Part
Anchorage
Tirsafe™
Turnbuckle + wire rope lock
Wire rope
Warning
1. The tirsafe™ T3 is a temporary transportable horizontal life-
line, conforming to standard EN 795 class B. It has also been
tested for 2 and 3 people. This device must be used with a
fall arrest system that conforms to EN 363.
2. Before use, it is essential that users are trained in the use of
this device, and that they have read the manual in detail and
comply with its instructions. The user's manual must be sup-
plied and kept with every system or component.
3. Never use the tirsafe™ T3 if there are any doubts concerning
its safety. It is recommended that a visual check is carried out
before each use. Destroy any tirsafe™ T3 which is damaged.
4. This device must be inspected annually by a competent per-
son (Tractel
®
S.A.S. or a repairer approved by Tractel
5. Caution: If the system has been subject to a fall, all the attach-
ments must be checked by Tractel
person authorised by the manager of the company.
6. The instructions for attaching components together to create
a fall arrest system must be followed in accordance with
standard EN 363.
7. This device is suitable for use on an open air site and for a
temperature range of -35°C to +50°C.
8. During use, the fastenings must be checked. Check also
that the device is not likely to be damaged by: sharp edges,
friction, sources of heat, etc.
9. Tractel
®
accepts no responsibility for the consequences of
any modification and/or dismantling of the tirsafe™ T3, or
any use, storage (figure 1) or maintenance carried out diffe-
rently from that described. When it is not fitted, the tirsafe™
T3 should be stored in a clean, dry place. If the tirsafe™ is
dirty (dust, deposits, etc), clean it with a synthetic brush.
10. Important: If you are responsible for assigning this equipment
to an employee or similar person, ensure that you comply
with the applicable health and safety at work regulations.
11. The user must use the accessories supplied with the lifeline,
in particular a Tirfor
®
, tirsafe™ and wire rope with termina-
tions.
When installing and dismantling the tirsafe™ T3 lifeline ensure
you are safe, to avoid any risk of falling.
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
For any special application, please contact Tractel
Functions and description
Description of the components of the tirsafe™ (see figure H):
1. Pin,
2. Pin clip,
3. Tube,
4. Indicator window,
5. Cover.
Connectors (figures C):
1. Structural anchor,
2. Wire rope,
3. Tirfor
®
,
4. tirsafe™,
Technical specifications
Description
Anchorage point or structural anchor
Shock absorber
• Tirfor
®
(fig.C)
ø 8 mm min., loop end piece with M41
®
).
®
S.A.S. or by a competent
®
.
5. Support structure,
6. Connector (30 kN/6750 lbs).
Installation
CAUTION
Before and during use, you must consider how any necessary
rescue operation could be efficiently and safely carried out.
Before installation, check that the shear strength of the support
structure is greater than 30 kN.
Installing the lifeline
a. Attach the cover (5 fig. H) of the tirsafe™ to the ring of the
Tirfor
®
.
b. Release the Tirfor
®
using release lever (a) (fig. J.1).
c. Insert the wire rope in the Tirfor
(fig. J.2), until it reaches the ring.
d. Adjust the length of the line by sliding the wire rope in the
device.
e. Engage the Tirfor
®
by unlocking release lever (a) (fig. J.3).
f. Apply tension to the line with operating lever (b) (fig. J.4) until
the indicator strip appears in the indicator window on the tirsa-
fe™ shock absorber (i) (fig. E).
length of line
no. of users
4 m
3
10 m
3
20 m
3
The following is forbidden use of the lifeline if the clearance is
not (T = F (deflection) + F1 (distance of fall) + 1 m for safety)
(fig G) is not complied with.
N.B.: To determine F1, refer to the information in the manual
of the fall arrest device used.
Dismantling
To release the tension on the line, activate the reverse lever (c)
(fig. J.5) on the Tirfor
®
, then release the Tirfor
rope can be removed (see b in "installation").
Operation
Inspect the lifeline before each use or installation on a site.
Check that the shock absorber has not been triggered (fig. F) and
that the line is correctly tensioned (fig. D: before tension applied
- E: after tension applied).
The tirsafe™ T3 lifeline is a PPE which complies with the requi-
rements of standard EN795 B. It has also been tested for use by
2 and 3 people. It can be adjusted from 4 m to 20 m. The strength
of the extremity anchors must be greater than 30 kN.
Check the compatibility of the fall arrest device with the environ-
ment in which the lifeline is installed. Check that the user will
not collide with any obstacle during or after the fall.
For the traveller, use a steel wire connector that conforms to
EN 362.
Protect the device from high and low temperatures +50°-35°.
Protect it from chemical products.
Shear strength
30 kN
30 kN
30 kN
30 kN
®
on the side opposite the ring
force (daN) Deflection F
(mm)
1938
829
2279
1217
2619
1606
®
so that the wire
GB
5