Protekt AZ411 User manual

Polski Rejestr Statków S.A. al. gen. Józefa Hallera 126, 80-416 Gdańsk, Poland
According to European standard EN365:2004 and EN795:2012 type B a requirement to check the legibility of the product
PROTEKT Grzegorz Łaszkiewicz ul.Starorudzka 9 93-403 Łódź
Use and instruction manual of connecting lanyard with fall indicator
AZ411
EN 795:2012 Type B
CEN/TS 16415:2013
If the device is used as a part of a fall arrest system, the user must be
equipped with an element limiting maximum dynamic forces applied on user
while arresting a fall to max. 6 kN.
The device cannot be installed so support line of the device touches a sharp
edge with radius of below 0.5mm.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1. General 1
2. Overall dimensions of connecting lanyard 2
3. Time of usage 2
4. Periodic inspections 2
5. Marking of device 3
6. Installation of anchor point 3
7. Installation of device 3
8. Essential principles of use of personal protective equipment against falls
from a height 3
9. Warranty 5
10. Identity card 5
1. General
Connecting lanyard AZ411 is an anchor device compliant with EN 795 Type B
and can be used to provide protection of 3 users at the same time.
Connecting lanyard AZ411 can be used only as personal protective
equipment to protect user against a fall from a height, and cannot be used
for lifting loads.
The device is composed of PVC-coated galvanized steel cable and aluminium
thimbles.
According to EN 795:2012 Type B static strength of this anchor point is min.
14kN towards direction of force, and in configurations as shown in Figure 1,
the device can be used by 3 users at the same time.
The maximum load that could be transmitted in service from the device to
the static construction - 10 kN. This is the actual force which the anchor
point transfers onto the structure to which it is attached when a fall occurs.
Figure 1. Acceptable methods of installation of device

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2. Overall dimensions of connecting lanyard
4. Periodic inspections
KEY:
L=usable length
Q=length of cut rope
At least once a year, after every 12 months of use, it is necessary to carry out
periodic detailed inspection of the device.
Periodic inspection shall be carried out by service point authorized by the
Manufacturer located at the following address:
PROTEKT Grzegorz Łaszkiewicz
ul. Starorudzka 9
93-403 Łódź
or a competent person with adequate skills, trained in performing
inspections of such equipment.
A trained person is a person who, based on own specialized education and
adequate experience, has sufficient knowledge in installed protective and
rescue equipment, and is familiarized with applicable OHS regulations,
guidelines and generally acknowledged technical rules to such extent that is
able to assess safety of use and correct application of protection devices.
After 5 years of use, it is recommended that periodic inspections are carried
out by the manufacturer of the equipment or an entity authorised by the
manufacturer to carry out such inspections.
Before each use of the system check whether date of the next inspection is
not expired. Do not use the device after this date. Before each use of the
system visually check the system for its integrity and technical condition and
whether steel cable is tensioned.
If any defect or lack of integrity is found, do not use the point.
If any doubts arise as regards the use of the equipment, please contact the
manufacturer and never repair the equipment on your own!
A system which has been used to arrest a fall must be withdrawn from use
immediately!
The system which has been used to arrest a fall may be admitted for use
again after a detailed inspection is carried out by the manufacturer or an
authorized service point.
When using the system, pay special attention to risks affecting the
protective equipment operation or the user’s safety, and in particular to
kinks and rope movement on sharp edges, oscillatory falls, electricity,
influence of extreme temperatures, equipment damage, adverse
environmental factors, chemical substances and contamination.
Neither modify, repair components of the system nor replace them with
non-original spare parts.
Figure 2. Overall dimensions AZ411
3. Time of usage
Maximum time of usage of correctly operating devices is unlimited.
The device must be withdrawn from use immediately and destroyed if it has
been used to arrest a fall or there are any doubts concerning its function.
NOTE: Maximum time of usage of the device depends on intensity and
environment of use. If the device is used in heavy conditions, being exposed
to frequent contact with water, sharp edges, corrosive substances, extreme
of temperatures, it may be necessary to withdraw the device after only one
use.

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According to European standard EN365:2004 and EN795:2012 type B a requirement to check the legibility of the product
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5. Device marking
7. Installation of device
KEY:
Serial number
Date of manufacture
Number of users – max. 3
Three acceptable methods of installation are given in Figure 1
The device is equipped with fall indicator which deforms, breaks, bends if
the device is affected by an instantaneous force of 3–4kN. If the fall indicator
is damaged or shows any signs of deformation, it can be presumed that the
device has been used to arrest a fall.
Figure 3. Method of device marking
6. Installation of anchor point
Before anchor point AZ411 is installed, it must be stored in a place which is:
clean, free from any vapours of corrosive substances, and in conditions
preventing its mechanical damage. Also please take into account
environmental conditions present in the place of installation which may
cause corrosion of anchor point and fasteners.
- Installation of anchor point must be carried out by a properly qualified and
skilled person familiarized with the instruction manual.
- Follow general rules for use of personal fall protection equipment in
accordance with EN 795:2012,
- Example installations are shown in Figure 1
Figure 4. Fall indicator
8. Essential principles of use of personal fall protection equipment
- Anchor point AZ411 must be used in accordance with instruction manuals
for personal fall protection equipment and standards:
EN 361 - for full body harnesses
EN 352-3; EN 355; EN 360 - for fall restraint devices
EN 362 - for connectors
EN 795 - for anchor points
- personal fall protection equipment should be used only by personnel
trained in its use.

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- personal fall protection equipment must not be used by a person with
medical condition that could affect the safety of the equipment user in
normal and emergency use.
- prepare a rescue plan to be implemented whenever necessary.
- it is forbidden to make any alterations or additions to the equipment
without prior written consent given by the manufacturer.
- any repair shall only be carried out by manufacturer of the equipment or
his certified representative.
- personal fall protection equipment shall not be used for any purpose other
than intended.
- personal fall protection equipment provides individual protection and shall
be used by one person only.
- before each use make sure that all parts of fall protection system
cooperate correctly. Periodically examine connections and fitting of
components of the equipment to prevent any accidental loosening or
disconnection.
- it is forbidden to use a combination of equipment where function of any
one item is affected by, or interferes with the function of any other.
- before each use of personal fall protection equipment, a pre-use check
should be carried out to ensure that it is in a serviceable condition and
operates correctly.
- in particular, inspect all accessible elements of the equipment for any
damages, excessive wear, corrosion, abrasion, cutting or improper function.
For individual devices pay particular attention to:
- in full body harnesses and work positioning devices: buckles,
regulating elements, attachment points (buckles), webbing, seams, belt
loops;
- in energy absorbers: attachment loops, webbing, seams,
housing, connectors;
- in lanyards and textile guides: rope, loops, thimbles, connectors,
regulating parts, splices;
- in lanyards and steel guides: rope, wires, clamps, loops,
thimbles, connectors, regulating parts;
- in retractable type fall arresters: lanyard or webbing, retractor
and locking mechanism for proper operation, housing, energy absorber,
connectors;
- in guided type fall arresters: body, proper guiding, locking
mechanism for proper operation, rollers, bolts and rivets, connectors,
energy absorber;
- in connectors (snap hooks): load-bearing body, rivets, main
pawl, function of locking gear.
- at least once a year, after every12 months of use, personal fall protection
equipment must be withdrawn from use to carry out periodic detailed
inspection.
Periodic inspection can be carried out by a properly trained and skilled
person.
Periodic inspections can be carried out also by manufacturer of the
equipment or his authorized representative, or an authorized company.
Inspect in detail all accessible elements of the equipment paying attention to
any damages, excessive wear, corrosion, abrasion, cutting or incorrect
function (see the above item.) In some cases, if the fall protection
equipment has a complex design (e.g. fall arresters), periodic inspections can
be carried out by manufacturer of the equipment, or his authorized
representative only. After the periodic inspection, date of the next
inspection should be defined.
- regular periodic inspections are essential in respect of the equipment
condition and safety of users which is dependant on the equipment
functionality and durability.
- during periodic inspection it is necessary to check the legibility of all the
equipment markings (identity label of the device).
- all information on protective equipment (name, serial no., purchase date
and date of first use, name of user, information on repairs and inspections
and withdrawal from use) must be provided in the identity card of the
device. It is responsibility of user’s organisation to provide the Identity card
and to fill in the required details. The Identity card should be filled in by a
person in charge of fall protection equipment in user’s organisation. It is
forbidden to use personal fall protection equipment if the Identity Card is
not filled in.
- if the equipment is re-sold outside the original country of destination the
reseller must provide instructions for use, for maintenance, for periodic
inspection and for repair in language of the country where the product is to
be used.
- personal fall protection equipment must be withdrawn from use
immediately if any doubts arise in regard of its condition, or proper
operation. The equipment must not be used until manufacturer of the
equipment carries out a detailed inspection and gives his written consent to
use the equipment again.
- personal protection equipment must be withdrawn from use immediately
and destroyed if it has been used to arrest a fall.
- full body harness is the only admissible device to be used to support the
user’s body in personal fall protection equipment.
- in full body harness use only attaching points (buckles, loops) marked with
capital letter “A” to attach a fall protection system.

Polski Rejestr Statków S.A. al. gen. Józefa Hallera 126, 80-416 Gdańsk, Poland
According to European standard EN365:2004 and EN795:2012 type B a requirement to check the legibility of the product
PROTEKT Grzegorz Łaszkiewicz ul.Starorudzka 9 93-403 Łódź
9. Warranty
The manufacturer grants a warranty for 12 months from the date of
purchase of the device. If a defect is found in any part, the warranty and
guarantee period for this part is extended by the time of repairs and
effective removal of the defect found.
The warranty covers:
- Defects in material,
- Structural defects,
- Anti-corrosion coating defects
In order to keep the warranty, it is necessary to follow procedures of
periodic inspections specified in item 4 of the Instruction manual.
10. Identity Card
IDENTITY CARD FOR ANCHOR POINT AZ411 (conforming with EN36)
Reference number of device
AZ411
Serial number:
Date of first use (installation)
Date of manufacture:
Installation location
User name:
Inspection and repair record
No.
Date of inspection
Type of inspection/
repair
Remarks
Date of next inspection
Name and signature of
technician
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