Fall Protection Lanyards
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1. www lewismanufacturingco com Now accepting Visa and MasterCard P O Box 95089 e 3601S Byers Oklahoma City OK 73143 405 634 5401 Toll Free 1 888 398 4719 Fax 405 632 8608 e e mail lewismfg aol com Fall Protection Lanyards single Positioning Retractable Lanyard slow Stop Lanyard ia A A Locking gt Snaps B i Black Nylon j A Webbing di 60 long 130 Nylon Fabric White Containment Nylon Sleeve gt Tear Away Webbing Red Safety inside Stitching 2 sleeve zx gs par A amd TA 1 Yellow jig Nylon gt F 0120 Webbing oTe 4 ag __ 64 long SGS UK Ltd Weston super Mare BS22 6WA UK Notified Body No 0120 oe ies to Slow oc Ing Seite only Snaps COS T O yy SSE lS YE T A Ee U EEY z Pe ft Pe 4 OILFIELD INDUSTRIAL amp UTILITY SUPPLIES iY hrm me eis Manufaduring Co f VE OEE A NS A A le A A A Dual Positioning Lanyard Retractable Lanyard Anchor g g Extension Tail l P 0 Box 95089 3601 S Byers Oklahoma City OK 73143 405 634 5401 Toll Free 1 888 398 4719 Fax 405 632 8608 e mail lewismfg aol com Lewis Fall Protection Lanyards WE OILFIELD INDUSTRIAL amp UTILITY SUPPLIES Sewis Gey C Gey The purpose of the Lewis Slow Stop Lanyard is to provide the user a means of fall deceleration The Slow Stop Lanyard shall not be used as a work positioning d2. Part No Length DPRL 2 Y 2 DPRL 4 Y 4 DPRL 6 Y Single Positioning Retractable Lanyard Part No Length SPRL 2 Y 2 SPRL 4Y 4 SPRL 6 Y 6 Lanyard Anchor Part No Length LA 2 Y LA 3 Y LA 4 Y LA 6 Y Extension Tail Part No Length ET 1 5 Y 1 2 Oklahoma Single Positioning Dual Positioning Slow Stop Retractable Retractable Lanyard Lanyard Lanyard Lanyard Anchor la y j aD f s 5 I ah x i saii gm mia Se ry f f ite fy By g D j f Extension Tail J iaae kew e WARNING Don t use this lanyard if your weight exceeds 300 Ibs 136 kg City OK 73143 405 634 5401 Step 2 Attach genuine Lewis Fall Protection Lanyard to the D ring on the back on fall arrest between the ee lenotes the shoulders point for ri attachment of p dorsal D ring lanyard on a full body harness Connect so the energy absorber unit of the lanyard is nearest to the body Fall protection lanyards must ALWAYS be used in conjunction with an approved anchorage con nector NEVER wrap a lanyard around an anchorage for use with out an approved anchorage con nector such as 1 Lanyard Anchor 2 Web Loop 3 Tie back Lanyard 4 Wire Form Pipe Hook 5 Rope Grab Connecting Subsystem Always connect the energy absorber end of the lanyard to the body support
3. All Lewis Manufacturing Company safety equipment is inspected for quality assurance according to ANSI Z359 1 1992 R1999 4 2 9 A qualified person must inspect this safety device twice a year using the listed potential defects as a reference The month and the year of inspection is recorded by marking the correct letter or number on the tag The item in this box can be identified by referring to the following information Serial No Type Inspected By Date The fabric label attached to the lanyard indicates the ANSI Z359 1 1992 R1999 4 2 9 and EN 355 2002 numbers which the systems have also been proven to meet or exceed Do not alter this lanyard in any way Failure to use properly may result in serious bodily harm STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT Each unit should be stored in a cool dry place and not subjected to direct sunlight CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Clean using warm water and a mild detergent Wipe with clean dry cloth 2 Hang to air dry away from direct source of heat Please keep this form along with the certification on file for the life of the products you are using It is very important that these guidelines be followed in order to avoid serious injury or even death If you have any questions regarding the use or inspection of any Lewis Manufacturing Company equipment please feel free to call us collect at any time at 405 634 5401 Se Don t forget to visit our website on thej internet at
4. cuts burns frayed edges breaks or other damage See section 5 0 for further inspection details Do not use if inspection reveals an unsafe condition 3 2 PLAN your fall protection system before starting your work Take into consideration factors that effect your safety before during and after a fall The following list gives some important points to consider when planning your system A ANCHORAGE Select a rigid anchorage point that is capable of supporting the required loads See section 2 3 The anchorage location must be carefully selected to reduce possible free fall and swing fall hazards and to avoid striking an object during a fall The anchorage should be generally level horizontal to prevent the anchorage connec Oklahoma City OK 73143 e 405 634 5401 tor from sliding down an incline when in use which could cause serious injury to the user B FREE FALL Personal fall arrest systems must be rigged such that the potential free fall is never greater than 6 feet 5 feet per ANSI A10 14 Avoid working above your anchorage level to avoid an increased free fall distance C FALL ARREST FORCES The assembled fall arrest system must keep fall arrest forces below 1 800 Ibs when used with a full body har ness D FALL CLEARANCE Should a fall occur there must be sufficient clearance in the fall area to arrest the fall before striking the ground or other object energy absorbers can extend the fall arrest distance by up to
5. Y type energy absorbing lanyards can be used to provide continuous fall protection while ascending descending or moving laterally With one lanyard leg attached the worker can move to a new location attach unused lanyard leg and disconnect attached leg This procedure is repeated until new location is reached With the Slow Stop 100 tie off type lanyard only one leg of the lanyard shall be attached to the anchorage connector once working location is reached Connecting to Anchorage Attaching a Tie Back Lanyard Place the tie back lanyard over the anchoring structure Ensure the lanyard is not twisted Adjust the float ing D ring so it hands below the anchoring structure Attach the lanyard end hook to the floating D ring Attaching a Lanyard with Wire Form Pipe Hook The wire form Pull Back Gate With Thumb Push i Inward 3 Depress Locking Mechanism STEP ONE Withinex STEP TWO Finger Rotate Clockwise Push al Inward oS Depress Push Inward Locking Mechanism With Palm STEP TWO Making Connection Toll Free 1 888 398 4719 Fax 405 632 8608 e e mail lewismfg aol com D Proper Connection Load Direction up IMPROPER IMPROPER coNNecTiON CONNECTION X Load Direction Attaching Wire Form pipe hook is intended for use with pipes up to three inches in diame ter The anchorage must be geometrically compatible in size and shape Do not side load the pipe hook
6. fall if injury could occur If a swing fall situation exists in your application contact Lewis Manufacturing before proceeding Swing Falls F SHARP EDGES Avoid working where the lanyard subsystem or other system components will be in contact with or abrade against unprotected sharp edges Do not loop lanyard around small diameter structural members If working with this equipment near sharp edges is unavoidable protection against cutting must be provided by using a heavy pad or other means over the exposed sharp edge G RESCUE Should a fall occur the user employer must have a rescue plan and the ability to implement it H AFTER A FALL Lanyards with integral energy absorbers or energy absorber com ponents which have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be removed from service and destroyed WARNING Read and follow manufacturer s instructions for associated equipment full body harness rope grab etc used in your R 7 otate fall protection system Clockwise IMPORTANT For special custom versions of this product follow the instructions herein If included see supplement for additional STEP ONE instructions 3 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS When using a hook to connect to an anchorage or when coupling components of the system together ensure accidental disengagement roll out STEP TWO STEP THREE STEP TWO STEP ONE of Hand cannot occur Roll out occurs when interference between
7. harness Connect the lanyard end to the anchorage or anchorage connector Component style energy absorbers should be connected to the body support first then coupled to the rest of the system Some anchorage connector devices may be supplied with permanently attached energy absorber Use of an additional energy absorber or energy absorbing lanyard with these types of subsystems is not recommended Toll Free 1 888 398 4719 Fax 405 632 8608 Lanyard in use A marking Slow Stop Lanyard Steel Tail N oy Rope ep How To Use Lewis Fall Protection Lanyards Rear view _ with lanyard and tail rope secured for fall arrest WARNING Don t use these products if your weight exceeds 300 Ibs 136 kg lewismfg aol com Important User Instructions 1 0 APPLICATIONS 1 1 PURPOSE Lewis Manufacturing Company Energy Absorbing Lanyards and Energy Absorbers are intended to be used as part of a personal fall arrest system Applications for these products include inspection work construction and demolition maintenance oil produc tion confined space rescue and other similar activities where there exists the possibility of an accidental fall This equipment is specially designed to dissipate fall energy and limit fall arrest forces transferred to the body 1 2 The following application limitations must be considered before using this product A CAPACITY This equipment is for u
8. 42 inches Figure 4 shows how to estimate fall clearance distance when using an energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber subsys tem Other factors may influence the required clearance distances For example using an energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber with a rope grab fall arrestor may require additional clearance due to stretch in the lifeline or sliding of the rope grab on the lifeline during fall arrest Some full body harness models incorporate a sliding positional D ring in the back as the fall arrest attachment movement of this D ring during fall arrest can increase the fall clearance distance required Use caution when assembling system components that could act to extend the fall arrest distance and therefore fall clearance required Refer to manufacturer s instructions for each part of the system for more informa tion on fall clearance E SWING FALLS Swing falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs The force of striking an object while swinging horizontal speed of the user due to the pendulum affect can be great and may cause serious injury In a swing fall situation the total vertical fall distance of the user will be greater than if the user had fallen vertically directly below the total free fall distance and the area needed to safely arrest the fall Swing falls can be minimized by work ing as directly below the anchorage point as possible Never permit a swing
9. AS attached to the anchorage Per OSHA 1926 500 and 1910 66 Anchorages used for attachment of PFAS shall be indepen dent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms and capable of supporting at least 5 000 Ibs per user attached or be designed installed and used as part of a complete PFAS which main tains a safety factor of at least two and is supervised by a qualified per son 3 0 OPERATION AND USE WARNING Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment Consult Lewis Manufacturing when using this equipment in combination compo nents or subsystems other than those described in this manual Some subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the opera tion of this equipment Use caution when using this equipment around moving machinery electrical hazards chemical hazards and sharp edges WARNING Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest Age and fitness seriously affect a worker s ability to withstand falls Pregnant women or minors must not use Lewis Manufacturing energy absorbing lanyards 3 1 BEFORE EACH USE of this equipment carefully inspect it to assure that it is in good working condition Check for worn or damaged parts Ensure all hardware is present and secure and is not distorted or have any sharp edges burrs cracks or corrosion Ensure self locking snap hooks or carabiners work properly Inspect rope or webbing for wear
10. Important User Instructions GENERAL Both ANSI Z359 1 1992 R1999 4 2 9 and ANSI 10 14 require users to be trained by a competent person other than the user before this lanyard is used on the job Each unit shall be inspected every six months according to the manufacturer s recommendation and the date of each inspection shall be recorded on the attached tag Equipment showing any defect shall be withdrawn from service immediately All fall protection systems subjected to impacts caused by a free fall or by testing shall be removed from service and shall not be used again INSPECTION Each unit shall be visually inspected for defects prior to each use and particular attention should be directed to the following potential ij defects 1 worn parts 2 loose or Frayed damaged connection points or areas 3 9 deterioration 4 operational defects 5 deny damaged or distorted snap hooks 6 ee oe faulty springs 7 sharp edges 8 burrs 9 cracks or 10 corrosion Equipment showing any defect shall be withdrawn from service immediately ee ee ee ee In addition all Lewis Slow Stop Lanyards must be inspected before each use for signs of previous deployment 1 ripped or missing 1 long red safety stitching at the side of the yellow containment sleeve 2 torn webbing 3 torn or broken containment sleeve or 4 overall length of lanyard measures more than six inches longer than length indicated on label
11. a hook and the mating connector causes the hook s gate or keeper to accidentally open and release Roll out may occur when a hook is connected to an undersized ring such as an eye bolt or other non compatible shaped connector Self locking snap hooks or self locking and self closing gate carabiners should be used to reduce the possibility of roll out when making connections Do not use hooks or connectors that will not com pletely close over the attachment object For these situations use a tie off adaptor or other anchorage connector to allow a compatible connec tion Do not knot lanyard in any manner and do not hook lanyard back into itself choker style Snap hooks and carabiners must not be con nected to each other Do not attach snap hooks to web loops A CONNECTING TO ANCHORAGE OR ANCHORAGE CONNEC TOR Always connect the energy absorber end of the lanyard to the body support harness connect the lanyard end to the anchorage or anchorage connector Component style energy absorbers should be connected to the body support first then coupled to the rest of the sys tem Some anchorage connector devices may be supplied with perma nently attached x A Anchorage Anchorage tional energy Connector Connector absorber or ener gy absorbing lan r yard with these Energy Connecting 9 Energy types of subsys Linas Energy Subsystem f Absorbing tems is not recom LY Absorbing Rope Grab a Lanyard mended 100 tie off
12. anyard through the connecting web loop 3 Pull the attached energy absorbing lan yard through the con necting web loop to secure C CONNECTING TO A ROPE GRAB FALL ARRESTORJ It is rec ommended the lanyard end vs the energy absorber end be attached to the rope grab This recommenda tion is made to reduce Oklahoma City OK 73143 possible interference with the operation of the rope grab by the energy absorber pack Attaching a component style energy absorber to a rope grab is not recommended with the exception of a direct coupling between a rope grab and a harness Some rope grabs may be supplied with a permanently attached energy absorbing lanyard For these cases use of an additional energy absorber connected between the rope grab and the body support is not recommended In some cases it may be permissible to couple an energy absorber component between the anchorage or anchorage connector and the rope grab lifeline In all cases ensure the length of the energy absorber or energy absorbing lanyard does not exceed the rope grab manufacturer s recommended maximum connection length 3 feet maximum per ANSI Z359 1 D CONNECTING TO SELF RETRACTING LIFELINE Lewis Manufacturing does not recommend connecting an energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component to a self retracting lifeline Special applications do exist where it may be permissible Contact Lewis Manufacturing if considering connecting a
13. bsorber com ponent hardware snap hooks adjusters swages thimbles etc These items must not be damaged broken distorted or have any sharp edges burrs cracks worn parts or corrosion Ensure the connecting hooks work properly Hook gates must move freely and lock upon clos ing Ensure adjusters if present work properly Step 2 Inspect the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component per the following as applicable WEBBING AND STITCHING The webbing material must be free of frayed cut or broken fibers Check for tears abrasions mold burns or discoloration etc The webbing must be free of knots excessive discol ored or brittle areas check for ultraviolet damage indicated by discol oration and the presence of splinters or slivers on the webbing surface All of the above factors are known to reduce webbing strength Damaged or questionable webbing should be replaced Inspect stitching for pulled or cut stitches Broken stitches may be an indication the ener gy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component has been impact loaded and must be removed from service WIRE ROPE Inspect entire length of the wire rope Always wear 405 634 5401 protective gloves when inspecting wire rope Inspect for broken wires by passing cable through gloved hands flexing it every few inches to expose breaks Broken wires can be removed by bending the wire back and forth parallel to the rope length Do not attempt to pull wires
14. do not allow the pipe hook to contact electrical sources Squeeze the handle to open the hook Place hook around the anchorage and release handle When connecting to an anchorage ensure the hook fully closes and closure hooks engage eye loops on hook body B CONNECTING TO THE BODY SUPPORT Connect the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber to the D between the shoulders dorsal D ring on a full ring on the back body harness Connect Insert lanyard web loop through web loop or D ring on harness Harness Web Loop or D ring Web Loop on Energy Absorbing Lanyard Insert opposite end of lanyard through harness web loop or D ring age Pull the lanyard through the connecting web loop to secure Attaching Web Loop so the energy absorber portion of the lanyard is on the body support side Lewis Manufacturing does not recommend using a body belt for fall arrest applications If using a body belt connect the energy absorb ing lanyard or energy absorber to the D ring and position the belt so the D ring is located on the back side of the body Attaching a Lanyard with Web Loops 1 Insert the energy absorbing lanyard web loop through the har ness web loop or D ring Do Not Allow Gate To Contact Anchorage Member IMPROPER CONNECTION PROPER CONNECTION Attaching Tie Back P 0 Box 95089 e 3601 S Byers 2 Insert the opposite end of the energy absorbing l
15. energy absorber has been subjected to impact loading and has been activated Torn or broken cover Open end or ripped out stitching Measured length is more than six inches longer than length marked on label Torn Webbing Please keep this form along with the certification on file for the life of the prod ucts you are using It is very important that these guidelines be followed in order to avoid serious injury or even death If you have any questions concerns or doubts regarding safety equipment inspection or placing this or other Lewis Manufacturing product s into service we urge you to con tact us collect at any time at 405 634 5401 or toll free at 1 888 398 4719 NW A R N N All Lewis Slow Stop lanyards are manufactured with a one inch long section of red safety stitching at the base of the yellow containment sleeve When this red stitch ing is torn or missing the Slow Stop unit has been deployed and MUST be removed from ser vice and replaced immediately Inspecting the Energy Absorber for Activation Toll Free 1 888 398 4719 6 0 MAINTENANCE SERVICING STORAGE 6 1 Clean lanyard with water and a mild detergent solution Wipe off hardware with a clean dry cloth and hang to air dry do not force dry with heat If you have any questions regarding cleaning of this equipment or require more infor mation contact Lewis Manufacturing An excessive buildup of dirt paint etc may prevent the lanyard f
16. evice If work positioning is required the Lewis Tail Rope must be used in conjunction with a Slow Stop Lanyard See Photo Prior to each use inspect the stitches which seal the Slow Stop mechanism See Photo If any of these stitches are a torn or missing immediately remove the Slow Stop from service and replace with a new unit prior to performing any work Prior to each use i the user must inspect all stitching and web bing of the Slow Stop i in question Any fe fraying missing or torn stitches tears or abrasions of the webbing or exposure of the wear indicator shall indicate a need for immediate replacement Do not expose ay Lewis Slow Stop lan p a yard to any heat i k source as this can damage the webbing and create a fall hazard The lanyard must be used with a genuine Lewis Safety Belt for maximum safety The purpose of the Lewis Single and Dual Positioning Retractable Lanyards is to provide the user a means of WORK POSITIONING Lewis Positioning Lanyards either in the single or dual configuration SHALL NOT BE USED AS A DECELERATION DEVICE The user is required to utilize a deceleration lanyard Slow Stop or other type of fall deceleration device in addition to our Positioning Lanyard or Steel Tail Rope See Photo Prior to each use the user must inspect all stitching and web bing of the Lanyard in question Any fraying missing or torn stitches tears or abrasions of the webbing or exposure of the wear ind
17. h another connector is attached B In a manner that would result in a load on the gate Note Large throat opening snap hooks should not be connected to standard size D rings or similar objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D ring twists or rotates Large throat snap hooks are designed for use on fixed struc tural elements such as rebar or cross members that are not shaped in a way that can capture the gate of the hook C In a false engagement where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the anchor and without visual confirmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point D To each other E Directly to webbing or rope lanyard or tie back unless the manu facturer s instructions for both the lanyard and connector specifically allows such a connection F To any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap hook or carabiners with not close and lock or that roll out could occur 2 3 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH Anchorages selected for personal fall arrest systems PFAS shall have a strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the PFAS or at least A 3 600 Ibs when certification exists reference ANSI Z359 1 for certifica tion definition or B 5 000 Ibs in the absence of certification When more than one PFAS is attached to an anchorage the anchorage strengths set forth in A and B above must be multiplied by the num ber of PF
18. icator shall indicate a need for immediate replacement Do not expose any Lewis Lanyard to any heat source as this could damage the webbing and create a fall hazard Always use the shortest lanyard possible Lanyards must be attached so maximum free fall is 1 8 feet 0 5 meters All Lewis lanyards are manufactured in conformance with the provisions of ANSI Z359 1 1992 R1999 4 2 9 and they meet or exceed the requirements outlined by ANSI 10 14 1991 This operating instructions manual must always be kept available as long as the lanyard with which it was furnished is in service The inspection tag on the lanyard shall be kept current as per instructions on the reverse side of this manual Lewis Manufac WA R N N turing equip ment in any way Alteration or improper use of this lanyard can result in severe bodily harm or even death Lewis Manufacturing does not assume any liability for accidents or Slow Stop Lanyard Do not alter any injuries resulting from a field repaired or altered belt Avoid attaching lanyard around sharp edges Each unit shall be visually inspected for defects prior to each use as per directions described in the inspection section of this pamphlet Record inspection dates monthly P O Box 95089 e 3601 S Byers Step 1 Open up lanyard as shown here Size Chart Slow Stop Part No Length SLO 2 Y 2 SLO 4 Y g SLO 6 Y oy Dual Positioning Retractable Lanyard
19. n energy absorbing lanyard to a self retracting lifeline 3 4 After use return the lanyard for cleaning or storage as described in section 6 0 4 0 TRAINING 4 1 It is the responsibility of all users of this equipment to understand these instruction and to be trained in the correct installation use and maintenance of this equipment these individuals must be aware of the consequences of improper installation or use of this equipment This user manual is not a substitute for a comprehensive training program Training must be provided on a periodic basis to ensure proficiency of the users IMPORTANT Training must be conducted without exposing the trainee to a fall hazard Training should be repeated on a periodic basis 5 0 INSPECTION 5 1 FREQUENCY e Before each use visually inspect per steps listed in sections 5 2 and 5 3 e The lanyard must be inspected by a competent person other than the user at least annually See sections 5 2 and 5 3 for guidelines Record the results of each formal inspection in the inspection log found in section 9 0 IMPORTANT f the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber com ponent has been subjected to fall arrest or impact forces it must be immediately removed from service and destroyed IMPORTANT Extreme working conditions harsh environment pro longed use etc may require increasing the frequency of inspections 5 2 INSPECTION STEPS Step 1 Inspect energy absorbing lanyard or energy a
20. out of rope Remove the energy absorbing lanyard from service immediately and destroy if there are six or more randomly distributed broken wires in one lay or three or more broken wires in one strand in one lay A lay of wire rope is the length of wire rope that it takes for a strand the larger groups of wires to complete one revolution or twist along the rope Remove the energy absorbing lanyard from service immediately and destroy if there are any broken wires within one inch of the metal compression sleeves swages at either end of the assembly The wire rope should be free of corrosion Step 3 ENERGY ABSORBING COMPONENT Inspect energy absorber to determine if it has been activated there should be no evidence of elongation Ensure energy absorber cover is secure and not torn or damaged On the Slow Stop Lanyard models the lanyard webbing will tear out to reveal the warning on the impact indicator label Step 4 All labels should be present and fully legible Step 5 Inspect each system component or subsystem per associated manu facturer s instruction Step 6 Record the inspection date and results in the inspection log 5 3 If inspection reveals an unsafe condition remove unit from service immediate ly and destroy or contact an authorized service center for repair NOTE Only Lewis Manufacturing or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment The following inspection items are indications that the
21. rom working properly and in severe cases degrade the webbing or rope to a point where it has become weakened and should be removed from service If you have any questions concerning the condition of your lanyard or have any doubt about putting it into service contact Lewis Manufacturing 6 2 Additional maintenance and servicing procedures replacement parts must be completed by a factory authorized service center Authorization must be in writing Do not disassemble the unit See section 5 1 for inspection frequency 6 3 Store the lanyard in a cool dry clean environment out of direct sunlight Avoid areas where chemical vapors may exist Thoroughly inspect the lanyard or energy absorber component after extended storage Fax 405 632 8608 e 7 0 SPECIFICATIONS The maximum arresting force of Lewis Manufacturing lanyards and components when dynamically tested accordance with ANSI Z359 1 is 900 Ibs The maximum elongation of the Energy Absorbing lanyard or Energy Absorber compo nent when dynamically tested in accordance with ANSI Z359 1 is 42 inches Maximum free fall distance must be no greater than 6 feet per federal law and ANSI Z359 1 5 feet per ANSI A10 14 e mail lewismfg aol com
22. se by persons with a combined weight person clothing tools etc of no more than 300 Ibs B PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Use of this equipment in areas containing physical or environmental hazards may require that additional precautions be taken to reduce the possibility of damage to this equipment or injury to the user Hazards may include but are not limited to high heat strong or caustic chemicals corrosive environments the possibility of electric current flowing through this equipment when working near high voltage power lines explosive or toxic gases moving machinery or sharp edges Contact Lewis Manufacturing if you have any questions about the application of this equipment in areas where physical or environmental hazards are present C TRAINING This equipment is intended to be installed and used by persons who have been properly trained in its correct application and use 1 3 Refer to national consensus including ANSI Z359 1 and ANSI A10 14 applicable local state and federal OSHA requirements gov erning this equipment for more information on Energy Absorbing Lanyards Energy Absorbers and associated system components 2 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2 1 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS Lewis Manufacturing equip ment is designed for use with Lewis Manufacturing approved compo nents and subsystems only Substitutions or replacements made with non approved components or systems may jeopardize compatibility of equipmen
23. t and may effect the safety and reliability of the complete sys tem COMPATIBILITY Connectors are considered to be compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mecha nisms to inadvertently open regardless of how they become oriented Contact Lewis Manufacturing if you have any questions about compati bility Connectors hooks carabiners and D rings must be capable of sup porting at least 5 000 Ibs 22kN Connectors must be compatible with anchorage or other system components Do not use equipment that is not compatible Non compatible connectors may unintentionally disen gage Connectors must be compatible in size shape and length Self locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359 1 and OSHA 2 2 Making Connections Use only self locking snap hooks and cara biners with this equipment Use only connectors that are suitable for each application Ensure all connections are compatible in size shape and strength Do not use equipment that is not compatible Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked Lewis Manufacturing connectors snap hooks and carabiners are designed to be used only as specified in each product s user s instruc tions See Figure 3 for inappropriate connections Lewis Manufacturing snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected P O Box 95089 e 3601 S Byers A To a D ring to whic
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