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CONNECTIONS:
Only use self-locking snap hooks and carabiners with this equipment. Only use connectors that
are suitable to each application. Ensure all connections are compatible in size, shape, and strength. Do not use
equipment that is not compatible. Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked.
Capital Safety connectors (snap hooks and carabiners) are designed to be used only as speci
fi
ed in each product’s
user instructions. See Figure 5 for inappropriate connections. Capital Safety snap hooks and carabiners should not
be connected to:
A.
To a D-ring which another connector is attached
B.
In a manner that would result in a load on the gate
NOTE:
Large throat snap hooks should not be connected to standard size D-rings or similar objects which will
result in a load on the gate if the hook or D-ring twists or rotates. Large throat snap hooks are designed for
use on
fi
xed structural elements such as rebar or cross members that are not shaped in a way that can capture
the gate of the hook.
Figure 4 - Unintentional Disengagement (Rollout)
If the connecting element to which a snap hook (shown) or carabiner attaches is undersized or irregular in
shape, a situation could occur where the connecting element applies a force to the gate of the snap hook or
carabiner. This force may cause the gate (of either a self-locking or a non-locking snap hook) to open, allowing
the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point.
Small ring or
other non-
compatible
shaped element
1.) Force is applied to the
snap hook.
2.) The gate presses
against the connecting ring.
3.) The gate opens
allowing the snap hook to
slip off
C.
In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the
anchor, and without visual confirmation seems to be fully engaged to the anchor point.
D.
To each other.
E.
Directly to webbing or rope lanyard
or tieback (unless the manufacturer’s
instructions for both the lanyard and
connector specifically allows such a
connection).
F.
To any object which is shaped or
dimensioned such that the snap hook
or carabiner will not close and lock, or
that roll-out could occur.
G
. In a manner that does not allow the
connector to align properly under load.
ASSEMBLY
When assembling a Frame System, refer to this instruction and any instructions supplied by the manufacturer.
Figure 5 - Inappropriate Connections
