Silverline 867882 Mode D'emploi page 6

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Connecting to other fall arrest system components
• When used as part of a fall arrest system, connect to dorsal attachment point of harness,
combined with a suitable shock absorber
WARNING: The total length of a lanyard connected to an energy absorber shall NOT exceed 2m .
• Connect to appropriate D-rings on work positioning or restraint system (refer to manufacturer's
recommendations)
WARNING: Karabiners and other connectors must ALWAYS be used with the gate closed and
securely locked .
Fig. C
2m
Maximum
2m 6.75m
1.5m
1m
Clearance
• Fall clearance:
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 case of a fall (see Fig. C)
• Swing falls:
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
(see Fig . D) . 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 .
Compatibility
• This product is compatible with miscellaneous fall arrest systems and safety gear, including but
not limited to the following Silverline products:
• 257875 Fall Arrest Harness
• 250482 Fall Arrest Harness
• 251483 Premium Restraint & Fall Arrest Harness
Notes:
• 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
• ALWAYS take the length of the connectors into consideration, when planning the layout of a fall
arrest system, as it will influence the total length of the fall
WARNING: Always verify that the connecting karabiner and the D-ring on the harness or
anchorage connector are compatible .
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 .
Opening and closing the screw gate Karabiner
• 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
WARNING: This Karabiner must ALWAYS be used with the gate closed and fully locked! To
check whether the gate is securely locked, ensure that the locking sleeve has been turned clockwise
all the way, so it prevents the gate from opening when pushed .
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Fig. D
Swing
Fall Hazard
Opening and closing the Scaffold Hook
1 . Push the locking lever (see Fig . E: "1") towards the hook's spine
2 . The gate (see Fig . E: "2") is now unlocked and can be pushed in to open
3 . Release gate and locking lever to close
WARNING: This scaffold hook must ALWAYS be used with the gate 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 being operated first.
Fig. E
1
2
Making connections (see Fig . B)
WARNING: Never apply multiple loads to a single karabiner .
• When using a Karabiner (2) to connect to an anchorage, or when connecting components of a fall
arrest system together, ensure that accidental disengagement (aka . '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
WARNING: ALWAYS follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with each system
component .
Proper alignment of the karabiner under load
• The Karabiner (2) must be installed so that the loads are applied in the area designed for greatest
strength (see marking on the product and Figs . F and G)
• The anchorage or anchorage connector should be seated in the radius of the Karabiner (2)
opposite the gate
• DO NOT apply loads across the gate
• The Karabiner must be able to move freely and without interference during use . ANY constraint
or external pressure is DANGEROUS
• Be aware that some equipment combinations may reduce the effective strength of the Karabiner
(e .g . when connecting to wide straps)
Fig. F
Direction
of Load
Anchorage
or anchorage
connector
Connecting
Subsystem
Direction
of Load
Fig. G