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Figure 1 - Product Overview Figure 1 - Product Overview Harness Harness Buckles and Harness Harness Buckles and Style Model Attachment Elements Adjusters Other Elements Pads Style Model Attachment Elements Adjusters Other Elements Pads 1401040 1401105 1401041 1401106 1401042 ...
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Figure 1 - Product Overview Figure 1 - Product Overview Harness Harness Buckles and Harness Harness Buckles and Style Model Attachment Elements Adjusters Other Elements Pads Style Model Attachment Elements Adjusters Other Elements Pads 1401215 1401145 1401216 1401146 1401217 1401147 ...
Never exceed the maximum free fall distance specified for your Fall Protection equipment. Do not use any Fall Protection equipment that fails inspection, or if you have concerns about the use or suitability of the equipment. Contact 3M Technical Services with any questions.
Always ensure you are using the latest revision of your 3M instruction manual. Visit www.3m.com/userinstructions or contact 3M Technical Services for updated instruction manuals. PRODUCT OVERVIEW: Figure 1 illustrates available harness models. Harness models are defined by their general construction and available features.
Before using this equipment, record the product identification information from the ID label in the “Inspection and Maintenance Log” at the back of this manual. Table 1 - Product Specifications System Specifications Each product model is certified to, or conforms with, the applicable standards and Standards: regulations listed within Figure 1.
Hazards may include, but are not limited to: high heat, chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, sharp edges, or overhead materials that may fall and contact the user or equipment. Contact 3M Technical Services for further clarification.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS: All connections must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. See Figure 4 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not attach snap hooks and carabiners: To a D-ring to which another connector is attached. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate. Large-throat snap hooks should not be connected to standard- size D-Rings or other connecting elements, unless the snap hook has a gate strength of 16 kN (3,600 lbf) or greater.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW: Full body harnesses are to be used as part of a Fall Protection system. Ensure each component of your Fall Protection system is installed per the manufacturer instructions. PLANNING: Plan your Fall Protection system before installation. Account for all factors that may affect your safety before, during, and after a fall.
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Pads should remain largely in place and resist sliding. Figure 7 - Equipment Check USING THE ADJUSTERS: 3M Harnesses are equipped with a pair of adjusters for modifying the shoulder straps. See Figure 9 for reference. See Figure 1 for which adjuster types are on your harness.
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Open the Gate (A) of the carabiner interface. Slide the SRD (C) over the open Arm (B) of the carabiner. Then, Figure 12 - Interface Loop slide the SRD to the opposite side of the carabiner. Hold the Gate (A) of the carabiner interface open, then slide the open Arm (B) behind and around both Harness Straps (D), capturing the straps within the carabiner interface.
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3.10 SECURING LANYARDS WITH CHOKER LOOPS: Some lanyard models include choker loops for connecting to Figure 16 - Attaching the Weight Distribution System harnesses. Choker loops are web loops that are designed to choke the lanyard onto a harness before securing to an anchorage point.
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Figure 18 - Removing the Leg Pads P ARK P ARK P ARK P ARK P ARK P ARK LANY ARD LANY ARD LANY ARD LANY ARD LANY ARD LANY ARD H ERE, SEE H ERE, SEE H ERE, SEE H ERE, SEE H ERE, SEE H ERE, SEE...
CLEANING: 3M Full Body Harnesses must be cleaned in accordance with 3M instructions. To clean the harness, wash in a mild, bleach-free detergent and then rinse. The harness should afterwards be hung to air-dry. Water used for cleaning and temperatures used to air-dry must never exceed 130°F (54.4°C).
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1) Country of Origin RFID Tag LOCATION: 3M product covered in these user instructions is equipped with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tag. RFID Tags may be used in coordination with an RFID Tag Scanner for recording product inspection results. See Figure 19 for where your RFID Tag is located.
Table 2 – Inspection and Maintenance Log Model Number (Serial Number): Date Purchased: Date of First Use: ··· This product must be inspected by the user before each use. Additionally, a Competent Person other than the user must inspect this equipment at least once each year. ···...
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These are general requirements and information provided by ANSI/ASSP Z359. 3M Fall Protection may impose more stringent restrictions on the use of its products; refer to your 3M instruction manual for more information. It is essential that the users of this type of equipment receive proper training and instruction, including detailed procedures for the safe use of such equipment in their work application.
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ANSI/ASSP Z359.11 American National Standard ANSI/ASSP Z359 Requirements for Annex A Proper Use and Maintenance of Full Body Harnesses 12. Frontal – The frontal attachment serves as a ladder climbing connection for guided-type fall arresters where there is no chance to fall in a direction other than feet first, or may be used for Work Positioning. Supporting the user, post-fall or during work positioning, by the frontal attachment will result in a sitting body position, with the upper torso upright, with weight concentrated on the thighs and buttocks.
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LIMITED REMEDY: Upon written notice to 3M, 3M will repair or replace any product determined by 3M to have a factory defect in workmanship or materials. 3M reserves the right to require product be returned to its facility for evaluation of warranty claims. This warranty does not cover product damage due to wear, abuse, misuse, damage in transit, failure to maintain the product or other damage beyond 3M’s control.
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