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DBI SALA Rescumatic SD-100 User Instruction Manual

Emergency escape device and rescue cradle

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User Instruction Manual Rescumatic® Emergency Escape
This manual is provided as the Manufacturer's instructions, and should be used as
WARNING: This product is part of an emergency escape
system. The user must follow manufacturer's instructions
for each part of this system. The user must read and
understand these instructions before using this equipment.
Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper
use and maintenance of this equipment. Alterations or
misuse of this equipment, or failure to follow instructions,
may result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT: If you have questions on the use, care, or
suitability of this equipment for your application, contact
DBI/SALA.
IMPORTANT: Record the product identification information
from the ID label in the inspection and maintenance log in
section 9.0 of this manual.
DESCRIPTION
3300000 (SD-100): Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device, includes two webbing body supports, one 2000106
carabiner, rope, styrene rope spool, and a vinyl dust cover.
9501722: Snatch Block; for angled descent. (Optional item, sold separately)
3610000: Rescue Cradle, this kit consists of a canvas cradle, a carabiner and a guide line. The cradle has one ring on
each side and a webbing tab tail which must all be attached together. (Optional item, sold separately)
1.0
APPLICATIONS
1.1
Purpose: The Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device is used for automatic, controlled descent from overhead
cranes, towers, buildings or other heights. The system alternates from clockwise to counterclockwise from
descent to descent, thus allowing for multiple descents to occur. Rope lengths up to 1,000 ft (304.8m) (300 ft
[91.4m] in Canada) are available. The Snatch Block is used for angled descent when a vertical descent is
inappropriate due to fire, smoke, fumes, or other danger. See section 3.3 (C). The Rescue Cradle is used for a
rescue of an injured person. See section 3.4 (C).
IMPORTANT: The Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device must not be used for fall protection. This equipment is
designed for EMERGENCY descent use only.
1.2
LIMITATIONS: Consider the following application limitations before using this equipment:
A. CAPACITY: The Rescumatic® is designed for use by persons with a combined weight (clothing, tools, ect.)
of 75 lbs. to 300 lbs (34kg to 136kg). (Rescue Cradle capacity is 350 lbs (159kg).)
Device and Rescue Cradle
part of an employee training program as required by OSHA and CSA.
Instructions for the following series products:
Detachable Roof Anchors
(See back page for specific model numbers.)
Rescumatic® Emergency
Escape Device
Rescue Cradle
Snatch Block
© Copyright 2005, DB Industries, Inc.
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  • Page 1 Instructions for the following series products: Detachable Roof Anchors (See back page for specific model numbers.) User Instruction Manual Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device and Rescue Cradle This manual is provided as the Manufacturer’s instructions, and should be used as part of an employee training program as required by OSHA and CSA. WARNING: This product is part of an emergency escape system.
  • Page 2 Figure 1 - Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device Carabiner Rescumatic® (labeling on face and sides) D-ring Body Support Adjuustment Buckle Rope Rope Spool Rope System Label...
  • Page 3 B. DESCENT SPEED: The average speed at which the user will be lowered when using the Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device is 3 ft per second (.9m per second). C. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional precautions to prevent injury to the user or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 4 Connectors ( hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) must be capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. (22.2kN). Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally disengage. See Figure 2. Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength.
  • Page 5: Installation And Use

    MOUNTING: The Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device unit can be mounted permanently or temporarily with the carabiner provided to a anchorage point. ANCHORAGE LOCATION: It is recommended that the anchorage point be approximately seven feet above standing level and close to the escape point. The anchorage location should provide for a safe mounting and descent without exposing the user to a fall hazard or other hazards.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT: The anchorage must support the loads specified in section 2.3. Make Figure 5 certain all connectors are compatible. See section 2.1 and 2.2. Clear descent path B. DESCENT PATH AND LANDING AREA CLEARANCE: Your descent path must for full be unobstructed.
  • Page 7 anchorage. The upper installation point must Figure 8 support at least 5,000 pounds (22.2kN) in the direction of escape and be positioned over head height but within reach at the Guide Cable escape level. See Figure 8. Snatch Block ANCHORAGE STRENGTH FOR GUIDE CABLE: Table 1 provides recommended anchorage strengths for various system configurations using 200 ft.
  • Page 8 Figure 9 Figure 11 Figure 12 Figure 13 Figure 10 B. Angled Descent: Step 1. Open protective cover or enclosure, attach Rescumatic® to anchorage and Figure 14 attach rope spool to rotating spindle. Pulley Face Step 2. Attach snatch block to angled guide cable. DBI/SALA Snatch block is Plate attached to the guide cable by removing the cotter pin, unscrewing the knob Knob...
  • Page 9 Step 5. Move disabled person in cradle to launch area. Pull on free end of rope to take up the slack. Rope must be taught before descending. Slowly release cradle to begin descent. Step 6. The guideline attached to the bottom of the cradle is used to steer the cradle past obstructions to the ground.
  • Page 10: Maintenance And Storage

    Step 6. Inspect connecting carabiner and web body support for damage. Step 7. Inspect rope spool for damage. Step 8. Inspect angled guide line (if present). Step 9. Inspect cover/enclosure. Step 10. Inspect Rescue Cradle (if present). If inspection reveals an unsafe condition, remove device from service and contact DBI/SALA or a authorized service center for repair.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Rescumatic: Hardware: High tensile alloy steel snap hook, stainless steel rivet, aluminum ferrule, plastic thimble, copper button stop, alloy steel single pass buckle Webbing: 1 3/4-in. (45mm) polyester strength member Rope: 5/16-in. (8mm) braided polyester, 1/8-in. (3.2mm) diameter galvanized wire core, 7 x 19 construction. In Canada: 3/16 in.(4.7mm) diameter galvanized wire core, 7 x 19 construction.
  • Page 12 These labels must be present and fully legible: Continued: Rescumatic® Rope System Label Rescue Cradle ID Label...
  • Page 13: Inspection And Maintenance Log

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE: _______________________________________________________________________ MODEL NUMBER: ______________________________________________________________________________ DATE PURCHASED: ________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 14 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE: _______________________________________________________________________ MODEL NUMBER: ______________________________________________________________________________ DATE PURCHASED: ________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 15 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG DATE OF MANUFACTURE: _______________________________________________________________________ MODEL NUMBER: ______________________________________________________________________________ DATE PURCHASED: ________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 16 This instruction applies to the following models: 3300235 3300040 3300077 3300800 3300008 3300138 3300250 3300041 3300080 3300140 3301000 3300010 3300260 3300042 3300081 3300143 3305000 3300016 3300265 3300018 3300043 3300084 3300150 3308006 3300300 3300045 3300085 3300160 3308007 3300020 3300310 3300089 3300021 3300046 3300165 3310035...

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