Product Familiarisation; Before Use; Intended Use - Silverline 252190 Manual Del Usuario

252190
u) Store the equipment with its dedicated service record and usage
instructions. Gear with uncertain service history must be removed
from service and destroyed.
v) Before using this equipment, ensure that it complies with local
federal regulations and other applicable safety standards.
w) Textile products, including webbing and ropes, MUST NOT be
marked using ink from marker pens or paint, as these substances
may potentially lead to chemical damage of the material.
x) Store in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Product Familiarisation

1 Scaffold Hook
2 Karabiner
3 Rope Thimbles
4 Protective Sleeves (with safety labels)
5 Lanyard

Intended Use

• This lanyard is primarily used to connect to a suitable anchorage as part of a
work positioning or restraint system. It can also be used as part of a fall arrest
system, if used in combination with a suitable energy absorber.
WARNING: ALWAYS use in conjunction with a compatible fall arrest system
when working at height.
Fig. A
Fall Arrest Fall Restraint
Usage limitations
• This equipment is designed for use by one person with a combined total
weight no greater than 140kg, including clothing, tools, and other user-borne
objects
• Manual screw locking karabiners should only be used where frequent
opening and closing is not required
• Acidic, alkaline, or other environments with harsh substances may damage
the hardware of the karabiner. DO NOT expose the karabiner to corrosive
environments for prolonged periods of time. Organic substances and salt
water are particularly corrosive to metal parts
• DO NOT use in environments with temperatures lower than -40°C or greater
than 80°C
• Equipment must be shielded when used near welding, metal cutting, or other
activities that produce large amounts of heat
• Use extreme CAUTION when working near energised electrical sources. Metal
hardware conducts electric current. Maintain a safe working distance (at least
3m) from all electrical hazards
WARNING: Fall arrest gear is designed to arrest a fall from height ONLY
ONCE! If subjected to an arrested fall, the gear must be withdrawn from service
and rendered unusable.
Unpacking your Product
• Carefully unpack and inspect your product. Fully familiarise yourself with all
its features and functions
• Ensure all parts of the product are present and in good condition. If any parts
are missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use
this product

Before Use

Pre-use checks
• An inspection must be carried out before every use. All parts of the gear must
• Check correct function of Karabiner (2) and Scaffold Hook (1), and smooth
• Check the Lanyard (5), Rope Thimbles (3) and the Protective Sleeves (4) for
Note: Refer to the 'Maintenance' section for further advice on inspection and
fault conditions.
Anchorage requirements
• According to EN795 the minimum strength of any anchorage is 10kN
• Check anchorage for signs of deterioration
• As with all fall arrest gear, anchorages must be subjected to regular
• Check that the karabiner is the correct size for the anchorage to be used. If the
Anchorage position
Positioning
• The anchorage of the system should preferably be located above the user's
Use as part of a fall arrest system
• Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems shall be capable of sustaining a
• 22kN for non-certified anchorages, or
• Two times the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required
Use as part of a work positioning system
• Structures to which a work positioning system is attached shall be capable of
Use as part of a restraint system
• Anchorages to which a restraint or travel restraint system is attached shall be
• 4.5kN for non-certified anchorages, or
• Two times the foreseeable force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required
Connecting to other system components
• When used as part of a fall arrest system, connect to dorsal attachment point
shall NOT exceed 2m.
Restraint Positioning Lanyard
be inspected in an area with appropriate light conditions
operation of their safety mechanisms
damage
Fig. B
inspections by a competent person. Inspect at least once every three months
and record findings in a dedicated service record
karabiner is too small, use an anchor sling to connect to the anchorage
position
static load, applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least
strength shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached
sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the system of at
least 13kN, or twice the potential impact force, whichever is greatest. If more
than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required strength shall be
multiplied by the number of systems attached
capable of sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the
system of at least
strength shall be multiplied by the number of systems attached
of harness, combined with a suitable
energy absorber
WARNING: The total length of a lanyard connected to an energy absorber
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