Climbing Technology by Aludesign S.p.A. via Torchio 22
24034 Cisano B.sco BG ITALY www.climbingtechnology.com 9/54
Member of IST23-2D674CT_rev.1 03-23
ENGLISH
The instruction manual for this device consists of general and specific instructions,
both must be carefully read and understood before use. Attention! This leaflet
shows the specific instruction only.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS CRIC.
This note contains the necessary information for a correct use of the following
product/s: multifunctional rope clamp with integrated pulley for mountaineering,
rope access work and rescue.
1) FIELD OF APPLICATION.
EN 12841:2006-B - Rope access system / Rope adjustment device type B /
Working line ascender. EN 567:2013 - Mountaineering equipment: rope clamps.
EN 12278:2007 - Mountaineering equipment: pulleys. This product is a personal
protective device (P.P.E.). It is compliant with the Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
Attention! According to EN 12841 standard, for this product the indications of
the standard EN 365 must be respected (general instructions / paragraph 2.5).
Attention! According to EN 12841standard, for this product a periodic thorough
inspection is compulsory (general instructions / paragraph 8). Danger of death!
This product is not a fall arrest device (EN 353-2 / EN 12841-A) and cannot be
used for self-belaying when climbing.
1.1 - Intended uses. The device is designed for prevention against falls from height
(EN 567 / EN 12841-B / EN 12278).
2) NOTIFIED BODIES.
Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph 9 / table D): M6; N1.
3) NOMENCLATURE (Fig. 3).
A) Fixed side plate. B) Swinging side plate. C) Locking cam. D) Release button. E)
Hole for connection. F) Cam-opening cord. G) Sheave. H) Release button guard.
3.1 - Main materials. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (para-
graph 2.4): 1; 3; 7.
4) MARKING.
Numbers/letters without caption: refer to the legend in the general instruc-
tions (paragraph 5).
4.1 - General (Fig. 4). Indications:1; 4; 6; 7; 8; 10; 11; 12; 19; 30) Types and
diameters of compatible ropes; 31) Direction of opening; 32) Pictogram indicating that
the device includes pulleys mounted on ball bearings; 33) Maximum guaranteed strength; 34)
Maximum rated load.
4.2 - Traceability (Fig. 4). Indications: T1; T3; T8; T9.
5) COMPATIBILITY.
This product can only be used in combination with CE-marked equipment.
5.1 - Harnesses. This product is compatible with work harnesses (EN 813, EN
361) when used in compliance with EN 12841 and with mountaineering har-
nesses (EN 12277) when used in compliance with EN 567 and EN 12278.
5.2 - Ropes / accessory cords. Depending on the relevant legislation, the equip-
ment can only be used with the ropes and/or accessory cords listed in the table
(Fig. 2): EN 1891 semi-static kernmantle (core + sheath) ropes, EN 892 dynamic
ropes, EN 564 accessory cords. For the certification to the EN 12841 standard,
the following ropes have been used: Patron 10 and Patron 12 (Teufelberger). At-
tention! Do not use on wire ropes or braided ropes. Attention! In compliance with
EN 12841-B, the device can be connected to the EN 813 attachment point of
the harness using an EN 354 lanyard and compatible EN 362 connectors (Fig.
7): maximum total length = 1 m.
5.3 - Connector. Only use an EN 362 connector (mandatory for use in accord-
ance with EN 12841) or an EN 12275 connector equipped with a locking gate
in the hole for connection and with maximal length 110 mm. Attention! Make
sure that the connector in use allows the device to work in-line (Fig. 16.3) without
hindering its correct positioning (Fig. 16.4).
6) CHECKS.
Further to the checks listed below, comply with what indicated in the general
instructions (paragraph 3). Before each use, verify that: the cam rotates freely,
without jamming and the spring of the cam snaps it in the rope locking position;
all teeth of the cam are present and without any sign of wear; the pulley rotates
freely in both directions. During each use: always verify the correct placement of
the rope inside the device; the device and the rope must not lean against or get in
touch with cutting edges and abrasive materials (Fig. 16.6-16.8); ensure the rope
is always in tension to avoid possible free-falls; avoid having slack rope between
the anchor and the attachment on the harness.
7) ISTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
This device can be used in several modes: 1) Ascender (Fig. 5÷7); 2) Pulley (Fig.
8); 3) Rope clamp/pulley (Fig. 9); 4) Progress-capture hauling pulley (Fig. 10÷14).
7.1 - Warnings. 1) For user safety, it is essential that the device or the anchor
point are always positioned correctly and the work carried out in such a way as to
minimize the risk of falling and the height of fall. 2) Do not use connection methods
of the device other than those indicated.
8) ASCENDER MODE.
This mode allows ascending the rope in accordance with EN 567 / EN 12841-
B (e.g. rope ascent in rope access work - Fig. 7).
8.1 - Installation. Press the release button and rotate the swinging side plate as
shown (Fig. 5.1÷5.2 / 5.8÷5.9). Hold the rope slightly tensioned with one
hand and, while doing so, place the device behind the rope using the other hand
(Fig. 5.3). Push the device along the rope while keeping the rope in contact with
the locking cam, in order to make it open (Fig. 5.4) so as to allow the rope to
properly sit inside the device (Fig. 5.5). Alternatively, the cam can be opened
using the thumb, before inserting the rope inside the device (Fig. 5.10÷5.11).
Rotate the swinging side plate back to its initial position, as shown, until when
a ‘click’ - indicating it closed fully - can be heard (Fig. 5.6-5.12-16.10). Secure
a compatible connector into the dedicated hole for connection (Fig. 5.7-5.13).
Finally, perform a functional test of the device to verify its good functioning and the
correct direction of assembly of the rope (Fig. 5.14÷5.15). Attention! To remove
the rope, open the swinging side plate and, using a thumb, rotate the cam so as
to allow the rope to come out. Alternatively, open the swinging side plate and,
while holding the rope slightly taut, push and tilt the device so as to make the cam
open and the rope come out of its place.
8.2 - Use. The device is free to move upward and will lock in the position on
which is placed (Fig. 6.1). Be careful when approaching anchors and/or inter-
mediate anchors. Under no circumstances should the device be used in situations
with a potential fall factor greater than 1 (Fig. 16.2), i.e. the user must - at all times
- be located below the device and/or the anchor point (Fig. 16.1). Attention! A
fall with a fall factor greater than 1 could make the rope break. Attention! When
ascending a vertical rope, the device must be used in combination with another
rope-clamping device secured to the harness.
8.3 - Releasing. The device can be moved along the line in the opposite direc-
tion with respect to the direction of use: 1) Completely unload the device; 2)
Disengage the locking cam from the rope by pulling the cam-opening cord in the
direction shown in figure (Fig. 6.2); 3) Slide the device along the line while pulling
the cam-opening cord as shown (Fig. 6.2); 4) Finally, let go of the cord and put
the device back under load. Attention! Do not carry out these manoeuvres when
the device is under load (Fig. 6.3).
8.4 - EN 12841-B warnings. 1) The primary function of Type-B rope adjustment
devices is the progression up the work line; for this reason, it is essential that they
are always used together with a Type-A rope adjustment device connected to an
independent safety line. 2) Rope adjustment devices are not suitable for use in
a fall arrest system. 3) When an adjustable anchor line is loaded with the entire
weight of the user, it becomes a work line: to ensure the optimal safety of the user
it is therefore necessary that a safety line is used as well. 4) Only anchor points
that comply with the EN 795 standard can be used (minimum strength 12 kN or
18 kN for non-metallic anchors) that do not have sharp edges. 5) Avoid any over-
loading or dynamic loading on the device because can harm the anchor line. 6)
The technical performances of the anchor line might vary considerably, due to dirt,
moisture, ice, repeated uses on the same stretch: beware, because these changes
in condition can affect the integrity of the line and the locking performance of the
device on the rope. 7) There are no restrictions on the inclination of the anchor
rope. Nonetheless it is recommended to work as vertically as possible with the
anchor point, in order to limit the risk of a pendulum effect. 8) Different types of
anchor lines can affect the characteristics and the safe operation of the device. 9)
Maximum rated load: 100 kg.
9) PULLEY MODE.
This mode allows the lifting or transferring of a load in accordance with the EN
12278 standard. Attention! The use on tensioned highlines/Tyrolean traverses is
not covered by the EN 12278 nor EN 17109 standards (Fig. 8.5): in case of
such use, check the compatibility of the equipment with the line set-up by carrying
out the necessary tests (e. tension, inclination, distance between anchors, etc.).
9.1 - Installation. Press the release button and rotate the swinging side plate.
Install the rope on the sheave as shown (Fig. 8.1). Rotate the swinging side plate
back to its initial position, as shown, until when a ‘click’ - indicating it is fully closed
- can be heard (Fig. 8.2). Secure a compatible connector through the dedicated
hole for connection (Fig. 8.3).
9.2 - Efficiency (Fig. 8). Theoretically, the force (F) required to lift a weight (P) is
equal to the weight itself (F = P). In the real world, on the other hand, frictions do
exist and the force F required is actually greater: F=1.1P (example using Cric); F
= 2P (example using connector).
9.3 - Warnings. The stress on the anchor point and on the other elements of the
system can increase considerably due to the dynamic movements of the load
during the manoeuvre: verify the overall resistance of the system.
10) ROPE CLAMP/PULLEY MODE.
This mode offers two different configurations of use in which the device is in
a fixed position on the line and it allows the use of the pulley to create a haul
system. For the installation, follow the relevant drawings (Fig. 9.1-9.3) while ad-
hering to the instructions given in the previous paragraphs for the opening/clos-
ing of the device.
10.1 - Ascending configuration. The equipment, used in combination with a
self-braking descender, allows the user to ascend a rope, creating a hoist that can
reduce the effort required by the user to ascend the rope (Fig. 9.2).
10.2 - Hauling configuration: aid or simple haul systems. The equipment, used in