DBI-SALA EZ-Stop Lanyard - Instruction Manual
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1. 188 6 Web Lanyards Cable Lanyards Rope Lanyards Tie Back Lanyards Modular Wind Energy Lanyards Lanyards DESCRIPTION Figure 1 identifies currently available DBI Sala EZ Stop Energy Absorbing Lanyard types IMPORTANT If you have questions on the use care or suitability of this equipment for your application contact Capital Safety IMPORTANT Before using this equipment record the product identification information from the ID label in the Inspection and Maintenance Log in this instruction document Form No 5903326 Rev E Copyright 2014 DBI Industries Inc 1 0 APPLICATIONS 1 1 PURPOSE Energy absorbing lanyards are to be used as components in Personal Fall Protection Systems designed to safely arrest a fall See Figure 1 for the energy absorbing lanyard types covered by this instruction Energy absorbing lanyards are used in the following applications Fall Arrest Fall arrest systems safely stop the user in a free fall from a height The user can A then self rescue or be rescued2. OSHA COMPLIANCE OSHA DECELERATION DISTANCE 42 IN Maximum Free Fall Average Arresting Force Forces may increase when cold and or wet CAPACITY 130 310 LBS 12 FT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREE FALL 18017025 ACCREDITED VERIFICATION TO ANSI 2350 7 OSHA COMPLIANCE Read Instructions Before Use CAPACITY 130 310 LBS 6 FT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREE FALL OSHA DECELERATION DISTAN MAXIMUM ARREST FORCE IS 1800 LBS 12 IN CAPACITY 310 420 LBS 6 FT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREE FALL MAXIMUM ARREST FORCE IS 1800 LBS Read Instructions Before Use A Warning Use ANSI models EZ Stop B Warning Use ANSI models EZ Stop Force2 peu www capitalsafety com nouer INSPECTION LOG AWARNING AVERTISSEMENT Marufacue sinsrucons supped wih this product at time of shipment must be flowed Failure to do so coud Capital Safety ETIQUETTE RELEV D INSPECTION result in serious injury or death Avoid contact with sharp and abrasive edges Polyester and nylon models are not Red Wing MN USA DATE INIT DATE INIT 1 800 328 6146 flame or heat resistant Make only compatible connections Any unit which has seen fall arresting service should not be used after such service Certfication is applicable to the device only CSA has not investigated the anchorage system Les instructions du fabricantfournies avec ce produit au moment de la livraison doivent tre respect es Le non respect de ces instructi
3. Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Warranty to End User DB Industries Inc dba CAPITAL SAFETY USA CAPITAL SAFETY warrants to the original end user End User that its products are free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service This warranty extends for the lifetime of the product from the date the product is purchased by the End User in new and unused condition from a CAPITAL SAFETY authorized distributor CAPITAL SAFETY S entire liability to End User and End User s exclusive remedy under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement in kind of any defective product within its lifetime as CAPITAL SAFETY in its sole discretion determines and deems appropriate No oral or written information or advice given by CAPITAL SAFETY its distributors directors officers agents or employees shall create any different or additional warranties or in any way increase the scope of this warranty CAPITAL SAFETY will not accept liability for defects that are the result of product abuse misuse alteration or modification or for defects that are due to a failure to install maintain or use the product in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions CAPITAL SAFETY S WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE END USER THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO OUR PRODUCTS AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL
4. 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 Modular Lanyard Inspect modular lanyard connection components for proper operation Using o o Hardware the procedures in Section 3 3 of this instruction confirm that female connector locks move freely when depressed and that they securely capture male connectors when the male and female components are assembled 4 Competent Person One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary hazard ous or dangerous to employees and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them 5 Inspection Frequency Extreme working conditions harsh environments prolonged use etc may require increasing the frequency of competent person inspections Table 1 Inspection Checklist Webbing amp Stitching The webbing material must be free of frayed cut or broken fibers Check oO oO Figure 27 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 ultraviolet damage indicated by discoloration
5. USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL EZ Stop Energy Absorbing Lanyards D B I SA LA EZ Stop Force2 Energy Absorbing Lanyards ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARDS EZ Stop WrapBax 2 Lanyards EZ Stop Modular Lanyards Please read this User Manual Shockwave 2 Force2 Energy Absorbing Lanyards carefully before installing and Model numbers See Table 2 using this product LANYARDS WITH INTEGRAL ENERGY ABSORBERS AND ENERGY ABSORBER COMPONENTS USED IN PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEMS ANSI Z359 13 This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer s Instructions as required by ANSI Z359 13 and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA The Ultimate in Fall Protection DANGER This product is part of a personal fall arrest climbing or rescue system Working at height creates inherent and unavoidable risks which can result in serious injury or death The user must follow the manufacturer s instructions for each component of the system These instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment The user must read and understand these instructions before using this equipment Manufacturer s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this equipment Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death Figure 1 EZ Stop Energy Absorbing Lanyards
6. 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web EZ Stop Resist Web strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed S E ALA one uae Leg Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength EN Gk i ie greater than 5000 Ibs tensile strength 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web EZ Stop Tie Back Web strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed a vac om FS SE Leg Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength ENN g abt i greater than 5000 Ibs tensile strength 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web EZ Stop WrapBax2 strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed 1 3 6 in 3 0 cm nylon web 13 000 Web Leg Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength me Ibs 57 8 KN tensile strength greater than 5000 Ibs 11 Lanyard Model Energy Absorber Specifications Adjustable Lanyard Specifications Fixed Length 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web EZ Stop Modular strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed Not applicable Energy Absorber ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength PP i greater than 5000 Ibs EZ Stop Modular Not applicable Specific to lanyard model see Fixed 5 He Lanyard Legs applicable lanyard leg specification X 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web A EZ Stop Arc Flash str
7. 1246051 1246302 1246318 1246026 1246099 1246155 1246203 1246245 1246043 1246052 1246303 1246319 1246027 1246100 1246156 1246204 1246246 1246044 1246060 1246304 1246320 1246028 1246101 1246157 1246205 1246247 1246045 1246061 1246305 1246321 1246029 1246102 1246158 1246206 1246249 1246046 1246064 1246306 1246322 1246037 1246103 1246159 1246207 1246246 1246047 1246065 1246307 1246323 1246038 1246104 1246160 1246208 1246248 1246048 1246076 2 0 1246324 1246039 1246107 1246161 1246212 1246250 Rte 1246053 1246109 1246162 1246213 1246251 1240509 LEADING EDGE 1246310 1246340 1246054 1246110 1246163 1246214 1246252 1246341 1256055 1246113 1246164 1246215 1246255 CANYARDS 1246311 1246056 1246116 1246165 1246216 1246256 1246066 1246178 1246312 1246070 1246120 1246166 1246217 1246264 1246067 1246260 1246071 1246121 1246167 1246218 1246265 1246068 1246261 WIND ENERGY 1246072 1246122 1246168 1246221 1246266 1246069 1246262 LANYARDS 1246073 1246123 1246169 1246222 1246267 1246030 1246032 1246074 1246124 1246170 1246223 1246268 1246075 1246125 1246171 1246225 1246269 1246077 1246130 1246172 1246226 5002045 Lanyard Model Energy Absorber Specifications Adjustable Lanyard Specifications Fixed Length 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web EZ Stop Energy strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed Not applicable Absorber Component ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength PP greater than 5000 Ibs 1 1 4 1 1
8. Anodized Aluminum Alloy 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 0 75 in 1 9 cm 2000118 Double Action Lock Rebar Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 2 5 in 6 4 cm 2000125 Double Action Lock Rebar Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 3 0 in 7 6 cm 2000209 Double Action Lock Rebar Snap Hook Anodized Aluminum Alloy 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 2 5 in 6 4 cm 2000210 Double Action Lock Rebar Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 2 5 in 6 4 cm 2100044 Swiveling Self Locking Snap Hook with Impact Indicator Stainless Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 0 75 in 1 9 cm 2109193 Double Action Lock Rebar Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 2 5 in 6 4 cm 9501804 Double Action WrapBax2 Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 5 000 Ibs 22 kN 0 82 in 2 1 cm 9502058 Double Action Lock Rebar Snap Hook Anodized Aluminum Alloy 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 2 25 in 5 7 cm 9502116 Double Action Lock Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 0 75 in 1 9 cm 9502573 Double Action Lock Snap Hook Zinc Plated Steel 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 0 71 in 1 8 cm 9505254 Double Action Lock Snap Hook Anodized Aluminum Alloy 3 600 Ibs 16 kN 0 75 in 1 9 cm IMPORTANT All systems sub systems and components marked with ANSI have been tested and qualified verfied in an ISO 17025 accredited lab per ANSI Z359 7 12 7 0 LABELING ALL EZ STOP LANYARD MODELS Warning Use Identification and Inspection labels are located on and inside a protective cover on the back side of the
9. IMPORTANT The i Safe Identification Number on the RFID Tag is for purposes of electronic record keeping with the i Safe system Where the Serial Number is printed on the product s ID Label see Labeling the i Safe Identification Number and Serial Number may be different numbers 4 2 INSPECTION FREQUENCY The Energy Absorbing Lanyard shall be inspected by the user before each use and additionally by a competent person other than the user at intervals of no more than one year Inspection procedures are described in the Inspection Checklist Table 1 Results of each Competent Person inspection should be recorded on copies of the Inspection and Maintenance Log lanyards or tracked with the i Safe system 4 3 UNSAFE OR DEFECTIVE CONDITIONS If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition remove the lanyard from service and destroy Lanyards are not repairable 4 4 PRODUCT LIFE The functional life of the lanyard is determined by work conditions and maintenance As long as the lanyard passes inspection criteria it may remain in service WARNING Failure to properly inspect the lanyard could result in product failure and serious injury or death Table 1 Inspection Checklist Component Inspection See Section 4 2 for Inspection Frequency Pass Fail Lanyard Hardware Inspect energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component hardware o oO snap hooks adjusters swages thimbles etc
10. lanyard energy absorber Pull Tab to open the cover and expose the labels AorB Tab Warning Maximum User Weight 130 310 Ibs 6ft 900 Ibs Maximum Free Fall Average Arresting Force Forces may increase when cold andor wet Read Instructions Before Use AWAANNGAVERTISSEMENT LOT MERDrauo F FABR arr MODEL NO Lengthrr N de Modele Longueurrr Bee KET SR CAPACITY IS DEFINED AS THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF THE WORKERS BODY CLOTHING AND OTHER OBJECTS CARRIED BY THE WORKER SEE INSTRUCTIONS FOR TOTAL FALL DISTANCE ANSI Z359 13 COMPLIANCE MAXIMUM ELONGATION OF ENERGY ABSORBER IS 48 INCHES CAPACITY 130 310 LBS 6 FT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREE FALL 18017025 ACCREDITED VERIFICATION TO ANSI 23597 CAPACITY 1S DEFINED AS THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF THE WORKER S BODY CLOTHING AND OTHER OBJECTS CARRIED BY THE WORKER SEE INSTRUCTIONS FOR TOTAL FALL DISTANCE THIS ENERGY ABSORBER HAS TWO CAPACITY RANGES ANSI 2359 13 COMPLIANCE MAXIMUM ELONGATION OF ENERGY ABSORBER IS 60 INCHES Warning Maximum User Weight 130 310 Ibs 6ft 900 Ibs Warning Maximum User Weight 130 310 Ibs 12ft 1350lbs 9507093 Rev A Maximum Free Fall Average Arresting Force Forces may increase when cold and or wet 9507094 Rev
11. only be passed through the WrapBax hook once Make sure the lanyard is captured and the gate closes completely WARNING Only the WrapBax hook may be used to snap back directly onto the WrapBax lanyard B CONNECTING TO THE 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 Section 2 5 D CONNECTING TO 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 n In some cases it may be permiss
12. 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web R A S Fixed Length EZ Stop strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed SAG aa Ce ane eee Web Leg Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength xe EN rt f s 35 i greater than 5000 Ibs tensile strength 2 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web ENS strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Adiustable 1 in 2 5 cm polyester web 9 800 L P d g ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength J Ibs 43 6 kN tensile strength ADELS greater than 5000 Ibs 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web A EZ Stop Cable Leg strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed SAGN aa cu Sae ERB Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength i 1 kN Le Md RE greater than 5000 Ibs 31 tensile strength 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web EZ Stop Rope Leg strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed 1 2 in 1 3 cm nylon polyester rope Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength 10 000 Ibs 44 5 kN tensile strength greater than 5000 Ibs 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web 5 EZ Stop Elastic Leg strength member tubular polyester web wear pad both Fixed 1 ye nes S res ee Lanyards ends nylon outer cover polyester thread tensile strength en nE a ic se SJ s 29 greater than 5000 Ibs EnSLEsstreng
13. D 1 8m 1 2m 1 8m 0 5m 5 3m N n gt E gt lt f E ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional precautions to prevent injury to the user or damage to the equipment Hazards may include but are not limited to heat chemicals corrosive environments high voltage power lines gases moving machinery and sharp edges F LANYARDS FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE ENVIRONMENTS Lanyards with Kevlar webbing are designed for use in high temperature environments with limitations Kevlar webbing begins to char at 800 to 900 Fahrenheit Kevlar webbing can withstand limited contact exposure to temperatures up to 1 000 F Polyester webbing loses strength at 300 to 400 F PVC coating on hardware has a melting point of approximately 350 F 1 Capacity Most Capital Safety lanyards are factory tested to a maximum capacity of 310 Ibs 141 kg Force2 Lanyards are factory tested to a maximum capacity of 420 Ibs 191 kg 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 G TRAINING It is the responsibility of the user and the purchaser of this equipment to assure that they are familiar with these instructions trained in the correct care and use of and are aware of the operating characteristics application limits and the consequences of improper use of this equipment H LEADING EDGE EZ Stop Leading Edge Energy Absorbing Lanyards have been successfully tested for horizontal use and for fall
14. FORCED OPEN UNDER LOADING CAUSING RELEASE OF LOAD FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AVERTISSEMENT PENDANT LES CONNECTIONS DE L TRANGLEUR NE METTEZ PAS LE CROCHET MOUSQUETON EN CONTACT AVEC L L MENT D ANCRAGE LA CLAVETTE DU CROCHET MOUSQUETON PEUT ETRE FORCEE S OUVRIR SOUS LA CHARGE ENTRAINANT LE DEGAGEMENT DE LA CELLE CI NE PAS TENIR COMPTE DE CET AVERTISSEMENT PEUT ENTRA NER DE GRAVES BLESSURES VOIRE LA MORT NE PAS DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL RETIRER CETTE TIQUETTE CORRECT INCORRECT UTILISATION UTILISATION USAGE USAGE CORRECTE INCORRECTE Y GATE IN 2 CLAVETTE EN CONTACT A CONTACT AVEC WITH f A L L MENT MEMBER Crit 9507013 Rev E VV LG IX Y Warning Use Tie Back models wranBax2 Gate must lock Light passing through gate holes indicates snap hook is not locked e cliquet doit se verrouiller Si de la lumi re passe par les trous du cliquet cela signifie que le mousqueton n est pas verrouill DBI C7 Warning Use WrapBax models AVERTISSEMENT Cette longe et ce mousqueton sont con us pour permettre de rattacher la longe int gr e sous forme del noeud coulant Ne pas essayer d attacher de cette fa on avec des combinaisons de longe et de mousqueton standard qui ne sont pas sp cialement con us pour ce type d attache Se r f rer aux instructions distinc
15. Gate presses against The Gate opens allowing Snap Hook the Connecting Ring the Snap Hook to slip off 2 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS Capital Safety connectors snap hooks and carabiners are designed to be used only as specified in each product s user s instructions See Figure 6 for inappropriate connections Capital Safety snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected A To a D Ring to which another connector is attached B Ina manner that would result in a load on the gate WARNING Large throat 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 unless the snap hook complies with ANSI 2359 12 and is equipped with a 3 600 Ib 16 kN gate Check the marking on your snap hook to verify that it is appropriate for your application C Ina 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 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 carabiner will not close and lock or that roll out could occur G Ina manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under lo
16. OTHER WARRANTIES AND LIABILITIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CAPITAL SAFETY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES AND DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST PROFITS REVENUES OR PRODUCTIVITY OR FOR BODILY INJURY OR DEATH OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY UNDER ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION CONTRACT WARRANTY STRICT LIABILITY TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY The Ultimate in Fall Protection CSG USA amp Latin America 3833 SALA Way Red Wing MN 55066 5005 Toll Free 800 328 6146 Phone 651 388 8282 Fax 651 388 5065 solutions capitalsafety com CSG EMEA Europe Middle East Africa Le Broc Center Z I 1 re Avenue 5600 M B P 15 06511 Carros Le Broc Cedex France Phone 33 4 97 10 00 10 Fax 33 4 93 08 79 70 information capitalsafety com CSG Canada 260 Export Boulevard Mississauga ON L5S 1Y9 Phone 905 795 9333 Toll Free 800 387 7484 Fax 888 387 7484 info ca capitalsafety com CSG Australia amp New Zealand 95 Derby Street Silverwater Sydney NSW 2128 AUSTRALIA Phone 61 2 8753 7600 Toll Free 1 800 245 002 AUS Toll Free 0800 212 505 NZ Fax 61 2 87853 7603 sales capitalsafety com au www capitalsafety com Boop CSG Northern Europe 5a Merse Road North Moons Moat Reditch W
17. Personal fall arrest systems typically include a full body harness and an energy absorbing lanyard Maximum arresting force must not exceed 1 800 Ibs 8 kN AX Restraint Restraint systems prevent the user from reaching a fall hazard example leading oN edge roof work R Rescue The energy absorbing lanyard is used as a component of a back up fall protection system during rescue or as part of the primary rescue system 1 2 LIMITATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS WARNING Always consider the following application limitations and requirements before using this equipment A CAPACITY The EZ Stop Energy Absorbing Lanyard is designed for use by persons with a combined weight clothing tools etc of no more than 310 Ibs 141 kg Make sure all of the components in your system are rated to a capacity appropriate to your application B FREE FALL Personal fall arrest systems incorporating this equipment must be rigged to limit the free fall to 6 feet 1 8 m or less when using EZ Stop energy absorbing lanyard models or 12 feet 3 7 m or less when using EZ Stop Force2 and EZ Stop Leading Edge energy absorbing lanyard models C FALL CLEARANCE There must be sufficient clearance below the user to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or other obstruction The clearance required depends on several factors e Deployment distance e Energy absorbing lanyard length Movement of harness attachment element e Free fall di
18. Pull the energy absorber and lanyard in opposite directions to fully seat the male connector The male connector must be securely locked in the position shown Figure 9 Connector Figure 10 Press Female Figure 11 Fully Connected Orientation Connector Locks Insert Male Connector WARNING Do not use the modular lanyard assembly if the locks do not return to the fully extended position after following Steps 1 2 and 3 in Section 3 3 An example of a failed connectiion is shown in Figure 12 The lanyard male connector is not fully inserted and locked within the energy absorber female connector This is an unsafe condition and the modular lanyard components must not not be used Refer to Section 4 0 Inspection in this instruction for procedures to determine unsafe or defective component conditions TO DISASSEMBLE EZ STOP LANYARD MODULAR COMPONENTS 3 4 3 5 Step 1 Step 2 toward each other Step 3 Figure 13 Press Female Connector Locks Figure 14 Push Connectors Together Figure 13 Press the female connector locks C on each side of the connector to unlock the device Figure 14 While pressing the female connector locks push the energy absorber and lanyard connectors Figure 15 Pull the male connector out of the female connector to separate the components Figure 15 Separate Components CONNECTING TO BODY SUPPORT AND ANCHORAGE OR ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR See Fi
19. ad unless using Capital Safety snap hooks that have been specifically designed and tested for these applications Contact Capital safety for more information CAUTION Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked 2 4 EZ STOP MODULAR ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARD MODELS Refer to Operation and Use Section 3 3 for instructions on the assembly of the energy absorbing and lanyard components of the EZ Stop Modular Energy Absorbing Lanyard system 2 5 WEB LOOP CONNECTIONS Some lanyards are designed to choke onto a web loop to provide a compatible connection To choke the lanyard on a web loop Insert the lanyard web loop through the Insert the appropriate end of the lanyard Pull the lanyard through the connecting web web loop or D Ring on the harness through the lanyard web loop loop to secure E EDAS sde FC 2 6 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH Anchorages selected for use with the energy absorbing lanyards must have a strength capable of sustaining the static load requirements of the intended fall protection application A Fall Arrest Anchorages selected for personal fall arrest systems PFAS shall have a strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 1 Two times the average arresting force for certified anchorages or 2 5 000 pounds 22 2 kN for non certified anchorages W
20. and the presence of splinters or slivers on the webbing surface All of the above factors are known to reduce webbing strength 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 oO oO Figure 28 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 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 1 inch of the metal compression sleeves swages at either end of the assembly The wire rope should be free of corrosion Energy Absorber amp Inspect the energy absorber to determine if it has been activated There oO oO Impact Indication should be no evidence of elongation Ensure energy ab
21. bels could result in serious injury or death Les informations d utilisation et D avertissements se trouvent dans le couvre tiquettes sare Lisez bien le contenu de ces tiquettes pour viter tout XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX risque de blessure grave ou d c s S 7 D Warning on protective cover tab E iSafe RFID Tag attached to protective cover also on some lanyard legs WARNING MODEL NO N DE MODELE Manufacturer s instructions supplied with this product at time of shipment must be read and o y understood prior to use This lanyard shall only be used with compatible DBI SALA modular LOT NO N DE LOT energy absorbers Inspect all connections prior to use and verify modular connecting components are installed correctly Failure to make secure connections could result in serious injury or death Not flame or heat resistant unless otherwise specified Avoid contact with sharp and abrasive edges Any unit which has seen fall arresting service should not be used after such service Do not remove this label MFRD vrmo FABR anmo LENGTH LONGUEUR Fry MATERIAL MATERIAU AVERTISSEMENT Avant toute utilisation s assurer de bien lire et de comprendre les instructions du fabricant fournies avec ce produit au moment de la livraison Cette longe ne devrait tre utilis e qu avec des absorbeurs d nergie modulaire DBI SALA compatibles Avant utilisation v rifier toutes les connexions et v ri
22. connectors that are suitable to each application and are compatible with connecting elements e Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components e Connectors must be compatible in size shape and strength e Non compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage see Figure 5 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 Capital Safety if you have any questions about compatibility Self locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359 13 and OSHA Connectors hooks carabiners and D Rings must be capable of supporting at least 5 000 Ibs 22 2 KN Per ANSI 2359 12 connector gates must be able to withstand a load of 3 600 Ibs 16 kN Figure 5 Unintentional Disengagement If the connecting element to which a snap hook shown or carabiner attaches 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 I Small ring or other Z non compatibly Figure 6 Inappropriate Connections Force is applied to the The
23. ength member tubular Nomex Kevlar web wear i 1 in 2 5 cm Kevlar or Fixed Length Web Leg d both ends N Kevl t Kevl Fixed polyurethane coated polyester web Lanyards pad bo SN s Nomex Kevlar outer cover Kevlar 9 800 Ibs 43 6 kN tensile strength thread tensile strength greater than 5000 Ibs i i H _ 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web ROSAS LENIEN EA strength member tubular Nomex Kevlar web wear Adjustable 1 in 2 5 cm Kevlar web 9 800 2 Lanyards pad both ends Nomex Kevlar outer cover Kevlar J Ibs 43 6 kN tensile strength g y thread tensile strength greater than 5000 Ibs 1 1 4 1 1 2 in 3 2 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web Eg A el strength member tubular Nomex Kevlar web wear Fixed Lin 2 5 cm Kevlar web 9 800 Lanyards g pad both ends Nomex Kevlar outer cover Kevlar Ibs 43 6 kN tensile strength y thread tensile strength greater than 5000 Ibs Shockwave2 Force2 11 2 in 3 8 cm aromatic polyester web strength 2 in 5 0 cm tubular polyester web member tubular polyester web wear pad both ends nylon Wind Energy Web Leg 3 Fixed strength member 6 000 Ibs 26 7 outer cover polyester thread tensile strength greater than E Lanyards 5000 Ibs kN tensile strength 6 1 LANYARD END HOOK SPECIFICATIONS Hook Description Material Gate Strength Throat Size 2000023 Double Action Captive Eye Carabiner
24. ents may be in contact with or abrade against unprotected sharp edges C AFTER A FALL Components which have been subjected to the forces of arresting a fall must be removed from service and destroyed See the Inspection Checklist Table 1 D RESCUE The employer must have a rescue plan when using this equipment The employer must have the ability to perform a rescue quickly and safely 3 3 EZ STOP MODULAR ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARD COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY EZ Stop Modular Energy Absorbing Lanyard system components must be properly assembled The system consists of an energy absorber A and a single or twin leg lanyard B See Figure 8 Figure 8 Modular EZ Stop Energy Absorbing Lanyard Components T TNS SIM DA_LA_A ALAA RAR RS l gt ii Ic pean pac aos LLM IO OE YV gt gt I AAA A AA A A 2 9 1 ay 1 VV EON EVO VO S R dr A B COTON TO ASSEMBLE EZ STOP MODULAR LANYARD COMPONENTS Step 1 Figure 9 Orient the energy absorber female connector and the lanyard male connector as shown Step 2 Figure 10 Press the female connector locks C on each side of the connector to unlock the device Insert the male connector and slide to the bottom of the female connector Release both locks to capture the male connector The female connector locks must return to their fully extended position Step 3 Figure 11
25. er Weight 130 310 Ibs BODY CLOTHING AND OTHER OBJECTS CAPACITY IS DEFINED AS THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF THE WORKER S SEE INSTRUCTIONS FOR TOTAL FALL DISTANCE CARRIED BY THE WORKER ANSI Z359 13 COMPLIANCE 12ft 1350lbs Maximum Free Fall Average Arresting Force MAXIMUM ELONGATION OF ENERGY ABSORBER IS 60 INCHES CAPACITY 130 310 LBS 12 FT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREE FALL 18017025 ACCREDITED VERIFICATION TO ANSI 2359 7 Forces may increase when cold and or wet OSHA COMPLIANCE OSHA DECELERATION DISTANCE 42 IN CAPACITY 130 310 LBS 6 FT MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FREE FALL MAXIMUM ARREST FORCE IS 1800 LES Read Instructions Before Use Warning Use Leading Edge models LUES Barbie Deon Polair Ari Mir Pare Adair Men Patron CTs Se Si EMA DO NOT REMOVE L S Bert Mass Lg NUS MR Se ae MFDR cyrmo LOT Lot de FABR cava MODEL NOJN de mod le 950555 REV A 14 Material Specifications Shockwave2 Force2 Wind Energy models INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG SERIAL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER DATE PURCHASED DATE OF FIRST USE INSPECTION DATE INSPECTION ITEMS CORRECTIVE ACTION MAINTENANCE NOTED PERFORMED Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By
26. fier que tous les composants des connexions modulaires sont correctement install s L absence de connexions s curis es pourrait provoquer des blessures graves voire la mort Ne r siste pas aux flammes et au feu sauf indication contraire viter tout contact avec des ar tes tranchantes ou abrasives Tout appareil ayant subi un arr t de chute doit tre mis hors service Ne pas retirer cette tiquette www capitalsafety com Capital Safety Red Wing MN USA 1 800 328 6146 9507750 Rev DBI Warning Use ANSI models EZ Stop Modular Lanyard Leg Component 13 INDIVIDUAL LABELS IDENTIFIED BY MODEL TYPE a u 8 Sz g This product is i Safe enabled and contains an electronic DBI je S E i Ng a guk GE E 5 tag that can be read by compatible readers providing S SoZY g a inspection logs inventory management and other safety we g s ra O b 5 amp information 8 2 4 Ww 55 m 35 S Ce produit est valid dans i Safe et contient une rondele www capitalsafety com gud y a d identification lectronique qui peut tre lue per des 3 45 go 55 te lecteurs compatibles en assurant des registres SD 3 gt Wa 22 d inspection de l information sur la gestion des stocks et g r El zv em d autre information relative la protection SaFe Inspection Log Label all models 9501452 Rev E A WARNING Always attach ener
27. gure 16 Energy absorbing lanyards should be connected to the body support first and then connected to the rest of the system Always connect the energy absorber end of the lanyard to the D Ring on the back between the shoulders dorsal D Ring on a full body harness DBI SALA does not recommend using a body belt for fall arrest applications If using a body belt connect the energy absorbing end of the lanyard to the D Ring and position the belt so the D Ring is located on the back side of the body Connect the lanyard end to the anchorage or anchorage connector Some anchorage connector devices may be supplied with a permanently attached energy absorber Use of an additional energy absorber or energy absorbing lanyard with this lanyard system is not recommended Figure 16 Anchorage Connection Examples Dorsal D Ring Full Body Harness Energy Absorbing Lanyard Anchorage Connector low gt Fall Arrestor A 100 TIE OFF LANYARD CONSIDERATIONS Commonly known as 100 tie off Y type twin leg or double lanyards these 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 a new location is reached Other practices that must be followed in order to use a 100 tie
28. gy absorber portion of lanyard to harness dorsal D ring Do not allow lanyard to pass under arms or legs Do not attach two users to this lanyard See instructions for more information Failure to heed instructions and warnings may result in serious injury or death Do not remove this label AVERTISSEMENT Toujours attacher la partie amortisseur d impact de la longe l anneau en d dorsal du harnais Ne pas laisser la longe passer sous les bras ou las jambres Ne pas attacher deux utilisateurs cette longe Voir les instructions pour de plus amples renseignements N gliger d observer ces instructions et avertissements puet entra ner des blessures graves voire mortelles Ne pas enlever cette tiquette 7 NO NON 2 x x Front Warning Use Twin Leg models 9500712 Rev D WARNING This lanyard and snaphook are designed to allow connection back to the integral lanyard in a choking fashion Do not attempt this type of connection with standard lanyard and snaphook combinations which are not specifically designed for such connection Refer to separate instructions for details Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death Do not remove this label TYPICAL INSTALLATION INSTALLATION TYPE iSafe Label all models AWARNING WHEN MAKING CHOKER CONNECTIONS DO NOT ALLOW SNAP HOOK TO CONTACT ANCHORAGE MEMBER SNAP HOOK GATE MAY BE
29. hen more than one fall arrest system is attached to an anchorage the strengths set forth in 1 and 2 above shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached to the anchorage WARNING Anchorages must be rigid Large deformations of the anchorage will affect system performance and may increase the required fall clearance below the system which could result in serious injury or death From OSHA 1926 500 and 1910 66 Anchorages used for attachment of PFAS must be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms and must be capable of supporting at least 5 000 Ibs 22 2 KN per each attached user Or be designed installed and used as part of a complete PFAS which maintains a safety factor of at least two and is supervised by a qualified person B Work Positioning Anchorages selected for work positioning systems shall have a strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 3 Two times the foreseeable force for certified anchorages or 4 3 000 pounds 13 3 kN for non certified anchorages When more than one work positioning system is attached to an anchorage the strengths set forth in 3 and 4 above shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached to the anchorage C Restraint Anchorages selected for restraint and travel restraint systems shall have a strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the
30. ible 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 9 m maximum per ANSI Z359 1 Consult the manufacturer s instructions provided with the Rope Grab for further details E CONNECTING TO 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 to a self retracting lifeline 3 6 AFTER USE return the lanyard for cleaning or storage as described in section 5 0 4 0 INSPECTION 4 1 i Safe RFID TAG Some lanyards include an i Safe Radio Frequency Identification RFID tag Figure 26 The RFID Figure 26 Safe RFID Tag tag can be used in conjunction with the i Safe handheld ae es reading device to simplify inspection and inventory control and provide records for your fall protection equipment If you are a first time user contact a Capital Safety Customer Service representative see back cover or if you have already registered go to isafe capitalsafety com Follow the instructions provided with your i Safe handheld reader or software to transfer your data to your database
31. ime Do not allow any lanyard to pass under arms or legs during use Attaching a Tie Back Lanyard See Figure 23 Place Figure 23 Attaching Tie Back the tie back lanyard over the anchoring structure Ensure the lanyard is not twisted Adjust the floating D Ring so it hangs below the anchoring structure Attach the lanyard end hook to the floating D Ring Ensure the lanyard is cinched tight around the anchorage L during use A PU SK eel MOR A Do not allow gate to contact anchorage member B Proper Connection C Improper connection Attaching a WrapBax Figure 24 Snap Hook and WrapBax Hook Operation Lanyard See Figure 24 Snap hooks and WrapBax hooks operate in the same manner Grip the hook handle in one hand With your index finger depress the locking mechanism in With your thumb pull back t Depress locking the gate latch As the gate latch mechanism with Pull back gate with thumb Pull back gate with thumb ef OA em Depress locking mechanism with is pulled back the gate will index finger index finger open Release your grip and the gate will close Step 1 Step 1 See Figure 25 Wrap the WrapBax lanyard around an appropriate Figure 25 Attaching WrapBax anchor see section 2 6 then open the gate of the WrapBax hook and pass the lanyard through the hook The lanyard may make more than one wrap around the anchor but the lanyard may
32. ng a fall or that meet the criteria for certified anchorage prescribed by the associated standard s 5 3 0 OPERATION AND USE WARNING Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment Consult Capital Safety when using this 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 sharp edges or overhead materials that may fall onto the lanyard Do not loop the lanyard around small structural members Failure to heed this warning may result in equipment malfunction serious injury or death 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 any DBI SALA full body harness 3 1 BEFORE EACH USE of this equipment inspect it according to Inspection Checklist Table 1 3 2 PLAN your system before use Consider all factors that will affect your safety during use of this equipment The following list gives important points to consider when planning your system A ANCHORAGE Select an anchorage that meets the requirements specified in Limitations and Requirements B SHARP EDGES Avoid working where system compon
33. off type lanyard safely include 1 The energy absorber portion of the lanyard must be connected to the dorsal D Ring only Use only the snap hook or other connector provided to attach the energy absorber portion directly to the harness dorsal D Ring See Figures 17 and 18 2 Do not connect the energy absorber to the anchorage See Figure 19 Figure 17 Correct Energy Absorber attached to dorsal D Ring Figure 18 Incorrect Attachment Energy Absorber not attached to dorsal D Ring Figure 19 Incorrect Attachment Energy Absorber to anchor Do not attach the unused leg of the lanyard back to the harness at any location unless a specially designed lanyard retainer is provided for this purpose See Figure 20 Connection of both lanyard legs to separate anchorage points is acceptable See Figure 21 When leapfrogging from one anchorage point to the next such as traversing a horizontal or vertical structure do not connect to anchorage points that are further apart than the lanyard length as marked on the lanyard label See Figure 22 Figure 20 Acceptable Figure 21 Acceptable Figure 22 Maximum Designed Retainers Attachment Lanyard Reach 7 Energy absorber attached to dorsal D Ring Lanyard legs conneced to Do not attach to anchorage separate anchorage points points wider than lanyard length Never connect more than one person to a Y type lanyard at a t
34. ons peut entrainer de graves blessures voire la mort viter tout contact avec des ar tes tranchantes ou abrasives Les mod les en polyester et nylon ne sont pas resistant aux flamme ou la chaleur Utliser des connecteurs compatibles uniquement Tout appareil ayant subi un arr t de chute doit tre mis hors service La certification s applique l appareil uniquement Le syst me d ancrage n a pas fait l objet d une enqu te par CSA This products Safe enabled and contains an electronic tag that can be read by compatible readers providing inspection logs inventory management and other safety information Ce produit est valid dans Safe et contient une rondelle Ge re es al content eee Serial no This product meets Mfrd yr mo Lot compatible en assurant des regeras ape Oman sr gestion des SEE RFID TAG Ve produit est conforme aaux Fabr aa mm i SE patibles it des registres d inspection de information sur la gestion dk l Stocks et d autre information relative la protection Num ro de s rie Model No Materials Materiaux a ATTACH PACK END OF SHOCK ABSORBER Si Fre VOIR N de Modele De nomme Eea tre LETIQUETTE Length f HI 10 SHOCK ABSORBER DE RFID Longueur pi 9507746 Rev E C Warning Inspection on protective cover Open label cover for use and warning information Failure to read and understand la
35. or inspection frequency AWN me 5 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 10 6 0 MODELS AND SPECIFICATIONS Table 2 EZ Stop Lanyard Model Numbers Covered By This Instruction WEB LANYARDS ROPE LANYARDS CABLE LANYARDS 1246010 1246078 1246138 1246173 1246227 1246270 1246280 1246135 1246186 1246011 1246079 1246139 1246174 1246228 1246271 1246281 1246136 1246187 1246012 1246080 1246140 1246176 1246229 1246272 1246284 1246181 1246188 1246013 1246081 1246141 1246177 1246230 1246273 1246285 1246182 1246189 1246014 1246083 1246142 1246180 1246231 1246274 1246286 1246183 1246190 1246015 1246085 1246143 1246192 1246232 1246275 1246287 1246184 1246244 1246016 1246086 1246144 1246193 1246233 1246276 1246290 1246185 1246017 1246087 1246145 1246194 1246234 1246277 1246291 1246018 1246088 1246147 1246196 1246235 1246278 1246294 ARC FLASH LANYARDS 1246019 1246089 1246148 1246197 1246236 1246279 1246295 1246313 1246021 1246090 1246149 1246198 1246239 re isen ig 1246022 1246091 1246150 1246199 1246240 MODULAR LANYARDS 246299 1246315 1246023 1246093 1246151 1246200 1246241 1246 1246040 1246049 1246300 1246316 1246024 1246094 1246152 1246201 1246242 1246041 1246050 1246301 1246317 1246025 1246098 1246153 1246202 1246243 1246042
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37. p Personal Energy Absorbers EZ STOP Personal Energy Absorbers 130 Ib User Weight 220 Ib User Weight 310 Ib User Weight 420 Ib User Weight Maximum Allowable Deployment Distance OSHA Maximum Allowable Deployment Distance ANSI Maximum Allowable Free Fall OSHA ANSI Maximum Allowable Free Fall OSHA Maximum Allowable Free Fall ANSI HIT Ommo om gt Deployment Distance Feet os 05 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 Free Fall Distance Feet FORCE2 Personal Energy Absorbers Deployment Distance Feet IMPORTANT All distances shown in Figure 4 are based on results obtained during dynamic performance testing of EZ Stop energy absorbing lanyards in the ambient dry condition in accordance with ANSI Z359 13 Actual distances may vary depending on environmental conditions swing falls etc The maximum elongation of energy absorber value specified on the product labeling should be used when performing fall clearance calculations 2 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2 1 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS Capital Safety equipment is designed for use with Capital Safety 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 2 2 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS IMPORTANT Use only
38. s over a steel edge without burrs See Leading Edge models listed in Table 2 As a result EZ Stop Leading Edge Energy Absorbing Lanyards may be used in situations where a fall may occur over similar edges such as those found on steel shapes or metal sheeting Avoid working where the lifeline will continuously or repeatedly abrade against sharp or abrasive edges Eliminate such contact or protect edges using a heavy pad or other means I ARC FLASH Arc Flash lanyards listed in Table 2 meet the test requirements of the ASTM F887 12 standard and are designed for use in environments where an arc flash electrical explosion could occur APPLICABLE STANDARDS Refer to national standards including the ANSI Z359 family of standards on fall protection ANSI A10 32 and applicable local state and federal OSHA requirements governing occupational safety for more information on Energy Absorbing Lanyards Energy Absorbers and associated components EZ Stop Arc Flash models listed in Table 2 meet the requirements of ASTM F887 13 for Type A Shock Absorbing Lanyards RESCUE PLAN When using this equipment the employer must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement the rescue as well as communicate that plan to users authorized persons and rescuers INSPECTION BEFORE USE The energy absorbing lanyard must be inspected according to procedures in Section 4 of this instruction manual Figure 4 Deployment Distance vs Free Fall Distance EZ Sto
39. sorber cover is secure Figure 29 and not torn or damaged Labels All labels should be present and fully legible see Section 7 Labeling oO oO System amp Subsystem Inspect each system component or subsystem according to manufacturer s Oo oO Components instructions and confirm that it can continue to be used Broken Wires Bird Caging Figure 29 Impact Indicators The following items indicate the Energy Absorber has been subjected to impact loading and has been activated Torn webbing Torn or broken cover Open end or ripped out stitching Measured length is more than 15 cm 6 in longer than the length marked on the label 5 0 MAINTENANCE SERVICING STORAGE 5 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 An excessive buildup of dirt paint etc may prevent the lanyard from 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 or cleaning of your lanyard doubts about putting it into service or require more information contact Capital Safety 5 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 4 2 f
40. stance e Elevation of anchorage e Worker height Figure 2 illustrates fall clearance calculation for an energy absorbing lanyard Figure 4 indicates the deployment distance of the personal energy absorber according to the user weight and free fall distance D SWING FALLS Swing falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs see Figure 3 Minimize swing falls by working as close to and directly below the anchorage point as possible Do not permit a swing fall if injury could occur WARNING The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death Figure 2 Fall Clearance Figure 3 Swing Falls RD LL DD HH C RD Required Fall Clearance Distance LL Length of Lanyard Specified on labeling DD Deployment Distance 4 ft 1 2 m except e for ANSI OSHA Lanyards with Free Fall greater than 6 ft 1 8 m up to 12 ft 3 7 m or user weights greater than 310 Ibs Swing 141 kg up to 420 Ibs 191 kg add 1 ft RD Fall 0 3m DD 5 ft 1 5m DD Hazard HH Height of Suspended Worker c Safety Factor 1 5 ft 0 5 m Factors in D Ring Slide and Harness Stretch Example Assuming a 6 ft 1 8 m tall user with a typical 6 ft 1 8 m lanyard with 6 ft 1 8 m Free Fall Fall Clearance calculation would be as follows RD LL DD HH C RD 6 ft 4 ft 6 ft 1 5 ft 17 5 ft R
41. system of at least 5 Two times the foreseeable force for certified anchorages or 6 1 000 pounds 4 5 kN for non certified anchorages When more than one restraint or travel restraint system is attached to an anchorage the strengths set forth in 5 and 6 above shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached to the anchorage D Rescue Anchorages selected for rescue systems shall have a strength capable of sustaining static loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 7 Five times the foreseeable force for certified anchorages or 8 3 000 pounds 13 3 kN for non certified anchorages When more than one rescue system is attached to an anchorage the strengths set forth in 7 and 8 above shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached to the anchorage 2 Average Arresting Force ANSI 2359 13 requires 6 ft energy absorbers to have an average arresting force no greater than 900 Ibs 4 KN and a maximum deploy ment distance of 18 in 1 2 m without exceeding 1 800 8 kN maximum arresting force 12 ft energy absorbers are required to have an average arresting force no greater than 1 350 Ibs 6 kN and a maximum deployment distance of 60 in 1 5 m without exceeding 1 800 8 kN maximum arresting force 3 Certified Anchorage An anchorage for fall arrest positioning or rescue systems that a qualified person certifies to be capable of supporting the potential fall forces that could be encountered duri
42. tes pour plus de d tails N gliger d observer ces instructions peut entrainer des blessures graves voire mortelles Ne pas enlever cette tiquette Front Gate must fully close and lock over lanyard Le cliquet doit fermer compl tement et tre verrouill sur la longe Back Warning Use WrapBax models 9507096 Rev F Fall arrest or restraint system connectin web loop Boucle de raccordement de toile de syst me de retenue ou d arr t de chute A WARNING AVERTISSMENT Only compatible connections may be made with web loops Snap hooks both self locking and non locking types connected into web loops may result in linadvertent disengagement Refer to separate instructions for further details Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death Do not remove label Seuls des connexions compatibles doivent tre faites lavec les boucles de toile Un mousqueton de type lavec ou sans verrou raccord une boucle de toile pourrait se d sengager par inadvertance Pour plus de d tails r f rez vous aux instructions Ne pas vous conformer ces instructions pourrait causer des blessures graves ou la mort Ne pas retirer l tiquette Harness D ring or Web Loop Boucle en D de harnais ou boucle de toile Front Back Warning Use Connecting Loop models 9508410 Rev B Warning Maximum Us
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