Innova XTIRPA IN-8020 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION AND SAFETY MANUAL FOR
XTIRPA XLT MAST SYSTEM/DAVIT ARM XTIRPA XLT
4.6 M (15 FT) TO 7.6 M (25 FT) X 1.83 M (6 FT) FOR PPE
UNIVERSAL RESCUE SYSTEM
IN-8020
Innova Public Utility Products, Inc.
1040 Boulevard Industriel, Granby, Québec, Canada
Tel [phone] Fax [phone] www.xtirpa.com
MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY THE USER BEFORE EACH USE

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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (English)
Manufacturer established in the community:
Produits de Services Publics INNOVA inc.,
1040, boul. Industriel, Granby, Québec, Canada J2J 1A4
Declares that the following PPE product:
IN-8020 XTIRPA XLT Mast-DavitArm 4.6M (15ft) to 7.6M (25ft) X 1.83 M (6 PI) for EPI.
is in conformity with the provisions of the regulation (EU) 2016/425 and complies to the standard:
Personal fall Protection Equipment type E EN 795: 2012
is identical to the PPE product which was submitted to the EC Certificate of Conformity no: 0082/1363/160/06/19/0712
delivered by:
APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS No 0082
8 rue Jean-Jacques Vernazza
Z.A.C. Saumaty-Séon - BP 193 -
13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 - France
is submitted to the article 19c (module C2) of the regulation (EU) 2016/425, under the supervision of the notified body:
APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS No 0082
8 rue Jean-Jacques Vernazza
Z.A.C. Saumaty-Séon - BP 193 -
13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16 – France
Produced at: GRANBY, Québec Canada, October 31, 2019
_________________________________________
Michael Parker
Quality Manager

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INTRODUCTION
CAUTION
The XTIRPA system is part of a personal protection equipment system with fall protection,
an d o󰀨e rs a solution f or the entr y, res cue and pos it ioning of p er sonel an d goods in iso lati on.
The user must read, understand and follow the manual’s instructions for each of the entire
XTIRPA system’s components and parts. These instructions must be communicated to
the XTIRPA system user. The manufacturer’s instructions must be followed to ensure
the appropriate use and maintenance of this product. Any modication or misuse of the
XTIRPA system or any of its components or parts, or any failure to follow the manual’s
instructions may lead to serious injury or death, for which the manufacturer refuses any
warranty or responsibility, the user, owner and buyer of the XTIRPA system waiving any
arising claim, right and remedy against the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT: The buyer must imperatively complete and return the limited warranty
registration card.
The XTIRPA system was engineered for those needing a personal protection equipment system,
fall protection, and o󰀨ers a solution for the entry, rescue and positionning of personel and goods
in isolation. The XTIRPA system was engineered to act as a supporting or anchoring structure
for these uses. The XTIRPA system is one of the lightest and most ergonomic systems in its
category on the market, thanks to its design and use of a technologically-advanced composite.
The XTIRPA system is in compliance with OSHA and CSA standards. The equipment has been
tested in accordance with the applicable EN 795 standard’s requirements: 2012 Type A and Type
E.
Always make this Instruction and Safety Manual available to any worker who needs to use the
XTIRPA system.
Before each use, the user must read, understand and follow the manufacturer’s Instruction and
Safety Manual.
Always keep information and safety labels a󰀩xed to the XTIRPA system and its components and
keep clean and legible at all times. Clean or replace if necessary. New labels can be obtained
upon request.
Implement a regular training program on the use of the XTIRPA system for all users, whether new
or experienced, as recommended hereinafter in this Instruction and Safety Manual. Implement a
detailed inspection program for the XTIRPA system and document the results, as recommended
below in this Instruction and Safety Manual. Always inspect the XTIRPA system before each use
and at least once per year.
The XTIRPA system, its components and parts carry labels indicating the maximum capacity of
each. Exceeding this maximum capacity may not only result in damage to the XTIRPA system,
its components or parts, but may also lead to serious injury or death, for which the manufacturer
declines any warranty or responsibility, the user, owner and buyer of the XTIRPA system waiving
any arising claim, right and remedy against the manufacturer.
The XTIRPA XLT mast system/davit 4.6 m (15 ft) to 7.6 m (25 ft) x 1.83 m (6 ft) for PPE IN-
8020, includes the following components: IN-5039 (mast/davit). IN-5040 (oor base), A5039-

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12 and IN-5040 (counterweight base), A5039-16 (individual counterweight) in compliance with
document number MU8020-002ENG rev02.
APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS, Headquarters: 8 rue Jean-Jacques Vernazza - ZAC Saumaty-
Séon-CS 60193 - 13322 MARSEILLE CEDEX 16, is the notied body concerned by the design
phase and the notied body concerned by the control phase from production.
DESCRIPTION AND MEANING
OF MARKING SYMBOLS
This symbol is used to attract the user’s attention to a potential danger. The latter’s
safety is at risk. It is essential to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
This symbol requires the user to read and understand this product’s operating
manual before using it.
This symbol indicates that the system must be used by one user only.
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APPLICATION
The X TIR PA sys tem an d its many c o mpo nen ts and par ts (in clu din g dav it, ba se a nd c ounte r we ights)
were engineered to be used as part of a personal protection equipment system, fall protection and
o󰀨ers a solution for the entry, rescue and positioning of personel and goods in isolation. The
XTIRPA system was engineered to act as a supporting or anchoring structure for these uses.

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RESTRICTIONS
a) CAPACITY: This product’s maximum weight capacity is 360 lbs (164 kg). Per (OSHA, CSA).
b) The manufacturer conrms that the anchoring devices have been subjected to tests in
accordance with the current European standard (EN 795: 2012 Type A, Type B and Type E and
regulation 2016/425) and that, unless otherwise indicated, they are suitable for use by one
person only with a shock absorber compliant with EN 355.
c) PRECAUTIONS: The necessary precautions must be taken to limit any injury to the user and
damage to the XTIRPA system.
d) Using the XTIRPA system in hazardous environments may require additional precautions to
be taken in order to limit the possibility of injury to the user or damage to the XTIRPA system.
Hazards may include but are not limited to: high temperatures, re, ames, fumes, caustic
chemical products, corrosive environments, high voltage electrical cables, sudden pressure
changes, gas or toxic or explosive substances, water or risk of ooding, risk of collapse of
any wall, ceiling or oor, mobile machinery and sharp objects
CAUTION: The system should be used on a surface that does not contain contamination
such as: oil, grease, or other products that could make the system unstable.
CAUTION: The system should be used on a surface that does not contain contamination
such as: oil, grease, or other products that could make the system unstable.
e) Install and secure all signage and other security precautions and safety measures, including
but not limited to, those informing users, passersby and vehicle operators circulating nearby
of the XTIRPA system’s presence and workers before commencing work.
f) Wear any appropriate, certied and recommended safety equipment, including but not
limited to, safety helmets, protective glasses, leather gloves, protective clothing, safety boots,
EN 361-compliant harness, ashlight and breathing apparatus if necessary.
CAUTION: The equipment must not be used beyond its limitations or for any purpose other
than those for which it was originally intended.
CAUTION: The equipment must only be used by trained and competent personnel in order
for this product to be used safely.
g) Always work in teams of at least two (2) people: 1 partner and 1 person working in the
conned space (who is attached to the cable or lifeline), both of whom must be qualied
and trained in using the XTIRPA system and who are required to have read and understood
the Instruction and Safety Manual before using the XTIRPA system. One person works
inside the conned space (the person attached to the cable or lifeline) and the other (the
partner) is in charge of handling the lifeline and rewinding it, whilst maintaining contact with
the person located inside and remaining available in case of emergency. The partner must
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is in the correct position at all times. The partner must also ensure that the XTIRPA system
is rmly in place and that no imbalance of the load is possible.
IMPORTANT: During installation of the system, it is important to ensure its stability.
h) Only use a full-body harness compliant with EN 361 as well as certied cables and lifelines
for every user of the XTIRPA system, which meet the appropriate specications, designed
and recommended for use in specialized working conditions, such as those for which the
XTIRPA system was engineered, as indicated in this Instruction and Safety Manual.
IMPORTANT: When used as PPE, the system must be equipped with a device limiting the
dynamic forces exerted on the user to a maximum of 6 kN (1320 LbF).
i) Work must be planned before commencing. Have available the required equipment,
procedures and personnel to carry out the work, who must be qualied and trained in using
the XTIRPA system and must have read and understood this Instruction and Safety Manual
before using the XTIRPA system.
j) Always keep information and safety labels a󰀩xed to the XTIRPA system, its components
and parts clean and legible at all times. Clean or replace if necessary. New labels can be
obtained upon request.
IMPORTANT: If the anchoring device’s markings cannot be accessed after installation,
additional markings located near the anchoring device are recommended.
CAUTION: Any alteration or addition to the equipment must not be carried out without the
manufacturer’s prior written consent, and any repairs must be performed in accordance
with the manufacturer’s operating procedures.
CAUTION: It is agreed and accepted that the use of the equipment (system) is limited
to one person only.
k) Follow all the laws, regulations and standards that cover working in, entering and exiting a
conned space.
l) Any person who has not read the Instruction and Safety Manual, who has not been trained
to use the XTIRPA system and who does not understand all the instructions concerning
the operation, safety, maintenance, reparation and storage contained within this Instruction
and Safety Manual, and any other recommendations provided by the Manufacturer or
its qualied instructors, is not qualied to use the XTIRPA system, does so at their own
risk and doing so, waives all arising claims, rights and remedy against the Manufacturer.
m) Make sure to adhere to all requirements related to the anchoring device (such as the oor
adapter, wall adapter, encasing, etc.) or to the structure chosen to serve as an anchoring
point, and in particular, the minimum required resistance, adequacy and position.
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n) The maximum force applied by the system on the structure is a vertical force of 22 kN (5000 lbf),
per CSA, ANSI, OSHA or 12kN per EN362, EN795 CE on the anchorage to which the system
is xed.
CAUTION: Installation must be checked appropriately, for example, through calculations
or tests.
CAUTION: The suitability of the base materials, structural anchor or xing component,
if any, must be considered by taking into account the loads registered on the anchoring
device during dynamic resistance and integrity tests.
o) A safety plan must be established in order to face any emergency that could arise during use.
CAUTION: The XTIRPA system must be placed on a hard and level surface. Do not use
the XTIRPA system on soft ground, such as, but not limited to, sand, grass, gravel and
pebbles. If you have questions related to the use, maintenance or suitability of the XTIRPA
system for your operations, please contact the manufacturer, PSP INNOVA INC.
CAUTION: To ensure safety during the use of the fall arrest system, it is essential to make
sure that there is enough clearance below the user, so as to avoid any injury. If any fall
were to occur, there should be enough clearance to avoid a collision between the ground
and any other obstacle. See the diagram of the air draft calculation in section 8.

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REQUIREMENTS OF THE XTIRPA SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: If you have any questions related to the use, maintenance or suitability of the
XTIRPA system for your operations, please contact the manufacturer, PSP INNOVA INC.
IMPORTANT: Enter the product’s ID number indicated on the ID label on the maintenance
and inspection sheet contained in this Instruction and Safety Manual.
IMPORTANT: Enter the date of purchase as well as the date of the rst use on the
maintenance and inspection sheet contained in this Instruction and Safety Manual.
IMPORTANT: In the event that a handling/positioning winch is required, this option
is available with the addition of an adaptor located at the base of the devit arm. Steps
10-11-12 to install the lifeline/winch must then be repeated. If you have questions related
to the use, maintenance or suitability of the XTIRPA system for your operations, please
contact the manufacturer, PSP INNOVA INC.
a) The XTIRPA system is part of a personal protection equipment system with fall protection, and
o󰀨ers a solution for the entry, rescue and positioning of personel and goods in isolation. The
XTIRPA system was engineered to act as a supporting or anchoring structure for these uses.
The XTIRPA system must only be used with adaptors, anchors, connectors (EN 362), other
components, par ts or sub-systems certi ed, approved and recommended by the manufacturer.
CAUTION: It is imperative that this system is never used for handling both personnel and
equipment at the same time.
b) The substitution or replacement of any adaptors, anchors, connectors (EN 362), other
components, parts or sub-systems may be incompatible, may jeopardize the security and
reliability of the entire XTIRPA system and may lead to serious injury or death, for which
the manufacturer refuses any warranty or responsibility, the user, owner and buyer of the
XTIRPA system waiving any arising claim, right and remedy against the manufacturer.
c) The connectors (EN362) (hooks, snap hooks, D-rings) must be able to withstand a minimum
load of 5000 lb (2273 kg) (CSA, OSHA).
d) Ensure that the cable or lifeline is placed directly above the working area. Only use cables or
lifelines that are certied and in perfect working order, meeting the appropriate specications,
including the maximum lifting capacity for the XTIRPA system’s intended use.The owners
must ensure that, before each use, each XTIRPA system’s user has read, understood and
shall follow the manufacturer’s Instruction and Safety Manual.
e) The owners must also ensure that each user has been trained to use the XTIRPA system,
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f) Any person who has not read the Instruction and Safety Manual, who has not been trained to
use the XTIRPA system and who does not understand all operation and safety instructions is
not qualied to use the XTIRPA system. Any user who has not undergone training exposes
others and themselves to serious injury or death, for which the manufacturer refuses any
warranty or responsibility, the user, owner and buyer of the XTIRPA system waiving any
arising claim, right and remedy against the manufacturer.
g) Refer to and follow all OSHA and CSA standards or other standards and local regulations.
Follow all requirements of your local regulations regarding your operations.
h) See other important operating and safety instructions contained below in the Instruction and
Safety Manual.
i) Enough information must be provided to ensure the compatibility of the equipment’s various
components when assembled as a system.
CAUTION: A potential danger may exist when several items are used together, whose
safety features may a󰀨ect or interfere with each other.
CAUTION: If the product is resold outside of the rst destination country, it is essential for
the user’s safety that the reseller provides the user guide, instructions for maintenance,
for periodic examination, as well as instructions for repairs in the language of the country
where the product shall be used. It is also important to provide any required additional
information specic to the equipment.
CAUTION: Any person su󰀨ering from any medical conditions that may a󰀨ect the user’s
safety during normal use of the equipment or in case of emergency must refrain from using
the system.
j) The service life of the XTIRPA system, and its components, shall be determined following
the conclusion of periodic and monthly checks which determine whether the product shall
remain in service, until the system is decommissioned.
CAUTION: If the system has been used in arresting a fall, it should no longer be used until
a qualied person authorizes its reuse in writing.
WARNING: The safety of the user is directly linked to the e󰀩ciency of the equipment’s
maintenance and integrity.
l) Always ensure that the system is level using a spirit level.

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MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS/STORAGE
a) Before each use, the user must read, understand and follow the manufacturer’s Instruction
and Safety Manual. Ensure that markings are visible at all times.
b) Before each use, carefully inspect the XTIRPA system, as well as all of its components and
parts. Any faulty parts or components could result in serious injury or even death.
c) OSHA and CSA require a regular inspection program of any entry/rescue equipment for
use in conned spaces, as well as keeping the documented results of these inspections up
to date. Use the maintenance and inspection sheets included in this Instruction and Safety
Manual to document your results.
d) It is recommended that the next or latest inspection date be marked on the anchoring device.
e) Decommission the XTIRPA system if a problem is discovered or if it is found to be unsafe or
faulty during inspection. Return to an authorized service center or manufacturer for repair.
f) The replacement of components and parts, as well as all services and repairs must be performed
by an authorized service center, approved by the manufacturer or by the manufacturer itself.
g) Establish an annual inspection procedure to be performed by a qualied person (someone who
is familiar with, has undergone training and has read and understood this Instruction and Safety
Manual completely) other than the user.
CAUTION: A periodic inspection must be performed at least once every twelve months.
h) Clean the davit and base periodically with water and a mild detergent. Clean lab els when necessar y.
i) When dismantling mobile systems, it is important to lay them gently on the ground, in order
to prevent damaging the components.
j) Store the XTIRPA system in a dry and clean place, away from direct sunlight. Avoid areas
where fumes or substances are present, or chemical or toxic environments. Do not immerse
in or leave in direct contact with water as this could lead to corrosion and the formation of
rust. Inspect the XTIRPA system after every prolonged storage period and at least once a
month.
k) The XTIRPA System was engineered to last for more than 10 years in continuous service.
However, the service life of the XTIRPA system and its components, shall be determined
following the conclusions of periodic and monthly checks which determine whether the
product shall remain in service, until the system is decommissioned.
l) Each component of the XTIRPA system should be stored in a separate bag to facilitate
transport and handling.