Safetec Duck R Manual
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1. SAFE TEC INDUSTRIA Green Safe Tec recommend that all users aim for FFO and minimum slack in cows tails lanyards Orange Take extra care up to 50 cm fall distance reposition Duck R as soon as possible Wold only give protection where there is sufficient clearance to avoid contact with any obstacles or surfaces having allowed for both elongation and slippage RED is Dangerous Safe Tec do not suggest condone or accept the use of the Duck R in FF2 Indicative results above using DMM 11 mm Work Safe EN 1891A Semi Static Rope Rope stretch elongation must always be allowed for see Duck R User Manual Use on a loaded or pre tensioned rope The Duck R is designed to be used on an unloaded untensioned ropes as required in EN12841 The performance on a rope that has been deliberately tensioned must be verified prior to use If during a rescue or rescue training a casualties ropes are to be used for access to the casualty the performance of both the rescuers and the casualties back up and main working systems must be assessed and performance verified prior to starting rescue access Additional safety measures will normally be required including additional training and equipment For rescue training additional ropes and or safety attachments is best practice TENSION SYSTEM elongation stretch clearance entanglement or other factors affecting the safety of users and performance of the device As recommended in th2. SAFE TEC SAFETY EQUIPMENT a a A pete CE 0120 CE Certification Body Org o Certificador SGS United kingdon Ltd Weston super Mare BS22 6WA UK www safetecbr com br Rua Coronel Duarte da Silveira 512 Duarte da Silveira 25665 470 Petropolis RJ Brazil Made in Brazil SAFE TEC INDUSTRIA Version 06 2014 FURTHER INFORMATION ON MARKING 22 FURTHER INFORMATION POSITIONING CORD 21 RECORD OF USE E Foe m A __ Read Manual ARAJ Duck R l Nae Device Stec Duck R Lanyard Cows tail Length CE Notified body Supplier EN Standard Personal fall protection equipment rope access adjustment device Rope type EN1891 1998 TypeA rope diameter 10 5mm 11 mm Serial Number 1stUse Expiry Acquisition date Safe Tec acknowledge that the Duck R has successfully passed the EN12481A FF2 test with a 1m dynamic rope cows tail but do not advise or recommend its use in FF2 situations IEN12841 2006 A 10 5 14mm Max 100Kg User Traceability Record of Use and Periodic Examinations Users should record details of use Maximum period between Periodic Examinations is 6 months 13 01 0000 Read Manual FF1 tests with a 1m cows tails produce lower impact forces and less slippage well below the maximum acceptable in EN12841A requirements Safe Tec would recommend that with 1m cows tail the FF should be kept below FF1 gt 13 0
3. and determine which method is best for their operational activity and environment WARNING If users keep hold of Positioning Cord the device will not function Users must release their hold of the Cord immediately if anything unexpected occurs At all times check the lanyard is not caught on obstacles and that it will not come in to contact with sharp edges heat tools or any other source of damage 15 DEPLOYMENT WARNING The body of the Duck R must NOT be squeezed or the Cord pulled to de weight a loaded or partially loaded Duck R Accidental Deployment Itis essential that all users are competent in the techniques required to overcome accidental loading If accidental loading occurs during ascent first check the ascent equipment then continue ascending until the Duck R is no longer under any loading If loading occurs during descent first check the descent equipment then use techniques to complete a short ascent of the Working Rope until the Duck R is no longer under any loading Any other accidental loading should be assessed and appropriate methods used to overcome the loading At all times two safety systems must be in place Emergency Deployment If failure of the Working system e g Working Rope failure or user detachment from the Working Rope occurs and the user becomes suspended on the Back up Rope the user and work colleagues must consider the planned procedural options available with regard to all factors of the a
4. more than six months intervals and these instructions must be adhered to Following any emergency loading the Duck R must be removed from service for examination If any change is not 100 confident that the Duck R is fit for use it must be removed from service for further investigations Devices passing inspection should only be re used once written records are completed Normal Wear The Cam will wear with use and this should be monitored At all times that the user is stationary the Duck R should be positioned as high as possible The Duck R must always be above the descender or chest ascender and never below its lanyard cows tail attachment point FF 1 Ascent To move the Duck R up the rope hold the lanyard or karabiner do not hold the device Descent The Duck R backup device is fitted with a Positioning cord Users must always perform full function checks of both their descent device and Duck R before each descent To move the Duck R down pull the Positioning cord down using the index finger and thumb Users should only hold the positioning cord for as short a period as necessary and ensure that they are prepared to let go of the Positioning cord immediately at all times In many applications the Duck R should be controlled independently of the descent device in others it may be necessary to control both Duck R and descent device simultaneously It is the responsibility of the user to carry out a risk assessment
5. slackness in the connecting lanyard increase slippage C Clearance C Dx 10 2m 141 PARTS amp MARKING 260g 9 17 oz INSPECTION PARTS Body with Orientation Arrow pointing to Rope anchor Certification details Serial Number Model Name Connection Point Manufacturer s Logo Read Instructions Logo Cam Friction Point 10 Bolt 11 Positioning Cord 12 Rope not supplied 13 Warning logo OONOARONS Rope 10 5 11mm EN 1891 1998 Type A MARKINGS Rope Diameter 10 5 11mm Rope Type EN1891 1998 Type A Serial Number E g 12 07 0000 12 Year 2012 07 Month July 0000 Unique Item Serial N Materials Body Stainless Steel Cam Aluminium Spring Spring Stainless Steel Cord Nylon Certification Notified Body CE 0120 EN 12841 2006 A LEGENDS qd Duck R Back Up Device Rope anchor D Max Load 100 Kg 8527 39 oz 60 C 2 Operating Temperature 30 C S 3 oo evice 30 C 60 C Product weight 260g 9 17 oz This Duck R must be inspected prior to each use This inspection should check for any corrosion cracks evidence of abrasion deformation loose bolt or missing components together with full function test and markings are clear and readable In addition to pre use checks a regular detailed examination should be carried out by an authorized competent person at suitable periods and recorded these should be at no
6. 1 0000 ATTENTION If marking with Users identification care must be taken to ensure that full function is maintained and the device is not damaged 20 RESPONSIBILITIES This product is guaranteed for 3 years against manufacturing faults This excludes normal wear during use corrosion due to incorrect storage lack of maintenance or incorrect use Uses outside those outlined in these instructions together with negligence Details of Use or Result of examination User or Examiner Date Individual N Month Year Apositioning cord is factory fitted If this becomes damaged or worn it can be replaced using cord If 4mm cord is used it must be no longer than 40mm 3mm cord must be no longer than 50mm The only knot used must be to secure it tightly to the attachment point The use of Lanyards Cows tails of lengths or material different to those recommended in the User Manual should assess for the manner of intended use and all users competent to control the position of the device allowing for any increase or decrease in length with due regard to the function of the Duck R 18 FURTHER INFORMATION ON MARKING The CE mark has been attached to this product following type examination and testing by an accredited notified body N 0120 SGS UK Ltda to the relevant European Standard Each Duck R is individually numbered and inspected SAFE TEC INDUSTRIA do not recommend any user marking that aff
7. Tec SAFE TEC SAFETY EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTION MANUAL T 002 Rope Access Back Up Device CE 0120 EN 12841 Type A 2S WARNING All users must read and understand this manual before use This product must only be used by persons who are trained and competent in its use as part of a double rope access system Users accept all risks and responsibilities for all damage injury or death during all rope access activities involving the use of this product If users are not able to accept full responsibility or all risks involved they should not use this product All users must be competent in emergency procedures and rescue methods associated with the use of this device These are detailed in the Deployment section of these instructions Users should take great care that hair fingers clothing or other items do not become entangled with the Duck R DO NOT allow anything to affect the proper function of the device Do not use the device for any other purpose INDIVIDUALLY TESTED ol m f 89 F468 relye lcs Made in Brazil SAFE TEC INDUSTRIA www safetecbr com br 1 Push the cam through the device body to the opposite side and attach the lanyard karabiner this helps to prevent dropping the device 2 Attach the device on to the rope with the Arrow pointing in the direction of the rope s anchor 3 Remove the lanyard karabiner and allow the cam to return through the device body 4 Attach the lanyard karabiner t
8. be suitably anchored and free from sources of damage Users must consider all factors affecting Duck R performance including obstacles additional rope elongation and increase clearance requirements as well as all other sections in the user manual Descender Device Working line Safety line LOWERING EXAMPLE F GRedirectional Karabiner Fall Factor FF FF ZERO No slack in cows tail or lanyard lippage less than 5 cm Force less than 3 5 kn Slippage less than 3 cm Force less than 2 5 kn FF 0 5 Duck R positioned half its maximum distance above connection point 50 slack in cow tail or lanyard Slippage less than 5 cm Force less than 4 kn FF 1 Duck R level with cow tail connection point Slippage less than 50 cm lippage less than 1 5 m Force less than 4 kn Force less than 5 kn FF 2 Duck R below connection point by the full length of its connecting cows tail lanyard lippage more than 1 5 m orce less than 6 kn Slippage less than 50 cm Force less than 6 kn The Duck R has successfully been tested by the manufacture to with loads of 200kg This testing is designed to replicate rescue techniques and requirements with limited lanyard lengths and limited Fall Factors The testing produced provided consistent performance HAULING EXAMPLE S Duplicate this sheet for continued recording Contact Safe Tec for further information www safetecbr com br Made in Brazil
9. ck R on a rope with the karabiner attached to the Cam when it is pushed through the body 16 GENERAL INFORMATION Rope Condition wear wetness and contaminants will affect the performance of the Duck R Some rope conditions will make positioning of the Duck R more difficult Others e g oil amp grease will affect the device s ability to perform Back Up may not be provided The effective operation of the Duck R should be monitored and checked in all conditions Where any performance doubt exists the Duck R should not be used Sea Water itis essential that this Duck R is cleaned as soon as practicable after each exposure to sea water or saline environment Chemical reagent avoid contact with any substance or material that may causes corrosion or other damage to the device lf contact occurs consult expert advice as to damage and cleaning requirements Inspect prior to any re use Maintenance the Duck R is not user maintainable with the exception of disinfection cleaning and lubrication as detailed below Disinfection following any contamination the source of the contamination should be determined and advice obtained as to suitable disinfecting procedure After disinfection the device should be re cleaned Sterilisation may be required Cleaning If soiled rinse in clean warm water of domestic supply quality maximum temperature 40 C with mild detergent at appropriate dilution pH range 5 5 8 5 Dry naturally away from direct h
10. ctual event These options may include amongst others I The deployment and use of a new Working Rope Il The rescue by a colleague using new ropes Ill The use of the Back up Rope to attach escape equipment descender or ascenders for the user to evacuate on the single Back up Rope IV Other techniques undertaken by competent persons All emergency actions should only be carried out following a risk assessment of the situation During emergency deployment of the Back up system any downward movement of the user will be determined by several factors back up rope stretch cows tail stretch knot tightening and device slippage With the exception of very minor glazing a properly used Duck R will lock on to the Back Up Rope without causing any damage to itself lanyard karabiners or the Back Up Rope Following any Emergency Deployment all equipment must be removed from service for inspection by a competent person INSPECTION A Maximum allowable Cam wear 1 5 mm IMPORTANT Keep Cam Spring Lubricated See section 16 M A Take Action move Duck UP Keep it High High is Safe Keep Control Take care DO NOT allow any slack in the rope above the Duck R Hold the rope above the Duck R HOLD or squeeze the Duck R Removal from rope To remove from the rope disconnect the karabiner pass the Cam through the body and re connect the karabiner before pulling the device from the rope WARNING Never leave the Du
11. e user manual users should ensure optimally positioning at all times Other Users The Duck R has been used for applications tha are outside the scope of EN 12841A and the CE mark attached to each device The design of systems planning and verification of system suitability for the specific intended applications is the responsibility of the user all anchorages must be suitable for any load Competence is required for all applications additional safety measures must be implemented during training exercises this must include the close supervision by competent instructor Users must consider all sections of the user manual with special attention to the Positioning Warning and the information detailing Clearance Distance and Rope Stretch considerations and limitations All installed devices should be independently function checked with suitable back up in place prior to any rope operations ADJUSTABLE RESTRAINT Stopper Knot Adjustable Restraint The Duck R can be used as part of a planned restraint system of sufficient strength for any potencial loading The length of available rope including Duck Lanyard must be shrorter than the distance from its anchorage to any exposed edge or potential fall danger zone Where users are required to partially or fully load the system in any danger zone e g to provide support or partial support a second system must be in place prior to any loading Stopper knots The use of the Duck R to Ancho
12. eat sources To remove grease use a detergent that has properties that do not affect the metal spring body cam or nylon cord Lubrication It is essential to maintain lubrication of the Cam spring Lubricate regularly and after cleaning with light machine oil or teflon or silicone lubricant to ensue free movement of the cam Wipe off the excess to avoid contamination of ropes and textile equip Lifespan it is very difficult to define the safe lifespan due to varying use and storage conditions and may be as little as one use or even earlier if damaged e g in transit or storage prior to first use For the product to remain in service it must pass a visual and tactile examination Maximum lifespan 10 years from 1st use Maximum Cam wear 1 5mm Obsolescence this device may become obsolete before the end of its lifespan Reasons for this may include changes in applicable standards regulations legislation development of new techniques incompatibility with other equipment etc Transportation amp Storage after cleaning store unpacked ina cool dry dark place in a chemically neutral environment away from excessive heat or heat sources high humidity sharp edges corrosives or other possible causes of damage Do not store wet 3 FIELD OF APPLICATION The Duck R has been tested in the UK by SGS to the requirements of EN 12841 2006 Type A Rope Adjustment Device using Teufelberger 11mm and Edelrid 10 5mm EN1891 Type A Low Stretch Rop
13. ects the surface material or operational function All users must be are aware of and paying attention to all factors associated with risks associated with slack in the lanyard rope __ Orientation of device pointing to rope anchor or miss use are also excluded Safe Tec Industria accepts no responsibility for the selection of this device for user applications or any con DUCK t Model name sequences resulting from the use of this device No alterations or additions are to be undertaken without the prior written consent of Safe Tec Industria For more informations of our latest version go to www safetecbr com br Manufacture s Branding Safe Tec SC SAFE TEC SAFETY EQUIPMENT Duck R Additional Applications and Information ON ROPE RESCUE On Rope Rescue Rescues should be planned and generally designed to limit the exposure of rescue team members On Rope Rescue should only be undertaken if the casualty is in urgent need of medical attention that requires evacuation Additional training and competence is required for all persons performing rescues During all On Rope Rescues the Duck R must be kept above the shoulder height of both the rescuer and casualty Where practicable Safe Tec recommend that one Duck R be used for each person each on its own rope and each controlled independently of the descent device Rescue ropes must
14. es Other ropes have provided excellent results check all different ropes prior to use To be used in conjunction with EN 12841 Type C or B device each device attached to independent ropes Each attached to independent anchors with minimum strength of 15kN Terms Back Up Rope is used to describe the Safety Line as termed in EN 12841 2006 User refers to individuals or persons selecting this device for use 4 COMPATIBILITY Harness Front attachment point of an EN361 2002 or EN813 2008 harness Lanyard It is recommend that this Duck R is used with a EN lanyards up to 60cm long Cows tail connection may be made using a dynamic climbing rope with suitable terminations attached to either ventral waist or sternal chest points Recommended length waist lt 80cm chest lt 50cm including any knots and connectors Further information provided overleaf Connectors EN 362 2004 Connector Locking karabiner Gloves the use of suitable work gloves is recommended IMPORTANT Keep Cam Spring Lubricated See section 16 The Duck is a non aggressive device and during correct operational use it will not damage ropes In emergency deployment see Deployment section with the exception of very minor glazing a properly used Duck R will lock on to the Back Up rope without causing serious damage to itself its lanyard karabiners or to the Back Up rope The user is responsible for ensuring the combination of all components in the rope acc
15. ess system do not adversely affectthe performance of any item with due regard to all user instructions 5 INSTALLATION Always install the Duck R from a position of safety or when two additional safety systems are in place NEVER USE ROPE ANCHORS AT AN UN PROTECTED EDGE OR BELOW USER Working Rope Anchor Min 15 Kn Back Up Rope Anchor Min 15 Kn NO Good Edge Protection DANGER Good Anchors Dangerous Anchors Away from Edge Too Low do not use Good Edge Protection Good Anchors Above user SLOPING SURFACES Keep Duck R high on inclined plane Keep Duck R away from body Ensure that nothing will affect the function of the Duck R Keep the device high and to one side of the user Devices trapped between sloping surfaces and the user or anything else may not function properly 42 WIND amp OBSTACLES Wind The effect of Wind can create additional slack rope above the Duck R this must be managed at all times It may be necessary to add friction to the Back Up Rope below the Duck R or pull rope through at work zones to partially load the device Rope Obstacles Great care is required if there are any devices knots or other obstacles attached to the Back Up Rope within 3m below the Duck R In these circumstances the Duck R must be kept as high as possible with less than 10cm of slack in the lanyard or cows tail until the obstacle is dealt with el ATENTION TO WIND SPEED TSC
16. o the connection point check that the karabiner gate is fully closed and locked Move the device along the rope and check that it stays in position then with one hand holding the lanyard or cows tail pull down vigorously to verify that the device locks on to the rope To maintain good spring action ensure that cam spring is lubricated regularly See section 16 M OK gt 1m Fall gt 20cm slippage lt 20cm slippage Serious fall excessive slippage 14 EXAMPLE BASED ON 10 ELONGATION Additionally uncontrolled downward movement will occur due to the elongation of the Back Up Rope during loading This should be assessed for the particular rope being used but a minimum of 10 elongation should be expected The amount of elongation will depend on several factors including Elongation Properties of the particular rope used Il Length of rope between the Duck R and the rope anchorage Ill Knot tightening IV Weight of user V Amount of slack in cows tails lanyards VI All other factors that must be determined by the user Length of rope to its anchor D On long ropes the elongation will be many meters Clearance The clearance distance must be carefully assessed for all situations At work positions when the device is positioned high and there is less than 10cm slack in the Lanyard or Cows tail there will be very little slippage e g a 100kg user less than 20cm Additional
17. on maybe required to operate Hauling or Lowering Systems
18. r one end of a tensioned rope will provide an absorbing system this will allow the rope to slip in the event of any overloading Competent and trained persons who choose the Duck R as part of a planned tension system must ensure that the loadings are within the capabilities of all components of the tension system tensioned ropes greatly increase the load on anchorages Safe Tec recommend a minimum of 30kN for the combined strength of all anchorages used for tensioned systems Users must consider all other sections of this manual with special attention to the Positioning Warning and the information detailing Clearance Distance and Rope Stretch considerations and limitations Safe Tec recommend that two simultaneously loaded tensioned ropes are the preferred choice in all Tension Systems Rescue Hauling amp Lowering Nothing should affect the proper function of the Duck R in the event of any emergency loading During use as a Back up for a Hauling or Lowering System the Back up rope must be attended to constantly and no more than 20cm of slack be allowed in the back up rope before repositioning the Duck R Safe Tec recommend tha the Duck R is controlled by its own attendant so that optimum positioning can be maintained at all times Safe Tec recommend that two tensioned equally loaded ropes are the preferred choice in all Hauling and Lowering Systems both ropes being hauled or lowered simultaneously and sharing the load More than one pers
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