Components And Materials; Associated Equipment; Maintenance And Storage - Tractel blocfor 1.8 EVO ESD Manual De Instalación, De Utilización Y De Mantenimiento

• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester if you
are not in good physical condition.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester if you
are pregnant.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester if
the safety function of any of the associated items is
affected by the safety function of another item or may
interfere with it.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester if
the fall indicator on the M46 connector is activated
(figure 3.d).
• to release the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester
lanyard if it not is entirely wound in (figure 2.a).
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester to
secure a mate rials load.
• to secure the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester to
a structural anchor point with a strength less than
12 kN, or which may be assumed as such.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester for
vertical angles of over 20° (figure 1.c).
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester lanyard
as a means of slinging.
• to interfere with the alignment of the blocfor™ self-
retracting fall-arrester with respect to the lanyard.
• to interfere with free unwinding and winding of the
blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester lanyard.
• to perform any repair or maintenance operations
on the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester without
first having been trained and qualified, in writing, by
TRACTEL
(figure 2.b).
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• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester if it is
not complete, if it has been dismantled beforehand or
if components have been replaced by any person not
unauthorised by TRACTEL
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester
horizontally if the radius of the edge (R Min) does not
comply with the technical specifications table above,
or if there is presence of burrs.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester
horizontally if the distance between the anchor
point and the edge (L min) does not comply with the
technical specifications table above.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester
horizontally if the maximum lateral displacement
distance perpendicular to the edge (M max) does not
comply with the technical specifications table above.
• to use the blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester in a
horizontal configuration if a specific rescue plan has
not been set up beforehand.
• to use the blocfor™ 1.8A EVO ESD self-retracting
fall-arrester if the M47 connector secured to the end
of the energy absorber of the retractable lanyard
is connected to an anchor point, and if the upper
connector of the device is linked to an anchor point on
the fall-arrester harness.
• to use the blocfor™ 1.8B EVO ESD self-retracting
fall-arrester if the M47 connector secured to the end
of the energy absorber of the retractable lanyard is
connected to an anchor point, and if the retractable
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lanyard connector is linked to an anchor point on the
fall-arrester harness.
8. Installation
• Insofar as possible, the structural anchorage point
should be located above the operator. The structural
anchor point must withhold a minimal resistance of
12 kN.
• The connection to the anchoring point or to the
structure must be done using an EN 362 connector.
• For the connection of the fall-arrest system to the fall-
arrest harness, refer to the instructions of the harness
and the fall-arrest system in order to use the proper
anchorage point and the proper attaching procedure.
DANGER
Before and during use, it is necessary to plan out
how possible rescue can be efficiently and safely
conducted, within less than 15 minutes. Beyond this
time, operator is in danger.

9. Components and materials

• Webbing strap: Multifilament polyethylene.
• Energy absorber: PA + PES.
• Housings: PA/ABS.
• Fastening parts: Stainless steel and zinc-plated steel.

10. Associated equipment

Fall-arrester system (EN 363):
• An anchorage (EN 795).
• An end connector (EN 362).
• A fall-arrest system (EN 360).
• A connector (EN 362).
• A descender (EN 361).

11. Maintenance and storage

If your blocfor™ self-retracting fall-arrester is dirty,
it can be washed with clear, cold water using a mild
detergent for fabrics, and a synthetic brush.
If during use or when washing, the blocfor™ self-
retracting fall-arrester becomes wet, allow it to dry
naturally in a shaded location away from any source
of heat.
During transport and storage, protect the equipment in
a moisture-free package against any danger (source of
direct heat, chemical products, UV radiation, etc.).
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