Installation - 3M DBI SALA 8000124 User Instruction Manual

3.0

INSTALLATION

3.1 PLANNING: Plan your fall protection system prior to installation of the Davit Base Adapter. Account for all factors that
may affect your safety before, during and after a fall. Consider all requirements defined in Section 2 and Table 1.
3.2 INSTALLING THE DAvIT BASE ADAPTER: Figure 4 illustrates installation of the Davit Base Adapter. See Figure 3 for
approved davit bases allowed to be used with the adapter.
1. Insert Davit Base Adapter into existing base with rotation plates pointing upward and away from the base.
2. Insert HC Mast Extension over the adapter Sleeve. The HC Mast Extension should not be sitting on Rotation Plates as
shown in Figure 4A. Rotate HC Mast Extension to be resting on the adapter as shown in 4B.
3. Insert Short Reach HC Davit onto the HC Mast Extension. See HC Short Davit instructions for how to use.
4.0 USE
4.1 BEFORE EACH USE: Verify that your work area and Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) meet all criteria defined in
Section 2 and a formal Rescue Plan is in place. Inspect the Davit Base Adapter per the 'User' inspection points defined on
the "Inspection and Maintenance Log" in Table 3. If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, do not use the
system. Remove the system from service and destroy, or contact 3M regarding replacement or repair.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 INSPECTION FREQUENCY: The Davit Base Adapter must be inspected at the intervals defined in Section 1. Inspection
procedures are described in the 'Inspection and Maintenance Log' 2 Inspect all other components of the Fall Protection
System per the frequencies and procedures defined in the manufacturer's instructions.
5.2 DEFECTS: If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition, remove the Davit Base Adapter from service immediately
and contact 3M regarding replacement or repair. Do not attempt to repair the Fall Arrest System.
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Authorized Repairs Only: Only 3M or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment.
5.3 PRODUCT LIFE: The functional life of the Fall Arrest System is determined by work conditions and maintenance. As long
as the product passes inspection criteria, it may remain in service.
6.0 MAINTENANCE, SERVICING, STORAGE
6.1 CLEANING: Periodically clean the Davit Base Adapter's metal components with 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. If the Davit Base Adapter
has been subject to fall force or inspection reveals an unsafe or defective conditions, remove the system from service and
contact 3M regarding replacement or repair.
6.3 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT: When not in use, store and transport the Davit Base Adapter and associated fall protection
equipment in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where chemical vapors may exist.
Thoroughly inspect components after extended storage
7.0 LABELS
Figure 5 illustrates labels on the Davit Base Adapter. Labels must be replaced if they are not fully legible. Information provided
on each label is as follows:
Read all instructions.
Adapter Warning
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A) Manufactured (Year, Month) B) Model Number C) Serial Number
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