• ALWAYS allow the equipment to dry naturally, and keep it away from open fire
or any other heat source
Note: This also applies to equipment that has become wet during use.
Lubrication
• Occasionally apply a small amount of a suitable spray lubricant, to the Gate
(17 & 25) mechanism. Afterwards, perform a thorough inspection as described
in 'Inspection procedure'
Transport
• ALWAYS transport this equipment inside a dedicated bag or suitable container
that protects it from mechanical damage and shields the equipment from
high temperatures, humidity, UV rays and chemicals
Storage
• Store this tool carefully in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children
• Store at moderate temperature and humidity, away from direct sunlight or
chemicals, inside a dedicated, UV-proof bag or container
• Never place heavy objects on top of this equipment
Disposal
Service life and product obsolescence
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 If subjected to an arrested fall, the gear must be withdrawn from service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.
Note: The date on which the product is removed from the original packaging
for the first time becomes the 'date of first use' , which should be recorded on the
Inspection Record (see end of this manual). The specified working life begins
from this point.
• Due to the ingress of dirt and grit, chemical contamination, edge and surface
damage, UV-light degradation and general wear and tear, all fall arrest,
work positioning and restraint equipment manufactured from synthetic
fibres (webbing and/or rope) is subject to a manufacturer's statement of
obsolescence, which is a requirement of BS EN365:2004
• This equipment is subject to a maximum working life of 5 years from the
recorded date of first use, providing the product has been correctly stored,
maintained and subjected to regular inspections by a trained and competent
person
• New equipment may be stored for a maximum of 5 years from the date of
manufacture, as indicated on the product, and will still give the potential
5-year working life – providing it remains in the original manufacturer's
packaging and is used and stored in accordance with the instructions provided
• If the new product is stored for longer than 5 years unopened from the date
of manufacture, the maximum remaining working life will be reduced up
until 10 years from the date of manufacture, as indicated on the product.
For example, if the product is stored new and unopened for 7 years then it is
opened and used, the maximum working life of the equipment will be the
remaining 3 years
Note: Other reasons why the product may be considered obsolete include, but
are not limited to, changes of applicable standard, regulations or legislation,
development of new techniques, or incompatibility with other equipment.
WARNING: Remove fall arrest equipment from service if
• it has been used to arrest a fall
• any damage is present
• identification is not evident (permanent markings are not legible or have
been damaged/removed)
• it exceeds its specified service life
• its full service history is unknown
• you have any doubt as to its integrity
Contact
Legal Manufacturer: Toolstream Ltd
For Declaration of Conformity please visit www.silverlinetools.com
For technical or repair service advice, please contact the helpline on
(+44) 1935 382 222
Web: silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Support
Address:
Toolstream Ltd.
Boundary Way
Lufton Trading Estate
Yeovil, Somerset
BA22 8HZ, United Kingdom
Notified body:
CCQS UK Ltd
5 Harbour Exchange
London
E14 9GE, United Kingdom
Notified body number:
1105
WARNING: If the product is re-sold outside the original country of
destination, it is essential the reseller shall provide instructions for use, periodic
examination, maintenance and repair in the language of the country in which
the product is to be used.
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