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The harness anchorage point should be situated above the user and must comply with EN 795 (minimum strength: R>12kN - EN795:2012 or R>10kN -
EN795:1996). Make sure that the work is done in such a way as to limit the pendulum effect, as well as the risk and the height of a fall. For safety reasons
and before each use, make sure that in the event of a fall there is no obstacle obstructing the normal deployment of the fall arrest system (free space under
the user's feet). The clearance under the user's feet should be a minimum of: refer to the fall arrest system manual.
Before and during use we advise you to make the necessary arrangements for a safe rescue if the need should arise. Suspension trauma can effect people
in different ways so it is essential that any rescue should be carried out safely as a quickly as possible.
A harness is for the sole use of people trained, skilled and in good health, or under the supervision of a trained and skilled person. Warning! Certain
medical conditions may affect user safety, if in doubt, consult your doctor.
Be aware of the hazards that could reduce the performance of your equipment, and therefore the user's safety, if exposed to extreme temperatures (<
-30°C or > 50°C), prolonged exposure to the elements (UV rays, humidity), chemical agents, electrical constraints, twisting of the fall arrest system
during use, sharp edges, friction or cutting, etc.
Check the condition of the harness before every use: visual inspection to check the condition of the straps (no signs of cuts, burns or abnormal shrinkage),
the seams (no visible damage), the metal parts (no deformation or rust) and that the connectors work properly (opening/locking). In the event of
deformation or doubt the harness should be withdrawn from service. After a fall the product must not be reused and withdrawn from use (see section
VERIFICATION PROCEDURE).
Do not remove, add or replace any component of the harness.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Strap material: polyester and/or polyamide. Buckle material: heat treated steel, stainless steel and/or aluminium.
Maximum rated load of the harness 140 kg.
SUITABILITY FOR USE:
The harness must be used as part of a fall arrest system as defined in the product data sheet (EN363) to guarantee that the dynamic force exerted on the
user during the arrest of a fall is maxi 6 kN. A fall arrest harness (including EN361/EN358/EN813) is the only body-gripping device that may be used. It
may be dangerous to create one's own fall arrest system where each safety function can interfere with another safety function. Read the recommendations
on using each component in the system before use.
VERIFICATION PROCEDURE:
The equipment has a service life of 10 years (in accordance with the annual examination by a competent person authorized by KRATOS SAFETY), but
this duration may increase or decrease depending on how it is used and/or the results of annual checks.
The product must be checked systematically in case of doubt or after a fall and at least every year by the manufacturer or his authorised representative,
in order to guarantee its resistance and thus the safety of the end-user. The product data sheet should be completed (by writing) after each verification;
date of inspection and date of next inspection must be indicated on the data sheet, it is also recommended to put date of next inspection on the product.
SERVICING AND STORAGE: (Comply strictly with these instructions)
During transport, keep the harness in its packaging, well away from any cutting surface. Clean it with water and soap, wipe it with a dry rag and
hang it up in a well-ventilated location, to let it dry naturally and away from a naked flame or heat source; follow the same procedure for components
that have become damp during use. The metal parts should be wiped with a cloth impregnated with paraffin oil. Never use bleach or detergents. The
harness should be stored in its packaging in a warm, dry, ventilated place, protected from sunlight, heat and chemicals.
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