3M PROTECTA 1150909 Manuel D'instructions page 10

3.0 INSTALLATION
3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection system before starting your work. Account for all factors that may affect your
safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements and limitations defined in Section 1.
3.2 BODY SUPPORT CONNECTION: Restraint / Work Positioning Lanyard must be used with a Full Body Harness or
Body Belt. For Restrain applications, connect the the Lanyard to the appropriate Attachment Element (D-Ring) on
the harness or on the belt (see Figure 7). Consult the instructions included with your harness or belt for other fall
protection applications and recommended connections.
4.0 OPERATION
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First time or infrequent users of Lanyard should review the "Safety Information" at the beginning of this manual
prior to use of the Lanyard.
4.1 WORKER INSPECTION: Before each use, inspect the Lanyard per the inspection checklist in the Inspection and
Maintenance Log (Table 2). If inspection reveals an unsafe condition or indicates the Lanyard has been subjected to
any damage or fall forces, the Lanyard must be removed from service and destroyed.
4.2 AFTER A FALL: Any Lanyard which has been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall or exhibits damage consistent
with the effects of fall arrest forces as described in the Installation and Maintenance Log (Table 2) must be removed
from service immediately and destroyed.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY: The Lanyard must be inspected at the intervals defined in Section 2. Inspection
procedures are described in the "Inspection & Maintenance Log" (Table 2).
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Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use, etc.) may require increasing the frequency of
inspections.
5.2 UNSAFE OR DEFECTIVE CONDITIONS: If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the Lanyard
from service immediately and destroy to prevent inadvertent use. Lanyards are not repairable.
5.3 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of 3M Lanyards is determined by work conditions and maintenance. Maximum
lifespan can range from 1 year for heavy use in extreme conditions to 10 years for light use in mild conditions. As
long as the product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service up to a maximum of 10 years.
6.0 MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, AND STORAGE
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Do not clean and disinfect the Lanyards by any method other than described in the following "Cleaning
Instructions". Other methods may have adverse effects on the Lanyards or user.
6.1 CLEANING: Cleaning procedures for Lanyard are as follows:
• Periodically clean the exterior of the Lanyard using water and a mild soap solution. Water temperature must not
exceed 40 °C (104 °F). Position the Lanyard so excess water can drain out. Do not dry-clean. Do not iron. Clean
labels as required.
• Rinse and thoroughly air dry. Do not force dry with heat.
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Use a bleach-free detergent when cleaning the Lanyards. Fabric softener or dryer sheets SHOULD NOT be
used when cleaning and drying the Lanyards
6.2 SERVICE: Lanyards are not repairable. If the Lanyard has been subjected to any damage or fall force, or inspection
reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the Lanyard from service and discard.
6.3 STORAGE/TRANSPORT: Store and transport Lanyards in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid
areas where chemical vapors may exist. Thoroughly inspect the Lanyard after any period of extended storage.
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