Maintenance, Service, And Storage - 3M PROTECTA 2190057 User Instructions

4.0 USE
4.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Verify that your work area and Fall Protection system meet all criteria defined in these instructions.
Verify that a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the product per the 'User' inspection points defined in the "Inspection
and Maintenance Log". If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, or if there is any doubt about its condition
for safe use, remove the product from service immediately. Clearly tag the product "DO NOT USE". See Section 5 for more
information.
4.2 AFTER A FALL: If this equipment is subjected to fall arrest or impact force, remove it from service immediately. Clearly
tag it "DO NOT USE". See Section 5 for more information.
4.3 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS: Anchorage connectors are part of a complete Fall Protection system. After the anchorage
connector has been secured, the user may connect to one of its anchorage connection points using their connecting
subsystem. The user should attach their Connector (A) directly to the Anchorage Connection Point (B). See Figure 7 for
reference. For more information, see the manufacturer instructions for your connecting subsystem.
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When using this product as part of a Fall Arrest system, the user must include a means of limiting their Maximum
Arrest Force to 6 kN (1350 lbf) as part of their Fall Arrest system. This is typically controlled by the connecting
subsystem.
5.0 INSPECTION
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After equipment has been removed from service, it may not be returned to service until a Competent Person confirms in
writing that it is acceptable to do so.
5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY: The product shall be inspected before each use by a user and, additionally, by a Competent
Person other than the user at intervals of no longer than one year. A higher frequency of equipment use and harsher
conditions may require increasing the frequency of Competent Person inspections. The frequency of these inspections
should be determined by the Competent Person per the specific conditions of the worksite.
5.2 INSPECTION PROCEDURES: Inspect this product per the procedures listed in the "Inspection and Maintenance Log".
Documentation of each inspection should be maintained by the owner of this equipment. An inspection and maintenance
log should be placed near the product or be otherwise easily accessible to users. It is recommended that the product is
marked with the date of next or last inspection.
5.3 DEFECTS: If the product cannot be returned to service because of an existing defect or unsafe condition, then the
product must be either destroyed or sent to 3M or a 3M-authorized service center for repair.
5.4 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of the product is determined by work conditions and maintenance. As long as the
product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.
6.0

MAINTENANCE, SERVICE, AND STORAGE

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Equipment that is in need of maintenance or scheduled for maintenance should be tagged "DO NOT USE". These
equipment tags should not be removed until maintenance is performed.
6.1 CLEANING: Periodically clean the product's metal components using a soft brush, warm water, and a mild soap solution.
Ensure parts are thoroughly rinsed with clean water.
6.2 SERVICE: Only 3M or parties authorized in writing by 3M may make repairs to this equipment.
6.3 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT: Store and transport the product in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight.
Avoid areas where chemical vapors may exist. Thoroughly inspect components after extended storage.
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