Safehold SENTINEL SH-9327-2 User manual

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Instruction Manual
Made in Taiwan
Read and understand instructions before using this equipment
Do not throw instructions away
SENTINEL
SRL/RTFA
SH-9327-2
SH-9310-3.5
SH-9420-3
SH-9450
SH-9450LECE
Models of device covered
Iss.0

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Contents
54
About & Warning General use
98
Maintenance & Inspection
Inspection records &
schedule
Fall arrest block
service log

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10
User instruction &
warning
76
General use
Limitations of use
Compatability
Fall distance calculation
Maintenance & Inspection

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The Safehold retractable
lifelines are a retractable
type fall arrester designed
for situations that require
fall protection in order to
give personnel unhindered
movement.
Warning : Working at height
is a very dangerous activity which
may lead to severe injury or fatality.
We advise that you personally
assume the responsibility to learn
the use and the safety measures
that apply to this equipment.
Remember that there is no better
‘’instruction’’ than that of a trained
instructor. Train in the use of this
device, verify that you have fully
understood how it works and if in
any doubt, please ask competent
person!
Don’t make any alterations or
additions to the equipment without
the manufacturer’s prior written
consent. Any repair shall only be
made by the manufacturer.
The products shall not be used
outside its limitations, or for any
purpose other than that for which
it is intended.
It is essential for the safety of
the user that if the product is
re-sold outside UK, the reseller
shall provide instructions for use,
for maintenance, for periodic
examination and for repair in the
language of the country in which
the product is to be used.
If there is reason to doubt your
tness to safely absorb the shock
from a fall arrest, please consult
your doctor. Age and tness
seriously affect a worker’s ability to
withstand falls. Pregnant women
or minors must not use it.
User must read,
understand and observe
these instructions for use.
ABOUT & WARNING

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All warnings and instructions must
be provided to the authorised user.
All authorised users must reference
the relevant local standards to
which the device complies (eg
EN360:2002). Refer to device
labelling for device compliance.
Ensure working area is free from
hazards and obstructions that
could interfere with the working of
the device or cause harm to the
user.
Inspect all equipment before each
use as per the manufacturer’s
instructions.
All equipment should be inspected
on a regular basis by a competent
qualied person.
A competent person must ensure
the systems compatibility will not
allow accidental disengagement.
Any equipment must be as the
manufacturer intended. Do not use
altered or modied equipment.
Repairs must only be carried out
by the manufacturer or authorised
service agent with written consent to
do so.
Any product that has visual
deformities, deterioration or
unusual wear should have its
webbing cut and hook removed
before being discarded.
Any equipment subjected to a fall
must be removed from service.
A rescue plan with the means to
implement it should be in place
before using this equipment.
Fall protection equipment is
designed for a specic use. Never
use it for something it wasn’t
designed to do.
Environmental hazards should
be considered when using this
equipment.
Equipment should not be exposed
to hazardous chemicals. Inspection
intervals may need to be more
frequent in such environments. If
in doubt contact SAFEHOLD LTD.
for advice.
Equipment should not be exposed
to any object likely to cause
damage to it, including abrasive
surfaces, sharp edges, extreme
temperatures or moving machinery
etc.
GENERAL USE

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Always ensure a potential fall path
is free from obstructions and has a
large enough ground clearance.
Never remove a products label as
it contains information important to
the use of the device. If the label
is missing remove the device from
service immediately.
Complies with:
SAFEHOLD products are made
in accordance with European
Standard No.EN360:2002 & VG11
For SH 9450LCCE
Single person use only. Maximum
user rating of 140kg. Never exceed
this weight!
Device must always be tested for
locking before every use.
Device should retract at all times,
if the device does not retract, do
not use. Never allow the device to
retract with the line slack. Only ever
retract the line under tension.
Never allow the line to become
slack during use.
Never use the device as a restraint
or work positioning device.
Do not lubricate this device.
Remove from service if the device
shows signs of a fall or any part of
the system fails an inspection.
SH-9327-2 is a non-serviceable
device, if the device does not
operate correctly it must be
disposed of immediately or
returned to the manufacturer
for inspection. Other models
covered by this instruction booklet
are serviceable via an approved
service agent. DO NOT attempt to
service unless you are trained and
approved by Safehold.
The device must be kept clean
and free from dust, dirt, grime and
contaminants.
The device must be used in such a
way as to minimize the likelihood of
a swing fall.
Never work above the device.
LIMITATIONS OF USE

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COMPATIBILITY
FALL DISTANCE CALCULATION
MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION
SAFEHOLD SRL/RTFA'S
are designed in conjunction
with SAFEHOLD approved
components.
Replacing or substituting any
components in a system could
reduce the effectiveness of a
system, and must not be done.
The device will arrest a fall within
2m. Do not use when this is less
than 3m ground clearance below
the users feet. This does not take
into consideration any swing fall or
additional fall distance if the user
is not working directly below the
anchorage. For further information,
please contact SAFEHOLD.
Never work outside of a 30 degree
cone created from the device
through vertical, if a fall were to
occur the device would lock
and the user would swing like a
pendulum and may sustain injury
from this hazard.
Inspect the fall arrest block, lifeline,
hook and anchorage for signs of
wear, deformation, damage or
corrosion.
Pull line sharply to engage brakes
and ensure the brakes lock before
each and every use.
Pull out line to ensure that it pays
out and recoils smoothly. Ensure
that the webbing is free from cuts,
abrasion and wear marks.Check
steel cable for damage, kinks and
rust. Check shock pack on LE
device for signs of deployment.
Ensure hook swivels and twist gate
operates and closes correctly.
Ensure hook load indicator is not
deployed. If the red section is
visible, the SRL/RTFA must be
removed from service immediately.

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Check the user instructions are
clear and legible. If the webbing
becomes wet in use, ensure
webbing is extended and left to dry
naturally.
To clean the housing or webbing,
a mild detergent can be used
with warm or cold water. The
webbing must be extended from
the device and left to dry naturally.
Ensure that SRL/RTFA certication
is current before use, the block
must have been inspected within
the last 12 months (6 months if
used in corrosive or off-shore
environments).
If for any reason the inspection of
this block shows signs for concern
or doubt then the block must be
quarantined and removed from
service immediately. Advice should
be sought from the supervisor and
if still concerned the block must be
sent to the supplier, an approved
service agent or the manufacturer
for evaluation or disposal. If the
device is to be discarded, the
webbing or cable must be cut
through to prevent further use. If
this is necessary, cut the webbing
at the hook end above the shock
absorber allowing the webbing to
be retracted into the device.
IMPORTANT : These instructions
should be supplied to each person
using this product. This device
must be inspected according to
SAFEHOLDS recommendations
for safe use. Prior to each use ir
should be checked by the user
and at least once a year by the
manufacturer or by an authorised
person. The inspection should
be recorded on the enclosed
schedule. Connect only to fall
arrest attachment of a full body
harness.
INSPECTION RECORDS & SCHEDULE
Involved notied Body:
Design and controlling stage:
SATRA Technology Centre (0321)
Rockingham Road,
Kettering Northants,
NN16 9JH, UK
IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE
BEFORE USE THAT THE
RECOMMENDATIONS SPECIFIC TO
EACH PART ASSOCIATED WITH THIS
PRODUCT ARE COMPLIED WITH, AS
SPECIFIED IN THE MANUAL.

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SRL/RTFA SERVICE LOG
Date Results/Condition: Inspected by: Next Inspection Date:
Serial No: Date of first issue:
Model #: User:

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Description Sample Length Housing Material
Retractable Lifeline
Retractable Lifeline
Retractable Lifeline
Retractable Lifeline
Retractable Lifeline
SH-9327-2
SH-9310-3.5
SH-9320-3
SH-9450
SH-9450LECE
2m web
3.5m web
3m cable
6m to 20m cable
6m to 10m cable LE
Composite
Alloy
Alloy
Composite
Composite
This instruction applies to the following models:
Additional model numbers may appear on the next printing of these instructions.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the
anchorage point is above the user.
Inspect the device, life line, hook
and anchorage for signs of wear,
deformation, damage or corrosion.
Ensure hook swivels and gates operate
and close correctly.
Ensure load indicator has not deployed.
Connect only to fall arrest attachment of
a full body harness.
EN 361
EN795
12kN
min
max
30o
****
SH-9450 LECE
ONLY