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Lewis Manufacturing's
full body harness and is part of a Personal Fall Arrest System
(PFAS,
ANSI/ASSE
The FW-3 harness is equipped with
duty "High-Visibility" yellow nylon webbing. The nylon webbing along with the independent
leg straps in the "rappelling style" design of the harness provide excellent comfort, safety & fit.
The nylon webbing has a wear stripe indicator woven within the mesh that during the pre-
donning inspection, allows the user an additional way to check for wear that may require belt
replacement. The FW-3 harness features chest and leg quick-disconnects.
This instructions manual document shall be made available at time of
delivery. It should be available for lifetime service of the harness.
Harness Type:
Harness Serial No.: _______________________
Mfg. Inspected By: _______________________
Manufacture Date: _______________________
For Question Call Lewis Mfg. Toll-Free at 833-646-8480
Doc. 2096B
Lewis Manufacturing Co.
2.8.2024
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FW-3 Fall Arrest Harness
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Part No.
FW-3-XS
FW-3-S
FW-3-R
FW-3-L
FW-3-XL
FW-3-XXL
Fall Arrest Harness
FW-3
is a general
Waist Size
Metric Size
28-36 in
71-91 cm
28-38 in
74-97 cm
36-44 in
91-112 cm
41-49 in
104-124 cm
42-52 in
109-132 cm
48-60 in
122-152 cm
FW-3
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Summary of Contents for Lewis FW-3
- Page 1 The nylon webbing has a wear stripe indicator woven within the mesh that during the pre- donning inspection, allows the user an additional way to check for wear that may require belt replacement. The FW-3 harness features chest and leg quick-disconnects. This instructions manual document shall be made available at time of delivery.
- Page 2 Take precautions to protect against these hazards. » The FW-3 is not intended as a suspension harness. For long periods of suspension a harness with a seat is recommended. » Visually check all connections to assure they are proper & secure before each use.
- Page 3 PFAS. PROPER METHOD OF USE AND LIMITATIONS OF THE HARNESS The FW-3 is designed in accordance with ANSI/ASSE Z359.1-2007. It is the responsibility of the user to consider and allow for the following two performance characteristics of the harness prior to use.
- Page 4 EAP LANYARD - Example Lewis SLOWSTOP DORSAL D-RING (Identified with "A" mark) FW-3 FALL ARREST HARNESS Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096B FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ● sales@lewismfg.com ●...
- Page 5 » Hazards exist when working in and around machinery moving and rotating parts, and electrical equipment, sharp edges and abrasive surfaces. Take precautions to protect against these hazards. » The FW-3 is not intended as a suspension harness. For long periods of suspension a harness with a seat is recommended. I. Materials »...
- Page 6 Step3. Fabric Tag The FW-3 Harness has a fabric tag located on the back vertical strap as shown above. Make sure the tag is present and is legible. The tag contains: » Manufacturer Company Name, Logo & Contact Information »...
- Page 7 Make sure the spring-loaded release tabs work smoothly without friction and do not hang. Look for deformation, wear, and cracks on the metal parts. Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096A FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ●...
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Page 8: System Compatibility
SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY I. Compatible Lewis Mfg. Products Lewis Manufacturing FW-3 full body harness accessories and attachments are compatible with the Lewis Manufacturing the SLOWSTOP™ Lanyard, Single-Positioning Retractable Lanyard (SPRL), Dual-Positioning Retractable Lanyard (DPRL), and Flexible Steel Tail Rope. SLOWSTOP™... - Page 9 D-Ring. » Never use an anchor point to prevent snap hook keeper to close. Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096A FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ●...
- Page 10 CLEANING OF HARNESS You will increase the lifetime of the FW-3 harness with a good cleaning routine. Clean Nylon UV protected webbing with warm water and a mild detergent. A soft bristle scrub brush works well for tough cleaning. You may want to soak the harness in mild detergent water before scrubbing with brush.
- Page 11 Place the other arm through the opposite shoulder strap. The Dorsal D-Ring will be on your back. Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096A FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ● sales@lewismfg.com ●...
- Page 12 Waist Belt ) at or slightly above the waist level or regu- lar work pants. Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096B FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ● sales@lewismfg.com ●...
- Page 13 Shorten or lengthen the leg strap so the fit snugly, but not too tight, around the legs. Repeat the procedure for the Left Leg Strap. Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096A FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ●...
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Page 14: Final Adjustment
NOTE : During the wear-in period, the harness will become more pliable. Periodic adjustment may be necessary. Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096B FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ● sales@lewismfg.com ●... - Page 15 ‡ Rejected ‡ Rejected ‡ Rejected ‡ Rejected ‡ Rejected Inspected By: Comments on Rejection: Fall Arrest Harness Lewis Manufacturing Co. ● 3601 S. Byers ● Oklahoma City, OK 73129 Doc. 2096A FW-3 Toll-Free 833-646-8480 www.LewisMfg.com ● sales@lewismfg.com ● 2.8.2024...
- Page 16 MericAn roducts ince Lewis Manufacturing Company, a family owned business since its inception in 1936, has been striving to provide the highest quality American Made products available for Oilfield, Utility, PROVEN AND ACCEPTED and Industrial applications. Our products are by major oil and util- ity companies, production operators and drilling contractors throughout the industries.
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