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255234
t) All product markings must remain intact and clearly legible for
the entire service life of this equipment.
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 Shoulder Straps
2 Chest Strap
3 Chest Strap Sliders
4 Chest Buckle
5 Leg Straps
Leg Strap Buckles
6
(three-bar slide & square link connections)
7 Dorsal Attachment Point (A)
8 Sternal Attachment Point (A/2)
Intended Use
• This harness is designed for use in a fall arrest system, where, when
used in combination with a suitable lanyard, shock absorber and
anchorage, it prevents the user from going into a free fall.
For occasional personal, non-commercial use only!
Fig. A
Fall Arrest Fall Restraint
Usage limitations
WARNING: This harness MUST NOT be used as a work positioning,
restraint or rescue system as described in EN363.
• This equipment is designed for use by one person with a combined
totalweight 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 energised 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 If subjected to an arrested fall, the gear must be withdrawn from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
• A visual and tactile (i.e. by sense of touch) inspection must be carried
1. Slowly pass webbing, belt or rope through your hands to detect small
2. Inspect all stitching for visual damage
3. Check all hardware and connectors for damage and confirm
Note: Refer to the 'Maintenance' section for further advice on fault
conditions.
Fitting and adjustment
• Preparation (see Fig. B):
1. Identify all parts and straps (see 'Product Familiarisation')
2. Open and release the Chest Buckle (4) and both Leg Strap Buckles (6)
Note: Loosen all three-bar slide and square link type connections fully, in
order to retighten during fitting.
3. Lift the harness on the D-ring of the Dorsal Attachment Point (A) (7),
• Fitting shoulder and chest (see Fig.C+D):
1. Fit the Shoulder Straps (1) of the harness over your shoulders
2. Place your arms through the Shoulder Straps, so the Dorsal Attachment
Positioning
Note: Ensure the harness is not twisted 'inside out', by checking that the
D-ring of the Dorsal Attachment Point (A) (7) is located outermost.
3. Close the Chest Strap (2) by inserting the male end into the female
4. Adjust the Chest Strap Sliders (3) up or down the harness
Note: The Chest Strap must run squarely over the sternum. It must not
run diagonally or close to the throat region.
• Fitting legs (see Fig. E-H):
1. Stand upright and straight, locate the Leg Straps (5) and ensure they
2. Reach behind and pass the first Leg Strap in between your legs from
3. Fasten the Leg Strap Buckle (6), by inserting the three-bar slide
4. Repeat on the other side
5. Adjust the Leg Straps by pulling the end of the webbing through the
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any parts are missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before
attempting to use this product
out before every use. All parts of the gear must be inspected in an area
with appropriate light conditions
cuts of 1mm or more in material edges, abrasions and twist damage.
Feel for softening and hardening of fibres and look for ingress of
contaminants
functionality. Confirm safety devices (such as gates on karabiners etc)
are functioning properly
and ensure all straps are hanging straight
Point (A) (7) is located on the back
connector, and adjust by pulling or releasing the open end of the
webbing material
are not twisted
back to front
through the square link, so both parts sit flat on top of each other and
interlock
belt slider until a snug fit is achieved and the webbing material sits
comfortably, as high as possible, between the inside leg and groin.
Release and readjust if necessary until a safe fit has been achieved
Fall Arrest Kit
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