Buckingham 5005S5 User manual

BUCKINGHAM MFG.
Rigging Carabiner
Inspection / Warnings
The Buckingham PN 5005S5 double action gate Rigging Carabiner is designed specifically for rigging applications and is
not intended for use with products that are marked to the ASTM F887 and / or ANSI Z359 standards. In lieu of this
component, use PN 223689 for ASTM F887 and / or ANSI Z359 rated products.
MBS: 11,240lbf. (50 kN) min. WLL: 2,500 lbf. (11 kN)
Inspection:
•Ensure locking gate operates freely and smoothly and that the gate closes and remains closed, auto locks and stays locked until
intentionally opened.
•Inspect to ensure component is free of cracks, distortion, corrosion, or nicks.
•Ensure gate is not bent, is free of burrs, not packed with snow or ice, and is clean and functioning properly.
If any evidence of wear or deterioration as outlined above is observed, immediately cease use, destroy the product, and replace it with new
equipment. Should any unusual conditions not outlined above be observed, or you have reasonable doubt about a particular condition,
remove the equipment from service and notify your Supervisor, Safety Director, or contact Buckingham Mfg. Co. for clarification. Failure to
carefully and completely inspect your equipment could result in serious injury or death.
Warnings:
•Know the job and the regulations governing performance requirements and select the proper equipment.
•Read carefully, understand, and heed these and all other included instructions, warnings, and cautions before using this equipment.
Failure to do so could result in your serious injury or death. Should questions arise concerning the proper use or condition of your
equipment, contact Buckingham Manufacturing Co. at 1-800-937-2825.
•This equipment is intended for use by properly trained professionals only.
•This product is designed with a maximum working load of 2,500 lbf.
•Ensure carabiner is positioned so that its gate is never load bearing.
•This equipment is not designed for or to be impact loaded.
•Personal protection and rigging equipment, (i.e. fall arrest, work positioning, retrieval, suspension, travel restraint, hoisting, etc.)
should not be resold or provided to others for re-use after use by original user as assurance cannot be granted that a used product
meets criteria of applicable standards and is safe for use to a subsequent user.
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•Be certain this equipment is suitable for the intended use and work environment. If suitability for intended use is in doubt, consult a
safety engineer or contact Buckingham Mfg. before using.
•Destroy any and all equipment subjected to impact loading.
•Only Buckingham Mfg. Co., or those authorized in writing by Buckingham Mfg. Co., may make repairs to this equipment.
•Remove from service if subjected to impact loading. Even though no visible signs are present, internal damage may have occurred thus
reducing its strength and margin of safety.
•Lubricate the gate on carabiner at least weekly or as often as required to maintain smooth operation (no binding) with light weight
lubricant such as WD-40®.
•Product covered under these instructions / warnings should not be resold / redistributed or re-used after use by original user.
Detailed Inspection
In addition to the inspection before, during and after each use, it is recommended that a detailed inspection by a competent inspector be done at
least every 3 months (or more frequently, depending on amount and type of use). Make a copy of these instructions and use one as a permanent
inspection record; keep the other with the equipment. It is best to issue new gear to each user so they know the entire history.
Date of Purchase:
Date of Issue:
User:
Date
Inspection Results
Inspector
Buckingham Mfg. Co.
Binghamton, NY
www.buckinghammfg.com
1-800-937-2825
Information contained in these written instructions supersedes all other information (written, audio, video etc.) produced by Buckingham
Mfg. prior to the revision date of this document.
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