3M DBI Sala Rollgliss, User Instructions

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1.0 PRODUCT APPLICATION
1.1 PURPOSE: The Rescue-Positioning Device is designed to be a component of a rescue-positioning system. The device is
intended to lower one or two people simultaneously from an elevated height to a lower level in a positioning operation or
rescue situation.
1.2 STANDARDS: Your device conforms to the national or regional standard(s) identified on the front cover of these
instructions. If this product is resold outside the original country of destination, the re-seller must provide these
instructions in the language of the country in which the product will be used.
1.3 SUPERVISION: Use of this equipment must be supervised by a Competent Person¹.
1.4 TRAINING: This equipment must be installed and used by persons trained in its correct application. These instructions are to be used
as part of an employee training program as required by national, regional, or local standards. It is the responsibility of the users and
installers of this equipment to ensure they are familiar with these instructions, trained in the correct care and use of this equipment,
and are aware of the operating characteristics, application limitations, and consequences of improper use of this equipment.
1.5 RESCUE PLAN: When using this equipment and connecting subsystem(s), the employer must have a written rescue plan
and the means to implement and communicate that plan to users², authorized persons³, and rescuers
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. A trained, on-site
rescue team is recommended. Team members should be provided with the equipment and techniques necessary to perform a
successful rescue. Training should be provided on a periodic basis to ensure rescuer proficiency. Rescuers should be provided
with these instructions.
1.6 AFTER A FALL: If the device is subjected to the forces of arresting a fall, it must be removed from service immediately,
clearly tag it “DO NOT USE”, and then either destroyed or forwarded to 3M for replacement or repair.
2.0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
2.1 CAPACITY: The user capacity of a complete Fall Protection system is limited by its lowest rated maximum capacity component.
For example, if your connecting subsystem has a capacity that is less than your harness, you must comply with the capacity
requirements of your connecting subsystem. See the manufacturer instructions for each component of your system for capacity
requirements.
2.2 DESCENT PATH AND LANDING AREA CLEARANCE: The planned descent path must be unobstructed. The landing
area must be clear of obstructions to permit safe landing of the user. Failure to provide an unobstructed descent path and
landing area may result in serious injury. Maintain a minimum distance of 1 ft. (31 cm) away from any vertical surface to
ensure safe descent.
2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional
precautions to prevent injury to the user or damage to the equipment. Hazards may include, but are not limited to: heat,
chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, sharp edges, or
overhead materials that may fall and contact the user or device. Contact 3M Technical Services for further clarification.
2.4 SHARP EDGES: Avoid using this equipment where system components will be in contact with, or scrape against, sharp
edges and abrasive surfaces. All sharp edges and abrasive surfaces must be covered with protective material when
contact is unavoidable.
2.5 SWING FALLS: Swing Falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs (see Figure
5). The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury or death. Do not permit a swing fall if injury
could occur. Minimize swing falls by working as directly below the anchorage point as possible. The required Fall Clearance
(FC) of the user increases as User Work Radius (W) increases, since the total fall distance will be greater than if the user
had fallen directly below the anchorage point.
2.6 COMPONENT COMPATIBILITY: 3M equipment is designed for use with 3M approved components and subsystems
only. Substitutions or replacements made with non-approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of
equipment and may affect the safety and reliability of the complete system.
2.7 CONNECTOR COMPATIBILITY: Connectors are compatible with connecting elements when the size and shape of either
component does not cause the connector to inadvertently open, regardless of orientation. Connectors must comply with
applicable standards. Connectors must be fully closed and locked during use. 3M Connectors (snap hooks and carabiners)
are designed to be used only as specified in each instruction manual. Ensure connectors are compatible with the
system components to which they are connected. Do not use equipment that is non-compatible. Use of non-compatible
components may cause the connector to unintentionally disengage (see Figure 3). If the connecting element to which a
connector attaches is undersized or irregular in shape, a situation could occur where the connecting element applies a
force to the gate of the connector (A). This force could then cause the gate to open (B), disengaging the connector from
the connecting element (C).
1 Competent Person: One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are
unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.
2 User: A person who performs activities while protected by a Fall Protection system.
3 Authorized Person: A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to a fall hazard
4 Rescuer: A person using the Rescue system to perform an assisted rescue.