Intended Use; Usage Limitations; Before Use - Silverline 255234 Mode D'emploi

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Intended Use

Harness
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.
Energy absorbing lanyard
This shock absorbing lanyard is primarily used to connect to a suitable anchorage
as part of a fall arrest system.
Screwgate karabiner
This karabiner is primarily used as an anchorage connector in personal fall arrest
systems. It may also be used for work positioning, travel restriction, rescue,
retrieval, evacuation and confined space entry/exit operations, depending on the
associated system components used in combination with this karabiner.
Scaffold hook
This scaffold hook is primarily used as an anchorage connector in personal fall
arrest systems. It may also be used for work positioning and travel restriction,
depending on the associated system components used.

Usage limitations

WARNING: The harness MUST NOT be used as a work positioning, restraint
or rescue system.
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 If subjected to an arrested fall, the gear must be withdrawn from service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.
• 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 energised electrical sources. Metal
hardware conducts electric current. Maintain a safe working distance (at least
3m) from all electrical hazards
• A full body harness is the only acceptable body holding device that can be
used in a fall arrest system
• Never exceed a total sub-system length of 2m with an energy absorber,
including lanyard, terminations and connectors
• Never use a lanyard for fall arrest purposes without an Energy Absorber (10)
• Always minimise the amount of slack in the lanyard near a fall hazard
• Always move to an area where there is no fall hazard to adjust the lanyard
length
• Never use separate lanyards each with energy absorbers parallel to each other
in a fall arrest system. Otherwise, they may become entangled and prevent
the Energy Absorbers from functioning
Unpacking Your Product
• Carefully unpack and inspect your product. Fully familiarise yourself with all
its features and functions
• Ensure all parts of the product are present and in good condition. If any parts
are missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use
this product
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Before Use

Pre-use checks
• A visual and tactile (i.e. by sense of touch) inspection must be carried out
before every use. All parts of the gear must be inspected in an area with
appropriate light conditions
• Slowly pass webbing, belt or rope through your hands to detect small 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
• Inspect all stitching for visual damage
• Check all hardware and connectors for damage and confirm functionality.
• Check correct function of Karabiner (13) and Scaffold Hook (9), and smooth
operation of their safety mechanisms
• Check the Lanyard (11), Rope Thimble (12) and the Energy Absorber (10)
including its protective sheath for damage
Note: Refer to the 'Maintenance' section for further advice on fault conditions.
• If the risk assessment shows that loading over an edge is possible, take
appropriate precautions to ensure safe use of the Lanyard
Harness fitting & adjustment
Preparation (see Image A):
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), and
ensure all straps are hanging straight
Fitting shoulder and chest (see Image B and C):
1. Fit the Shoulder Straps (1) of the harness over your shoulders
2. Place your arms through the Shoulder Straps, so the Dorsal Attachment Point
(A) (7) is located on the back
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 connector,
and adjust by pulling or releasing the open end of the webbing material
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.
Note: The Sternal Attachment Point (A/2) (8) must be used with a D-ring and
suitable lanyard, shock absorber and anchorage, as an alternate fall arrest
configuration, depending on the nature of the work being conducted by the
user. It is recommended a D-ring always be used in both attachment points at
all times.
Fitting legs (see Images D - G):
1. Stand upright and straight, locate the Leg Straps (5) and ensure they are not
twisted
2. Reach behind and pass the first Leg Strap in between your legs from back
to front
3. Fasten the Leg Strap Buckle (6), by inserting the three-bar slide through the
square link, so both parts sit flat on top of each other and interlock
4. Repeat on the other side
5. Adjust the Leg Straps by pulling the end of the webbing through the 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
WARNING: Correct fitting of the Leg Straps (5) is of paramount concern for
the safe and effective function of the harness. Severe injury can occur during
an arrested fall, if the webbing material is twisted, or if the Leg Straps are not
adjusted properly in the groin region.
Note: Confirm comfortable yet snug fit of the harness by squatting down and
moving your arms above your head. The user must be able to comfortably
move around and reach their working position, without the harness restricting
movement.