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- Page 1 Product Name: Armadillo Part #: 00245 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
OSHA or any applicable state agency. This and any other included instructions must be made available to the user of the equipment. The user must understand how to safely and effectively use the Armadillo, and all fall safety equipment used in combination with the Armadillo. -
Page 4: Applicable Safety Standards
User Information Date of First Use: Serial #: Trainer: User: Applicable Safety Standards When used according to instruction specifications, this product meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1-2007, and ANSI A10.32-2012 standards for fall protection. -
Page 5: Safety Information
Safety Information Failure to understand and comply with safety regulations may result in serious injury or death. Regulations included herein are not all-inclusive, WARNING are for reference only, and are not intended to replace a Competent Person’s judgment or knowledge of federal or state standards. Do not alter equipment. - Page 6 Equipment that fails inspection in any way must immediately be removed from use, or repaired by an entity approved by the manufacturer. No on-site repair of equipment unless explicitly permitted by Guardian Fall Protection. Equipment subjected to forces of fall arrest must immediately be removed from use.
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Page 7: Maintenance, Cleaning, And Storage
Cleaning after use is important for maintaining the safety and longevity of Armadillo. Remove all dirt, corrosives, and contaminants from Armadillo before and after each use. If Armadillo cannot be cleaned with plain water, use mild soap and water, then rinse and wipe dry. NEVER clean Armadillo with corrosive substances. -
Page 8: Product Specific Applications
WARNING injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point. Personal Fall Arrest: Armadillo may be used to support a MAXIMUM 1 Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) for use in Fall Arrest applications. Structure must withstand loads applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 5,000 lbs. -
Page 9: Limitations
Limitations Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all other applicable factors. - Page 10 All connections must be selected and deemed compatible with Armadillo by a Competent Person. All connector gates must be self-closing and self-locking, and withstand minimum loads of 3,600 lbs. See the following for examples of...
- Page 11 Correct Anchorage Positioning: This chart details allowable working zones required to reduce risk of swing falls and improper side loading. ALWAYS adhere to information specified by chart. Anchor Distance Working Distance Working Angle From Along Roof Edge From Leading Edge (Y) (Either Direction) (X) Perpendicular (Ø) 6’...
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Page 12: Components And Specifications
Components and Specifications Materials: aluminum, stainless steel, zinc-plated steel, and rubber. Locking Bar Small Large Triple-Locking Carabiner Casters (4) SRL Carriage... -
Page 13: Installation And Use
Hitch Pin. 4. Insert Small Locking Bar through Armadillo Body installation location and over SRL body, and secure with corresponding Hitch Pin. 5. Ensure SRL is fully secured into Armadillo Body, and that no possibility exists for accidental detachment. Hitch Pins... -
Page 14: Labels
3. Attach SRL connector to applicable harness D-ring. All connections must be selected and deemed compatible All (4) Casters MUST remain in contact with the Armadillo by a Competent Person. with work surface at all times. WARNING Materials: Aluminum, stainless steel, zinc-plated steel, 90125 &... -
Page 15: Inspection Log
Competent Person inspections. This inspection log must be specific to one Armadillo. Separate inspection logs must be used for each Armadillo. All inspection records must be made visible and available to all users at all times. If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE.
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