Never exceed the maximum free fall distance specified for your Fall Protection equipment. Do not use any Fall Protection equipment that fails inspection, or if you have concerns about the use or suitability of the equipment. Contact 3M Technical Services with any questions.
Always ensure you are using the latest revision of your 3M instruction manual. Visit www.3m.com/userinstructions or contact 3M Technical Services for updated instruction manuals. PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Figure 1 illustrates the product models covered by this instruction. Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) are drum-wound lifelines that retract into solid housings.
Before using this equipment, record the product identification information from the ID label in the ‘Inspection and Maintenance Log’ at the back of this manual. Table 1 – Product Specifications System Specifications: Anchorage: Anchorage structure requirements vary with the system application and whether it is a certified anchorage or non-certified anchorage.
Hazards may include, but are not limited to: high heat, chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, sharp edges, or overhead materials that may fall and contact the user or equipment. Contact 3M Technical Services for further clarification.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS: All connections must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. See Figure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not attach snap hooks and carabiners: To a D-Ring to which another connector is attached. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate. Large-throat snap hooks should not be connected to D-Rings or other connecting elements, unless the snap hook has a gate strength of 16 kN (3,600 lbf) or greater.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW: Installing this product requires effective planning and knowledge of fall clearance requirements. In the event of a fall, there must be enough fall clearance present to safely arrest the user. PLANNING: Plan your Fall Protection system before starting your work. Account for all factors that may affect your safety before, during, and after a fall.
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FALL CLEARANCE CHARTS Required Fall Clearance has been provided within the charts below. To determine Required Fall Clearance: 1. Locate your first connector (1). Measure the Anchorage Height (A) and Maximum Work Radius (W) of your connector, relative to the height of your D-ring. Place your first connector in the chart where these intersect. 2.
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Fall Clearance (FC) 221-310 lb. (101-140 kg) 7 ft. (2.1 m) 8 ft. (2.4 m) 10 ft. (3.0 m) 12 ft. (3.7 m) 14 ft. (4.3 m) 16 ft. (4.9 m) 18 ft. (5.5 m) 20 ft. (6.1 m) Do not connect in Anchorage Height areas with cross hatching or crossed-out cells.
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FALL CLEARANCE FOR LEADING EDGE: The SRD models covered by this instruction include models made for use with leading edges. Self-Retracting Devices with Leading Edge capabilities (SRD-LEs) must be used in applications where the SRD or its lifeline may come into contact with the leading edge. Do not use any other SRD type in these applications. A.
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FALL CLEARANCE CHARTS - LEADING EDGE DEVICES (SRD-LE) Required Fall Clearance has been provided within the charts below. To determine Required Fall Clearance: 1. Select the clearance chart that matches your product type and includes a capacity fitting your combined weight. 2.
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Single- or Twin-SRD to the harness. Examples include the pSRD Link and the molded X100 SRD Interface Loop present on some 3M harness models. The following instructions provide a general method for how each harness interface should be used. See the manufacturer instructions of your full body harness for more information on specific features for interfacing with SRDs.
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Figure 8 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”.
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CLEANING: Periodically clean the lifeline and the exterior of the product with water and a mild soap solution. Rinse the product thoroughly and air dry. Clean labels as necessary. For more information, please refer to the technical bulletin on our website: https://www.3M.com/FallProtection/Mechanical-Device-Cleaning DISPOSAL: Cut or otherwise disable the lifeline, then dispose of the product appropriately.
Specification, Inspection, and Use label pack. Located under the protective cover. RFID Tag LOCATION: 3M product covered in these user instructions is equipped with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tag. RFID Tags may be used in coordination with an RFID Tag Scanner for recording product inspection results. See Figure 10 for where your RFID Tag is located.
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3 1/2 ft (1.07 m) Edge Distance de chute libre (quand ancré au-dessus de a tete): Minimum Clearance required when falling over an edge: 14 ft (4.3m) Degagement minimal requis en cas de chute sur le bord: Model No. : Mfrd. (Yr, Mo): 3M.com/FallProtection...
Table 2 – Inspection and Maintenance Log Model Number (Serial Number): Date Purchased: Date of First Use: ··· This product must be inspected by the user before each use. Additionally, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect this equipment at least once each year. ···...
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Figure 12 - General Inspection Figure 13 - Energy Absorber and Connector Inspection...
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LIMITED REMEDY: Upon written notice to 3M, 3M will repair or replace any product determined by 3M to have a factory defect in workmanship or materials. 3M reserves the right to require product be returned to its facility for evaluation of warranty claims. This warranty does not cover product damage due to wear, abuse, misuse, damage in transit, failure to maintain the product or other damage beyond 3M’s control.
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