Falltech 7262 Instructions Manual page 5

 Don't release the lifeline allowing it to "free wheel" (see Section 7) or retract back
uncontrolled into the device.
 Don't attempt to open, repair or alter this device in any way unless trained and
certified to do so by FallTech.
 Don't knot, clamp, or rig lifeline in any fashion as to inhibit its automatic retraction
function.
 Don't use the device if it does not lock or retract automatically.
 Don't use this SRL with the cable fully extended. FallTech recommends using this
SRL with a maximum of 90% of the working length extended.
If you have access to the internet, please go to www.osha.gov. This website is an
exceptional resource, and has a great deal of information which is easy to access. Use
the search field to find information on fall arrest, including standards, news,
interpretations and other valuable tools. The more you know about how this product
works and how it is supposed to be used, the safer you will be during the course of
your work.
Product selection is an important element of fall protection. Fall Arrest products
are like any other tools that you may use in the course of your work – there is a proper
tool for every application. You may find that while this product is suitable for some
applications, it may not be suitable for others. Please be sure to pay close attention to
sections 2, 3, and 4, for greater detail on this point.
Making compatible connections may mean the difference between life and death.
Connectors (snap hooks, rebar hooks and carabiners), must be of the locking type and
require two distinct actions to open the gate. Your connectors must be sized and
shaped so that the rings or structural members to which they are attached will not
pose a risk of forcing the gate open, and must fully captivate the connector so that it
cannot become disengaged, slide or shift during use or in the event of a fall.
Certain connections are forbidden and should never be attempted with this product
or any other unless there is a specific allowance in the manufacturer's instructions.
Forbidden connections include, but are not limited to:
 Two or more connectors to one d‐ring are a forbidden connection.
 A connection that rests on or loads the gate is a forbidden connection.
 A connection that does not allow the gate to close and lock is a forbidden
connection.
 Two or more connectors attached to one another are a forbidden connection.
 Connecting directly to webbing, rope, cable (wire rope) is a forbidden connection.
 Connecting directly to a horizontal lifeline is a forbidden connection.
 Tie‐back with your FallTech Web SRL is a forbidden connection.
 Connecting to any ring or structure that does not fully captivate and completely
restrict the movement your connector is a forbidden connection.
Section 2: ABCD's
Every Personal Fall Arrest System consists of four basic elements – Anchorage, Body‐
wear, Connectors/Connecting Devices and Deceleration Devices. Each of these four
elements is discussed in greater detail below. If, after reading though this section, you
do not fully understand these items and how they work together to form a compatible
fall arrest system, please be sure to have this explained to you by a Competent Person.
It is absolutely critical that you be familiar with the proper wear and/or use of each
component of your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS). Failure to read, understand and
adhere to instructional materials and warnings provided with each of these components
could lead to a catastrophic failure of your PFAS, resulting in serious injury or death.
Advisory #1: Further Reading
Advisory #2: Proper product selection
Advisory #3: Connector Compatibility
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