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The instruction manual for this device consists of general and specific instructions,
both must be carefully read and understood before use. Attention! This leaflet
shows the specific instruction only.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FINCH.
This note contains the necessary information for a correct use of the following
product/s: positioning lanyard Finch.
1) FIELD OF APPLICATION.
This product is a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work positioning and pre-
vention of falls from a height; it is compliant with the Regulation (EU) 2016/425.
EN 358:2018 - Belts for work positioning and restraint and work positioning
lanyards. The product can only be used in combination with CE-marked equip-
ment, work equipment such as connectors (EN 362), harnesses (EN 358 / EN
813) etc. Attention! For this product the indications of the standard EN 365 must
be respected (general instructions / paragraph 2.5). Attention! For this product
a periodic thorough inspection is compulsory (general instructions / paragraph
8.) Caution! Do not use this equipment for lifting purposes. Caution! Be careful
while using the equipment in close proximity of moving machinery and in case of
electrical hazard.
2) NOTIFIED BODIES.
Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph 9 / table D): M4; N1.
3) NOMENCLATURE. (Fig. 2.1). A) Sewn termination with connection eyelet. B)
Sewn-termination side of the rope. C) Rope protective sleeve. D) Connector of the
rope adjustment device. E) Hole for the connector of the rope adjustment device.
F) Cam. G) Free-end side of the rope. H) End-stop sleeve.
3.1 - Main materials. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph
2.4): 3; 7 (rope adjustment device); 7 (rope, protective sleeve).
4) MARKING. Numbers/letters without caption: refer to the legend in the general
instructions (paragraph 5).
4.1 - General (Fig. 3). Rope adjustment device: 1; 4; 6; 7; 8; 11; 12; 15; 19.
Rope: 2; 4; 6; 7; 8; 19; 30) Rope diameter; 31) Equipment length.
4.2 - Traceability (Fig. 3). Rope adjustment device: T1; T3; T8; T9. Rope: T2;
T8; T9.
5) COMPATIBILITY.
5.1 - Connectors. In the hole of the rope adjustment device the equipped connec-
tor must be used or, alternatively, one of the compatible EN 362 oval connectors
indicated in the chart (Fig. 9). Caution! Using a different connector (e.g. a large-
base connector) may impair the proper functioning of the equipment. The sewn-
termination loop of the equipment is compatible with all connectors complying
with EN 362 and equipped with a locking gate (Fig. 2.2). The small eye in the
end-stop sleeve must be used to keep the free-end side of the rope well organized,
for example using a gear carabiner. Danger of death! Do not use to connect to
an anchor point.
5.2 - Anchor points. Only anchor points that comply with the EN 795 standard
can be used (minimum strength 12 kN or 18 kN for non-metallic anchors) that do
not have sharp edges. (Fig. 5).
6) ISTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
Any activity carried out at height requires the use of Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE) as a protection against the risk of a fall. Before accessing the work station,
all the risk factors must be evaluated (environmental, concomitant, consequential).
6.1 - Lateral attachment mode / EN 358. Secure the connector of the rope adjust-
ment device to one EN 358 lateral attachment point on the harness (Fig. 6.1).
Pass the sewn-termination side of the rope around the anchor structure and connect
the terminal connector to the other EN 358 attachment point on the harness in
the correct position (Fig. 4.1-4.2). Adjust the positioning lanyard in such a way
that it is in tension; that the anchor point is at a height equal to or greater than the
height of the waist belt. Attention! Make sure the protective sleeve safeguards the
rope. To reduce the distance from the anchor point, pull the free-end side of the
rope with one hand (Fig. 6.3). To increase the distance, grab and slightly rotate
the device with one hand while using the other hand to support yourself on the
structure or to hold the free-end side of the rope (Fig. 6.4).
6.2 - Front attachment mode / EN 813. Secure the connector of the rope adjust-
ment device to the EN 813 ventral attachment point on the harness (Fig. 7.1) and
connect the terminal connector directly to the anchor point (Fig. 7.2). Adjust the
positioning lanyard in such a way that it is in tension; that the anchor point is at a
height equal to or greater than the height of the waist belt. To reduce the distance
from the anchor point, pull the free-end side of the rope with one hand (Fig. 7.3).
To increase the distance, grab and slightly rotate the device with one hand, while
using the other hand to hold the free-end side of the rope (Fig. 7.4).
6.3 - Warnings. 1) The adjustable lanyard for work positioning Finch is not meant
for arresting a fall. In case the work placement exposes you to the danger of falling
from a height, this device must be used in combination with an appropriate fall
arrest system or collective protection. 2) The user must always be positioned below
the anchor point (Fig. 8). 3) Once the lanyard is placed, it must be kept in tension
in such a way to prevent a free fall superior to 0,5 m. 4) Maximum working load:
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140 kg. 5) Using a work positioning system, the user is normally supported by the
equipment. As a consequence, it is essential to consider using a backup system
such as a fall protection system. 6) The maximum duration of use of the rope in-
cluded in the Finch Aramidic model is three years starting from the first removal of
the product from the intact packaging, away from light, and the product must be
discarded and put out of service after three years of use at the latest. The complete
theoretical lifespan (correct storage before the first removal + use) is limited to a
maximum of 5 years from the date of production.
7) Replacement parts / accessories.
This product is compatible only with the spare parts and specific accessories listed
below: rope*, protective sheath/cover*, adjuster connector (Fig. 9). Attention!
The replacement of spare parts (except for the replacement of the adjuster con-
nector and of the protective sheath in lanyards not equipped with sewn terminal
connectors) can only be carried out by the manufacturer, by a competent person
authorized by the manufacturer or by a competent person according to the cur-
rent national regulations on PPE inspection. Attention! Accessories/spare parts
marked with an asterisk (*) by themselves do not constitute PPE. Attention! Before
installing an accessory/replacement part, carefully read and understand the in-
structions for use of the device on which it will be installed. Attention! Before use
make sure that the accessory/spare part is correctly installed.
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