Damaging Factors
Dirt on the surface and embedded in rope acts as an abrasive to the strands and
bers.Ifalifelinebecomesdirty,itshouldbewashedwithmildsoapandwater.It
should be allowed to dry naturally before being repacked and stored. Ice particles
withinthestrandsofaropecandamagetheinnerbers.Therefore,careshouldbe
taken to prevent freezing. Whenever a rope becomes wet, it should be allowed to dry
naturally before being repacked and stored. The detrimental effect of rust on rope
cannot be over-emphasized. If a rust stain is found on the rope, it should be
immediatelyremovedwithmildsoapandwater.Apersistentruststainisadenite
indicationofberdamageandareductioninthestrengthofrope.Anyropeshowing
a persistent rust stain must be taken out of service. Different chemicals may cause
damage to different ropes. Caution must be taken where rope has been exposed
to chemicals. Rope that has been exposed to temperatures above 150°C cannot be
considered safe.
TRAINING
All workers and their employer must be trained in the correct use, care, and
maintenance of this equipment. All parties must be aware of the correct and incorrect
applications and use of this equipment. Failure to be properly trained on the correct
use, care and maintenance of this product could result in serious injury or death.
MAINTENANCE, SERVICE AND STORAGE
Clean the rope grab after each use with water and a mild soapy solution and hang
to dry. Do not use heat to dry your equipment. Any build up of dirt or grime can
seriously reduce the performance of the rope grab and in some cases may prevent
the rope grab from arresting a fall. If you have any questions regarding use, care or
maintenance of the rope grab please contact Dynamic Safety International for further
details. Lifelines should be stored in a clean, dry location, away from exposure to
chemicals, fumes, excessive heat or ultraviolet rays.
ANCHORAGE
Select every anchorage point with care. The anchorage point location, in combination
with the fall protection system, should never permit a free fall of more than state in
state or provincial regulations. Avoid pendulum or swing fall hazards by working
directlybelowaxedanchoragepointorbyusingahorizontallifeline.Fixed
anchorage points, vertical droplines or horizontal lifelines must be capable of
supporting2,268kg(5,000lbs)perworker.Adroplineisaverticallinesecuredtoa
xedanchoragepoint.Ahorizontallifelineisxedto2anchoragepoints.
PERFORMANCE DATA
MAXIMUMARRESTINGFORCE……….…………1800lbs(8kN)
MAXIMUMSTOPPINGDISTANCE…….…………36˝(0.9m)
CAPACITY……………………………........………..132-352lbs(60-160kg)
CERTIFIED AND COMPLIES TO……….………… CSA Z259.2.5
ANSIZ359.1(2009)
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