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Form No: 8516182 Rev: A
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Summary of Contents for DBI SALA BASIC Series

  • Page 1 Form No: 8516182 Rev: A...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of a Unique Concepts Man Rated Confined Space Entry/Retrieval System Winch to compliment your entry/retrieval operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to comply with the requirements of OHSA 1910, ANSI Z 359.1-1992, ANSI Z117.1-1995 &...

  • Page 4: Safety Alert Symbol

    SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This Safety Alert symbol means The Safety Alert symbol identifies important ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! safety messages on your equipment and in the YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury of death. Follow the instructions in the safety message.

  • Page 5: General Safety

    SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY 1. Read, understand and follow the User Manual and all safety signs YOU are responsible of the SAFE before using, maintaining or operation, maintenance and inspection of inspecting the equipment. your Unique Concepts Man Rated Confined Space Entry/ Retrieval System Winch. YOU 2.
  • Page 6 OPERATING SAFETY 13. Do not use the equipment around physical or environmental hazards. This list includes but is not limited to: 1. Read, understand and follow the a. Corrosion that may affect the structural Operator’s Manual and signs on the integrity of the life line or other equipment before using, maintaining or components .
  • Page 7 OPERATING, NEW OPERATOR OR OWNERS It is the responsibility of the owner’s organization or operator to read this The “Basic” Series Winch is designed to manual and to train all other operators attach to a person (entrant) and allow them before they start working with the to enter a confined space and assist in equipment.

  • Page 8: Operating Safety

    OPERATING SAFETY 12. Establish a regular training program for 1. Read, understand and follow the User new and experienced workers. Manual and signs on the equipment before using, maintaining or inspecting 13. Establish a detailed inspection program the equipment. for your equipment and document the findings.

  • Page 9: Principle Components

    PRINCIPLE COMPONENTS A Crank Arm The “Basic” Series Winch is designed to B Crank Handle extend and retract a lifeline from a drum for attaching to a person who is entering or C Cover exiting a confined space. It is designed with D Brake Indicator a double redundant braking system to hold E Drum...

  • Page 10: Pre-Operation Inspection

    PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION It is necessary to perform a detailed visual inspection prior to using the winch. If deficiencies are found, remove the winch from service and return to Unique Concepts Ltd. or authorized service center for rework. This checklist should be used as a guide to determine whether the equipment is in good operating condition prior to using.
  • Page 11 APPLICATIONS 5. Limitations 1. General Operators must be aware of several The Unique Concepts “Basic” Series limitations on the use of the winch Man Rated Confined Entry/Retrieval whenever it is used and plan their work System Winch is designed to be used in accordingly.

  • Page 12: System Requirements

    SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS d. Load Capacity: Do not exceed the winch capacity of 310 lbs. (141 kg) (includes people, The Unique Concepts “Basic” Series Winch harness, tools etc). Do not carry is a component in a Confined Space more than one person at a time on Entry/Retrieval System.

  • Page 13: Field Operation

    3.5 FIELD OPERATION OPERATING SAFETY 1. Read, understand and follow the User Manual and signs on the equipment 12. Establish a regular training program for before using, maintaining or inspecting new and experienced workers. the equipment. 13. Establish a detailed inspection program 2.
  • Page 14 the gate or keeper to accidentally The Unique Concepts “Basic” Series Winch open or release. Do not take a is designed for use in many applications chance with safety. Only use including but not limited to work positioning, approved components. personnel riding, rescue or confined space entry/retrieval.
  • Page 15 Emergency During rescue or emergency procedures, the winch anchorage must be capable of supporting at least 1500 lbs. Always use a full- body harness when moving people. People can be seriously injured during rescue or in an emergency situation if they are not supported in an approved full body harness.
  • Page 16 d. Pull on the cable with at least 10 lbs. Force and turn the crank arm counterclockwise to extend cable. Refer to applicable Structure Manual(s) for cable threading instructions. Figure 4 Cable Extended (Typical) e. Be sure the cable crimps, thimble, swivel and snap-lock connector are in good condition and functioning as intended.
  • Page 17 B. Removal: a. Disconnect the snap hook from harness. Maintain at least a 10 lb. load on the cable to keep the cable tight on the spool. b. Turn the crank handle clockwise to retract the cable through the pulley and rollers of the structure (if applicable) while maintaining a 10 lb.
  • Page 18 7. System-Integrity The entrant should always verify the intergrity of the attachment and system before entering a confined space. To verify the integrity of the system, follow this procedure: a. Connect the snap hook to the dorsal ring of the full body harness. b.
  • Page 19 9. Entering Confined Space When entering confined space, follow this procedure: a. The entrant should move slowly and smoothly into the confined space (either vertical or horizontal). b. The attendant should turn the winch handle counter-clockwise to pay out the lifeline. IMPORTANT Do not use the winch if turning the handle clockwise pays out the lifeline.
  • Page 20 If the lifeline becomes tight or slack during entry, communicate with the entrant to determine whether there is a problem. Correct the problem before proceeding. The last 10 feet of the lifeline has a red marker and should not be unwound from the drum.
  • Page 21 11. Load Limiter Clutch The winch is designed with a load limiter clutch that activates when a short free fall has occurred and while brakes are engaged. The clutch will slow the fall gradually until it comes to a complete stop. There must be at least 10 feet of cable on the drum at all times for this clutch to be effective.
  • Page 22 13. Operating Hints a. Follow all applicable OHSA and ANSI Standards and local regulations when using this equipment. b. Train all new operators before allowing them to use the equipment. Conduct regular refresher training sessions with all experienced operators. c. Inspect and maintain the equipment on a regular basis.
  • Page 23 3.6 STORAGE Prior to storage, the winch should be thoroughly inspected and maintained. Return winch for repair or replacement of any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the next use. Follow this procedure: 1. Thoroughly clean the winch using mild soap on the body and labels.
  • Page 24 9. Entering Confined Space When entering confined space, follow this procedure: a. The entrant should move slowly and smoothly into the confined space (either vertical or horizontal). b. The attendant should turn the winch handle counter-clockwise to pay out the lifeline. IMPORTANT Do not use the winch if turning the handle clockwise pays out the lifeline.
  • Page 25 Weekly 1. Functional Inspection Perform a functional inspection. Refer to Section 4.2.2. Record results and keep documentation. AS REQUIRED Lubricate the Cable Use a light oil to lubricate the cable. Lubricating oil should only be applied to a clean dry cable. Use a stiff bristled brush to remove contaminants from the cable if it is dirty.
  • Page 26 INSPECTION 4.2.1 Visual Inspection A complete visual inspection should be performed on the system you are using prior to the operation. The following items should be checked; and the results recorded on the “Inspection Log” sheet (see Section 4.2.5). 1. Labels Check that all labels are clean and legible.
  • Page 27 5. Crank Arm Check that each handle on the crank arm is tight. Use Loctite 262 (or equivalent thread locker) on the anchor screw if required to deep them tight. Check that the crank arm slides easily into each drive pocket and that it locks securely in place.
  • Page 28 4.2.2 Functional Inspection A functional check should be performed on the winch prior to every use. The following 4. Brake Ratchet Mechanism functional tests should be done: The winch is designed with an internal ratchet that engages the brake 1. Winch Crank Rotation Direction continuously when the crank arm is The winch crank must turn in the turned.
  • Page 29 3.con’t Starting in September of 2000, new UCL Safety Systems Lifeline assemblies will incorporate a double-locking swivel snap with a built in overload indicator. These snaps are designed to visually identify lifeline assemblies that have been subjected to loading in excess of double the winch’s rated working load limit of 310 lbs.
  • Page 30 4.2.3 Detailed Inspection A detailed inspection should be done at the manufacturers winch factory on the winch every year. The inspection must include the following, results logged on the sample inspection form and retained in your files should anyone ask to see them.
  • Page 31 Check for broken wires Pull the cable out in small segments and flex to check for broken wires. NOTE The inspection of the cable is all based on the definition of a lay, core, strand and wire. A lay is where a strand makes one complete revolution around the core.
  • Page 32 Use the previous inspection logs to determine the total number of broken wires in a lay. Remove the cable and winch from service when: • There are three or more randomly distributed broken wires in one cable lay. • There are two or more broken ASSESS wires in one strand in one lay.
  • Page 33 Corrosion: Check for corrosion. Corrosion can be seen as a discoloration of the wires in most cases. Although there is no simple sure way to tell when corrosion has excessively weakened the cable, the inspection personnel must keep in mind that corrosion normally develops on the inside of the cable before it becomes visible on the outside.
  • Page 34 vii. Unlaying and Bird-Caging Check for unlaying and bird-caging of strands. This condition appears as the formation of gaps, loops and excessive clearance between strands. If this appears, remove the unit from service and return to the factory for rework. Figure 27 Cable Separation viii.
  • Page 35 4.2.5 Inspection Log 4.2.5.1 Winch Inspection Log Sample form. Copy page to start inspection log record book. Fill out using ball point pen. Model No.: Serial No.: Annual Re-Certification Date: Date of Inspection Counter Number Inspector Extension (CCW) Retraction (CW) Brakes FUNCTION Fasteners...
  • Page 36 4.2.5 INSPECTION LOG (con't) 4.2.5.2 WINCH CABLE INSPECTION LOG Sample Form. Copy page to start inspection log record book. Fill out using ball point pen. Model No. Serial No. Mfg. Date: Broken Wires At Fittings Cable Measured Excess In 1 Strand Broken Location* Diameter...
  • Page 37 LABELS 5.1 Warning Labels The types of labels and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various LABELS, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires you SAFETY AWARENESS.
  • Page 40 A Capital Safety Company CSG USA & Latin America CSG Canada CSG Northern Europe 3833 SALA Way 260 Export Boulevard Unit 7 Christleton Court Red Wing, MN 55066-5005 Mississauga, ON L5S 1Y9 Manor Park Toll Free: 800.328.6146 Phone: 905.795.9333 Runcorn Phone: 651.388.8282 Toll-Free: 800.387.7484 Cheshire, WA7 1ST...