Product Familiarisation; Before Use; Intended Use - Silverline 255234 Mode D'emploi

255234
u) Store the equipment with its dedicated service record and usage
instructions. Gear with uncertain service history must be removed
from service and destroyed.
v) Before using this equipment, ensure that it complies with local
federal regulations and other applicable safety standards.
w) Textile products, including webbing and ropes, MUST NOT be
marked using ink from marker pens or paint, as these substances
may potentially lead to chemical damage of the material.
x) Store in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Product Familiarisation

1 Scaffold Hook
2 Karabiner
3 Energy Absorber (inside protective sheath)
4 Lanyard
5 Rope Thimble

Intended Use

• This shock absorbing lanyard is primarily used to connect to a suitable
anchorage as part of a fall arrest system.
For occasional personal, non-commercial use only!
Fig. A
Fall Arrest Fall Restraint
Usage limitations
• This equipment is designed for use by one person with a combined
total weight no greater than 140kg, including clothing, tools, and other
user-borne objects
• Acidic, alkaline, or other environments with harsh substances may
damage the equipment. DO NOT expose to corrosive environments
for prolonged periods of time. Organic substances and salt water are
particularly corrosive to metal parts
• DO NOT use in environments with temperatures lower than -40°C or
greater than 80°C
• Avoid contact with rough, abrasive surface, sharp edges, cutting tools
etc.
• Equipment must be shielded when used near welding, metal cutting, or
other activities that produce large amounts of heat
• Use extreme CAUTION when working near energized electrical
sources. Metal hardware conducts electric current. Maintain a safe
working distance (at least 3m) from all electrical hazards
WARNING: Fall arrest gear is designed to arrest a fall from height ONLY
ONCE! If subjected to an arrested fall, the gear must be withdrawn from
service and rendered unusable.
Unpacking your Product
• Carefully unpack and inspect your product. Fully familiarise yourself
• Ensure all parts of the product are present and in good condition. If

Before Use

Pre-use checks
• An inspection must be carried out before every use. All parts of the
• Check correct function of Karabiner (2) and Scaffold Hook (1), and
• Check the Lanyard (4), Rope Thimble (5) and the Energy Absorber (3)
Note: Refer to the 'Maintenance' section for further advice on inspection
and fault conditions.
Anchorage requirements
• According to EN795 the minimum strength of any anchorage is 10kN
Positioning
• Check anchorage for signs of deterioration
• As with all fall arrest gear, anchorages must be subjected to regular
• Check that the karabiner is the correct size for the anchorage to be
Anchorage position
• The anchorage of the system should preferably be located above the
Use as part of a fall arrest system
• Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems shall be capable of
Use as part of a work positioning system
• Structures to which a work positioning system is attached shall be
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with all its features and functions
any parts are missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before
attempting to use this product
gear must be inspected in an area with appropriate light conditions
smooth operation of their safety mechanisms
including its protective sheath for damage
Fig. B
inspections by a competent person. Inspect at least once every three
months and record findings in a dedicated service record
used. If the karabiner is too small, use an anchor sling to connect to
the anchorage
user's position
sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the
system of at least
• 22kN for non-certified anchorages, or
• Two times the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required
strength shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached
capable of sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted
by the system of at least 13kN, or twice the potential impact force,
whichever is greatest. If more than one system is attached to one
anchorage, the required strength shall be multiplied by the number of
systems attached
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