Before Each Use - 3M DBI-SALA FlexiGuard Instrucciones Para El Usuario

3.0 INSTALLATION
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Installation of the Flexiguard™ Counterweight Trailer Fall Arrest System (FAS) must be supervised by a Qualified
Person. The installation must be certified by a Qualified Person as meeting the criteria for a Certified Anchorage, or that
it is capable of supporting the potential forces that could be encountered during a fall.
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This system is designed to be used on level ground only. If you have any questions regarding the safe terrain for
system installation and operation, please contact 3M.
3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection system prior to installation of the Counterweight Trailer Fall Arrest System (FAS).
Account for all factors that may affect your safety before, during, and after a fall. Consider all requirements, limitations,
and specifications defined in Section 2 and Table 1.
3.2 ASSEMBLY: Figure 7 illustrates assembly of the Counterweight Trailer. To assemble the system:
1. Attach the Head Assembly to the Mast: Secure the Head Assembly to the top of the Mast with 1/2" fasteners.
Torque fasteners to 90 ft-lbs (122 Nm).
2. Secure the Mast on the Counterweight Trailer: Bolt the Mast to the Counterweight Trailer with the provided 1/2"
fasteners. Torque fasteners to 90 ft-lbs (122 Nm). The Lifting Bolt on the Mast Pulley Assembly can be used to lift and
position the Mast with a forklift or similar equipment.
3. Install the Drive Extension and Pedestal: Secure the Pedestal to the Counterweight Trailer with the provided 1/2"
fasteners. Insert the Drive Extension through the Bearing and secure in place with the Crank Handle and included
3/8" fasteners. Secure the other end of the Drive extension to the Drive Shaft with the provided 3/8" fasteners.
3.3 TRANSPORT: Figure 8 illustrates transport of the Counterweight Trailer Fall Arrest System (FAS) with the tow vehicle.
Follow these procedures to hitch the Counterweight Trailer FAS to the tow vehicle and transport to the work site:
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COUNTERWEIGHT REQUIRED: Never transport or operate the Counterweight Trailer FAS without the
Counterweight Box completely filled with concrete.
1. Hitch the system to the Tow Vehicle: Hitch the Counterweight Trailer FAS to a tow vehicle with an adequately
sized Hitch Receiver:
A. Couple the Pintle Hitch on the Tow Vehicle to the Lunette Ring on the Trailer. If needed, adjust the height of the
Lunette Ring by repositioning the Lunette Ring in the Channel Bracket on the Trailer Tongue.
B. Connect the Safety Chains.
C. Plug in the Trailer Lights.
2. Prepare the system for transport: The Counterweight Trailer FAS should be configured as follows for transport:
A. Pull down the Release Cord and secure the Ball Stop under the Catch to release the Mast Lock. Fully lower the
Adjustable Mast with the Hand Crank Chain Drive. Rotate the Hand Crank slightly further to snug the chains, but
do not over-rotate. Release the Ball Stop from the Catch and wind the excess Release Cord around the Cleat at
the base of the Mast.
B. Fully raise the Leveling Jacks and Tongue Jack. For long distance transport: unpin the Leveling Jacks, and repin
them, parallel with the trailer bumper, to the inside couplings.
3. Transport the system: Transport the Counterweight Trailer FAS to the job site. Avoid bumps, potholes, etc. which
can jar and damage components.
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This system can be transported on moderate inclines. Proceed with extreme caution to minimize tipping.
4.0 USE
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This system is designed to be used on level ground only. If you have any questions regarding if your terrain is safe
for system use, please contact 3M.
4.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Verify that your work area and Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) meet all criteria defined in
Section 2 and a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the Counterweight Trailer FAS per the 'User' inspection points
defined on the "Inspection and Maintenance Log" (Table 2). If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, do not
use the system. Remove the system from service and contact 3M regarding replacement or repair.
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SAFE WORK AREA: Figure 3 illustrates the Safe Work Area for the Fall Arrest System. Try to work directly below
the Anchorage Connection Point to minimize Swing Fall. The angle of the Self-Retracting Lifeline should never be more
than 30° from vertical and the Horizontal Distance between the anchorage connection point and the worker should not
be greater than 6 ft (1.82 m).
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