3M Protecta Cabloc, User Instructions

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ASCENDING: To ascend the ladder climb up while maintaining three points of contact at all times (with hands and feet).
The Cabloc Detachable Cable Sleeve will follow the climber. The carrier cable is snapped out of the cable guides (Figure 1,
D) as they are encountered. Do not handle or remove the sleeve from the carrier cable when passing the cable
guides or if the sleeve locks.
DESCENDING: To descend the ladder, climb down smoothly while maintaining three points of contact at all times (with
hands and feet). Allow the Cabloc Detachable Cable Sleeve to “lead” the climber down. Climbing down out of position (e.g.,
leaning back excessively or climbing erratically) may cause the sleeve to lock onto the carrier cable. If the sleeve locks,
climb upward slightly to allow the sleeve to unlock and then continue to descend the ladder. Reconnect the carrier cable into
the cable guides after passing each cable guide. Do not handle or remove the sleeve from the carrier cable when
passing the cable guides or if the sleeve locks.
When climbing is completed (see Figure 2):
Step 1. Remove the sleeve from the cable by pulling the release pin (G).
Step 2. Pivot the handle (D) to its full upright position and rotate the sleeve clockwise.
Step 3. The sleeve can now be removed from cable and properly stored.
4.0 TRAINING
4.1 TRAINING: Users and purchasers of this equipment must be trained in the correct care and use of this equipment as
detailed in this manual. It is the responsibility of the user and purchaser of this equipment to assure they are familiar with
these instructions, operating characteristics, application limits, and the consequences of improper use of this equipment.
Step 1. Attach sleeve to approved carrier cable. Use a full body harness with frontal D-Ring and attach to Cabloc
Detachable Cable Sleeve.
Step 2. Ascend the ladder to approximately three feet. With both hands and feet on the climbing structure fl ex knees in
a quick sitting motion to simulate a fall and activate the sleeve.
Step 3. After the sleeve locks, move upward to unlock the sleeve. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 several times to become
familiar with sleeve operation.
Step 4. Descend the ladder to the ground and detach the sleeve connection. Remove the sleeve from the cable.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 FREQUENCY:
See Figure 2 for identi fi cation of the components described in the following guidelines:
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Before Each Use: Visually inspect the full body harness, Cabloc Detachable Cable Sleeve, Cabloc Vertical Cable
System installation, and ladder structure. Use the guidelines provided in section 5.3 or 5.4 to check the system to the
extent possible before attaching. Check the system label (section 8) to verify that annual inspection is current. If the
condition of the system is in doubt, do not use.
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Periodic Formal Inspection: A formal inspection of the Cabloc Detachable Cable Sleeve, Cabloc Vertical Cable
System installation, and the ladder structure must be performed at least annually by a competent person
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other than
the user. See Sections 5.3 and 5.4 for inspection speci fi cs. Record the results at the end of this manual.
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After a Fall: If a fall occurs with the Cabloc Vertical Cable System a formal inspection of the entire system must be
performed by a competent person other than the user. A separate fall protection system must be used while
inspecting the Cabloc system. See sections 5.3, 5.4 and 5.5. Record the inspection results in the Inspection and
Maintenance Logs at the end of this manual.
5.2 If inspection reveals an unsafe or defective condition remove the Cabloc Detachable Cable Sleeve or the
Cabloc Vertical Cable System from service. Contact an authorized service center for repair or destroy the sleeve. DO NOT
ATTEMPT UNAUTHORIZED REPAIR. Record the results of this inspection in the Inspection and Maintenance Log in this
manual.
5.3 INSPECTION GUIDELINES - CABLOC DETACHABLE CABLE SLEEVE: See Figure 2 for identi fi cation of the components
described in the following guidelines:
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Inspect the handle/energy absorber/fall indicator (item D) for bends, cracks, and deformities. All fasteners must be
securely attached. Operation of handle and cams must be free and smooth. Springs must be secure and of suf fi cient
strength to pull handle down.
The handle/energy absorber/fall indicator will be deformed if it has been used for fall arrest. Figure 15 shows an
example of a handle/energy absorber/fall indicator that has not been used for fall arrest (1) and a handle/energy
absorber that has been used for fall arrest and is deformed (2). If the handle/energy absorber is deformed,
DO NOT USE. The sleeve must be removed from service.
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Inspect the release pin (item G) for smooth operation, ensuring it springs back into its locked position when released.
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Inspect the cams (item H) for wear. Con fi rm that there is no damage to the cams.
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Inspect the operation of the anti-inversion pawl (item B) to ensure it moves freely as the sleeve is inverted. It must
rotate. If it does rotate, remove the sleeve from service.
5.4 INSPECTION GUIDELINES - CABLOC VERTICAL CABLE SAFETY SYSTEM: Refer to the Installation Instructions supplied
with your Cabloc Vertical Cable Safety System (Safety Systems Installation Instructions, 3M Fall Protection manual
#5903940) when performing the inspection procedures described in this section.
A separate fall protection system must be used during the System Inspection.
1 Competent Person: Person who is knowledgeable of the current periodic examination requirements, recommendations and instructions issued by the manufacturer
applicable to the relevant component, subsystem or system.