Product Specific Applications - Guardian Retractable HLL Instruction Manual

Product Specific Applications

! WARNING
Personal Fall Arrest: Retractable HLL may be used to support a MAXIMUM 2 Personal Fall Arrest
System (PFAS) for use in Fall Arrest applications. Maximum free fall is 1.8m, or up to 3.6m if used
in combination with equipment explicitly certified for such use. When the Retractable HLL is to be
used as part of a fall arrest system the user must be equipped with a means of limiting the
maximum dynamic forces exerted on the user during the arrest of a fall to a maximum of 6kN.
During a fall, the Retractable HLL will deploy an extending energy absorber designed to reduce
peak loads to anchorage structures, thereby increasing the length of the anchorage line. Extra care
and consideration should be taken when determining the suitability of other types of fall
protection systems which may be affected by the deployment of the integrated lifeline energy
absorber.
Restraint: Retractable HLL may be used in Restraint applications. Restraint systems prevent workers
from reaching the leading edge of a fall hazard. Always account for fully deployed length of
lanyard/SRL. No free fall is permitted. Restraint systems may only be used on surfaces with slopes up
to 4/12 (vertical/horizontal). Applicable D-rings: Dorsal, Side.
!
WARNING
For all applications:
- User weight range (including all clothing, tools, and equipment) is 59-140 kg per worker.
- Structure must be capable of withstanding a minimum load of 20 kN (for one user) or 26 kN (for two users).
- Anchorage connectors to which Retractable HLL is attached must be capable of withstanding a minimum load
of 19.4 kN.
- Maximum load that could be transmitted in service from the anchorage connector to the structure: 13.4 kN.
- Loading of the structure will be in-line/parallel with the Retractable HLL lifeline.
The jobsite Competent Person must ensure that there are sufficiently strong and accessible anchorage points in the
working environment. Anchorages should be overhead when possible and the area beneath and around them should
be clear of obstruction and sharp edges. Always attach to an anchorage that is as close to the point of work and as
high above head as possible without restricting free movement. The user should be aware at all times of which
attachment points to use; if not immediate obvious they must seek confirmation from the Competent Person. Always
ensure that the means of attachment to the anchorage is secure before beginning work.
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Use of equipment in unintended applications may result in serious
injury or death. Maximum 1 attachment per connection point.
For use in personal fall protection systems only.
NEVER use Retractable HLL for material handling.