Product Name: SkyMast Part #: 00271; 00315; 00325; 00335; 00345 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment! Introduction Applicable Safety Standards Worker Classifications Product Specific Applications Limitations Components and Specifications Installation and Use Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage Inspection Inspection Log...
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection SkyMast. This manual must be User Information read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA or any Date of First Use: applicable state agency.
Product Specific Applications Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious WARNING injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point. Personal Fall Arrest: SkyMast may be used to support a MAXIMUM 3 PFAS for use in Fall Arrest applications.
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Compatibility: When making connections with SkyMast, eliminate all possibility of roll-out. Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes the hook gate to unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and deemed compatible with SkyMast by a Competent Person. All connector gates must be self-closing and self-locking, and withstand minimum loads of 3,600 lbs.
SkyMast Skyhook Anchors MUST be placed a MINIMUM 10’ from all leading edges of fall hazards. 1. Place SkyMast Skyhook Anchor over selected roof ridge. Anchor must lie flush with substrate. 2. Ensure all fasteners are those supplied by Guardian Fall Protection, or are deemed compatible by a Competent Person.
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• Wood/Metal installation: Install SkyMast Skyhook with (18) #14-10 2” screws (9 per side), as shown. All fasteners MUST be installed through roof sheathing and into roof truss or other compatible support beam. • Concrete installation: Must be done directly on substrate, and never through any intermediary substrates. Use same fastener configuration as wood/metal install.
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2. Place SkyMast Center Post over SkyMast Skyhook Anchor Connection Point. Secure Center Post to SkyMast Skyhook Anchor with supplied and attached Dowel Pin. SkyMast Center Post Dowel Pin Skyhook Connection Point 3. Attach assembled SkyMast Extension Legs and Cleats to Center Post, and secure with Dowel Pins. Center Post Dowel Pin Extension Legs...
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4. Install Cleats to roof with (24) #14-10 2” screws (12 per side), as shown. Fasteners MUST be installed through roof sheathing and be fully embedded into roof truss or compatible support beam. Install fasteners slightly off-center from each other to avoid splitting truss. Cleats MUST lie flush with substrate. If installing onto concrete, fasteners must be selected and deemed compatible by a Competent Person.
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage If SkyMast fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair. Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of SkyMast. Remove all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from SkyMast before and after each use.
Safety Information Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, WARNING are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards. Do not alter equipment.
Labels SkyMast Anchor 800-466-6385 6305 S. 231st St. www.guardianfall.com Kent, WA 98032 Part #: 00271 Prior to use, read and understand all instructions provided with equipment at time of shipment from manufacturer. Compliant with all OSHA 1910, OSHA 1926 Subpart M, ANSI Z359.1-2007, and ANSI A10.32-2012 regulations.