MSA WORKMAN MINI PFL Use And Maintenance Instructions page 15

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. Function and Application: The Retractable type fall arrester is compliant to EN 360:2002 and EN 355:2002. The product consists of: a snaphook; housing;
retractable lanyard (line); load Indicator (See figures 4); and RFID tag (See figures 5). The line material is nylon webbing and it is marked on the product label
(see figure 8, pos. 13). The product is part of a fall arrest system to EN 363:2008 (Brazilian standard: ABNT NBR 14628; Argentina standard: IRAM 3605) when
attached to the fall arrest attachment of a fall arrest harness to EN 361 (Brazilian Standard: ABNT NBR 15836) and an appropriate anchor point. The product
shall not be used outside its limitations and intentions. See harness instructions for approved attachment points.
The product may be used to provide continuous fall protection while ascending, descending, or moving laterally. If a user falls, the device will automatically
stop the user's descent in a short distance while limiting the fall arrest force on the user's body.
For twin-leg configurations only: The product is intended to give users 100% tie-off when moving around the work site. One of the legs must be attached to an
appropriate anchorage connector while the user moves to the new location. At the new location, attach the second leg to an appropriate anchorage connector
before disconnecting the original leg. Repeat this procedure until the final destination has been reached.
The product is RFID enabled. For more information on how to use RFID for the product, visit www.msanet.com/fieldid.
Set up the PFL directly above the user for vertical fall arrest applications. A qualified person must review and approve applications horizontally or inclined and
as a restraint. Do not use the PFL as a positioning device.
2. Training: It is the responsibility of the user of MSA Retractable type fall arrester to assure that they are made familiar with these User Instructions and trained
by a competent person. Ensure that you have been adequately trained in the use of this product equipment and make sure that you fully understand how it
works.
Chemical hazards, heat and corrosion may damage the product. More frequent inspections are required in these environments. Do not use in environments
with temperatures lower than -40°C and greater than 60°C.
3. Rescue plan: The user must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it; and that plan must take into account the equipment and
special training necessary to affect prompt rescue under all foreseeable conditions. There should be direct or indirect visual contact or some other means of
communication with the rescue at all times during the rescue process.
4. Compatibility of system parts: All components connected to this product MUST be compatible. There are hazards that may arise by the use of combinations
of items of equipment in which the safe function of one item is affected by or interferes with the safe function of another. MSA Retractable type fall arresters
are designed to be used with MSA approved components and connecting subsystems. Connecting subsystems must be suitable for use in the application
(e.g. fall arrest). Refer to the manufacturer's instructions supplied with the component or connecting subsystem to determine suitability. Contact MSA with any
questions or for further information.
5. Physical limitations: The product is designed for one user whose weight, including clothing, tools, and other user-borne objects are less than the load
capacity 140 Kg. Good physical condition is necessary in order to carry out work at a height. Certain medical conditions can threaten the users' safety during
normal use of this product and in emergencies (taking medications, cardiovascular problem, etc.). In any case of doubt, consult your physician before using.
Pregnant women and minors MUST NEVER use the product.
6. Operating Procedure:
Connect carabiner or snaphook to back D-ring of harness. Be sure the connector gate is completely closed and locked.
For twin-leg configuration: Connect units to harness (see Figure 2). Be sure the carabiner gate is completely closed and locked.
Be sure the snaphook's gate is completely closed and locked. User must pull quickly on the line and the unit must lock. Inspect the product to make sure that
the product doesn't undergo the drop or force, and the product must be in good working condition before use.
7. An annual inspection of the product is required. This inspection can only be carried out by the manufacturer, or organization authorized by the manufacturer.
Regardless of condition, any webbing must be replaced every 5 years.
The product MUST be regularly inspected to verify that it is in serviceable condition. (See Inspection Guideline (8))
8. Inspection Guideline:
The product must be inspected before each use to verify it is in serviceable condition.
Inspect the cable or webbing and clean regularly.
Do not oil the product.
Check the casing for any foreign debris.
Labels and warnings should be legible.
Confirm product locks by quickly pulling line out of the housing. The product must lock and remain locked until line tension is relaxed.
Check to see if the load indicator has been activated. If the load indicator shows signs of activation or there is a sign shows that the product underwent the
drop or force, the product must be returned to the manufacturer, or organization authorized by the manufacturer.
The following factors can reduce the performance of the product and its lifespan: incorrect storage, incorrect use, fall arrest, mechanical warping, contact with
chemicals (acids and alkalis), exposure to high temperatures.
Do not use the product if inspection shows an unsafe condition, until confirmed in writing by a competent person that it is safe to do so.
9. To approximate required clearance:
Measure the distance from the anchorage to the User's back D-Ring for all possible fall hazards. Both vertical and horizontal distances are required; these
should be rounded up to the nearest 0.3 m. Use the numbers on the side and top of the appropriate chart to locate the anchorage. The value in that block of
the chart is the minimum required clearance between the User's Working Surface and the Nearest Obstruction in feet. Each block in the figure represents a
0.3 m distance from the User's back D-ring.
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