Cascade Rescue CRC-HRB-SS1 Installation instructions

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Pg.
A. General Safety Precautions 2
B. Traceability and Markings 2
C. Standards 3
D. Specifications 3
E. Application 4
F. Terms 4
G. Use
Rigging StableSeat to subject 5-6
Lifting and flight procedures 7
H. Inspections 8
I. Product Care 8
Cleaning and disinfection 8
Loading into carrying bag 9-10
Storage 10
I. Warranty 10
J. Equipment Record 11
Intended for specialized personnel or expert users
SPECIFICATIONS & USER MANUAL
Part Number: CRC-HRB-SS1
Stableseat aerial
rescue vest
Cascade Rescue
1808 Industrial Drive
Sandpoint, ID 83864
Telephone: [phone] Toll Free +1 844-414-RESQ • Fax: [phone]
Web: https://cascade-rescue.com/ • Email: customer[email protected]
Manufacturer - Harken
N15W24983 Bluemound Rd., Pewaukee, WI 53072-4974
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
Web: www.harken.com • Email: [email protected]
Additional information regarding victim extrication
devices can be found in NFPA 1500 and NFPA 1858
and NFPA 1983, incorporated in the 2022 edition of
this standard.
back cover - p12 front cover - p1
12 pages
1color, BLACK
Paper stock: 70# offset Opaque
Trim/finish size: 5.5"x 8.5"
Flat size: 11"x 8.5"
Bleeds: None
Finishing: 1 fold / saddle stitch binding
PPAP required at 1st printing
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Aerial Rescue Vest 3
2 Aerial Rescue Vest
Cascade Rescue Company
1808 Industrial Dr.
Sandpoint, ID 83864, USA
Made in the USA
cascade-rescue.com
262-691-3320
WARNING! Activities involving the use of this equipment are inherently
dangerous. You are responsible for your own actions and decisions.
WARNING! Before using this equipment, you must:
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions for use.
2. Get specific training in its proper use.
3. Become acquainted with its capabilities and limitations.
4. Understand and accept the risks involved.
Safety Precautions
WARNING! Failure to heed any of these warnings
may result in severe injury or death.
This manual is intended for specialized personnel or expert users. These instructions should
be referred to before and after use and kept on file for periodic reference and training.
A. General Safety Precautions
Product
Cascade Rescue StableSeat Aerial Rescue Vest (ARV) - Part number CRC-HRB-SS1
WARNING! This product must only be used by competent persons or
expert users skilled in technical rescue.
B. Traceability and markings
Serial number
Standards
Part number
Manufacturer's
address
Product label
C. Standards
Device
ARV meets the victim extrication device requirements of NFPA 1983, incorporated in the
2022 edition of NFPA 2500 Class III.
Berry Amendment compliance (10 U.S.C. 2533a)
Note: Additional information regarding victim extrication devices can be found in NFPA
1500 and NFPA 1858 and NFPA 1983, incorporated in the 2022 edition of this standard.
ANSI/ASSP Z359.12-2019 (steel rings only)ww
CSA Z259.12-16 (steel rings only)
Steel Rings
D. Specifications
Weight 5 lbs 2.27 Kg
Storage size 18 in x 7 in 46 cm x 18 cm
Storage size circumference 22 in 56 cm
Strengths
Safe working load (SWL)
Front and rear grab handles each
350 lbs 155 kg
Minimum breaking strength
Steel lifting rings - each
7600 lbs 3440 kg
Minimum breaking strength
ARV entire device
3600 lbs 1631 kg
Acceptable load
ARV entire device
500 lb 227 Kg
Materials
Nylon webbing Magnet closures
Drop forged steel hardware Cordura
Velcro®brand hook and loop closures Polyester and nylon assorted fabric
Life Span
ARV device lifespan - 10 years from date of manufacture
WARNING! If ARV is damaged, specifications no longer apply.
Return the product to the manufacturer for inspection and repairs.
If shock loaded in any way, remove product from service and discard.
Velcro is a registered trademark of Velcro IP holdings LLC
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E. Application
The ARV is designed to be simple, functional and durable. Thoughtfully constructed of
the highest quality materials, it’s extremely easy to put on and will stand up to the most
punishing use – time and again. Designed for helicopter hoist/short-haul and aerial
evacuation rescue; it is equally capable for any technical rescue when a safe, secure
and comfortable extraction is required.
G. Use
Before and after every use, inspect the ARV for traces of wear, damage, or breakage. The
ARV must be used by a capable and knowledgeable rescuer, informed in both technical rescue
and packaging of injured subjects. Misuse of the ARV may result in worsening injuries or
even death. Should the ARV be subjected to the forces of a major shock loading, remove
from service immediately and replace. Remove the ARV from service if it fails to pass the
inspection, you don’t know its full usage history, or you have any doubt as to its reliability.
WARNING! Do not continue to use this product after a major shock
loading, even if no visible signs are present. Product must only be used
by competent persons or expert users skilled in technical rescue.
F. Terms
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1Magnets 5Arm hole 9Storage bag
2Steel lifting rings 6Product label 10 Front grab handle
3Webbing straps 7Restraint strap and buckle 11 Rear grab handle
4Structural stitching 8Tail loop
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3. Start by placing the ARV high around
the subject’s shoulders.
G. Use - Rigging StableSeat to Subject
4. The subject’s arms can be either on
the inside of the ARV or outside the
armholes.
Arm holes
2. The ARV can be put on subject in
any position: standing, seated, supine
or prone.
1. Remove the ARV from bag and open.
Secure the subject to the ARV by
fastening the restraint strap and buckle.
Restraint
strap and
buckle
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7. Place the tail loop in the middle
between the two steel lifting rings.
Secure to the two lifting rings and tail
loop with carabiner(s) or directly onto
the hoist hook.
G. Use - Rigging StableSeat to Subject (Cont.)
8. Verify carabiner(s) or hoist hook are
locked and all three connection points
are properly preloaded before lift.
WARNING! The ARV does not provide spinal or cervical immobilization.
5. To secure the connection point high
strength magnets hold the steel lifting
rings together.
6. Grab the ARV tail loop and pull it up
between the subject’s legs.
Tail loop
Tail loop IMPORTANT! On a fixed line / short-haul the maximum airspeed is 60 knots. On a hoist,
consult hoist manufacturer specifications.
IMPORTANT!
1. Whenever possible a rescue attendant should accompany the ARV subject.
2. Always do a visual safety inspection before lifting to ensure tail loop is between legs and
all three connection points are locked into a carabiner or hook.
3. Provide a helmet, eye and ear protection to the subject.
4. Preload the ARV before holding on and slightly pulling on the connection points to ensure
the three points are evenly loaded.
5. Attaching a tether is not always needed. The tether – if used – must connect through both
rings and tail strap.
6. Instruct subject to hold the front grab handles during the lift.
7. Use the internal subject restraint for additional subject security.
8. Hoist operator may clip an anchored safety tether upon reaching the helicopter.
9. To place a subject in a standing position upon landing, the rescue attendant must pull up
on a rear grab handle just as the subject’s feet touch the ground, otherwise the subject will
land in a supine position.
G. Use - Lifting and flight procedures
Single subject with or without a rescue attendant
WARNING! Before lifting all anchoring between the ground and ARV
(and attendant) must be released.
WARNING! Only properly trained and equipped personnel should
attempt to use the ARV for an external hoist lifting operation with a
helicopter.
Tag Lines
It may be necessary to use a tag line when lifting. The rear grab handles are suitable connection
points for tag lines. When using an external hoist on a helicopter, tag lines should be connected
to the ARV with an appropriately rated weak link for detachment.
Static Lift
Use a tagline (anti-rotation line) attached to a backside grab handle with an appropriate
breakaway (“weak”) link to prevent the subject from spinning.
Dynamic Lift – Hoist or Short-Haul
A tagline (anti-rotation line) is not required.
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Cleaning and disinfection
1. The NFPA standard for cleaning rescue gear of blood borne pathogens calls for a solution
of 60 ml of household bleach for every 4 liters of tap water or 1/4 cup per gallon. Soak ARV
for 10 minutes and then thoroughly rinse off. Alcohol can be used to speed drying.
IMPORTANT! Thoroughly rinse the ARV to ensure the bleach solution doesn't damage the
material over long term contact.
2. Quarantine the ARV for 72 hours.
IMPORTANT! Cleaning will reduce the risk of contamination but 100% disinfection cannot be
guaranteed.
I. Product Care
H. Inspections
I. Inspect before and after every use to ensure the ARV is in serviceable condition.
2. Inspect product label for legibility of serial number, warnings and use instructions.
3. Inspect storage bag, webbing and straps for wear, tears, cuts, frayed edges, or other
damage. Inspect for UV damage.
4. Inspect all structural stitching (different color thread) for abrasion, wear, cuts or
UV damage.
5. Inspect steel lifting rings and buckles for wear, deformation, cracks, etc.
6. Inspect ARV after any period of storage greater than 30 days.
See inspection form on page 11.
IMPORTANT: Discontinue use of the ARV, remove from service, and contact Cascade Rescue if
inspection reveals any doubt about the safety or serviceability of the device.
Contact Cascade Rescue: [phone] or [email protected]
3. Fold in half again by bringing the fold
toward the steel lifting rings.
4. Start at foot end and roll tightly
toward head.
I. Product Care - Loading into Carrying Bag
Head Foot
Loading into carrying bag
IMPORTANT! To ensure the ARV is always ready and configured correctly, it is crucial the ARB
is stowed properly after every use.
2. Fold the tail loop in. Pull the two
steel lifting rings together so the
magnets engage.
1. Place the ARV on a clean flat surface
and open it up as shown.
Magnets
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Clutch engaged
I. Product Care - Storage
When ARV is not in use follow these storage procedures:
1. Store in a cool, dry place – out of reach of potentially harmful chemicals, moisture, heat,
and direct sunlight.
2. Do not store wet.
3. Do not expose the ARV to high temperatures or to flames.
4. Keep the ARV far away from chemicals, especially acids.
5. If exposed to salt water, wash with soap and water and rinse thoroughly in fresh water.
Allow to dry in a well ventilated space away from direct sunshine.
J. Warranty
Cascade Rescue warrants to the original purchaser that Cascade Rescue manufactured
products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product.
This product is to be rigorously inspected annually by a qualified technician or the
manufacturer.
5. Slip the rolled ARV into the provided
carrying bag so steel lifting rings are at
the top.
6. Push steel lifting rings inside of
carrying case.
I. Product Care - Loading into Carrying Bag (cont.)
Equipment Record
Product:
Model/type
CRC-HRB-SS1
Description
Cascade Rescue
StableSeat Aerial Rescue Vest
(ARV)
Serial number
(Record from ARV label)
Manufacturer
Harken, Inc.
Address
N15W24983 Bluemound Rd
Pewaukee, WI 53072-4974 USA
Telephone/Website
+ 1 262-691-3320
www.harkenindustrial.com
Year of manufacture Purchase date Date first put into use
Other important information (i.e. document number):
Inspection History - See Inspections - Page 8
Date Reason for entry
(Periodic exam or usage)
Defect notes and other important
information
Name and signature of
competent person
Date of next
periodic
examination
Aerial Rescue Vest 11
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