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7.0 LABELS 

and MARKINGS

7.1 LABELS:

 Figure 15 illustrates product labels and their location on the harness. All labeling must be present and fully 

legible. Information on each label is as follows:

 

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Label images are intended to be representative. Please refer to your product labels for specific information.

A

1) Warning Statement - Read all user instructions.  2) Harness Specifications

3) Warning Statement - Do not exceed system or harness capacity.

B

1) Harness Capacity: 130 lb. - 310 lb.  2) Model Number  3) Manufactured (Year/Month)  4) Lot Number

5) Harness Size  6) Applicable Standards  7) Letter Code Identifier for Applicable Standards  8) User Identification

C

1) Attachment Element Diagram and Descriptions

2) Serial Number  3) Inspection Log

D

1) Country of Origin

8.0 RFID 

Tag

8.1 LOCATION:

 3M product covered in these user instructions is equipped with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tag. 

RFID Tags may be used in coordination with an RFID Tag Scanner for recording product inspection results. See Figure 14 

for where your RFID Tag is located.

8.2 DISPOSAL:

 Prior to disposing of this product, remove the RFID Tag and dispose/recycle in accordance with local 

regulations. For more information, please visit our website: 

http://www.3M.com/FallProtection/RFID

9.0  GLOSSARY OF TERMS

9.1 DEFINITIONS:

 The following terms and definitions are used in these instructions.

 

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For a comprehensive list of terms and definitions, please visit our website: 

www.3m.com/FallProtection/ifu-glossary

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AUTHORIZED PERSON:

 A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to a fall 

hazard.

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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.

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FALL ARREST SYSTEM:

 A collection of Fall Protection equipment configured to protect the user in the event of a fall.

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QUALIFIED PERSON:

 A person with a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, 

and experience has successfully demonstrated their ability to solve or resolve problems relating to Fall Protection and Rescue systems to 

the extent required by applicable national, regional, and local regulations.

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RESCUE SYSTEM:

 A collection of Fall Protection equipment configured to remove a person from hazards to a safe location. No free fall is 

permitted.

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RESCUER:

 A person using the Rescue system to perform an assisted rescue.

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RESTRAINT SYSTEM:

 A collection of Fall Protection equipment configured to prevent the user from reaching a fall hazard. No free fall is 

permitted.

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USER:

 A person who performs activities while protected by a Fall Protection system.

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WORK POSITIONING SYSTEM:

 A collection of Fall Protection equipment configured to support a user at a work position.

Summary of Contents for DBI SALA

Page 1: ...ters Other Elements Pads 1 10 8 2 5 3 11 12 9 13 A A 1112475 1112476 1112477 1112478 1112479 1112480 1112481 1112482 1112483 1112484 1112485 1112486 1112487 1112488 1112489 1112490 1112491 1112492 1112493 1112494 1112495 1112496 1112497 1112498 1112499 1112500 1112501 1112502 1112503 1112504 1112505 1112506 1112507 1112508 1112509 1112510 1112511 1112512 1112513 1112514 4 PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INS...

Page 2: ...er Elements Pads 1 10 8 2 5 3 11 12 9 13 A A 1112515 1112516 1112517 1112518 1112519 1112520 1112521 1112522 1112524 1112525 1112526 1112527 1112528 1112529 1112530 1112531 1112532 1112533 1112534 1114086 1114087 1114088 1114089 1114090 4 PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS 1 PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS 2 PARK LANYARD HERE...

Page 3: ...roduct Do not exceed the number of allowable users specified in these instructions Ensure the harness is appropriately sized adjusted donned and worn as described in these instructions Ensure the product is configured and installed properly for safe operation as described in these instructions Use caution when installing using or moving the product as moving parts may create pinch points To reduce...

Page 4: ...f system applications Figure 2 illustrates the applications available to harnesses covered by these instructions The availability of a specific application is determined by the attachment elements present on your harness as outlined below If your harness has one of the attachment elements specified for an application then it may use that element for that application Application Type Attachment Ele...

Page 5: ... Connect Buckles Alumimum alloy stainless steel and alloy steel 18 kN 4 000 lbf Tensile Strength 7 Tongue Buckles Alumimum alloy stainless steel and alloy steel 18 kN 4 000 lbf Tensile Strength 8 Revolver Adjusters Aluminum alloy stainless steel alloy steel and nylon 18 kN 4 000 lbf Tensile Strength Other Elements 9 Suspension Trauma Straps Polyester webbing on polyester thread 10 Lanyard Keeper I...

Page 6: ...apacity 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 CONNECTING SUBSYSTEMS Connecting subsystems self retracting devices energy absorbing lanyards lifeline subsystems etc must be suitable for your application Refer to the subsystem manufact...

Page 7: ...ize or shape does not allow the connector to fully close and lock or that could cause connector roll out G In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly while under load 2 8 LANYARD PARKING ATTACHMENT Figure 5 illustrates lanyard parking The lanyard parking attachment is for attaching the free end of a lanyard or harness mounted Self Retracting Device when not connected to an anc...

Page 8: ...e donning your harness you should do the following Inspect the harness per the Inspection and Maintenance Log Disconnect all buckles Straighten all harness straps so that none are twisted Empty your pockets Items left in pockets may prevent your harness from properly securing or cause injury in the event of a fall 3 4 DONNING THE HARNESS Donning a full body harness is a procedure with multiple ste...

Page 9: ... hold the buckle 90 degrees from the harness strap To shorten webbing pull down on the adjustment strap To lengthen webbing pull upwards on the buckle The webbing lock only restricts harness strap adjustment It does not prevent buckle disengagement Figure 8A Duo Lok Quick Connect Buckles B TONGUE BUCKLES FIGURE 8B 1 Engage Insert the tongue through the buckle frame Insert the buckle tab through on...

Page 10: ...ace is secure and that both Harness Straps C are captured by the harness interface B CARABINER INTERFACE Carabiner interfaces are carabiners that function as harness interfaces Carabiner interfaces may be used with Single SRD or Twin SRD formats although methods will vary slightly See Figure 10B for reference which shows how to install the carabiner interface using a Twin SRD format 1 Open the Gat...

Page 11: ...11 Figure 10A Straight Pin Interface B A C B C Figure 10B Carabiner Interface B A C E B D A B D Figure 10C EZ Link SRD Interface 1 2 3 1 3 4 2 A B ...

Page 12: ... Press your heels upon either side of the connection point and stand up straight This should transfer a significant amount of weight to the user s feet diminishing the likelihood of suspension trauma Figure 11 Activating the Trauma Straps P U LL TO D E P LO Y 1 DEP LOY BOT H PAC KS 2 INS ERT HOO K INTO LOO P ON OPP OSI TE STR AP 3 PLA CE BOT H FEE T INTO WEB LOO P 4 REH OOK TO ADJ UST LOO P LEN GT...

Page 13: ... See the Product Overview for more information on System Applications 3 12 STORE AWAY STERNAL D RING ADJUSTMENT Some harness models are equipped with a Store Away Sternal D ring These D rings may be folded flat against the chest strap when not in use They may also be moved sideways along the chest strap for proper positioning See Figure 13 for reference Per ANSI ASSE Z359 11 all single point attac...

Page 14: ... the owner of this equipment An inspection and maintenance log should be placed near the product or be otherwise easily accessible to users It is recommended that the product is marked with the date of next or last inspection 5 3 DEFECTS If the product cannot be returned to service because of an existing defect or unsafe condition then the product must be either destroyed or sent to 3M for replace...

Page 15: ...tructions For a comprehensive list of terms and definitions please visit our website www 3m com FallProtection ifu glossary AUTHORIZED PERSON A person assigned by the employer to perform duties at a location where the person will be exposed to a fall hazard COMPETENT PERSON One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsani...

Page 16: ...S A XXX A Figure 15 Product Labels PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS X PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS X PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS PARK LANYARD HERE SEE INSTRUCTIONS X X XXX A B C A 1 3 2 B 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 C 1 2 3 D 1 ...

Page 17: ...rs Check for pulled or cut stitches Broken stitches may indicate that the harness has been impact loaded and must be removed from service Stitched Impact Indicators Figure 17 Verify all Impact Indicators are intact Impact Indicators are sections of webbing lapped back on themselves and secured with a specific stitch pattern This stitch pattern is designed to release when the harness arrests a fall...

Page 18: ...ally important when using some types of Y style lanyards as some load may be transmitted to the user through the unused lanyard leg if it is not able to release from the harness The lanyard parking attachment is generally located in the sternal area to help reduce tripping and entanglement hazards 8 Loose ends of straps can get caught in machinery or cause accidental disengagement of an adjuster A...

Page 19: ... be used solely for Work Positioning The suspension seat attachment elements shall not be used for Fall Arrest Suspension seat attachments are often used for prolonged work activities where the user is suspended allowing the user to sit on the suspension seat formed between the two attachment elements An example of this use would be window washers on large buildings User Inspection Maintenance and...

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