Summary of Contents for LEADING EDGE SAFETY TRIREX AB-O2
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It is the responsibility of the purchaser to understand and convey explicit instruction to each user. The AES Manufacturing/Leading Edge Safety TRIREX™ complies with the requirements of the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) when set up and used according to the manufacturers’...
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Standards and Requirements____________________________ Models______________________________________________ Accessories__________________________________________ Parts List____________________________________________ GETTING STARTED Wheel & Handles Assembly_____________________________ Applications__________________________________________ Definitions___________________________________________ Use & Limitations_____________________________________ Hoisting or Lifting_____________________________________ General Safety_______________________________________ Before Each Use______________________________________ Positioning the Unit____________________________________ Special Applications___________________________________ Making Connections___________________________________ Maintenance, Care &...
ANUAL 1.0 Standards and Requirements 1.1 The TRIREX™, manufactured by Leading Edge Safety LLC, is a dynamic anchor designed to dissipate the energy generated from a fall event into the surrounding substrate and arrest a fall. The TRIREX™ is capable of supporting a Maximum Arresting Force (MAF) of 1,800lbs for up to (3) workers on approved substrates.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL TRIREX TR-000-01-18 MOBILE FALL PROTECTION SYSTEM MODEL# TR-000-01-18 SINGLE 20 CUFT JOB BOX 3-PERSON FALL ARREST 2-PERSON FALL RESTRAINT TRIREX TR-000-02-18 MOBILE FALL PROTECTION SYSTEM MODEL# TR-000-02-18 SINGLE 20 CUFT JOB BOX SINGLE 10 CUFT JOB BOX 3-PERSON FALL ARREST 2-PERSON FALL RESTRAINT TRIREX...
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL RAPTOR RESCUE RMS-000-16 FALL RESCUE RETRIEVAL SYSTEM MODEL# RMS-000-16 100 LF STAINLESS STEEL CABLE INCLUDES RETRIEVAL POLE COMPATIBLE WITH ALL TRIREX MODELS AND CONFIGURATIONS, R1000, R2000 AND STINGER MODELS SRL TRAY SRL-000-13 SRL TRAY GUIDE SYSTEM MODEL# SRL-000-13 ORGANIZES AND GUIDES UP TO 3 SELF RETRACTING LIFELINES...
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL ATTACHMENT POINT RESTRICTOR APR-000-12 ATTACHMENT POINT RESTRICTOR PLATE MODEL# APR-000-12 COMPATIBLE WITH ALL TRIREX MODELS LIMITS THE NUMBER OF ATTACHMENT POINTS WHEN THE SUBSTRATE REQUIRES A REDUCTION IN NUMBER OF USERS. ICE PLATFORM ICE-PE-000-12 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SAFETY PLATFORM (FULLY STOCKED) MODEL# ICE-PE-000-12 ...
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 2.0 APPLICATIONS 2.1 The TRIREX is designed to be used as an anchorage as part of a complete mobile fall protection system. The ™ TRIREX may be used where worker mobility and fall protection are required. See WWW.OSHA.GOV for all ™...
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 4.0 USE AND LIMITATIONS LOAD REQUIREMENTS—Before the TriRex is hoisted to any roof surface, the user must verify that the deck assembly can accommodate the live load requirements of the TriRex. Approximate Unit Weight: 1000 lbs Tire Footprint: 3”...
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL FIG. 4-1 INSULATION DECK FIG. 4-2 FASTENER 2” MIN. FROM PLYWOOD EDGE 3/4” PLYWOOD 48” X 96” CAPACITY: The TRIREX ™ Mobile Fall Protection System is designed for a maximum of three per sons for fall arrest and two for fall restraint with a combined weight (clothing, tools) of no more than 310 lbs. per person.
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 5.0 HOISTING OR LIFTING Loads may slip or fall if the TriRex is not hoisted or lifted properly and may result in injury or death. Never hoist or lift the TriRex if any of the hoisting rings or fork pockets are damaged. Never hoist or lift the TriRex with unsecured materials on the unit.
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 6.0 GENERAL SAFETY (Continued) Only use the TriRex on substrates and assemblies for which it has been tested. (Reference Sect 4.2 Approved Substrates) Always lower the handle to engage the brake when the unit is not being moved. 6.10 Always uses caution and common sense when moving the unit.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 8.0 POSITIONING THE UNIT (Continued) FIG 8-2b Once the unit is properly positioned, ensure front axle is perpendicular to the leading edge and the Tire Brake rests firmly against the front tires. FIG 8-3 Lock the front axle in place by turning the Front Axle Lock to the locking position. Lock the front wheel hubs in place with the Spring-Loaded T-handle Wheel Locks to the nearest slot on the wheel hubs.
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 9.0 SPECIAL APPLICATIONS DISSIMILAR HEIGHT WALKING/WORKING SURFACES 9.1.A The TriRex may be used for fall arrest and fall restraint in dissimilar height applications where worker(s) are located on a surface lower than the surface the TriRex is positioned on and when properly set up and used with an SRL ANSI approved for leading edge conditions.
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL 10.0 MAKING CONNECTIONS 10.1 Only connect to Fall Arrest Attachment Points for use as fall arrest. Only connect to Fall Restraint D-Rings for use as fall restraint. 10.2 SRL’s and lifelines shall only be connected to the 3-Ring Fall Arrest Attachment Points or to Fall Restraint D- Rings.
11.5 Store the TriRex in a place protected from the weather. Vinyl Weather Covers are available for long-term outdoor storage. Contact your local distributor or Leading Edge Safety for pricing and availability. 11.6 Rotate the tires or block the axles to avoid flat spots on the tires during long-term storage.
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX A—TROUBLESHOOTING If any of the following issues are the result of a user falling while connected to the TriRex, the Pivot Point Assembly must be replaced before returning the unit to service. PROBLEM Engagement Arm (6) assembly is resting on the ground (not engaged in the substrate). (FIG A-1) POSSIBLE CAUSE Locking Mechanism (7) is engaged and holding the Engagement Arm (6) down.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX A—TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Locking Mechanism (7) stuck and will not release. POSSIBLE CAUSE Locking Mechanism (7) is jammed against the Rake (FIG A-3) portion of the Engagement Arm Assembly (6). SOLUTION Hoist or lift the TriRex off the walking surface to allow extended movement of the Engagement Arm Assembly (6). Press downward on the Engagement Arm Assembly (6) until the Locking Mechanism (7) is able to clear the Rake and return to is proper resting position.
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX B—ENGAGEMENT ARM SHOCK REMOVAL READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS TOOLS NEEDED: Side cutting pliers, pliers, baling wire Shock Removal STEP 1 Press downward on the Engagement Arm Assembly (6) approximately 4 inches to compress the shock.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX B—ENGAGEMENT ARM SHOCK REMOVAL (CONT.) READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS STEP 4 While the Engagement Arm Shock (19) is still mounted to the machine and before removing any Clevis Joint Snap-In Pin (19a) from the Engagement Arm Shock (19), tightly wind baling wire around the compressed Engagement Arm Shock (19), two times and twist baling wire ends together 3 - 4...
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX B—ENGAGEMENT ARM SHOCK REMOVAL (CONT.) READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS STEP 7 Install new Engagement Arm Shock (19) to mounting points, securing with Clevis Joint Snap-In Pins (19a). STEP 8 Cut and remove the baling wire from the Engagement Arm Shock (19).
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX C—ENGAGEMENT ARM INSTALLATION READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS TOOLS NEEDED: Side cutting pliers Follow steps 1– 6 of APPENDIX B to remove the Engagement Arm Shock prior to removal of the Engagement Arm Assembly.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX C—ENGAGEMENT ARM INSTALLATION (CONT.) READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS STEP 4 Place the 1” Flat Washer (18c) over the Clevis Pin (18b). STEP 5 Insert and secure 3/16” x 2” Cotter Pin (18d) into the Clevis Pin (18b) by bending the legs outward in each direction as shown.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX C—ENGAGEMENT ARM INSTALLATION (CONT.) READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS STEP 7 Insert the Clevis Joint Snap-In Pins (19a) through Yoke End Linkage (19b) and mounting points as shown. Repeat for both ends.
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™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL APPENDIX C—ENGAGEMENT ARM INSTALLATION (CONT.) READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE SET OF INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY STEP IN THIS PROCESS STEP 10 Secure the Engagement Arm Cable (20) through the attachment point as shown with 3/4-10 x 3.25” Hex Bolt (20a), two 1” Flat Washers (20b), and 3/4-10 Locknut (20c).
™ I NSTRUCTION ANUAL MOBILE FALL CART INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE LOG PLEASE COPY THIS LOG, FILL IT OUT BEFORE EACH USE, AND KEEP IT IN YOUR RECORDS. EQUIPMENT MODEL #: ____________________ EQUIPMENT SERIAL #: ____________________ DATE OF PURCHASE: ____________________ INSPECTION DATE: ____________________ Corrective Action Inspection Item...