Guardian DIABLO 10967 User manual

Do not throw instructions away.
Read and understand instructions before
using this equipment.
Parts: ; ; 
Instruction Manual
DIABLO CABLE
SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINE
 REV. B
DIABLO
Self-Retracting Lifelin e
Se
puede
ut
iliz
a
r
e
n
ap
li
cac
i
o
n
es
bo
r
de
e
x
puesto
Suitablefor
LEADINGEDGE
OSHA1926.502& 1910.140
2 Product Specific Applications
2 For All Product Applications
2 Applicable Safety Standards
2 Worker Classifications
2 Compatibility
3 Limitations
3 Installation and Use
3 Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage
4 Specifications
4 Materials
7 Safety Information
8 Labels
9 Diagrams
9 Inspection
10 Inspection Log

2
Worker Classifications
Qualified Person: A person with an
accredited degree or certification, and
with extensive experience or suicient
professional standing, who is considered
proficient in planning/reviewing the
conformity of fall protection and rescue
systems.
Competent Person: A highly trained and
experienced person who is ASSIGNED
BY THE EMPLOYER to be responsible
for all elements of a fall safety program,
including, but not limited to, its regulation,
management, and application. A person
who is proficient in identifying existing and
predictable fall hazards, and who has the
authority to stop work in order to eliminate
hazards.
Authorized Person: A person who is
assigned by their employer to work around or
be subject to potential existing fall hazards.
Product Specific Applications
May be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 in
a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS)
for use in Fall Arrest applications.
Structure must withstand loads applied in the
directions permitted by the system of at least
5,000 lb (22,2 kN). No free fall is permitted.
D-ring: Dorsal
May be used in Travel Restraint
applications. Restraint systems prevent a
worker from reaching the leading edge of
a fall hazard. Always account for fully extended
length of connecting equipment. Structure must
withstand loads applied in the directions
permitted by the system of at least 1,000 lb (4,4
kN). No free fall is permitted. Restraint systems
may only be used on surfaces with slopes up to
4/12 (vertical/horizontal).
D-rings: Dorsal
For All Product Applications
Maximum user weight (including all
clothing, tools, and equipment) is:
OSHA(LE): 100 - 310 lb (45 - 141 kg)
OSHA(Non-LE): 100 - 420 lb (45 - 191 kg)
Applicable Safety Standards
Meets or exceeds:
OSHA 1910.140
OSHA 1926.502
Compatibility
When making connections to the SRL, eliminate
all possibility of roll-out. Roll-out occurs when
interference between a connector and the
attachment point causes the connector gate to
unintentionally open and release.
All connections must be selected and deemed
compatible with the SRL by a Competent Person.
All connector gates must be self-closing, self-locking,
and withstand a minimum load of 3,600 lb (16 kN).
See Diagram B on page 7.

3
Maintenance, Cleaning,
and Storage
Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the
safety and longevity of the SRL. Remove all dirt,
corrosives, and contaminants from the SRL before
and after each use. If SRL cannot be cleaned with
plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse
and wipe dry. NEVER clean SRL with corrosive
substances.
When not in use or during transport, store
equipment where it will not be affected by heat,
light, excessive moisture, chemicals, or other
degrading elements.
Limitations
Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient
clearance below the work surface to arrest a
fall before the user strikes the ground or an
obstruction. When calculating fall clearance,
account for a MINIMUM 2 ft (0,6 m) safety factor,
deceleration distance, user height, length of
lanyard/SRL, harness stretch, free fall, and all
other applicable factors.
See Diagram A on page 7.
Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make
considerations for eliminating or minimizing all
swing fall hazards. Swing falls occur when the
anchor is not directly above the location where a
fall occurs. Always work as close to in line with the
anchor point as possible. Swing falls significantly
increase the likelihood of serious injury or death in
the event of a fall.
Installation and Use
Step 1
All components of PFAS must be selected and
deemed compatible with SRL by a Competent
Person.
Step 2
Ensure structure to which SRL is attached,
and on which work is performed, is free of all
hazards, including, but not limited to, debris, rot,
rust, sharp or abrasive edges and surfaces, and
hazardous materials.
Step 3
Ensure 100% tie-off will be maintained at all
times, which may require the use of a backup or
supplementary fall protection system.
Step 4
Attach Diablo SRL to compatible anchorage
connector as determined by jobsite Competent
Person.
WARNING! Snap hook end must be
connected to harness dorsal D-ring.
SRL-LEs are tested and certified for horizontal
use over a steel edge without burrs. SRL-LEs
may be used over similar surfaces, such as
metal sheeting or other steel formations.
The allowable angle of redirection of the
lifeline portion of SRL-LEs at the leading edge
of a fall hazard MUST be at least 90° (see
Diagram C).
Anchor point MUST be situated no lower than
the leading edge of applicable fall hazard(s).
Prior to use, a Competent Person MUST
calculate adequate fall clearance (see pg. 2).
Setback distance: As determined by product
testing, Guardian Fall Protection SRL-LEs
are not required to be setback any specific
distance from the leading edge of applicable
fall hazard(s).
NEVER work on the far side of an opening
that is opposite the SRL-LE anchorage
point.
In the event of a fall over the edge, special
rescue measures may be necessary.
Always account for use of SRL-LE in job
site rescue plan developed by job site
Competent Person.

4
DIABLO
Self-Retracting Lifelin e
Se
puede
ut
iliz
a
r
e
n
ap
li
cac
i
o
n
es
bo
r
de
e
x
puesto
Suitablefor
LEADINGEDGE
OSHA1926.502 & 1910.140
Materials
3/16 in (4,8 mm) Galvanized Steel cable,
aluminum, polyolefin, polyester.
Specifications
User weight range (including all
clothing, tools, and equipment):
OSHA(LE): 100 - 310 lb (45 - 141 kg)
OSHA(Non-LE): 100 - 420 lb (45 - 191 kg)
Maximum Arrest Force: 1,800 lb (8 kN)
Average Arrest Force: 1,350 lb (6 kN)
Maximum Arrest Distance:
Non-LE: 3 ft 6 in (1,1 m)
LE: 8 ft 6 in (2,6 m)
See Diagram A on page 9.
Minimum Required Fall Clearance:
Non-LE: 7 ft (2,1 m)
LE: 17 ft (5,2 m)
Permitted Service Temperature Range:
-40°F to 130°F (-40°C to 54°C)
Note: Non-LE = Anchor at or above D-ring height
Part # Length Description
10967 50 ft (15,2 m) SRL, Diablo, Galvanized Steel Cable with Steel Snap Hook
10982 60 ft (18,2 m) SRL, Diablo, Nylon-Coated Galvanized Steel Cable with Steel Snap Hook
10968 65 ft (20 m) SRL, Diablo, Galvanized Steel Cable with Steel Snap Hook
Swivel Top Connection Point
Housing
Shock Pack
Snap Hook Connector
Lifeline Handle

5
Safety Information
WARNING! Failure to understand and
comply with safety regulations may result
in serious injury or death. Regulations
included herein are not all-inclusive, are
for reference only, and are not intended
to replace a Competent Person's (CP)
judgment or knowledge of federal or state
standards.
Do not alter equipment.
Do not misuse equipment.
Workplace conditions, including, but not limited
to, flame, corrosive chemicals, electrical shock,
sharp objects, machinery, abrasive substances,
weather conditions, and uneven surfaces, must
be assessed by a Competent Person before fall
protection equipment is selected.
The analysis of the workplace must anticipate
where workers will be performing their duties,
the routes they will take to reach their work, and
the potential and existing fall hazards they may
be exposed to. Fall protection equipment must be
chosen by a Competent Person. Selections must
account for all potential hazardous workplace
conditions. All fall protection equipment should
be purchased new and in an unused condition.
Fall protection systems must be selected and
installed under the supervision of a Competent
Person, and used in a compliant manner. Fall
protection systems must be designed in a
manner compliant with all federal, state, and
safety regulations. Forces applied to anchors
must be calculated by a Competent Person.
Harnesses and connectors selected must be
compliant with manufacturer’s instructions, and
must be of compatible size and configuration.
Snap hooks, carabiners, and other connectors
must be selected and applied in a compatible
fashion. All risk of disengagement must be
eliminated. All snap hooks and carabiners must
be self-locking and self-closing, and must never
be connected to each other.
See Diagram B on page 7.
A pre-planned rescue procedure in the case
of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be
project-specific. The rescue plan must allow for
employees to rescue themselves, or provide an
alternative means for their prompt rescue. Store
rescue equipment in an easily accessible and
clearly marked area.
Training of Authorized Persons to correctly erect,
disassemble, inspect, maintain, store, and use
equipment must be provided by a Competent
Person. Training must include the ability to
recognize fall hazards, minimize the likelihood of
fall hazards, and the correct use of personal fall
arrest systems.
NEVER use fall protection equipment of any kind
to hang, lift, support, or hoist tools or equipment,
unless explicitly certified for such use.
Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must
immediately be removed from use.
Age, fitness, and health conditions can seriously
affect the worker should a fall occur. Consult a
doctor if there is any reason to doubt a user’s
ability to withstand and safely absorb fall arrest
forces or perform set-up of equipment. Pregnant
women and minors must not use this equipment.
Physical harm may still occur even if fall safety
equipment functions correctly. Sustained post-
fall suspension may result in serious injury or
death. Use trauma relief straps to reduce the
effects of suspension trauma.

6
Labels
WARNING Read supplied instructions before using. Failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death. Never
modify product. This product is not repairable.
USE This device is only for use by one person as a fall arrester. Only make connections directly to attachment point on safety
harness. Ensure that connection to anchorage is secured properly before use. Avoid lifeline contact with thermal, electrical,
and chemical hazards. Lifeline may contact sharp or abrasive edges and surfaces, but avoid if possible. May be used as a
component of a PFAS in HLL applications. Design, installation, and utilization of HLLs must be supervised by a Qualified
Person. Suitable for horizontal use. Competent Person must calculate fall clearance prior to use; fall clearance calculations
must include considerations for swing fall. Clearance numbers specified based on lifeline installed vertically overhead and
in-line with worker.
DO NOT REMOVE LABELS
INSPECTION Prior to each use, inspect device per instructions, including locking function (sharp pull to test), retraction
function, legibility of labels, evidence of defects, damage, or missing parts, and condition of connectors, housing, fasteners,
and lifeline (inspect full length). Inspection by Competent Person required at least every 12 months. Immediately remove from
service if evidence of shock pack deployment is found.
User Weight Range (including tools and equipment): OSHA: 100-310 lb (LE) | OSHA: 100-420 lb (non-LE)
Average Arresting Force: 1,350 lb | Maximum Arresting Force: 1,800 lb
Minimum Setback Distance from edge: 0” (LE)
Maximum Arresting Distance: 8 ft 6 in (LE) | 3 ft 6 in (non-LE)
Maximum Free Fall: 5 ft (LE) | Not permitted (non-LE)
Minimum Required Fall Clearance: 17 ft (LE) | 97ft (non-LE)
Permitted Service Temperature: -40° to 130° F
Designed, Tested and Assembled in USA.
guardianfall.com
90150-M
Suitable for Leading Edge
Se puede utilizar en aplicaciones borde expuesto
OSHA 1226.502 & 1910.140
Se
puede
ut
iliz
a
r
e
n
ap
li
cac
i
o
n
es
bo
r
de
e
x
puesto
Suitable for
LEADING EDGE
OSHA 1926.502 & 1910.140
DIABLO
Self-Retracting Lifeline
2
2
3
3
4
4
1
1

7
Diagram B - Connections

 


Diagram A - Fall Clearance
CAUTION! Fall clearance calculation
shown is based on a standing worker
falling directly in-line with anchor point.
SAMPLE CALCULATION ONLY.
Always refer to connector instructions
for product-specific clearance
information.
WARNING!Eliminate Swing Fall whenever
possible! If swing fall exists, always account
for additional fall clearance.
🟥Free Fall
🟥Deceleration
🟥Harness Stretch
🟥Safety Factor
🟥Swing Fall
5ft
(1,5m)
8ft6in(2,6m)
Swing Fall
1ft6in(0,5m)
Swing Fall
3ft6in
2ft(0,6m)
1ft6in(0,5m)
2ft(0,6m)
(1,07m) Diagram C - Permitted Lifeline
Redirection Angle
<90
≥90


8
Inspection
Prior to EACH use, inspect SRL for deficiencies,
including, but not limited to, corrosion,
deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp
edges, cracking, rust, paint build-up, excessive
heating, alteration, broken stitching, fraying, and
missing or illegible labels. IMMEDIATELY remove
SRL from service if defects or damage are found,
or if exposed to forces of fall arrest.
Take special care to inspect stitching impact
indicator located at webbing loop at top of SRL.
Stitching must be intact and not broken, frayed,
or otherwise compromised. If red tag is visible,
remove from service.
Ensure that applicable work area is free of all
damage, including, but not limited to, debris,
rot, rust, decay, cracking, and hazardous
materials. Ensure that work area will support the
application-specific minimum loads set forth in
this manual. Work area MUST be stable.
At least every 12 months, a Competent Person
(CP) other than the user must inspect SRL.
Inspections MUST be recorded in inspection
log in instruction manual and on equipment
inspection grid label. The Competent
Person must sign their initials in the box
corresponding to the month and year the
inspection took place.
During inspection, consider all applications and
hazards the SRL has been subjected to.
Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes
pre-use and Competent Person inspections.
This inspection log must be specific to one SRL.
Separate inspection logs must be used for each
SRL. All inspection records must be made visible
and available to all users at all times. If equipment
fails inspection it must be discarded immediately.

9
Serial No: Date of first issue:
Model #: User:
Date: Results/Condition: Inspected by: Next Inspection Date:
Inspection Log

10

11

12
Guardian
607 East Sam Houston Parkway South, Suite 800
Pasadena, TX 77503
USA guardianfall.com
[e-mail]
Guardian® and its logo are registered trademarks of Pure Safety Group Inc. dba Guardian Fall in the US and other countries.
+   