Austlift Davit System User manual


Davit System
PC. 915400
AS/NZS 5532:2013

915400

This instrucon manual belongs to the Austli Davit System according to AS/NZS 5532:2013 and
must be available at the place of installaon. If this device is sold, the instrucon and assembly
manual must be included in the local language.
The Austli Davit System is classed as Personal Protecve Equipment (PPE) .
The System is designed to minimise the risk of/provide protecon against the danger of falling
from heights. However, always remember that no item of PPE can provide full protecon and care
must always be taken while carrying out any risk related acvity.
Locking pin to adjust the extension arm in 3
posions
Two Addional aachment 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 mounng bracket in the desired
posion.
              



 
 

915400

Note : Suitable M16 fasteners are to be used for xing the brackets to the structure. See Pic.6 and
Pic.7 for examples.
Noce: Preparing the apparatus for use requires prior knowledge of proper mounng of the oor
and wall mounng brackets. The bolts or screws required for mounng the brackets do not come
included with the product. It must be ensured that the mounng is correctly fastened and aligned.

  



On the oor/wall mounng 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 posion and
is now ready for the inseron 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 posion 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 funcon. To dismantle,
go through the described steps in
reverse order.
Please refer to pics below
 
Insert the mast into the oor mounng
bracket.
Please refer to pics below
In the boom, 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)
915401
Floor mounting bracket

915400 5
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.
915401
Floor mounting bracket

915400

• This fall protecon apparatus is compliant with AS/NZS 5532:2013 and is tested for securing
a maximum of one person against falling. In conjuncon with addionally 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 protecon apparatus and retractable fall
arresters must only be used as intended.
• Failure to observe the instrucons 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
orthostac shock).
• The apparatus must only be operated by appropriately trained and competent persons. No
users of this equipment may suer from any kind of health impairment! (eg. alcohol, drug,
medicaon or circulartory problems)
• An oponal 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 oponal AUSTLIFT fall arrester
must be removed from service and returned to the manufacture for inspecon and/or
cable replacement.
• The oponal 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 protecon apparatus corresponds to AS/NZS 5532:2013 for
securing one person of Max.136Kgs.
• No modicaons or addions to the complete system may be made.

• All locking pins are in the lock posion.
• The Austli Davit System mast and extension arm are not distorted or damaged.
• All bolts and screws are ghtened.
• Wall/Floor mounng bracket are properly installed.
• The wire rope of winch/retractable fall arrester is free of cuts, corrosion, kinks etc


• Ensure any medical condion of the user does not aect 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.


915400

• Ensure that the Austli Davit System is compable with other items when assembled into
a system. Usage with other incompable items may be dangerous & hazardous as the safe
funcon of one item may be aected or interfere with the safe funcon of another.
• It is essenal for the safety of the user that if the product is resold outside the original
country of desnaon, the reseller shall provide instrucon for use, for maintenance, for
periodic examinaon 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/climac
condions.
• The Austli Davit System shall be used only for Vercal 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 condion.
               
 
 󵘇
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 radiaon.



• A rescue plan shall be in place to deal with any emergencies that could arise during the
work.
• Do not make any alteraons or addions to the Austli Davit System without the
manufacturer’s prior wrien consent.
• The Austli Davit System shall not be used outside its limitaon, 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 condion 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 condion or if it has
already arrested a fall.
• Use karabiners conforming to EN362 for connecng to the anchor points.

915400

 
• In case of minor soiling, wipe the equipment with coon 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
condions, and sharp edges.

󶐕
If the product becomes damaged, it will not provide opmum level of protecon, 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 permied 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 Direcve BS8437:2005, the equipment MUST be inspected and cered for
funcon by a competent person once every 12 months.


915400

1. The AS/NZS mark showing that the product
conforms to Australian Standards.
2. Idencaon or the manufacturer.
3. Type of product code.
4. Serial Number.
5. Month/Year of Manufacture
Please refer to previous pictures for proper installaon
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