Miller FALCON MP20 Operation And Maintenance Manual

Miller FALCON MP20 Operation And Maintenance Manual

Falcon series self-retracting lifelines

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MILLER
FALCON SERIES SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINES
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WARNING:
ALL PERSONS USING THIS EQUIPMENT MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
FALCON RETRACTABLE LIFELINES
®
The Miller
Falcon Series Retractable Lifelines are self-contained retractable lifelines designed to be used
by personnel in applications where fall protection in combination with unrestricted worker mobility is
needed.
Proper use of fall arrest systems can save lives and reduce the potential of serious injuries from a
fall. The user must be aware that forces experienced during the arrest of a fall or prolonged
suspension may cause bodily injury. Consult a physician if there is any question about the user's
ability to use this product. Pregnant women and minors must not use this product.
Falcon Series Models MP20 & MP30
Carabiner
Fasteners
Housing
Stainless Steel Swivel
Front Label
Back Label w/Identification Insert (back)
Ferrules
Cable
Self-Locking Snaphook
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Summary of Contents for Miller FALCON MP20

  • Page 1 FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. FALCON RETRACTABLE LIFELINES ® The Miller Falcon Series Retractable Lifelines are self-contained retractable lifelines designed to be used by personnel in applications where fall protection in combination with unrestricted worker mobility is needed.
  • Page 2: Warnings And Limitations

    • Never use the Carry Handle (MP50 & 65) as an attachment point. • Do not use the unit if it has been subject to fall arresting forces. Return the unit to Miller Fall Protection or an authorized service center.
  • Page 3: Installation

    • Failure to follow instructions could cause serious injury or death. • Note: All Miller Falcon models can be coupled with a 928LS Shock-Absorber for users that weigh between 311 and 400 lbs. (141 and 181 kg.) The 928LS must be mounted between the back D-ring of the user’s harness and the snaphook of the Falcon.
  • Page 4: Operation & Inspection

    Miller mounting device. The anchorage connector and anchorage point must be capable of supporting 5,000 Ibs. (22kN) or meet OSHA 1926.502 requirements for a safety factor of two.
  • Page 5: Maintenance

    V. MAINTENANCE A. SERVICING Servicing must only be carried out by a Miller Fall Protection approved service technician trained in the repair and service of Miller Fall Protection Falcon Series fall arrest lifeline systems/devices. A record log of all servicing and inspection dates for this device must be maintained by the company safety officer.
  • Page 6 BACK WARNING LABEL (FIG. B) FIG. B INSTALLATION • SEE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MOUTING PROCEDURE. • ANCHORAGE AND MOUNTING HARDWARE MUST BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING A 5,000 LB. (22kN) STATIC LOAD OR MEET OSHA 1926.502 REQUIREMENTS FOR A SAFETY FACTOR OF TWO. •...
  • Page 7 MILLER FALCON - MP SERIES SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINES MODEL SPECS Model LifeLine Material Length Weight (lbs.) A (inches) B (inches) C (inches) 3/16” (4.8mm) MP20G 20’ (6.2m) 8.9 (4.0kg) 12.1 (30.8cm) 8.4 (21.3cm) 4.0 (10.2cm) galvanized cable 3/16” (4.8mm) MP20SS 20’ (6.2m) 8.9 (4.0kg)
  • Page 8: Material Specifications

    MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS Housing: High Impact Nylon Fasteners: Stainless Steel Top Swivel: Stainless Steel Ferrules: Aluminum or Copper Cable: Galvanized or Stainless Steel Snaphook: Drop Forged Steel Brake Pawls: Bronze Drum: Aluminum Frame Plates: Aluminum or Stainless Steel Power Spring: Stainless Steel Mainshaft: Stainless Steel TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Max Working Load: 310 lbs -140.62 kg...
  • Page 9 Model: MP16P/16FT or MP20P/20FT New Product Information/Instruction Manual Insert: We would like to thank you for your purchase of Miller Fall Protection equipment. Please carefully read this supplemental Instruction and specification sheet. It contains special instructions, inspections and maintenance procedures that are unique to the Falcon 16ft/20ft product line, and should be referenced in addition to the Miller Falcon instruction booklet also included with this product.
  • Page 10 WARNING! THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES AN OVERVIEW OF FALL PROTECTION PRODUCTS AVAILABLE FROM MILLER FALL PROTECTION AND CARE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO ASSURE THE ACCURACY OF THE DATA. IT DOES NOT PROVIDE IMPORTANT PRODUCT WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. MILLER FALL PROTECTION RECOMMENDS ALL USERS OF FALL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT UNDERGO THOROUGH TRAINING, AND THAT ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED WITH THE PRODUCTS BE THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD PRIOR TO EACH USE.

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