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1. T Line Replace labels that are illegible e For protection of one person only e Operators should be fit and healthy otherwise consult a physician before using the T Line Do not use if pregnant e Arescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during the work M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 2 3 The T Line is a device containing twin lifelines on separate reels that rotate on a common shaft The lifelines automatically pay out and retract during normal movement of the operator and automatically lock at the onset of a fall 1 10 12 11 The operator can move freely along horizontal walkways or platforms When the user is moving horizontally one lifeline pays out whilst the other retracts 9 and the T Line will not lock If the user falls the T Line will arrest the fall and hold the user If the user falls both lifelines pay out quickly and the T Line locks The pulley brake grips the locked lifeline and prevents sliding The user can safely climb and descend When climbing both lifelines retract and the T Line will not lock When descending under normal conditions both lifelines pay out slowly and the T Line will not lock The T Line has an integrated rescue function The hand operated winch can be used to bring the suspended person back to the T Line Unit 16 10 2012 19 22 Cd d kel oa is fiw frm Ga A The T Line must be attached with a suitabl2. integrity of the device in any way e Withdraw approximately 1m of each lifeline and check that it remains under tension and then rewinds smoothly e Withdraw the Main Lifeline rapidly to check that it locks e Inspect the swivel connector with fall indicator If any portion of the indicator reveals the red marker the T Line should be removed from service Check the fall arrest harness other connectors and anchor slings if used as per the manufacturer s instructions Ensure that the T Line is fully retracted with the Pulley stowed in the Pulley Stowage Pocket in preparation for transport Ensure that the T Line is protected from excessive vibration or impact during transport PERIODIC EXAMINATION AND RECERTIFICATION The continued efficiency and durability of the T Line system and the safety of the user depends on regular Periodic Examination and Recertification Periodic Examination and Recertification is additional to the Pre Use Check and is a more formal in depth inspection and must be carried out at intervals of 12 months or less Under extremely severe corrosive liquid or abrasive dust exposures or for operation under extremes of temperature more frequent Periodic Examination and Recertification may be necessary Periodic Examination and Recertification is only to be conducted by an Authorized Service Agent WITHDRAWAL FROM USE AND REPAIR It is essential for safety that equipment is withdrawn from
3. the product has been operated outside its designed use b the product has been subjected to misuse neglect accident improper or inadequate maintenance c unauthorized modification s have been made to the product d the product has not been installed and operated in compliance with Meridian Safety Pty Ltd s instructions e the serial number of the product has been altered defaced or removed 16 10 2012 19 22 C Notified Body 0320 EN 360 2002 TUV NEL East Kilbride Glasgow G75 00F United Kingdom V T LINE SAFETY SYSTEM A erre MERIDI N SaFETY PTY LTO t linesafetysystem com M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 16 16 10 2012 19 22
4. use immediately should any doubt arise about its condition for safe use Repairs are only to be conducted by an Authorized Repair Agent 16 10 2012 19 22 Documentation is a key element of a well managed personal protective eguipment program Equipment Records should be maintained as proof of Periodic Examination and Recertification and Repair It is the responsibility of the user organization to enter onto the Equipment Record the details required CLEANING AND STORAGE Use a damp not wet cloth to remove dirt or other contaminants from the casing Do not use abrasives or solvents Mild detergent may be used but residue must be wiped away Use a bristle brush to remove dirt or other contaminants from the lifelines Do not use a wire brush Do not use gasoline or solvent Lubrication may be applied to a clean dry lifeline with a cloth Never immerse in water If water does get into the casing hang the unit and slowly withdraw each lifeline allowing the water to run out Use a clean dry cloth to wipe the lifeline dry as it returns Repeat if required Store the T Line in a clean dry place EQUIPMENT RECORD Serial Number Owner Date of Manufacture Name of Organisation Date of Purchase Address Date first put into use ACTIVITY REMARKS NAME amp SIGNATURE OF COMPETENT PERSON NEXT SERVICE DUE M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 8 9 Shows the correct or
5. 2 5kg 50lb M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 12 13 16 10 2012 19 22 SINGLE TWIN LINE MODE LINE MODE WARNING j j INCORRECT USE OF THE T LINE CAN EXPOSE THE USER TO RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 14 15 T T LINE SAFETY SYSTEM meERIDIAaN pry BARRRRRREARRA RE EE Meridian Safety Pty Ltd warrants to the owner user that Meridian Safety s T Line product will be free from defects in material and workmanship This warranty for new products is limited to two years from the date of purchase Meridian Safety Pty Ltd s obligations under this warranty are limited to the replacement of the equipment or repair of the equipment Meridian Safety Pty Ltd shall not be liable to the customer for any incidental consequential exemplary special or punitive damages nor for any loss of revenue profit or use arising out of a breach of this warranty or in connection with the sale maintenance use operation or repair of the product In no event will Meridian Safety Pty Ltd be liable for any amount greater than the purchase price of the defective product This warranty during the original warranty period extends beyond the original purchaser to subsequent owners of the T Line Repairs carried out under warranty do not extend the warranty period The warranty provided herein shall be void and of no effect in the event that a
6. C Notified Body 0321 EN 360 2002 Satra Technology Centre Kettering Northamptonshire NN16 8SD United Kingdom T LINE SAFETY SYSTEM OPERATOR S MANUAL DOC NO MT01 REVISION 4 EFFECTIVE 10TH OCTOBER 2012 M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 1 16 10 2012 19 22 rN ru a T LINE This Manual contains safety information and instructions for operating the T Line system This Manual should be stored in an area where it is accessible to operators of the T Line system Continued improvement and advancement of product design may have caused changes to your T Line system which are not included in this Manual Some photographs or illustrations in this Manual may show details or attachments that are different from your T Line system Whenever a question arises regarding your T Line or this Manual please con sult the Meridian Safety Pty Ltd website at www meridiansafety com for the latest available information Further information on operating the T Line system is available in training material and courses Further enquiry regarding these materials and courses should be directed to info meridiansafety com The Equipment Record and an Operators Manual must be supplied to the end user when the T Line is sold resold or otherwise made available for use This is to ensure that the end user gets the necessary information for the safe use of the T Line system CUSTOMER SERVICE Please contact the authorized T Line distributor in your
7. area for enquiries regarding the operation Periodic Examination and Recertification and Repair of your T Line system The distributor nearest you can be found by consulting www meridiansafety com e Do not use the T Line unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in this Manual Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings or improper operation could result in injury or death e Do not tamper with or make any alterations to the T Line e The T Line shall not be used outside its limitations as described in this Manual or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended e The operation and maintenance of the T Line system must comply with the work safety laws of the jurisdiction in which it is used Compliance may include the requirement for a Risk Assessment or Fall Hazard Survey Report e Operators of the T Line system must be properly trained and competent e A full body harness suitable for fall arrest is the only acceptable body holding device that can be used with the T Line system e Operators must carry out a Pre Use Check of the equipment as per the instructions in this Manual to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and operates correctly before it is used e Itis essential for safety that equipment is withdrawn from use immediately if the red indicator tab on the connector is exposed or should any doubt arise about its condition for safe use e Do not remove the labels from the
8. e The pulley must be attached with a suitable anchor anchor system to a structure with a minimum system to a structure with a minimum strength of strength of 22kN 5 0001b 22KN 5 0001b The Pulley Lifeline must be attached The Main Lifeline is terminated with The Pulley is taken from the Pulley Stowage Pocket The Pulley Lifeline loops around the Pulley before ae ae Ring using the Pulley a pe a r or and moved to the far end of the elevated work area being attached to the Connector Ring using the VENE One SMAP NOORE WIA INEICADT extracting the Pulley Lifeline along the way Pulley Lifeline Connector The operator attaches to the Main Lifeline to the dorsal attachment point of their full body fall arrest harness SAFE WORKING AT HEIGHTS DURING INSTALLATION Ensure that the risk of fall from height is controlled during installation For example a mobile elevated work platform may be used during installation ANCHOR POINT SPECIFCIATION AND CONNECTION The anchorage and structure to which the T Line is attached shall be capable of sustaining a static load of 22 2kN 5 000lb Assess the building or structure and verify the adequacy of the anchor point before the system is put in to service A suitable connector and anchor system must be used to connect the T Line to the supporting structure For example the T Line Clevis Anchor Point the T Line Beam Clamp or the T Line Anchor Sling each sold separately Do not allow slack i
9. es to egress and disconnecting and there is a risk of fall from height then an alternate means of fall protection must be employed Release the Rescue Handle by removing the Rotate the Rescue Handle in the clockwise retaining pin direction to transport the suspended user towards the T Line unit Fold the handle down and align the slot in the handle with the shaft in the centre of the winch boss Maintain constant visual contact with the user Do not harm the rescue subject Stop winching if the Ensure that the handle is pushed fully into the rescue subject is caught or snagged winch boss Once engaged the handle will be retained by the sprung loaded steel ball M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 6 7 Ensure continuous connection to the T Line whenever there is a risk of fall from height or if not connected Pre Use Checks are essential and should be carried out by the operator each time before the T Line system is used If the Pre Use Check finds any defect or should any doubt arise about its condition for safe use it is essential for safety that equipment is not used and withdrawn from use immediately Check the Equipment Record to ensure that that the Periodic Examination and Recertification is up to date The Pre Use Check of the T Line consists of visual checks and checks of operation e Visually inspect the T Line casing and lifelines for signs of damage or cracking that may reduce the structural
10. he Lifelines will exhibit retraction vertical range equal to that of the span tension and the connector ring will be above the operator s head Never work at a level where the operators head is above the connector ring Note It is normal for the Lifelines to exhibit some catenary The T Line can be installed at spans and or sag particularly at wider spans vertical reach between the limits as set out on this page PENDULAR SWINGS The operator must remain between the T Line and the Pulley Minimize pendular swings by working directly below the Pulley Lifeline which runs between the T Line and the pulley Produce a safe limit of operation description for both the 12m and 24m T Line when being used in V Line configuration FALL CLEARANCE It is essential that there is adequate clearance under the system so that in the event of a fall the operator will not strike the ground or any obstacle Produce a safe limit of operation diagram and description for single line mode MAXIMUM SPAN 24m 80 MAXIMUM VERTICAL RANGE 24m 80 span 20m 65 18m 60 span 18m 60 12m 40 span 12m 40 MAXIMUM FALL ARREST DISTANCE 1 8m 6 cap MAXIMUM FALL ARREST FORCE 6kN 1 3501b ANCHORAGE RATING REQUIREMENT 22KN 5 000Ib Spans of less than 14m may u WIRE ROPE MIN BREAKING FORCE 17KN 3 8201b require shortening of lifelines SINGLE LINE MODE 5mm diameter 7x19 Strand WEIGHT 2
11. ientation of the T Line once installed Engraving a 1 2 or 3 in this table shows the month V and year of last service and n n type of service performed ie ZT Level 1 2 or 3 Maximum Span mate x fi that the T Line 4 may be used upon Aa A CP an Meno aneere rs Av A z T LINE Vv SAFETY SYSTEM RESCUE MAX 24M 80 Remove Pin A b at Fold Handle Down aN a J Rotate Handle in X 3 r clockwise direction N 7 Image showing T SAEN how to make l T LINE G D proper connections SAFETY I SYSTEM WY 16 10 2012 19 22 2M 40 T T LINE SAFETY SYSTEM The 12m 40 T Line can be installed at a maximum span of 12m 407 At this span the maximum vertical reach is 6m 20 The T Line can be installed for a maximum vertical reach of 12m 40 At this vertical reach the maximum span is 6m 20 The T Line can be installed at spans and vertical reach between the limits as set out above M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 10 11 CID SINGLE LINE MODE FREE FALL The operator must remain below the T Line and the Pulley When the operator is within the vertical Safe Limit of Operation the Lifelines will exhibit retraction tension and the connector ring will be above the operator s head Ne
12. n anchor slings as this will increase arrest distance All components and subsystems should also comply with applicable Standards Follow manufacturer s instructions Unless specifically allowed by the manufacturer slings should not be choked and lanyards should not be back hooked Connectors should be compatible in size and shape to prevent rollout M_TLineOperatorsManual_Final_160812 indd 4 5 16 10 2012 19 22 Do not pass the lifeline s over sharp or abrasive edges Do not allow lifelines to come into contact with live electrical sources Do not allow the lifeline s to deflect around plant and eguipment or other obstacles Do not allow chemical reagents to contact the lifelines casing or internal mechanism Do not cross over with other lifelines Do not allow the lifeline s to pass under head arms or legs or wrap around the body Do not hold or lock off the lifeline s Do not let the lifeline s retract uncontrolled Do not allow foreign material to enter casing Avoid using the T Line in hazardous environments such as extremes of temperature or highly corrosive atmospheres SAFE ACCESS AND CONTINUOUS PROTECTION Ensure that users can approach and connect to the T Line without being exposed to a risk of fall For example the Main Lifeline Connector or a tag to the Main Lifeline Connector should be left in a suitable location so that users may connect to the system before moving to where there is a risk of fall The same appli
13. ver work at a level where the operators head is above the connector ring Note It is normal for the Lifelines to exhibit some catenary or sag particularly at wider spans PENDULAR SWINGS The operator must remain between the T Line and the Pulley Minimize pendular swings by working directly below the Pulley Lifeline which runs between the T Line and the pulley FALL CLEARANCE It is essential that there is adequate clearance under the system so that in the event of a fall the operator will not strike the ground or any obstacle MAXIMUM SPAN 12m 40 MAXIMUM VERTICAL RANGE 12m 40 span 6m 20 6m 20 span 12m 40 MAXIMUM FALL ARREST DISTANCE 1 8m 6 MAXIMUM FALL ARREST FORCE 6KN 1 350lb ANCHORAGE RATING REQUIREMENT 22kN 5 000lb WIRE ROPE MIN BREAKING FORCE 17kN 3 820lb 5mm diameter 7x19 Strand WEIGHT 22 5kg 50lb 16 10 2012 19 22 24M 30 T The installation of the 24m T Line must be The 24m 80 T Line can be installed at a carried out by an authorised T Line Installer maximum span of 24m 80 At this span the maximum vertical reach is 20m 65 FREE FALL For spans greater than 20m 65 and up to 24m 80 the 24m 80 T Line can provide The operator must remain below the T Line and the Pulley a vertical range of 20m 65 For spans of 18m 60 or less this T Line can provide a When the operator is within the vertical Safe Limit of Operation t
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