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USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL TEMPORARY VERTICAL EN 353-2:2002 ROPE LINE SYSTEMS THESE INSTRUCTIONS APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING MODELS: AFA950001, AFA950201, AFA950202, AFA951201, AFG801010, AFG801013 and AFG801011...
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Ÿ equipment record table of this manual. If you have questions on the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application, contact KStrong. Ÿ The Temporary Anchorage Line system is classed as a Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) by the European PPE Regulation (EU)2016/425 and have been shown to comply with this Directive through the Harmonized European Standard EN 353-2:2002.
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System Components Alloy Steel Openable Rope Grab AFG801001 permanently stitched with Spacing Strap Steel Snap Hook AFA950202 Anchorage Line: Polyamide Twisted Rope of dia 14mm to 16mm Has coloured tracer yarn which loses its colour in due course of time, to show that the rope is now unfit for further use.
Electrical Hazards: Due to the possibility of electric current flowing through this equipment or connecting components, use Ÿ extreme caution when working near high voltage power lines. Component Compatibility: The rope grab addressed by these instructions is intended for use with KStrong lifelines and lifeline Ÿ subsystems only.
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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. KStrong connectors (snap hooks and karabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product's user instructions. KStrong snap hooks and karabiners should not be connected:- To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
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WARNING: Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equipment. Consult KStrong if using this equipment with components or subsystems other than those Ÿ described in this manual. Some subsystem and component combinations may interfere with the operation of this equipment.
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OPERATION AND USE: Before each use of this equipment, carefully inspect it to ensure that it is in good working ANCHORAGE POINT condition. Do not use if inspection reveals an unsafe condition. Plan your fall arrest or restraint system before starting your work. Consider all factors that affect your safety Ÿ...
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Ref. AFA950001, AFA950201, AFA950202 POSSIBLE USAGE: The fall arrestor, models AFA950001, AFA950201 and AFA950202 is a guided type fall arrestor on a flexible anchorage line made of a three strand polyamide rope of 14-16mm diameter. It accompanies the user without requiring manual adjustment during upward or downward movement, and locks automatically on the anchorage line when a fall occurs.
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Ref. AFA951201 POSSIBLE USAGE: The fall arrestor, model AFA951201 , is a guided type fall arrestor on a flexible anchorage line made of a kernmantle rope of dia 12.0mm. It accompanies the user without requiring manual adjustment during upward or downward movement, and locks automatically on the anchorage line when a fall occurs.
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Ref. AFG801010-XX / AFG801013-XX POSSIBLE USAGE: The fall arrester, model AFG801010-XX / AFG801013-XX is a guided type fall arrester on a flexible anchorage line made of Kernmantle rope of dia 12 mm. It accompanies the user without requiring manual adjustment during upward or downward movement, and locks automatically on the anchorage line when a fall occurs.
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Ref. AFG801011-XX POSSIBLE USAGE: The fall arrester, model AFG801011-XX , is a guided type fall arrester on a flexible anchorage line made of Kernmantle rope of Dia 11.0mm. It accompanies the user without requiring manual adjustment during upward or downward movement, and locks automatically on the anchorage line when a fall occurs.
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POSITIONING THE ROPE GRAB ON THE LIFELINE: Using the lanyard connected to the rope grab, pull up slightly on the rope grab locking hockey to release it from the locked position. Ÿ Always keep a minimum of 3.7m (12 feet) of rope below the rope grab to accommodate locking distance and fall clearance. Using the connected lanyard, raise or lower the rope grab to the desired location.
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Note: To maintain the longevity of the self-retractable blocks, KStrong strongly recommends to get them serviced at a KStrong Authorized Service Centre only. If not, KStrong shall not be liable for any warranty claims.
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MARKING HAUT (vi) ALTO The Fall Arrester is marked with : The CE mark showing that the product meets the requirements of the European PPE Ø 12mm Regulation (EU) 2016/425 (ii) Identification of the manufacturer (iii) Type or product code EN 353-2 (iv) UID for traceability AFA951201...
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SATRA Technology Europe Ltd, Bracetown Business Park, Clonee, Dublin D15 YN2P Ireland (Notified Body 2777) Ongoing Assessment Body: SGS Fimko Oy, Takomotie 8, FI-00380 Helsinki, Finland (Notified Body 0598) For EU Declaration, please visit https://kstrong.com/asia/eu-declaration-form/ KStrong Inc. 150 N. Radnor Chester Road Suite F200...
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