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96 Mechanical Prusik for tree care ZIGZAG ® Personal escape systems D22A Mechanical Prusik for tree care The device is released by simply pressing on the release lever. When the lever is released, the device locks again. Adjusting the pressure on this lever controls the speed of movement. The pulley is mounted on sealed ball bearings to allow the rope to be taken up easily. The swivel keeps the product in the right position. • Technique identical to classic Prusik pulley system • Release lever mounted on spring for great precision when locking/releasing the device. Adjusting the pressure on this lever controls the speed of movement • Friction links provide progressive braking action for smooth movement • Pulley mounted on sealed ball bearings to allow slack to be taken up easily • Swivel always keeps the device in position for better rope glide through the device • Steel construction for improved durability • Upper connection point for easily connecting the end of the doubled rope. It has a flexible ring that helps maintain the connector in the major axis position • Only for use on doubled ropes • Rope compatibility: semi-static 11.5 to 13 mm diameter ropes, EN 1891 type A • Certification(s): CE • Weight: 320 g EXO D30015 B Personal escape system with anchor hook adapted for locations where the possibility of finding an anchor point is uncertain Find all the possibilities of the ZIGZAG mechanical Prusik at www.petzl.com/ZIGZAG. • Two ways to use the multi-purpose anchor hook: - around a structure, fixed with a locking hitch - on a window sill, as a last resort • Self-braking system for: - rapid horizontal movement - going out a window - controlling and stopping a descent - limiting the force transmitted to the user in case of a fall • Technora (aramid fiber) 7.5 mm diameter static rope, resists abrasion and high temperatures • Meta-aramid fiber (fire-resistant) carry bag for attaching the system directly to the harness • Certification(s): NFPA 1983 Escape Use • Weight: 1700 g • Product comes with 15 m rope (other lengths available by special order) BECAUSE OF THE UNIQUE SHAPE OF THE ANCHOR HOOK, SPECIFIC PETZL TRAINING FOR THE EXO IS MANDATORY.