Function And Description - Tractel stopfor B Instructions D'emploi Et D'entretien

Warning
1. Before using the stopfor, to ensure that it is operated safely
and efficiently, it is essential that users read this manual,
understand its contents in full, and comply absolutely with its
instructions.
2. This manual must be kept in good condition, until the device
is taken out of service, and must be made available to all ope-
rators. Additional copies can be supplied on request.
3. The information marked on the device (see "Marking" sec-
tion) must remain totally legible. If this information is erased,
the device must be permanently removed from use.
4. The stopfor is a fall arrest safety system component, which
must only be used in combination with other components that
are compatible with one another and with the stopfor, and
which comply with the applicable safety regulations and stan-
dards, in particular standard EN 363.
5. The stopfor can only be used by one single trained and com-
petent person, or under the supervision of such person. The
principle of any such training must include the procedure to
adopt in the event of a fall by the user. It should also include
a demonstration as to how to set up and operate the stopfor
on a full system, taking example of an actual operating situa-
tion and using the appropriate safety measures.
6. It is essential to follow the instructions for attaching equip-
ment together to form the protection system, as detailed in
this manual and in the instructions supplied with the other
equipment attached to it.
7. In particular, each stopfor should be exclusively assembled
on a flexible anchor line, the specifications of which must be
strictly identical to those of the Tractel anchor line, commer-
cialised for the stopfor's corresponding model.
The non-compliance of this requirement can put the user's
life at grave risk. It is thus the responsibility of the user, or of
his employer, to take stock of the available anchor lines to
prevent any mistake in this regard.
8. Tractel imposes the use of a Tractel anchor line and declines
full responsibility for using a stopfor with any anchor line other
than that of Tractel origin and of the model indicated for the
stopfor's corresponding model. Furthermore, Tractel can only
guarantee a fall-prevention system, if it is exclusively compri-
sed of components commercialised, serviced, assembled
and set up, in accordance with the applicable safety measu-
res and standards.
9. Tractel accepts no responsibility for the operation of a stopfor
which has been dismantled other than under its control, in
particular in the event of the replacement of original parts
with parts from another source.
10. Any modification or addition to the equipment can be done
only upon prior written approval from Tractel. Must only be
used with a belay support marked EN 353-2.
11. Prior to using the stopfor, the user, or the authority in charge
of his safety, shall have verified the solidity of the anchor line's
fastenings, in accordance with the rules and standards in
force.
12. Never use a stopfor or an anchor line that is not in apparent
good order. Prior to each use, the user should manually test
the functioning of the stopfor on its anchor line (see "Tests
prior to use" chapter). Any damaged stopfor must be returned
to Tractel or to its distributor for repair, unless there is a deci-
sion to eliminate. Likewise, any anchor line showing signs of
wear or damage must be eliminated.
13. All B, K, S, A or AP stopfor models must only be used on a
vertically suspended anchor line, or where the maximum
angle with the vertical is 30°.
14. Any stopfor having prevented a fall, or the security of which is
questioned, must be returned to Tractel or to its authorised
repair company for verification. Any such device can only be
re-used upon written agreement from either Tractel or its
authorised repair company. Moreover, the anchor line in use
when the stopfor became activated to prevent the user's fall
must be withdrawn from any further use.
15. Any repairs must be carried out in accordance with the Tractel
operating procedures.
16. Never use the stopfor, and the components used with it in the
safety system, for any purpose other than that for which they
are intended, and under conditions other than those descri-
bed in this manual.
In particular, never use the stopfor for suspending the opera-
tor other than in the event of a fall, and never use it for a res-
cue operation.
17. It is important to return the stopfor to Tractel, or to one of its
authorised repair companies or competent persons, for servi-
cing at least once every twelve months. Such servicing
should not only cover the functioning of the device, but should
also concern the legibility of markings. It is to be reminded
that safety of the user is linked to the maintaining of the
equipment's efficiency and resistance.
18. Important: If you are responsible for assigning the equipment
to an employee or similar person, ensure that you comply
with the applicable health and safety at work regulations.
19. It is recommended that the stopfor is personally allocated to
each user, especially if this is an employee.
20. Any stopfor or anchor rope that has been removed perma-
nently from use must be destroyed or made permanently
unavailable, to avoid it being used by mistake.
21. For security reasons, it is important to ensure that the device
or the anchoring point is always positioned correctly, and that
the work is carried out with the aim of reducing, as far as pos-
sible, any risk of fall and the height of the fall.
22. For security reasons, it is essential to verify, prior to each use,
the space required beneath the operator at the workplace to
avoid the presence of any object in the zone of a possible fall
and to avoid any collision with the ground.
23. Never use the stopfor if any one of its elements is damaged
or if it risks deteriorating the safety function of the device.
When setting up, it is essential to ensure that no deterioration
of the safety functions occurs.
24. The user should be fit and healthy, both physically and men-
tally, when using the equipment. Should there be any doubt,
it is advisable to consult a doctor. The stopfor must not be
used by pregnant women.
25. The equipment should not be used above its limits, or in any
other situation than the one intended (see "Conditions of use"
chapter).
26. Should the stopfor be sold to another country than its original
destination, it is essential, for the security of the operator, that
the supplier provides all instructions (i.e. general manual,
maintenance and repair, periodical inspections) in the lan-
guage of the country of use.
27. Prior to using the stopfor, it is essential that the user, or the
authority in charge of his/her safety, shall have verified that
the solidity of the anchor line fastenings is in conformity with
the rules and standards in force.
28. The planned life-spans are:
- 10 years for the stopfor
- 6 years for the lanyards and anchor lines.
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
For any special application, please contact TRACTEL.

Function and description

The stopfor is a fall-prevention self-tightening mechanical devi-
ce, which comprises, with the flexible anchor line on which it sli-
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