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The instruction manual for this device consists of general and specific instructions,
both must be carefully read and understood before use. Attention! This leaflet
shows the specific instruction only.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FLEX REG 140.
This note contains the necessary information for a correct use of the following
product/s: energy absorber with integrated adjustable lanyard and terminal con-
nectors, if any.
1) FIELD OF APPLICATION.
EN 355:2002 - Personal protective equipment against falls from a height - Energy
absorbers. This product is a personal protective device (P.P.E.). It complies with
Regulation (UE) 2016/425. Attention! For the use on elevating work platforms re-
fer to paragraph 9. Attention! For this product the indications of the standard EN
365 must be respected (general instructions / paragraph 2.5). Attention! For this
product a periodic thorough inspection is compulsory (general instructions / par-
agraph 8.). Attention! Before using the equipment, read thoroughly, as well, the
instructions for use that are specific to any connector provided with the equipment.
1.1 - Warnings. This device is provided with the innovative progressive fabric
energy absorber Slider (Patented), composed of a textile and a metal part. The
device has the purpose of gradually absorbing the impact force of a fall that may
occur while working, reducing it to values that are tolerated by the human body.
Attention! As a result of a fall which has involved the energy absorber, the red
safety label will be torn apart (Fig. 6.3): the user must stop using the product and
replace it immediately. Attention! Danger of death: do no use for progression on
via ferrata or for mountaineering activities. Attention! Do not insert any object
inside the protective pouch.
2) NOTIFIED BODIES. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph
9 / table D): M1; N1.
3) NOMENCLATURE (Fig. 3). 1) Upper connecting loop. 2) Anti-rotational elastic
band for quick links. 3) Quick-link. 4)Webbing. 5) Adjustment buckle. 6) Contain-
ment elastic band. 7) Connecting loop for webbing/energy absorber. 8) Protec-
tive case. 9) Zipper. 10) Marking Label. 11) Red safety label. 12) Textile part of
the energy absorber. 13) Metal part of the energy absorber. 14) Elastic strip of
the energy absorber. 15) Lower connecting loop. 16) Upper terminal connector.
17) Lower terminal connector.
3.1 - Main materials. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph
2.4): 2-10-13 (energy absorber); 3 (adjusting buckle); 7 (webbing, seams).
4) MARKING.
Numbers/letters without caption: refer to the legend in the general instructions
(paragraph 5).
4.1 - General (Fig. 1). Indications: 1; 2, 4; 6; 7; 8; 9; 11; 12; 30) Maximum
allowed length of the device including the integrated adjustable lanyard and ter-
minal connectors; 31) Fillable area for identification of the device; 32) Pictogram
showing the suitability for horizontal use of the device and precautions related to
this use; 33) Maintenance symbols. 34) Maximum weight of the user, equipment
included.
4.2 - Traceability (Fig. 1). Indications: T2; T3; T8; T9.
5) COMPATIBILITY.
This product can only be used in combination with CE-marked equipment: work
equipment such as connectors (EN 362), harnesses (EN 361), ropes (EN 1891),
etc. Attention! The presence of knots in the equipment can compromise its strength
(Fig. 8.9). Attention! The total length of a partial system with an energy absorber
including lanyard, end connections and connectors must not exceed 2 meters
(connector + lanyard + energy absorber + connector) (Fig. 4.2).
5.1 - Anchor points. Only anchor points that comply with the EN 795 standard
can be used (minimum strength 12 kN or 18 kN for non-metallic anchors) that
do not have sharp edges. Attention! Pay attention to the anchors, which may
increase the height of the fall (e.g. anchors on slopes or vertical planes, flexible
textile anchors, etc.).
5.2 - Connectors. In the upper and lower connecting loops insert only connectors
compliant with EN 362, preferably equipped with a stabilizing system along the
major axis (e.g. Fix Pro, ACL system, etc.). For a semi-permanent connection to the
harness, or for connecting the upper loop to connectors with eyelets, use exclu-
sively EN 362 quick links, closed as indicated in its own user instruction manual.
6) CHECKS.
Further to the checks listed below, comply with what indicated in the gen-
eral instructions (paragraph 3). To proceed with the inspection it is nec-
essary to open the protective pouch and check what is inside it. Atten-
tion! Be careful on the way the textile and/or metallic part of the energy
absorber is inserted inside the case, in order to put it back correctly once
the check has been done (Fig. 3.2). Attention! When repositioning the tex-
tile part inside the pouch, pay attention not to create knots on the webbing.
Before each use check that: the protective pouch is intact (e.g. no holes, cuts and
excessive wear) and the zip works correctly; the safety label is intact; there are no
tears in the stitching due to having arrested a fall or to a mishandling of the system.
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During each use: make sure that the zip fastener is closed.
7) ISTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
The product is intended for use by people with a maximum weight of 140 kg,
equipment included. Within this limit the deceleration experienced by the user
remains within 6 g. Connect the lower terminal connector of the equipment to the
EN 361 attachment point on the harness. Secure the upper terminal connector of
the equipment to an anchor point compliant with EN 795, preferably positioned
over the head of the user. Adjust the length of the device depending on the de-
sired use by means of the adjustment buckle, in order to minimize the height of
a possible fall.
7.1 - Precautions for use. During the use, make sure that all operating connectors
have been properly closed and secured and are not subject to unapproved loads
(e.g. lateral load, load on sharp edges, etc.) that might considerably reduce their
breaking load (Fig. 7). Attention! Avoid a pendulum fall by choosing an appropri-
ate anchor point.
7.2 - Clearance (Fig. 10). The fall clearance distance is the minimum distance
needed under the feet of the user in order to avoid the collision with the structure,
the ground, or other objects, in the event of a fall from a height. The fall clearance
distance (F) is given by the fall arrest distance (H) plus a further distance of 1 m
(B). The table shows the values for 100 and 140 kg masses, considering a length
of the device equal to 1,5 and 2 m (A). The distance between the harness at-
tachment point and the user's feet is conventionally equal to 1,5 m (C). Attention!
Before and during each use it is essential to consider the clearance value required
by the equipment in use. Attention! The values shown in the table are based on
theoretical estimates and drop tests with a rigid weight.
8) USE RFU 11.074.
These devices are compliant to the requests of the RFU PPE-R/11.074 Version 1
for horizontal and inclined use over an edge (r ≥ 0,5 mm) (Fig. 9.1-9.2). The tests
have been carried out using a steel bar with a 0,5 mm fillet radius without burs.
Consequently, the equipment can be used over horizontal or inclined structures
whose perimeters have edges with a radius greater than 0,5 mm (e.g. wooden
beams, rounded guard rails, basket in an elevated platform etc.). Attention!
Where possible the use over sharp edges should be kept to a minimum; use over
an edge poses greater risks compared to normal use.
8.1 - Warnings. 1) If the risk assessment has shown that the fall edge is a par-
ticularly sharp edge and/or not free from burs (e.g. an unclad proof parapet or
a sharp concrete edge), before the start of the work at heigh you will need to:
take all corresponding precautions to rule out the risk of falling over the edge,
install an edge protection or contact the manufacturer for further advice. 2) The
anchor point of the lanyard with energy absorber must not be below the user's
stand level (e.g. platform, flat roof). 3) The angle in between the vertical edge
of the structure and the work plan must be at least 90° (Fig. 9.4). 4) Calculating
the clearance space necessary beneath the edge (min 4,8 m). 5) The lanyard
with energy absorber must always be used in such a way that there is no slack
in the webbing. Adjustments to the length of the lanyard can only be made if the
user is not moving towards the fall edge. 6) To prevent a fall pendulum effect, the
working area and the lateral movements from the axis perpendicular to the edge
and passing through the anchor point of the equipment, on both sides, should
be limited in each case to a maximum of 1,5 m (Fig. 9.3). In all other cases, no
individual anchor point should be used but rather a Class C or D anchor device
pursuant to EN 795:2012. 7) If the lanyard with energy absorber is used with
a Class C anchor device pursuant to EN 795:2012 with a horizontal flexible
anchor line, the deflection of the anchor device must also be taken into account
when determining the necessary fall clearance distance beneath the user. Pay at-
tention to the details in the instructions of use of the anchor device. 8) Consider the
trajectory of a possible fall in order to avoid dangerous impacts against obstacles
of any kind. 9) Special rescue measures are to be determined and trained in the
event of a fall over an edge.
9) USE ON ELEVATING WORK PLATFORMS - NOT COMPLIANT WITH REGU-
LATION (EU) 2016/425
The device is suitable for the use on elevating work platforms: verify the suitability
of the device for this purpose based on the applicable standards in the country
where the device is being used (Fig. 11). For the connection use anchor points
situated inside the basket labeled as such. Attention! Not all anchor points are
suitable for arresting a fall. Attention! The lanyard must be the shortest length pos-
sible in order to prevent the user from falling off the basket in case of an accident.
10) SYMBOLS. Refer to the legend in the general instructions (paragraph 16): F1.
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