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Safety warning: Petzl Astro en Canyon Guide

Date of publication: October 25th 2023.

Request for inspection of ASTRO and CANYON GUIDE harnesses following the detection of a defect on the gated opening attachment point of an ASTRO harness. Due to the risk of unintentional opening of this attachment point, which could result in a life-threatening situation, we ask you to stop any use of these harnesses and to carry out immediately the following inspection.

References concerned by this request for inspection

Product name Picture References Serial numbers concerned
ASTRO BOD FAST european                       C083AA00
C083AA01
C083AA02
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included
ASTRO BOD FAST international     

C083BA00
C083BA01
C083BA02

C083BA03
C083BA04
C083BA05

All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included
ASTRO SIT FAST        C085AA00
C085AA01
C085AA02
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included
CANYON GUIDE               C086BA00
C086BA01
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included

Origin and consequences of the defect

Bill of material of the gated ventral attachment point:

The defect is due to a poor machining process of the metal D. This can cause the pin to slide completely sideways, despite the presence of the 2 screws. This situation presents a risk of death due to strangulation or falling from a height.

Inspection procedure Astro

ASTRO BOD FAST
ASTRO SIT FAST

1) Prepare for the test:
​In accordance with the instructions for use, check that the 2 screws are present and correctly installed.

Remove any accessories mounted in the shackle connection holes.

2) Perform the test below:

The pin does not slide:                                                          The pin slides out completely:

 Compliant result                          Non-compliant result

3) Test assessment:

A)  Compliant result

  1. Your product is not affected by this defect.
  2. Fill in the form to enable us to follow the progress of this request for inspection: form

B)  Non-compliant result

  1. Isolate the metal D.
  2. Do not use this harness.
  3. Quarantine it.
  4. Contact us.

C) If you have any doubts about how to perform the test

Please contact us.

Inspection procedure Canyon Guide

CANYON GUIDE

1) Prepare for the test:
In accordance with the instructions for use, check that the 2 screws are present and correctly installed.

2) Perform the test below:

The pin does not slide:                            The pin slides out completely:

  

 Compliant result                         Non-compliant result

3) Test assessment:

A)  Compliant result

  1. Your product is not affected by this defect.
  2. Fill in the form to enable us to follow the progress of this request for inspection: form

B)  Non-compliant result

  1. Isolate the metal D.
  2. Do not use this harness.
  3. Quarantine it.
  4. Contact us.

C) If you have any doubts about how to perform the test

Please contact us.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the serial number of my harness?
The serial number is located on the plastic label inside the belt.

Does this apply to all colors of metal D?
Yes.

Do I have to dismantle my gated ventral attachment point to perform this inspection?
No.

I have a lanyard installed on my harness. Do I have to dismantle it?
No.

Do I need to check that the screws are tightened to the correct torque?
No, for this inspection, torque has no impact.

I've never used my harness, do I need to inspect it?
Yes.

I'm already using my harness, do I need to inspect it?
Yes.

Is it necessary to apply high pressure on the pin to detect this defect?
No, just a little pressure is necessary.

During the test, the pin does not slide but I notice a slight play, is this normal?
Yes, this is a normal functional play.

Have there been any injuries with the products affected by this information?
To date, no injuries have been reported.

More information

For more information of this safety warning, please visit the: webpage of Petzl or contact us.