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Product Name: The Rack Part #: 15169 Instruction Manual Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
Notes Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Guardian Fall Protection The Rack. This manual must be read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA or any applicable state agency.
User Information Date of First Use: Serial #: Trainer: User: Worker Classifications Understand the following definitions of those who CAUTION work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards. Qualified Person: A person with an accredited degree or certification, and with extensive experience or sufficient professional standing, who is considered proficient in planning and reviewing the conformity of fall protection and rescue systems.
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.
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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.
Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage Repairs to The Rack can only be made by a Guardian Fall Protection representative or an entity authorized by Guardian. Contact Guardian for all maintenance and repair needs at: 1-800-466-6385. If The Rack fails inspection in any way, immediately remove it from service, and contact Guardian to inquire about its return or repair.
Product Specific Applications The Rack is not a component of a PFAS, and MUST ALWAYS be used in combination with a complete and compatible DANGER PFAS. NEVER make attachments to Suspension Bar other than those specified by this instruction manual. The Rack is intended to be installed over a compatible parapet wall to assist in window washing applications, and prevent fraying or breaking of suspension and tie-back ropes.
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.
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Compatibility: When making PFAS connections, eliminate all possibility of roll-out. Roll-out occurs when interference between a hook and the attachment point causes the hook gate to unintentionally open and release. All connections must be selected and deemed compatible with The Rack by a Competent Person. All connector gates must be self-closing and self-locking, and withstand minimum loads of 3,600 lbs.
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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’...
Installation and Use The Rack is a welded steel frame for placement on a building’s parapet, and functions to assist in window washing applications. Parapet must withstand loads of at least 5,000 lbs., as determined by a Qualified Person. Prior to Installation: 1.
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8. Attach compatible tie-back rope to Suspension Bar on The Rack. Then, attach tie-back rope to certified anchor point with minimum breaking strength 5,000 lbs. THIS ANCHOR POINT MUST BE DIFFERENT THAN THE ANCHOR POINT THE SAFETY LINE IS ATTACHED TO. 9.
Eliminate all risk of roll-out in PFAS. www.guardianfall.com NEVER use incompatible connectors. The Rack NEVER connect PFAS to The Rack. Part #: 15169 For window washing line protection ONLY. Date of Manufacture: NEVER allow lifeline contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces or edges.
Inspection Log User must inspect prior to EACH use. Competent Person other than user must complete formal inspection at least every 6 months. Competent Person to inspect and initial. Date of First Use: __________________. Product lifetime is indefinite as long as it passes pre-use and Competent Person inspections.
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