Specifications; Maintenance, Service And Storage; Inspection - Falltech 820324 Instruction Manual

4.4. Y-leg lanyard:
With the attachment hook properly attached to the body wear, attach one leg of the Y-leg lanyard to
the approved anchorage. Connect the other leg to the parking element on the FBH to safely store it.
Consult harness instructions if necessary.
4.4.1 Y-leg 100% Tie-Off:
To accomplish 100% tie-off, attach one leg of the Y-leg lanyard to an approved anchorage point (A).
Move to another location. Attach the other leg to another anchorage (B). Disconnect from anchorage
(A), and store the leg on the park element on the FBH. Move to the next anchorage point, and connect
the idle leg to the next anchorage. (C) Repeat as necessary. Be aware of the following:
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DO NOT connect more than one person at a time to the Y-Leg system
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DO NOT allow the Lanyard legs to become tangled or twisted together.
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DO NOT allow any lanyard to pass under arms or between legs during use.
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DO NOT loop the lanyard around small diameter structures and tie-back to the lanyard

5.0 Specifications

5.1 Capacity:
The maximum capacity of the lanyards is 425 lbs. (193 kg).
NOTE: To maintain ANSI Z359 compliance, limit total user weight to no more than 310 lbs., (140.6 kg).

6.0 Maintenance, Service And Storage

Clean the polyester lanyard with a warm water and mild detergent solution. Wipe the wire rope lanyard
with a clean dry cloth.
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DO NOT use bleach or bleach solutions. Dry hardware with a clean, dry cloth, and hang to air dry.
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DO NOT use a power washer or dry with heat in a laundry dryer.
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DO NOT attempt to disassemble the unit. A buildup of dirt, solvents, paint, etc. may prevent the
lanyard from working properly, and in severe cases degrade the webbing. If you have questions
concerning the condition of your lanyard, remove it from service and contact FallTech.
Store lanyards in a cool, dry, clean environment out of direct sunlight. Avoid areas where heat, oil,
chemicals or their vapors may exist. Thoroughly inspect the lanyard after extended storage.

7.0 Inspection

7.1 Mandatory Inspection:
ANSI Z359 requires that fall protection equipment be inspected by a competent person other than the
user at least once every six months. Harsh conditions may accelerate wear and corrosion and require
more frequent inspections.
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Figure 4
Figure 4: Suitable Attachment
Methods for Restraint
A
Connection to Dorsal D-Ring on Harness
B
Connection to Side D-Ring on Harness
C
Connection to Lumbar D-Ring on Restraint Belt
D
Restraint Lanyard
E
Full Body Harness (FBH)