Silverline 251483 Manual Del Usuario página 6

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WARNING: Correct fitting of the Leg Straps (8) is of paramount concern
for the safe and effective function of the harness. Severe injury can occur
during an arrested fall, if the webbing material is twisted, or if the Leg
Straps are not adjusted properly in the groin region.
• Fitting waist belt (see Fig. H-I):
1. Stand upright and straight, locate both ends of the Waist Belt Strap (6)
and ensure they are not twisted
2. Fasten the Waist Belt Buckle (7), by inserting the three-bar slide through
the square link, so both parts sit flat on top of each other and interlock
3. Adjust the Waist Belt Strap by pulling the end of the webbing through the
belt slider, until a snug fit is achieved
Note: Confirm comfortable yet snug fit of the harness by squatting
down and moving your arms above your head. The user must be able to
comfortably move around and reach his working position, without the
harness restricting movement.
Connecting to other fall arrest system components
• Use the Dorsal Attachment Point (A) (10) to connect to the shock absorber
or shock absorber/lanyard combination using a suitable karabiner
WARNING: Karabiners and other connectors must ALWAYS be used with
the gate closed and securely locked. Refer to the connector manufacturer's
instructions for verification and inspection procedure.
WARNING: The total length of a
lanyard connected to an energy absorber should NOT exceed 2m.
• Use the Sternal Attachment Point (A/2) (5) to connect to a mobile fall
arrester and other rope access systems according to EN 363
Clearance
• Fall clearance:
Before use, it is essential to verify
the clearance required beneath the
user. This clearance must be sufficient to prevent the user from hitting the
ground or another obstacle, in the
event of a fall (see Fig. J)
• Swing falls:
WARNING: The force of striking
an object in a swing fall may cause
serious injury or death.
Swing falls occur when the anchorage
is not located directly above the point
where a fall occurs (see Fig. K). Minimise
swing falls by working as close as
possible to the anchorage. DO NOT enter
a situation where a swing fall could
occur, if it is likely to result in an injury
Note: The risk of swing falls significantly
increases the clearance required when
using a self-retracting lifeline or another
variable length connecting system.
Connecting to work positioning
or restraint systems
Note: This harness is fitted with a Waist
Belt Strap (6) and Lateral Attachment
Points (11) that enable its use in work
positioning systems as described in
EN358.
• The Lateral Attachment Points (11) are
designed to either hold the user in a
certain position whilst working (work
in suspension), or to prevent the worker from entering a zone where a fall
is possible (travel restraint, leash principle, see Fig. L)
• The Lateral Attachment Points must ONLY be used to attach to a work
positioning system. DO NOT connect to a fall arrest system
• ALWAYS use the two lateral D-rings together by clipping a suitable
positioning lanyard between them
• There should be a supporting surface for the feet for comfortable work
positioning
6
Fig. J
2m
Maximum
2m 6.75m
1.5m
1m
Fig. K
Swing
Fall Hazard
• Movement must be restricted to a
maximum of 0.6m, and the lanyard
must be kept under constant tension
(see Fig. M)
WARNING: When connectors are poorly
positioned, the attachment D-rings could
act as a lever on the gate of a karabiner
and subsequently damage it, when
sudden tension comes on to the rope.
ALWAYS ensure that connectors remain
safely positioned during use.
Compatibility
• This harness is compatible with
miscellaneous fall arrest systems and
safety gear, including but not limited to
the following Silverline products:
• 253162 Shock Absorbing Lanyard
• 253600 Karabiner
• 252190 Restraint Positioning
Lanyard
Notes:
• Connecting hardware must be
compatible in size, shape, and
strength. Non-compatible connectors
may accidentally disengage and lead to serious injury or even death
• Only use connectors, such as D-rings, snaphooks, karabiners and other
equipment with a minimum rating of 22kN
WARNING: Always verify that all components used in combination with
each other are compatible.
Anchorage requirements
Fig. N
• According to EN795 the minimum strength of any anchorage is 10kN
• Check anchorage for signs of deterioration
• As with all fall arrest gear, anchorages must be subjected to regular
inspections by a competent person. Inspect at least once every three
months and record findings in a dedicated service record
• Check that the karabiner is the correct size for the anchorage to be
used. If the karabiner is too small, use an anchor sling to connect to the
anchorage
Anchorage position
• The anchorage of the system should preferably be located above the
user's position
Use as part of a fall arrest system
• Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems should be capable of
sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the system
of at least:
• 22kN for non-certified anchorages, or
• Two times the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required
strength should be multiplied by the number of systems attached
Removing the harness
1. Ensure you are located in a safe place away from any fall hazards
2. Open both Leg Strap Buckles (6) by passing the three-bar slide through
Fig. L
Restraint
Lanyard
Fig. M
Maximum
height of
fall: 0.6m