Hailo H-8 System Installation and operation manual

Informaon booklet
about
• Using
• Care
• Inspecon
Guided type fall arrester
including rigid anchor line -
H-8 System
Hailo SSL-8-R1 Fall Arrester and
Integrated BFD-50/8-1 Shock Absorber
(EU) 2016/425
DIN EN 353 -1:2018

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Manufacturer:
HAILO-Werk
Daimlerstr. 2,
35708 Haiger, Germany
[phone]
[phone]
E-mail: info @ hailo-professional.de
www.hailo-professional.de
Certifying and supervising body:
DEKRA Testing and Certification GmbH
Dinnendahlstr. 9,
44809 Bochum, Germany
Identification no. 0158
1. General information, explanation of symbols
This information booklet describes how to use,
maintain and test the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester.
For your safety, please read this information
brochure carefully before use.
If the fall arrester is resold to another country,
it is necessary for the safety of the user that
the retailer provides the user with the informa-
tion in this booklet in the respective national
language.
The SSL-8-R1 fall arrester may only be used on
the H-8 fall arrest system.
Use, maintenance and inspection must be car-
ried out exclusively in accordance with the
specifications in this booklet.
The warranty will become null and void in the
event of damage caused by non-observance of
this booklet. No liability shall be assumed for
any consequential damage arising from this.
For ease of understanding, this brochure has
replaced the term used in DIN EN 353-1:2018,
“Guided type fall arrester including rigid anchor line”,
with “fall arrest system”.
EU Declaration of Conformity and
EU-Type Test Certificate:

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Contents:
1. General information,
explanation of symbols ......... 2
2. System data .................. 4
3. Intended use ................. 5
4. Safety instructions ............. 5
5. Technical data ................ 8
6. Use of the
SSL-8-R1 fall arrester .......... 9
7. Markings ................... 14
8. Care instruction .............. 15
9. Inspection instruction ......... 15
10. Inspection plan .............. 16
11. Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Notes on potentially dangerous situations.
If these cannot be avoided, there is a risk of injuries.
Notes on potentially dangerous situations.
If these cannot be avoided, there is a risk of severe
injuries or death.
CAUTION
WARNING
NOTE
Notes on potentially dangerous situations that may
lead to property damage.
General warning advice
Risk of fatal injury in the event
of a fall
General instructions
See documentation
Use Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) against falls from a height
Warning of hand injuries

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SSL-8-R1 fall arrester:
BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber
No.
No.
Expiry date:
Company:
Fax:
Postcode,
Town:
Name:
Telephone:
Street:
E-mail:
Date of the
first use:
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Date Signature of manufacturer (Company stamp)
Information on SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
Date Signature of user
Information on User
2. System data

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• Onlypersonswhohavebeeninstructedinthe
use of vertical ladder and fall protection systems
may use the H-8 fall protection system and the
SSL-8-R1 fall arrester. The user of the fall arrest
system must be physically and mentally capa-
ble of movement using the respective equipment.
Safety in normal or emergency conditions must
not be compromised.
• Thecontractororoperatorofaplantmustputin
place a plan which covers all possible emergen-
cies that might arise when using the fall arrest
system and outlines the measures required for
rescuing personnel.
• Theaccidentpreventionregulations
DGUV regulation 1 and
DGUV rules 112-198/199 (Germany)
must be respected.
Testing must adhere to the respective national
operating and testing regulations.
• NochangesoradditionsmaybemadetotheH-8
fall protection system without the prior written
consent of Hailo. Repairs may only be carried out
using original parts and in accordance with Hai-
lo‘s instructions.
• TheSSL-8-R1fallarresterisdesignedforusein
temperatures ranging from - 40°C to + 50°C.
The safe function of the fall arrester can be im-
paired e.g. by extreme climatic conditions, chem-
icals, contamination or mechanical influences
(sharp edges, oil, ice, etc.). Use in this case is
prohibited.
• Nomorethan3personsmayusethefallarrest
system at the same time. The distance between
individual users must be at least 6 m.
• TheH-8fallarrestsystemisdesignedasafall
safety when using rung ladders and pole climb-
ers, both above ground and below ground.
It is designed for a safe ascent and descent of
service personnel to workstations at higher or
lower levels.
• TheSSL-8-R1fallarresterisapprovedexclusive-
ly for securing persons with a total weight (body
weight of the user including clothing and equip-
ment) of 50 - 136 kg.
The use of climbing aids is prohibited unless the
safe usability of the combination in question has
been explicitly demonstrated.
• UsersoftheH-8fallarrestsystem,alongwith
their fall safety personal protective equipment
(PPEgA), connect to the fall arrester, which runs
along the entire length of the ladder system.
(see page 6).
• Thefallprotectionsystemmayonlybeused
within the operating conditions described in this
information booklet.
Any other use (e.g. as workplace positioning or
as an anchor point) is prohibited and can lead to
failure of the safety system in the event of a fall.
No liability is assumed for personal injury or
property damage resulting from violations of the
provisions outlined in this booklet or from failure
to comply with the safety instructions.
3. Intended use 4. Safety instrucons

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4. Safety instructions
• TheSSL-8-R1fallarrestershouldonlybeper-
sonally assigned to one user.
• Whenusingacombinationofequipmentparts
(e.g. combining a user-specific safety harness
with the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester), it is a mandato-
ry requirement that this should not result in any
impairment of the overall system.
In the event of a fall, any impairment may result
in the failure of the fall arrester.
• Onlyapprovedsafetyharnessesaccordingto
EN 361 may be used.
• Forreasonsofsafety,theuserisnotpermittedto
grip or manipulate the fall arrester while climbing
or descending, except when the user is in a posi-
tion of safety and there is no risk of falling.
• Avisualinspectionofthefallprotectionsystem
and an inspection of the functionality of the fall
arrester must be carried out before each use,
(see page 11+12).
If there is any doubt about the safe use of the
device, or if the device has been damaged as
a result of a fall, it must be immediately with-
drawn from use and returned to Hailo for inspec-
tion and repair.
In the event of a fall, the ladder and the fall ar-
rester rope must also be inspected by a compe-
tent/qualified person before further use.
• Additionallanyardsarerequiredwhenleaving
the fall protection system. These should be as
short as possible in order to reasonably limit the
fall distance.
• Additionalattachingelements,e.g.Yharnesses,
should only be attached to the fastening-points
provided for them (EN 795).
WARNING
Risk of falling!
The spring hook on the shock absorber may only
be attached to the authorised retaining eye on
the safety harness [B].
The fall arrester must not be connected to any
retaining eyes to the sides of the safety harness
that may be provided as an additional element in
the hip area.
The safety harness must sit firmly on the body
and be correctly adjusted [C], [D].
A loose safety harness is prohibited when using
the fall protection system [D] [E].
[A]

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WARNING
Risk of falling!
The user should avoid standing in a position
directly on the fall arrestor rope above the
fall arrester [F].
There is a danger of falling!
[B]
[D]
[C]
[E]
[F]

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[B]
[A]
Informationsbroschüre beachten!
Zutreffendes bei der Montage eintragen bzw. ankreuzen.
Observe Information Manual!
For assembly, enter or tick as applicable.
Lire attentivement le manuel d’information.
Pour le montage, entrez au pointez selon le cas.
Nächste
Prüfung
Next
inspection
Prochaine
inspections
06-2021 (DE-GB-FR) Hailo-Werk •Daimlerstraße 2 •35708 Haiger, Germany
Montiert
Assembled
Monté
HAILO System H-8 Das System H-8 darf ausschließlich mit dem Auffanggerät SSL-8-R1
in Verbindung mit Auffanggurten nach EN 361 genutzt werden.
HAILO H-8 System
ATTENTION! • The safety harness provides protection from a height of 3 m above the access level! (Safety distance = 3 m)
• There should always be a gap of at least 6 m between any two peolpe on the fall arrest system.
• No more than 3 persons may use the fall arrest system at any one time.
The H-8 system may only be used with the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
in conjunction with EN 361 compliant safety belts.
HAILO Système H-8
ATTENTION ! • L’effet protecteur de l’antichute n’est réalisé qu’àpartie de 3 m de hauteur au-dessus
du niveau d’accès ! (distance de sécurité = 3 m)
• Entre deux personnes utilisant l’accès une distance d’au minimum 6 m doit être respectée.
•
3 personnes au maximum peuvent utiliser en même temps le système de protection d’accès en hauteur.
Le système H-8 doit être utilisé exclusivement avec l’antichute
SSL-8-R1 et avec des harnais de sécurité selon EN 361.
DIN EN 353-1:2018
0158
ACHTUNG! • Die Schutzwirkung des Auffanggerätes ist ab 3 m Steighöhe über Zugangsebene gegeben! (Sicherheitsabstand = 3 m)
• Zwischen zwei steigenden Personen ist ein Abstand von mindestens 6 m einzuhalten.
• Max. 3 Personen dürfen das Steigschutzsystem gleichzeitig benutzen.
Sicherheits-
abstand = 3 m
Safety
distance = 3 m
Distance de
sécurité = 3 m
Zugangsebene
Access level
System H-50 / System H-8 Sicherheitsabstand Safety distance
3m
www.hailo.de
06-2021 (DE-GB)
[B]
The SSL-8-R1 fall arrester on the
H-8 fall arrest system does not provide
protection when the user is on the lower
section of the climbing unit
(i.e. < 3 m from the top edge – access level).
Block travel
Arrest
distance
The plant operator must install an
appropriate warning notice on the
building to inform the user beyond
all doubt of the safe distance.
The H-8 fall arrest system must be
identified with a type plate at the
point of access which indicates the
type of fall arrester to be used with
the H-8 fall arrest system.
Safety distance
= 3m
[A]
5. Technical data

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CAUTION!
• ThefallarresterSSL-8-R1[A]islockedtothe
fall arrester rope before climbing/descending.
The fall arrester when attached to the rails is
fitted with a BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber [B] and
is connected to the user’s safety harness.
•ThexedandintegralBFD-50/8-1shockabsorber
(DIN EN 353-1:2018) must be replaced on
reaching its expiry date.
The shock absorber may only be replaced by the
manufacturer.
6. Use of the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
Danger of pinching!
In case of careless handling, fingers or skin can
get squeezed between the housing parts.
The fall arrester may only be used in the correct
direction of pull (red arrow pointing upwards).
Before using the fall protection system with the
accompanying fall arrester SSL-8-R1, check
that the system is functioning properly
(see page 12).
Fall arrester SSL-8-R1 with integrated shock absorber BFD-50/8-1

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6. Use of the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
Attaching and removing the
fall arrester SSL-8-R1
1. Before using the fall arrester, the fixed and
integral spring hook on the shock absorber must
be clipped onto the retaining eye on the safety
harness, which should be put on beforehand - in
accordance with EN 361.
Observe the safety instructions on page 5-8!
2. The fall arrester must be attached to the ar-
rester rope in the correct direction of pull (red
arrow pointing upwards [D] ).
3. When attaching the fall arrester, ensure that
the thumb grips the fall arrester and the index
finger is below the brake lever [E] when pulling
the brake lever upwards.
4. Use the other hand to loosen the knurled thumb
screw [F] and release the lock on the cover [G],
while at the same time opening the cover.
The fall arrester is then attached laterally to the
fall arrester rope.
5. After it the fall arrester has been attached,
close the cover [H] and tighten the knurled
screw [F].

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General check and function test
• TheSSL-8-R1fallarrestermustrstbechecked
visually prior to use.
• Thefallarrestershouldonlybeattachedtothe
wire cable in the correct direction of pull (i.e.
with the arrow pointing upwards).
The shock absorber must move freely on the fall
arrester.
• Whentheshockabsorberispulledupwards,the
fall arrester must be unlocked and run easily up
and down the wire cable.
• Whentheshockabsorberisreleased,thefall
arrester must lock on the fall arrester rope
within 30 mm without slipping.
• Thefallarresteffectisnotoperativeif,during
climbing or descent, a horizontal force is acting
on the fall arrester. This will obstruct the fall
arrester.
• WhentheSSL-8-R1fallarresterhasbeentes-
ted successfully to ensure it is working properly,
it is ready for use and the user can climb or
descend in safety.
• Ifthereisanydoubtastowhetheritcanbe
used safely, the fall arrester must be taken out
of service immediately.

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6. Use of the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
Make sure you are in a safe position before carrying
out the functional test.
1. Attach the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester into the fall
arrest rope at head height.
Then connect the fall arrester to the chest eyelet
of your harness.
2. Allow the whole weight of your body to hang
vertically down.
3. The SSL-8-R1 fall arrester must now be an-
chored in the rope and unable to slip.
Daily functional testing before using
the H-8 fall arrest system
If the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester slips during this
safety test, you must stop using it immedi-
ately and return it to the manufacturer for
inspection.
Carry out this test before using the
H-8 fall arrest system.

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• Stoppointsandstopdevicesusedinaclimbing
system are to be positioned such that free falling
and the fall height are restricted to a minimum.
The fastening point must be within the radius of
action for the user while still secured.
• Ingeneral,theusershouldalwaysselectstop
devices/stop points that are situated above
them.
Additional anchor points
WARNING
Risk of falling!
Both on entering and leaving the fall arrest
system, the user must be secured to an
approved fastening point appropriate to local
conditions to prevent falling.
The karabiner [A] is either hooked onto an ap-
proved anchor point [B] - according to EN 795 -
or another structure!
The system may only be entered or left from a
safe standing position.
At no time should there be any risk of falling!

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[A] Type plate on
SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
[B] Security advice
[C] Test badge
[D] ArrowmarkingTHISWAYUP
[E] Type plate on
BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber
[F] Shock absorber address sticker
[G] Packaging label
7. Markings
SSL-8-R1 Fall Arrester BFD-50/8-1 Shock Absorber

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Cleaning:
• Removesoilingfromthefallarresterusingonly
water and an acid-free detergent.
• Thefallarrestershouldbeallowedtodrynatu-
rally. Drying underneath or against heat sources
is not permitted.
Storage:
•TheSSL-8-R1fallarrestermustbestoredina
dry location to which the user has access.
Temperatures < -40 °C or > +50 °C or contact
with oils, acids or other corrosive liquids is not
permitted.
•TheSSL-8-R1fallarrestercanbestoredand
transported in the supplied packaging or a suit-
able container.
• DINEN353-1:2018-compliantfallarresters
must be inspected and documented for good
working order and functionality at least once a
year by trained/authorised personnel.
• Thetestingofallcomponents,eachindividual
subsystem and system must be documented.
• Inaddition,regularchecksmustbemade
depending on the respectively applicable
environmental conditions.
This can mean that the intervals between testing
are correspondingly shortened.
• Theplantoperatorisresponsibleforensuring
that testing and maintenance intervals are
observed.
Testing must adhere to the respective national
operating and testing regulations.
NOTE
Caution, damage!
Inexpert storage or transport may result in
damage to the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester and thus
to failure in the event of a fall.
8. Care instruction 9. Inspection instruction
WARNING
Risk of falling
Regular checks of the equipment are a
mandatory requirement.
The safety of the user is dependent on
the effectiveness and the durability of the
equipment.

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Test schedule for regular testing of the SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
Annual tests are to be documented in the tables below by
trained/authorised personnel.
In the event of a claim, this documentation must be available in full as evidence.
The manufacturer must be granted access to this at all times.
Result:
10. Inspection plan
– Copy this double page when additional information needs to be entered –
1. SSL-8-R1 fall arrester - general condition Check for damage, corrosion and contamination
2. Fall arrester housing Technical condition
3. Housing cover Hinge function; technical condition
4. Screw plugs for lid Closing function
5. Cover locking spring Closing and locking function
6. Brake lever Movement, functional surfaces and technical condition
7. Brake lever – recuperating spring Impact and condition
8. Brake pad Movement; guide function; condition
9. Brake pad Condition of recuperating spring assemblies; effectiveness
10. Brake shoe Seat; screw fixing; condition
11. Anti-twist lock Movement; function; condition
12. Screw connections Technical condition and preload force
13. Cylinder pin (brake lever) Seat, condition and any safety coating
14. Pins and dowel pins Seat and condition
15. Shackle Lock pin (safety sticker)
16. BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber Condition
17. BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber Condition of packaging in heat-shrunk sleeve
18. Karabiner clip Condition, function and safety catch
19. Original markings Are the serial number, type details, etc., easily legible?
20. SSL-8-R1 function test Use on H-8 fall arrest system
21. Period of use of BFD 50/8-1 Has the period of use expired?
22. Test badge for SSL-8-R1 fall arrester Has a test badge been awarded?

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Inspection 2
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
Inspection 3
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
Inspection 4
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
Inspection 5
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
Inspection 6
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
Inspection 7
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
Inspection 1
Date
(Month/ Year)
NO YES
OK
not
OK
N0YES
1. SSL-8-R1 fall arrester - general condition Check for damage, corrosion and contamination
2. Fall arrester housing Technical condition
3. Housing cover Hinge function; technical condition
4. Screw plugs for lid Closing function
5. Cover locking spring Closing and locking function
6. Brake lever Movement, functional surfaces and technical condition
7. Brake lever – recuperating spring Impact and condition
8. Brake pad Movement; guide function; condition
9. Brake pad Condition of recuperating spring assemblies; effectiveness
10. Brake shoe Seat; screw fixing; condition
11. Anti-twist lock Movement; function; condition
12. Screw connections Technical condition and preload force
13. Cylinder pin (brake lever) Seat, condition and any safety coating
14. Pins and dowel pins Seat and condition
15. Shackle Lock pin (safety sticker)
16. BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber Condition
17. BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber Condition of packaging in heat-shrunk sleeve
18. Karabiner clip Condition, function and safety catch
19. Original markings Are the serial number, type details, etc., easily legible?
20. SSL-8-R1 function test Use on H-8 fall arrest system
21. Period of use of BFD 50/8-1 Has the period of use expired?
22. Test badge for SSL-8-R1 fall arrester Has a test badge been awarded?

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HAILO-Werk
Daimlerstraße 2, D-35708 Haiger
[phone]
[phone]
[e-mail]
www.hailo-professional.de
Date Reason of work: a) Regular check, b) Repair
Test outcome of the periodic inspection
Documentation of the regular inspections / repairs to the SSl-8-R1 fall arrester
Product description Manufacter / Supplier
SSL-8-R1 fall arrester
11. Documentaon
Inspecon of the SSL-8-R1 Fall Arrester
– Copy this double page when additional information needs to be entered –
Identification mark
Serial number
Date of manufacture / Expiry date Further information
Date of purchase
Date of the first use
Documentation covering regular replacement of BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber
Date New production number - BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber Expiry date

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Repairs carried out
Name and signature of expert Date of next
regular check
The information concerning the BFD-50/8-1 shock
absorber is to be entered by the manufacturer and
its replacement is to be documented in the table.
The BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber may only be
replaced by the manufacturer:
a) Replace shock absorber and shackle
b) Fit shackle bolts with safety stickers
Bearbeiter(in) - Name und Unterschrift
HAILO-Werk
Daimlerstraße 2, D-35708 Haiger
[phone]
[phone]
[e-mail]
www.hailo-professional.de
Product description Manufacter / Supplier
BFD-50/8-1 shock absorber
Identification mark
Serial number
Date of manufacture / Expiry date Further information
Date of purchase
Date of the first use
Inspecon of the BFD-50/8-1 Shock Absorber

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