Optiparts Trapeze Handle, Twisted

Safety Information

Safety Instructions for Sailing Trapeze Handles
Safe Usage Guidelines
Purpose
Trapeze handles improve stability and comfort for the sailor during sailing and while balancing on the trapeze. Use the handles only for their intended purpose – do not use them in sports other than sailing.

Correct Installation and Adjustment

Attaching the Handles:
Ensure that the trapeze handles are properly secured and fit securely in your hand.
If necessary, adjust the length of the trapeze straps or lines to ensure comfort and avoid the handles moving during sailing.

Securing the Handles:
Make sure all attachment mechanisms are properly fastened, and there is no looseness in the system that could affect safety during intense maneuvers.

Regular Technical Inspection
Pre-use Inspection:
Before each use, check the technical condition of the trapeze handles, paying attention to:

Attachment Mechanisms: Check that they are free from dirt and damage that could affect their durability.
Handles: Ensure that there are no cracks, scratches, or other damage that could affect their functionality.
Stability Check:
Make sure the trapeze system and handles are stable and properly adjusted to your body. Secure the handles so they do not move during use, which could lead to a loss of control over the boat.

Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning:
After each use, rinse the trapeze handles with clean water to remove salt, sand, and other contaminants. Avoid using detergents that may weaken the material.
Dry the handles in a shaded area, away from direct sunlight, to prevent degradation of the material.

Storage:
Store the trapeze handles in a dry, cool, and dark place, away from moisture and heat sources that could affect the material.
Ensure that during storage, the handles are not subjected to crushing or excessive tension that could damage them.

Safety Usage
Proper Technique:
When using trapeze handles, make sure you are in the correct position on the boat to avoid dangerous jerks.
Trapeze handles are designed to work in conditions of strong wind.

Caution:
Always ensure that the trapeze handles are correctly adjusted and secured before starting to sail. Improper adjustment can cause the handles to shift during intense maneuvers, which could pose a safety risk.

Emergency Situations
Accident or Damage:
In case of damage to the trapeze handles or noticing any irregularities in their operation, immediately stop using them and contact the manufacturer or seller.
If the trapeze handles are damaged while sailing, try to stabilize your position as quickly as possible to avoid dangerous situations on the water.

Contact for Issues
If you notice any manufacturing defects or damage, contact the manufacturer or point of sale. Do not modify the trapeze handles in a way that could affect their functionality or safety.

Manufacturer details

Optiparts Marine Equipment B.V.
Krommewetering 61
3543 AM Utrecht
Netherlands

mail@optiparts.com