Bornack FALLSTOP ROPSTOP 3 User manual

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ROPSTOP 3
Guided type fall arrester
including a flexible anchor
line
FAllSTOP®
EN353-2
Energy absorber on the safety
line or optionally on the
Ropstop 3
User Manual

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Safety hook
ROPSTOP 3
Fall arrester
Splice with
lock and ID
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Rope length
–
Production date
Flexible anchor line
(safety rope)
Rope end lock
Variant:
Tape fall arrester on the fall arrester Ropstop 3
instead of a connector tape
Locking pin
Attachment Eye
Releaser lever
Tape fall arrester

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Brief description
Intended use:
In conjunction with a full body harness that conforms to
EN 361, the ROPSTOP 3-fall arrester serves exclusively to
safeguard one person ascending with a guided type fall
arrester on ladders, scaffolding, roofs etc. from falling.
The ROPSTOP 3-fall arrester is also suitable for horizontal
protection.
It is assumed that the user of this device has appropriate
experience in the use of personal protective equipment and
the risks associated with working where there is a risk of
falling.
All other uses are deemed improper. The company
BORNACK will not be liable for any ensuing damages.
The user bears the sole risk.
Equipment:
•Fall arrester in compliance with EN 353-2
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Flexible anchor line S 16, SK 16 or SK 12
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Energy absorber in compliance with EN 355
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Safety hook, self-securing, self-locking
Use:
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Securing
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Arresting
Approval:
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Conformity with the EC Directive 89/686/EEC
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Type-tested and production control by
EXAM BBG Prüf- und Zertifizier GmbH CE 0158
Dinnendahlstraße 9, D-44809 Bochum
Quality test:
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Quality assurance system by the manufacturer
Visual inspection:
•Check that the fall arrester, safety hook and safety line
are complete and in a flawless condition.
•Roll out the entire rope and check its condition.
The rope may show no signs of wear anywhere.
Function test:
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Attach the safety line and the safety hook to a secure
anchor point. Strongly jerk the connecting rope and/or
tape downwards. The fall arrester must clamp tightly to
the safety line.
Always test every time before use!
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If even the slightest of faults is detected
during the inspection, the device may not be
used.
Faulty devices may only be tested and repaired in a
workshop authorised by BORNACK.

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Using the guided type fall arrester ROPSTOP 3
Place the ROPSTOP 3 into the flexible anchor line (safety
line)
a Hold the device in your open hand. The arrow must point UP.
b Lift the releaser lever and push the locking pin downwards.
c Lock the locking pin into the 'park position'.
b
a
Attachment Eye
Safety lock
Pushbutton releaser lever

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e Push the locking pin out of the 'park position':
the bayonet fastener will snap closed automatically!
f Check: Is the ROPSTOP 3 positioned correctly?
The device must maintain its position on the rope and
not slide downwards. If jerked down suddenly, the
device must block. The device can be pushed upwards
freely.
Insert the karabiner of the lanyard into the anchor eye of
the anchor point and secure.
Manually push the ROPSTOP 3 as far up the vertical
guide rope as possible. It should remain just in reach so
that it can be adjusted.
The system is now operational and work can start.
The guide rope must be kept taut (no slack).
Using the guided type fall arrester ROPSTOP 3
d Insert the anchor rope into the device and fold the device d
Insert rope
TOP
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ACAUTION! Only use lanyards and safety
lines approved by the manufacturer!
e
closed. Check the effective direction is correct:
Arrow points UP!

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Attachment of the safety line
a Attach the end of the rope to the safety hook or the
anchor rope so that
b the safety line hangs freely.
c Roll out the rope carefully. There may be no knots.
d The rope may not twist against the given rope twists.
This will create kinks and damage.
Function
The fall arrester is unlocked by lifting the Attachment Eye
and will slide along the rope. If the Attachment Eye is
pulled downwards, it will clamp the fall arrester to the
rope. The fall is arrested.
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This ROPSTOP 3-fall arrester is classified
as personal protective equipment and
should be assigned to one specific person.
Avoid use by different persons.
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When inserting the rope,
observe the marking UP!
E
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7,5 kN (^ = 750 kg)
ba
dc
Regular inspection:
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Visually inspect and check the function every time
before use.
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The ROPSTOP 3-fall arrester should be inspected at
least once a year by an expert and the inspection
result should be entered into the warranty and
test card.

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Attachment to full body harness
e Hook the safety hook of the fall arrester to the anchor eye
of the full body harness.
In the event of a fall, the full body harness transfers the
forces evenly onto the secured person.
Securing a person from behind
f If possible, select an anchor point vertically above the
standing surface
g behind the fall edge, and keep the rope taut.
Securing a person from the front
h If possible, select an anchor point vertically above the
standing surface and keep the rope taut.
i Do not select an anchor point below the secured person!
The fall depth could be longer in this case.
There is a risk of falling onto the ground or onto lower parts
of the structure.
j Do not select an anchor point to the side of the secured
person! The person could fall onto parts or a wall.
Ensure that there is enough space below the work area:
Total height = Fall height + brake path + physical height!
Attachment of the safety line
fe
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h i
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m ax . 1 m

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Safety instructions
There is a risk to life if these safety instructions are not
observed.
• If even the slightest of faults is detected during the
inspection, the personal protective equipment may
not be used.
• Damaged, fall-stressed, dubious personal protective
equipment or safety devices must be immediately
withdrawn and not used. The equipment may only be
inspected by an expert or a workshop authorised in
writing by BORNACK. This must be documented in the
test card.
• No independent changes or repairs may be carried out.
• This fall protection equipment is part of the personal
protective equipment and should be assigned to a specific
person.
• The personal protective equipment may only be used by
qualified staff that are familiar with the material. They
must be proficient in handling the personal protective
equipment and must have been briefed about the
possible risks associated with its use.
• In accordance with the accident prevention guidelines
(UVV) the users of fall protective equipment (Category III)
must attend a theoretical training course and a practical
training course. Make use of the training competence of
the BORNACK training centres: – BORNACK-hotline.
• Accessories from other manufacturers may only be used if
approved by BORNACK and may not impair the function
and safety of the protective equipment.
Clothing and shoes must be suitable for the task at hand
and the weather conditions.
• Only use the equipment if you are fully fit.
• The user should be healthy enough to ensure that safety
is not jeopardised under normal conditions or in
emergency situations.
• The anchor point for den rope protection must be
adequately strong (EN 795), min. 10.0 kN (for one person)
in the rope pull direction.
• Dry damp personal protective equipment before storing.
• Store away from light in a dry place.
• Do not store personal protective equipment close to
radiators.
Permanent temperatures of over +50 °C have a negative
impact on the strength of the textile material and will
reduce the life span.
• Do not allow personal protective equipment to come into
contact with aggressive substances (e.g. oils, grease, acids,
chemicals).
• Store the personal protective equipment in the
device case or device bag.
• If possible, select an anchor point overhead.
• The possible free fall height should be kept as short
as possible. The overall possible fall height should
be noted.
There is a risk of falling onto protruding parts of
structures or even onto the ground. Risk of injury
during swinging after a fall.
• This PPE has been tested for edge loads; however,
this external load always represents a higher risk.
This situation should be avoided by means of
preventive work or the equipment should be
protected from sharp edges (edge protection
collars).
• If this PPE is used as an arrester system (free fall is
possible), a full body harness in compliance with
EN 361 must always be used.
• Possible fall path if all required PPE components are
used correctly: brake path fall arrester (max. 175 cm)
+ (if necessary reaction time HSG) + physical height
(clear height of the PPE) + safety reserve 1 m.
• Choose the highest possible anchor point.
• Protect the personal protective equipment during
storage, use or transport from the effects of heat
(e.g. welding flame or sparks, hot cigarette ash) and
chemicals (acids, lyes, oils, etc.) and mechanical
effects (sharp edges etc.).
• Before starting work, the responsible person must
draw up a plan of rescue measures that defines how
to rescue casualties quickly and safely and ensures
first aid measures. Casualties must be rescued
within 10 to 30 minutes. BORNACK can help you
draw up tailor-made rescue plans in specific
training courses – BORNACK-hotmail.
• The local safety guidelines (e.g. in Germany, the
guidelines issued by the professional associations
BGR 198 and BGR 199) and the accident prevention
guidelines for the specific industry (UVV) must be
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Storage
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Dry damp personal protective equipment before storing.
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Store away from light in a dry place.
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Do not store personal protective equipment close to
radiators. Permanent temperatures of over +50 °C have
a negative impact on the strength of the textile material
and will reduce the life span.
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Do not allow personal protective equipment to come into
contact with aggressive substances (e.g. oils, grease, acids,
chemicals).
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Store the personal protective equipment in the device
case or device bag.
Maintenance and care
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Dry damp personal protective equipment in the air, not
on artificial heat sources. Dry metal components with
cloths.
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Clean soiled textile components (full body harness, rope
etc.) without water or wet-brush, or use lukewarm water
and a little detergent for delicates.
Then rinse thoroughly. No other cleaning agents may be
used!
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For information about disinfection, please contact
BORNACK-hotmail.
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If the personal protective equipment comes into contact
with saltwater, keep it wet until it can be rinsed with
distilled water.
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Ensure that moving parts on the karabiner and other
devices run smoothly, if necessary by oiling.
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Do not use grease. Bearings are permanently lubricated
balls. If necessary, oil joints with (resin-free) sewing
machine oil.
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Protective equipment that is well looked after will last
longer!
Life span / service life
This PPE may be used for a maximum of 10 years after the
production date (see label). Textile components will age
(become brittle). This aging process can also be
accelerated significantly by the effects of the weather,
frequent use or the work environment!
This fall protection equipment should be inspected at
least once a year by an expert and the inspection result
should be entered into the warranty and test card.
Identification
This fall protection equipment bears the following
information on the identification label:
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Manufacturer and contact address
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Type designation of the device
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Serial no. (FA-No. or Batch No.)
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SN, if necessary individual number
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Production date
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EN standard, also with year
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CE symbol
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Pictogram 'Read user manual'
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If necessary, next expert inspection
Info
If these goods are sold in other countries, the dealer must
ensure that the user manual is supplied in the respective
national language. The respective translation must be
authorised by BORNACK.
If you have any further questions about safe use of
this rope protection equipment or other BORNACK
services, such as:
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Risk analysis
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Rescue plans
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Training courses
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Expert inspections
please send your question to our e-mail hotline
hotline: [email protected]
We will be happy to help!
Repairs
For reasons of liability, repairs may only be carried out
by the manufacturer.
Only original spare parts from the manufacturer
may be used.
Miscellaneous

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Germany
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Switzerland
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