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DBI SALA EXOFIT NEX User Instruction Manual

DBI SALA EXOFIT NEX User Instruction Manual

Full body harness

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This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer's Instructions as required by ANSI Z359 and
CSA 259.10 and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA
WARNING: This product is part of a personal fall arrest,
restraint, work positioning, climbing, controlled descent,
or rescue system. The user must follow the manufacturer's
instructions for each component of the system. These
instructions must be provided to the user of this equipment.
The user must read and understand these instructions before
using this equipment. Manufacturer's instructions must be
followed for proper use and maintenance of this equipment.
Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow
instructions may result in serious injury or death.
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 of this manual.
DESCRIPTIONS:
The ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness is available in Vest (Figure 1)
and Cross-Over (Figure 2) styles confi gured with a variety of
features including the following:
Tech-Lite™ Aluminum D-Rings - Varied Locations: Front, Back,
Hips, Shoulders
Duo-Lok™ Quick Connect Buckles
Repel Technology Webbing
Hybrid Comfort Padding
Revolver™ Vertical Torso Adjusters
Tongue Buckle Body Belt
Suspension Trauma Straps
NOTE: Some features may not be available on all models of
the ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness.
Form: 5903027 Rev: A
USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EXOFIT NEX™ FULL BODY HARNESS
ExoFit NEX™
Full Body Harness
Model Numbers: (See back pages.)
© Copyright 2009, DB Industries, Inc.

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  • Page 1 ID label in the inspection and maintenance log in Section 9 of this manual. DESCRIPTIONS: The ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness is available in Vest (Figure 1) and Cross-Over (Figure 2) styles confi gured with a variety of features including the following: •...
  • Page 2 Figure 1 - ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Full Body Harness A. Shoulder Strap w/Hybrid Padding B. Duo-Lok™ Quick Connect Buckle C. Chest Strap D. Hybrid Chest Pad with i-Safe™ RFID Tag & Labels E. Revolver™ Torso Adjustor F. Tech-Lite™ Side D-Ring G. Leg Strap H. Tech-Lite™ Dorsal D-Ring I. Trauma Strap Figure 2 - ExoFit NEX™...
  • Page 3 (see Table 1). ExoFit NEX™ Harnesses included in this manual are full body harnesses and meet ANSI Z359.1, OSHA, and CSA Z259.10 requirements. See Figure 3 for application illustrations.
  • Page 4 Consider the following limitations/requirements prior to installing or using this equipment: CAPACITY: ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harnesses are designed for use by persons with a combined weight (clothing, tools, etc.) of no more than 420 lbs. (191 kg) Make sure all of the components in your system are rated to a capacity appropriate to your application.
  • Page 5 Figure 4 - Fall Clearance Connecting Subsystem (Energy Absorbing Lanyard shown) Working Level Lower Level or Obstruction Free Fall = 6 ft. (1.8 m) Max. (per ANSI Z359.1) Deceleration Distance Total Fall Distance = Free Fall (D) + Deceleration (E) SWING FALLS: Swing falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly Figure 5 - Swing Falls above the point where a fall occurs.
  • Page 6 DBI-SALA connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specifi ed in each product’s user’s instructions. See Figure 7 for illustration of the inappropriate connections stated below. DBI- SALA snap hooks and carabiners should not be connected: To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
  • Page 7 Figure 8 - Web Loop Connection Insert Lanyard Web Loop (A) through Web Loop or D-ring on harness (B). Insert opposite end of Lanyard through the Lanyard Web Loop. Pull the Lanyard through the connecting Web Loop to secure. 2.11 ANCHORAGE & ANCHORAGE STRENGTH: Anchorage and anchorage strength requirements are dependent on the full body harness application (see Figure 3).
  • Page 8 Use caution when using this equipment around moving machinery, electrical and chemical hazards, and sharp edges. BEFORE EACH USE: Before each use of this equipment inspect the ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness according to Section 5 of this manual.
  • Page 9 EXOFIT NEX™ VEST STYLE FULL BODY HARNESS: The ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Harness incorporates loops for a removable waist belt (see Figure 9). The belt can be installed through the two loops in the harness located in the lower back shoulder straps. The belt will pass through the harness just below the padded area.
  • Page 10 Figure 11 - Donning the ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Full Body Harness Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Duo-Lok™ Quick Connect Buckles Connection: Connect buckle ends by inserting the tab into the receptor until a click is heard. Strap Adjustment: Rotate Webbing Lock to unlocked position .
  • Page 11 EXOFIT NEX™ CROSS-OVER STYLE FULL BODY HARNESS: The ExoFit NEX™ Cross-Over Style Harness incorporates loops for a removable waist belt. The belt can be installed through the two loops in the harness located in the lower back shoulder straps (see Figure 10). The belt will pass through the harness just below the padded area.
  • Page 12 Figure 12 - Donning the ExoFit NEX™ Cross-Over Style Full Body Harness Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Duo-Lok™ Quick Connect Buckles Connection: Connect buckle ends by inserting the tab into the receptor until a click is heard. Strap Adjustment: Rotate Webbing Lock to unlocked position .
  • Page 13 5.0 INSPECTION i-Safe™ RFID TAG: The i-Safe™ RFID tag on the ExoFit NEX™ Harness (see Figure 14) can be used in conjunction with the i-Safe handheld reading device and the web based portal to simplify inspection and inventory control and provide records for your fall protection equipment.
  • Page 14 IMPORTANT: Extreme working conditions (harsh environments, prolonged use, etc.) may require increasing the frequency of inspections. INSPECTION: Inspect the ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness as follows: Step 1. Inspect harness hardware (buckles, D-rings, pads, loop keepers, vertical torso adjusters): These items must not be damaged, broken, distorted, and must be free of sharp edges, burrs, cracks, worn parts, or corrosion.
  • Page 15 Authorization must be in writing. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. STORAGE: Store the ExoFit NEX™ Full Body Harness in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where chemical vapors may exist. Thoroughly inspect the full body harness after extended storage.
  • Page 16 8.0 LABELING The following labels must be securely attached and fully legible: All Models ANSI Models CSA Models...
  • Page 17 ANSI Models CSA Models Vest Style Harness Cross-Over Style Harness...
  • Page 18 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:...
  • Page 19 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:...
  • Page 20 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:...
  • Page 21 ANSI Description Models Models 1113000 1113000C ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Harness with aluminum back d-ring, locking quick connect buckles (Size X-small) 1113001 1113001C ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Harness with aluminum back d-ring, locking quick connect buckles (Size Small) 1113004 1113004C ExoFit NEX™...
  • Page 22 Description Models Models 1113075 1113075C ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Harness with aluminum front, back and side D-rings, locking quick connect buckles (Size X-small) 1113076 1113076C ExoFit NEX™ Vest Style Harness with aluminum front, back and side D-rings, locking quick connect buckles (Size Small)
  • Page 23 Models Models 1113139 1113139C ExoFit NEX™ Construction Style Harness with aluminum back and side D-rings, tongue buckle legs and sewn-in hip pad and body belt (Size Medium) 1113142 1113142C ExoFit NEX™ Construction Style Harness with aluminum back and side D-rings, tongue buckle...
  • Page 24 WARRANTY Equipment offered by DBI-SALA is warranted against factory defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two years from date of instal- lation or use by the owner, provided that this period shall not exceed two years from date of shipment. Upon notice in writing, DBI-SALA will promptly repair or replace all defective items.