Attaching The Carabiner To; Attach A Subsystem; Polyester Rope; Specifications - Falltech 8447A User Instruction Manual

gate closes and rotates into the locked position. Ensure the load direction is aligned with the
carabiner's vertical axis. See Figure 6.
4.7 Attaching the Carabiner to Anchorage: Attach the carabiner to the anchorage in a correct
manner, consistent with ANSI Z359. Comply with ANSI requirements and OSHA regulations,
specified elsewhere in this manual. The carabiner is designed as a first connector in a user's
PFAS and must be attached to solid structures able to support 5,000 lbs. Only one worker may
be attached to any one carabiner.
DO NOT attach the carabiner in a manner that will load the gate, or expose the carabiner to
excessive wear or damage. See Figure 7‐A, and 7‐B.
4.8 Attach a Subsystem: Following are recommended methods of attaching subsystem
elements and components to FallTech supplied connectors.
See Figure 8.
• When using an energy absorbing lanyard, connect the energy absorber "pack" end to the
harness.
• When using a self‐retracting lifeline, ensure the device is properly positioned to ensure
retraction is not hindered.
• When connecting, ensure connections are fully closed and locked.
• Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape, and strength.
DO NOT use a knot to connect a lifeline to the connector.
DO NOT pass a lanyard or lifeline through a connector and hook it back into the lanyard or
lifeline. Always protect a lifeline or lanyard from abrading against sharp or abrasive surfaces.
Connectors attached to vertical synthetic rope lifelines must be attached using a spliced eye
termination and thimble.
4.8.1 Polyester Rope Connections: Connectors attached to polyester rope lifelines must be
attached with a 4‐tuck spliced formed eye termination utilizing a thimble.
IMPORTANT: The use of tied knots for load bearing end terminations is not compatible with
ANSI Z359.
5. SPECIFICATIONS
See Table 1.
6. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Wipe with a soft cloth. Remove an excessive buildup of contaminants such as paint, grease,
debris of any type that might impede the smooth operation of the hinge and lock mechanism.
When not in service, store in a clean, dry area. Do not store other equipment on top of the
carabiner, do not store in a manner that may result in damage from deformation forces or heat,
corrosion, chemical or electric arcing.
7. INSPECTION
Inspect carabiners before each use, and also perform an inspection by a Competent Person
every six months.
7.1 Inspection Procedure: Follow these steps.
1. Inspect for missing or altered parts.
2. Inspect the entire Carabiner for any cracks, nicks or breaks in the metal.
3. Inspect every inch of the Carabiner. Clean if necessary before inspection in order to detect
small, hairline cracks.
4. Inspect the Carabiner for deformation. Look for bent or dented parts. Open the gate and
inspect the nose of the Carabiner for signs of wear, distortion or breaks.
5. Inspect the Carabiner surface for signs of corrosion. On steel Carabiners, red dust is
evidence of corrosion of the basis metal. Corrosion of aluminum Carabiners is evident by
pitting or scale.
6. Inspect markings. Markings should be present and fully legible. See Section 8.
7. Inspect the Carabiner function to ensure the lock rotates and opens easily, closes and
locks completely.
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