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- Page 1 & AFF4000LS HORIZONTAL FXLINE LIFE LINE SYSTEM ON CONCRETE STRUCTURES USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL & & Technical Information Technical Information...
- Page 2 Disclaimer The information provided in this User Instruction is based on the technical data that KStrong obtained under laboratory conditions and believes to be reliable. KStrong does not guarantee results and takes no liability or obligation in connection with this information. Since conditions of end‑use are beyond our control, it is the user's responsibility to determine the hazard levels and the use of proper personal protective equipment.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation of the system and Cable Termination and Shock Absorber (Ref. 22‑23 AFF4000 Over Head, Wall & Ceiling Mounted) Tensioner and Intermediate(Ref. AFF4000 Roof Mounted, Wall & Ceiling Mounted) Traveler (Ref. AFF4000 Over Head, Wall & Ceiling Mounted) PRE‑ USE CHECKS & PRECAUTIONS... -
Page 4: Know Your System
AFF40000 AFF4000LS The AFF4000 Cable Line Fall Arrest System is designed for commercial buildings and industrial structures of all types. Our engineered systems cover all your working at heights requirements for maintenance, cleaning, access, wash bays and inspections. KStrong has developed two types of Horizontal Lifeline systems to suit different needs, our standard AFF4000 and AFF4000LS Long Span Horizontal Lifeline system designed for single spans up to 35m. -
Page 5: Standards
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Standards Standards Description Guided type fall arresters including a rigid EN 353‑1 anchor line Guided type fall arresters including a flexible EN 353‑2 anchor line Anchor device requiring the fixing of one or EN 795 Type A more structural anchors Anchor device not requiring the fixing of one EN 795 Type B... -
Page 6: Instruction Guide
INSTRUCTION GUIDE Must be Read Prior to Use Prior to use, ensure all operating procedures have been read and properly understood. This fall arrest system is only to be used by competent persons who have experience and training in the safe use of the system and associated ... -
Page 7: Job Safety Analysis
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Job Safety Analysis Before commencing the job, it is recommended that the service technician / installer completes a JSA form, to identify hazards at site and to decide the correct PPE they need to mitigate the hazard. Refer to the example below. Section 1 Job details Work order or Project name... - Page 8 We agree to perform the work required in accordance with the instructions provided, including but not limited to the use of all listed PPE Remember꞉ • Each JSA must be site specific. • Include all workers in the development of this JSA. Customercare@kstrong.com...
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Page 9: Aff4000 & Aff4000Ls Fall Arrest System Components
This system is made of stainless steel components, wire cable and is maintained in the rigid position by the use of two mounting brackets, installed at each end. The AFF4000 Fall Arrest System has been rigorously tested and manufactured in accordance with EN795꞉2012 Type C & TS 16415꞉2013 Standards. Traveler... -
Page 10: Component Chart
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Component Chart The chart below shows all the components of the AFF4000 Horizontal Lifeline System on concrete structure with their appropriate product codes and quantity required in a system. AFF4000 OVER HEAD, CEILING & WALL MOUNT TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT Component Qty. -
Page 11: Aff4000 (Floor/Wall/ Ceiling Mounted)
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Overhead Long Span Mounting Wall Mounted Ceiling Mounted... -
Page 12: Aff4000Ls
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM AFF4000LS 18kN Horizontal Lifeline System Designed for Single Spans up to 35 meters It has been designed to start to deploy when 18kN of force has been applied, allowing the line to be pretensioned at a higher force .The result is very low deflection in cable and very low fall arrest distance. -
Page 13: Universal Extremity Plate And Shock Absorber
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Universal Extremity Plate Stainless Steel Universal Extremity Plate is used to create an anchor point at the ends of the lifeline. TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT Universal AFF113710 Extremity Plate Design Universal Extremity for Horizontal Lifeline Anchorage point for Horizontal Lifelines with over head application. For steel structures M12x50. For Application concrete M12X80 (Refer Hilti HSV guide) Material... -
Page 14: Shock Absorber
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Shock Absorber The Shock Absorber reduces the impact of the fall on the user as well as on the structure. The shock absorber also has a tension indicator at one end to help the installer know how much tension is to be given to the line after the installation. TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT Shock Absorber AFF112100... -
Page 15: Tensioner
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Tensioner The Tensioner is attached to the shock absorber using stainless steel nut bolts and has a swageless termination at one end for the wire rope . Once the lifeline is installed, the tensioner is tightened by inserting a rod in the hole and rotating it. Swaged Tensioner Swageless Tensioner Swaged Tensioner... -
Page 16: Wire Rope
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Wire Rope Stainless Steel Cable 7 STRANDS 7 STRANDS 1 STRANDS WIRE OF 19 WIRES OF 7 WIRES OF 19 WIRES 8MM WIRE CABLE TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT Wire Rope AFF518XXX(S) AFF5187X7XXXS AFF518119XXXS Design 7X19 1X19 Stainless steel cable for Stainless steel cable for Stainless steel cable for Application... -
Page 17: Traveler
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Traveler Simply connect a karabiner to the Traveler Body when using a lanyard, rope line or a fall arrestor with a full body harness allowing the user to freely travel along the length of the line. The Traveler may be attached or detached from the line at any given point by two consecutive deliberate actions. Optional Traveler suitable for straight line Traveler suitable for straight... -
Page 18: Intermediate
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Intermediate The Intermediate brackets are used to divide a long line into multiple span, this reduces the sag on the line. The distance between two intermediate brackets may be between 5 meters and 15 meters depending on the receiving structure. For the long span systems, the maximum distance between two intermediates is 35 meters. -
Page 19: Corner Bracket
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Corner Bracket Corner piece designed to be fixed on concrete floors or ceilings in conjunction with a horizontal lifeline (AFF4000). Available in different variants depending upon the angle꞉ AFA935207 Corner Bracket TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT AFA935207(60) 60 degrees AF935207(90) 90 Degrees... -
Page 20: Cable Termination
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Cable Termination The Stainless Steel Cable Extremity attaches directly to the end of the 8mm wire rope allowing a simple an easy connection to the extremity anchor. Simple and easy to install on the desired length of the cable. The extremity provides neat end connection eliminating any loose wires. * NOTE꞉... -
Page 21: Inspection Plate꞉ Aff115101H
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Inspection Plate꞉ AFF115101H The Inspection Plate is installed on the tensioner side of the system for identification, traceability and maintenance of inspection records. At time of installation, the relevant details are recorded on the ID Tag. The next inspection dates are also recorded on the month and year on the back of the ID plate. -
Page 22: Fasteners And Tools
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Fastening to Concrete Structures꞉ Chemical Fastener M12꞉ Hilti HAS‑E or Fischer FTR Material of Chemical Anchor꞉ Stainless Steel 316 Concrete Adhesive꞉ HILTI HY 150, FISCHER FIS V360S or at least equivalent. Fasteners and Tools Tools꞉... -
Page 23: Intermediate Bracket
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Intermediate Bracket (AFF111525) Using the rebar locator, mark the position of the holes which are not obstructed by the rebar. Drill a hole Ø14mm in structural concrete 80mm in depth. CHEMICAL FASTENERS(M12) Concrete quality at least C20/25 (20MPa based on cylinder test and 25MPa based on cube test). -
Page 24: Corner Post
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Corner Post (AFA935204) and (AFA935207) Using the rebar locator, mark the position of the holes which CHEMICAL FASTENERS(M12) are not obstructed by the rebar. Drill a hole Ø14mm in structural concrete 80mm in depth. Concrete quality at least C20/25 (20MPa based on cylinder test and 25MPa based on cube test). -
Page 25: Installation Of The System
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Installation of the System Step 1꞉ Swaging & adding Extremity Stopper Equipment Swaging Tool The swaging Tool is the most important equipment to ensure a robust swage. Swaging must be performed by a hydraulic Swaging tool capable ... -
Page 26: Aff4000 Over Head, Wall & Ceiling Mounted)
Insert a pin ring in the locking pin to lock it. extremity stopper Cable Termination & Shock Absorber Ref. AFF4000 Overhead, Wall & Ceiling Mounted STEP 1꞉ SHOCK ABSORBER꞉ Ref. PN AFF112100 & AFF114112 Connect the D‑Shackle directly to the universal extremity plate and tighten the locking bolt... - Page 27 HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Tensioner & Intermediate Ref. AFF4000 Overhead, Wall & Ceiling Mounted STEP 1꞉ MOUNTING THE TENSIONER ON THE SYSTEM Connect the other D‑Shackle directly to the tensioner and tighten locking bolt. Open the threads of the tensioner from both ends. Ensure 75% of the ...
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Page 28: Traveler (Ref. Aff4000 Over Head, Wall & Ceiling Mounted)
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Traveler Ref. AFF4000 Overhead, Wall & Ceiling Mounted STEP 1꞉ Traveler Ref. AFF119028 The traveler may be attached or detached from the line at any given point. 1. Remove karabiner from Traveler, open the gate 2. Insert traveler directly onto the wire 3. -
Page 29: Pre- Use Checks & Precautions
Once installed, it is important to inspect the complete line by moving the entire length of life line It is mandatory for the Site Inspector/ Supervisor and the actual users of the system to perform a thorough check before carrying out work. KStrong ... -
Page 30: Precautions While Using The System
Usage of certain component/sub system may interfere with the proper functioning of this equipment and the system may not deliver or work as per its intended use. In such case KStrong may not be held responsible for any malfunction. -
Page 31: Inspection Use And Maintenance
Fall Protection Equipment is a life saving product. As per the EN 365 of PPE Regulations 425/2016, it is mandatory to have a ‘Competent Authority’ to inspect the Fall Protection Equipment at least once annually. KStrong COMPASS Inspection software helps taking care of the equipment for at least 20 years. Cloud based online as well as off line software ... -
Page 32: Warranty
Software based support for inspection of the system annually. Warranty The system is produced with extreme precision. Should there arise a manufacturing defect within a period of 1 year of supply, KStrong stands to repair the components or replace if necessary. Warranty does not cover꞉... -
Page 33: Tools Required
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Tools Required RING SPANNER DOUBLE END SPANNER SOCKET SET TENSIONER TIGHTENING TOOL CRIMPING PLIER BOLT CUTTER ALLEN KEY Machines HYDRA JAWS LIFELINE TESTING CORDLESS DRILL MACHINE HAMMER DRILL MACHINE CORDLESS IMPACT WRINCH POWER BIRD RIVETING MACHINE SWAGING TOOL HYDRAULIC CRIMPING HEAD Anchors... -
Page 34: Measuring Tools
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Measuring Tools TAPE DIGITAL TORQUE WRENCH DISTANCE METER LASER TOOL VERNIER DETECTOR Consumables, Miscellaneous Tools IMPACT DUST PUMP HOLE SAW CUTTER HOT AIR GUN SETTING TOOL PAINT BRUSH DRILL BIT DRILL BLOWER CHEMICAL APPLICATOR WRENCH SIZE Hex Bolt Wrench Size Socket Size ALLEN KEY SIZE... -
Page 35: Proof Loading
HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Proof Loading Process of Proof Loading of Horizontal Lifelines Proof loading of roof post (Non Destructive) Post installation at least 10% of the posts should be proof loaded by a load testing device .The posts should be subjected to a static load of 6kN f o r ... - Page 36 KStrong Asia Pte Ltd 33A Chander Road, Singapore 219539 Email꞉ customercare@kstrong.com www.kstrong.com South America Asia...
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