Maintenance Procedures; General Inspection Procedures - Klein Tools PoleMaster FPD-5295 Instrucciones De Uso, Cuidado Y Mantenimiento

11. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

A written log of all service and inspection dates for this equipment
should be maintained by the company safety officer or other
competent individual.
1 Clean and maintain equipment as recommended. Wash with
warm water and mild detergent. Avoid harsh chemical agents
such as degreasing compounds, turpentine, paint thinner,
gasoline, and other solvents.The warning packet includes an
inspection grid for this purpose.
2 Inspect and lubricate all snap hooks after cleaning to make
sure they operate properly and close securely. Use an all-
purpose spray lubricant or light motor oil.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
Type of Exposure to Exposure to
Material Excessive Heat Chemicals
Nylon Poor resistance. Generally good
Webbing
resistance
Becomes
except around
brittle, has a
strong acids
shriveled brown
and phenolic
appearance.
compounds
Fibers will break
(phenol is
when flexed.
present in coal
Weakens at
tar and wood
300°F (149°C).
tar), which
cause it to
become brittle.
Klein-Kord Similar to Excellent
®
nylon; however, resistance to
hydrocarbons
neoprene will
protect nylon as used
fabric for a in wood
period of time. treatment, due
to neoprene.

12. GENERAL INSPECTION PROCEDURES

1 Check for wear and deterioration. Before each use, carefully
inspect your Wood Pole Fall Restrict Device (WPFRD) for signs
of wear or deterioration or evidence of impact loading. IF ANY
SIGNS OF IMPACT LOADING ARE EVIDENT, THE DEVICE
MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE. Visually inspect for
loose threads, pulled rivets, burns, cuts, abrasions, or evidence
of chemical or physical deterioration that may have weakened
the material or assembly.
Exposure to Molten Exposure to
Metal or Flame Paints or Solvents
Poor resistance. Generally offers
Strands fuse good resistance.
However, paint can
together and form
hard shiny spots. penetrate into the
weave and dry.
Has hard and brittle
feel. Will not support This can cause
combustion. webbing to become
hard and brittle
and can eventually
break the fibers.
Some solvents may
affect fibers.
Similar to nylon; Excellent
however neoprene resistance;
helps protect nylon however, some
fabric from welding strong solvents
splatter. could soften
neoprene and
attack nylon.
2 Inspect hardware for malfunctions and cracks; including
(2A) belt buckles, (2B) snap hooks, (2C) carabiner, (2D) cam
bracket sub-assembly, (2E) guide bracket and stops. Check
that snap hooks, carabiner and cam bracket sub-assembly are
not distorted or cracked and that the keepers are free of burrs,
functioning properly, clean, and not bent.
3 Destroy and replace all worn or damaged equipment.
Immediately destroy and replace any OPE system component
which does not pass inspection.
Should any unusual conditions be noted during
the inspection which are not specified here, do not use the
suspect equipment until a qualified individual has made a
decision on its usability.
2A
2B
2C
2D
2E
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