• Sharp edges
• Nicks, gouges, dings, wear, scratches or indentations
deeper than 1mm
• Permanent deformation
• Misalignment of joining parts
• Legs that do not easily fit together and adjust
smoothly
• Bent, twisted, distorted, stretched, elongated,
cracked, or broken components
• Unauthorized replacement components
• Legibility of the product markings
• Evidence of:
a. Being dropped
b. Excessive loading
c. Corrosion
d. Exposure to heat, including weld spatter, arc
strikes, or discoloration of the surface
e. Unauthorized modification or repair
VORTEX PINS
• Operation of locking pin not smooth and positive
• Locking balls not fully seated
HEADSET PULLEY
• Misalignment or wobble in the bearing
• Excessive sheave wear
• Grooves or other deformation in the tread of the
sheave
• Sharp edges on the sheave
• Rotation of the bearing not smooth and effortless
Remove the Vortex from service and discontinue use if:
• Any component fails inspection
• It has been used to arrest a fall or has been
significantly loaded
• If there is any doubt about its condition.
Do not return to service until the unit in question has been
inspected and approved for use in writing by a competent
person that is authorized to do so. Contact CMC if you have
any doubts or concerns.
Inspections should be performed by a competent person
whose training meets the applicable standards and/or laws
for the inspection of life safety equipment. An inspection log
including the date, inspectors name, and result of the inspec-
tion should be kept as a permanent record. It is best to issue
new equipment to each user so they know its entire history.
Repairs or modifications to the equipment are only allowed
by CMC or those authorized in writing by the manufacturer.
Other work or modifications may void the warranty, and
releases CMC from all liability and responsibility.
CMC offers training in the setup, use, and application of the
Arizona Vortex Kit. Please visit cmcpro.com for more informa-
tion on class schedules and locations.
USAGE INSPECTION
Before and After Each Use
Perform a visual, tactile and functional inspection of all parts.
Check components for:
PERIODIC INSPECTION
Detailed Periodic Inspection
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