MSA SURETYMAN SRS15 Installation instructions

(OPTIONAL)
Left-Handed Ascender
Carabiner
Lower
Anti-Reversing
Doub e Pu ey
Securing
Rope
c/w
Carabiner
Right Handed
Ascender
(Standard)
Upper
Anti-Reversing
Doub e Pu ey
Carabiner
Suretyman
7/16"
(11 mm) Static
Kernmant e
Rope
Storage
Bag
MSA SURETYMAN® RESCUE UTILITY
SYSTEM P/N SRS15
Please read this manual.
This information is vital to your safety.
Ref #: SRUS001 DATE: 07/07/03
Application, Operation, Maintenance & In pection
In truction Manual
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THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE
PROVIDED TO THE USER.
MANAGEMENT AND USER
MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS; FAILURE
TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
The MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System
is a manually operated man rated raisin and
lowerin system. It has been desi ned as a
rescue system, however it works equally well
as a work positionin device and for use as
a tool for confined space rescue or work
positionin . The MSA Suretyman Rescue
Utility System can be used by a rescuer or
worker to position themself, or to raise and
lower another worker/rescuer. The system
has been desi ned to be capable of liftin or
lowerin a two person load, 600 lb. (272 k ).
The MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System
is available with two different rope confi ura-
tions. It is available in 7/16 inch (11 mm)
rope or can be special ordered with 1/2"
(12 mm) rope. The system is pre-ri ed and
is ready for use strai ht out of the ba . The
MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System is
confi ured into a 4:1 mechanical advanta e
raisin system. This ives the operator the
ability to raise the loads easily and efficiently
with a minimum of effort. The packa ed
system remains small enou h for easy
transport.
Application
Function
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MSA Safety 10079633 Suretyman Rescue Utility System 800 Ft.
MSA Safety 10033360 Suretyman Rescue Utility System 600 Ft.
MSA Safety SRS15400 Suretyman Rescue Utility System 400 Ft.
MSA Safety SRS15300 Suretyman Rescue Utility System 300 Ft.

Carabiners (3)
Replacement Part: SRCA455
Description: Pear shaped autolockin
Material: Hi h stren th aluminum
Wei ht: 4 oz (115 )
Stren th: 6744 lb (30 kN)
Optional NFPA 1993-1995 class "G" Carabiners
Replacement Part: SRCC642
Description: Pear shaped autolockin
Material: Carbon steel, zinc plated
Wei ht: 11 oz (311 )
Stren th: 12364 lb (55 kN)
Rope
Replacement Part: SRP544000
Description: 7/16 " (11 mm)
low stretch static rope
Material: Nylon
Wei ht: 1.8 oz/ft (115 /m)
Stren th: 6000 lbs (27 kN)
Optional NFPA 1993 2 person rope
Replacement Part: TBA
Description: 1/2 " (12.7 mm)
low stretch static rope
Material: Nylon
Wei ht: TBA
Stren th: TBA
Upper and Lower Anti-Reversing Double Pulley
Description: 4" (100 mm) double pulley with Patent
Pendin anti-reversin sheaves
Material: Hi h rade anodized aluminum
Wei ht: 1.8 lb (840 )
Stren th: 11,200 lb (49 kN)
Right handed ascender
Replacement Part: SRP220
Description: Rope ascender
with lar e hand rip/handle
Material: Hi h rade aluminum
with steel cam assembly
Wei ht: 24 oz (660 ) with securin rope
Stren th: 2500 lb (11 kN)
Anchor Sling
Replacement Part: SFP22674-04
Description: 4' x 1" (122 cm x 2.54 cm)
tube slin with wear sleeve
Material: Tubular nylon
Stren th: 6048 lb (27 kN)
Carrying and Storage Bag
Replacement Part: SRB4460
Description: Waterproof carryin and
stora e dryba
Material: Rubber coated nylon
Capacity: System with 400 ft (122 m)
of 7/16" (11 mm) rope
Standard Rope Len th: 200 ft (66 m)
Maximum Rope Len th: 600 ft (200 m)
Standard Wei ht: 17 lb (7.7 k )
When a load is lowered the sheaves of the patent pendin Anti-Reversin pulleys lock. This friction/brakin action allows
the operator to hold or lower a load with very little effort. The MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System only requires a
force of approximately 10 lb (4.5 k ) to hold a 220 lb (100 k ) load. The friction caused by the brakin action of the
pulleys sheaves also makes the task of lowerin a load in control an easy one.
To provide an added safety feature the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System also comes with an attached MSA
Suretyman Ascender. The MSA Suretyman Ascender is attached to the operatin rope of the system and makes
the rippin of the rope more secure. The MSA Suretyman Ascender is also secured to the operator with the attached
securin rope and carabiner. Should the operatin rope be accidentally released, the MSA Suretyman Ascender
assembly will keep the load from fallin out of control and will stop the load.
The MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System is very versatile. It can be used by one person to raise and lower themself
or can be used by an operator to raise and lower a two person load 600 lb (272 k ).
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Function..continued
The standard MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System consists of:
Specifications
System specifications:
Rated Capacity for Personnel: 600 lb. (272 k )
Rated Capacity for Materials: 600 lb. (272 k )
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Fall protection must be used with the MSA Suretyman Rescue
Utility System durin all work positionin and/or trainin sessions.
This independent back-up fall arrest system must meet all
applicable local re ulations. One of the most suitable fall protection
systems to use with the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System
is a vertical lifeline used with a fall arrestor and inte ral lanyard
(FIG. 2). The user must be familiar with the use of this equipment
and it's limitations. Follow all the manufacturers instructions. In
the unlikely event that the primary anchor fails, the system fails,
or the system is operated incorrectly, the fall protection system
must be capable of arrestin the suspended person's fall.
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Fall Protection
Prior to use, the user should en a e in practical trainin in a safe environment conducted by a qualified instructor/supervisor.
Durin trainin and all work positionin , the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System must be used with an independently
anchored fall arrest system in accordance with applicable local work re ulations. The only exception to this would be
when the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System is bein used by a fully trained user durin an actual emer ency
rescue/evacuation.
Operating Instructions
The user is responsible for selectin an appropriate anchor point. The anchor
shall be unquestionably stron and shall be able to support a minimum of
5000 lb (22 kN). The anchor should be chosen so that when the MSA
Suretyman Rescue Utility System is mounted, the rope is allowed to travel
and be handled without obstruction. For best work results select an anchor
directly over workin area or over the openin to be entered and/or exited.
(FIG 1.)
The MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System is to be connected to the
anchor point usin the carabiner attached to the upper anti-reversin double
pulley. An optional anchor slin may be used to attach the system to appro-
priate super structure to create an anchor. To open the autolockin carabiner,
hold carabiner with the spine in the palm of the hand, use thumb and
forefin er to rotate sleeve 1/4 turn clockwise and pull back ate with the
thumb and forefin er. Insert the jaw of the carabiner over or throu h the
anchor or anchora e connector and release the ate, the carabiner will
close and lock automatically. Check to ensure that the carabiner ate is
closed and locked.
Anchor Selection
FIG. 1 FIG. 2
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Attaching the Ascender with Securing Rope
The load (maximum 600 lb/272 k ) can be attached to the system usin the carabiner attached to the lower anti-reversin
double pulley. To open the autolockin carabiner, hold carabiner with the spine in the palm of the hand, use thumb and
forefin er to rotate sleeve 1/4 turn clockwise and pull back ate with the thumb and forefin er. Insert the jaw of the
carabiner throu h the attachment point of the load and release the ate, the carabiner will close and lock automatically.
Check to ensure that the carabiner ate is closed and locked (FIG. a).
No person or load should be attached or suspended from the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility
System until the ascender is attached to the operating rope (free rope) and the securing rope is
attached to the operator or secure immovable object.
WARNING
Attach securin rope to the harness of the operator or to an immovable object (FIG. 3). Hold MSA Suretyman Ascender
by the handle, use your thumb to pull down on the safety latch and pull the cam assembly fully open. The safety latch
will hold the cam assembly in the fully open position (FIG. 4). Lay the operatin rope (free rope) into the channel of the
MSA Suretyman Ascender (FIG. 5). Release the safety latch with your thumb. This will close the cam assembly onto
the rope (FIG. 6).
The MSA Suretyman Ascender serves two purposes when used with the system. It provides a convenient method
of rippin the rope when pullin /haulin or holdin the line. The handle is lar e enou h to accommodate heavy loves
or mitts and can be used with both hands (FIG. 7).
When the MSA Suretyman Ascender is attached to the operator or immovable object it acts as a brake or safety stop.
Should the operatin rope be accidentally released the load will only descend the len th of the securin rope. The load
will not be "dropped" or allowed to "free fall", because the securin rope and MSA Suretyman Ascender will stop the
descent (FIG. 8). The MSA Suretyman Ascender must be attached to the operatin rope and the securin rope
attached to the operator or immovable object before operatin the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility System.
Attaching The Load to the Suretyman Rescue Utility System
FIG. b
FIG. a
If a person is to be suspended from the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility
System they must be wearin an approved full body harness or be
suspended in an appropriate rescue slin or stretcher (FIG. b).
FIG. 3 FIG. 7 FIG. 8FIG. 4 FIG. 5 FIG. 6
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To raise the load, rip the MSA
Suretyman Ascender with both
hands and pull down (note: to avoid
fati ue, use body wei ht, don't just
rely on upper body stren th to pull
the rope). Grasp the rope below the
ascender and hold the rope. Slide
the ascender further up the rope to
reset for the next pull.Repeat the
process until the load has been
raised to the desired hei ht.
(FIGs 9, 10, 11)
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Lowering (Controlled Descent) of the Load
Raising (Lifting) The Load
To lower the load, rasp the
operatin rope below the MSA
Suretyman Ascender. Pull the cam
assembly back from the operatin
rope with your thumb. While holdin
the cam assembly off the operatin
rope with your thumb, allow the
operatin rope to slide throu h the
hand holdin the rope below the
ascender. The operator can easily
control the rate of descent by
controllin the speed with which the
rope is allowed to slide throu h the
hand holdin the operatin rope.
Releasin the rip on the MSA
Suretyman Ascender will stop
the lowerin . (FIGs 12, 13, 14.)
The MSA Suretyman Rescue
Utility System can be used by the
operator to raise and lower themself
for work positionin or rescue. The
operator can also use the system
to raise or lower an independent load
for rescue or work positionin .
FIG. 9 FIG. 11FIG. 10
FIG. 12 FIG. 14FIG. 13
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Design Statements
Inspection
1. Shock loadin should be avoided at all costs, however,
the system has been desi ned to have a lar e
stren th safety mar in. In the event of shock loadin ,
dama e to the rope is likely and any rope subjected
to shock loadin must be removed from service.
2. Use only equipment included with the MSA
SuretymanRescue Utility System or MSA approved
accessories. If this warnin is i nored by the end user,
the user and the users mana ement accepts all liability.
3. Reduction of the rope stren th can result from
sharp ed es, overloadin , shock loadin and/or
incorrect stora e. Care of the rope is critical to avoid
dama e to the rope which could reatly reduce
system stren th.
4. The system should be used as supplied by the
manufacturer. Only qualified individuals are to re-ri
or re-rope the MSA Suretyman Rescue Utility
System.
5. A small force of approximately 7 % is all that is
required to hold or lower a load usin the MSA
Suretyman Rescue Utility System. Should the rope
become heavily soiled this friction could increase.
A sli htly soiled or wet rope should not effect the
systems function, however if the rope becomes
extremely soiled the MSA SuretymanRescue Utility
System may become inoperable. Always try to keep
the rope clean and dry to avoid any unwanted
increases in friction.
1. The MSA Rescue Utility System shall be inspected by
the user prior to each installation, and additionally by
a competent person other than the user at intervals of
not more than one year. Inspections of the rope must
be recorded in the Inspection Checklist.
2. When inspection reveals defects, dama e, or
inadequate maintenance of any component in the
system, the component affected shall be removed from
service and under o adequate corrective maintenance
before return to service. Removal from service may
imply that defects or dama e will result in retirin and
replacin some components.
3. Remove a unit from service if any of the components
fall into a cata ory below:
 markin s (labels) are ille ible or absent;
 there is evidence of excessive wear or dama e to
the rope;
 there is evidence of defects or dama e to hardware
elements includin cracks, sharp ed es, deformation,
corrosion, chemical attack, excessive heatin ,
alteration or excessive wear;
 there is evidence of improper function, improper fit
or alteration of any mechanical component;
 there are parts missin .
4. MSA or persons or entities authorized in writin by the
manufacturer, shall make repairs to equipment. No
unauthorized repairs and/or modifications are allowed.
Procedure
1. Inspect the system prior to use and each time the
system is moved to a new anchor location. Look for
evidence of cuts, wear, frayin , rease, oil, lue, tar,
or any other conditions which could affect the
performance of the controller or stren th of the pulleys.
Inspect shrink seal and thimble on both ends of rope
for dama e. If shrink seal is missin , knot may have
been tampered with.
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arnings
Maintenance and Storage
1. Maintenance and stora e of equipment shall be
conducted by the users or anization in accordance
with MSA instructions. Unique issues, which may arise
due to conditions of use, shall be addressed with MSA.
2. Equipment which is in need of or scheduled for
maintenance shall be ta ed as do not use and
removed from service.
3. Store in a clean dry area free from excessive heat,
steam, sunli ht, harmful fumes, corrosive a ents and
rodents.
4. Periodically lubricate carabiner ate with a li ht
oil. Remove excess oil to avoid contamination.
Do not make any modification to the device. Consult
Surety Manufacturing and Testing Ltd. for special
applications and uses.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE PROVIDED TO THE USER. MANAGEMENT AND USER MUST READ
AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS; FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH.
Do not use knots unless tied and sealed by
manufacturer. Knots will decrease the stren th of
the rope and may inadvertently release if not tied
correctly.
The entire len th of rope must be free of tar, lue,
tape, knottin , pillin , twists or anythin which may
prevent it from movin throu h the pulleys.
Ensure carabiner ates are closed and locked
before use. Clothin or webbin may et cau ht
in the ate and prevent it from closin completely.
A carabiner loaded with the ate partially or fully
open can fail at values well below the rated stren th.
Use only approved rope with the system.
Protect the rope from sharp or abrupt ed es. Rope
stren th will be seriously reduced or rope may fail.
Use approved anchor points which meet local
overnment re ulations.
Do not make any modifications to the device.
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Inspection Checklist
NOTES:
Location
Date
Inspected By
Quantity Description
Rope
Shrink Seal
Thimble
Carabiners
Lower Pulley
Upper Pulley
Ascender
Ascender Rope Thimble
Ascender Rope
Ascender Carabiner
Ascender Shrink Seal
len th
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
Comments
Good Damaged, worn, altered Missing Remove from service
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