Protekt HEXAPOD Instruction Manual

Protekt HEXAPOD Instruction Manual

Temporary anchor device
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EN 795/B
TS 16415/B

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

TM 12-2 safety hexapod is a component of personal protective equipment against fall from height. Hexapod is used to protect
employees (using Trolley B, Main Tripod Central Anchor Point or Beam Anchor Point) working in drainage wells, reservoirs,
wells, silos etc. during lifting loads (using Trolley A and Reinforced Leg Attachment Point and Main Tripod Lateral Attachment
Point). For personal protection hexapod must be used in conjuction with fall arrest equipment. Hexapod TM 12-2 is designed to
use with RUP 502-AT, RUP 503-T brake winches (for lifting loads) and RUP502-A, RUP 503 and CRW 300 rescue lifting devices
(for personal rescue purposes). TM 12-2 is composed from two independend main tripods and one 3-meter beam.
MAIN TRIPOD can be
used independently
(without beam)
as a single tripod.

CERTIFICATION AND COMPLIANCE WITH STANDARDS

a) EN 795:2012 type B
Equipment use as a transportable temporary anchor point for one person. EC certificate.
b) TS 16415:2013 type B
Equipment use as a transportable temporary anchor point for two people. Compliance with standard and document TS
16415/B:2013. Not covered by the EC certificate.
c) EN 1496:2006 type B
Equipment use with RUP 502-A / RUP 503 / CRW 300 as an rescue kit for maximum two people. Compliance with standard
and document EN1496/B:2006. Not covered by the EC certificate.
CONTENT OF THE IDENTITY LABEL
a) Device type.
b) Model symbol.
c) Reference number.
d) Number/year/class of the European standard.
e) CE marking and number of a notified body controlling
manufacturing of the equipment.
f) Month and year of manufacture.
g) Serial number of the tripod.
h) Caution: read the manual.
i) Marking of the manufacturer or distributor of the tripod.
j) Maximum number of users permitted simultaneously.
2013
edition: 3/09.10.2013 en
SAFETY "HEXAPOD"
TEMPORARY ANCHOR DEVICE
Reference
TM12-2 (AT-014-2)
number:

SECTION 1 - GENERAL DATA

TM 12-2 "HEXAPOD" FULL SET
Main
tripod
Month and year of the manufacturer's next inspection.
Don't use the device after this date.
Attention: Before the first use mark the date of inspection
(date of first use + 12 months,
e.g. first use 01.2013 - mark inspection 01.2014).
"Next inspection label" placed near Identity Label.
The Notified Body involved with EC type examination and in the production control phase:
APAVE SUDEUROPE SAS, CS 60193, 13322 Marseille, France.
Beam
Main
tripod
e
d
a
SAFETY
TRIPOD
TM-12 -2
Ref.: AT-014-2
Max. 2 x
c
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE
USE THE EQUIPMENT
MAIN TRIPOD can be
used independently
(without beam)
as a single tripod.
b
h
f
i
Date of manufacture:
Serial number:
09.2014
00000000
j
g
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  • Page 1: Section 1 - General Data

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION TM 12-2 safety hexapod is a component of personal protective equipment against fall from height. Hexapod is used to protect employees (using Trolley B, Main Tripod Central Anchor Point or Beam Anchor Point) working in drainage wells, reservoirs, wells, silos etc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    General precautions for rescue........................... Usage TM 12-2 hexapod full set for rescue purposes..................Installing RUP 502-A / RUP 503 rescue lifting devices to the TM 12-2 hexapod full set........Installing CRW 300 rescue lifting device to the TM 12-2 hexapod full set............
  • Page 3: Technical Data

    • legs - made of duraluminium profiles with rounded edges. They consist two sections. The telescopic construction of the legs allows the user to adjust their length. To adjust the legs length locking pins are used. The legs of the hexapod are equipped with self-aligning steel feet with rubber pads.
  • Page 4: Section 2 - Device Installation

    SECTION 2 - DEVICE INSTALLATION IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE DEVICE SHOULD BE TRANSPORTED AND INSTALLED BY MINIMUM TWO PEOPLE! INSTALLING TM 12-2 BEAM COMPONENTS During transportation all components (trolley's and t-lock's) mounted on the beam, are transported separately in the box. Proper installation of all components shown in the figures below.
  • Page 5: Installing Main Tripod

    INSTALLING MAIN TRIPOD 1. Place the main tripod in a upright position on a flat, stable and hard surface. 2. Make sure the feet are on firm ground and can support the load. 3. Pull out the tripod legs to the desired length and lock with the locking pin. 4.
  • Page 6: Installing Tm 12-2 Hexapod Full Set

    5. The hexapod should be positioned over opening so working line will be located approximately in the center of the opening. 6. Secure the hexapod legs with the chain against the accidental sliding open. The ends of the chain must be fastened with a snap hook.
  • Page 7: Section 3 - Personal Protection According To En 795/B And Ts 16415/B

    SECTION 3 - PERSONAL PROTECTION ACCORDING TO EN 795/B AND TS 16415/B DESCRIPTION Beam anchor point TM 12-2 hexapod and main tripod can be used as a temporary anchorage according to EN 795/B and TS 16415/B. Main tripod central TM 12-2 provides protection for maximum two...
  • Page 8: Rules For Personal Protection

    RULES FOR PERSONAL PROTECTION: 1. ONE anchor point can be used by ONE person at the same time. 2. Maximum TWO people can be attached to the available anchor points at the same time. 3. Anchor points designed for personal protection should ONLY be used for personal fall protection equipment and NOT for lifting equipment.
  • Page 9: Inspection

    WITHDRAWN FROM USE AFTER ARRESTING A FALL Safety hexapod TM 12-2 must be withdrawn from use immediately when it have been used to arrest a fall. After that must be carried out detailed manufacturer's inspection of the tripod.
  • Page 10: Section 4 - Lifting Loads

    SECTION 4 - LIFTING LOADS DESCRIPTION TM 12-2 hexapod and main tripod can be used for lifting loads up to 1000 kg using brake winches (RUP 502-AT and RUP 503-T) and other lifting equipment (e.g. chain hoists, etc.) TM 12-2 hexapod is equipped with five attachment points used for lifting loads: (4) - Trolley "A"...
  • Page 11: Usage Tm 12-2 Hexapod Full Set For Lifting Loads

    USAGE TM 12-2 HEXAPOD FULL SET FOR LIFTING LOADS TM 12-2 hexapod can be used for lifting loads up to 1000 kg in conjuction with brake winches RUP 502-AT or RUP 503-T or chain hoists. Do not exceed maximum loading capacity of lifting equipment. Maximum capacity should be indicated on lifting equipment nameplate.
  • Page 12: Installing Rup 502-At / Rup 503-T Brake Winches To The Tm 12-2 Hexapod Full Set

    INSTALLING RUP 502-AT / RUP 503-T BRAKE WINCH TO THE TM 12-2 HEXAPOD FULL SET The TM 12-2 hexapod full set can be used with RUP 502-AT / RUP 503-T brake winches. RUP 502-AT / RUP 503-T should be installed on the main tripod reinforced leg. The grip of the brake winches should be fastened on the locking hole situated on the internal wall of the reinforced leg.
  • Page 13: Usage Tm 12-2 Main Tripod For Lifting Loads

    USAGE TM 12-2 MAIN TRIPOD FOR LIFTING LOADS TM 12-2 main tripod can be used separately for lifting loads up to 1000 kg in conjuction with brake winches RUP 502-AT / RUP 503-T or chain hoists. Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of lifting equipment. Maximum capacity should be indicated on lifting equipment nameplate.
  • Page 14: Installing Rup 502-At / Rup 503-T Brake Winch To The Tm 12-2 Main Tripod

    INSTALLING RUP 502-AT AND RUP 503-T BRAKE WINCH TO THE TM 12-2 MAIN TRIPOD The TM 12-2 main tripod can be used separately with RUP 502-AT / RUP 503-T brake winches. RUP 502-AT / RUP 503-T should be installed on the main tripod reinforced leg. The grip of the brake winch should be fastened on the locking hole situated on the internal wall of the reiforced leg.
  • Page 15: Section 5 - Rescue According To En 1496/B

    • During installing rescue lifting devices RUP 502-A / RUP 503 or CRW 300 (with AT 172 fixing adapter) locking pin MUST BE embedded in locking hole. Only then rescue lifting device can be safely and firmly installed on the reinforced hexapod leg. 15/24...
  • Page 16: Usage Tm 12-2 Hexapod Full Set For Rescue Purposes

    USAGE TM 12-2 HEXAPOD FULL SET FOR RESCUE PURPOSES TM 12-2 hexapod full set can be used for rescue purposes in conjuction with RUP 502-A / RUP 503 / CRW 300 rescue lifting devices. RESCUE RESCUE EN 1496/B EN 1496/B...
  • Page 17: Installing Rup 502-A / Rup 503 Rescue Lifting Devices To The Tm 12-2 Hexapod Full Set

    INSTALLING RUP 502-A / RUP 503 RESCUE LIFTING DEVICE TO THE TM 12-2 HEXAPOD FULL SET The TM 12-2 hexapod full set can be used with RUP 502-A / RUP 503 rescue lifting devices. RUP 502-A / RUP 503 should be installed on the main tripod reinforced leg. The grip of the rescue lifting devices should be fastened on the locking hole situated on the internal wall of the reinforced leg.
  • Page 18: Installing Crw 300 Rescue Lifting Device To The Tm 12-2 Hexapod Full Set

    INSTALLING CRW 300 RESCUE LIFTING DEVICE TO THE TM 12-2 HEXAPOD FULL SET The TM 12-2 hexapod full set can be used with CRW 300 rescue lifting device / retractable type fall arrester. CRW 300 should be installed on the main tripod reinforced leg. CRW 300 with fixing adapter AT 172 should be fastened on the locking hole situated on the outer wall of the reinforced leg.
  • Page 19: Usage Tm 12-2 Main Tripod For Rescue Purposes

    USAGE TM 12-2 MAIN TRIPOD FOR RESCUE PURPOSES TM 12-2 main tripod can be used in conjuction with rescue lifting devices (RUP 502-A or RUP 503 or CRW 300). RESCUE EN 1496/B CRW 300 + AT 172 PL 101 RUP 503 RUP 502-A Energy absorber SDW MUST BE ALWAYS USED in conjuction with RUP series rescue lifting devices.
  • Page 20: Installing Rup 502-A / Rup 503 Rescue Lifting Devices To The Tm 12-2 Main Tripod

    INSTALLING RUP 502-A AND RUP 503 RESCUE LIFTING DEVICE ON TM 12-2 MAIN TRIPOD The TM 12-2 main tripod can be used separately with RUP 502-A / RUP 503 rescue lifting devices. RUP 502-A / RUP 503 should be installed on the main tripod reinforced leg. The grip of the RUP 502-A / RUP 503 should be fastened on the locking hole situated on the internal wall of the reinforced leg.
  • Page 21: Installing Crw 300 Rescue Lifting Device To The Tm 12-2 Main Tripod

    INSTALLING CRW 300 RESCUE LIFTING DEVICE ON TM 12-2 MAIN TRIPOD The TM 12-2 main tripod can be used with CRW 300 rescue lifting device / retractable type fall arrester. CRW 300 should be installed on the main tripod reinforced leg. CRW 300 with fixing adapter AT 172 should be fastened on the locking hole situated on the outer wall of the reinforced leg.
  • Page 22: Section 6 - Usage Scenarios

    SECTION 6 - DEVICE USE SCENARIOS 1. ONE PERSON (NO LIFTING LOADS) - EN 795/B • Person attached to the one of anchorage points: (1) or (2) or (3). • ! Please refer to "Rules for personal protection" (section 3, page 8). 2.
  • Page 23 NOTES ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................23/24...
  • Page 24: Identity Card

    NAME AND DATE OF REASON FOR SERVICING / DATE REPAIRS CARRIED OUT SIGNATURE OF NEXT REPAIR COMPETENT PERSON EXAMINATION PRODUCER: PROTEKT, 93-403 LODZ, ul. Starorudzka 9, POLAND, tel: +48 (42) 680 20 83, fax: +48 (42) 680 20 93, www.protekt.com.pl 24/24...

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