3M Flexiguard 8560012 User Instruction Manual Download Page 1

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Figure 1 - Flexiguard™ Counterweight Rail Fall Arrest System (FAS)

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Primary Forklift Pockets

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Counterweight Base

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Slope Indicator

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Vertical Support Beams

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Rail Supports

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Glide Rail & Glide 4-Wheeled Trolley

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Material Lifting Rings

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WARNING:

 This product is part of a personal fall arrest system

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. The user

 

or rescuer

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 must read and follow the manufacturer’s 

instructions for each component or part of the complete system. These instructions must be provided to the user/rescuer utilizing 

this equipment. The user/rescuer must read and understand these instructions or have them explained to them before using this 

equipment. Manufacturer’s instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this product. Alterations or misuse 

of this product or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death. 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.

IMPORTANT:

 If you have questions about the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application, contact Capital 

Safety.

IMPORTANT:

 Before using this equipment, record the product identification information from the ID label in the Inspection and 

Maintenance Log at the back of this manual.

1  Fall Arrest System:

 A system that prevents the worker from colliding with an obstruction or lower level by arresting a fall.

2 Rescuer:

 Person or persons other than the rescue subject acting to perform an assisted rescue by operation of a rescue system.

Counterweight Rail

Fall Arrest System

Model Number: 

8560012, 8560024, 8560025, 8560124

 USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CEN/TS 16415: 2013

CE Type Test

No. 0086

BSI Product Services

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Davy Avenue

Knowlhill, Milton Keynes

MK5 8PP, UK

CE Production Quality Control

No. 0086

BSI Product Services

Kitemark Court

Davy Avenue

Knowlhill, Milton Keynes

MK5 8PP, UK

Summary of Contents for Flexiguard 8560012

Page 1: ...e to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death 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 IMPORTANT If you have questions about the use care or suitability of this equipment for your application contact Capital Safety IMPORTANT Before using this ...

Page 2: ...to high heat welding or metal cutting acid or caustic chemicals corrosive environments such as exposure to seawater high voltage power lines electrical hazards explosive or toxic gases moving machinery abrasive surfaces or sharp edges Contact Capital Safety if you have questions about the application of this equipment in areas where physical or environmental hazards are present F TRAINING This equ...

Page 3: ...ons for both the lanyard and connector specifically allows such a connection F To any object which is shaped or dimensioned such that the snap hook or carabiner will not close and lock or that roll out could occur G In a manner that does not allow the connector to align properly under load Figure 2 Unintentional Disengagement Rollout If the connecting element to which a snap hook shown or carabine...

Page 4: ...their dorsal D Ring Model Numbers and dimensions are as follows Part W L 8521711 2 38 60 45 mm 6 50 165 10 mm 8522028 1 2 77 70 36 mm 6 50 165 10 mm 1 Wider wheel based Trolley for use with Super Extru sion Rail Assemblies IMPORTANT After the Trolleys has been fully installed reinspect all components for damage correct orientation and proper torque on all nuts and bolts Attach the intended fall ar...

Page 5: ...stry standards for guidelines and regulatory requirements on equipment such as personal fall arrest systems PFAS B WORK SITE GEOMETRY The use of the rail system and attached PFAS must be consistent with the geometric requirements stated in the manufacturer s instruction manual s Check for obstructions or sharp edges in the work path Avoid working where the user may swing and hit an object or where...

Page 6: ...e Counterweight Horizontal Rail System IMPORTANT Body belts are not allowed for free fall situations Body belts increase the risk of injury during fall arrest in comparison to a full body harness Limited suspension time and the potential for improperly wearing a body belt may result in added danger to the user s health 4 5 USING THE COUNTERWEIGHT HORIZONTAL RAIL SYSTEM General steps for using the ...

Page 7: ...erviced by an authorized service center Should a fall occur the SRL will lock and arrest the fall Upon rescue remove the SRL from use Inspect as described in manufacturer s instructions When working with the SRL allow the lifeline to recoil back into the device under control Allowing the lifeline to be fully extended for long periods of time may cause premature weakening of the retraction spring N...

Page 8: ...cifications Step 6 Verify that all labels are present and are fully legible Step 7 Record the inspection date on the inspected equipment Record the inspection date and results on the Inspection and Maintenance Log at the back of this manual IMPORTANT Only Capital Safety or parties authorized in writing may make repairs to this equipment IMPORTANT If the rail system as been subjected to the forces ...

Page 9: ...FE WORKING AREA OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS PERSONS THIS SYSTEM IS APPROVED FOR USE WITH RETRACTABLE DEVICES AND SHOCK ABSORBERS WITH A MAXIMUM ARRESTING FORCE M A F RATING OF 900 lb 4kN OR LESS TRANSFERRING FROM ONE SRL TO ANOTHER MUST BE DONE SO YOU ARE ATTACHED TO AT LEAST ONE SRL AT ALL TIMES NO MORE THAN ONE PERSON MAY BE ATTACHED TO A GLIDE RAIL TROLLEY AT ANY GIVEN TIME SEE BELOW TO DETERMINE TH...

Page 10: ...ION DATE INSPECTION ITEMS NOTED CORRECTIVE ACTION MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By ...

Page 11: ...ührt Keine von CAPITAL SAFETY schriftlich oder mündlich an Händler Vorstandsmitglieder Führungskräfte Agenten oder Angestellte übergegebenen Informationen oder Hinweise ergeben jegliche andere oder zusätzliche Gewährleistungen noch erhöhen sie den Umfang dieser Garantie CAPITAL SAFETY schließt eine Haftung für Defekte aufgrund von unsachgemäßem Gebrauch Änderungen oder Modifikationen am Produkt sow...

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