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Part #501003-001 Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C Telescopic Fall Arrest Tower IS O 9 0 0 1 Certified T.A. Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood, Colorado, USA 80110 Tel. 800-525-8460 or 303-936-7432 Fax. 303-934-5581 Internet: www.pelsue.com Email: sales@pelsue.com...
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fi ne products for a broad spectrum of ities available, Pelsue continues the dedication that industry throughout the world. has made us pre-eminent in this fi eld. Page 3 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
EVERY T.A. PELSUE COMPANY EMPLOYEE IS EXPECTED TO COMMIT TO THIS PHILOSOPHY IN THE PERFORMANCE OF HIS OR HER DAILY TASKS. QUALITY FIRST! T.A. PELSUE COMPANY SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM Page 5 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
2.0 - Introduction & Product Information Congratulations on your choice of a Pelsue Model #TFAT-14C Telescopic Fall Arrest Tower to compliment your complete fall arrest system. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to exceed fall arrest requirements and regulations in order to meet the needs of the discriminating operator for the effi cient and safe working conditions of personnel at height.
3.0 - Confi guration & Assembly Upon initial receipt of the #TFAT-14C system inspect the packaging for any evidence that the product may have been damaged in shipment. While unpacking the product, inspect all of the components for damage. If damage to any of the components is discovered, DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT! Alert the shipping carrier immediately of the damage to the shipment.
This manual will take you step-by-step through the workings and capabilities of the #TFAT-14C Telescopic Fall Arrest Tower and alert you to all good safety and operating practices while using the system.
Securely anchor the product before using. Use only certifi ed anchor and connector components in your system. Use only an approved full body harness for the workers. Page 11 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
4.6 - New Operator or Owner The Pelsue Model #TFAT-14C Telescopic Fall Arrest Tower is designed to provide a single elevated fall arrest system anchor point. Every new operator must read, understand and follow the instructions in this Product Manual. No person should be permitted to use the equipment without prior proper training.
(#500019-001) to create a 70” high anchor point or can be inserted into the #TFAT-14C to create up to a 14’ high anchor point. All specifi cations, instructions, and procedures provided within this manual or upon Pelsue Specifi...
! WARNING ! - A pre-operation inspection is required each time Figure #5.2a: #TFAT-14C Series the product is to be installed or utilized as a connection point. Pre-Operation Inspection Points Page 14 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
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! WARNING ! - The Model #TFAT-14C must be plumbed vertically prior to the attachment of any lifeline. The #TFAT-14C is only approved for life- line attachment when mounted vertically Page 15 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
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14C system. The 3-Person rating requires Installation within #500019-001 Uni-Lite Base Assem- bly. Height Adjustment Handles(2X) Figure #5.2d: Composite Component Tower Installation Page 16 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
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“A”: Handle Shaft Properly Secured in the inverted “J” Slot at the Mid Position Figure #5.2e: #TFAT-14C Installed & secured at Mid-Position Page 17 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
Over-tightening of fasteners can interfere with the operation of the device and can damage the structure. Consult the Pelsue Company with any questions regarding fastener torque or specifi cations. All fasteners on the Model #TFAT-14C system are of a self-locking design. Bolt threads should extend all the way though their locking nuts. If Page 18...
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• Ensure that the two sections of the tower can move freely within one another when stood vertically and not sup- porting a load. Page 19 #501003-001 - Product Manual: Model #TFAT-14C TELESCOPING FALL ARREST TOWER - Revision 00 - Date: 06-16-2008...
3. Oil or grease hinges and moving components in order to prevent corrosion. 4. A #TFAT-14C series system can be dismantled for storage if desired, follow the reverse of the steps given for assembly in section 3.0 of this manual.
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T.A. Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street, Englewood, Colorado, USA 80110 Toll free 800-525-8460 or 303-936-7432 Fax. 303-934-5581 ISO 90 01 Certified Internet: www.pelsue.com Email: sales@pelsue.com...