Camp 826 Enigma Swivel User Manual

Camp 826 Enigma Swivel

Product Information

Specifications

• Material: Aluminum, Stainless Steel, EPDM Rubber, TPU + Stainless Steel
• Control Unit: W1 – Production control body, W2 – Notified body for EU conformity testing
• Model: NAZEWNICTWO, SEZNAM IZRAZOV, NOMENKLATURA

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly

1. Identify the different parts: Piercie mocowania, Kolek uchylny, Korpus obrotowy, Korpus zamknity, Korpus otwierany, O obrotu, Korek, Nakrtka, Piercie cierny, Zlcze kocowe, Korpus, Zamek, Tuleja, Sworze dwigni, Klucz.
2. Assemble the parts according to the provided diagram.
3. Ensure all components are securely connected.

Operation

1. Rotate the appropriate components for desired functionality.
2. Apply necessary force for tightening or loosening components.

Maintenance

1. Regularly inspect for any signs of wear or damage.
2. Clean the product using a mild detergent and water.
3. Store in a dry and cool place when not in use.

FAQ

What materials are used in the product?

The product is primarily made of aluminum, stainless steel, EPDM rubber, and TPU with stainless steel components.

How often should I perform maintenance on the product?

We recommend conducting maintenance checks every 6 months to ensure optimal performance and safety.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The C.A.M.P. Group meets the needs of workers at height with light and innovative products. These are designed, tested and manufactured to a certified quality system, ensuring reliable and safe products. These instructions inform you about the correct use throughout the life of the product: read, understand, strictly respect and keep these instructions. If lost, you can download the instructions from the web site www.camp.it. The EU declaration of conformity can be also downloaded from our site. The retailer must provide the instruction manual in the language of the country where the product is to be sold.

USE – This equipment should be used only by trained and competent persons. Otherwise the user should be under the direct supervision of a trained and competent person. This notice will not teach you the techniques for work at height or any other associated activity: you must have received qualified instruction before using this product. Climbing, and any other activity for which these products may be used, is inherently dangerous. The consequences of incorrect selection, misuse or poor maintenance of equipment could result in damage, serious injury or death. The user must be medically fit and capable to control his own security and any possible emergency situations. For equipment intended for use in fall arrest systems, it is essential for safety that the anchor device or anchor point should always be positioned, and the work carried out in such way as to minimise both the potential for falls and the potential fall distance. Verify the free space required beneath the user at the workplace before each occasion of use, so that, in the case of a fall, there will be no collision with the ground or the other obstacle in the fall path. A full body harness is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used in a fall arrest system. The product should only be used as instructed and no alterations should be made to it. It may be used in conjunction with any appropriate items of suitable specification and according to the EN standards, with due consideration to the limitations of each individual piece of equipment. This leaflet shows examples of improper utilizations of this product. Note that it is impossible to show or imagine all improper utilizations and that this product should be used only in the way specified by the manufacturer in this leaflet. If possible this product should be treated as personal. If used by multiple individuals, these instructions must be available for consultation and must be respected by all users.

MAINTENANCE – Cleaning of the textile and plastic parts: rinse in clean water and neutral soap (max temperature 30°C) and dry naturally away from direct heat. Cleaning of the metallic parts: rinse in clean water and then dry. Sanitisation: the procedures are available on the website www.camp.it. Temperature: Always keep this product below 80°C so as not to affect the performance of the product. Chemicals: withdraw the product from service if it comes into contact with chemical reagents, solvents or fuels which could affect the performance of the product. Dirt that cannot be removed: spots of unknown origin that cannot be removed should be considered chemical contamination and therefore require that the product be disposed of.

STORAGE – Store unpacked in a cool, dry and well-ventilated, dark place away from heat sources, high humidity, sharp edges, corrosives or other possible causes of damage. Do not leave the product exposed to the weather.

RESPONSIBILITY – The company C.A.M.P. SpA, or the distributor, will not accept any responsibility for damage, injury or death resulting from misuse of or from modifications to a C.A.M.P. branded product. It is the user’s responsibility at all times to ensure that he/she understands the correct and safe use of any equipment supplied by or from C.A.M.P. SpA, that he/she uses it only for the purposes for which it is designed and that he/she practices all proper safety procedures. Before using the equipment, take all necessary steps to familiarise yourself with rescue techniques should an emergency occur. You personally assume all the risks and responsibilities for your actions and decisions: if you are not able or not in a position to assume these, do not use this equipment. 3 YEAR WARRANTY – This product is warranted against any faults in materials or manufacture for 3 years from the purchase date. Limitations of warranty include: normal wear and tear, modifications or alterations, incorrect storage, corrosion, damage due to accidents or negligence, use for which this product is not specifically designed.

SPECIFIC INFORMATION

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Summary
C.A.M.P. Enigma is a device designed to connect two elements between each other, which need freedom of movement. Enigma (tab.A) is a device certified according to the PPE-R/11.135 V2 methodology and the relevant points of EN 795:2012 and EN 354:2010. Enigma is also tested according to the American ANSI/ASSP Z359.12-2019 standard. ENIGMA 3 LOCK and ENIGMA 3 LOCK Double (Tab. A) are connectors certified according standards EN 362:2004 and EN 12275:2013, and method PPE-R/11.135 V2. Class A corresponds to the anchor connectors intended to be linked directly to an anchor. Class T corresponds to the termination connectors intended to allow a direction of load predetermined along the major axis. By way of non-exhaustive example, some applications are: creation of anchorages with self-orientable points, insertion in work-at-height and rescue systems for increased freedom of movements and preventing of twisting ropes and lanyards. This product is intended for use to protect and prevent against the risk of falling from a height in rescue operations, in work at a height, in the practice of mountaineering, rock-climbing and other vertical sports that use similar techniques.

Use

• Connect the device to the other system components following one of the methods below.
• CONNECTION TO THE ATTACHMENT WITH CONNECTORS (fig.1): insert the connector into the attachment ring [1]. Use EN 362 class B or ANSI Z359.12 connectors for industrial use or EN 12275 for mountaineering use; in the case of permanent connections, select by preference quick links (Class Q). Avoid transverse stresses on the connectors (fig.1b).
• DIRECT CONNECTION TO THE ATTACHMENT RING (fig.t2): compatible equipment can be connected directly to the attachment rings [1] without using connectors. Examples of connectable equipment are: descenders, ascenders, pulleys, metal rings, webbing loops, stitched ropes, lanyards, harnesses’ attachment points, anchors. The connected equipment must be free of burrs and/or sharp edges. Check that the connected equipment can rotate freely into the attachment ring [1]. For installation, follow the instructions reported in fig.2 (scan the QR code for video instructions). The nut [4] can be opened and closed by means of either the key [5] or any compatible tool (screwdriver, coin). Always check the nut [5] is completely closed before use, no specific torque is required.
• CONNECTION TO THE ATTACHMENT RING WITH HITCHES (fig.3): rope, webbing, loops can be knotted directly into the attachment rings [1]. Check that hitches are allowed on the equipment to be connected.
• CONNECTION WITH 3 LOCK CONNECTORS (Fig. 4): The correct connection to the connector is shown in Fig. 4. Notice: some situations can reduce the connector’s strength (fig. 7). Any positioning that stresses the connector lever is hazardous (Fig. 8).
• Before loading the system, always check that all components are correctly assembled and positioned in the right direction. For the preferential use (fig.5a), the working load limit (WLL) is 500 kg (~5 kN) and the breaking load (MBL) is 23 kN. In the event the load is applied on an attachment ring [1] within 120°, the tensile strength is 21 kN (Fig. 5b). Breaking load when loaded transversely (minor axis) is 19 kN (MBL) with 2.5 kN of working load limit (WLL)(fig.5c). Prevent Enigma from hitting uneven surfaces or sharp edges that could compromise its strength. (fig.6). If used in a fall arrest system, the system must limit the peak force below 6 kN. This force is transmitted to the structure; therefore, the minimum strength of the supporting surface must be checked (12 kN for metal anchors or 18 kN for fabric anchors) in addition to the direction of application of the force. Do not stay above the anchor point: risk of failure/injuries in case of fall. Take measures to avoid pendulum. Enigma should not be used alone as a fall arrest component. Enigma can be used in a fall-arrest system if combined with an EN 335 energy absorber, an EN 354 lanyard and EN 362 connectors. In this case the maximum length of the string- Enigma-absorber-connector system must never exceed 2 m and must be connected to the attachment element (A) of a EN 361 full body harness. The length of the device should be taken into account when used in any fall arrest system, as it will influence the length of a fall. Use adequate rescue equipment and provide adequate training for the work crew so that they can quickly rescue the injured person to minimise the suspension trauma effects.

  

CHECKING AND MAINTENANCE

Check the correct rotation of the swivel balls [2] at each use in case of dirt, clean with a blast of compressed air and/or immerse in fresh water and subsequently dry in a ventilated environment. After cleaning, the mechanism can be lubricated. A carabiner loses half of its resistance when the gate is open (tab.A). It is recommended to check that the gate is properly working before use; do not use the carabiner in case it occurs: MARKING

• if the gate does not come back properly when closing. During the inspection, the gate should be released slowly in order to nullify the spring action.
• wrong or incomplete functioning of the gate closing system. For manually closing of the Locking device, it has to be screwed and unscrewed completely. Never use a carabiner if it is just partially blocked. The automatic closing must be carried out completely, without any external aid. In certain environments, contaminants (mud, sand, paint, ice, dirty water, etc.) can prevent the automatic locking system from working.
  After cleaning, lubricate the mechanism with a silicone-based lubricant. It is recommended that the equipment be cleaned and lubricated after each use in marine environments. If the defect is still present after lubricating, the device must be removed from service.

PERIODIC INSPECTION

The safety of users depends upon the continued efficiency and durability of the equipment. In addition to normal visual inspection prior to, during, and after use, this product must be inspected by a competent person at least once every 12 months. This frequency should be increased if the equipment is used by multiple individuals or if subject to particularly harsh wear. The date of first use and of all inspections must be recorded on the product’s lifesheet. Keep all inspection and reference documentation for the entire life of the product. Do not remove or tamper with the product labeling. Remove the product from service
if its entire history is unknown and/or if the records are illegible. In case of one of the following defects are present, the product should be withdrawn from service immediately:

• excessive wear with a depth estimated to be greater than 1 mm;
• creation of space between the pivoting pins [1a] and the swivelling body [2];
• damage of the thread of the rotation axis [2c] which does not allow to screw the nut [4];
• presence of cracks;
• corrosion that seriously alters the surface state of the metal (it does not disappear after a slight rubbing with sandpaper);
• presence of permanent deformations;
• total locking of the rotation function, which cannot be solved through cleaning and lubrication.
• play or exit of the rivet from the gate
• incorrect placement of the gate on the carabiner body
• play or exit of the rotation axis of the gate

If the component or one of its parts shows signs of wear or defects, it must be replaced, even before the end of its expected lifetime. Attention: colors change can indicate chemical contamination. It must be replaced if there is any doubt about its condition. Each product in the safety system can be damaged during a fall and must be always inspected before use it again. Do not continue to use a product after a major fall because a damage may have occurred, even no external signs are visible.

LIFETIME
The lifetime of the product is unlimited, unless any defect appears and provided that periodic inspections are made at least once every 12 months from the date the product is first used and the results are recorded in the life sheet of the product. The following factors can reduce the lifetime of the product: intense use, damage to components of the product, contact with chemical substances, high temperatures, tears and abrasions, violent impacts, failure to maintain as recommended. When suspect that the product is no more safety and reliable, please contact C.A.M.P. SpA or the distributor.

DISPOSAL
When the product reaches its end-of-life, it is important that it be disposed of correctly. We recommend separating it into its basic materials (metal parts, fabric and plastic) with the assistance of suitable instruments (if necessary). The waste management procedure may vary based on your location. To manage the product (and its packaging) in the most suitable manner at end-of-life, check current regulations and instructions from the responsible local authorities.

TRANSPORTATION
Protect the product from risks such as those detailed above.

MARKING

1. Brand and name of the manufacturer
2. Name of the device
3. Reference number of the product
4. Conformity marking according to European regulation (EU) 2016/425
5. No. of the notified body controlling the manufacturing of the product – N
6. Certified model according to EAC standard
7. Certified model according to ANSI standard (USA)
8. Minimum breaking load
9. Breaking load major axis
10. Breaking load gate open
11. Read the instructions for use
12. Month and year of manufacture
13. Serial number
14. Working load limit
15. Suitable norm and year of publication
16. yClass according to EN 362
17. Class according to EN 12275 –

NOMENCLATURE

1. Attachment ring
   Pivoting pin
2. Swiveling body
   • Closed body
   • Openable body
   • Rotation axis
3. Cap
4. Nut
   Friction ring
5. Connettore 3LOCK
   • Body
   • Gate
   • Ghiera
   • Perno della leva
6. Key

MAIN MATERIA

[1][2a][2b][3][5a][5b][5c] Aluminum alloy
[1a][2c][4][5d] Stainless steel
[4a] EPDM rubber
[6] TPU+stainless steel

LIFE SHEET

• Model
• Serial numbe
• Month and year of manufacture
• Purchase date
• Date of first use
• User

Comments

Inspection every 12 months

C.A.M.P. SpA
Costruzione Articoli Montagna Premana Via Roma, 23 – 23834 Premana (LC) – Italy
Tel. +39 0341 890117 – Fax +39 0341 818010
www.camp.it – contact@camp.it

Documents / Resources

Camp 826 Enigma Swivel [pdf] User Manual 826 Enigma Swivel, 826, Enigma Swivel, Swivel

References

• User Manual