Falltech 820324 Instruction Manual page 5

questions about compatibility. Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or other system
components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may
unintentionally disengage. Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-closing,
self-locking snap hooks and carabiners are required by ANSI, CSA, and OSHA.
3.2 Compatibility of Components:
Equipment is designed for use with approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or
replacements may only be made by a competent person.
3.3 Making Connections:
Only use self-locking snap hooks and carabiners with this equipment. Only use connectors that are
suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape and strength. Do
not use equipment that is not compatible. Visually ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked.
Connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as specified in each product's
user's instructions. See Figure 3.
Figure 3
A
Never connect two active components (snap hooks or carabiners) to each other.
Never connect two active components (snap hooks or carabiners) to a single
B
D-ring at the same time.
C
Never connect in a way that would produce a condition of loading on the gate.
Never attach to a object in a manner whereby the gate (of the snap hook or carabiner)
D
would be prevented from fully closing and locking. Always guard against false connections
by visually inspecting for closure and lock.
Never attach explicitly to a constituent subcomponent (webbing, cable or rope) unless
E
specifically provided for by the manufacturer's instructions for both subcomponents (snap
hook or carabiner and webbing, cable or rope).
Never attach in a manner where an element of the connector (gate or release lever) may
F
become caught on the anchor thereby producing additional risk of false engagement.
Never attach a spreader snap hook to two side/positioning D-rings in a manner whereby the
G
D-rings will engage the gates; the gates on a spreader must always be facing away from the
D-rings during work positioning.
DO NOT:
•
attach multiple snap hooks or carabiners to an anchorage.
•
attach snap hooks or carabiners in a manner that may result in the gate being loaded.
•
allow a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on
the anchor.
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attach snap hooks or carabiners to each other.
•
attach snap hooks or carabiners to webbing or rope lanyard or tie-back (unless the
manufacturer's instructions for both the lanyard and connector specifically allows such a
connection).
•
attach snap hooks or carabiners to any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap
hook or carabiner will not close and lock, or that roll-out could occur.
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Figure 3: Incorrect Connections