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Low-Stretch Kernmantle Ropes
Official notice
30 Sept 2020
Last checked
30 Sept 2020
An official CPSC notice concerns Low-Stretch Kernmantle Ropes. The rope can have a deep cut or tape securing two ends of rope together, which can cause the rope to fail, posing fall and injury hazards to the user. Published 2020-09-30.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and inspect the rope for a deep cut or tape connecting two ends of rope together, and if either is found, contact Petzl America for instructions on receiving a free replacement rope.
Units affected
14,850
Recall number
20194
Official notice
2020-09-30
The hazard
The hazard
The rope can have a deep cut or tape securing two ends of rope together, which can cause the rope to fail, posing fall and injury hazards to the user.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
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Brand: Petzl. Contact: Petzl America toll-free at 877-807-3805 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at safetynotices@petzl.com, or online at www.petzl.com and select Professional or Sport then click on Customer Service/Security Alerts located at the top of the page for more information.. Phone 877-807-3805.
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