SKYLOTEC Skytac User manual

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MAT-MA-0035
Stand 13/02/2018
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Im Mühlengrund 6-8
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SKYTAC
Installation and Operating Instructions
Climbing safety system with guided type
fall arresters on a rigid anchor line (EN 353-1)
DGUV Test, testing and certification body at Zwengenberger Str. 68, 42781 Haan
CE 0299
Manufacturer
Skylotec GmbH - Im Mühlengrund 6-8 - 56566 Neuwied
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1!ICONS ...........................................................................................................................................................................3!
2!GENERAL INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................................3!
3!SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................................................3!
4!GENERAL INSTALLATION CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................................4!
5!TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................4!
6!PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................................................................5!
6.1!INSTALLATION OF THE CLIMBING PROTECTION LADDER ....................................................................................5!
6.1.1!INSTALLATION KIT ......................................................................................................................................................5!
6.1.2!TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................5!
6.1.3!PREASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................................5!
6.1.4!INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................6!
6.1.5!INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS TO BE MET .................................................................................................................7!
6.1.6!ALIGNMENT..................................................................................................................................................................8!
6.1.7!INSTALLATION OF END STOPS ...............................................................................................................................10!
6.2!IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................12!
6.2.1!LADDER COMPONENTS ...........................................................................................................................................12!
6.2.2!LADDER SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................................................13!
6.3!CLIMBING LADDER ELEMENTS ...............................................................................................................................14!
6.4!FORCES ACTING ON THE MOUNTING BRACKET ..................................................................................................15!
7!PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................15!
7.1!INSTALLATION OF THE EXIT DEVICE ....................................................................................................................15!
7.1.1!INSTALLATION KIT ....................................................................................................................................................16!
7.1.2!TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION .....................................................................................................................16!
7.1.3!PREASSEMBLY..........................................................................................................................................................16!
7.1.4!INSTALLATION IN A NEW SYSTEM ..........................................................................................................................16!
7.1.5!INSTALLATION IN AN EXISTING LADDER SYSTEM ...............................................................................................17!
7.1.6!INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS TO BE MET (FIGURE 13) .........................................................................................17!
7.1.7!ALIGNMENT................................................................................................................................................................17!
7.2!IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................17!
8!PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................18!
8.1!INSTALLATION OF THE RAIL REINFORCEMENT ...................................................................................................18!
8.1.1!INSTALLATION KIT ....................................................................................................................................................18!
8.1.2!TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION .....................................................................................................................18!

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8.1.3!PREASSEMBLY..........................................................................................................................................................18!
8.1.4!INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................................................................................18!
8.1.5!INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS TO BE MET ...............................................................................................................18!
8.1.6!ALIGNMENT................................................................................................................................................................18!
8.2!IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................19!
8.3!RAIL REINFORCEMENT ELEMENTS WITHOUT ROOF EXIT..................................................................................20!
9!PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................21!
9.1!INSTALLATION OF THE RAIL REINFORCEMENT WITH ROOF EXIT.....................................................................21!
9.2!IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................21!
9.3!RAIL REINFORCEMENT ELEMENTS WITH ROOF EXIT .........................................................................................22!
10!PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................23!
10.1!INSTALLATION OF THE REST PLATFORM..............................................................................................................23!
10.1.1!INSTALLATION KIT ................................................................................................................................................23!
10.1.2!TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................23!
10.1.3!PREASSEMBLY .....................................................................................................................................................23!
10.1.4!INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................................................23!
10.1.5!INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS TO BE MET ..........................................................................................................24!
10.1.6!ALIGNMENT ...........................................................................................................................................................24!
10.2!IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................24!
11!FASTENING MATERIAL FOR TAC-0010 ...................................................................................................................25!
11.1!STANDARD MOUNTING BRACKET ..........................................................................................................................25!
11.2!VARIOUS SPECIAL BRACKETS, ADJUSTABLE BRACKETS ..................................................................................25!
12!PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................26!
12.1!INSTALLATION OF THE CLIMBING PROTECTION LADDER ..................................................................................26!
12.1.1!INSTALLATION KIT ................................................................................................................................................26!
12.1.2!TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION:................................................................................................................26!
12.1.3!INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................................................27!
12.1.4!INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS TO BE MET! .........................................................................................................28!
12.1.5!FORCES ACTING ON THE SKYTAC RAIL ON A LADDER ..................................................................................29!
12.1.6!INSTRUCTIONS FOR CUTTING SEGMENTS THAT ARE SPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR
PREASSEMBLED WIND TURBINES. .......................................................................................................................30!
12.2!IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................................................31!
12.2.1!CLIMBING PROTECTION RAIL .............................................................................................................................31!
13!DESCRIPTION SPECIAL ACCESSORIES.................................................................................................................31!
13.1!COVER DOOR FOR CLIMBING PROTECTION LADDERS TAC-0121 .....................................................................31!
14!COMMISSIONING.......................................................................................................................................................31!
15!MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................................................32!
15.1!INSPECTION...............................................................................................................................................................32!
15.2!USE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................................32!
15.3!MAINTENANCE AND CARE.......................................................................................................................................33!
15.4!SERVICE LIFE ............................................................................................................................................................33!
16!REPORTS ...................................................................................................................................................................34!
16.1!INSTALLATION AND FINAL ACCEPTANCE REPORT FOR THE CLIMBING PROTECTION DEVICE ...................34!
16.2!INSTALLATION AND FINAL ACCEPTANCE REPORT FOR THE CLIMBING PROTECTION DEVICE ...................36

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1 ICONS
Some of the system’s components have icons, which signify the following:
Read the operating instructions before use!
Number of persons required (in this case 2 persons).
“Danger” or “need to check the equipment”
2 GENERAL INFORMATION
Pages 5 to 14 describe the installation of the SKYTAC climbing protection rail system with welded rungs.
Installation and maintenance of the “existing aluminium ladder with fitted climbing protection rail” system
is described on pages 29 to 32.
We offer various security options to protect the ladder systems against unauthorised access. Please
contact us for more information related to this.
The system is designed so that a person can ascend each segment that has at least two holds, which
provides a theoretical maximum number of users permitted for the length. Based on our experience and
established practices, we recommend maintaining a minimum distance of 5 m between any two people
ascending at the same time.
3 SAFETY INFORMATION
Each installer and user must be familiar with these instructions before installation begins. The installation
instructions must be followed unconditionally as neglecting them puts lives at risk! Should any difficulties
arise during installation of the climbing protection system, installation must be stopped immediately.
It must be ensured at all times that the supplied installation and maintenance instructions are stored in a
dry place near the climbing protection system equipment and that they are accessible to all users at all
times.
Prior to and during use, a visual inspection should be performed to ensure the proper functioning of the
system. When additional personal climbing protection equipment is used, the operating instructions for
that equipment should be observed.

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4 GENERAL INSTALLATION CONDITIONS
All items must be cleaned and free of debris before installation. This applies in particular to the areas
between mounting surfaces.
Prevent the climbing protection system from coming into contact with aggressive chemicals, as well
as mortar, cement or similar materials.
Mortar residues or other debris must be removed immediately.
The treads must be kept free of grease and oil.
In particular, the inside and outside of the climbing protection rail running surfaces for the fall arrest
shuttle must be cleaned.
Damaged components must be replaced with new parts from our factory.
The tread distance within a ladder may not be changed.
Standard distance is 280 +/-5mm
Changing distances between treads results in a risk of falls!
Installation of the ladder and any accessories on stationary structures is carried out from the bottom
up.
Installation of the climbing protection rail on existing ladders is carried out from the top down.
Only original SKYLOTEC components may be installed and used in the installation.
The combination of components or elements from other manufacturers or suppliers may cause fatal
accidents!
The components must be handled with care and must not be thrown!
All accessories (rail reinforcement, rest platform, etc.) are components of the climbing protection
system; the system is tested and approved as a unit.
The climbing protection system does not have any parts that are susceptible to rust. It can be used in
maritime environments and in high humidity.
Repairs are only permitted after consultation with SKYLOTEC GmbH! SKYLOTEC GmbH assumes
no liability in any case in which they were not consulted beforehand.
5 TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
The following tightening torques must be observed when fastening the ladder components in order to
properly secure all of the threaded connections:
Table 1: Torque values
Nut size
Torque
M12
70 Nm +/- 5Nm (maximum 40Nm +/- 5Nm for installation of the mounting disc) M16
Nut size
Torque
All fasteners have a minimum grade of 8.8 and are manufactured of hot-dip galvanised steel or stainless
steel class 70. The hot-dip galvanised fittings are to be fitted dry
Stainless steel threads must be treated with an assembly paste/copper paste to prevent them from seizing.
The fittings are secured against loosening by self-locking nuts in accordance with DIN 985 with non-
metallic clamping inserts.
Safety Information
Incorrectly fastened fittings can become loose and compromise the safety of the system!

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6 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Climbing protection ladder with rungs TAC-0010
The climbing protection system offers a stationary ascent with supporting central stringer,
combined with a catching device (hereinafter called a “runner”). The system is tested and
approved as a unit and is particularly suitable for safe access to high buildings.
SKYLOTEC GmbH grants a warranty of one year for the safety ladder and its accessories
against rust and other material fatigue that could lead to product failure, provided the system is
used as intended.
SKYLOTEC GmbH assumes no liability, for whatever reason and at any time, unless these
installation and maintenance instructions are complied with in all respects.
6.1 Installation of the climbing protection ladder
6.1.1 Installation kit
Ladder segments in various lengths, with 280 mm +/-5 mm rung spacing. The bottom rung
of each segment has the production data stamped on it.
At least 2 mounting brackets per ladder segment, maximum distance of 1680mm between
the mounting brackets.
one coupling piece per joint TAC-0040
one end stop at each entry and exit point TAC-0050
one end stop TAC-0060 in the upper ladder segment if the runner can remain in the ladder
system.
one information sign per ladder system.
Fastening material:
mushroom-head bolts like DIN 603-M12-8.8,
self-locking hex nuts DIN 985 with non-metallic locking
D13 washers for securing the mounting bracket, connecting plate, insert lock and end stop
Fastening materials needed to attach the ladder to the structure are not included in the
delivery. For mounting to the wall, it must be adapted to the structural conditions and
structurally documented where necessary.
The minimum size of fastening technology employed is 1x M16 per mounting bracket.
6.1.2 Tools needed for installation
1 combination wrench SW 19
1 torque wrench as required for the fastening technology (BFT)
Appropriate drills and setting materials for the on-site fastening technology
PPE
At least 2 persons are required for installation.
6.1.3 Preassembly
Before the ladder is mounted on the structure, the mounting brackets must be attached to
the guide rail. (For dimensions see point 5.1.5)
The bolt head must be located on the inside of the climbing protection rail profile and the
square nut must sit cleanly in the hole. Please note minimum spacing and tread clearances.

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6.1.4 Installation instructions
Do not use grease!
The ladder parts are to be installed with the stop-catches facing upward on the building.
If the ascent route begins below, the rail bottoms must be maximum 140 +5 mm above the
level of entrance.
The first mounting bracket is installed at a maximum distance of 500mm from the start of the
ascent route, and the last bracket at a maximum of 500mm from end of the ascent route (=
top of rail).
The maximum spacing for mounting brackets is 1680mm.
However, 2 brackets must be installed per ladder segment.
Other installation clearances apply for ladder segments that are offset.
The guide rails are attached with two galvanised mushroom head bolts M12x30-8.8 by
means of the butt connector (TAC-0040) in order to secure a firm connection. This prevents
the rails from becoming offset. At 20°C, the gap must be at least 1 mm, but may not exceed
3 mm.
The distance between the steps may deviate at ladder transitions by +/- 5 mm at most. The
nominal dimension for the ladder is 280 mm.
The possibility of the runner moving out during installation at the upper end of the guide rail
on stationary structures must be prevented by a temporary end stop (cable tie). This may
only be removed when the ladder part above it is firmly mounted.
If the ascent route ends on a platform, then the guide rail must end at least 1000 mm above
the top of the platform.
For structural reasons, ladder projections of more than 500 mm must be fitted with a rail
reinforcement. See Figure 1.

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6.1.5 Installation dimensions to be met
Figure 1: Installation dimensions
At least 2 fixing
brackets
maximum 1120mm
distance 1st bracket
500mm max.
140±5
subsequent distances
max. 1680mm
exit level
minimum 1000mm
maximum 1500mm
last distance to top edge
max. 500mm
exit level
minimum 1000mm
maximum
500mm

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brackets can be turned 180°.
A ( 1 : 1 )
stop catch
max. 30°
max. 30°
6.1.6 Alignment
The ladder can be aligned vertically to the left and right by the shifting and limited rotation of
the bolted mounting bracket. The mounting bracket rotated a maximum of 30° from the
vertical in the process.
The mounting brackets can, if necessary, also be mounted rotated 180° (with the opening
facing upwards).
The maximum angle of inclination of the straight ladder elements is +/- 15° to the vertical.
See Figure 2.
Figure 2: Alignment of mounting brackets
15°
Rail
Vertical
15°
15°
15°
15°
Figure 3: Vertical angle in place
Figure 4: Vertical angle section

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Safety Information
Incompletely assembled ladder segments may not be used as protection against falls! If such a segment
must be accessed for assembly or repair, an additional safety mechanism must be used (for example
safety rope with shock absorber EN 354/355) - observe relevant instructions for use!
See Figure 5: Attachment of safety rope
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B wrong
Only remove the cable
tie when the overlying
butt connector and the
next mounting bracket
have been fully
assembled. Additional
safety measures
required for access!
A correct
C wrong
PLEASE NOTE:
Only attach to the last mounting bracket
that’s firmly attached to the building and
the climbing protection ladder!
Figure 5: Attachment of safety rope