SafeWaze SW400 User Instruction Manual

Tool Lanyard
User Instruction Manual
Part # Description
Tool Attachm ents and Accessories
SW400 2 lb. D-ring Tool Attachment: 10 pack
SW402 5 lb. D-ring Tool Attachment: 10 pack
SW406 35 lb. Medium Duty Cinch Tool Attachment (w /stabilization tabs)
SW407 80 lb. Heavy Duty Cinch Tool Attachment (w /stabilization tabs)
SW408 15 lb. D-ring Tool Attachment: 10 pack
SW422 2" Yellow Tool Tape
SW422-10 2" Yellow Tool Tape: 10 Pack
SW423 1" Blue Tool Tape
SW423-10 1" Blue Tool Tape: 10 Pack
SW425 5 lb. Elasticated Tool Attachment: 3 Pack
SW426 2 lb. Small Tool Ring: 25 Pack
SW428 2 lb. Large Tool Ring: 25 Pack
Tool Tethers
SW411 5 lb. Coil Tool Tether
SW414 2 lb. Coil Tool Tether
SW416 5 lb. 12" Tool Tether: 10 Pack
SW417 5 lb. 24" Tool Tether: 10 Pack
SW431 35 lb. Medium Duty Elasticated Tool Tether
SW432 35 lb. Medium Duty Elasticated Tool Tether: 2 Carabiners
SW433 80 lb. Heavy Duty Elasticated Tool Tether: Loop
SW434 80 lb. Heavy Duty Elasticated Tool Tether
SW435 5 lb. Retractable Tool Tether
SW436 15 lb. Elasticated Tool Tether: 2 Carabiner
SW437 1 lb. Retractable Tool Tether
SW438 15 lb. Elasticated Tool Tether: Carabiner, Cinch
Tool Anchors
SW424 5 lb. Wrist Tool Anchor
022-10006 5 lb. Arc Flash Tool Anchor
022-10007 5 lb. Arc Flash Tool Anchor: 50 Pack
WARNING
The manufacturer's instructions must be provided to users of this equipment. The user must follow the manufacturer's instructions for each component of
the system. The user must read and understand these instructions before using this equipment. Manufacturer's instructions must be followed for proper use
and maintenance of this equipment. Alterations to this product, misuse of this product, or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT
Questions regarding the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application? Contact SAFEWAZE™.
IMPORTANT
Record identification information before using this product. Identification information may be found on the equipment label. This information should be
recorded in the "Inspection Log" located at the back of this manual.
This manual is intended to meet the manufacturer's instructions and
should be used as part of an employee training program as required
by ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 and OSHA.
User Information
Date of First Use:
Serial#:
Trainer:
User:
Do not throw away these instructions!
Read and understand these instructions before using equipment!
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a SAFEWAZE™ ToolCuff Product. This manual must be
read and understood in its entirety, and used as part of an employee training program
as required by OSHA or any applicable state agency.
This manual and any other instructional material must be available to the user of the
equipment. The user must understand how to safely and effectively use their ToolCuff
Product, and all equipment used in conjuction with the ToolCuff Product.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
User must read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these
instructions prior to use of the ToolCuff Tool Lanyards.
FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Product Useage:
ToolCuff Tool Lanyards are designed to protect workers from hazards that can result
from a tool, equipment, etc..., being dropped from an elevated work area onto work
areas below. Personnel should always use ToolCuff Tool Lanyards when working
at heights. Personnel working at heights with unsecured tools risk serious injury or
damage to any personnel or equipment located below them.
Usage in any application other than those specifically addressed in this manual could
Max Tool
result in serious injury or death.
Weight
Users should be trained in the proper usage of these products as related to their
2 lbs.
specific workplace applications.
5 lbs.
35 lbs.
WARNING
80 lbs.
5 lbs. ToolCuff Products are intended to be part of the users workplace fall protection plan.
N/A Users are expected to be fully trained in the safe installation and use of these products.
Unauthorized usage or misuse of this product could result in serious injury or
N/A
death. For questions regarding installation, proper usage, selection, or maintenance,
N/A
refer to this User's Manual, consult a supervisor, or contact SafeWaze Technical
N/A
Service.
15 lbs.
2 lbs.
In order to reduce the hazards of working at heights with tools, the following
2 lbs.
instructions must be followed in order to avoid the risk of serious injury or death:
5 lbs.
• Do not connect any tool with a weight greater than 5 lbs (2.26 kg) to your body unless
2 lbs.
explicitly authorized per the ToolCuff Instructions.
5 lbs.
• ToolCuff products are NEVER to be used as part of a PFAS (Personal Fall Arrest
5 lbs. System) or Fall Restraint System.
35 lbs. • The maximum capacity of any ToolCuff Product must NEVER be exceeded.
• Each ToolCuff Product MUST be inspected prior to each use in accordance with the
35 lbs.
Instruction Manual.
80 lbs.
• If a ToolCuff Product has been subject to fall arrest forces, it must be removed from
80 lbs.
service.
5 lbs.
• Modifications or alterations to ToolCuff Products are not authorized nor permitted.
15 lbs.
• Modifications to connected tools or products that may result in a deviation from the
1 lbs.
manufacturer's specifications or recommendations is not permitted.
15 lbs.
• ToolCuff Products must never be attached to a tapered surface.
• Never make attachments tools or equipment in a manner that would allow the
5 lbs.
ToolCuff Product to be unintentionally disconnected.
5 lbs.
• Do not tie or knot the ToolCuff Tool Lanyard. Only attach ToolCuff's per manufacturer
5 lbs.
instructions.
• Do not attempt to lengthen a ToolCuff Product by connecting multiple lanyards, or
tethers together.
• Do not use a ToolCuff product if it will interfere with the safe operation, or usage of,
any personal fall protection product or system.
• Ensure the ToolCuff Tool Lanyard is kept free from any and all obstructions including,
but not limited to, entanglement with other workers, yourself, and surrounding objects.
• Never wrap ToolCuff components around sharp or abrasive edges.
• Do not use a ToolCuff Product if it will interfere with the safe working condition, or
operation, of the tool or equipment it is attached to.
• Use extra precautions around moving machinery, electrical hazards, extreme
temperatures, chemical hazards, explosive or toxic gasses, rough or sharp edges, or
overhead materials that could injure the user or damage equipment.
• Only use compatible connections. Contact Safewaze prior to using this ToolCuff
Product in combination with components or subsystems other than those described in
the User Instructions.
• All connected tools and equipment, including connection points, must be compatible
for use with ToolCuff Products. Tools and equipment should be properly maintained
and inspected in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Ensure there is adequate clearance in the event of a tool drop. Tool fall/swing
path must not endanger yourself, other personnel, or any surrounding equipment or
materials.
• Always wear appropriate PPE when installing, using, or inspecting the ToolCuff
Product/System.
• All procedures shown in these instructions are for ToolCuff Products only.
• All incidents of dropped tools should be reported to your supervisor or safety
coordinator.
APPLICATIONS AND USAGE OF TOOLCUFF TOOL LANYARDS
• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards aid in the prevention of dropping heavy tools and/or
equipment.
• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards provide an attachment point for tools weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Additional attachment tabs incorporated into specific ToolCuff products allow for an
extra level of securement to a tool or equipment after cinching is complete.
• When attaching a ToolCuff product with additional attachment tabs, the user must use
ToolCuff Tool Tape to secure the attachment tabs to the tool.
• D-ring Tool Attachments should be attached to the tool upon ensuring that both the
tool and D-ring Tool Attachment is free of debris which could affect the performance of
the ToolCuff Tape.
• Ensure that the D-ring Tool Attachment is located away from the tool's center of
gravity.
• Do not precut tape. While maintaing tension on the tape, attach the beginning of
the first wrap directly to the tool surface while ensuring the the D-ring Tool Attachment
comes into contact with the first full wrap of tape.
• Ensure to maintain a moderate level of tension on the tape while attaching the D-ring
Tool Attachment to the tool.
• For D-ring Tool Attachments with a capacity of 2 lbs. to 5 lbs. a minimum of 12 wraps
of tape should be applied to ensure proper tool connection.
• After connection to the tool, user should ensure that the connection is solid with no
slippage.
TOOLCUFF TOOL LANYARD APPROPRIATE USAGE
• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards part numbers SW404, SW406, SW431, and SW432 are for
use with heavy tools weighing up to 35 lbs (15.9 kg)
• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards part numbers SW407, SW433, and SW434 are for use with
heavy tools weighing up to 80 lbs (36.3 kg)
• ToolCuff Tool Cinch Lanyards are for use on difficult to tether heavy tools such as
closed handle tools, clamps, large wrenches, etc...
TOOLCUFF TOOL LANYARD INAPPROPRIATE USAGE
• Do not use ToolCuff Tool Lanyards with tools that exceed the Maximum Load Rating
of the lanyard.
• ToolCuff Tool Lanyards are not to be used with tools that have a tapered handle.
LABELING EXAMPLES
35 mm
Item #: SW407
ANSI/ISEA 121-18
20 mm
Load capacity:
80 lbs (36.3 kg)
01346a
322 Industrial Court, Concord, NC 28025
P: (704) 262-7893 or F: (704) 262-9051
SELF RETRACTING TOOL TETHER SELF RETRACTING TOOL TETHER
ANSI / ISEA 121-2018
OSHA 1910.66 & OSHA 1926.502
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INSPECT PRIOR TO EACH
USE. WEIGHT SHALL NOT
EXCEED MAX WORKING
CAPACITY. USE CAUTION
AROUND MOVING OR
ROTATING EQUIPMENT.
MADE IN CHINA 01346b
SW435 SW435
MUST FOLLOW ALL MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS
INCLUDED WITH THIS EQUIPMENT. DO NOT REMOVE LABEL.
Max. Capacity = 5 lbs. (2.26 kg)
Overall Length: Retracted = 12.5 in (317.5 mm)
Overall Length: Extended = 46.5 in (1181.1 mm)
Date of Mfg.
mm/dd/year
Made in the U.S.A.