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1. IMPROPER CONNECTION t Load Direction PROPER CONNECTION IMPROPER CONNE i Pull the lanyard through the Load Direction connecting web loop to secure C CONNECTINGTO A ROPE GRAB FALL ARRESTOR It is recommended the lanyard end vs the energy absorber end be attached to the rope grab This recommendation is made to reduce 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 CONNECTINGTO SELF RETRACTING LIFELINE DBI SALA 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 DBI SALA if considering connecting an energy absorbing lanyard toa self ret2. User Instruction Manual Lanyards With Integral Energy Absorbers and Energy Absorber Components Used in Personal Fall Arrest Systems ANSI Z359 1 and ANSI A10 14 Type I System This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturers Instructions as required by ANSI A10 14 and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA Figure 1 EZ STOP Lanyards EZ STOP II EZ STOP III EZ STOP II SHOCKWAVE 2 LANYARD EZ STOP RETRAX RETRACTING LANYARD EZ STOP EZ STOP II EZ STOP II WEB LANYARDS SHOCKWAVE LANYARDS CABLE LANYARDS TIE BACK LANYARDS WEB LANYARDS ge Ate WARNING This product is part of a personal restraint work positioning suspension or rescue system The user must read and follow the manufacturer s instructions for each component or part of the complete system These instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment The user must read and understand these instructions or have them explained to them before using this equipment Manufacturer s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this product Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death IMPORTANT If you have any questions on the use care application or suitability for use of this equipment contact DBI SALA IMPORTANT Before using this equipment re
3. NOTED PERFORMED QD 9 0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE MODEL NUMBER DATE PURCHASED INSPECTION DATE NOTED PERFORMED 9 0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE MODEL NUMBER DATE PURCHASED INSPECTION DATE NOTED PERFORMED USA Canada 3965 Pepin Avenue 260 Export Boulevard Red Wing MN 55066 1837 Mississauga Ontario L5S 1Y9 Toll Free 800 328 6146 Toll Free 800 387 7484 Phone 651 388 8282 Phone 905 795 9333 Fax 651 388 5065 Fax 905 795 8777 www salagroup com This manual is available for download at www salagroup com ANSI RAB N Fre No FM 39709 ev G 16
4. 5 000 Ibs 22KN Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components Do not use equipment that is not compatible Non compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage See Figure 2 Connectors must be compatible in size shape and strength Self locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI 2359 1 and OSHA 2 2 Making Connections Only use self locking snap hooks and carabiners with this equipment Only use connectors that are suitable to 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 DBI SALA connectors Snap hooks and carabiners are designed to be used only as specified in each product s user s instructions See Figure 3 for inappropriate connections DBI SALA snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected Figure 3 Inappropriate Connections A Toa D ring to which 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 structural elements such as rebar or cross members that are not shaped in a way that can capture the gate of the hook C Inafalse engagement where features that pr
5. center 9503175 hook leg ends EZ STOP II CABLE LANYARDS 7 32 in cable 9503175 snap hook each end 7 32 in cable 9503175 snap hook one end 2007153 snap hook other end 7 32 in cable 9503175 snap hook one end 2000108 carabiner other end EZ STOP II TIE BACK LANYARDS 1 in web 9503175 hook both ends floating D ring 1 in web 100 tie off 9503175 hook center and leg ends floating D rings EZ STOP III WEB LANYARDS 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook each end 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook one end 2007153 hook one end 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook one end 2000108 carabiner one end 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook one end 1200049 wire pipe hook one end 1 3 8 in web web loop one end 2007153 hook one end 1 3 8 in web web loop one end 9503175 hook one end EZ STOP II ENERGY ABSORBER COMPONENT 9503175 hook one end D ring one end 24 in length SHOCKWAVE 2 WEB LANYARD 1 15 16 in web 9503175 hook each end EZ STOP RETRAX RETRACTING WEB LANYARD 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook each end 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook one end 9510057 hook other end 1 3 8 in web 9503175 hook one end 2007153 hook other end 1 3 8 in web 100 tie off 9503175 hook each end Note Other hook and lanyard options available 1 0 APPLICATIONS 1 1 PURPOSE DBI SALA 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 con
6. NG Lanyards olny THIS UNIT HAS SEEN IMPACT LOADING AND MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE 8 1 Continued on next page 11 8 2 These labels must be attached to all Energy Absorbing Lanyards or Energy Absorber components except EZ Stop III Shock Wave Lanyards and fully legible WARNING im inne 4 ARRESTING FORCE 900 LES CITY 310 LES MAX MODEL NO HENGT SUL I COULD KF Zi OBI SALA 3065 PEPIN AVE RED WING MN MFRD eaor LOT F WETS GI 410 14 1001 ERS INSTRUCT IOG 10 094 EDOT rleg MACI VI WE GLY VIH NG rire LOCK F Awe 410 44 1901 TYPE I ENE URIS AO HEST 1 EELUI M EST I 310 US ID Label EZ Stop III Web Lanyards A WARNING FALL ARREST OR RESTRAINT SYSTEM DEATH DO NOT REMOVE LABEL Warning Label EZ Stop II Tie Back Lanyards Warning Label All Web Loop Energy Absorbing Lanyards Permanently Attached to Harness Warning Label All Web Loop Energy Absorbing Lanyards Not Permanently Attached to Harness A WARNING THIS DEVICE DOES NOT REDUCE FREE FALL DISTANCE 2 I i TO LIMIT RETRACTED LENGTH OF LANYARD FULLY EXTENO LANYARD THEN SLIDE RETRACTOR AWAY FROM CENTER OF LANYARD 9501417 REV PATENT PENDING 9501416 REV Ss lt gt ta roe fo FT RRRR EE Retrax Inspection Label Retrax Warning Label 12 9 0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE MODEL NUMBER DATE PURCHASED INSPECTION DATE
7. and 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 1 inch of the metal compression sleeves swages at either end of the assembly The wire rope should be free of corrosion ENERGY ABSORBING COMPONENT Inspect energy absorber to determine if it has been activated There should be no evidence of elongation See Figure 11 Ensure energy absorber cover is secure and not torn or damaged On the Shockwave 2 Lanyard models the lanyard webbing will tear out to reveal the warning on the impact indicator label See section 8 2 for label illustration All labels should be present and fully legible See section 8 0 Inspect each system component or subsystem per associated manufacturer s instructions Record the inspection date and results in the inspection log See section 9 0 If inspection reveals an unsafe condition remove unit from service immediately and destroy or contact an authorized service center for repair 6 0 6 1 6 2 MAINTENANCE SERVICING STORAGE 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 information contact DBI SALA An excessive buildup of dirt paint etc may prevent the lanyard from working pro
8. cord the product identification information found on the I D label in the inspection and maintenance log in section 9 0 of this manual Copyright 2004 DB Industries Inc DESCRIPTIONS EZ STOP II WEB LANYARDS 1 in web 9503175 hook each end 1 in web 9503175 hook one end 2007153 hook other end 1 in web 9503175 hook one end 1200049 wire pipe clamp other end 1 in web 9503175 hook one end 2000108 carabiner other end 1 in web web loop one end 2007153 hook other end 1 in web web loop one end 95031 75 hook other end 1 in web adjustable 9503175 hook each end 1 in web 100 tie off 9503175 hook center 2007153 hook leg ends 1 in web 100 tie off 9503175 hook center and leg ends 1 in web 100 tie off 9503175 hook center 2000108 carabiner leg ends 1 in web 100 tie off web loop center 2007153 hook leg ends 1 in web 100 tie off web loop center 9503175 hook leg ends EZ STOP Il SHOCKWAVE WEB LANYARDS 1 in elastic web 9503175 hook each end 1 in elastic web 9503175 hook one end 2007153 hook other end 1 in elastic web web loop one end 2007153 hook other end 1 in elastic web web loop one end 9503175 hook other end 1 in elastic web 100 tie off 9503175 hook center and both ends 1 in elastic web 100 tie off 9503175 hook center 2007153 hook leg ends 1 in elastic web 100 tie off web loop center 2007153 hook leg ends 1 in elastic web 100 tie off web loop
9. fall arrest ve distance by up to 42 inches Figure 4 shows how to estimate fall clearance distance when using an year RANGE BELO energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber FEST eee ne subsystem Other factors may influence the eo required clearance distances For example using an energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber BE with a rope grab fall arrestor may require Er additional clearance due to stretch in the lifeline or CLEARANCE TO OBSTRUCTION C I 172 FEET MINIMUM REQUIRED 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 Figure 5 Swing Fall Hazard 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 information 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 anchora
10. ge point The user must therefore account for an increase in the total free fall distance and the area needed to safely arrest the fall Swing falls can be minimized by working as directly below the anchorage point as possible Never permit a swing fall if injury could occur If a swing fall situation exists in your application contact DBI SALA before proceeding See Figure 5 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 components which have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be removed from service and destroyed See Figure 11 WARNING Read and follow manufacturer s instructions for associated equipment full body harness rope grab etc used in your fall protection system IMPORTANT For special custom versions of this product follow the instructions herein If included see supplement for additional instructions 3 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS See Figure 6 for hook operation When using a hook to co
11. his equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual Some subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation 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 DBI SALA 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 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 affect 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 carefu
12. ions Do not side load the pipe hook 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 CONNECTINGTOTHE BODY SUPPORT Connect the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber to the D ring on the back between the shoulders dorsal D ring on a full body harness Connect so the energy absorber portion of the lanyard is on the body support side DBI SALA does not recommend using a body belt for fall arrest applications If using a body belt connect the energy absorbing 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 See Figure 10 1 Insert the energy absorbing lanyard web loop through the harness web loop or D ring 2 Insert the opposite end of the energy absorbing lanyard through the connecting web loop 3 Pull the attached energy absorbing lanyard through the connecting web loop to secure Figure 8 Attaching Tie Back Figure 9 Attaching Wire Form Figure 10 Attaching Web Loop an Dar 4 Insert lanyord web Fed through ORAG web loop or D ring on harness Harness Web Loop or O ring E N Web Loop on EN Energy Absorbing Lanyard Insert opposite end of anyard through the lanyard web loop
13. lly 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 connector 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 Figure 4 Estimating Fall Clearance FFD FREE FALL DISTANCE DD ENERGY ABSORBER DECELERATION DISTANCE 3 1 2 FEET VA WY HY HEIGHT TO DORSAL CONNECTOR WHEN WORKER IS SUSPENDED C CLEARANCE TO OBSTRUCTION DURING FALL ARREST 1 1 2 FEET REQUIRED RO REQUIRED DISTANCE BELOW WORKING C FALL ARREST FORCES The assembled fall ioe ee arrest system must keep fall arrest forces below 1 800 Ibs when used with a full body harness IMPORTANT Some energy absorbing lanyards such as EZ Stop Retrax and the Shockwave lanyards make use of retracting devices designed to shorten their free length These devices do not decrease free fall distance FREE FALL DISTANCE FFD 6 FEET MAXIMUM ALLOWED WORKING SURFACE 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 EE eae object Energy absorbers can extend the
14. nnect to an anchorage or when coupling components of the system together ensure accidental disengagement roll out cannot occur Roll out occurs when interference between 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 completely close over the attachment object For these situations use a tie off adaptor or other anchorage connector to allow a compatible connection Do not knot lanyard in any manner and do not hook lanyard back into itself choker style Snap hooks and carabiners must not be connected to each other Do not attach snap hooks to web loops Figure 6 Making Connections PULL BACK GATE WITH THUMB r 4 i m i PUSH INWARD amab ROTATE DEPRESS LOCKING dem MECHANISM WITH GA CLOCKWISE OEPRESS LOCKING INDEX FINGER lt a KECHANI SM w O A CONNECTING TO ANCHORAGE OR ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR See Figure 7 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 s
15. otrude 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 manufacturer 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 will 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 of at least A 3 600 lbs when certification exists reference ANSI 2359 1 for certification 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 number of PFAS attached to the anchorage Per OSHA 1926 500 and 1910 66 Anchorages used for attachment of PFAS shall be independent 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 acomplete PFAS which maintains a safety factor of at least two and is supervised by a qualified person 3 0 OPERATION AND USE WARNING Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment Consult DBI SALA when using t
16. perly 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 DBI SALA 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 7 0 SPECIFICATIONS The maximum arresting force of DBI SALA Energy Absorbing 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 component when dynamically tested in accordance with ANSI 2359 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 EZ STOP II U S Patent Number 5 174 410 9503175 self closing and self locking snap hook U S Patent Number 4 977 647 Can 2 027 784 Lanyard Model Energy Absorber Specifications ie Lanyard Specifications Fixed Length f ve uer ve pol un egne nen Fixed 1 in polyester web 8 800 Ib tensile EZ Stop Il Web Lanyards
17. racting lifeline 3 4 ADJUSTINGTHE RETRAX LANYARD The ar amount of the lanyard that is retracted into Figure 11 Adjusting the Retrax Lanyard Length the Retrax housing can be adjusted by 1 Fully extend the lanyard from the Retrax housing completely extending the lanyard from the housing then sliding the housing up or down the lanyard See Figure 11 Adjusting the a length of lanyard that is retracted into the housing will not reduce the amount of fall clearance needed to arrest a fall See section 3 2D Or 2 Side the Retrax housing away from the center of the lanyard WARNING The Retrax lanyard is designed to retract and store the lanyard strap It is not designed to lock or limit the lanyard length in a fall 3 5 After use return the lanyard for cleaning or storage as described in section 6 0 4 0 TRAINING 4 1 Itis the responsibility of all users of this equipment to understand these instructions 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 ona periodic basis 5 0 INSPECTION 5 1 FREQUENCY e Befo
18. re 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 If the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component has been subjected to fall arrest or impact forces it must be immediately removed from service and destroyed IMPORTANT Extreme working conditions harsh environment prolonged use etc may require increasing the frequency of inspections 5 2 INSPECTION STEPS Step 1 Inspect energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component 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 closing 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 soiling heavy paint buildup and rust staining Check for chemical or heat damage indicated by brown discolored or brittle areas Check for
19. struction and demolition maintenance oil production confined space rescue and similar activities where there exists the possibility of a 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 use by persons with a combined weight person clothing tools etc of no more than 310 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 DBI SALA 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 governing this equipment for more information on Energ
20. ter web cover EZ Sioni Te pack 1 3 4 in polyester web strength member tubular nylon 1 polyester web strength member 100 er Web Lanyard web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed 8 800 Ib tensile strength with 1 3 8 in thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength tubular polyester web cover 1 3 4 in polyester web strength member tubular nylon 1 15 16 in tubular polyester web EZ Stop II Shockwave web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed strength member 6 000 Ib tensile thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength strength 1 15 16 in tubular polyester web strength member EE EE EE Shockwave 2 nylon web wear pads both ends polyester thread Fixed y gy ao same material 8 800 Ib tensile strength EZ Stop II Retrax AA IN polyester Resto a member Nyon wep 1 3 8 polyester web 6 000 Ib tensile Web Lanai wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed Se y thread 6 000 Ib tensile strength g 10 8 0 LABELING 8 1 These labels must be securely attached to the Shock Wave 2 Lanyard and fully legible ANSI 7350 1 1902 AMARNING INSPECT MPACT INDICATOR FOR RUPTURED OR To RED STITCHING A IF aE MER IS RUPTURED OR TORN REMOVE FROM SERVICE JACKET MATERIAL NYLON lagd MODEL No LENGTH 3065 Pepin Avenue Red Wing MN 55066 Shock Absorbing Lanyard 800 328 6146 ID Label EZ Stop III Shock Wave Lanyards only IMPACT INDICATOR Impact Indicator Label EZ Stop Shock Wave III A WARNI
21. ultraviolet damage indicated by discoloration and the presence of splinters or slivers on the webbing surface All of the above factors are known to reduce webbing 8 Figure 11 Inspecting the Energy Absorber for Activation THE FOLLOWING INSPECTION ITEMS ARE INDICATIONS TORN WEBBING THE ENERGY ABSORBER HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO IMPACT LOADING AND HAS BEEN ACTIVATED OC EEE DGD TORN OR BROKEN COVER OPEN END OR RIPPED OUT STITCHING MEASUREO LENGTH MORE IN ske DEC Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 THAN SIX INCHES LONGER THAN LENGTH MARKED ON LABEL strength Damaged or questionable webbing should be replaced Inspect stitching for pulled or cut stitches Broken stitches may be an indication the energy 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 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 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 str
22. web wear pads both ends ny on outer cover polyester Ixe strength thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength Adjustable Length 1 n in PR a member a nylon Pe 41 1 in polyester web 8 800 Ib tensile EZ Stop II Web Lanyards web wear pads both ends ny on outer cover polyester justable strength thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength1 100 Tie off 1 3 4 in polyester web strength member tubular nylon 1 in polyester web 100 tie off E Sion Ti Web Lanyards web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed 8 800 lb tensile cirenaih p y thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength i g 1 3 4 in polyester web strength member tubular nylon Ke rr web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed Not Applicable p thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength EZS 1 3 4 in polyester web strength member nylon web 7 32 in 7x9 galvanized cable vinyl top Il l Cae a ad wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed covered y thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength 5 600 Ib tensile strength 1 3 8 in tubular polyester web strength member nylon EZ S p web wear pads both ends polyester thread 8 800 Ib Fixed bara in UB Polyester web strength Web Lanyards member 6 000 Ib tensile strength tensile strength EZ Ston II Tie back 1 3 4 in polyester web strength member tubular nylon 1 polyester web strength member ee aid web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester Fixed 8 800 Ib tensile strength with 1 3 8 in y thread 8 800 Ib tensile strength tubular polyes
23. y Absorbing Lanyards Energy Absorbers and associated system components 2 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2 1 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS DBI SALA equipment is designed for use with DBI SALA approved components and subsystems only Substitutions or replacements made with non approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may effect the safety and reliability of the complete system 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 mechanisms to inadvertently open regardless of how they become oriented Contact DBI SALA if you have any questions about compatibility Figure 2 Unintentional Disengagement Roll out If the connecting element that a snap hook shown or carabiner attaches to is undersized or irregular in shape a situation could occur where the connecting element applies a force to the gate of the snap hook or carabiner This force may cause the gate of either a self locking or a non locking snap hook to open allowing the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point Small ring or other non compatibly shaped element 1 Force is applied to the snap 2 The gate presses against the 3 The gate opens allowing the snap hook connecting ring hook to slip off Connectors hooks carabiners and D rings must be capable of supporting at least
24. ystem 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 100 tie off 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 EZ Stop II Shockwave 100 tie off type lanyard only one leg of the lanyard shall be attached to the anchorage or anchorage connector once working location is reached 6 Figure 7 Connecting to Anchorage Attaching a Tie Back Lanyard See PA Figure 8 Place the tie back lanyard eae ANCHORAGE E over the anchoring structure Ensure E L the lanyard is not twisted Adjust the floating D ring so it hangs below the anchoring structure Attach the lanyard CONNECTING end hook to the floating D ring an SES ANCHORAGE ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR SiG oS TATA ENERGY ABSORBING f ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARD 4 LANYARD Attaching a Lanyard with Wire Form Pipe Hook The wire form pipe hook is intended for use with pipes up to three inches in diameter The anchorage must be geometrically compatible in size and shape See Figure 9 for examples of proper and improper connections and intended load direct
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