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Anchorage position
WARNING: When using this equipment for work positioning the anchorage must be
positioned at or above waist level.
WARNING: When using this equipment for fall arrest, the anchorage should preferably be
located above the user's position.
Use as part of a fall arrest system
Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems should be capable of sustaining a static load,
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applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least:
o 22kN for non-certified anchorages
o 2 x the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
o If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required strength should be
multiplied by the number of systems attached
Use as part of a work positioning system
Structures to which a work positioning system is attached should be capable of sustaining
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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 should be multiplied by the number of systems attached.
Use as part of a restraint system
Anchorages to which a restraint or travel restraint system is attached shall be capable of
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sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least
o 4.5kN for non-certified anchorages, or
o 2 x the foreseeable force for certified anchorages
o If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required strength should be
multiplied by the number of systems attached
Compatibility
This screwgate karabiner is compatible with miscellaneous height safety systems and safety
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gear including but not limited to the following Silverline products:
o
Restraint Harness
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Fall Arrest Harness
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Fall Arrest & Restraint Harness
o Shock Absorbing Lanyard
o Restraint Positioning Lanyard
o Wide Back Support Belt
WARNING: Always verify that all components used in combination with each other are
compatible.
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Connecting hardware must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Non-compatible
connectors may accidentally disengage and lead to serious injury or even death.
Only use connectors, such as D-rings, snaphooks, karabiners and other equipment with a
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minimum rating of 22kN or 140kg max load (whichever is appropriate).
Operation
WARNING: When connectors are poorly positioned, the attachment D-rings could act as a
lever on the connector gate and subsequently damage it when sudden tension comes on to the
rope. ALWAYS ensure connectors remain safely positioned during use.
Note: This equipment must ONLY be used by competent operators. All users must be trained
in its safe use. Inexperienced users must receive instruction prior to using this equipment. A
risk assessment must be carried out before undertaking any operations requiring height safety
equipment.
WARNING: ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work area and
type of activity, including but not limited to, eye protection, gloves, hard hat, protective shoes and
hearing protection.
Note: Check the correct fitting and adjustment at least every 2 hours during use. This may save
your life! Regularly check connections with other equipment in the system and ensure various
system components are correctly positioned with respect to each other.
Opening & closing the screwgate
WARNING: This karabiner must ALWAYS be used with the Gate (4) closed and fully locked by
the locking sleeve.
1. To open, turn the knurled Locking Sleeve (5) anticlockwise until the Gate opens.
2. Push the Gate inwards to open the karabiner.
3. To close, release the mechanism, let the Gate return to its closed position, and turn the knurled
Locking Sleeve all the way clockwise, into the locked position.
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Making connections (see Fig. IV & V)
WARNING: ALWAYS follow the manufacturer's instructions supplied with each system
component.
WARNING: Never apply multiple loads to a single connector.
When using a karabiner or scaffold hook to connect to an anchorage or when connecting
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components of a height safety system together, ensure that accidental disengagement
('rollout') cannot occur.
Note: Accidental disengagement is possible when interference between a karabiner or scaffold
hook and the mating connector causes the gate or keeper to accidentally open and release.
DO NOT use connectors that will not completely close over the anchor point.
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DO NOT make knots in a lanyard.
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DO NOT hook a lanyard back on to itself.
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DO NOT attach two or more karabiners or scaffold hooks to each other.
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DO NOT attach two or more karabiners or scaffold hooks into one D-ring.
DO NOT attach a harness directly to a horizontal lifeline. Always use a retractable lifeline or
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lanyard with shock absorber.
WARNING: Be aware that some equipment combinations may reduce the effective strength of
the connector (e.g. when connecting to wide straps).
Proper alignment under load
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The karabiner must be installed so that the loads are applied in the area designed for greatest
strength (see marking on the product, Fig. VI).
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The anchorage or anchorage connector should be seated in the radius of the karabiner opposite
the Gate (4).
DO NOT apply loads across the Gate (Fig. V).
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The karabiner must be able to move freely and without interference during use. ANY constraint
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or external pressure is DANGEROUS (Fig. IV).
Rescue plan
WARNING: A suitable and sufficient risk assessment must be carried out before commencing
with any kind of work at height, or any work that requires the use of personal protective equipment
(PPE) as a control measure.
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The user must have a rescue plan and the means at hand to implement it
The plan must take into account the equipment and special training necessary to effectively
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conduct prompt rescue under all foreseeable conditions
Accessories
Additional height safety equipment, workwear and other personal protection equipment is
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available from your Silverline stockist.
Maintenance
Note: All height safety equipment must be regularly inspected, cleaned and maintained by a
competent person, in accordance with local laws and regulations. Maintenance for each fall arrest
and work positioning/restraint component, subsystem and system must be recorded in a dedicated
service record (see end of this manual).
WARNING: Carry out a visual and tactile inspection of all components, every time the
equipment is used. Carry out a detailed examination if the equipment has not been used for
some time.
Note: A thorough, detailed examination of the equipment must be carried out at regular intervals,
at least once annually, or more frequently depending on use.
WARNING: Should any damage be detected, remove the equipment from service
immediately. It must then be rendered unusable and discarded.
Inspection procedure
The following procedure helps detect defects potentially resulting in degradation and/or weakening
of karabiners:
1. Inspect for missing or altered parts. Refer to the image in 'Product Familiarisation' for
identification. Verify each item is present and has not been tampered with.
2. Inspect the entire karabiner for cracks, nicks or breaks in the metal. Inspect every millimetre
Note: If necessary, clean before inspection, to be able to detect even small hairline cracks.
3. Inspect for deformed, bent or dented parts. Open the Gate (4) and inspect the Nose (1) of the
connector for signs of wear, distortion or damage.
4. Inspect the metal surface for any signs of corrosion. Steel connectors may show red dust as
evidence of corrosion; aluminium connectors may develop pitting or scales.
5. Inspect for heat damage, which can usually be seen as discoloration or darkening of the metal
surfaces.
6. Perform a functional test: The locking mechanism must function easily, and the connector
must fully open and close smoothly and easily. When locked, the Gate MUST NOT open under
pressure from any direction.
Inspect all other components or subsystem of the fall arrest equipment according to
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manufacturer's instructions
