Red User Manual
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1. its condition for safe use or if it has been used to arrest a fall Extreme temperatures and the effects of chemicals rust cuts and abrasions could affect the performance of the equipment Defective equipment shall be put beyond use to ensure it is not used as safety equipment Modifications repair There are no serviceable parts on the device except for the popper and tow cord If required repair or replacement of these items should only be carried out by the manufacturer or its recognised repair agent Cleaning The product must be cleaned regularly or after every use in a marine environment with a mild detergent Afterwards the product should be rinsed in clean water and allowed to dry naturally Alternatively an air gun can be used to clear debris from device Moving parts may be oiled regularly with a light oil such as 3 in 1 A small drop may be applied to the spring hole on the side frame Remove all excess oil from the device with a soft rag cloth before use Storage amp Transportation The product should be stored in a clean dry environment away from exposure to UV corrosive or chemical substances or extreme heat sources Care should be taken to protect the product against damage during transportation Manufacturers responsibility The manufacturer or distributor will not be held responsible for any eventual damages injuries or death resulting from an improper use of this equipment If there is any2. EL OF SYSTEEM MOETEN BIJGEHOUDEN WORDEN CETTE DOCUMENTATION DOIT ETRE D LIVR E AVEC CHAQUE ELEMENT OU SYST ME ET CONSERV E AVEC CELUI CI PERIODIC THROUGH EXAMINATION AND REPAIR RECORD Inspection details Detailinformationen zu Pr fungen Detalles de inspecci n Inspectiedetails De datum ERE a Date Data D tails de l inspection Max 409C Dettagli ispezione Date Datum Fecha Name and signature Next examination Nennen Sie und Unterschrift Nachste Untersuchung Denomine y la firma Pr ximo examen Noem en handtekening Het volgende onderzoek Nom et signature Nome e firma Examen suivant Prossimo esame RED Rotational Braking Back up Device General ISC equipment and components for prevention of falls from height meet or exceed recognised European American or other International standards A multi language user instruction manual Should accompany this product It is the users responsibility to read and understand these instructions before use WARNING Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently dangerous this equipment should only be used by a competent person or a person specifically trained in its use who is under the direct supervision of a competent person Responsibility It is the user s responsibility to ensure understanding of the correct safe use of this equipment to use it only for the purposes for which it is designed and to practise all pro
3. RED Rotational Braking Back up Device User Instruction Manual SOLUTIONS IN METAL RED product name brand I S C manufacturer identification Cam CE0120 Body controlling the manufacture Attachment holes of PPE Principal materials aa Aluminium side plates cams s Always read and follow the instructions Stainless steel side plates rivets SUPPlied by the manufacturer Plastic popper Polyester cord Side plates Fixed cam sic EN12841 Personal fall protection equipment i sic fa Rope access systems Rope adjustment 80120 g devices A Safety line adjustment device m JP max 140kg DE EN1891 type A ropes 10 5 11mm YY BBBBB XX Year of manufacture Production batch Incremental number RP890 no towing option Suitable for 2 person load 240kg RP891 fixed towing option in a rescue situation RP892 popper towing option Operation Fig 2 RP891 Fixed y RP892 Popper 3mm cord 3mm cord Tow unknotted ROME Tow stopper cord between knot between thumb and fingers first finger Popper disengages at approx 3kg Cleanin g THIS DOCUMENTATION SHOULD BE ISSUED WITH AND KEPT FOR EACH ITEM OR SYSTEM DIESE UNTERLAGEN SOLLTEN MIT HERAUSGEGEBEN WERDEN UND F R JEDES EINZELTEIL ODER SYSTEM GEHALTEN WERDEN ESTA DOCUMENTACI N SE DEBE PUBLICAR CON Y GUARDAR PARA CADA ART CULO O SISTEMA DEZE DOCUMENTATIE ZOU MET MOETEN UITGEBRACHT WORDEN EN ZOU VOOR ELK ONDERDE
4. doubt about the compatibility of the products you have chosen please consult the manufacturer Approvals Declaration of Conformity The RED backup device has been tested and approved by SATRA notified body number CE0321 in accordance with EN12841 2006 with a maximum rated load of 140kg and is subject to the procedures set out in Article 11b of Directive 89 686 EEC under the Supervision of SGS UK Ltd Unit 202b Worle Parkway Weston super mare BS22 6WA notified body number 0120
5. per safety procedures It is mandatory that a Risk Assessment be carried out prior to any use and a rescue plan be in place for any work at height Do not exceed loads either specified by the manufacturer or loads derived from the specified MBS using a recognised factor of safety Do not under any circumstances modify the product as alterations may render it ineffective Compatibility Always ensure that all components within a safety system are compatible and allow the system to function safely Use Inspection Immediately before during and after use make visual inspections of the product to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and is operating correctly Use Requirements It is recommended that the viability of any installation should be verified by a Suitably qualified person Extreme care Should be taken when using this product near harmful chemicals moving machinery electrical hazards and near sharp edges and abrasive surfaces Wet and icy conditions may cause the rope to become slippery Testing All testing at ISC and the Notified body has been carried out on Marlow 10 5 and limm LSK rope using an 800mm including connectors cows tail made from 11mm Marlow dynamic rope with double over hand knots at either end producing loops For RESCUE loads tests were carried out with 240kg mass and 400mm cows tail The use of these cows tails means there is no requirement for an additional shock absorber Please see o
6. se to directly below the anchor point as is possible to avoid swing fall injury pendulum effect When using 800mm cows tail including connectors the clearance below the user s feet must be 3 6m to avoid collision with a structure or the ground in the event of a fall from height Figure 5 Towing The gt backup device can be used with a tow cord a tow cord with detachable popper or without a tow cord It is the responsibility of the user to carry out a risk assessment and determine which method of towing is best for their application When using a fixed cord it should be towed between index finger and thumb When using the popper it should be towed between index and middle finger It is important that the user does not descend out of reach of the RED backup device WARNING Industry best practice dictates that the RED backup device shall never be lower than the main descending device or the users sternum whichever is the higher Product Inspection amp Maintenance In addition to the visual inspections see Inspection a thorough examination should be carried out by a competent person in line with applicable legislation and the intensity and environment of use ISC recommends a thorough examination at least every twelve months The product should be immediately withdrawn from use and not used again until confirmed in writing by a competent person that it is safe to do so should any doubt arise about
7. ur separate datasheet containing test results of varying fall distances Figure 1 Installation 1a Installation on rope Swing the front plate through 180 Insert the rope paying particular attention to the direction of the markings WARNING RED is a directional device and locks in only one direction DO NOT INSTALL DEVICE UPSIDE DOWN 1b Installation on rope Close front frame reverse of opening Attach connector approved to EN362 2004 through holes on front and back frame WARNING Ensure device is closed and frames cannot be rotated with connector attached Figure 2 Operational check 2a Before each use to verify the correct installation on the rope a test must be carried out Move the device up and down the rope It must slide smoothly and easily Ensure the device self parks stays in position when released 2b Test the locking on the rope by tugging sharply in the direction of a fall ensure the device locks WARNING RED is a directional device and locks in only one direction DO NOT INSTALL DEVICE UPSIDE DOWN Figure 3 Removal The removal of the device is the reverse of installation Figure 4 Clearance The strength of all anchors must be at least as great as that of the terminated ropes attached to them and not less then 15kN BS7985 2002 The anchor should be positioned above the user such that the free movement of the system and the fall path is unobstructed Work as clo
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