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1. Copyright Notice This owner s manual is copyrighted all rights reserved It may not in whole or in part be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Aerial Machine and Tool Corp Copyright 2009 Aerial Machine and Tool Corp Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUM001 Page 2 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual The following symbols are used throughout this manual WARNINGS indicate a procedure or situation that may result in serious injury or death if instructions are not followed correctly Gor CAUTIONS indicate any situation or technique that will result in potential damage to the product or render the product unsafe if instructions are not followed correctly NOTES are used to emphasize important points tips and reminders 1 0 INTRODUCTION The Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness CTRH is an innovative Class III full body Life Safety Harness designed to be used in a wide variety of tactical and rescue scenarios faced by heliborne law enforcement public safety and military personnel This harness is a system component materials arranged and secured on the body to Support a person during human external cargo HEC operations This harness meets all requirements set out in NFPA 1983 and TSO C16 7 NOTE Additonal Information concerning life safety harnesses can be found in NFPA 1500 Standard o2. 9mm Magazine Pocket other sizes available NOTE The BL at the end of the part number indicates color Currently CTRH are sold in Black only Other colors are available on request and approval by FAA Call Aerial for information and pricing 276 952 2006 main office Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 20 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual Appendix C Chameleon Harness Nomenclature Shoulder Pad Shoulder Adjustment buckle Front Chest Tether Point Reflective Tape Front Chest Pad with Molle Mounting Webbing Front Waist Tether Point Waist Belt Molle Mount Webbing A Ta S Front Equipment mount ring Waist Belt Attachment Buckle Leg Strap and Buckle egra Front View Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 21 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual Appendix C Chameleon Harness Nomenclature Continued Reflective Tape Rear Back Tether Point Rear Torso Height Adjustment Buckle Waist Belt Molle Rear Waist lumbar Mount Webbing Attachment Point Rear Leg Strap with Elastic Leg Pad Back View Page 22 TSOUMO001 Aerial Machine and Tool Corp Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness Appendix D Size Chart S fits waist 29 to 34 inches MED fits waist 30 to 36 inches LG fits waist 34 to 40 inches XL fits waist 38 to 46 inches Aerial Machine and Tool Corp User s Manual Maximum Height Maximum Height Ma
3. 4 1 Cleaning procedures NOTE Adetailed log of harness inspection cleaning and repair is crucial to the upkeep of your chameleon harness Always log inspections and cleanings in appendix A Harness Inspection Log Sheet warnine MANY CLEANING AGENTS CONTAIN CORROSIVE CHEMICALS WHICH MAY DAMAGE COMPONENTS ON YOUR HARNESS USE MILD BIODEGRADABLE CLEANING AGENTS ONLY AERIAL RECOMMENDS CLEANERS SUCH AS SIMPLE GREEN CLEANER OR VERY MILD SOAP SUCH AS IVORY DISHWASHING LIQUID FOR THE REMOVAL OF CONTAMINANTS 4 1 a Before cleaning in water brush all dirt and other contaminants from harness using a soft cleaning brush 4 1 b Mix cleaning solution according to manufacturer s recommendations 4 1 c Apply a generous amount of cleaning solution to the affected spot and lightly scrub with soft cleaning brush 4 1 d Immerse in fresh warm water and agitate until all cleaning solution is removed Check spot and repeat steps 4 1 c and 4 1 d as necessary warnine IF STEPS 4 1 C AND 4 1 D ARE UNSUCCESSFUL REMOVING CONTAMINATION THEN HARNESS IS TO BE CONDEMNED AND REMOVED FROM SERVICE 4 1 e Hang harness out of direct sunlight to air dry JN warnine DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SPEED DRYING BY PUTTING HARNESS IN CLOTHES DRYER OR BY USING ANY ELECTRICAL HEATED DRYING DEVICE HEAT DEGRADES THE NYLON FIBERS IN THE LOAD BEARING WEBBING Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUM001 Page 17 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 4 1 Cl
4. refer to the inspection and use guidelines in this manual before and after every use Record all inspections and damage found on harness inspection log sheet Appendix A once harness is placed into service Before placing into service and before the first use by an individual your Chameleon Harness must be properly fitted to your torso height To achieve proper fit a second person is needed to ensure the height adjustment as indicated in section 3 1 e Adjust Torso Height Note this adjustment is not for use during operations and is therefore inaccessible to the user when donned Enter your fitting and place into service data in appendix A Harness Inspection Log Sheet N warnine KEEP YOUR HARNESS INSPECTED AND IN USABLE CONDITION IMPROPER WEAR MAY RESULT INJURY OR DEATH ALWAYS COMPLY WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CARE PRESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL IMPROPER USE OR NEGLIGENT CARE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUM001 Page 4 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 1 1 Rescue Harness Limitations Aerial has set life limits for rescue harnesses at seven 7 years service life from date harness is put into service Life limit not to exceed ten 10 years from date of manufacture DOM Date of manufacture can be found on label Record your date of manufacture and serial number in appendix A Harness inspection log sheet The maximum weight limit is 450 pounds The m
5. should be inspected for cracks deformities and corrosion to include the Operation of the release tab springs 3 The hardware parts Shall be free from burrs and sharp edges and are designed and located to minimize the possibility of injury to the user warnine HARDWARE DAMAGE NO DAMAGE OTHER THAN MINOR SRATCHES AND SURFACE CORROSION OF A MINOR NATURE ARE ALLOWED IF CRACKS DEFORMITY OR SEVERE CORROSION RESULTING IN DEGREDATION OF METAL OR DEFECTIVE RELEASE TAB SPRINGS ARE FOUND THEN HARNESS IS TO BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE AND RETURNED TO AERIAL FOR INSPECTION AND EVALUATION Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 10 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 2 3 Inspect All Webbing Inspect all webbing for e Cuts tears and abrasion damage e Contamination damage such as petroleum products and corrosives warnine WEBBING DAMAGE IF ANY LOAD BEARING WEBBING SHOWS ANY CUT TEAR OR SIGNIFICANT ABRASION BEYOND SLIGHT PILING THEN THE HARNESS IS UNREPAIRABLE AND SHALL BE CONDEMNED CONTAMINATION IF CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION I E PETROLEUM CORROSIVES ETC THEN EXAMINE FOR OBVIOUS DAMAGE AND DEGRADATION IF DAMAGE FOUND THEN HARNESS IS BEYOND REPAIR AND SHALL BE DISPOSED OF IF NO DAMAGE EVIDENT THEN CLEAN ACCORDING TO CLEANING PROCEDURES IN SECTION 4 1 OF THIS MANUAL 2 4 Record Inspection Record preflight inspection on harness inspection log sheet appendix A NOTE Adetailed log of harness i
6. Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness CTRH User Manual and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ICA s oF a Cc ME il Aerial Machine and Tool Corp www aerialmachineandtool com 4298 JEB Stuart Hwy Phone 276 952 2006 Meadows of Dan VA 24120 FAX 276 952 2231 AVIATION SAFETY TACTICAL REV DATE 21 Dec 2012 TSOUMO01 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual Table of Contents List of Effective Pages Revision section Page Date Title Page 1 09 12 12 Table of Contents List of Effective Pages 2 09 12 12 1 0 Introduction 3 4 09 12 12 1 1 Rescue Harness Limitations 5 09 12 12 1 2 Labeling Information 6 09 12 12 1 3 Instructions for Continued Airworthiness 4 09 12 12 1 4 Airworthiness Limitations l 09 12 12 2 0 Pre Flight 30 Day Inspection Procedures 8 09 12 12 2 1 Inspect All Tether and Load Bearing Points 8 9 09 12 12 2 2 Inspect Harness Hardware 10 09 12 12 2 3 Inspect All Webbing 11 09 12 12 2 4 Record Inspection 11 09 12 12 3 0 User Operation Section 12 09 12 12 3 1 Donning and Adjustment 12 14 09 12 12 3 2 Optional Items 15 16 09 12 12 4 0 Cleaning and Storage ICA 17 09 12 12 4 1 Cleaning Procedures 17 18 09 12 12 4 2 Storage Procedures 18 09 12 12 Appendix A Harness Inspection Log Sheet 19 09 12 12 Appendix B Optional Items List 20 09 12 12 Appendix C Nomenclature Diagram 21 22 09 12 12 Appendix D Size Chart 23 09 12 12 Appendix E Parts List 24 09 12 12
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8. GEABLE WITH OTHER SYSTEMS 3 2 a Dual Pick Up Strap The dual pick up strap is an optional item designed to give the rescuer an option of connecting to survivor for a double pick up It can be used on the front waist or front chest tether point Front Chest Recommended Carabiner attaches to Rescuer s Chameleon V ring attaches to hoist Two way gated hook is for survivor or other SAR equipment hook up Dual Pick Up Strap is rated by manufacturer at 1000 Ibs 454 kgs operating load and 4500 Ibs 2041 kgs max load Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUM001 Page 15 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 3 2 Optional Items for CTRH Continued 3 2 6 Shoulder Protector Pads Shoulder protector pads are available for use during hoisting operations and are available in right and left configuration Pads are intended for hoist operators who practice cable management with cable on their shoulder during helicopter hoisting operations The pads protect expensive flight suits from grease and wear Replacements can be ordered using part number in Appendix B Step 1 Mate pad hook to shoulder Step 2 Fold protector pad back over pad pile on bottom of pad harness shoulder pad Step 3 Put on and adjust harness Mate the Shoulder Protector Pad plastic buckle and snug strap around arm Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 16 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 4 0 CLEANING AND STORAGE
9. OL CORP 4298 JEB STUART HWY MEADOWS OF DAN VA 24120 www aerialmachineandtool com CHAMELEON TACTICAL RESCUE HARNESS SIZE AMTC WAIST SIZE MAX HEIGHT SERIAL DOM MAXIMUM WEIGHT 450 LBS THIS HARNESS MEETS THE LIFE SAFETY HARNESS REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 1983 STANDARD ON LIFE SAFETY ROPE AND EQUIPMENT FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES 2006 EDITION CLASS III MADE IN U S A TSO C167 Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 6 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 1 3 Instructions for Continued Airworthiness The Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ICA as applied to the Chameleon CTRH harness are as follows a When changes to the ICAs are made and approved those changes will be published and distributed in a hard copy format to all current users as indicated in the company s sales and distribution records b This User Manual and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness in its entirety constitute the ICAs for this harness c This document provides a complete description of the Chameleon harness to include operational information along with any special procedures and limitations that apply d This document contains the information required for the inspection of the harness that includes the frequency of inspection inspection criteria disposition of defects that may be noted during the inspection and life limitations e There is no troubleshooting information applicable to this harness The manu
10. aximum operating weight is the total weight of the individual and all equipment supported by the harness Based on the rescue harness adjustments there is not a minimum height restriction Proper harness sizing is based on waist size and maximum height SIZING S fits waist 29 to 34 inches Maximum Height 72 inches MED fits waist 30 to 36 inches Maximum Height 74 inches LARGE fits waist 34 to 40 inches Maximum Height 76 inches XLG fits waist 38 to 46 inches Maximum Height 78 inches This rescue harness does not exhibit any unique aspects of installation for the user The conditions and tests for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards Those installing this article on or in a specific type or class of aircraft must determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards TSO articles must have separate approval for installation in an aircraft The parts contained in the Chameleon harness form a complete harness and are not interchangeable Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 5 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 1 2 Labeling Information The CTRH labeling information is located on mid scapular back pad Follow all warnings and guidance provided on label and in user guide Important information such as data manufacture and serial number are located on label as shown below LABEL REQUIRED BY NFPA 1983 2006 DO NOT REMOVE LABEL WARNING AERIAL MACHINE AND TO
11. eaning Procedures Continued 4 1 f Once harness is dry it is recommended using dry filtered shop air to blow out female side of cobra nautics and spray coat with a light water displacing compound such as ACF 50 or WD40 on female fitting release tab posts taking care not to contaminate harness webbing 4 1 g Upon completion of cleaning procedure log cleaning in harness inspection log sheet Appendix A 4 2 Storage Procedures 4 2 a Store your CTRH in an environmentally controlled area out of direct sunlight If you must store your Chameleon on an aircraft place it in a protective storage bag or in a compartment out of direct sunlight where it is protected from contamination by petroleum products 4 2 6 Do not expose your CTRH to flame or high temperature If your CTRH is exposed to flame or high temperature conduct an inspection according to Section 2 to determine serviceability 4 2 c Retain a copy of your CTRH instructions with your harness in the appropriate storage location container Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 18 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual Appendix A Harness Inspection Log Sheet Harness Serial Number Date of Mfr Placed into Service DATE INSPECTOR print INSPECTION PERFORMED NOTES DAMAGE INITIALS Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 19 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual Appendix B Chameleon Harness Optional Items List
12. facturer does not permit removing or replacing harness parts or repairs to the harness 1 4 Airworthiness Limitations a The mandatory replacement times for the Chameleon harness is seven years in service and ten years from the date of manufacture b A preflight inspection shall be performed prior to the first flight of the day c A preflight inspection shall performed every 30 days if the harness has not been used during any thirty day period The Airworthiness Limitations section is FAA approved and specifies inspections and other maintenance required under FAR Parts 43 16 and 91 403 of the Federal Aviation Regulations unless an alternate program has been FAA approved Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 2 0 PREFLIGHT INSPECTION It is the responsibility of the user to inspect the CTRH before flight operations Perform a preflight inspection prior to the first flight on the day of and at intervals not to exceed 30 days If damage is found during an inspection the harness shall be removed from service until repaired by manufacturer This rescue harness does not require any type of calibration 2 1 Inspect All Tether amp Load Bearing Points Inspect front chest front waist rear back rear waist shoulder adjustment point and leg strap attachment points for e Cuts tears and abrasion damage e Open seams and loose or broken stitching e Contamination dama
13. ge such as petroleum products and corrosives WARNING BROKEN STITCHING NO BROKEN STITCHING IS ALLOWED ON LOAD BEARING SEAMS IDENTIFIED IN PICTURES BELOW YELLOW ARROWS NO LOCAL REPAIRS ARE AUTHORIZED IF DAMAGE TO LOAD BEARING SEAMS IS FOUND HARNESS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE AND SENT BACK TO AERIAL MACHINE AND TOOL FOR REPAIR CONTAMINATION IF CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION I E PETROLEUM CORROSIVES ETC THEN EXAMINE FOR OBVIOUS DAMAGE AND DEGRADATION IF DAMAGE FOUND THEN HARNESS IS BEYOND REPAIR AND SHALL BE DISPOSED OF IF NO DAMAGE EVIDENT THEN CLEAN ACCORDING TO CLEANING PROCEDURES IN SECTION 4 1 OF THIS MANUAL FRONT CHEST TETHER POINT FRONT WAIST TETHER POINT Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 8 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 2 1 Inspect All Tether amp Load Bearing Points Continue REAR Lumbar WAIST TETHER POINT Be sure to inspect the stitching above and below the D ring for damage SHOULDER ADJUSTMENT POINTS REAR BACK TETHER POINT Right and Left Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 9 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 2 2 Inspect All Harness Hardware Inspect all harness hardware for e Cracks and Deep Gouges NAUTIC STAINLESS STEEL BUCKLE e Deformity and Corrosion Located on waist and leg straps NOTE On the stainless steel Nautic buckles the male fitting 1 and the release tab post pins on the female fitting 2
14. n Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program NFPA 1983 Standard on Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency services and FAA TSO C16 Personnel Carrying Device Systems PCDS The CTRH is constructed of durable fire retardant materials to prevent melting Fire retardent materials do not protect user from flames or burns Gorey but merely prevent materials from melting onto user s skin Fire retardant materials char when exposed to flame but do not support flame Carry your harness carefully and do not expose your harness to flame or high temperatures as this could cause the harness to fail The harness incorporates four tether points two in front and two in back The waist belt incorporates standard one inch molle mounting and can accommodate a variety of attachments and pockets The harness comes in sizes S MED LARGE XL Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 3 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 1 0 INTRODUCTION Continued Your Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness CTRH is an important piece of survival equipment Proper care and maintenance will ensure your harness will accomplish the level of safety performance it is designed for It is important that you become familiar with these instructions to safely use this harness Retain this manual and appendices for reference Once removed from the package make a copy for your permanent records and a working copy to stay with your harness Always
15. nspection cleaning and repair is crucial to the upkeep of your CTRH Always log inspections damage and repairs during the service life of your CTRH Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 11 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 3 0 USER OPERATION Follow the instructions provided below to properly adjust and wear your chameleon harness NOTE Refer to Rescue Harness Limitations Section 1 1 for weight and size limitations 3 1 Donning and Adjustment Before you put on your harness release all attachment buckles and make sure you let out the webbing slack in all adjustment buckles Then follow the steps in this section to properly wear and adjust your harness 3 1 a Place harness shoulders 3 1 6 Step through middle of harness straps over right forearm with your right leg until right leg is with front tether points completely through harness and facing forward foot is back on the floor Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 12 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 3 1 Donning and Adjustment Continued 3 1 c Pull shoulder straps over head 3 1 d Pull waist belt around waist and center up harness on torso with belt centered in lumbar lower area of back and mate waist buckles at front waist tether point 3 1 e Adjust torso height by pulling on rear torso adjustment webbing and centering up rear back tether ring between upper half of user s shoulder blades keeping back pad
16. off user s neck If rear torso adjustment is required and the user cannot reach and adjust the rear torso then remove the harness and adjust the rear torso adjustment and re don the harness until proper adjustment is achieved After final adjustment stow excess webbing using velcro keeper strap Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUMO01 Page 13 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 3 1 Donning and Adjustment Continued 3 1 f Mate the leg strap buckles 3 1 g Adjust front shoulder strap and tighten snug but not webbing so harness rides snug so tight as to interfere with on torso and chest Stow excess user s circulation webbing in elastic keepers 3 1 h FINAL CHECK Do a good head to toe and recheck all buckles and adjustments for proper fit and security Recheck the following items e Rear Torso Height Adjustment e Front Shoulder Adjustment e Waist Adjustment amp Buckles e Leg Strap Buckles e Excess Webbing Stowed aircraft or starting the mission G Always perform a final check of your equipment before entering the Aerial Machine and Tool Corp TSOUM001 Page 14 Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual 3 2 Optional Items for CTRH The pictures below show optional uses for the CTRH A Complete list of optional Items are listed in Appendix B JN warnine USE SPECIFIED AERIAL OPTIONAL ITEMS ONLY LISTED ITEMS ARE DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR USE WITH THE CTRH AND ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE INTERCHAN
17. ximum Height Maximum Height TSOUMO001 72 inches 74 inches 76 inches 78 inches Page 23 Appendix E Parts List Component Part Number 6742 MS51925 4 MS22007 2 MS22007 1 Cobra Nautic F Cobra Nautic M H1037 3 Cordura COM BLP Cordura COMM FR W3010300BL1 FR W265131ABL R302 W3370002BL2 W6640201BL1 T038031ABL1 F126L0201BL2 RRT1 Y VT29502A6CRD VT29502A0EBL C9530002BL40 TECOM2BL AMTC Label W088021ABL 302 W088041ABL FR W088081ABL FR T038041ABL1 1 2 F126L0201BL1 F126H0201BL1 VT29502AFFBL C1152 3 Aerial Machine and Tool Corp Chameleon Tactical Rescue Harness User s Manual Description SS D Ring W Bar D Ring A A 59557 A4 Small Adjuster with spring 1 in Adjuster Assembly finished Cobra Buckle SS Female Cobra Buckle SS Male D Ring Bent SS 5000 Ib Cordura 1000D 1000 Denier Cordura Nylon Webbing A A 55301 Nylon Webbing PIA W 27265 Nylon Webbing MIL W 17337 Nylon Elastic Web MIL W 5664 Nylon Tape MIL T 5038 A A 55126 Loop Fastener Reflective Tape 1 in wide Thread Nylon A A 59826 Thread Nylon A A 59826 Cloth Duck Nylon PIA C 3953 Elastic Tape 2 in Label AMTC Logo 1 x1 Nylon Webbing MIL W 4088 Nylon Webbing MIL W 4088 Nylon Webbing PIA W 4088 Nylon Tape MIL W 5038 A A 55126 Loop Fastener A A 55126 Hook Fastener Thread Nylon A A 59826 Label Chameleon TSO C167 TSOUMO001 O lt aes Unit of Measure EA EA EA EA EA EA EA YD YD Y
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