PREISING PASA I Series User manual

Instructions for use for Preising full body harnesses type tested
according to EN 361 series PASA
These instructions for use have been created and are valid for English speaking countries. Any person
who forwards this Preising product to another country or to another person is responsible for forwarding
these instructions for use in the respective language. This person shall be liable for any damages
arising from noncompliance with this legal obligation. Preising can supply the instructions for use only in
the relative language of a country that the client has used for the order (language of the order =
language of the instructions for use).
General Information
Any user shall use the full body harness that has been adjusted to his/her personal measures. This full
body harness shall be assigned to him/her personally.
It is very important to put on the full body harness correctly, therefore, read these instructions for use
very carefully before using your full body harness.
The proper and designated use of the full body harness is very important, therefore, read these
instructions for use carefully before using your full body harness.
In compliance with any legal and other official rules and regulations, before using the equipment it must
be ensured that the user is physically suitable and has received instructions on all relevant safety rules
and regulations with regard to the use of personal protective equipment against falls from a height. The
user must wear protective clothing suitable and appropriate for the work.
The series PASA I (1), PASA III (3) and PASA V (5) are equipped only with shoulder straps and leg
straps with integrated fall arrest attachment element on the back and/or front.
PASA I (1) PASA V (5) PASA 51 PASA II (2) PASA X (10)
The series PASA II (2), PASA IV (4), PASA X (10), PASA 51 are furthermore equipped with a waist belt
with integrated attachment elements for work positioning or restraint (=work positioning harness),
optional attachment element for guided type fall arrester and D-rings to attach belt pouches (not for
PASA IV(4) for the transportation of material.

Legend for full body harnesses made by Preising:
1. Fall arrest attachment element on the back
2. Fall arrest attachment element on the front
3. Attachment element for guided type fall arrester
EN 353-1 (not for all models)
4. Attachment elements for work positioning (not for
all models)
a) Adjustment vertical shoulder straps
b) Adjustment leg straps
c) chest buckle (not for all models)
d) Adjustment and buckle of work positioning
harness (not for all models)
Upon special client request individual
models can be manufactured and delivered
without attachment element on the back
(e.g. for skylifts).
In this case straps are still crossed over on
the back!
The model PASA IV (4) can be equipped with
waist belt and attachment element No. 3 (for
guided type fall arrester), but without
restraint attachment element No. 4.

This fall arrest attachment element of type Amay be used in connection with
(1) hinged guided type fall arresters in accordance with EN 353-2
(2) guided type fall arresters in accordance with EN 353-2
(3) lanyards EN 354 with energy absorber
(4) rectractable type fall arresters EN 360
(5a) band energy absorbers EN 355
(5b) friction energy absorbers EN 355
(6) abseilingr devices EN 341, also with integrated rescue function
in accordance with EN 1496 or specific rescue devices in accordance with EN 1496.
Always observe the instructions for use for any personal protective equipment which
is used together with the Preising full body harnesses, in particular the given
minimum distances to danger areas as well as the safety instructions!
Fall arrest equipment as per EN 353-2, connectors with energy absorber as per EN
354, energy absorbers as per EN 355 and retractable type fall arresters as per EN
360 require e.g.
- defined minimum clearances below the user between the underlying danger area
- anchor points with defined position in relation to the user (e.g. above) with
instructions and restrictions e.g. regarding horizontal or inclined use.
The full arrest attachment element characterized with A/2 consists of 2 belt loops
which must always be connected with the included karabiners as per EN 362 in order
to form a functional full arrest attachment element. This functional unit may be used
in connection with
(7) fall arrest equipment EN 353-1 – „guided-type fall arresters“
(1) hinged guided type fall arresters in accordance with EN 353-2
(2) guided type fall arresters in accordance with EN 353-2
(3) lanyards EN 354 with energy absorber
(4) rectractable type fall arresters EN 360
(5a) band energy absorbers EN 355
(5b) friction energy absorbers EN 355
(6) abseiling devices EN 341, also with integrated rescue function
in accordance with EN 1496 or respective rescue devices in accordance with EN
1496.
Always observe the instructions for use for this equipment used together with the
Preising full body harnesses, in particular the respective safety instructions.
Fall arrest equipment as per EN 353-2, connectors with energy absorber as per EN
354, energy absorbers as per EN 355 and retractable type fall arresters as per EN
360 require e.g.
- defined minimum clearances below the user
- anchor points with defined position in relation to the user (e.g. above) with
instructions and restrictions e.g. regarding horizontal or inclined use.
The integrated work positioning or restraint attachment elements without rear support
(e.g. PASA IV (4) or with rear support (e.g. PASA II (2), PASA X (10), PASA 51 my
be used only in connection with 8work positioning ropes EN 358 or lanyards with
energy absorber EN 354 (design in accordance with figure 8) which are suitable for
the joint use of both work positioning attachment elements (= work positioning ropes)
- can be adjusted so that a free fall is limited to at maximum 0.5 m.
Work positioning rings are not suitable for fall arrest purposes!
One-sided use of a work-positioning ring is not permitted!
All Preising full body harnesses with integrated work positioning or restraint rings can
be equipped with an attachment element for guided type fall arrester (no upgrades –
available only when manufacturing).
These attachment elements for guided type fall arresters may only be used in
connection with 7fall arrest equipment in accordance with EN 353-1, so called
guided type fall arresters.
Attachment possibilities for belt pouches are limited to models with attachment
elements for work positioning and rear support (e.g. PASA X (10), PASA II (2),
PASA 51.
Design features and proper and designated use of the full body harnesses
Fall arrest attachment
element on the back A
Front mounted fall arrest
attachment element A/2
Attachment possibilities for belt pouches are only available with models with
restraint function and rear support (e.g. PASA X (10), PASA II (2), PASA 51.

How to put on the full body harness
Prior to each use, a visual inspection of the full body harness must be carried out in order to ensure its impeccable
condition. Particular attention should be made regarding the following: cuts, wear, damage due to heat, chemicals and
similar, undamaged seams and fittings (no corrosion, no mechanical deformation or cuts as well as inspection regarding
impeccable function). Check the impeccable function of the karabiners as per EN 362 which are included in the scope of
supply of the full body harness, i.e. snap safety catch closes without problem and clicks in completely, the locking screw
element can be operated smoothly and correctly, self-locking twist fasteners and Trilock fasteners latch in completely as
envisaged and lock impeccably.
All fasteners are free from any contamination which might impair their function.
Damaged full body harnesses must not be used, also not when there are doubts regarding their safe condition Îpass on
to a competent person or to the manufacturer for inspection (address see page 1 of these instructions for use)!
Only use original parts made by Preising!
A full body harness which has been used for an arrest fall, must be immediately put out of service and sent to the
manufacturer for inspection (address see page 1 of these instructions for use)!
Your full body harness is supplied with the following documentation:
1. Identity card indicating manufacturer, serial number, model, date of being put into service (to be filled in by the user) etc.
2. These instructions for use.
Both documents must be stored carefully and should be available at all time.
Alternative solutions are within the responsibility of the company.
Remove the full body harness from
the packaging, hold it at the shoulder
straps so that the harness is
completely spread out.
Open the leg straps amd put on
the full body harness by placing
the shoulder straps over the
shoulders as shown
Fix the full body harness by
closing first the front chest
buckle (if available for the
respective model).
Then close the leg straps. And finally the waist belt.
If your model is equipped with a fall arrest
attachment element on the front, both belt loops
must be connected using a karabiner as per EN
362. Make sure that the snap safety catch has
been closed according to the instructions!

Operation of the various fittings
The plastic snap buckle
consists of 2 parts - fit together
until both latch in.
Fasteners with friction buckles:
Guide the loose strap end
through the friction buckle from
the backside, insert between
the movable part and the fixed
end of the strap and pull to the
front.
Now, guide the strap end which
has been pulled to the front,
around the movable part and
reinsert to the back.
Finally, pull tightly.
Metal snap buckle: Place both
ends into each other until they
latch. View of the closed and tightly
adjusted snap buckle of the waist
belt.
Compact snap buckle: Place
both ends into each other until
they latch. View of the closed and tightly
adjusted snap buckle of the
waist belt.
Tighten with the buckle closed by
pulling the free strap end, loosen
only in the open condition (pull at
the buckle).
For changing the strap length:
Open the buckle, hold at right-
angles and pull at the strap end
(to tighten) or at the buckle (to
loosen).
loosen
fasten
Pass-thru buckles:
Insert the smaller frame from
the back through the larger one.
Then, pull tightly (to tighten) at
the free strap end; loosen only
in the open condition (pull at
the frame).

Open the compact snap buckle:
Press simultaneously both
release levers and pull the other
buckle half in direction of the
arrows.
Fasteners with friction buckles in the
leg area: Guide the loose strap end
through the friction buckle from the
backside, insert between the
movable part and the fixed end of the
strap and pull to the front.
Now, guide the strap end which
has been pulled to the front,
around the movable part and
reinsert to the back. Finally, pull
tightly.
Front mounted fall arrest
attachment element:
The right and left strap loops are
connected with each other by
means of a karabiner as per EN
362 – then close the safety
mechanism on the snap safety
catch according to the
instructions!
Leg strap snap buckle PASA 51:
The two black snap buckle parts
must be placed on to the pegs of
the silver part such that they latch
in.
PASA 51:
Adjust waist belt more tightly/
Tighten waist belt: position both
frames at a right-angle and pull
tightly the loose strap end.
PASA 51:
Loosen waist belt: position
both frames at a right-angle
and pull back the loose strap
end.

Leg straps horizontal on the thighs.
Safety and risk instructions to be observed after the full body harness has been put on
The leg straps are adjusted
correctly when it is possible
to place only the flat of one
hand underneath.
much too loose! not cool!
Danger to life The sit strap is
underneath the
buttocks.
Attention: Leg straps put on
incorrectly!
Readjust according to the
previous explanations!0
Shoulder straps
adjusted too
tightly – risk of
injury and
tiredness!
Readjust
according to the
previous
explanations!
Pull straps in direction of the arrows and conforming to the sequence 1-4 in order to lower
the breast fastener. It can be positioned higher when proceeding in the reverse sequence. Thisiscorrect!

Particular safety instructions:
Always observe the relevant instructions applicable for the work to be carried out by the user (regulations for
the prevention of accidents.)
The anchor point should be above the user and have a minimum load bearing capacity conforming to EN 795
(min. 10 kN).
Front mounted fall arrest attachment element A/2: the following applies for connection of the 2 belt loops (see
page 3) (provided that the included karabiner is not used): karabiner EN 362 of type B may be loaded only in the
main axis (EN 362:2005). If this cannot be ensured by the user, karabiners EN 362 of type M (EN 362:2005) must be
used. If in doubt, consult the manufacturer prior to use of the full body harness!
The equipment should personally belong to the user.
The equipment should be used only by trained and qualified persons.
Strictly observe the cleaning instructions.
The full body harness is approved for securing only one person.
It is forbidden to make any modification to the personal protective equipment.
Modifications as well as repair work must be carried out only by the manufacturer!
Use of the Preising full body harnesses: -20°C up to +60°C.
Use only dry full body harnesses when starting work.
Suitable for persons having a weight of max. 150 kg.
The instructions for use for all personal protective equipment used in combination with the full body harness
must be absolutely observed.
Prior to the use of the complete personal protective equipment, the user must find out about possible risks
which may occur at the place of use and then use the personal protective equipment in accordance with the
requirements. Also, a rescue concept should be available for the concrete application case.
Training regarding the use of full body harnesses in accordance with the requirements is offered by the
manufacturer.
Storage: Preferably in dry, well-ventilated rooms; keep away from sources of heat!
Transport: A suitable container protecting the personal protective equipment from contamination and damage during
transport, should be used, e.g. equipment bag No. 5099L, rucksack No. 5099/S4.
Cleaning: Clean the full body harness with lukewarm water by adding standard detergents.
Desinfection: Please contact directly the manufacturer if desinfection of the personal protective equipment should be
required.
Drying: Hang up in warm ventilated rooms, however not near to a fire or any other source of heat >60°C.
Checks and regular inspections: Prior to each use, visual inspection of the full body harness must be carried out
regarding impeccable condition in order to ensure the user’s safety which depends e.g. upon the effectiveness and
durability of the full body harness.
Particular attention should be made regarding the following: cuts, wear, damage due to heat, chemicals and similar,
undamaged seams and fittings (no corrosion, no mechanical deformation or cuts as well as inspection regarding
impeccable function). Check the impeccable function of karabiners as per EN 362 which are included in the scope of
supply of the full body harness, i.e. snap safety catch closes without problem and clicks in completely, the locking screw
element can be operated smoothly and correctly, self-locking twist fasteners and Trilock fasteners latch in completely as
envisaged and lock impeccably.
All fasteners are free from any contamination which might impair their function.
Damaged full body harnesses must not be used, also not when there are doubts regarding their safe condition Îpass on
to a competent person or to the manufacturer for inspection (address see page 1 of these instructions for use)! Only use
original parts made by Preising!
A full body harness which has been used for an arrest fall, must be immediately put out of service and sent to the
manufacturer for inspection.
It may be used again only following written approval by the manufacturer (address see page 1 of these instructions for use)!
The full body harness must be inspected by a competent person as necessary, however at least every 12 months in
compliance with EN 365. An inspection card (attached to these instructions for use) is enclosed in the scope of supply of
each full body harness. A respective inspection plan to be followed by the qualified person, can be obtained from the
manufacturer upon request (address see page 1). Furthermore, it must be verified that the full body harness is provided
with a readable identification.
Training to become a qualified person for carrying out the regular inspection of full body harnesses, is offered by the
manufacturer.
(Basis training for the period inspection).

Service life:
In the case, following inspection
1. through the user prior to each use
2. through the competent person as necessary, at least every 12 months,
no defects forbidding the further use, have been stated, we recommend full body harnesses to be taken
out of service following a service life of 6-8 years maximum.
Any longer use – also when prior to the first use, the full body harness had been stored for several years
in accordance with the regulations – should be agreed upon with the manufacturer.
Each full body harness is provided with the following indication:
A = fall arrest
attachment
element Æsee
page 3)
A/2 = fall arrest
attachment
element
Consisting of 2
strap loops which
must absolutely be
connected by
means of a
karabiner as per
EN 362
Æsee page 3
ÆPreising company logo
Full body harness EN 361:2002ÆType of product / reference to standards
0158 Æreference marking of the test site
performing the production control
Serial number 404672 Æserial number
ÆNote for the user to follow the instructions for use
Model PASA
I(1) II(2) IV(4) V(5) X(10) 51 type identification
Size K-1 S-2 Ü-3
size designation
Year of manufacture
Used materials for full body harnesses of series PASA
Strap: polyamide
Fall arrest attachment elements / attachment elements: made from steel and/or aluminium alloy
Frame fittings: made from aluminum alloy or steel with respect to the model
Snap buckles: made from aluminum alloy or steel with respect to the model
Type test: The product has been approved and certified by the company EXAM BBG Prüf- und
Zertifizier GmbH, Dinnendahlstraße 9, 44809 Bochum conforming to EN 361:2002.
Quality inspection performed by the manufacturer.
Production control performed by the EXAM certification authority.
All Preising full body harnesses are provided with the registered trademark.

Type designation Full body harness as per EN 361 series PASA
I (1) - II (2) - IV (4) - V (5) - X (10) - 51
Serial number
Year of manufacture
Suitable for the use with
Date of purchasing
Date of first use
Name of user
Notes/
Annual Inspection
Lanyards conf. to EN 354
Guided type fall arresters conf. to EN 353
Energy absorbers conf. to EN 355
Retractable type fall arresters EN 360