Petzl ASAP Lock

Primary functions

Constant fall protection:
– arrests falls, slides, and uncontrolled descents
– works on vertical or angled rope
– locks on the rope even if grabbed during the fall
Integrated locking function
At moderate speeds, the locking wheel turns freely in both directions
A rapid downward movement causes the locking wheel to stop rotating; the rope is locked by pinching between the wheel and the frame

For use with EN 1891 A Rope 10mm-13mm in a rope access system
For use with Petzl Parallel 10.5mm rope or Axis 11mm rope in a fall arrest system
Must be used with Petzl Absorbica or Sorber lanyard, properly installed with tool

Attach with Petzl Absorbica or Sorber lanyard to sternal harness D ring
Install on rope with arrow towards tensioned side of rope and ensure secure closure of both cams
Function check by moving device up the rope then pulling down to ensure it locks down on the rope and check the function of the lock button
To unlock the device, it must be pushed upward, keeping the locking wheel
pressed against the rope, so that it turns counter-clockwise
Required clearance height with absorbica, FF1- 1.5m plus rope stretch; FF2- 2.4m plus rope stretch

On low angles, ASAP may not recognize a slow slide as a fall. Install knots in the ropes to prevent impacting obstacles or falling over an edge
In windy conditions, use lock feature and weight or anchor rope below
On a taut rope, the ASAP will still function

Use extra carabiner to direct tail rope in line with device
To prevent slack from developing, hold the tail rope when lowering and use the lock button to go hands free

Use absorbica lanyard only
More clearance required 5m plus rope stretch
Minimize slack in the back up system
If practical, both rescuer and victim should each have a device on separate ropes

Verify that the absorber is correctly installed on the clevis, and that the latch is properly tightened
Verify there are no cracks, nicks, deformation, wear, corrosion (on the frame, wheel, arm, clevis)
Verify the condition of the safety catches, and that their return spring works
Verify that the arm pivots on the axle, and that the return spring works
Verify that the locking wheel is clean and that the teeth are not worn out. Warning: if one or more teeth are missing, do not use the ASAP. If the teeth are dirty, see the paragraph on Cleaning, maintenance
Verify that the locking wheel rotates smoothly, through one complete
revolution in both directions
Inspect absorbica for evidence of deployment, damage, and wear full function test on rope