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Figure 1 - Typical Single Span Horizontal Lifeline Installation

Summary of Contents for 2200401

Page 1: ...h vacuum anchors 1 2 LIMITATIONS The following limits apply to the installation and use of the Vacuum Anchor Horizontal Lifeline System Other limitations may apply IMPORTANT OSHA regulations state that horizontal lifelines shall be installed and used under the supervision of a qualified person see below for definition as part of a complete personal fall arrest system that maintains a safety factor...

Page 2: ...2 Figure 1 Typical Single Span Horizontal Lifeline Installation ...

Page 3: ...3 Figure 2 Typical Multiple Span Horizontal Lifeline Installation ...

Page 4: ... 66 and 1926 502 requirements for more information on personal fall arrest systems and associated components 2 0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 2 1 PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM COMPONENTS The Vacuum Anchor horizontal lifeline must be used with DBI SALA approved components and subsystems Substitutions or replacements made with non approved components or subsystems may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and ...

Page 5: ...5 2 5 CONNECTING SUBSYSTEM The connecting subsystem is the portion of the personal fall arrest system that connects the horizontal lifeline subsystem to the harness fall arrest attachment element A DBI SALA Force 2 Energy Absorbing Lanyard must be used as the connecting subsystem with the Vacuum Anchor Horizontal Lifeline 3 0 OPERATION AND USE WARNING Do not alter or intentionally misuse this equi...

Page 6: ...horizontal lifeline system should be positioned at a level that will minimize free fall while allowing ease of use The horizontal lifeline should be positioned near the work location to minimize swing fall hazards The connecting subsystem length should be kept as short as possible to reduce the potential free fall and required clearance distance Both Vacuum Anchors must be installed at approximate...

Page 7: ...2 m 3 2 8 0 7 2 Figure 6 One Person 3 3 OPERATION A PERSONAL FALL ARREST SYSTEM COMPONENTS Inspect and don the full body harness according to manufacturer s instructions Attach the connecting subsystem DBI SALA Force 2 Energy Absorbing Lanyard to the dorsal connection on the harness B CONNECTINGTOTHE HORIZONTAL LIFELINE SYSTEM Approach the work area using the appropriate access equipment Connect t...

Page 8: ... a person falls while connected to the horizontal lifeline the system will deflect If two persons are connected to the same horizontal lifeline and one person falls the second person may be pulled off the working surface due to deflection The potential for the second person falling increases as the horizontal lifeline span length increases The use of independent horizontal lifeline systems for eac...

Page 9: ...s proficiency 5 0 INSPECTION 5 1 BEFORE EACH INSTALLATION Inspect all system components according to these or other manufacturer s instructions System components must be formally inspected by a qualified person other than the user at least annually Formal inspections should concentrate on visible signs of deterioration or damage to the system components Items found to be defective must be replaced...

Page 10: ...n writing may make repairs to this equipment 5 5 USER EQUIPMENT Inspect harness and energy absorbing lanyard according to manufacturer s instructions 6 0 MAINTENANCE SERVICING STORAGE 6 1 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Clean the horizontal lifeline system with water and a mild detergent Wipe dry with a clean dry cloth and hang to air dry Do not force dry with heat An excessive build up of dirt paint etc...

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Page 12: ...s from date of shipment Upon notice in writing DBI SALA will promptly repair or replace all defective items DBI SALA reserves the right to elect to have any defective item returned to its plant for inspection before making a repair or replacement This warranty does not cover equipment damages resulting from abuse damage in transit or other damage beyond the control of DBI SALA This warranty applie...

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