GSi BFT Anchor Point User manual

Bulk Feed Tank Anchor Point and
Self-Retracting Lanyard
Installation Manual
PNEG-1620
Version: 4.0
Date: 06-05-20
PNEG-1620

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All information, illustrations, photos and specifications in this manual are based on the latest
information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any
time without notice.

Table of Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 4
Cautionary Symbols Definitions ............................................................................................................ 5
Safety Cautions ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ........................................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 2 Installation Instructions ....................................................................................................................... 9
BFT Anchor Point Installation ................................................................................................................ 9
BFT Anchor Point Usage Instructions ................................................................................................. 12
Chapter 3 Warranty .............................................................................................................................................. 15

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1. Safety
Safety Guidelines
Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be followed at all times. This manual is
written to help you understand safe operating procedures and problems that can be encountered by the
operator and other personnel when using this equipment. Read and save these instructions.
As owner or operator, you are responsible for understanding the requirements, hazards, and precautions
that exist and to inform others as required. Unqualified persons must stay out of the work area at all times.
Alterations must not be made to the equipment. Alterations can produce dangerous situations resulting in
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations,whichmustbecarefully followed inall cases. Authoritieshavingjurisdiction mustbe consulted
before installations are made.
When necessary, you must consider the installation location relative to electrical, fuel and water utilities.
Personnel operating or working around equipment must read this manual. This manual must be delivered
with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the
equipment.
ST-0001-4

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Cautionary Symbols Definitions
Cautionary symbols appear in this manual and on product decals. The symbols alert the user of potential
safety hazards, prohibited activities and mandatory actions. To help you recognize this information, we
use the symbols that are defined below.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, can result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury.
This symbol is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
This symbol indicates a general hazard.
This symbol indicates a prohibited activity.
This symbol indicates a mandatory action.
ST-0005-2

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Safety Cautions
Use Personal Protective Equipment
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Hand
Protection
Head
Protection
Respiratory
Protection Foot
Protection
Fall
Protection
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment:
• Wear clothing appropriate to the job.
• Remove all jewelry.
• Tie long hair up and back.
ST-0004-1
Follow Safety Instructions
• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs
on your machine. Keep signs in good condition. Replace missing
or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components
and repair parts include the current safety signs. Replacement
safety signs are available from the manufacturer.
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
• If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
ST-0002-1
Maintain Equipment and Work Area
• Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.
• Never service equipment while it is operating. Keep hands, feet,
and clothing away from moving parts.
• Keep your equipment in proper working condition. Replace worn
or broken parts immediately.
ST-0003-1

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Fall Hazard
• Ladders, stairways and platforms are for use by competent and trained
personnel only. Do not allow children or other unauthorized persons to
have access to the equipment.
• Access to the equipment must be restricted by the use of security
fencing and lockable gates.
• Lower sections of ladders must be fitted with a lockable safety gate to
prevent unauthorized access.
• Make sure that hot surfaces have had adequate time to cool before
working on or in the equipment.
• Lock out and tag out power supplies and fuel supplies to all equipment.
• Do not attach lifting equipment to ladders or platforms.
• Do not go outside of the safety rails provided on elevated platforms.
• Do not work at heights during high winds, rain, snow, or ice storms.
ST-0056-1
Install and Use Anchor Point Properly
• Do not use anchor point for hoisting or lifting
bulk feed tank.
• Do not stand upright on bulk feed tank roof.
Always kneel or crawl when on bulk feed
tank roof.
• Do not use anchor point to hang from side of
bulk feed tank.
• Always use approved, self-retracting lanyard
connected to back D-ring of approved harness.
Do not connect self-retracting lanyard to front
D-ring of harness. Contact manufacturer for
details regarding approved equipment.
• Always use a tag line to retrieve and retract
lanyard. Lanyard must be fully retracted inside
sealed body of lanyard housing when not in use.
ST-0090-1

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Safety Sign-Off Sheet
Below is a sign-off sheet thatcan be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety
instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name
ST-0007

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2. Installation Instructions
BFT Anchor Point Installation
The BFT anchor point is intended to provide an anchorage for a Self-Retracting Lanyard (SRL) when
climbing a BFT ladder. The anchor point has been designed for use with GSI Group’s 6', 7', 9', 12' and 15'
diameter sealed-roof bulk feed tanks.The bulk feed tank must bestructurally sound before installation can
take place. Only one individual may be attached to the anchor point at any given time.
Required Materials:
• Three 5/16" flange nuts
• Three 5/16" x 1-1/4" bolts
• One BFT anchor point (LDR-5971-SY)
Recommended Tools:
• 1/2" Wrench
• 1/2" Socket and ratchet
1. The BFT anchor point should be installed (1) at the top of the tank where the peak ring collar
meets the roof sheet. (See Figure 2A.) Utilize the existing bolt holes along the perimeter of the
peak ring collar.
Figure 2A Anchor Point Installation Location
Ref # Description
1Anchor point installation locations. Center anchor point
on the roof seam and attach to the collar.

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2. For maximum strength, place the anchor point over a roof panel seam. (See Figure 2B.)
NOTE: The anchor point installation location (2) should be directly above the roof ladder to provide
fall protection while climbing the ladder.
Figure 2B Anchor Point Location Centered over
Roof Panel Seam
3. Once the location along the peak ring collar (3) has been identified, remove a grouping of three
existing bolts from the perimeter of the collar (3). Insert three 5/16" x 1-1/4" bolts (6) from the
underside of the roof panel (4) through the peak ring collar (3) and through the three bolt holes
on the bin anchor point (5). Secure the bolts (6) with three flange nuts (7). For placement details,
refer to Figure 2C and Figure 2D on Page 11.
Figure 2C Fastening the Anchor Point to the Roof
2
Ref # Description
2Anchor Point Installation Location
Ref # Description Ref # Description
3Peak Ring Collar 65/16" x 1-1/4" Bolt
4 Roof Panel 75/16" Flange Nut
5Anchor Point (LDR-5971-SY)

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Figure 2D Anchor Point Fastened to Roof
4. Place the safety decals on the roof panel to the right or left of the anchor point and at the bottom of
the BFT to the right or left of the ladder. (See Figure 2E.)
Figure 2E Danger Decal (DC-2524)
DC-2524 GSI Group, Inc. 217-226-4421
- Do not use anchor point for hoisting or lifting bulk feed tank.
DANGER
- Do not stand upright on bulk feed tank roof. Always kneel or crawl when on
bulk feed tank roof.
- Do not use anchor point to hang from side of bulk feed tank.
- Always use approved, self-retracting lanyard connected to back D-ring of approved
harness. Do not connect self-retracting lanyard to front D-ring of harness. Contact
manufacturer for details regarding approved equipment.
- Always use a tag line to retrieve and retract lanyard. Lanyard must be fully
retracted inside sealed body of lanyard housing when not in use.

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BFT Anchor Point Usage Instructions
The BFT anchor point has been designed to be used as part of a fall protection system consisting of the
anchor point, a body harness and DBI/SALA Self-Retracting Lanyard (SRL). An effective fall protection
system relies on proper operation of the anchor point, body harness and connecting devices. All fall
restraint equipment such as body harnesses, lanyards and connecting hardware must meet applicable
OSHA requirements.
All fall protection equipment including anchor point, body harness and SRL must be inspected by a
qualified individual on a regular basis. If the anchor point, body harness or SRL is subjected to a fall arrest
situation, discontinue use ofthe equipment until such time that an inspection of the anchor point, BFT roof,
SRL and harness can take place by a qualified person. Damaged equipment must be removed from
service immediately.
NOTE: Read and become familiar with the user manual provided by the SRL manufacturer before using
the system.
1. Once the BFT anchor point is properly installed at the peak ring above the roof ladder, connect the
pivoting anchorage loop (8) on the SRL to the anchor point using the self-locking carabiner (9)
provided with the SRL.
2. Tie the tag line (rope) provided in the kit to the steel cable loop (10) located just above the SRL swivel
hook (11). See Figure 2F on Page 13 for SRL component callouts.
NOTE: Do not tie the tag line to the swivel hook (11) itself.
3. Allow the tag line to drape down the BFT roof and sidewall so that it is accessible from ground level.
4. While standing at ground level next to the BFT ladder, use the tag line to extend the steel lanyard
down to you. Use slow and steady motions to extend the steel lanyard to prevent it from locking.
5. Connect the swivel hook (11) to the back ring of your harness.
NOTE: The DBI/SALA Self-Retracting Lanyard (SRL) is designed to connect to the back ring on a
harness. Connection to the front ring is not permitted by DBI/SALA.
6. Once connected, climb the sidewall ladder and roof ladder as normal. The steel lanyard will
automatically retract as you climb.
Any work requiring the use of personal protective equipment is dangerous.
These activities are inherently dangerous and present the risk of serious injury
and/or death. Any person using the BFT anchor point is personally responsible for
obtaining qualified instruction on the proper use, techniques and limitations
involved in such use. The user is responsible for following NFPA, OSHA, ANSI and
all other applicable state and federal regulations regarding use of this product.
Any person using this product is responsible for the proper care and maintenance
of the product. Any person using this product in any manner assumes all risks and
accepts full responsibility for any and all damages and injury of any kind,
including death, which may result from the use of the BFT anchor point. Improper
use, abuse, and/or lack of proper care and maintenance will increase the risk of
serious injury or death.
The BFT anchor point has been designed to be used with a DBI/SALA
Self-Retracting Lanyard (SRL) only.

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7. When your work is complete, climb down the sidewall ladder and roof ladder as normal, avoiding
sudden motions that might cause the SRL to lock. Should you fall at any time during your climb or
decent, the SRL will immediately lock and limit your fall.
8. When at ground level, disconnect the swivel hook (11) from the harness back ring and use the tag
line to slowly allow the steel lanyard to fully retract inside the sealed SRL housing.
NOTE: To prevent damage from weather, ensure the lanyard is fully retracted into the sealed SRL
housing.
Figure 2F Self-Retractable Lanyard (SRL) Components
Only one person may utilizethe anchor point at a time. Theanchor point is designed to support the weight
of a 300 lbs. individual. Do not exceed this weight requirement.
Ref # Description
8Pivoting Anchorage Loop
9 Self-Locking Carabiner
10 Steel Cable Loop
11 Swivel Hook
9
10
8
11
Do not leave the lanyard in its retracted state when not in use. This can damage
the SRL and place the user in jeopardy.

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NOTES

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3. Warranty
Limited Warranty - N.A. Grain Products
The GSI Group, LLC. (“GSI”) warrants products which it manufactures, to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under
normal usage and conditions for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment (or, if shipped by vessel, 14 months from
the date of arrival at the port of discharge). If, in GSI’s sole judgment, a product is found to have a defect in materials and/or
workmanship, GSI will, at its own option and expense, repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price. This Limited
Warranty is subject to extension and other terms as set forth below.
Warranty Enhancements:
The warranty period for the following products is enhanced as shown below and is in lieu of (and not in addition to) the above
stated warranty period. (Warranty Period is from date of shipment.)
Conditions and Limitations:
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIPTION SET FORTH HEREIN;
SPECIFICALLY, GSI DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE IN
CONNECTION WITH: (I) ANY PRODUCT MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI, OR (II) ANY ADVICE, INSTRUCTION,
RECOMMENDATION OR SUGGESTION PROVIDED BY AN AGENT, REPRESENTATIVE OR EMPLOYEE OF GSI
REGARDING OR RELATED TO THE CONFIGURATION, INSTALLATION, LAYOUT, SUITABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCTS.
The sole and exclusive remedy for any claimant is set forth in this Limited Warranty and shall not exceed the amount paid for the
product purchased. This Warranty only covers the value of the warranted parts and equipment, and does not cover labor charges
for removing or installing defective parts, shipping charges with respect to such parts, any applicable sales or other taxes, or any
other charges or expenses not specified in this Warranty. GSI shall not be liable for any other direct, indirect, incidental or
consequential damages, including, without limitation, loss of anticipated profits or benefits. Expenses incurred by or on behalf of
a claimant without prior written authorization from the GSI warranty department shall not be reimbursed. This warranty is not
transferable and applies only to the original end-user. GSI shall have no obligation or responsibility for any representations or
warranties made by or on behalf of any dealer, agent or distributor. Prior to installation, the end-user bears all responsibility to
comply with federal, state and local codes which apply to the location and installation of the products.
This Limited Warranty extends solely to products sold by GSI and does not cover any parts, components or materials used in
conjunction with the product, that are not sold by GSI. GSI assumes no responsibility for claims resulting from construction
defects, unauthorized modifications, corrosion or other cosmetic issues caused by storage, application or environmental
conditions. Modifications to products not specifically delineated in the manual accompanying the product at initial sale will void all
warranties. This Limited Warranty shall not extend to products or parts which have been damaged by negligent use, misuse,
alteration, accident or which have been improperly/inadequately maintained.
Notice Procedure:
In order to make a valid warranty claim a written notice of the claim must be submitted, using the RMA form, within 60 days of
discovery of a warrantable nonconformance. The RMA form is found on the OneGSI portal.
Service Parts:
GSI warrants, subject to all other conditions described in this Warranty, Service Parts which it manufactures for a period of
12 months from the date of purchase unless specified in Enhancements above.
Product Warranty Period
Storage
Grain Bin Structural Design
5 Years
• Roof, doors, platforms and walk arounds
• Flooring (when installed using GSI specified floor support system for that floor)
• Hopper tanks
Conditioning
Dryer Structural Design - (Tower, Portable and TopDry) 5 Years
• Includes (frame, portable dryer screens, ladders, access doors and platforms)
All other Dryer parts including: 2 Years
• Electrical (controls, sensors, switches and internal wiring)
Bullseye Controllers 2 Years
Material Handling
Bucket Elevators Structural Design 5 Years
Towers Structural Design 5 Years
Catwalks Structural Design 5 Years
Accessories (stairs, ladders and platforms) Structural Design 5 Years
(Limited Warranty - N.A. Grain Products_ revised 19 October 2018)

This equipment shall be installed in accordance with
the current installation codes and applicable
regulations, which should be carefully followed in all
cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510-0020
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.gsiag.com
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