Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
危险说明 Hazard
- Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
受影响产品
官方描述 Description
The GRIGRI 2 belay device is used by rock climbers to control the climber's safety rope during a fall or while being lowered on the rope. The first five digits of the serial numbers of devices affected by this recall range from 10326 to 11136. The serial number is engraved on the body of the product underneath and protected by the folded handle. The belay devices are 4 inches in length and 2 inches in width, and come in grey, blue, and orange colors.
事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries
- Seven devices worldwide, including one in the U.S., were returned after the users noticed that the handle could become stuck in the open position. No injuries have been reported.
官方补救措施 Remedy
- Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.
消费者联系信息
For additional information, contact Petzl America at (800) 932-2978 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit http://www.petzl.com/us/outdoor/us/recall-replacement-grigri-2
相关企业
制造商:Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France
制造国家/地区:France
进口商:Petzl America Inc., of Clearfield, Utah
零售商:Sports and recreation stores in the U.S. and Canada from February 2011 to June 2011 for about $95.