Product Installation & Set-Up - Pelsue LG5 Series Product Manual

5.1 - Product Description & Capabilities (continued)
TEST LOAD
APPLIED AS
SHOWN
5000 LB.
[2268 KG]
PROOF LOAD
Figure 5.1b: LG5
Loading Diagram
Configuration 1
Additional requirements & Notes
• #LG5 Series Guard System must be set on a level surface prior to use.
• In order to ensure compliance, it is the user's responsibility to ensure that the supporting surroundings are capable
of withstanding all of the loads imparted to it by the proof-loaded #LG5 Guard System.
• #LG5 Series are only to be utilized within the guidelines and ratings presented in this manual and only by personnel
who are trained in the operation of this equipment as well as the practices of general confined space safety.
5.2 - Product Installation & Set-up
Prior to Operation, the #LG5 Series Rescue & Retrieval Manhole
Guard System should be configured and prepared according
to the following guidelines.
1. Pre-Operation Inspection:
It is necessary to perform a visual inspection, each time, prior to using
the product. If deficiencies are found, remove the product from service
and contact the T.A. Pelsue. regarding repair. The following checklist
coupled with Figure #5.2a should be used as a guide to determine
whether the equipment is in good operating condition prior to usage.
Equipment that is not in good condition can endanger the safety of
the entrant and attendant during use.
The Pre-Operation Visual Inspection is not limited to, but must include
the following items;
a. Check that all the cross bars are straight and that all welds do not
have cracks or fractures. Be certain that all cross bars are solidly
mounted & secure.
b. Check that the rear locking arm is securely attached and pivots
freely
c. Check that the apex-mounted anchor-points are fastened securely
to the apex structure, and swivel freely.
d. All leveling feet are present and adjustable.
e. All T-Handle latches are secured to the system and undamaged.
f. Verify that the Restraining Chain on the Upper Assembly is intact
and secure. Verify that the safety chains are present on the guard.
(Note: The safety chains on the guard are not meant to be a load
bearing mechanism.)
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TEST LOAD
APPLIED AS
SHOWN
3100 LB.
[1406 KG]
PROOF LOAD
Figure 5.1c: LG5
Loading Diagram
Configuration 2
UPPER ASSEMBLY
RESTRAINING CHAIN
SAFETY
CHAINS
#500995-001 - Product Manual: #LG5 Series Manhole Guard Retrieval System - Revision 06 - Date: 01-09-2018
3100 LB.
[1406 KG]
PROOF LOAD
Figure 5.1d: LG5
Loading Diagram
Configuration 3
LEVELING FEET
Figure #5.2a: #LG5 Series
Pre-Operation Inspection Points
TEST LOAD
APPLIED AS
SHOWN
APEx HUB
T-HANDLE
LATCHES
LOCkING
ARM