Petzl MINI User Manual

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P59A Mini / P66A GeMini P595010A (220609)
WARNING
Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently dangerous.
You are responsible for your own actions and decisions.
Before using this equipment, you must:
- Read and understand all Instructions for Use.
- Get specific training in its proper use.
- Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
- Understand and accept the risks involved.
FAILURE TO HEED ANY OF THESE
WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SEVERE
INJURY OR DEATH.
MINI
GEMINI
3 year guarantee - Made in France
EN 12278
0197
individually tested
80 g
MINI
7
11 mm
135 g
GEMINI
7
11 mm
UIAA
(EN) Pulley
(FR) Poulie
(DE) Seilrolle
(IT) Carrucola
(ES) Polea
THIS MINI / GEMINI MEETS THE
AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
OF NFPA 1983, STANDARD ON LIFE
SAFETY ROPE AND EQUIPMENT FOR
EMERGENCY SERVICES, 2006 EDITION.
After removing the notice from the equipment,
make a copy of it and keep the original as part
of a permanent record that includes the usage
and inspection history for the equipment. Keep
the copy of the notice with the equipment and
refer to it before and after each use. Additional
information regarding auxiliary equipment can
be found in NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire
Department Occupational Safety and Health
Program, and NFPA 1983, Standard on Fire
Service Life Safety Rope and System
Components.
NFPA
CERTIFICATION FOR
MINI P59A and
GEMINI P66A
3.
Field of application
1.
Inspection, points to verify
Tracability and Markings
Patented
Patented
1
2
3
4
4
MINI
GEMINI
Nomenclature of parts
2.
1
2
3
GEMINIMINI
MBS 23 kN
L (LIGHT USE)
MEETS NFPA
1983 (2006 ED.)
x2
MINI / GEMINI
GEMINI
0197
TÜV Rheinland
Product Safety
GmbH Am Grauen
Stein
D-51105 KÖLN
N°0197
APAVE SUD Europe
BP 193, 13322
Marseille Cedex 16
N°0082
Body
controlling the
manufacture
of this PPE
Notified body
that carried
out the CE type
inspection
a. b.
00 000 A 0000
Year of
manufacture
Day of
manufacture
Control or name
of inspector
Incrementation
Individual number
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Traceability:
datamatrix=product
reference+
individual number
c.
d.
Rope
diameter
Compatibility
4.

Petzl MINI Specifications

General

Brand	Petzl
Model	MINI
Category	Safety Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Product Overview and Safety

MINI and GEMINI Pulley Specifications

Details weight, rope diameter compatibility, and CE/UIAA certifications for MINI and GEMINI pulleys.

Critical Safety Warnings and NFPA Certification

Covers essential safety instructions and NFPA 1983 certification for emergency services use.

Tracability and Components

Tracability and Identification Markings

Explains datamatrix codes, individual numbers, and manufacturing date markings for product tracking.

Field of Application, Parts, and Compatibility

Defines intended use, identifies pulley parts, and outlines compatibility checks.

Load Limits and System Efficiency

Working and Breaking Load Limits

Specifies the maximum working load and ultimate breaking load for MINI and GEMINI pulleys.

Pulley System Efficiency Examples

Illustrates efficiency gains in simple and 2:1 hauling pulley systems using these devices.

Detailed Usage, Safety, and Lifecycle

Intended Use, Responsibilities, and Warnings

Covers purpose, user accountability, critical safety advice, and general use guidelines.

Part Identification, Inspection, and Compatibility

Details pulley components, essential pre-use checks, and compatibility with system elements.

Load Capacity, System Efficiency, and Precautions

Explains load limits, pulley system efficiency, self-jamming features, and deviation use.

Product Lifecycle Management

Service Life, Storage, and Disposal

Defines product service life, proper storage, handling modifications, and disposal criteria.

Warranty, Liability, and Traceability

Outlines the 3-year warranty, liability limitations, and detailed traceability marking explanations.