DBI SALA Hot Work NANO-LOK SRL 3101521, Instruction Manual

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2.8 FREE FALL: When anchored overhead, SRLs will limit the free fall distance to 2 ft. (61 cm) or less. To avoid increased fall
distances, anchor the SRL directly above the work level. Avoid working where your lifeline may cross or tangle with that of
another worker. Avoid working where an object may fall and strike the lifeline; resulting in loss of balance or damage to
the lifeline. Do not allow the lifeline to pass under arms or between legs. Never clamp, knot, or prevent the lifeline from
retracting or being taut. Avoid slack line.
Do not lengthen SRL by connecting a lanyard or similar component
without consulting Capital Safety.
2.9 FALL CLEARANCE: Figure 3 illustrates Fall Clearance requirements. Ensure adequate clearance (X) exists in the fall path to
prevent striking an object during a fall. If the worker will be working at a position that is not directly below the SRL anchorage
point, the clearance required and vertical fall distance will be greater.
To determine the clearance required: Measure the distance from the user’s harness dorsal connection to the
anchorage for the Nano-Lok SRL. Both horizontal and vertical distances are required. Use Figure 3 to determine the
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connection to the anchorage. For example, 9.5 ft (2.9 m) of clearance is required when the Nano-Lok unit is anchored
3 1/2 ft (1 m) above and 3 1/2 ft (1 m) to the side of the user’s harness dorsal connection. 15.8 ft (4.8 m) of clearance
is required when the Nano-Lok is anchored 1 1/2 ft (0.5 m) below and 4 1/2 ft (1.4 m) to side of the user’s dorsal
connection.
NOTE:
The clearances provided in Figure 3 assume the fall occurs from the standing position. If the worker is
kneeling or crouching an additional 3 ft (0.9 m) of clearance is needed.
2.10 SWING FALLS: Swing falls occur when the anchorage point is not directly above the point where a fall occurs (see Figure
4). The force of striking an object in a swing fall may cause serious injury. In a swing fall, the total vertical fall distance
will be greater than if the user had fallen directly below the anchorage point, thus increasing fall clearance (X) required
to safely arrest the user. Use Figure 3 to determine the fall clearance (X) for your application. Minimize swing falls by
working as directly below the anchorage point as possible. Never permit a swing fall if injury could occur.
2.11 HAZARDS: Use of this equipment in areas where surrounding hazards exist may require additional precautions to reduce the
possibility of injury to the user or damage to the equipment. Hazards may include, but are not limited to: high heat, caustic
chemicals, corrosive environments, high voltage power lines, explosive or toxic gases, moving machinery, sharp edges, or
overhead materials that may fall and contact the user or fall arrest system.
2.12 SHARP EDGES: Avoid working where the lifeline will be in contact with or abrade against unprotected sharp edges. Where
contact with a sharp edge is unavoidable, cover the edge with a protective material.
2.13 BODY SUPPORT: A Full Body Harness must be used with the Self Retracting Lifeline. The harness connection point must be
above the user’s center of gravity. A body belt is not authorized for use with the Self Retracting Lifeline. If a fall occurs when
using a body belt it may cause unintentional release and possible suffocation because of improper body support.
2.14 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS: Unless otherwise noted, Capital Safety equipment is designed for use with Capital Safety
approved components and subsystems only. Substitutions or replacements made with non approved components or subsystems
may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may affect safety and reliability of the complete system.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow manufacturer’s instructions for associated components and subsystems in your
personal fall arrest system.
2.15 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS: Connectors are considered to be compatible with connecting elements when they
have been designed to work together in such a way that their sizes and shapes do not cause their gate mechanisms
to inadvertently open regardless of how they become oriented. Contact Capital Safety if you have any questions about
compatibility.
Connectors used to suspend the SRL must comply with EN362. Connectors must be compatible with the anchorage or
other system components. Do not use equipment that is not compatible. Non-compatible connectors may unintentionally
disengage (see Figure 5). Connectors must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Self-locking snap hooks and
carabiners are required. If the connecting element to which a snap hook 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 (A).
This force may cause the gate to open (B), allowing the snap hook or carabiner to disengage from the connecting point (C).
2.16 MAKING CONNECTIONS: Snap hooks and carabiners used with this equipment must be self-locking. 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.
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instructions. See Figure 6 for examples of inappropriate connections. Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners:
A. To a D-ring to which another connector is attached.
B. In a manner that would result in a load on the gate.
C. In a false engagement, where features that protrude from the snap hook or carabiner catch on the anchor, and
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D. To each other.
E. Directly to webbing or rope lanyard or tie-back (unless the manufacturer’s instructions for both the lanyard and
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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 while under load.