Falltech 7408 User Instruction Manual page 2

1. DESCRIPTION
2. APPLICATION
2.1 Purpose
2.1.1 Personal Fall Arrest System Application
2.1.2 Restraint
2.2 Application Limits
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Capacity
3.2 Compatibility of Connectors
3.3 Compatibility of Components
3.4 Making Connections
3.5 Personal Fall Arrest System
3.6 Definitions
4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
1. DESCRIPTION
The FallTech® Toggle Grip Anchor for Steel discussed in this manual is designed to provide a fall protection anchorage for one person working at
height and subject to fall hazards.
This manual contains two appendices, Appendix A and Appendix B. Appendix A contains tables and figures specific to the Toggle Grip Anchor for
Steel. Appendix B contains tables and figures for fall protection in general. Henceforth, all figure and table references in this manual are to
Appendix A unless stated otherwise.
The anchor is composed of zinc plated alloy steel, and features an attachment eye, a spring‐loaded finger‐pull sleeve surrounding an inner barrel
with an integrated swiveling toggle plate. See Figure 1 and Table 1 in Appendix A.
For purposes of this manual Toggle Grip Anchor for Steel may be referred to as the toggle grip anchor, the anchor, the product, the equipment, or the unit.
The toggle grip anchor is designed to be temporary and reusable, used and moved at will, provided it has not been subjected to fall arrest forces
and passes inspection as described in Section 7 of this manual.
The anchor discussed in this manual is ANSI Z359.1‐2007 compliant and meets all applicable OSHA 1926.502 regulations.
2. APPLICATION
2.1 Purpose: The Toggle Grip Anchor is designed to be used as single person anchor point for a PFAS to protect the user in a fall event, and as a fall
hazard restraint anchor. The small size of the sleeve and toggle allows it to be installed through drilled or cut holes in steel girders, beams or plates.
DO NOT use the anchor to lift tools or materials.
2.1.1 Personal Fall Arrest System Application: A PFAS typically includes an anchorage, a Full Body Harness (FBH), and a deceleration device such as
a SAL, an SRD, or a Fall Arrestor Connecting Subsystem (FACSS) when used with a fall arrester/SAL. Maximum permissible free fall is six feet. See
Figure 2.
An anchorage selected for PFAS must have strength able to sustain a static load applied in the direction permitted by the PFAS of at least:
a) Two times the maximum arrest force permitted when certification exists, or
b) 5,000 lbs., (22.2 kN) in the absence of certification
The anchor may be used in fall arrest backup applications, where the anchor functions as an auxiliary anchor in suspension or work positioning.
2.1.2 Restraint: The anchor may be used, in conjunction with the proper equipment, as an anchor for restraint applications, to prevent the user
from reaching a fall hazard area. See Figure 2.
2.1.3 Suspension: When used with compatible equipment and connectors, the Toggle Grip Anchor may be installed and used for suspension
applications. See Figure 2.
2.2 Application Limits: Take action to avoid sharp edges, abrasive surfaces, and thermal, electrical and chemical hazards. The Toggle Grip Anchor is
designed for overhead application only. The anchor is not designed for horizontal applications, nor is it for use in work positioning or personnel
riding. Rescue applications are beyond the scope of this manual.
3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Capacity: The Toggle Grip Anchor user weight capacity is listed in Table 1 and on the product label as 425lbs, including clothing, tools, etc. To
maintain ANSI Z359 compliance, limit user weight to 130 – 310 lbs., (59 – 140.6 kg), including clothing, tools, etc. No more than one PFAS may be
attached to one anchor at any time.
3.2 Compatibility of Connectors: Connectors are considered compatible with connecting elements when they have been designed to work
together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms to open inadvertently, regardless of how they become
oriented. Contact FallTech if you have any questions about compatibility. 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. Connectors must be
compatible in size, shape, and strength. ANSI and OSHA require self‐closing, self‐locking snap hooks and carabiners. See Figure 13 in Appendix B for
common incorrect connections to avoid.
If using a large‐throat opening snap hook or a rebar hook to attach to the anchor, ensure the hook is engaged along the major axis of the hook.
3.3 Compatibility of Components: Equipment is designed for use with approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or replacements
made with non‐approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may affect the safety and reliability of the
complete system.
3.4 Making Connections: Use only connectors designed for use with this equipment, suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are
compatible in size and strength. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Visually ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. Ensure
snap hooks and carabiners used with this product are loaded in line with the primary axis. Consult each product's user instruction manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
4.1 Fall Clearance Distance
4.2 Swing Fall
4.3 Install the Anchor
4.4. Connect a PFAS to the Anchor
4.5 After a Fall
5. SPECIFICATIONS
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 Storage
6.2 Remove From Service
7. INSPECTION
8. LABELS
Appendix A ‐ Table 1, Figures 1 – 4
Appendix B ‐
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AND STORAGE