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.
OCTOBER 25 2023
CURRENT
References concerned by this request for inspection
| Product name | Picture | References | Serial numbers concerned |
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| ASTRO BOD FAST european version | C083AA00 C083AA01 C083AA02 |
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included | |
| ASTRO BOD FAST international version |
C083BA03 |
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
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ASTRO BOD FAST |
CANYON GUIDE |
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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. |
1) Prepare for the test: In accordance with the instructions for use, check that the 2 screws are present and correctly installed. |
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2) Perform the test below: |
2) Perform the test below: |
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The pin does not slide:
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The pin slides out completely:
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The pin does not slide:
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The pin slides out completely:
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3) Test assessment: A)
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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.
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