Call for inspection for the ASTRO and CANYON GUIDE harnesses
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
Last update : OCTOBER 30 2023
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. If there is a green sticker inside your harness's plasticized label (located inside the belt), it has already been inspected. |
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ASTRO BOD FAST international version |
C083BA03 |
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included. If there is a green sticker inside your harness's plasticized label (located inside the belt), it has already been inspected. |
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ASTRO SIT FAST | C085AA00 C085AA01 C085AA02 |
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included. If there is a green sticker inside your harness's plasticized label (located inside the belt), it has already been inspected. |
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CANYON GUIDE | C086BA00 C086BA01 |
All serial numbers up to 23J 0000000 000 included. If there is a green sticker inside your harness's plasticized label (located inside the belt), it has already been inspected. |
Origin and consequences of the defect
Components 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 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. |
2) Perform the test below: NB : A manual pressure is enough. |
2) Perform the test below: NB : A manual pressure is enough. |
The pin does not slide completely (a few mm of functional play is normal):
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The pin slides out completely (it can be removed by hand):
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The pin does not slide completely (a few mm of functional play is normal):
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The pin slides out completely (it can be removed by hand):
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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.
Have there been any injuries with the products affected by this information?
To date, no injuries have been reported.