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Removing the harness
1. Ensure you are located in a safe place away from any fall hazards
2. Open both Leg Strap Buckles (6) by passing the three-bar slide through the
square link
3. Open the Chest Strap (2) buckle
4. Remove your arms from the harness
Note: Inspect the harness after use, and follow instructions for cleaning,
disinfection, transport and storage as outlined in 'Maintenance' .
Connecting to other fall arrest system
components
• Use the Dorsal Attachment Point (A) (7) to connect to the shock absorber or
shock absorber/lanyard combination using a suitable karabiner
WARNING: The total length of a lanyard connected to an energy absorber
should NOT exceed 2m.
• Use the Sternal Attachment Point (A/2) (8) to connect to a mobile fall arrester
and other rope access systems
Clearance
Fall clearance (Fig. II):
• Before use, it is essential to verify the clearance required beneath the user. This
clearance must be sufficient to prevent the user from hitting the ground or
another obstacle, in the event of a fall
Swing falls (Fig. III):
WARNING: The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious
injury or death.
• Swing falls occur when the anchorage is not located directly above the point
where a fall occurs.
• Minimise swing falls by working as close as possible to the anchorage
• DO NOT enter a situation where a swing fall could occur, if it is likely to result
in an injury
Note: The risk of swing falls significantly increases the clearance required when
using a self-retracting lifeline or another variable length connecting system.
WARNING: When connectors are poorly positioned, the attachment D-rings
could act as a lever on the gate of a karabiner and subsequently damage it when
sudden tension comes on to the rope. ALWAYS ensure connectors remain safely
positioned during use.
Anchorage requirements (Fig. IV)
• The minimum strength of any anchorage must be 10kN, according to EN795
• Check anchorage for signs of deterioration
• As with all fall arrest gear, anchorages must be subjected to regular
inspections by a competent person. Inspect at least once every three months
and record findings in a dedicated service record
• Check that the karabiner is the correct size for the anchorage to be used. If the
karabiner is too small, use an anchor sling to connect to the anchorage
Anchorage position
• The anchorage of the system should preferably be located above the user's
position
Use as part of a fall arrest system
• Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems should be capable of sustaining a
static load, applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least:
• 22kN for non-certified anchorages
• 2 x the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required
strength should be multiplied by the number of systems attached
Compatibility
• This harness, energy absorbing lanyard, karabiner and scaffold hook is
compatible with miscellaneous fall arrest systems and safety gear
Notes:
WARNING: Always verify that all components used in combination with each
other are compatible.
• Connecting hardware must be compatible in size, shape, and strength.
Non-compatible connectors may accidentally disengage and lead to serious
injury or even death
• Only use connectors, such as D-rings, snaphooks, karabiners and other
equipment with a minimum rating of 22kN
Operation
Note: This equipment must ONLY be used by competent operators. All users
must be trained in its safe use. Inexperienced users must receive instruction
prior to using this equipment. A risk assessment must be carried out before
undertaking any operations requiring fall arrest equipment.
WARNING: ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the
work area and type of activity, including but not limited to, eye protection, gloves,
hard hat, protective shoes and hearing protection.
Note: Check the correct fitting and adjustment at least every 2 hours during use.
This may save your life! Regularly check connections with other equipment in
the system and ensure
Opening & closing the screwgate karabiner
WARNING: This karabiner must ALWAYS be used with the Gate (17) closed
and fully locked. To check whether the Gate is securely locked, ensure that the
Locking Sleeve (18) has been turned clockwise all the way, so it prevents the Gate
from opening when pushed.
• To open, turn the knurled Locking Sleeve anticlockwise until the gate opens
• Push the Gate inwards to open the karabiner
• To close, release the mechanism, let the Gate return to its closed position, and
turn the knurled Locking Sleeve all the way clockwise, into the locked position
Opening & closing the scaffold hook
WARNING: This scaffold hook must ALWAYS be used with the Gate (25)
closed and fully locked! To check whether the Gate is securely locked, try pushing
the Gate open from the outside; it must not open without the Locking Lever (26)
being operated first.
1. Push the Locking Lever (see Fig. V: "1") towards the hook's Spine (24)
2. The Gate (see Fig. V: "2") is now unlocked and can be pushed in to open
3. Release the Gate and the Locking Lever to close
Making connections (see Fig. IV & VI)
WARNING: ALWAYS follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with
each system component.
WARNING: Never apply multiple loads to a single karabiner.
• When using a karabiner to connect to an anchorage, or when connecting
components of a fall arrest system together, ensure that accidental
disengagement ('rollout') cannot occur
Note: Rollout is possible when interference between a karabiner and the mating
connector causes the karabiner's gate or keeper to accidentally open and release.
• DO NOT use connectors that will not completely close over the anchor point
• DO NOT make knots in a lanyard
• DO NOT hook a lanyard back on to itself
• DO NOT attach two or more karabiners to each other
• DO NOT attach two or more karabiners into one D-ring
• DO NOT attach karabiners directly to a horizontal lifeline
• DO NOT choke hitch the lanyard
Proper alignment of the karabiner under load
• The Karabiner (13) must be installed so that the loads are applied in the area
designed for greatest strength (see marking on the product and Fig. VII)
• The anchorage or anchorage connector should be seated in the radius of the
Karabiner opposite the Gate (17)
• DO NOT apply loads across the Gate (Fig. VI)
• The Karabiner must be able to move freely and without interference during
use. ANY constraint or external pressure is DANGEROUS (Fig. VI)
• Be aware that some equipment combinations may reduce the effective
strength of the Karabiner (e.g. when connecting to wide straps)
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