USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL WRAPBAX™2
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1. TERMINOLOGY AUTHORIZED PERSON A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to a fall hazard otherwise referred to as user for the purpose of these instructions RESCUER Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system CERTIFIED ANCHORAGE An anchorage for fall arrest positioning restraint or rescue systems that a qualified person certifies to be capable of supporting the potential fall forces that could be encountered during a fall or that meet the criteria for a certified anchorage prescribed in this standard QUALIFIED PERSON A person with a recognized degree or professional certificate and with extensive knowledge training and experience in the fall protection and rescue field who is capable of designing analyzing evaluating and specifying fall protection and rescue systems to the extent required by this standard COMPETENT PERSON One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary hazardous or dangerous to employees and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them LABELING The following labels must be attached to all WrapBax hook lanyards and be fully legible 9500712 REV B A WARNING Vtelenie ee TYPICAL INSTALLATION INSTALLATION TYPE ___ 9501452 Rev Y WARN2. 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 4 The anchorage location must be carefully 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 Avoid working above your anchorage level to avoid an increased free fall distance If you are using a WrapBax lanyard with a Force2 energy absorber it may be used in applications where the free fall may exceed 6 feet 12 feet maximum provided the employer can document that arresting force limits are maintained and the assembled system will operate properly Be sure to check the label on the shock absorber to determine that it is a Force2 shock absorber before using a lanyard in those situations See section 7 3 of this manual for test documentation for typical harness systems using the Force2 energy absorber DBI SALA recommends consulting OSHA on free fall restrictions in your specific industry to be assured of compliance Figure 4 Fall Clearance WrapBax Energy Absorbers C FALL ARREST FORC
3. 6 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 5 2 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 7 1 WRAPBAX HOOK ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARDS e Energy absorber material 1 3 4 inch polyester web strength member tubular nylon web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester thread 8 800 Ibs tensile strength e Web lanyard material 1 3 16 inch polyester web 13 000 Ibs tensile strength polyester thread e Energy absorbing lanyard meets OSHA ANSI Z359 1 requirements e The maximum arresting force of DBI SALA Energy Absorbing Lanyards and components when dynamically tested accordance with ANSI Z359 1 is 900 Ibs e The maximum elongation of the Energy Absorbing Lanyard or Energy Absorber component when dynamically tested in accordance with ANSI Z359 1 is 42 inches e Maximum free fall distance must be no greater than 6 ft per federal law and ANSI Z359 1 e EZ STOP II U S Patent Number 5 174 410 e 9503175 self closing and self locking snap hook U S Patent Number 4 977 647 Can 2 027 784 e 9500451 self closing and self locking WrapBax hook U S Patent Number 6070308 7
4. Figure 5 Fall Clearance Force 2 Energy Absorbers is ten feet or less and 4 3 feet of extension WrapBax Force 2 Fall Clearance where the free fall is more than 10 feet 12 ft maximum some full body harness models g u ee ae may be shortened incorporate a sliding positional D ring in the ny the amount af lanyard wrapped ajes around the anchor back as the fall arrest attachment movement Does 3 g DD Energy absorber Deceleration Distance of this D ring during fall arrest can increase the 4 1 2 feet total fall clearance distance required Use caution Gui HHS Height af the Harness dorsali Diii when assembling system components that j i en ens could act to extend the fall arrest distance and ee ee therefore the fall clearance required Refer to E e MNS aS A 5 materials stretch eet total manufacturer s instructions for each part of the i ired Di bel h h system for more information on fall clearance ee a Figure 5 is for systems using the Force2 energy ee AE er ee absorbing lanyards only When using the Force2 energy absorbing lanyard with other fall arrest equipment such as rope grabs or horizontal lifelines follow the instructions included with that equipment to evaluate the 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
5. a complete 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 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 and electrical hazards Do not loop the lanyard around small structural members 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 3 2 PLAN your fall protection system before starting your work Take into consideration factors that affect your safety before during
6. 2 WRAPBAX FORCE 2 ENERGY ABSORBING LANYARDS e Energy absorber material 1 3 4 inch polyester web strength member tubular nylon web wear pads both ends nylon outer cover polyester thread 8 800 Ibs tensile strength e Web lanyard material 1 3 16 inch polyester web 13 000 Ibs tensile strength polyester thread e Energy absorbing lanyard meets OSHA requirements e Maximum arresting force of Force 2 energy absorbing lanyard is 1400 Ibs 12 ft free fall Maximum elongation of Force 2 energy absorbing lanyard is 52 in 12 ft free fall Maximum free fall distance must be no greater than 12 ft for a Force 2 energy absorbing lanyard e 9503175 self closing and self locking snap hook U S Patent Number 4 977 647 Can 2 027 784 e EZ STOP II U S patent number 5 174 410 e 9500451 self closing and self locking WrapBax hook U S Patent Number 6 070 308 7 3 FORCE 2 TEST DOCUMENTATION Performance Test Results Force2 Energy Absorber Type Absorber Distance Force Number Strength Test Results Force2 Energy Absorber rover ee tne sermon reer com T 7 4 8 0 9 0 9 1 WRAPBAX HOOK MATERIAL Alloy steel body black urethane handle FINISH Cadmium plate or Zinc plate with clear chromate MINIMUM BREAKING STRENGTH 5 000 Ibs WEIGHT 1 25 Ibs DIMENSIONS 5 0 in x 6 8 in x 78 in CAPACITY 310 Ibs except Force2 model PN 1222102 420 Ibs PATENT NO U S Patent Number 6 070 308 STANDARDS Meets ANSI Z359 1
7. COMPLIES WTH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS ONLY IF MARKED WITH www capitalsafety com UNDERSTOOD PRGR TO USE NSTRUCTONS SUPPLE WI THE CORRESPONDING LETTER CODE LNDER STDS SECTION BELOW A ANSI 7359 1 800 328 6146 THS FRONT AT THE OF SHPMENT MIST BE FOLLOWED AD CONTACT WIH SN B OSHA C ANSI A10 32 2004_D ASTM FB8 2004 E RESISTANT DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL FAILURE TO HEED warNINGs aO MFRDyrwo LOT MODELNO LENGTH STDS INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH ANY UNIT WHICH HAS MADE IN USA SEEN FALL ARRESTING SERVICE SHOULD NOT BE USED AFTER SUCH SERVICE U S PAT 5 174 410 ATTACH THES END OF SHOCK ABSORBER TO BODY SUPPORT 9 5 The following label must be fully legible and be attached to the cover of all WrapBax hook lanyards that are CSA approved CAN CSA Z259 1 1 M02 A WARNINGMISE EN GARDE LANYARD LENGTH IN FEET NOY TEL AROE ANY UNIT WHICH HAS SEEN FALL ARRESTING SERVICE SHULD NO sed AFTER SUCH SERVICE CERTIFICATI is A WARNING MISE EN GARDE IS LISTED AFTER THE WA FRE PALL FT Are UNILISEE PLB PREVENI INE ITE NE DOT PAS ETRE LEE NANEN E AOULOGATIN EST APLIOBLE ANY LNIT WHICH HAS SEEN FALL ARRESTING MODEL NO PROVIDED ON EPEN ITH u PULL har c T HE Hi A MST GE PILLIMED AVOID CONTACT WITH SHARP AND ABRASIVE SERVICE SHOULD NOT BE USED AFTER SUCH E D LABEL US S A Td 1400 ENS MAE ONLY COMPATIBLE CIMMECTTENS FAILURE TO 0O S0 COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS TAARY OR DEATH SERVICE LNE UNITE QUI A DEJA ETE LANYAR
8. D MAT L anbax ATG PAK BO OF MFRDirwoLOT MODELNO LENGTH en UTILIS E POUR PR VENIR UNE CHUTE NE 13 416 IN WIDE Be 260 EXPORT BLVD Wi a SORBER 37 9500746 REV A 10 10 0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE MODEL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE 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 ee Approved by Approved by ee Approved by a ee eee Approved by a C O FSS _ i a Od w O i Rt Approved by a lt _ Approved by 1221901 1221902 1221903 1221904 1221905 1221906 1221907 1221908 1221909 1222001 1222002 1222003 1222004 1222005 1222006 1222101 1222102 1222103 1222125 1222126 1222127 1222128 1222300 1241906 1242003 1242005 1242102 1242128 1221901C 1221906C 1222001C 1222003C This instruction applies to the following models Additional model numbers may appear on the next printing of these instructions USA 3833 SALA Way Red Wing MN 55066 5005 Toll Free 800 328 6146 Phone 651 388 8282 Fax 651 388 5065 www capitalsafety com A Capital Safety Company Canada 260 Export Boulevard Mississauga Ontario L5S 1Y9 Toll Free 800 387 7484 Phone 905 795 9333 Fax 905 795 8777 www capitalsafety com This instruction man
9. ES The assembled fall WrapBax Fall Clearance arrest system must keep fall arrest forces below 1 LL L db th 1 800 Ibs when used with a full body harness Thie Lanyard lenat may bechotienied by the amount of lanyard wrapped D FALL CLEARANCE Should a fall occur there argum the anehon must be sufficient clearance in the fall area a oo Deceleration Distance to arrest the fall before striking the ground A HH Height of the Harness dorsal D ring or other object The user must determine from the worker s feet if the system will arrest a fall within the C Clearance to nearest obstruction during clearance available Some factors that affect a ig I al Ge oat f oot for D ring movement and system this determination include anchorage location materials strech 2 1 2 feet total connecting subsystem lanyard and the length RD Required Distance below the anchor to nearest obstruction of the connecting subsystem See Figure 4 for estimating fall clearance when using a WrapBax energy absorbing lanyard or Figure 5 for determining clearance when using a WrapBax lanyard with a Force2 energy absorbing lanyard attached to a fixed anchorage Check the lanyard Nearest Obstruction label carefully to determine which model you are aad a using The WrapBax lanyard energy absorbers can extend the fall arrest distance by up to 3 5 feet If using a Force2 energy absorber allow 3 5 feet of extension where the free fall RD LL DD HH C
10. ING A AVERTISSEMENT Always attach energy absorber Toujours oltocher la portie amortisseur portion or lanyord to hamess phia tde id hag fomos en a l dorsal D ring Do not allow hamas ange Zoran lanyard to poss under arms or p dsl aealioes 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 Gate must fully dose anid lock over lanyard Le ciquet dait fermer compl tement et tre verrouil sur la longe F 9 2 The following labels must be attached to all WrapBax hook lanyards that utilize a web loop to attach to the harness and they must be fully legible 9507096 Rev F Fall arrest or restraint A WARNING AVERTISSMENT system connecting web loop Only compatible connections may be made with web Boucle de loops Snap hooks both self locking and non locking raccordement de types connected into web loops may result in toile de syst me inadvertent disengagement Refer to separate de retenue ou instructions for further details Failure to follow these d arr t de chute instructions may result in serious injury or death Do not remove label Seuls des connexions compatibles doivent tre faites F avec les boucles de toile Un mousqueton de type Harness D ring uN f or Web Loop avec ou sans verrou raccord une boucle de toile p pourrait se d sengager par inadvertance Pour plus
11. Instructions for the following series products WrapBax 2 Lanyards See back page for specific model numbers USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL WRAPBAX 2 LANYARDS WITH INTEGRAL ENERGY ABSORBERS This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer s Instructions as recommended by OSHA and Should be used as part of an employee training program Figure 1 WrapBax Lanyards WrapBax 2 shock absorbing lanyard WrapBax hook at one end snap hook at the other end WrapBax 2 shock absorbing lanyard 100 tie off WrapBax hooks at ends snap hook at the other end WrapBax 2 shock absorbing lanyard WrapBax hook at one end web loop at the other end WrapBax 2 shock absorbing lanyard 100 tie off WrapBax hooks at ends web loop at the other end WrapBax 2 lanyard with Force 2 shock absorber WrapBax hook at one end snap hook at the other end Other models and options not shown are available WARNING This product is part of a personal restraint work positioning suspension or rescue system These instructions must be provided to the user and rescuer see section 8 0 Terminology The user must read and understand these instructions or have them explained to them before using this equipment The user must read and follow the manufacturer s instructions for each component or part of the complete system Manufacturer s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this product Alterations or misuse
12. OF COMPONENTS 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 2 2 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS 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 Connectors hooks carabiners and D rings must be capable of supporting at least 5 000 Ibs 22 2kN 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 Z359 1 and OSHA 2 3 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
13. all 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 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 the gate latch As the gate latch is pulled back the gate will open Release your grip and the gate will close See Figure 7 Wrap the lanyard around an appropriate anchor see section 2 4 then open the gate of the WrapBax hook and pass Figure 7 Snap Hook and WrapBax Hook Operation Pull back gate an Pull back gate the lanyard through the hook qJ A with thumb Kh with thumb See Figure 8 The lanyard may V 7 make more than one wrap around the anchor but the mechanism mechanism lanyard may only be passed with index with index through the WrapBax hook finger finger once Make sure the lanyard is Step 1 captured and the gate closes completely Figure 8 Attaching the WrapBax WARNING Only the WrapBax hook may be used to snap back directly onto the WrapBax lanyard When using a hook to connect 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 rele
14. ase 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 Snap hooks and carabiners must not be connected to each other Do not attach snap hooks to web loops A CONNECTING TO ANCHORAGE OR ANCHORAGE CONNECTOR See Figure 9 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 system Some anchorage connector devices may be supplied with permanently attached energy absorber Use of an Y 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 A era location attach unused lanyard leg and disconnect ee E attached leg This procedure is re
15. ation cover is secure and not torn or The following inspection items are indications the energy absorber has been subjected to inpact loading and has been activated damaged Measured length is more than 6 inches longer than the length ked on the labl Step 4 All labels should be present and meme ENS Torn webbing fully legible See section 8 0 Step 5 Inspect each system component or subsystem per associated PT E ATS manufacturer s instructions Step 6 Record the inspection date and results in the inspection log in section 9 or on the i Safe web portal 5 4 If inspection reveals an unsafe condition remove unit from service immediately and destroy or contact an authorized service center for repair NOTE Only DBI SALA or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment 6 0 MAINTENANCE SERVICING STORAGE 6 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 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 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 of your lanyard or have any doubt about putting it into service contact DBI SALA
16. d 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 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 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 Step 3 ENERGY ABSORBING COMPONENT Inspect energy absorber to determine if it has been activated There should be no evidence of elongation See Figure 12 Lanyard Inspection Figure 12 Ensure energy absorber Inspecting the Energy Absorber for activ
17. de Boucle en D de d tails r f rez vous aux instructions Ne pas vous harnais ou boucle conformer ces instructions pourrait causer des de toile blessures graves ou la mort Ne pas retirer l tiquette 9 3 The following label must be fully legible and be attached to the cover of the energy absorber on all WrapBax hook lanyards except those that utilize a Force2 energy absorber or are CSA approved MAXIMUM ELONGATIGN 42 MAXIMUM ARRESTING FORCE 900 LBS DBI y ACK A SALAI Dpi p aX 2 ATTACH PACK MAXIMUM FREE FALL 6 FI _ CAPACITY 310 LBS MAX NYLON POLYESTER WEB CONSTRUCTION TIE BACK 600 THIS PRODUCT OOHPLIES WITH THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS ONLY TF WARD WITH THE CORRESPONDING LETTER CODE UNDE www coptialsafety com Na Pe AISTRICTIONS HST BE READ B OSHA C ANSI A10 32 2004 D ASTH F887 2004 E Ph 800 328 6146 MODEL NO LENGTH U S PAT 5 174 410 Sh INJURY j MADE IN U S A ARRESTING SERVICE SHOULD NOT BE USED AFTER SUCH SERVICE 9 4 The following label must be fully legible and be attached to the cover of all WrapBax hook lanyards that utilize a Force2 energy absorber Orce MAXIMUM ELONGATION IS 42 INCHES FOR UP TO 10 FOOT FREE FALL AND 52 INCHES FOR 10 TO 12 FOOT FREE FALL MAXIMUM INTENDED FREE FALL 1S 12 FEET CONSULT QSHA FOR MAXIMUM ALLOWED n AASAD FREE FALL MAXIMUM CAPACITY IS 310 POUNDS NYLON POLYESTER WEB CONSTRUCTION a WARTS MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS MUST AF READ AND THIS PRODUCT
18. ergy 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 CONNECTING TO SELF RETRACTING LIFELINE DBI SALA does not recommend connecting an energy absorbing lanyard 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 Pull the lanyard through the lanyard web loop to secure 3 4 After use return the lanyard for cleaning or storage as described in section 6 0 4 0 TRAINING 4 1 It is 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
19. great RD DD HH Nearest Obstruction C and may cause serious injury In a swing fall situation the total Figure 6 Swing Fall Hazard vertical fall distance of the user will be greater than if the user had fallen vertically directly below the anchorage 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 6 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 WARNING Read and follow manufacturer s instructions for associated equipment full body harness rope grab etc used in your f
20. her non compatibly shaped element 1 Force is applied to the 2 The gate presses against the 3 The gate opens allowing the snap hook connecting ring snap hook to slip off NOTE The WrapBax hook and lanyard are designed to have the lanyard pass through the hook in order to tie off to an anchor in a choking manner Never pass a lanyard standard or WrapBax through any other type of hook or carabiner Never pass a standard lanyard through a WrapBax hook Serious injury or death could result if this lanyard is misused 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 2 4 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH 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 A 3 000 pounds 13 3 kN for non certified anchorages or B Two times the foreseeable force for certified anchorages see section 8 Terminology When more than one work positioning system is attached to an anchorage the strengths previously set forth in A and B shall be multiplied by the number of systems 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
21. 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 record the product identification information found on the I D label in the inspection and maintenance log in section 9 0 of this manual DESCRIPTIONS WrapBax 2 HOOK WEB LANYARDS 1 3 16 in web WrapBax 2 hook on one end 9503175 snap hook on the other end 1 3 16 in web WrapBax 2 hook on the 100 tie off ends 9503175 snap hook on the other end 1 3 16 in web WrapBax 2 hook on one end web loop on the other end 1 3 16 in web WrapBax 2 hook on the 100 tie off ends web loop on the other end FORCE 2 WrapBax 2 HOOK WEB LANYARD 1 3 16 in web WrapBax 2 hook on one end 9503175 snap hook on the other end Copyright 2007 DB Industries Inc 1 0 APPLICATIONS 1 1 PURPOSE DBI SALA WrapBax Energy Absorbing Lanyards are intended to be used as part of a personal fall arrest system Applications for these products include inspection work construction and demolition maintenance oil production confined space rescue and other similar activities where there exists the possibility of an accidental fall This equipment is specially designed to dissipate fall energy and limit fall arrest forces transferred to the body The WrapBax hook lanyards allow the lanyard
22. peated until new Lanyard location is reached 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 ATTACHING A LANYARD WITH WEB LOOPS See Figure 10 Figure 9 Connecting to Anchorage Anchorage Insert the lanyard web loop through Step 1 Insert the energy absorbing lanyard web loop through the te web loop or D ring on the harness harness web loop or D ring Step 2 Insert the opposite end of the energy absorbing lanyard Harness web loop or D ring through the connecting web loop Web loop on energy absorbing lanyard Step 3 Pull the attached energy absorbing lanyard through the connecting web loop to secure Insert opposite end of the lanyard through the lanyard web loop C 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 en
23. specified in each product s user s instructions See Figure 3 for inappropriate connections DBI SALA snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected A To a 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 In a 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 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 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 ot
24. to a fall hazard Training should be repeated on a periodic basis 5 0 INSPECTION 5 1 The i Safe RFID tag on this lanyard can be used in conjunction with the i Safe handheld reading device and the web based portal to simplify inspection and inventory control and provide records for your fall protection equipment See Figure 11 5 2 FREQUENCY Figure 11 i Safe RFID Tag Location e Before each use inspect the lanyard according to sections 5 3 and 5 4 e The lanyard must be inspected by a competent person other than the user at least annually Record the results of each formal inspection in the inspection and maintenance log in section 9 0 or use the i Safe inspection web portal to maintain your inspection records If you are a first time user contact a Customer Service representative in the US at 800 328 6146 or in Canada at 800 387 7484 or if you have already registered go to www capitalsafety com isafe html Follow instructions provided with your i Safe handheld reader or on the web portal to transfer your data to your web log 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 3 INSPECTION STEPS Step 1 Inspect energy absorbing lanyar
25. to be wrapped around an anchor and to be attached back onto itself 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 except for Force 2 Model No 1222102 capacity 420 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 Standards including ANSI Z359 0 1 2 3 and 4 family of standards on fall protection ANSI A10 32 and applicable local state and federal OSHA requirements governing occupational safety for more information about work positioning systems 2 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2 1 COMPATIBILITY
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