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R32 ACCESS RAIL SYSTEM
Certified
User Manual – Intended for specialized personnel or expert users
4393 09-18
WARNING! This product is part of a personal fall-arrest system. Manufacturer's instructions
must be provided for each component of the system. The user must read and understand
these instructions before using this equipment. They provide proper use, inspection and
maintenance information. Alterations or misuse of this equipment, or failure to follow these
instructions, may result in a fall or failure to arrest a fall leading to serious injury or death.
Please read these instructions carefully before installing, servicing, or operating the equipment.
This manual may be modified without notice. See: http://www.harkenindustrial.com for updated versions.
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- Page 1 R32 ACCESS RAIL SYSTEM Certified User Manual – Intended for specialized personnel or expert users 4393 09-18 WARNING! This product is part of a personal fall-arrest system. Manufacturer's instructions must be provided for each component of the system. The user must read and understand these instructions before using this equipment.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installing endstops Appendix A .............. 28-29 g Using removable endstops Reference documents, standards h Loading trolley assembly on rail Appendix B ..............EC Declaration of conformity Service and recertification centers ......32 Access Rail System – R32 Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 3: Introduction And Safety Precautions
This user manual contains important information for the correct use of the Access Rail system. Read it carefully before using the system. If you do not understand an instruction, contact Harken. Do not use the Access Rail system unless you have a sufficient level of training and experience in abseiling. Harken accepts no responsibility for damage or harm caused by not observing the safety requirements and instructions in this manual. -
Page 4: 1Parts
*To order black hardcoat-anodized, remove .CLEAR or .CLR from end of part number. Access Rail System – R32 HARKEN INDUSTRIAL EXCEPTION: The Access Rail system may be used for human suspension. WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. You must carefully read, understand, and follow all of the warnings and instructions in the... -
Page 5: Applications
Fall restraint - Rail plus a single trolley is designed for use as a mobile anchor point for fall restraint. Fall arrest - Rail plus a single trolley is also used for fall arrest. Fall arrest requires a shock-absorbing lanyard so falling force is reduced. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 6: Limitations
(3) meter rail segment with fasteners at 300 mm (11.8") centers. Test reports - Test reports available from Harken upon request. Free fall - Personal fall-arrest systems used with this equipment must be rigged to limit the free fall to no more than 1.8 m (6'). -
Page 7: System Requirements
4 kN (900 lbf). WARNING! Consult Harken when using this equipment in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in this manual. Altering or intentionally misusing this equipment may cause the system to fail which can cause a fall which could result in severe injury or death. -
Page 8: Requirements For Planning Installation
The Harken Access Rail system is fully tested and certified as a fall arrest anchor device. However, we have had a number of requests to approve alternative methods of fastening due to different construction and building techniques. -
Page 9: Proof Testing - Unknown Structure
If structure is damaged or test has failed, consult with engineer/surveyor or Harken to determine how to remedy the situation. WARNING! Do not use trolley for human suspension after testing to 1200 kg (2654 lb). Do not use for service. -
Page 10: Rail Installation Guidelines
5c Fastener material - All rail listed in this manual is designed to use stainless steel fasteners with Grade A4 70 (316) or Grade A2 70 (304) specification or greater. Harken does not recommend using aluminum fasteners for installation. The installer is responsible for the use of non-stainless steel fasteners and could be held liable. Fasteners must be designed to meet the requirements of controlling work at height regulations for country of use. -
Page 11: Thermal Expansion
It is not possible for Harken to predict the effects of thermal expansion on rail, especially with two (2) dissimilar materials, where the material of the mounting surface and anticipated temperature the system is subjected is not known. -
Page 12: Ceiling, Floor, Or Wall Mount
5j Angled wall mount - An angled wall mount must be limited to a maximum of 15° off vertical. It must be mounted so that the load on the shackle is taken no more than 15° beyond vertical. OVER 15° 15° Angled wall mount Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 13: Rail Installation Requirements
6 - RAIL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Installers are responsible for planning, installing and testing installation. Following are guidelines specifically relating to assembly of Harken parts. 6a Fastener distance to end of rail - Limit fastener distance to endstop or joint. At joints, use uncut rail ends and use fastener holes located closest to joint. -
Page 14: Loading Trolley Assembly On Rail
6h Loading trolley assembly on rail Carefully align trolley assembly with rail and gently roll into place. If balls are lost, trolley assembly must not be used. See 13c. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 15: Installation Testing
Mechanical anchors for fasteners must be pull tested every 10 years. Follow the installation pull test procedure "7C" above. 7e Test scheduling and records - Further testing and inspection of the Access Rail system should be incorporated into standard operating practices and into the EXAMINATION/REPAIR HISTORY in section 16. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 16: Training And Access To Manual
Alterations or misuse of this equipment, or failure to follow these instructions, may result in a fall or failure to arrest a fall leading to serious injury or death. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 17: Operating Pinstop
WARNING! Always be sure the removable pinstop is securely fastened to a pinstop INCORRECT hole in the rail. Failure to seat in a pinstop hole can result in a fall which could result in severe injury or death. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 18: Rescue Plan
12 - INSPECTION BEFORE EACH USE Before use, perform system ins pection on all components per manufacturer’s instructions. Following are Harken specific inspection procedures. 12a Inspect shackle - Check for signs of corrosion, cracks, or elongation. -
Page 19: Inspect Endstop Screws
WARNING! If trolley has been removed from rail, some balls may be lost. Do not use trol- Missing balls leys if balls are missing. Trolleys with miss- ing balls can come off rail, resulting in a fall, severe injury,or death. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 20: Annual Formal Inspection
Return com- plete trolley assembly to one of the service/recertification center listed on the back of this manual for advice. Use Torlon balls only Torlon is a registered trademark of Solvay Advanced Polymers L. L. C. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 21: Inspect Ball Bearing Quantity
10 mm ( ") Torlon 13d Replace missing or damaged ball bearings - Use only Harken replacement 10 mm (3/8") Torlon balls. To ® replace lost or damaged ball bearings, position trolley assembly on edge with retaining clip in place. Do not remove retaining clip. -
Page 22: Maintenance
It is important to clean trolley as excessive build-up of grease, dirt, and salt will restrict trolley movement. McLube is a registered trademark of McGee Industries, Inc. OneDrop is a trademark of McLube, a division of McGee Industries, Inc. Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 23: Labeling
Type examination and ongoing production control carried out by SATRA Technology Center (Notified body number 0321), Wyndham Way, Telford, Kettering, NN16 8SD, United Kingdom. Access Rail System – R32 Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 24: Customer Declaration
The manual of use and maintenance of the system, together with the attachments provided Provided end user training The as-installed drawing of the final system Place and date …………………………………………… The Customer (Stamp and signature) …………………….……………………….………………… Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 25: Statement Of Vision
Please note that every access to the building where the Harken Access Rail system is installed should be made by authorized and qualified personnel ONLY. It is therefore necessary, before using the Harken Access Rail system, that the user read this Use and Maintenance manual and complete the register below. -
Page 26: Periodic And Extraordinary Maintenance
All periodic and extraordinary maintenance must be recorded in the following register: MAINTENANCE REGISTER MAINTENANCE COMPANY RESPONSIBLE (Name and Surname) DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK OUTCOME Positive DATE Negative COMMENTS Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 27: Worldwide Limited Warranty
HARKEN, INC.. For products originally sold in the European Union, the limited warranty for the products is supplied by the dealer who sold the product through the Harken Distributors in that country. For products originally sold in the rest of the World, the limited warranty for the products is supplied directly by the Harken Distributors in that country. -
Page 28: Appendix A
Appendix A Reference Documents for Harken Access Rail Installation, Operation and Maintenance The following publications give detailed information to ensure a safe and legally compliant installation while offering guidance when designing, installing, testing, maintaining and using a comprehensive fall protection system: Testing and Certification –... -
Page 29: Appendix A
(Regulation 6). ‘Construction’ includes cleaning and maintenance work. Personal protective equipment at work. Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 Guidelines on the use of rope access for industrial purposes Industrial Rope Access Trade Association (IRATA) 2000 Access Rail System – R32 Access Rail System – R32... -
Page 30: Reference Documents, Standards
As the authorised EU representative established in the Community: HARKEN UK LTD declares that this product: HC10448; R32 Access Rail System is in conformity with the provisions of Council Directive 89/686/EEC and the harmonised standard; EN795:2012 Type B/D Protection against falls from a height – Anchor Devices also tested to and found to meet requirements of EN795:1996 clauses 4.2 and 4.3.4 for a Class D system. -
Page 32: Service And Recertification Centers
SERVICE / RECERTIFICATION CENTERS Manufacturer N15W24983 Bluemound Road, Pewaukee, Wisconsin 53072 USA Telephone: (262) 691-3320 Fax: (262) 701-5780 Cable: Harken Pewaukee • • Web: www.harken.com www.harkenindustrial.com • Email: harken@harken.com EU Representatives Harken UK Ltd Bearing House, Ampress Lane Lymington, Hampshire S041 8LW, England...
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