PETZL LYNX Crampons for Mountaineering Boots Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- PETZL
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Instruction Manual
LYNX Crampons for Mountaineering Boots
Crampons for mountaineering boots
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently dangerous. You
are responsible for your own actions and decisions.
Before using this equipment, you must:
– Read and understand all Instructions for Use.
– Get specific training in its proper use.
– Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
– Understand and accept the risks involved.
FAILURE TO HEED ANY OF THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR
DEATH.
Accessories – Spare parts
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Warning symbols
Traceability and markings
a. APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS 8 rue Jean-Jacques Vernazza Z.A.C. Saumaty-Seon – CS
60193 13322 Marseille CEDEX 16 France N°0082
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TECHNICAL NOTICE LYNX
- Field of application (text part)
- Nomenclature
- Inspection points to verify
- Compatibility
- Fitting to your boots
A. Adjusting the front binding system| B. Size adjustment.
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C. Rear binding system adjustment| D. Strap adjustment
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E. Function test (text part)
- Switching to mono or dual front points
- Antibiotic system
- Additional information
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FAQ – Contact Questions – Contact
This product is compliant with Regulation 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment as amended to apply in Great Britain. The UK declaration of conformity is available at Petzl.com
These instructions explain how to correctly use your equipment. Only certain
techniques and uses are described.
The warning symbols inform you of some potential dangers related to the use of
your equipment, but it is impossible to describe them all. Check Petzl.com for
updates and additional information.
You are responsible for heeding each warning and using your equipment
correctly.
Any misuse of this equipment will create additional dangers. Contact Petzl if
you have any doubts or difficulty understanding these instructions.
Field of application
This equipment is personal protective equipment (PPE) used to protect against
sliding.
Ice climbing and technical mountaineering.
This product must not be pushed beyond its limits, nor be used for any purpose
other than that for which it is designed.
Responsibility
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently dangerous.
You are responsible for your own actions, decisions, and safety.
Before using this equipment, you must:
– Read and understand all Instructions for Use.
– Get specific training in its proper use.
– Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
– Understand and accept the risks involved.
Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in severe injury or death.
This product must only be used by competent and responsible persons or those
placed under the direct and visual control of a competent and responsible
person.
You are responsible for your actions, your decisions, and your safety and you
assume the consequences of same. If you are not able, or not in a position to
assume this responsibility, or if you do not fully understand the Instructions
for Use, do not use this equipment.
Nomenclature
(1) Front points, (1 bi) Front points positioning nut, (1 ter) Spacer, (2)
Linking bar, (2 bis) Rear, (3) Adjustment tab, (4) Strap, (5) DOUBLE BACK
fastening buckle, (6)
Antibiotic system, (7) Heel lever, (8) FIL FLEX, (9) FIL.
Material: tempered steel.
Inspection, points to verify
Your safety is related to the integrity of your equipment.
Petzl recommends a detailed inspection at least once every 12 months. Follow
the procedures described at Petzl.com. Record the results on your PPE
inspection form.
Before each use
Before each use, check the general condition of your crampons.
Verify that the front and rear bindings and antibiotic systems are in good
condition and properly adjusted.
Verify that the adjustment tab and the linking bar are properly engaged.
Make sure there are no cracks in the body or the points, especially on the
front points.
During use
During use, regularly verify that your crampons are fastened tightly.
Compatibility
Verify that this product is compatible with the other elements of the system
in your application (compatible = good functional interaction).
Make sure that your boots are compatible with your crampons.
Always carry out a compatibility test before using your equipment in the
field.
Crampons may not always be adaptable to certain boots.
Fitting to your boots
Remember to adjust the crampons to your boots before use. Crampons are
asymmetric; do not switch the right foot with the left foot.
A. Adjusting the front binding system
The front holes allow the system to be adjusted to the desired length for the
front points (long or short).
Tip for unfastening the binding system: see drawing.
B. Size adjustment
Warning: not all linking bars are compatible with all crampon models.
Make the adjustments for one foot, then use the same setting for the other
foot, using the letters or numbers on the tab.
C. Rear binding system adjustment
D. Strap adjustment
The strap fastening buckle must always be on the outside of the foot.
Be sure to keep enough strap length to be able to change from the FIL system
to the FIL FLEX.
E. Compatibility test
Carry out shaking or kicking test: the crampon must not move, even when forced
in different directions.
If necessary, adjust the settings by repeating these steps. Carry out the test
again.
Warning: a poorly adjusted crampon can result in loss of the crampon.
Switching to mono or dual front points
For this operation, use the provided key and the linking bar to tighten or
loosen the front points positioning nut.
Make sure to always securely tighten the front points positioning nut.
Antibiotic system
Before mounting, completely disassemble the crampon.
Warning: even when using an antibiotic system, you must always beware of snow
buildup under the crampons, which increases the risk of sliding and falling.
Additional information
This product meets the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on personal
protective equipment. The EU declaration of conformity is available at
Petzl.com.
When to retire your equipment:
WARNING: an exceptional event can lead you to retire a product after only
one use, depending on the type and intensity of usage and the environment of
usage (harsh environments, marine environments, sharp edges, extreme
temperatures, chemicals…).
A product must be retired when:
– It has been subjected to a major fall (or load).
– It fails to pass inspection. Do you have any doubt as to its reliability?
– You do not know its full usage history.
– When it becomes obsolete due to changes in legislation, standards,
technique, or incompatibility with other equipment…
Destroy these products to prevent further use.
Icons:
A. Unlimited lifetime (except straps: 10 years) – B. Acceptable temperatures –
C. Usage precautions – D. Cleaning – E. Drying – F. Storage/transport – G.
Maintenance – H. Modifications/repairs (prohibited outside of Petzl
facilities, except replacement parts) – I. Questions/contact
3-year guarantee
Against any material or manufacturing defect. Exclusions: normal wear and
tear, oxidation, modifications or alterations, incorrect storage, poor
maintenance, negligence, and uses for which this product is not designed.
Warning symbols
1. Situation presenting an imminent risk of serious injury or death. 2.
Exposure to a potential risk of accident or injury. 3. Important information
on the functioning or performance of your product. 4. Equipment
incompatibility.
Traceability and markings
a. Meets PPE regulatory requirements. Notified body performing the EU type-
examination – b. Traceability: DataMatrix – c. Serial number – d. Year of
manufacture – e. The month of manufacture – f. Batch number – g. Individual
identifier – h. Standards – i. Read the Instructions for Use carefully – j.
Model identification – k. Name of the manufacturer – l. Manufacturer address –
m. Date of manufacture (month/year)
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