Operation - Honeywell Miller MightEvac Manuel D'utilisation

4.0 Operation

Retrieval Operation
The MightEvac retrieval mechanism is to be used only in the event of an
emergency. Do not use for routine hoisting of personnel or materials.
several feet of lifeline and hold in position
before engaging retrieval mechanism.
Always maintain tension on the lifeline
while in retrieval mode.
Pull out on the plunger pin until the ratchet
handle pops outward. It may be necessary to
rotate the handle slightly to fully engage the in-
ternal gears. The plunger pin should snap back
into its original position when the gears are fully
engaged. The unit is now in retrieval mode.
by raising or lowering a person to safety.
TO RAISE: While maintaining light tension on
the lifeline, rotate the ratchet handle counter-
clockwise (CCW) to crank the lifeline into the
housing.
TO LOWER: To extend lifeline from the housing
(to lower), rotate ratchet handle in clockwise
(CW) direction. [NOTE: If the internal brak-
ing mechanism has been activated, such as
in the upward direction (CCW) for one-half to
one rotation, then reverse the direction (CW) to
begin lowering. A minimum of 75 lbs. (34kg) is
required for lowering.]
plunger pin has returned completely into
the locked position when changing the
unit from retractable to retrieval mode.
Do not use the unit if it will not hold the
load while in retrieval mode.
Self-Retracting Lifeline Operation
To return the unit to the retractable mode, remove the weight from the lifeline and secure the end of
the lifeline as it will begin to retract once the internal gears are disengaged. Pull out on the plunger
pin and hold. Push inward on the ratchet handle, where it connects to the gear shaft, to disengage
the gears and let pin drop into the locked position.
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PAT. NO. 5,771,993
SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINE WITH EMERGENCY RESCUE
WARNING! FAILURE TO OBSERVE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY
Always use and inspect unit in accordance Do not allow the lifeline to become slack.
with manufacturer's instructions. Do not allow cable, rope or webbing
Do not use as a restraint or positioning lifelines to come in contact with anything
device. that will damage the lifeline including, but
Use only with attachment fittings and safety not limited to, sharp, abrasive, rough or
harness recommended by manufacturer. high-temperature surfaces, welding, heat
Always connect the hook directly to sources, electrical hazards, or moving
attachment point on harness. machinery.
Guard against swing falls by keeping the Wear gloves when inspecting or handling
lifeline vertically overhead. Never work cable lifelines.
above the device. Check lifeline for damage, frays, or cuts that
Keep user and other workers from becoming will reduce the strength.
entangled in lifeline. Maintain tension on the lifeline while letting
Do not allow lifeline to drag over it retract after disconnecting from worker.
obstructions. Servicing must only be performed by the
Never clamp off or stand on the lifeline. manufacturer or an approved agent.
WARNING: Manufacturer's instructions supplied with this product at time of shipment must be followed: Failure to do so could result in serious
injury or death. Only for use by ONE person as a personal fall arrester. Device must be taken out of service for inspection and recertification
after arresting a fall or when the impact indicator has been activated. Contact Miller Fall Protection if instruction manual is needed.
ADVERTENCIA: Deben seguirse los instrucciones del fabricate provistas con este producto al momento de despacho: El no hacerio
puede resultar en lesiones graves o la muerte. Solo para el uso por UNA SOLA persona coma detentor personal contra caidas. El
dispositivo debe retirarse del servicio para ser inspeccionado y recertification luego de haber detenido una caida o cuando se haya
activado el indicator de impacto. Si se requiere el manual de instrucciones consulte con Miller Fall Protection.
ADVERTISSEMENT: Vous devez respecter les instructions du fabricant que vous avez recues avec le produit: Dans le cas
contraire, vous risquez de blessures graves ou meme lamort. Utiliser seulement par UNE personne comme arret de chute
personnelle. L'appareil doit etre mis hors d'utilisation pour inspection et recertification apres avoir arrete une chute ou
lorsque l'indicateur d'impact a ete active. Contactez Miller Fall Protection si vous avez besoin d'un nouveau manuel.
LB388
Rev. D
MFP9350111
PLUNGER PIN
RATCHET
HANDLE