BUCKINGHAM MFG PN 5206 Series Instruction Manual

WARNING: Do not use this product if you cannot understand and follow the instructions and warnings that
come with it and complete all necessary functions. This product is a component of a personal fall arrest or restraint
system where falls may occur over edges. The user must understand the manufacturer's instructions and be
trained in the proper use of each component or, part of, the complete personal fall arrest system. Manufacturer's
instructions must be followed for proper installation, use, care, and maintenance of this product. These
instructions must always be available for reference. Alterations or misuse of this product or failure to follow
instructions may result in serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT: This manual is intended to meet the Manufacturer's Instructions in compliance with the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z359.14-2021 and should be used as part of an employee training program as
required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). All components or subsystems used with
the SRD discussed in this manual must be in compliance with ANSI Z359 and OSHA.
KEY COMPONENTS: Refer to Figure 1a for identification of key components of Class 2 Self-Retracting Devices.
5206 Series SRDs are drum wound Cable Lifelines (A) that retract into a Nylon Housing (B). The Swivel Eye (D) on
top of the SRD allows units to hang from anchorage by an attached Carabiner (C). The SRD is attached to the Fall
Arrest connection on a Full Body Harness via a self-locking snap hook (E) on the end of the Lifeline. The Wire rope
and Ferrules, which secure the snap hook, are protected from abrasion and corrosion by a Bumper (F). Class 2
devices include an integral energy absorbing pack (G).
PN 5206-30 is a 30' Steel Cable Retractable & PN 5206Q3-20 is a 20' Steel Cable Retractable
with a web carry handle (H).
APPLICATIONS
The 5206 Series, Self-Retractable Lanyards (SRL) are designed for use as
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part of a complete fall-arrest system that is required by OSHA and is in
compliance with ANSI. As supplied, the PN 5206 Series SRL meets
the ANSI Z359.14-21 Standard as a Class 2 SRL and can be used by a
single user with a maximum weight of 310 lbs. (140.6 kg) when fully
equipped. A Self-Retracting Lanyard acts only as a component to a
complete fall arrest system and must be used in conjunction with an
ANSI rated harness. This device is suitable for horizontal use only
when properly configured as part of a complete Class 2 ANSI Fall
Arrest System. There are numerous types of unprotected sharp edges
that may cause damage to the cable of this system. This system has
not been tested with all edge substrates and is not approved for use
on all edges. Sharp edge testing was completed in accordance with
ANSI Z359.14-21 using the specified edge substrate from the ANSI
Z359.14 standard. Do not expose the constituent line of the Class 2
SRL to other types of edges or abrasive surfaces that may cut or
damage the line. Fall Arrest PPE shall always be the last method to
avoid fall hazards based on the hierarchy of controls (ANSI/ASSP
Z359.2). When using this device, the user shall make every effort to utilize an overhead anchorage, minimizing
risks associated with a non-overhead anchorage. For work that requires the use of a Class 2 SRL near sharp
edges or abrasive surfaces, use edge protection and / or relocate anchorage point to avoid contact with an
edge or abrasive surface.
ANSI Z359.14-2021 requires a Class 2 device to have an arrest distance of less than 42" (1.07m) and an average
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arrest force of 1350 lbs. (6kN) or less with a maximum peak arresting force of 1800 lbs. (8kN) or less. The arrest
distance described above applies only to overhead anchorage connection applications. For non-overhead
5206-30Inst.Doc
PN 230502 (10/20/22) Rev. 3/27/24
BUCKINGHAM MFG.
CABLE AND LEADING EDGE SELF-RETRACTING DEVICES
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PN 5206 SERIES
Figure 1a: Key components of Class 2
Self-Retracting Devices
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