Silverline Fall Arrest Harness User manual

Version date: 04.01.18 silverlinetools.com
250482
FR Harnais de protection anti-chutes
DE Auffanggurt
ES Arnés anticaída
IT Imbracatura di arresto caduta
NL Valbeveiligingsharnas
PL Szelkibezpieczeństwachroniąceprzed
 upadkiemzwysokości
Fall Arrest Harness
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Description of Symbols
Theratingplateonyourtoolmayshowsymbols.Theserepresentimportant
information about the product or instructions on its use
Wear hearing protection
Weareyeprotection
Wear breathing protection
Wear head protection
Read instruction manual
Caution!
Conformstorelevantlegislationandsafetystandards
Safety Instructions for Height
Safety Equipment
WARNING: Activitiesinvolvingtheuseofthisequipmentareinherently
dangerous.ALWAYScarryoutariskassessmentbeforeworkcommences,
including rescue arrangements.
WARNING:Specictrainingisessentialbeforeusingthisequipment.It
mustonlybeusedbycompetentandresponsibleindividuals,takingcarenot
exceeding the limitations of the equipment.
WARNING: Failuretoadheretoanywarningsandrecommendationsgiven
intheseinstructionsmayresultinsevereinjuryorevendeath!Whenusingthis
equipmentyoupersonallyassumeallrisksandresponsibilitiesforalldamage,
injuryordeathwhichmayoccurduringorfollowingincorrectuseofthis
equipment.Youareresponsibleforyourownactionsanddecisions.If you are
unable, or not in a position to assume this responsibility or to accept these
risks, DO NOT USE THIS EQUIPMENT.
a) NEVER use equipment that has exceeded its shelf and/or service life.
b) This product MUSTNOT be stressed beyond its strength rating.
c) DO NOTuse components of fall arrest gear outside its limitations, or for
 applicationsforwhichtheywerenotspecicallydesigned.
d) Avoid impacts and rubbing against abrasive surfaces duringuse,
 transportandstorage.
e) DO NOTuse connectors with manual locking mechanisms in areas
where they are frequently opened and closed.
f) Ensure locking mechanisms and safety devices engage securely and
connectors are fully closed and locked before use.
g) NEVER combine components that are not recommended by the
manufacturer as being compatible. One item may interfere with the safe
 functionofanother,jeopardisingthefunctionofthesystemasawhole.
h) NEVER attach a fall arrest system to an anchorage if you are unsure
about the strength and condition of the anchorage.
i) Take into account the length of every single component of a fall arrest
system, including the connectors,when determining the total length
of the system.
j) The clearance under the user must be sufcient to prevent him from
striking an obstacle in the event of a fall.
k) DO NOTallow any part of a fall arrest, work positioning or restraint
system to come into contact with sharp edges or abrasive surfaces
during use. Repositionifnecessaryorchooseanalternativeanchorage.
l) Any component of a fall arrest system must be individually inspected
according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and procedures.
Afterassembly,thesystemmustbeinspectedasafunctionalunit.
m) Any kind of repair or modication of this equipment is strictly
PROHIBITED.
n) DO NOTtie knots in harnesses, lanyards and ropes. DO NOT allow
 equipmenttobecometangled.
o) Equipment that has been exposed to extreme conditions,failed an
inspection, or has been used to arrest a fall,must be retired and
destroyed. Neverexposeitemsmadewithsyntheticbrecomponentsto
 directames.
p) DO NOTuse shock absorbers that have been partially deployed, or when
 theplasticsheathisdamaged.
q) Destroy retired equipment immediately to prevent further use.
r) All users of fall arrest gear must be medically t for activities at
height and must wear appropriate personal protective equipment for
the environment, work carried out,and tools used.
s) Carry out a risk assessment for every activity, anddenearescueplan
 thatcanbesafelyandrapidlyexecutedincaseofemergency.
t) All product markings must remain intact and clearly legible for the
entire service life of this equipment.
u) Store the equipment with its dedicated service record and usage
instructions. Gearwithuncertainservicehistorymustberemovedfrom
 serviceanddestroyed.
v) Before using this equipment, ensure that it complies with local federal
regulations and other applicable safety standards.
Specication
Model:………………………………….....................250482
Applicable standards:…………… ..........EN361(FullBodyHarness)
Purpose:……………………………….....................Fall arrest
Material:…..……………………………. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Polyester
Maximum strength:…………………..........................16kN
Temperature range:……………….. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-40 to +80°C
Attachment points:……………….. .....EN361:Dorsal(A),Sternal(A/2)
Max.userweight:……..………….. ..........................140kg*
Netweight:…………………………… ......................0.90kg
As part of our ongoing product development, specications of Silverline
products may alter without notice.
*Theoperatormustbeabletoachieveasafeandcomfortablet,using
theadjustmentoptionsprovided.Theequipmentmustnotbeusedifit
cannotbeadjustedtottheoperatorcomfortablyandsecurely.
Carefullyreadandunderstandtheseinstructionsandanylabelattached
tothetoolbeforeuse.Keeptheseinstructionswiththeproductforfuture
reference.Ensureallpersonswhousethisproductarefullyacquaintedwith
these instructions.
Introduction
ThankyouforpurchasingthisSilverlinetool.Thismanualcontainsinformationnecessary
forsafeandeffectiveoperationofthisproduct.Thisproducthasuniquefeaturesand,evenif
youarefamiliarwithsimilarproducts,itisnecessarytoreadthismanualcarefullytoensure
youfullyunderstandtheinstructions.Ensureallusersofthetoolreadandfullyunderstand
this manual.
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w) Textile products, including webbing and ropes,MUST NOTbe marked
using ink from marker pens or paint, asthesesubstancesmaypotentially
 leadtochemicaldamageofthematerial.
x) Store in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Intended Use
• Thisharnessisdesignedforuseinafallarrestsystem,where,whenused
incombinationwithasuitablelanyard,shockabsorberandanchorage,it
prevents the user from going into a free fall.
Fall Arrest Fall Restraint Positioning
Fig.A
Usage limitations
WARNING: ThisharnessMUSTNOTbeusedasaworkpositioning,restraint
orrescuesystemasdescribedinEN363.
• Thisequipmentisdesignedforusebyonepersonwithacombinedtotal
weightnogreaterthan140kg,includingclothing,tools,andotheruser-borne
objects
• Acidic,alkaline,orotherenvironmentswithharshsubstances,maydamage
the equipment. DO NOT expose to corrosive environments for prolonged
periodsoftime.Organicsubstancesandsaltwaterareparticularlycorrosive
to metal parts
• DONOTuseinenvironmentswithtemperatureslowerthan-40°Corgreater
than 80°C
• Avoidcontactwithrough,abrasivesurface,sharpedges,cuttingtoolsetc.
• Equipmentmustbeshieldedwhenusednearwelding,metalcutting,orother
activities that produce large amounts of heat
• UseextremeCAUTIONwhenworkingnearenergisedelectricalsources.Metal
hardwareconductselectriccurrent.Maintainasafeworkingdistance(atleast
3m) from all electrical hazards
WARNING: Fall arrest gear is designed to arrest a fall from height ONLY
ONCE!Ifsubjectedtoanarrestedfall,thegearmustbewithdrawnfromservice
and rendered unusable.
Unpacking Your Product
• Carefullyunpackandinspectyourproduct.Fullyfamiliariseyourselfwithall
its features and functions
• Ensureallpartsoftheproductarepresentandingoodcondition.Ifanyparts
aremissingordamaged,havesuchpartsreplacedbeforeattemptingtouse
this product
Before Use
Pre-use checks
• Avisualandtactile(i.e.bysenseoftouch)inspectionmustbecarriedout
beforeeveryuse.Allpartsofthegearmustbeinspectedinanareawith
appropriate light conditions
1. Slowlypasswebbing,beltorropethroughyourhandstodetectsmallcuts
of1mmormoreinmaterialedges,abrasionsandtwistdamage.Feelfor
softeningandhardeningofbresandlookforingressofcontaminants
2. Inspect all stitching for visual damage
3. Checkallhardwareandconnectorsfordamageandconrmfunctionality.
Conrmsafetydevices(suchasgatesonkarabinersetc)arefunctioning
properly
Note: Refer to the ‘Maintenance’ section for further advice on fault conditions.
Fitting and adjustment
• Preparation (see Fig. B):
1. Identifyallpartsandstraps(see‘ProductFamiliarisation’)
2. Open and release the Chest Buckle (4) and both Leg Strap Buckles (6)
Note:Loosenallthree-barslideandsquarelinktypeconnectionsfully,inorder
toretightenduringtting.
3. LifttheharnessontheD-ringoftheDorsalAttachmentPoint(A)(7),and
ensure all straps are hanging straight
• Fitting shoulder and chest (see Fig.C+D):
1. FittheShoulderStraps(1)oftheharnessoveryourshoulders
2. PlaceyourarmsthroughtheShoulderStraps,sotheDorsalAttachmentPoint
(A) (7) is located on the back
Note:Ensuretheharnessisnottwisted‘insideout’,bycheckingthattheD-ring
of the Dorsal Attachment Point (A) (7) is located outermost.
3. ClosetheChestStrap(2)byinsertingthemaleendintothefemaleconnector,
andadjustbypullingorreleasingtheopenendofthewebbingmaterial
4. AdjusttheChestStrapSliders(3)upordowntheharness
Note:TheChestStrapmustrunsquarelyoverthesternum.Itmustnotrun
diagonallyorclosetothethroatregion.
• Fitting legs (see Fig. E+H):
1. Standuprightandstraight,locatetheLegStraps(5)andensuretheyarenot
twisted
2. ReachbehindandpasstherstLegStrapinbetweenyourlegsfromback
to front
3. FastentheLegStrapBuckle(6),byinsertingthethree-barslidethroughthe
squarelink,sobothpartssitatontopofeachotherandinterlock
4. Repeat on the other side
5. AdjusttheLegStrapsbypullingtheendofthewebbingthroughthebelt
slideruntilasnugtisachievedandthewebbingmaterialsitscomfortably,
ashighaspossible,betweentheinsidelegandgroin.Releaseandreadjustif
necessaryuntilasafethasbeenachieved
WARNING: CorrectttingoftheLegStraps(5)isofparamountconcernfor
thesafeandeffectivefunctionoftheharness.Severeinjurycanoccurduring
anarrestedfall,ifthewebbingmaterialistwisted,oriftheLegStrapsarenot
adjustedproperlyinthegroinregion.
Note: Conrmcomfortableyetsnugtoftheharnessbysquattingdown
andmovingyourarmsaboveyourhead.Theusermustbeabletocomfortably
movearoundandreachhisworkingposition,withouttheharnessrestricting
movement.
Connecting to other fall arrest system
components
• Use the Dorsal Attachment Point (A) (7) to connect to the shock absorber or
shockabsorber/lanyardcombinationusingasuitablekarabiner
WARNING:KarabinersandotherconnectorsmustALWAYSbeusedwith
thegateclosedandsecurelylocked.Refertotheconnectormanufacturer’s
instructionsforvericationandinspectionprocedure.
WARNING: Thetotallengthofalanyardconnectedtoanenergyabsorber
should NOTexceed 2m.
1Shoulder Straps
2Chest Strap
3Chest Strap Sliders
4Chest Buckle
5Leg Straps
6Leg Strap Buckles
(three-bar slide & square link connections)
7Dorsal Attachment Point (A)
8Sternal Attachment Point (A/2)
Product Familiarisation
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