do not walk on the ropes
•When tying-in repeatedly,tie into alternate ends of the rope on each pitch to avoid
creating twists.
•Avoid descending too fast on a rope as this heats the sheath and accelerates wear
(rappelling, or lowering a climber on toprope). During very rapid descents, a rappel device
can become hot enough (230°C) to melt the nylon fibers of the rope.
•Store your ropes in a proper bag that will protect them from dirt.
•Store ropes in bags, uncoiled. This avoids creating twists. Keep rope away from
contact with sharp objects (ice screws, ice axes, crampons).
•Keep your ropes clean. A rope's condition can have an impact on the wear of other
gear. For example, a muddy rope can inhibit the proper function of an ascender. A wet,
sandy rope can cause premature wear of ascenders, descenders, and connectors.
•Mountaineering, especially in glaciated areas, canyoning and caving are practiced in
extremely abrasive environments, laden with silt, water, and sand. Remember to rinse
your ropes with water after use.
•Cutting rope:
- Use a hot knife to obtain a neat, clean cut.
- When cutting rope (new ropes on reels sold by the meter, or used ropes divided into
multiple sections), you should mark each rope end with the appropriate information. At a
minimum, write the diameter and new length of the rope.
- Use labels or adhesive tape to record information on standards and protect the label with
a heat-shrink sheath (WARNING: do not exceed 80°C).
Required information on the label:
- The name of the manufacturer
- The type of rope.
- The CE mark with the number of the certifying body.
- The length.
- The diameter.
- The identification number containing the year of manufacture.
- The product model number.