Vertical Work Positioning; Travel Restraint - 3M Deus 3000 Série Manuel D'instruction

Vertical work positioning

Because DEUS 3000 Series controlled descent
devices can be operated hands-free in both "stop"
and "go" modes, they can be used for vertical work
positioning, which then allows you to work hands-
free.
Either "escape" or "rescue" rigging can be used for
vertical work positioning. Use "escape" rigging when
working alone. When working with a partner, use
either "escape" or "rescue" rigging.
Vertical work positioning is not the same as an
emergency escape. For best control when using
a DEUS 3000 Series controlled descent device for
vertical work positioning, descend under manual
control by manually tailing the free end of the rope.
When using a DEUS 3000 Series controlled descent
device for vertical work positioning in "escape" mode,
use this procedure:
a) Rig for "escape" by securing your DEUS 3000 Series
controlled descent device to your harness with a
suitable connector.
b) Connect your anchorage connector to a suitable
anchorage. It is especially important to use edge
protection for the rope when using your vertical
rescue system for vertical positioning.
c) Descend to the place where you want to stop and
work, and then turn the control
position to maintain your vertical position, hands
free. You will get the most control and the best
result if you descend under manual control by
tailing the rope.
d) When work is completed, re-initiate descent
by applying the manual rope tailing brake, turn
the control dial to the "go" position, and begin
descending. If you need to stop to work again at a
lower position, repeat the procedure.
When using a DEUS 3000 Series controlled descent
device for vertical work positioning in "rescue" mode,
use this procedure:
a) Rig for "rescue" by connecting your device to a
suitable anchorage. It is especially important to
use edge protection for the rope when using your
vertical rescue system for vertical positioning.
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b) Secure one end of the rope to your harness with a
c) Have your partner control your descent to the
d) When work is completed, have your partner
When working at height, it is advisable to use a
backup safety line whenever possible, such as a 3M
and DEUS 7300 Back-Up Belay Kit.

Travel restraint

DEUS 3000 Series controlled descent devices can be
used for travel restraint, meaning that they can be
used to prevent you from getting near a place where
you could fall.
dial to the "stop"
Either "escape" or "rescue" rigging can be used for
travel restraint. Use "escape" rigging when working
alone. Use either "escape" or "rescue" rigging when
working with a partner.
When using a DEUS 3000 Series controlled descent
device for travel restraint in "escape" mode, use this
procedure:
a) Rig for "escape" by securing your DEUS 3000 Series
b) Connect your anchorage connector to a
suitable connector.
place where you want to stop and work, and
then turn the control dial to the "stop" position to
maintain your vertical position, hands free. Your
partner will have the best control and achieve the
most precise result if he controls your descent
manually by tailing the rope.
re-initiate descent by applying the manual rope
tailing brake, turn the control dial to the "go"
position, and begin descending. If you need to
stop to work again at a lower position, repeat the
procedure.
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WARNING: DEUS 3000 Series controlled
descent devices are not to be used as fall-
protection systems.
controlled descent device to your harness with a
suitable connector.
suitable anchor point.