Function And Description - Tractel tempo 2 Manual De Empleo Y De Mantenimiento

29. On the label indicating the next inspection date, stamp or
write in indelible ink the month and year that the first periodic
inspection was conducted, and then place this label in the
space marked "aa" on the warning plate
Before and during use, you must always have a rescue
procedure in mind to be adopted to ensure an efficient,
safe rescue operation if necessary.
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Function and description

The Tempo 2 lifeline is a provisional, transportable horizontal
lifeline complying with the requirements of standard EN 795.
It has also been qualified for use by 2 persons. The lifeline is
adjustable from 5 m to 20 m. The end anchor points must have
a minimum tensile strength of 28 kN.
This equipment must be used with a fall­arrest system complying
with the requirements of EN 363.
This equipment is suitable for use on an open­air worksite and or
temperatures ranging from ­35°C to +60°C.
The Tempo 2 lifeline comprises the following components:
• An anchor line, length 18 m, made of polyester webbing with
dimensions 35 x 2, certified by TRACTEL
• A Tempo 2 tensioner, ratchet type, made of zinc­plated steel
(T).
• An anchor strap, length 1 m.
• A strap with dimensions 50 x 4 made of polyester webbing,
certified by TRACTEL
• 2 connectors placed on one side of the line, on the stitched loop
of the anchor line (L) and on the other side, on the stitched loop
of the anchor strap (S).
• Two rings for straps AS30S, length 1.5 m.
• One carrying bag.
Before installing the Tempo 2 lifeline, ensure that all the anchor
points have a tensile strength of 28 kN.
1. Installation
Connect the connector of the anchor line (L) of the Tempo 2
lifeline to the first anchor point, then connect the second
connector on the anchor strap (S) to the second anchor point.
The two anchor points must be spaced by no more than 20 m.
The lifeline must be positioned so that its angle of inclination with
respect to the horizontal does not create any risk of the operator
sliding along the axis of the rope bridge lifeline in the event of a
fall by one or several persons ; in all cases, the angle must not
exceed 15°.
To tension the Tempo 2 lifeline, manually pull the slack strand of
the anchor line parallel to the axis of the lifeline to reduce, to the
maximum, the deflection on the anchor line. While maintaining
the tensioning force on the slack strand, disengage the anti­
return brake of the tensioner to release the ratchet handle.
Actuate the ratchet handle and perform at least two turns so that
the strap overlaps correctly. Once the tensioning is completed,
reposition the anti­return brake. This operation will lock the
ratchet handle.
The Tempo 2 lifeline must be installed as high as possible, and
no lower than a man's mid­height.
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Installation
CAUTION
Before installation, check that the area under the lifeline
being installed is clear of all persons.
2. Removal
To dismantle the Tempo 2 lifeline, disengage the anti­return
brake of the tensioner to release the ratchet handle.
Pull on the tensioned strand of the strap to create a sag.
Unfasten the two connectors at the anchor points.
CAUTION
Before loosening the line, make sure that no one is attached
to the line.
Check that the area under the lifeline is clear of all persons.
Inspection before use
To be verified:
• Check that the tensioner (T) has not been bent in any way.
• Visually inspect the condition of the anchor line (L).
• Visually check the condition of the anchor strap (S).
• The system's installation conditions (see "Installation" chapter).
• Check that the user will not hit any obstacle during or after a fall.
• Check the compatibility of the fall­arrester with the installation
environment of the Tempo 2 lifeline.
• Check that the line is properly tensioned.
Conditions of use
To connect to the Tempo 2 lifeline, the user(s) must use, as a
mobile anchor point, a 10mm dia. steel wire connector complying
with standard EN 362.
The fall arrester, compliant with the requirements of standards
EN 353.2, EN 355 or EN 360 must be connected to the dorsal
attachment point of the fall arrest harness compliant with the
requirements of standard EN 361.
Do not use the Tempo 2 lifeline under the following conditions:
Temperature exceeding +60°or below ­35°.
In a chemical environment.
Storage
The Tempo 2 lifeline must be stored in a location sheltered from
humidity and maintained within a temperature range of ­35°C
to +60°C.
Maintenance and repair
Regular maintenance must be carried out by the user. Besides
the verifications specified in the "Inspections before use" chapter,
the following maintenance should be carried out:
• If the anchor line and anchor strap are dirty, wash them with
cold clear water using, if necessary, a detergent for delicate
fabrics ; use a synthetic brush.
• If during use or washing the anchor line and the anchor strap
have become wet, allow them to dry naturally in the shade
away from any source of heat.
• Before each use, inspect the anchor line and the anchor strap
visually along their entire length.
• Any serious non­visible damage can impact the strength of the
anchor line and the anchor strap.
TRACTEL recommends that you do not allow use of the
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anchor line and the anchor strap if it has not been inspected by
a person in charge of the equipment.
• Acids, oils and gasoline which have corne into contact with
the anchor line or the anchor strap will impact the strength of
the equipment. The polyester fibers of the anchor line and the
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