Standing Seam Roof Anchor Instruction Manual
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1. 8 0 LABELING 8 1 THESE LABELS MUST BE PRESENT AND FULLY LEGIBLE DBI SALA 3965 PEPIN AVE RED WING MN 55066 800 328 6146 2103675 SWIVELING ANCHORAGE FOR STANDING SEAM ROOFS AWARNING Manufacturer s instructions suppl ied with this product at time of shipment must be followed for proper use maintenance and inspection Alteration or misuse of this product or faifure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death Make only compatible connections This equipment must be installed and used under the supervision of a qualified person Exercise caution using this equipment near hazardous thermal electrical or chemical sources SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITY 1 PERSON 310 LBS MAX MATERIALS CARBON STEEL MEETS OSHA REQUIREMENTS MADE IN USA INSPECTION INSPECT ANCHCR BEFORE EACH USE DO NOT USE IF INSPECTION REVEALS AN UNSAFE OR DEFECTIVE CONDITION NOT USER REPAIRABLE RE TORGUE BOLTS TO 75 FOOT POUNDS DAILY USE ADJUST THE 2 LEGS OF THE ANCHORAGE TO ALIGN WITH THE SPACE CF THE ROOF SEAMS THE LEGS WILL ADJUST FOR 24 30 32 AND 36 SEAM SPACINGS THE 4 CLAMPS MUST BE POSITIONED SO THAT THE FLAT SIDE OF THE CLAMP IS ON FLAT SIDE OF THE SEAM TIGHTEN THE 4 CLAMP BOLTS TO A TORQUE OF 75 FOOT POUNDS FOR EACH OF THE BOLTS TO SECURE PROPERLY TO ROOF 9500177 REV B Warning Label DBI SALA 9504137 PPP POL LFSC RRR KKK SRK KRK KO KKK ID Label 92. WARNING The seam clamp bolts must be torqued to 75 ft lbs to the ensure proper attachment to the roof panel The seam clamp bolts must be retorqued daily Failure to properly torque the bolts may result in serious injury or death Figure 6 Attaching Multiple Standing Seam Roof Anchors Panel Fastener 2x Panel Length Minimum Lam 4Panels ri m mm BiG ot ea Roof Panel 4x Panel Length Minimum o dadil da A Lame Lan Fi HE piu AIEO Fl ile Pie alia a m Roof Edge Roof Edge Step 3 Attach the Ultra Lok Self Retracting Lifeline to the Swivel Bracket on the Standing Seam Roof Anchor as shown in Figure 9 using the hardware provided Use the appropriate mounting holes for the self retracting lifeline model 3 4 USE Connect the Ultra Lok Self Retracting Lifeline to the full body harness according to the self retracting lifeline and the full body harness user instruction manuals Retorque the seam clamp bolts daily as shown in Figure 8 WARNING Read and follow the user instruction manuals included with the self retracting lifeline and the full body harness seam Clamp Bolt Torque to 75 ft lbs Figure 7 Adjusting Legs Inner Leg a Bs Slide Inner Leg to adjust to required seam spacing B Leg Adjustment Hole Align holes to required seam spacing Detent Pin Insert pin through Leg Adjustment Hole to lock leg into position Roof Panel Figu
3. DB Industries Inc 1 3 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 E FALL CLEARANCE There must be sufficient Figure 2 Swing Fall Hazard clearance below the user to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or other obstruction The clearance required is dependent on the following factors e Elevation of the Standing Seam Roof Anchor e Connecting subsystem length Swing Fall Hazard e Deceleration distance e Movement of the harness attachment element e Worker s height e Free fall distance See the personal fall arrest system manufacturer s instructions for more information F SWING FALLS See Figure 2 Swing falls occur when the user is at a location other than in line with the seams to which the Standing Seam Roof Anchor is attached or when the user is at a location other than perpendicular with the anchor and the seams to which the Standing Seam Roof Anchor is attached to The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death Minimize swing falls by working as close to the anchorage point as possible Do not permit a swing fall if injury could occur Swing falls will significantly increase the clearance required when a self retracting lifeline is used G 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
4. Inspect the entire unit for damage or excessive corrosion Look for cracks or wear that may affect the strength or operation of the unit Step 2 Ensure the swivel bracket is free of damage corrosion cracks deformities or excessive wear Ensure the self retracting lifeline is securely attached to the swivel bracket The swivel bracket must swivel 360 degrees Step 3 Inspect the inner and outer legs The legs must not be bent or damaged The inner legs must slide freely into the outer legs Step 4 Inspect the detent pins The detent pins must not be bent or damaged The detent pins must securely lock in place Step 5 Inspect the seam clamps The seam clamps must not be bent or damaged Step 6 Inspect the self retracting lifeline and the full body harness according to the manufacturer s user instruction manuals 5 3 If the inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition remove the Standing Seam Roof Anchor from service and destroy or return it to an authorized service center for repair IMPORTANT Only DBI SALA or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment 6 0 MAINTENANCE 6 1 CLEAN THE STANDING SEAM ROOF ANCHOR WITH MILD SOAP AND WATER EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF DIRT MAY PREVENT THE SWIVEL BRACKET FROM SWIVELLING 7 0 SPECIFICATIONS 7 1 MATERIALS INNER AND OUTER LEGS Telescopic steel tubing SWIVEL BRACKET Hot rolled steel ANGLES ASTM A36 steel SEAM CLAMPS Hot rolled steel 7 2 DIMENSIONS
5. environments high voltage power lines gases moving machinery and sharp edges Contact DBI SALA if you have questions about using this equipment where environmental hazards exist H TRAINING This equipment must be installed and used by persons trained in its correct application and use See section 4 0 APPLICABLE STANDARDS Refer to applicable standards including local state and federal requirements for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS COMPATIBILITY 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 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 22KN Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components Do not use equipment that is not compatible Non compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage See Figure 3 Connect
6. 0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE MODEL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE NOTED PERFORMED C E Approved by i Approved by a E Approved by i ee Approved by i Approved by ee ee Approved by ee ee Approved by i i Approved by ee ee Approved by ee ee Approved by ee ee Approved by i i Approved by a Approved by ee ee Approved by ee ee Approved by i i Approved by ee ee Approved by ee ee ee Approved by Approved by 9 0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE MODEL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE INSPECTION DATE INSPECTION ITEMS CORRECTIVE ACTION MAINTENANCE NOTED PERFORMED Approved by i i Approved by a Approved by i i Approved by i i Approved by a Approved by i o o Approved by i i Approved by i i Approved by a Approved by i i Approved by TT i Approved by i i Approved by a Approved by i i eee a Approved by Approved by 1 USA Canada 3833 SALA Way 260 Export Boulevard Red Wing MN 55066 5005 Mississauga Ontario L5S 1Y9 Toll Free 800 328 6146 Toll Free 800 387 7484 Phone 651 388 8282 Phone 905 795 9333 Fax 651 388 5065 Fax 905 795 8777 www capitalsafety com www capitalsafety com This manual is available for download at www capitalsafety com BSI r OF 9001 lak Form 5902111 Certificate No FM 39709 Rev D 12
7. Figure 5 Failure to attach the Standing Seam Roof Anchor correctly may result in serious injury or death 2 6 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH From OSHA 1926 500 and 1910 66 Anchorages used for attachment of a personal fall arrest system PFAS shall be independent of any anchorage being used to Support or suspend platforms and must support at least 5 000 Ibs per user attached 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 WARNING Do not use the Standing Seam Roof Anchor on architectural standing seam roof panels Architectural roof panels do not have the strength required for fall arrest 2 7 MULTIPLE UNITS When attaching multiple Standing Seam Roof Anchors on one roof follow the guidelines shown in Figure 6 Two or more Standing Seam Roof Anchors must not apply loads to a single panel fastener 3 0 INSTALLATION AND USE Figure 5 Attaching to the Seam Hook Side of Seam Clamp Hook must clamp under seam Correct Attachment Hook Side of Seam Clamp Incorrect Attachment 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 el
8. Instructions for the following series products Standing Seam Roof Anchor Model Number 2103675 USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL STANDING SEAM ROOF ANCHOR This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer s Instructions and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA WARNING This product is part of a personal fall Figure 1 Standing Seam Roof Anchor arrest system The user must read and follow the manufacturer s instructions for each component or part of the complete system These instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment The user must read and understand these instructions or have them explained to them before using this equipment Manufacturer s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this product Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death Swivel Bracket Adjustable Leg IMPORTANT If you have questions on the use care or suitability of this equipment for your application contact DBI SALA IMPORTANT Record the product identification information from the ID label in the inspection and maintenance log in section 9 0 of this manual Seam Clamp 1 0 APPLICATIONS 1 1 PURPOSE The Standing Seam Roof Anchor is designed for use as an anchorage connector for a personal fall arrest system on sloped or flat structural standing seam roofs with seam spacing of 24 30 32 or 36 inches The
9. Standing Seam Roof Anchor is designed for use with DBI SALA Ultra Lok Self Retracting Lifelines only 1 2 LIMITATIONS Consider the following application limitations before using this equipment IMPORTANT This anchor shall be installed and used under the supervision of a qualified person see below for definition as part of a complete personal fall arrest system that maintains a safety factor of at least two QUALIFIED PERSON An individual with a recognized degree or professional certificate and extensive knowledge and experience in the subject field who is capable of design analysis evaluation and specification in the subject work project or product Refer to OSHA 1910 66 1926 32 and 1926 502 A ROOF PANELS The Standing Seam Roof Anchor must only be used on structural standing seam roof panels that meet the geometric and load requirements specified in section 2 0 B CAPACITY The Standing Seam Roof Anchor is designed for use by persons with a combined weight clothing tools etc of no more than 310 Ibs No more than one personal fall arrest system may be connected to this equipment at one time C FREE FALL Personal fall arrest systems used with this equipment must be rigged to limit the free fall to six feet or less See the personal fall arrest system manufacturer s instructions for more information D FALL ARREST FORCES The personal fall arrest system must limit fall arrest forces to 900 Ibs Copyright 2006
10. d 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 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 D To each other FIGURE 4 INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS 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 2 4 PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM Personal fall arrest systems used with this equipment must meet applicable state federal and OSHA requirements A full body harness and DBI SALA Ultra Lok Self Retracting Lifeline must be used with the Standing Seam Roof Anchor 2 5 SEAM REQUIREMENTS The Standing Seam Roof Anchor must be attached to the seam as shown in Figure 5 The hook side of the seam clamp must hook under the seam for proper attachment WARNING The seam must be compatible with the seam clamp Do not use the Standing Seam Roof Anchor if you are unable to attach to the seam as shown in
11. ectrical hazards chemical hazards and sharp edges WARNING Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fitness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest Age and fitness seriously affect a worker s ability to withstand falls Pregnant women and minors must not use this equipment 3 1 BEFORE EACH USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSPECT ACCORDING TO SECTION 5 0 OF THIS MANUAL 3 2 PLAN YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE INSTALLATION CONSIDER ALL FACTORS THAT WILL AFFECT YOUR SAFETY DURING USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING WHEN PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM A ANCHORAGE Select an anchorage that meets the requirements specified in sections 2 5 and 2 6 B SHARP EDGES Avoid working where the system components may be in contact with or abrade against unprotected sharp edges C 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 INSTALLATION Step 1 Adjust the legs to the required seam spacing 24 30 32 or 36 inches by removing the detent pins and sliding the two inner legs to the appropriate seam dimension Reinstall the detent pins Ensure the detent pins are inserted through the inner and outer leg adjustment holes and are locked into position before use See Figure 7 Step 2 Clamp the Standing Seam Roof Anchor to the roof panel seams at four places as shown in Figures 5 and 8 Torque the four seam clamp bolts to 75 ft lbs
12. ors must be compatible in size shape and strength Self locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI Z359 1 and OSHA 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 FIGURE 3 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 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 DBI SALA connectors snap hooks and carabiners are designed to be used only as specified in each product s user s instructions See Figure 4 for inappropriate connections DBI SALA snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected A ToaD ring to which another connector is attached B Ina manner that would result in a load on the gate NOTE Large throat opening snap hooks should not be connecte
13. re 9 Attaching Self Retracting Lifeline to Standing Seam Roof Anchor Ultra Lok Self Retracting Lifeline 30 ft Series SRL Mounting Hole 50 ft Series SRL Mounting Hole 4 0 TRAINING 4 1 Itis the responsibility of all users of this equipment to understand these instructions and to be trained in the correct installation use and maintenance of this equipment These individuals must be aware of the consequences of improper installation or use of this equipment This user manual is not a substitute for a comprehensive training program Training must be provided on a periodic basis to ensure proficiency of the users WARNING Training must be conducted without exposing the trainee to a fall hazard Training should be repeated on a periodic basis 5 0 INSPECTION 5 1 FREQUENCY e Before Each Use inspect the Standing Seam Roof Anchor according to sections 5 2 and 5 3 Retorque the seam clamp bolts daily e Formal Inspection A formal inspection of the Standing Seam Roof Anchor must be performed at least annually by a competent person other than the user The frequency of formal inspections should be based on conditions of use or exposure See sections 5 2 and 5 3 Record the inspection results in the inspection and maintenance log in section 9 0 WARNING If this equipment has been subjected to fall arrest forces remove from service and destroy or retur to an authorized service center for repair 5 2 INSPECTION STEPS Step 1
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