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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2011-08-30

Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard

Is my product affected?

GRIGRI 2 belay device with assisted braking

  • Brand Petzl SAS, of Crolles, France
  • Brand Petzl America Inc., of Clearfield, Utah

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Petzl America is recalling GRIGRI 2 belay devices used by rock climbers to manage safety ropes. The devices can malfunction when excessive force is applied to the handle, causing it to become stuck in the open position. When this occurs, the assisted braking function stops working, which creates a fall hazard for users. The affected devices have serial numbers beginning with 10326 through 11136, which are engraved on the underside of the product beneath the folded handle. The GRIGRI 2 measures 4 inches long by 2 inches wide and is available in grey, blue, and orange.

Consumers who own an affected GRIGRI 2 belay device should stop using it immediately and contact Petzl America for a replacement.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

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.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop use of the affected GRIGRI 2s immediately, and contact Petzl America for a replacement.

Details from the source

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.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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