ABS-Lock® DH03 - ABS Safety GmbH
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1. ABS Safety GmbH ABS Installation and User Manual Absturzsicherung mit System ABS Lock DHO3 Roof Safety Hook in Accordance with EN517 Type B and Anchorage Point in Accordance with EN 95 Types A and B Certified for All Directions of Load The ABS Lock DHO3 roof safety hook is a secure single anchorage point for 3 individuals and also serves as a roof hook for hooking up ladders The DHO3 is installed on a substructure which has already been tested for structural stability e g supporting roof construction The DHO3 is a single anchorage point tested for all directions of load which means it can also be used at the roof verge and roof apex even over the top of the roof apex The roof hook has a large opening so that personal protective equipment can be hooked onto it using a carabiner i The hook is always mounted to a roof beam with or without rafter insulation using special screws the type and length of which vary depending on the distance to be bridged counter battens insulation etc IMPORTANT Please study this Installation and User Manual carefully prior to installation and make sure the instructions are strictly followed All individuals using this anchorage system should read and make sure they have understood the User Manual and must strictly observe the manufacturer s instructions www fall arrest eu k MoA_057_01 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Pa2. in such a way as to eliminate the risk of falling over the edge when the personal protective equipment is used correctly Important For horizontal deployment use only lanyards which are suitable for the respective application and which have been tested for the type of edge in question sharp edges trapezoidal sheeting girders concrete etc e The complete safety system including any personal protective equipment used must be examined at least once a year by an expert The results of the expert s examination must be recorded in the log book supplied The legibility of the labeling must also be checked No modifications may be made in arrears to an anchorage point which has already been approved e If the safety system is placed in the hands of external contractors this Installation and User Manual must also be handed over in written form The ABS Lock DHO3 roof safety hook is not suitable for applications high up requiring rope support abseiling work etc e It is absolutely vital to ensure that there is sufficient clearance below the user s feet Should a person secured by the anchorage system fall it is important to allow for the ensuing deformation of the anchorage system when calculating the required restraining distance fall absorber stretch cable expansion and the fact that the lanyard slips along the body Please also heed the user manuals of any other fall arrest PPE used Health restrictions cardiovascular diseases
3. the taking of medicines can negatively impact the user s safety when working at heights If there are any doubts regarding the user s physical condition please consult a doctor prior to usage e Children and pregnant women should not use the system www fall arrest eu k MoA_057_04 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Page 2 of 8 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu ABS Safety GmbH ABS Installation and User Manual Absturzsicherung mit System USAGE CERTIFICATION The ABS Lock DHO3 roof safety hook is tested and licensed in accordance with EN 517 type B for all directions of load The ABS Lock DHO3 is also tested and licensed for 3 individuals in accordance with EN 795 1996 types A and B REQUIREMENTS TO BE FULFILLED BY THE USER The ABS Lock DHO3 was developed to protect individuals from injury caused by a fall whilst carrying out their work In the case of a fall the force exerted on the user is reduced to what medical experts view as an acceptable level Only individuals who are familiar with the User Manual and are physically healthy may use the system COMPATIBLE EQUIPMENT Only equipment tested and approved by ABS may be used in combination with the ABS Lock DHO3 ABS accepts no liability for incidents resulting from the use of non compatible equipment The use of alternative equipment is only possible aft
4. emove the roof tile where the DHO3 is to be installed 2 Position the roof hook over the rafter 3 The folded back edge along the top side of the roof hook is designed to fit over the rafter and keep it in place www fall arrest eu k MoA_057_01 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Page 4 of 8 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu ABS Safety GmbH Installation and User Manual ABS Absturzsicherung mit System 4 Screw both screws part of the way in 5 First screw the bottom screw right into the rafter Be careful Do not overly tighten the screw Do not bend the roof hook 6 Now screw the top screw right into the rafter T Finally replace the roof tile It may prove necessary to break off a section of the tile so that it fits properly www fall arrest eu gt MoA_057_01 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 eMail info fall arrest eu 18 04 2011 Page 5 of 8 ABS Safety GmbH Installation and User Manual INSTALLATION OF THE ABS LOCK DHO3 F ON ABS LOCK FALZ IV SEAM BRACKET AB mit S Roof hook ABS Lock DHO3 F M16 bolt Central bar of the ABS Lock Falz IV N M16 spring washer M16 nut M10 nut M10 spring washer NNS M10 nut Synthetic stand 1 Screw the roof hook onto the crossbar of t
5. er receiving written permission from ABS IMPORTANT When using a retention system with a rope shortener the lanyard must be appropriately adjusted to rule out the possibility of a fall ABS does not accept any liability for non conformance However in certain situations the user may hold onto the roof hook for reasons of safety This is permissible However one should take care not to exert too much force as this could lead to deformation The roof hook has been specially designed to buckle when put under pressure in the case of a fall in order to protect both the construction and the user from being subjected to excessive force SUBSTRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS MATERIALS Supporting wooden roof construction rafter RAFTER SIZE The rafter must be at least 6x16cm in size www fall arrest eu k MoA_057_04 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Page 3 of 8 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu Installation and User Manual ABS Safety GmbH ABS Absturzsicherung mit System INSTALLATION Only use original ABS assembly materials screws etc INSTALLATION OF THE ABS LOCK DHO3 WITH OR WITHOUT RAFTER INSULATION Before usage it is imperative to check that the screws supplied with the DHO3 are long enough and comply with the minimum depth requirements when screwed into the rafters The required minimum depth is 100 mm 1 R
6. ge 1 of 8 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu ABS Safety GmbH ABS Installation and User Manual Absturzsicherung mit System INSPECTION PRIOR TO USAGE The recommendations for the usage of other products in conjunction with this product must be observed The anchorage point must be free from damage with no evidence of corrosion The installation technicians must ensure that the substructure is suitable for installing the ABS Lock DHO3 roof hook The anchorage point must be in good working order without any wear or tear or deformation The anchorage point must not be used if the above criteria are not fulfilled The anchorage point must be subjected to an annual inspection by an expert and accordingly documented This examination is crucial to both the effectiveness and the durability of the system which in turn has an immediate impact on the user s safety SAFETY REGULATIONS e Prior to usage the whole safety system should be checked for visible defects or signs of damage e g loose screws deformation fatigue corrosion defective roof sealants etc If there are any doubts as to whether the safety system is functioning safely it should be checked by an expert with respective written documentation The ABS Lock DHO3 was developed both to secure individuals and for hooking up roof ladders It must not be used for any other purpose Never hook up
7. he Falz IV using the stainless steel M16x30 bolt supplied countering it with the spring washer and nut 2 Torque to be used on the bolt 70 Nm 3 The synthetic stand is countered using the two M10 nuts placing a spring washer under the top M10 nut 4 The Falz IV can now be fixed to the substructure THE INSTALLATION OF THE ABS LOCK FALZ IV SEAM BRACKET IS DESCRIBED IN THE RESPECTIVE INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE PART OF THIS DOCUMENT www fall arrest eu gt MoA_057_01 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Page 6 of 8 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu ABS Safety GmbH ABS Installation and User Manual Absturzsicherung mit System LABELING INFORMATION The anchorage device bears a label with the following information Model ABS Lock DHO3 Manufacturer ABS Safety GmbH Batch No X XXXXX Max number of individuals allowed 3 individuals Test standard with release date EN 517 type B EN 795 1996 types A B Symbol pointing out that it is important to follow the instructions in the user manual CE symbol and ID No of the notified office DEKRA EXAM GmbH engaged in inspecting the PPE Dinnendahlstrasse 9 CE 0158 44809 Bochum If the product is distributed in countries where a different language is spoken the dealer is responsible for ensuring that a user manual is supplied in the corre
8. ried out routine a qualified or maintenance person inspection www fall arrest eu k MoA_057_01 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Page 8 of 8 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu
9. sponding local language WARRANTY ABS Lock DHO3 components are manufactured from stainless steel Used under normal conditions we grant a 1 year guarantee against manufacturing faults on all components Should however the system be implemented in an environment which is particularly corrosive the warranty period may be shortened When subjected to stress in the case of a fall all warranty rights relating to those components designed to absorb energy and which may possibly be deformed and need replacing expire Important ABS Safety does not assume any responsibility or grant any warranties for installing the system or in cases where other installation companies are responsible for supplying and installing the components SALES AND DEVELOPMENT ABS Safety GmbH www fall arrest eu Gewerbering 3 www fall arrest eu 47623 Kevelaer GERMANY www fall arrest eu k MoA_057_01 Gewerbering 3 Telefax 49 0 2832 97281 29 18 04 2011 ABS Safety GmbH Telephone 49 0 2832 97281 0 Page 7 of 8 47623 Kevelaer eMail info fall arrest eu ABS Safety GmbH ABS Installation and User Manual Absturzsicherung mit System INSPECTION LOG Model ABS Lock DHO3 Year of manufacture up EN 517 B EN 795 1996 description standard types A B Purchase date Batch number Date first used Name signature Date of the next of Processing reason Identified damage routine examination maintenance work car
10. undefined loads to the safety system e This product may be used as a single anchorage point by max 3 individuals This product may only be used by appropriately instructed and trained personnel This product must be used with connectors in accordance with EN 362 and personal fall protection equipment e g lanyard with fall absorber according to EN 354 and EN 355 guided type fall arrester with a flexible anchor in compliance with EN 353 2 or a self retracting lifeline in accordance with EN 360 e Following a fall the product must be taken out of service and examined by the manufacturer Do not expose the anchorage point to chemicals or other aggressive substances If in doubt please contact the manufacturer e If there are any doubts as to the safety of the anchorage point it should be immediately taken out of service and sent to the manufacturer for inspection e When installing using the ABS Lock DHO3 roof hook the respective accident prevention rules must be observed e g working on rooves An emergency rescue plan must be in place to cover any emergency which may arise e Prior to commencing work steps must be taken to ensure that no tools or equipment can fall from the workplace The area directly below the place of work pavement etc must be kept free Stainless steel must not come into contact with sanding dust or steel tools as this can lead to corrosion e The anchorage point must be planned installed and used
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