STEIN COPIOUS Hot, COPIOUS Cool, COPIOUS Tec, COPIOUS TAC User Instructions

User Instructions

STEIN COPIOUS

PERIODIC EXAMINATION RECORD

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Ridgegear recommends this product undergoes an in-depth inspection be fore it is used, periodically during use, and after each use. Do not hesitate to retire a product showing signs of wear which

might affect the strength, or restrict its operation. For your own safety we advise you adopt an inspection criteria for this product by a competent person. If you are not able, or not in a position to

assume this responsibility, seek professional advice.

Product Information

Instructions for maintenance

(1) The equipment may be cleaned with a mild detergent not exceeding 30°C, and must be rinsed afterwards in clean

warm water.
(2) Allow to dry naturally away from direct sources of heat. Rinse and/or wipe off any build up of dirt and grit.
(3) Store in a clean, dry area and away from direct source of heat, or any potentially sharp or abrasive objects such as

knives or tools. Avoid contact with strong acids or alkali, solvents, chemicals, excessive heat and/or sparks, UV

exposure.

Periodic examinations and service

(1) Before every use, the user shall inspect the equipment following the inspection guidelines below.
(2) The safety of the user depends upon the continued efficiency and durability of the equipment, therefore an additional

thorough periodic inspection is required by an independent competent person familiar with inspecting this type of

equipment.
(3) The frequency of examination and inspection must take into account legislation, equipment type, frequency of use

and environmental conditions. Through examinations must be carried out by a competent person every 6 months and

the results and date of the inspection must be recorded.
(4) The equipment must be totally retired from use after a maximum of 5 years after the date of first use.

Inspection

· Rope - check for cuts, tears, abrasion, scorch marks, burns, chemical attack or severely discoloured patches.

Local abrasion, distinct from general wear is often caused by passage of the rope over sharp and/or abrasive

edges, and may cause serious loss of strength. Slight damage and scuffing to outer fibres may be considered safe,

however more serious levels of abrasion and reduction in width or thickness or serious distortion of the weave pattern

must lead to immediate retirement from use.

· Stitching - check for broken, loose, worn or abraded stitches or severely discoloured patches to the stitching.

Immediately retirement from use if present.

· Rings - Check for any wear on the rings or signs of damage - Immediately retirement from use if present.

· Product marking – check that the product markings including the serial number are legible. Immediately retirement

from use if present..

Modification & repair

(1) This equipment must not be modified or repaired unless advised by us in writing. Only competent persons authorised

by us may carry out any repairs. If in doubt contact Ridgegear for further advice.

Records

(1) When using the equipment for the first time, ensure that the first part of the product record card is completed and the

date of first use is recorded.
(2) Ensure that the equipment is inspected at regular intervals dependent upon frequency of use. Details of all

inspections must be recorded in the spaces provided on the record card.
(3) It is essential for the safety of the user that if the product is resold outside the original Country of destination that the

reseller shall provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic examination and for repair in the language of

the Country in which the product is to be used.

Explanation of Product marking

Brand STEIN RGK26EE Product ID

Date Date of manufacture BSEN 795:1996 Class B EN Standard the product conforms to

Part Number (P/N) Product part number Book symbol Warning to read the user instructions

Serial Number (S/N) Unique traceability number CE 0086 Article 11b approving body

Marling Mills, Nelson Street, Leek, Staffs ST13 6BB

tel : [phone] fax : [phone]

WARNING

Activities using this type of equipment are inherently dangerous. It is

impossible to cover every eventuality relating to the use of this equipment.

Seek professional training from a fully qualified and competent instructor

prior to engaging in any activity. If you are not able, or not in a position to

assume this responsibility, do not use this product. You are responsible for

your own actions

Notified body

Article 10 of PPE Directive.

Satra Technology Centre, Kettering, Northampton NN16 9JH.

ID number 0321

Article 11 of PPE Directive

British Standards Institution, 389 Chiswick High Road, London W4 4AL

ID number 0086.

0086

BS EN 795:1996 Class B

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The manufacturer herewith declares that this product is in conformity with

the provisions of the following directives:

Please read these instructions thoroughly

before using this equipment

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Manufactured under license by

Unitex Ridgegear for STEIN

Instructions for use for the STEIN COPIOUS (ID RGK26EE)

complying with the requirements of EN795:1996 Class B. Read these instructions carefully before use.

Failure to follow these instructions may endanger life

Before use, a detailed risk assessment must be carried out by a competent person to establish that this is the correct product suitable for the type of

work to be being undertaken, taking into account anchor points, potential fall distance, obstructions, rescue system, etc.

The Copious is designed to be used as an anchor device tested to EN795:1996 Class B. It may not be used in a fall arrest system without energy absorbers according
to EN355. Maximum rated load assembled in accordance with these instructions is 100kg or a single user. All parts must be checked regularly before, during, and after
use. The length of the anchor device must be determined by the size of the object it is to be looped over or around. In order to avoid high loads the anchor point for
belay purposes must always be directly above the person to be belayed or suspended. Slack ropes must be avoided at all times.

Purchasers and users should seek professional training from a fully qualified and competent instructor prior to engaging in any activity using this equipment in the
following configuration. If you are not able, or not in a position to assume this responsibility, do not use this product. The manufacturer its distributors and retailers do
not accept any liability if users do not follow the instructions correctly. Only the techniques shown in the diagrams are authorised. Any other use deviating from those
shown may result in serious injury or death. Prior to each use a complete risk assessment must be carried out to ascertain that the device chosen configures with and
is appropriate to the work being undertaken.

(1) Users are warned that certain medical conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, vertigo, epilepsy, drug or alcohol dependence, could affect the

safety of the user in normal and emergency use.
(2) This equipment must only be used by suitably trained personnel who are competent in its safe use.
(3) Ensure before use that there is a suitable rescue plan to enable the retrieval of the user to a place of safety in the event of a fall or injury
(4) Never attempt to modify or repair this product.
(5) The intended purpose of this product is to use as an anchor point. Never use for any other purpose other than that for which it is intended.
(6) This product is recommended for personal issue.
(7) Ensure that any safety lines used with this equipment are suitably CE approved and compatible with this product.
(8) Also be aware of any possible dangers, which may arise through use of combinations of items of equipment in which the safe function of any one item is

affected by or interferes with the safe function of another.
(9) Before use, the user must be suitably qualified to carry out a pre-use check (see section on inspection)
(10) It is essential for safety that the equipment is withdrawn from use immediately should:

· any doubt arise about its condition for safe use or if the equipment shows excessive wear or damage to any part or

· if it has been used to arrest a fall

(11) Ensure that all anchor points and devices are compatible with this equipment and they have a strength of at least 10kN.
(12) In order to reduce the potential fall distance, ensure that the equipment anchor point is as high as possible above the user.
(13) A full body harness is the only acceptable device that may be used to arrest a fall.
(14) Either the rear or front harness D ring are acceptable attachment points. Never use work positioning D rings as attachment points for fall arrest
(15) Ensure there is sufficient clearance below the user, so that in the event of a fall, there will be no collision with the ground or other obstacle in the fall path. In

particular, allow for elongation of energy absorbers.
(16) The RGK26/CS is suitable for use in normal atmospheric conditions (-20°C to +50°C).

(17) To prolong the life of the product it is essential to keep the product clean and away for dirt. Avoid impact, sharp edges or abrasive surfaces, contact with

strong acids or alkali, solvents, chemicals, excessive heat and/or sparks, UV exposure.

General Guide

0086

BS EN 795:1996 Class B

The CE on this product is only applicable when manufactured by Ridgegear.

Article 10 of PPE Directive. Satra Technology Centre, Kettering, Northampton NN16 9JH. ID number 0321.
Article 11 of PPE Directive. British Standards Institution, 389 Chiswick High Road, London W4 4AL ID number 0086.

Notified Body

STEIN is a registered Trade Mark of

Fletcher Stewart (Stockport) Limited

Product Identification

· Ensure that a suitable anchor point is selected and is

compatible with the Copious. The anchor point must be able
to withstand the expected loads in worse case scenarios.

· Even when using shock absorbers (according to EN355) the

anchor point should be able to withstand forces of at least
10kN.

· Ensure there are no sharp edges or ridges. These should be

covered where necessary by auxiliary equipment.

· Ensure the Copious is securely fixed to the anchor point and

it is not possible for the Copious to slide down a structure
such as a vertical beam (see connection to a rope below)

· Always connect to the Copious with a compatible connector

meeting EN362 Standard (1)

· The Copious can be shortened by wrapping it around the

anchor point (2)

· NEVER use the Copious in a straight pull situation (3). It must

always be used in basket formation (1)

Standard Connection

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Manufactured from Yale Cordage 10mm Silverstreak Cool Accessory Cord - 100% Polyester. Double Braid construction.

COPIOUS Hot

Part Number: SS-1ESH075

Manufactured from Yale Cordage 10mm Silverstreak Hot Accessory Cord - 100% Polyester. Double Braid construction.

COPIOUS Tec

Part Number: SS-1EBL075

Manufactured from Yale Cordage 10mm Beeline Accessory Cord - Cover contains 50% Technora / 50% Polyester. Inner core
contains 100% polyester. Kernmantle construction.

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COPIOUS Cool

Part Number: SS-1ESC075

COPIOUS TAC

Part Number: SS-1EM0070

Manufactured from 8mm STEIN Globaltech Accessory Cord - Cover contains 50% Technora / 50% Polyester. Inner core contains
100% Polyurethane Coated SK75 Dyneema. Double Braid construction.