Idiomas disponibles
Idiomas disponibles
1. The LCR is a work positioning lanyard, conforming to stan-
dard EN 358. This device can only be used by one person
wearing a fall arrest harness (EN 361).
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 LCR if there are any doubts concerning its
safety. It is recommended that a visual check is carried out
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before each use. Destroy any lanyard 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
attachments must be checked by Tractel S.A.S. or by a com-
petent person.
6. The instructions for attaching components together to create
a fall arrest system must be followed in accordance with stan-
dard EN 363.
7. This device is suitable for use on an open air site and for a
temperature range of -40°C to +60°C.
8. During use, the adjustment and attachment elements 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 LCR lanyard, or any
use, storage or maintenance carried out differently from that
described in figure 3.
10. Important : If you are responsible for assigning this equip-
ment to an employee or similar person, ensure that you com-
ply with the applicable health and safety at work regulations.
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
For any special application, please contact TRACTEL.
To use the work positioning lanyard, it must be connected to both
rings on the EN 358 positioning system.
Connect the spring hook on the work positioning lanyard (figure 2.a)
to one of the side attachment points on the belt, and check that the
closing part of the connector is in place.
Connect the other connector to the other side attachment point
on the belt, passing the work positioning lanyard round the sup-
port (figure 2.b).
Before using a work positioning lanyard, carry out the following
checks :
Check,
• That the connectors and the adjuster operate correctly and are
not deformed
• That there are no traces of oxidation
• That the marking is legible
• The general condition of the lanyard and the protective sheath
Follow the instructions below for operating this device :
• The lanyard must be positioned around a tubular support or
another structure before starting to climb.
• Check that the attachments are fully locked.
• Adjust the length of the lanyard so that any free fall will always
be limited to 0.5 m. The adjustment must be performed with the
lanyard tensioned, as the automatic tensioner has been desi-
gned to work with the lanyard tensioned.
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Warning
Installation
Operation
• The lanyard must never be positioned at a height below that of
the operator's abdomen (figure 2.b).
CAUTION
Before and during use, you must consider how any necessary,
rescue operation could be efficiently and safely carried out.
BRINGING THE LANYARD CLOSER TO/MOVING IT FURTHER
FROM THE SUPPORT
Pull on the lanyard as indicated in the diagrams (figure 2.c).
NB : If the type of work to be performed involves supports that
have sharp edges, a protective sheath must be used.
Conformity of the equipment
Tractel S.A.S. RN 19-Saint Hilaire sous Romilly-F-10102 Romilly-
sur-Seine France hereby declares that the safety equipment des-
cribed in this manual
• complies with the requirements of European Directive
89/686/EEC of December 1989
• is identical to the PPE which was the subject of the "EC0082"
type-examination certificate issued by the Apave SUDEUROPE,
B.P.193, 13322 Marseille cedex 16, and tested in accordance
with standard EN 358
• is subject to the procedure referred to in Art. 11B of Directive
89/686/EEC, under the control of a notified body.
Permissible attachments
A connector (EN 362).
A fall arrest system (EN 3XX).
A connector (EN362).
A fall arrest harness (NF EN 361).
(chest or back anchorage point)
Marking
The label on each lanyard indicates :
The trade name : Tractel,
The name of the product : eg : LCA (Rope lanyard with shock
absorber),
The product reference : TSAS code / Group code,
The serial number,
The standard : standard EN XXX,
The maximum length of the lanyard in metres,
The date,
A pictogram showing that the manual must be read before use,
CE 0197 indicating that the equipment meets the requirements of
the standard.
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