Protecta VIPER LT Manuel D'instruction page 6

3.0 OPERATION & USE
3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection or restraint system before starting your work. Account for all factors
that may affect your safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements and limitations defi ned in
Section 2.
3.2 GENERAL USE CONSIDERATIONS: Avoid working where the Rope lifeline may cross or tangle with that
of another worker. Do not allow the lanyard to pass under arms or between legs. Do not clamp, tie, or
other wise prevent the Rope Grab lanyard connection cam/clamp (see Figure 2) from moving freely into the
"locked" position.
3.3 UNSTABLE SURFACES: The Rope Grab is not suitable for use on unstable or slowly shifting materials, such
as sand or grain.
3.4 IMMEDIATELY BEFORE USE CONDUCT A VISUAL INSPECTION:
• Inspect the Rope Grab body, cam/clamp, pivot pin and connecting wires for damage, corrosion or dirt. If
necessary, clean with mild detergent and rinse well with clean water. Assemble the Rope Grab and check
that the pivot pin locks into position and that the cam/clamp moves freely.
• Inspect the Rope for damage or malfunction which may have been caused by (and not limited to)
temperature, the effect of sharp edges, chemical reagents, electrical conductivity, cutting, abrasion, UV
degradation, other weather-related effects or excessive wear.
• Inspect carabiner, if used, for correct locking operation. Also check for signs of deformation, signs of
wear or corrosion.
• Inspect lanyard, if used, for cuts abrasions and fraying, heat and/or chemical damage and UV
degradgation. Confi rm that the lanyard has not been deployed. If there is any doubt about the condition
of the equipment, it should be removed from service and not used again until approved by a competent
person.
3.5 CONNECT THE ROPE GRAB TO THE ROPE LIFELINE:
WARNING: In situations where a fall hazard exists, use a back-up fall arrest system, such as a lanyard,
to protect against a fall.
Step 1. (See Figure 7) Remove the pivot pin (A) by pushing on the collar. Pull the pivot pin from the cam/
clamp. Move the cam/clamp (B) to one side and insert the Rope (D) into the body of the Rope
Grab.
Step 2. The arrow on the body (C) must point upwards and in the same direction as the top anchor
connection of the rope (D). Reposition the cam/clamp and insert the pivot pin (A) fully through the
body and the cam/clamp. Check that the pivot pin is locked. Button (E) must be fully exposed and
extended out from the pivot pin (A) shaft.
Step 3. Confi rm that the cam/clamp is replaced correctly. Verify that the up arrow is orientated in the same
direction as the up arrow on the Rope Grab body.
3.6 REMOVE ROPE FROM ROPE GRAB
(See Figure 7) Remove the pivot pin (A) by pushing on the collar. Pull the pivot pin from the cam/clamp.
Move the cam/clamp (B) to one side and remove the Rope (D) from the body of the Rope Grab.
3.7 POSITIONING THE ROPE GRAB ON THE ROPE LIFELINE: To reposition the Rope Grab on the Rope
lifeline, follow these steps:
1. To move the cam/clamp on the Rope, raise or lower the Rope Grab to the new position while ensuring the
cam/clamp is in contact with the Rope.
2. Check that the cam/clamp will lock onto the Rope by pulling it downwards. Position the Rope Grab at or
above your back D-ring to minimize free fall distance.
3. To check the locking action of the Rope Grab, lift up the cam/clamp and release. The Rope Grab must lock
onto the Rope. If the Rope Grab does not operate correctly, repeat attachment steps listed in section 3.7.
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