Austlift Davit System User manual
Davit System
PC. 915400
AS/NZS 5532:2013
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This instrucon manual belongs to the Austli Davit System according to AS/NZS 5532:2013 and
must be available at the place of installaon. If this device is sold, the instrucon and assembly
manual must be included in the local language.
The Austli Davit System is classed as Personal Protecve Equipment (PPE) .
The System is designed to minimise the risk of/provide protecon against the danger of falling
from heights. However, always remember that no item of PPE can provide full protecon and care
must always be taken while carrying out any risk related acvity.
Locking pin to adjust the extension arm in 3
posions
Two Addional aachment points can be used
as anchorage point for Retractable fall arrester
Large locking pin for securing the extension
arm on the column.
Locking pin for securing the column onto the
oor/wall mounng bracket in the desired
posion.
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Note : Suitable M16 fasteners are to be used for xing the brackets to the structure. See Pic.6 and
Pic.7 for examples.
Noce: Preparing the apparatus for use requires prior knowledge of proper mounng of the oor
and wall mounng brackets. The bolts or screws required for mounng the brackets do not come
included with the product. It must be ensured that the mounng is correctly fastened and aligned.
On the oor/wall mounng bracket, rst pull the inserted locking pin outwards, turn
it 90° and let it go again. That secures it from springing back to the lock posion and
is now ready for the inseron of the mast. Please refer to pics below
STEP
1
Unlock the locking pin by pressing
on the pin and pulling it out. Now
swing the extension arm of the Davit
into the desired posion 1, 2 or 3
as preferred and secure it again by
pushing the lock pin back in.
Please refer to pics below
The Davit System is now ready for
its basic funcon. To dismantle,
go through the described steps in
reverse order.
Please refer to pics below
Insert the mast into the oor mounng
bracket.
Please refer to pics below
In the boom, round part of the
lower arm of the mast, there are
8 holes for the stop bolts, which
allow the Davit Mast to be locked at
intervals of 45°. If unlocked, the Mast
is free to turn by 360°.
Please refer to pics below
STEP
2
360° rotation
possible
STEP
3
STEP
4
STEP
5
300.0
300.0
Ø102.0
293.5
240.0
240.0
Ø22.0(4holes)
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Floor mounting bracket
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Optional Accessories:
AUSTLIFT RETRACTABLE FALL ARRESTER rated capacity 136kg / 1 person
AUSTLIFT WINCH rated lift capacity 136kg / 1 person
Assembly of Optional Equipment:
The AUSTLIFT RETRACTABLE FALL ARRESTER rated capacity 136 kg / 1 person is mounted on the
anchorage eye with help of a Karabiner.
AUSTLIFT Winch is mounted on the cantilever or Davit Mast with the help of two bolts M10 x
100mm washer and nylon nut as well as a specialised bracket.
221.2
Ø102.0
300.0
240.0
300.0
240.0
Ø22.0(4holes)
NOTE:
The receiving structure must be able to withstand stresses equivalent to 22.1 MPa or 22.1N/
mm2. The fasteners/structural anchors must be strong enough to handle this strain. They must
be stainless steel/High tensile, size M16.
ŸThickness of concrete block should be minimum 9"(228.6mm)
ŸDrill hole should have a minimum clearance of 11"(279.4mm) from all the available edges
ŸAll receiving Structure should be verified by a qualified structural Engineer.
ŸCan be installed on cantilever of concrete beam by sand-witching two plates on beam &
concrete structure should be verified by a qualified structural Engineer.
ŸSuitable M16 fasteners should be used for fixing the brackets to the structure.
ŸFor dismantling the Davit System, go through the described steps in reverse order.
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Floor mounting bracket
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• This fall protecon apparatus is compliant with AS/NZS 5532:2013 and is tested for securing
a maximum of one person against falling. In conjuncon with addionally required AS/
NZS1891.1 compliant safety harnesses, EN360 compliant AUSTLIFT retractable fall arrester
and EN 1496 compliant AUSTLIFT winch, it serves for the safety of persons performing work
that involves a risk of falling. All harnesses, fall protecon apparatus and retractable fall
arresters must only be used as intended.
• Failure to observe the instrucons for use can present a danger to life. In the event of a
fall, hanging in the harness for a period of me must be avoided (risk of suspension trauma
orthostac shock).
• The apparatus must only be operated by appropriately trained and competent persons. No
users of this equipment may suer from any kind of health impairment! (eg. alcohol, drug,
medicaon or circulartory problems)
• An oponal AUSTLIFT Retractable fall arrester can only protect one person while in use.
• The apparatus should be arranged as close to perpendicular over the head of the person to
be secured in order to prevent swinging in the event of a fall.
• If the cable breaks or becomes kinked or roughened, the oponal AUSTLIFT fall arrester
must be removed from service and returned to the manufacture for inspecon and/or
cable replacement.
• The oponal AUSTLIFT retractable fall arrester is intended for use at temperatures between
- 30°C and +50 °C, in accordance with EN 360.
• The permissible load on the fall protecon apparatus corresponds to AS/NZS 5532:2013 for
securing one person of Max.136Kgs.
• No modicaons or addions to the complete system may be made.
• All locking pins are in the lock posion.
• The Austli Davit System mast and extension arm are not distorted or damaged.
• All bolts and screws are ghtened.
• Wall/Floor mounng bracket are properly installed.
• The wire rope of winch/retractable fall arrester is free of cuts, corrosion, kinks etc
• Ensure any medical condion of the user does not aect his safety in normal and emergency
use.
• The Austli Davit System shall only be used by a person trained and competent in its safe
use.
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• Ensure that the Austli Davit System is compable with other items when assembled into
a system. Usage with other incompable items may be dangerous & hazardous as the safe
funcon of one item may be aected or interfere with the safe funcon of another.
• It is essenal for the safety of the user that if the product is resold outside the original
country of desnaon, the reseller shall provide instrucon for use, for maintenance, for
periodic examinaon and for repair in the language of the country in which the product is
to be used.
• If used properly, the Austli Davit System has a life span of 10 years from the date of
manufacture unless subjected to severe abrasions or extreme temperatures/climac
condions.
• The Austli Davit System shall be used only for Vercal movement, up or down.
• Only suitable for use with a weight of up to 136kg.
• Ensure that the harness complies with AS/NZS1891.1 and is adjusted to the user’s size, is
free from damage and is in good condion.
1. Extreme temperatures
2. Trailing or looping of Lanyards over sharp edges.
3. Extreme acidic or basic environments.
4. Abrasive or sharp edged structures which can damage the equipment.
5. Grease, oil, and harmful chemicals.
6. Direct exposure to rain and moisture.
7. Ultraviolet radiaon.
• A rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during the
work.
• Do not make any alteraons or addions to the Austli Davit System without the
manufacturer’s prior wrien consent.
• The Austli Davit System shall not be used outside its limitaon, or for any purpose other
than that for which it is intended.
• The user should carry out a pre-use check of the Austli Davit System, to ensure that it is in
a serviceable condion and operates correctly before it is used.
• The pre-use check shall involve checking for any wear or abrasion on wire rope and signs
of cuts, frays, damage.
• Withdraw from use immediately if there is any doubt about its safe condion or if it has
already arrested a fall.
• Use karabiners conforming to EN362 for connecng to the anchor points.
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• In case of minor soiling, wipe the equipment with coon cloth or so brush. Do not use any
abrasive material.
• Store in cool dry place, preferably away from moisture, direct sunlight, extra acidic or basic
condions, and sharp edges.
If the product becomes damaged, it will not provide opmum level of protecon, and therefore
should be immediately either replaced or repaired. Never use a damaged product. Also, never
use it if the rope shows signs of cuts or damage. Repair is permied only if it is either done by
the manufacturer, or by a competent authorised repair center or individual approved by the
manufacturer.
According to the PPE Direcve BS8437:2005, the equipment MUST be inspected and cered for
funcon by a competent person once every 12 months.
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1. The AS/NZS mark showing that the product
conforms to Australian Standards.
2. Idencaon or the manufacturer.
3. Type of product code.
4. Serial Number.
5. Month/Year of Manufacture
Please refer to previous pictures for proper installaon
of the Davit System.
INSPECTION LOG
DATE COMMENTS/DEFECTS SIGNATURE
Product Type :
Serial No. :
Year of Mnf. :
User Name:
INSPECTION LOG
DATE COMMENTS/DEFECTS SIGNATURE
Product Type :
Serial No. :
Year of Mnf. :
User Name:
B/I P915400 V1 2017
Distributed by:
43 Frank St, Wetherill Park, NSW 2164
02 9757 2277
42 Mulgul Road, Malaga, WA 6090
08 9248 6674
7 Durbell St, Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110
07 3272 0777
47 Technology Drive,
Sunshine West, VIC 3020
03 9314 5525
New Premises address:
475 Dohertys Rd, Truganina VIC 3029, in 2018
PC. 915400
AS/NZS 5532:2013
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