Ultra-safe US-5000C User manual

U -5000C
US-5000C Rope Grabs are made of durable non-corrosive
stainless steel, brass & bronze. They are 100% inspected for
function, construction and material integrity and are designed to
meet the performance requirements of ANSI Z359.1, OSHA 1926
(maximum 6 ft or 1.8m) when used with Polysteel / Poly Pro Blend
lanyard be positioned not to exceed 6’ free fall. The 5/8" (16mm)
Rope must be installed and maintained properly (see LIFELINES
below).
NOTE: This Rope Grab is intended to be used as part of a complete
personal fall protection system. All other components subsystems
and connectors used in conjunction or attached to this Rope Grab
should be compatible and meet the appropriate OSHA /ANSI /CSA
requirements for the intended application. Substandard or non-
approved components could compromise the reliability of the
system and jeopardize safety of the user.
BEFORE EACH U E:
• Open unit and inspect. All components must be free of dirt
or debris. (Also see LIFELINE INSPECTION below)
• Check components for damage or wear that may affect the
free movement and/or operation of the mechanism. If in
doubt of condition do not use. Units with signs of any of the
following check items should be removed from service and
properly discarded.
• The upper tension roller should rotate and move freely in its
slot under spring tension
• Inspect gripping mechanism for proper operation by
pivoting ring and gripper back and and forth. ovement
should be free easy without binding. The spring resistance
should be noticeable.
• The locking screw should thread easily and tighten against
the body with body parts touching
• The locking clip should rotate easily and pass over the detent
and into the notch of the body with sufficient resistance to
hold it in the locked position.
• Do not attempt to alter or repair this Rope Grab.
• All other components of the fall protection system attached
to and used in conjunction with this Rope Grab should be
inspected as per manufacturers instructions and OSHA
/ANSI /CSA guidelines.
• Record inspection results and keep on file.
Equipment users must be fully trained in and conversant with all regulatory requirements applicable to the workplace, in
which the fall protection equipment is to be used. If in doubt contact your local OSHA or CSA office for clarification. Such
training should include information about local circumstances, rules and regulations applicable to the work situation, a
hands-on opportunity to learn how to wear and attach equipment properly, instructions about
DROP LINE & LIFE LINE: type & selection, strength, stretch, wear, degradation factors, use & maintenance.
HARNE : type & selection, use & maintenance.
LANYARD, AFETY NAP AND HARDWARE: type & selection, compatibility, use & maintenance.
ANCHOR POINT : proper techniques and hardware for securing and connecting lanyards, drop lines or lifelines.
PHY IC OF FALLING: calculating falling distance, hazards, assessing total fall arrest system.
OWNERS MANUAL
MODEL: US-5000C
DE CRIPTION: Rope Grab 5/8”
MEET O HA & AN I Z359.1
1-800-850-5914
PHOENIX, ARIZONA U A
WWW.ULTRA AFEU A.COM
THE E IN TRUCTION FOCU ON THE CARE AND U E OF THI ROPE GRAB AND ARE NOT
A UB TITUTE FOR A FORMAL CLIMBING AND FALL PROTECTION TRAINING PROGRAM.
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MAINTENANCE:
• Clean Rope Grab with water and mild soap. Wipe off with
clean dry cloth. Low pressure compressed air may be used.
• Lubricate with light oil such as WD-40. Use a small amount
of oil on pivot and roller bearing points. Wipe off excess oil
from body and surfaces of the rollers so that oil is not
transferred to the rope.
IN TALLATION AND U E:
• To open the US-5000C pivot the locking clip away from the
body then turn' locking screw Counter-clockwise till
disengaged then pivot open. Inspect as outlined above.
• Position Rope Grab with arrow pointing up (roller attached to
hinge pin will be pointed down)
• Insert the lifeline. Only 5/8" (15.875mm) dia. rope should be
used.. (See LIFELINE section following).
• Pivot the ring so that the gripper does not press against the
rope then close the unit around the rope.
• Tighten the locking screw. It should thread easily and tighten
against the Rope Grab body with both body parts touching.
Rotate the locking dip over the detent (dimple) into the,
notch in the body. It should move easily. and be held in the
locked position by a combination of the detent and bronze
thrust wash-er. Be sure the screw is tight and clip is fully in
the locked position.
• Test mobility: This Rope Grab was designed to function with
a. minimum of effort ove upward by pulling.up on the ring,
the Rope Grab should move easily upwards. ove
downward by lifting up on the ring enough-to release the
gripper and allow the weight of the unit to ' ove the Rope
Grab downwards. Repeat to ensure the freedom of
movement.
• Test the installation by pulling down sharply on the ring to
ensure that the mechanism locks onto the rope. Continued
on other side.
•
WARNING: WHEN IN U E, DO NOT REPO ITION / MOVE THE
UNIT BY HOLDING ON TO THE BODY OF THE ROPE GRAB. IF A
WORKER HOULD FALL WHILE HOLDING THE ,BODY OF THE
ROPE GRAB THEY MAY BE RE TRAINING THE LOCKING
MECHANI M, RENDERING IT UNABLE TO ARRE T THE FALL.
ERIOU INJURY COULD RE ULT. ee Diagrams 1 & 2.
• To assist the 'trailing' movement of the Rope Grab the
vertical life line should be held taught by attaching a 6 to 10
lb. weight or by securing the lifeline from below. The safest
method is determined by job site conditions and trained
personnel.
• Rope Grabs are designed for use in a one person fall arrester
restraint system with a maximum weight (person and
equipment) of 400 lbs.
• Anchor point should be capable of supporting a 5000 lb
(22.3kN) load and located directly above the user or twice
the intended load.
• Lanyards should be selected to meet the application with a
5000 lb (22.3kN) tensile strength on all components. ANSI
Z359.1 lanyard or twice the intended load. CSA Z259.2 - a
permanently attached 3 ft (0.6m) lanyard may be installed.
• Never allow rope or rope grab to contact any outside objects
during use. ake sure that your path is free and clear of
obstructions and hazards.
• Positioning the rope grab above user on the life line
minimizes falling distance.
• Calculate fall distance
• Avoid swing falls by working directly below the anchor point
whenever possible.
• If Rope Grab is subject to an arrest it should be removed
from service and discarded.
• After use, inspect as instructed above then clean and store.
Diagram 1: Correct
repositioning of Rope Grab
Diagram 2: Incorrect
repositioning of Rope Grab
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