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IMPORTANT Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact SAFEWAZE™. IMPORTANT Record initial usage of product on Page 2, and Page 13. Competent Person inspections are required to be documented in the Inspection Log Table on Page 13.
INSPECTION LOG ................13 SAFETY INFORMATION ............... 14 LABELS ....................15 User Information Date of First Use: Serial#: Trainer: User: Do not throw away these instructions! Read and understand these instructions before using equipment! Page 2 V1.0 2019 Copyright SAFEWAZE...
This manual and any other instructional material must be available to the user of the equipment. The user must understand how to safely and effectively use the 018-6000 system, and all fall protection equipment used in conjuction with the 018-6000 system.
Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. SAFEWAZE™ connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s user’s instructions. See figure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners: •...
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To any object which is shaped or sized in a way that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and lock, or that roll-out could occur. • In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load. FIGURE 2 - INAPPROPRIATE CONNECTIONS Page 5 V1.0 2019 Copyright SAFEWAZE...
In the event of a fall that results in a situation where the fallen worker cannot be easily reached through conventional means, the 018-6000 Rescue Assist Kit can be used as a simple and fast rescue solution. The 018-6000 Rescue Assist Kit can be deployed by 1-3 persons in order to facilitate the necessary rescue operations demonstrated in this manual.
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Rescue Assist Rescue Assist Ratchet Neutral Ratchet Assembly in the Assembly in the Neutral mode lowering mode Fig. 10 This illustration indicates the Rescue Assist Ratchet Assembly in the lifting mode Page 9 V1.0 2019 Copyright SAFEWAZE...
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Note: The 018-6000 Rescue Assist Kit can be used up to 3 times before replacement would be required. All uses of the system are dependent upon the system passing inspection prior to, and after each use.
Inspection USER MUST KEEP INSTRUCTIONS AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE. Record Date of First Use. Prior to each use, inspect the 018-6000 for possible deficiencies including, but not limited to, corrosion, deformation, pits, burrs, rough surfaces, sharp edges, cracking, rust, paint buildup, excessive heating, alteration, and missing or illegible labels.
Competent Person other than the user must complete formal inspection at least annually. Competent person to inspect and initial table below: Date Inspection Items Corrective Action Initials Noted If equipment fails inspection IMMEDIATELY REMOVE FROM SERVICE Page 13 V1.0 2019 Copyright SAFEWAZE...
Pregnant women and minors must not use this equipment. Physical harm may still occur even if fall safety equipment functions correctly. Sustained post-fall suspension may result in serious injury or death. Use trauma relief straps to reduce the effects of suspension trauma. Page 14 V1.0 2019 Copyright SAFEWAZE...
Labels RESCUE ASSIST KIT MODEL #: 018-6000 RESCUE ASSIST KIT MODEL #: 018-6000 Kit includes: Ratchet Assembly, Kernmantle Rope, Rope Grab, Cable Grip, Edge Protector, Rescue Sling, (2) Carabiners, and Carry Bag 1 Person Rescue System with a total working weight: 310 lbs.