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3M Flexiguard 8560025 User Instruction Manual

3M Flexiguard 8560025 User Instruction Manual

Counterweight rail fall arrest system

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Figure 1 - Flexiguard™ Counterweight Rail Fall Arrest System (FAS)
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Slope Indicator
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Glide Rail & Glide 4-Wheeled Trolley
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Tie-back Supports
WARNING:
This product is part of a personal fall arrest system
instructions for each component or part of the complete system. These instructions must be provided to the user/rescuer utilizing
this equipment. The user/rescuer 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. If this product is resold outside the original
country of destination, the re-seller must provide these instructions in the language of the country in which the product will be
used.
IMPORTANT:
If you have questions about the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application, contact Capital
Safety.
IMPORTANT:
Before using this equipment, record the product identification information from the ID label in the Inspection and
Maintenance Log at the back of this manual.
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Fall Arrest System: A system that prevents the worker from colliding with an obstruction or lower level by arresting a fall.
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Rescuer: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system.
Form: 5903683 Rev: D
CEN/TS 16415: 2013
CE Type Test
CE Production Quality Control
No. 0086
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BSI Product Services
Kitemark Court
Davy Avenue
Knowlhill, Milton Keynes
Knowlhill, Milton Keynes
MK5 8PP, UK
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No. 0086
Model Number: 8560012, 8560024, 8560025, 8560124
Kitemark Court
Davy Avenue
USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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must read and follow the manufacturer's
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Summary of Contents for 3M Flexiguard 8560025

  • Page 1 Fall Arrest System: A system that prevents the worker from colliding with an obstruction or lower level by arresting a fall. Rescuer: Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system. Form: 5903683 Rev: D © 3M 2017...
  • Page 2: System Requirements

    1.0 APPLICATIONS PURPOSE: Personal Protective Equipment against falls from a height The Counterweight Rail Fall Arrest System (Figure 1) combines easy access to elevated work areas with fall protection from the ground for the duration of the work performed. The system includes a Horizontal Rail Assembly with Trolleys that ride in Track Rails to any position along the Rail Assembly.
  • Page 3 To a D-ring to which another connector is attached. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate. NOTE: Large throat snap hooks should not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar objects which will result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates.
  • Page 4 3.0 TROLLEYS Glide Rail Trolleys: Table 1 presents the Trolley option and defines the Trollies for your frame system. Table 1 - Trolleys Four-Wheeled, Small-Eyed SRL Trolleys Connection point for SRLs attached with an approved Double-Locking Carabiner. Small eye minimizes loss of overhead clearance, keeping the worker’s attachment point as high as possible relative to their dorsal D-Ring.
  • Page 5: Operation And Use

    4.0 OPERATION AND USE WARNING: Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. WARNING: Consult Capital Safety when using this equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual. Some subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment.
  • Page 6 Figure 4 - Fall Clearance & Swing Fall Falls Swing Fall Hazard Fall Clearance REQUIREMENTS FOR PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEMS (PFAS): PFAS used with the rail system must meet applicable CE requirements. • The PFAS should be rigged to minimize any potential free fall and never allow a free fall greater than 6 ft.
  • Page 7 Step 3. Don a Full Body Harness: Don a Full Body Harness per the manufacturer’s instructions. Step 4. Connect the SRL Lifeline to the Full Body Harness: Connect the Self Locking Snap Hook or Self Locking/Self Closing Carabiner on the end of the SRL Lifeline to the Front or Back D-Ring on the Full Body Harness.
  • Page 8: Inspection Steps

    5.0 TRAINING It is the responsibility of the user to assure they are familiar with these instructions, and are trained in the correct care and use of this equipment. Users must also be aware of the operating characteristics, application limits, and the consequences of improper use of this equipment. IMPORTANT: Training must be conducted without exposing the trainee to a fall hazard.
  • Page 9 LABELING The following labels should be securely attached to the Flexiguard system and fully legible: PORTABLE COUNTERWEIGHTED FlexiGuard RAIL SYSTEM CUSTOM FALL PROTECTION SOLUTIONS OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: ENGAGE THE FRONT OR SIDE FORK POCKETS WITH A FORKLIFT CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE ENTIRE SYSTEM WEIGHT. STEP 2: POSITION SYSTEM SO THAT GLIDERAIL IS OVER THE DESIRED WORK SURFACE.
  • Page 10: Inspection And Maintenance Log

    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: Approved By:...
  • Page 11 Lebenslange Garantie mit Einschränkung LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Endbenutzer-Garantie: CAPITAL SAFETY garantiert dem ursprünglichen Endbenutzer („Endbenutzer“), dass seine Produkte unter normalem Gebrauch und Betrieb frei von Material- und Herstellungsfehlern Warranty to End User: CAPITAL SAFETY warrants to the original end user (“End User”) that its sind.
  • Page 12 Canada Australia & New Zealand 3833 SALA Way 260 Export Boulevard 95 Derby Street Red Wing, MN 55066-5005 Mississauga, ON L5S 1Y9 Silverwater Toll Free: 800.328.6146 Phone: 905.795.9333 Sydney NSW 2128 Phone: 651.388.8282 Toll-Free: 800.387.7484 Australia Fax: 651.388.5065 Fax: 888.387.7484 Phone: +(61) 2 8753 7600 solutions@capitalsafety.com info.ca@capitalsafety.com...

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