3M Protecta Web Sling AM450/60 Protecta Web Sling..., User Instruction Manual

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DESCRIPTION
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Figure 1 lists the 3M™ Protecta
®
Anchorage Connectors covered by this instruction manual. Different models are available
with various combinations of the following features. See Table 1 for specifications .
The Protecta
®
Anchorage Connector is designed to be used as a temporary anchorage connector for a personal fall arrest,
restraint, work positioning, suspension or rescue system, designed to be attached to rigid structure. Anchorage Connectors
may be used as anchorage connectors for a horizontal lifeline if the system is designed, installed and used under the
supervision of a qualified person. Do not hang, lift, or support tools or equipment from this equipment.
Table 1 – Specifications
Figure 1 Reference:
1 Webbing
2
Sewing
3
Label
4
Protection Cover
5
Webbing Color - Blue (1), Red (2), Grey (3)
6 Edge-Tested Lanyard
Performance:
€
x 3
Capacity: Anchorage Connectors are for use by maximum three persons with a combined
weight (clothing, tools, etc.) 300 kg (661 lb.)
L Y Length: See Figure 1
Anchorage:
Anchorage Strength requirements vary with the fall protection application.
Structure on which the Anchorage Connector is placed or mounted must meet:
EN 795/B:2012 12 kN (2 698 lbf)
CEN/TS 16415/B:2013
2 x
€
= 13 kN (2 923 lbf)
3 x
€
= 14 kN (3 147 lbf)
System breaking strength 22 kN (4 946 lbf)
Operating temperature:
Minimum: -35 °C (-31 °F)
Maximum: 57 °C (135 °F)
Materials:
Webbing: Polyester - 22 kN (4 946 lbf) Tensile Strength
Thread: Nylon
Protection Cover: Blend of Nylon and Polyester