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DBI SALA Saflok User Instruction Manual

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SAFLOK VERTICAL LIFELINE ROPE POLE ANCHOR SYSTEM
This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer's Instructions requirement of applicable standards defi ned in
Section 1.2 and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by the identifi ed agencies.
WARNING: This product is part of a personal fall arrest system
manufacturer's instructions for each component or part of the complete system. These instructions must be
provided to the user of this equipment. The user must read and understand these instructions or have them
explained to them before using this equipment. Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper use and
maintenance of this product. Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow instructions may result in
serious injury or death.
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IMPORTANT: If you have questions on the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application,
contact Capital Safety.
IMPORTANT: Record the product identifi cation information from the ID label in the Inspection and Maintenance
Log in Section 9.
DESCRIPTION:
Figure 1 illustrates the components that comprise the Safl ok
consists of a dielectric Vertical Lifeline Rope (1A) passing through a formed Anchor Tube (1B). The Anchor Tube
drapes over the crossarm (or similar component) on a wooden utility pole and is placed with a Telescoping Hot
Stick (1C) and attached Installation/Removal Tool (1D) to suspend the lifeline vertically for attachment of a fall
arrest subsystem: Rope Grab (1E) with Shock Absorber (1F), and Full Body Harness. A Chain Tensioner (1G) and
Endless Loop Sling (1H) are provided to secure the bottom end of the lifeline to the base of the pole.
Item
Description
A
Vertical Lifeline Rope
B
Anchor Tube
C
Telescoping Hot Stick
(purchased separately)
D
Installation/Removal Tool
E
Rope Grab with
F
Shock Absorber
G
Chain Tensioner
H
Endless Loop Sling
I
Carabiner
J
Carrying Bag
J
E
G
H
I
1 Fall Arrest System: A system that prevents the worker from colliding with an obstruction or lower level by arresting a fall.
Form: 5903024 Rev: C
USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL:
Figure 1 - Safl ok Pole Anchor System
2104800/802
2104801/803
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Safl ok
Pole Anchor System
Model Numbers:
2104800, 2104801, 2104802, 2104803
. The user must read and follow the
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Pole Anchor System. The Pole Anchor System
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© Copyright 2010, DB Industries, Inc.
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  • Page 1 2104800, 2104801, 2104802, 2104803 USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL: SAFLOK VERTICAL LIFELINE ROPE POLE ANCHOR SYSTEM This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer’s Instructions requirement of applicable standards defi ned in Section 1.2 and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by the identifi ed agencies.
  • Page 2 1.0 APPLICATION PURPOSE: The Safl ok Pole Anchor System is is a Vertical Lifeline System for use as part of a Personal Fall Arrest ™ System (PFAS) when climbing and working on wooden utility poles (power poles, telephone poles, etc.). STANDARDS: Refer to local, state, and federal (OSHA) requirements governing occupational safety for additional information regarding Personal Fall Arrest Systems.
  • Page 3 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS: Connectors are considered to be compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to inadvertently open regardless of how they become oriented. Connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs.

  • Page 4: System Installation

    3.0 SYSTEM INSTALLATION PLANNING: Plan your Fall Arrest System before using the Safl ok Pole Anchor System. Consider all ™ limitations and requirements defi ned in Section 2 and the following logistical aspects: ANCHORAGE: Figure 4 illustrates anchorage locations for the Anchor Tube. Select a rigid anchorage point that is capable of sustaining the loads specified in Section 2.
  • Page 5 Step 3. Raise the Anchor Tube and Vertical Lifeline Rope to a position just below the Pole anchorage point: Free the trailing end of the Vertical Lifeline Rope of any knots, kinks, or tangles that might impede raising the Telescoping Extension Pole. Position the butt end of the Extension Pole on the ground below the anchorage point (Figure 7).
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION - ANCHORING THE VERTICAL LIFELINE ROPE: Once the Anchor Tube is correctly secured on the Wood Pole, the Vertical Lifeline Rope should be anchored at the top or bottom of the pole: To anchor the Vertical Lifeline Rope at the top of the Wood Pole with the Anchor Tube: Step 1.

  • Page 7: System Operation

    Figure 17 - Pole Anchor System Diagrams A Anchor Tube B Eye Splice C Carabiner D Dorsal D-Ring E Shock Absorber F Rope Grab G Chain Tensioner H Endless Loop Sling 4.0 SYSTEM OPERATION The Safl ok Pole Anchor System is designed for use with a Rope Grab in a single-person fall arrest system (see Figure 17). WARNING: Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment.
  • Page 8 WARNING: Consult your doctor if there is reason to doubt your fi tness to safely absorb the shock from a fall arrest. Age and fi tness seriously affect a worker’s ability to withstand falls. Pregnant women or minors must not use DBI-SALA Vertical Lifelines or subsystems.
  • Page 9 Maintin upward pressure on the Rope Grab’s Locking Cam as you climb to allow the Rope Grab to travel on the Vertical Lifeline Rope without locking. To assure smooth travel of the Rope Grab on the lifeline, apply tension to the Vertical Lifeline Rope. Lifeline tension can be achieved by adding a weight on the unanchored end of the Vertical Lifeline Rope or extending additional lifeline (in a hanging orientation) to provide weight.
  • Page 10 5.0 INSPECTION FREQUENCY: • Before Each Use: Visually inspect all components of the Safl ok Pole Anchor System per the guidelines defi ned in Section 5.2. Check the labels on the Rope Grab, Vertical Lifeline Rope, and Chain Tensioner (see Section 8) to verify that annual inspection is current. If the condition of any component in the system is in doubt, do not use.
  • Page 11 Before Every After Shock Absorber: Reference Figure 21. Each Use Year a Fall Step 1. Inspect the condition of the Carabiner (21M). The Carabiner must not be damaged or broken. It should be free of any sharp edges, burrs, cracks, worn parts, or corrosion. The Gate (21N) should move freely and lock upon closing.
  • Page 12 UNSAFE OR DEFECTIVE CONDITIONS: If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition in a component of the Saflok Pole Anchor System, remove the component from service and destroy it or contact an authorized service center for repair. Figure 22 - Inspection, Chain Tensioner...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    6.0 MAINTENANCE, STORAGE, AND TRANSPORT MAINTENANCE: Clean the Rope Grab, Shock Absorber, Chain Tensioner and Vertical Lifeline Rope with water and a mild soap solution. Wipe off hardware with a clean, dry cloth, and hang to air dry. Do not force dry with heat.

  • Page 14: Inspection And Maintenance Log

    9.0 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG SERIAL NUMBER: MODEL NUMBER: DATE PURCHASED: DATE OF FIRST USE: INSPECTION DATE INSPECTION ITEMS CORRECTIVE ACTION MAINTENANCE NOTED PERFORMED Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By: Approved By:...