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ATTACHING A LANYARD WITH WEB LOOPS:
See Figure 17.
1.
Insert the energy absorbing lanyard web loop through the
harness web loop or D-ring.
2.
Insert the opposite end of the energy absorbing lanyard through
the connecting web loop.
3.
Pull the attached energy absorbing lanyard through the
connecting web loop to secure.
C. CONNECTING TO A ROPE GRAB (FALL ARRESTOR):
It is
recommended the lanyard end (vs. the energy absorber end)
be attached to the rope grab. This recommendation is made
to reduce possible interference with the operation of the rope
grab by the energy absorber “pack”. Attaching a component
style energy absorber to a rope grab is not recommended, with
the exception of a “direct-coupling” between a rope grab and a
harness. Some rope grabs may be supplied with a permanently
attached energy absorbing lanyard. For these cases, use of an additional energy absorber connected
between the rope grab and the body support is not recommended. In some cases it may be permissible
to couple an energy absorber component between the anchorage (or anchorage connector) and the
rope grab lifeline. In all cases, ensure the length of the energy absorber or energy absorbing lanyard
does not exceed the rope grab manufacturer’s recommended maximum connection length (3 feet [.9 m]
maximum per ANSI Z359.1).
D. CONNECTING TO SELF RETRACTING LIFELINE:
DBI-SALA does not recommend connecting an
energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component to a self retracting lifeline. Special applications
do exist where it may be permissible. Contact DBI-SALA if considering connecting an energy absorbing
lanyard to a self retracting lifeline.
3.4 ADJUSTING THE RETRAX™ LANYARD:
The amount of
the lanyard that is retracted into the Retrax housing can
be adjusted by completely extending the lanyard from the
housing, then sliding the housing up or down the lanyard.
See Figure 18. Adjusting the length of lanyard that is
retracted into the housing will not reduce the amount of fall
clearance needed to arrest a fall. See section 3.2.
WARNING:
The Retrax lanyard is designed to retract and
store the lanyard strap. It is not designed to “lock” or limit the
lanyard length in a fall.
3.5
After use, return the lanyard for cleaning or storage as described in section 6.0
4.0 TRAINING
4.1
It is the responsibility of all users of this equipment to understand these instructions, and to be trained in the correct
installation, use, and maintenance of this equipment. These individuals must be aware of the consequences of improper
installation or use of this equipment. This user manual is not a substitute for a comprehensive training program. Training
must be provided on a periodic basis to ensure proficiency of the users.
IMPORTANT:
Training must be conducted without exposing the trainee to a fall hazard. Training should be
repeated on a periodic basis.
5.0 INSPECTION
5.1 FREQUENCY
• Before each use visually inspect per steps listed in sections 5.2 and 5.3.
• Annually: The lanyard must be inspected by a competent person (see section 8 Terminology) other
than the user at least annually. See sections 5.2 and 5.3 for guidelines. Record the results of each
inspection in the inspection and maintenance log in section 9.0, or use the inspection web portal if an
i-Safe™ RFID tag is present (see Figure 19). If you are registered i-Safe user, go to www.capitalsafety.
com/isafe. For more information contact a Customer Service representative in the US at 1-800-328-
6146 or in Canada at 1-800-387-7484.
IMPORTANT:
If the energy absorbing lanyard or energy absorber component has been subjected to fall arrest or
impact forces, the user, authorized person, or rescuer must remove it from service immediately and destroy it.
IMPORTANT:
Extreme working conditions (harsh environment, prolonged use, etc.) may require increasing the
frequency of inspections.
Figure 17 - Web Loop Connection
Insert lanyard web loop through
web loop or D-ring on harness
Insert opposite end of lanyard
through the lanyard web loop
Pull the lanyard through the
connecting web loop to secure
Harness web loop
or D-ring
Web loop on
Energy Absorbing Lanyard
Figure 18 - Adjusting the Retrax Lanyard Length
1. Fully extend the lanyard from the Retrax housing
2. Slide the Retrax housing away from the center of the lanyard
