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WARNING: 

This product is part of a personal fall arrest system. The user must follow the manufacturer’s 

instructions for each component of the system. These instructions must be provided to the user of this 

equipment. The user must read and understand these instructions before using this equipment. Manufacturer’s 

instructions must be followed for proper use and maintenance of this equipment. Alterations or misuse of this 

product or failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury or death.

IMPORTANT: 

If you have questions on the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application, 

contact Capital Safety.

IMPORTANT: 

Before using this equipment, record the product identi

fi

 cation information from the ID label in the 

Inspection and Maintenance Log at the back of this manual.

DESCRIPTION:

This Wire Rope Grab is intended to be used as part of a personal fall arrest system or restraint system. The wire 

rope grab provides a portable lanyard connection point on a wire rope lifeline. 

Note: This wire rope grab is not 

designed to follow the worker.

 If repositioning on your lifeline is required, you must manually reposition the 

wire rope grab at the desired location.

Figure 2  –    Static Wire Rope Grab Components

A

D

E

B

C

A

 - ID/Warning Label  

B

 - Wedge/Handle Assembly  

C

 - Attachment D-ring  

D

 - Detent Pin  

E

 - Lifeline  

Summary of Contents for LAD-SAF 5000338

Page 1: ... MANUAL Figure 1 Static Wire Rope Grab Model Description Cable Requirements 5000338 Wire Rope Grab For use with 9 5 mm 3 8 in diameter 7x19 Galvanized or Stainless Steel Cable FORM NO 5906265 REV E LAD SAF STATIC WIRE ROPE GRAB FOR 3 8 INCH WIRE CABLE Model Number 5000338 ...

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Page 3: ...bility of this equipment for your application contact Capital Safety IMPORTANT Before using this equipment record the product identification information from the ID label in the Inspection and Maintenance Log at the back of this manual DESCRIPTION This Wire Rope Grab is intended to be used as part of a personal fall arrest system or restraint system The wire rope grab provides a portable lanyard c...

Page 4: ...he user before each use by following the procedures defined in Table 2 Inspection Checklist and additionally by a competent person1 other than the user at intervals of no more than one year2 Results of each Competent Person inspection should be recorded in the Inspection and Maintenance Log in the back of this manual 2 0 LIMITATIONS REQUIREMENTS Always consider the following limitations and requir...

Page 5: ...ts high voltage power lines gases moving machinery and sharp edges Figure 4 Swing Falls Swing Fall Hazard WARNING When working with tools materials or in high temperature environments ensure that associated fall protection equipment can withstand high temperatures or provide protection for those items 2 8 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS Capital Safety equipment is designed for use with Capital Safety ...

Page 6: ... 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 2 11 CONNECTING SUBSYSTEMS Connecting subsystems self retracting lifeline lanyard rope grab and lifeline cable sleeve etc must be suitable for your application See section 1 1 See the subsystem manufacturer s instructions for additional information Some SRL models have we...

Page 7: ...d or grain 3 5 CONNECTING THE DETACHABLE WIRE ROPE GRAB TO THE LIFELINE WARNING In situations where a fall hazard exists use a back up fall arrest system such as a lanyard to protect against a fall Step 1 Figure 7 Hold the wire rope grab in the up position as indicated by an arrow stamped on the wire rope grab body Step 2 Figure 8 Open the wire rope grab by pressing the button on both detent pins ...

Page 8: ...releasing The wire rope grab must lock onto the lifeline Do not use if the wire rope grab will not operate correctly 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 e...

Page 9: ...the lifeline F according to the manufacturer s instructions Lanyard Inspect the Lanyard per the manufacturer s instructions Full Body Harness Inspect the Full Body Harness per the manufacturer s instructions 6 0 CLEANING MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 6 1 Periodically clean the Lad Saf Wire Rope Grab using water and mild detergent Clean the label as required 6 2 Replacement parts and additional maintenan...

Page 10: ...10 8 0 LABELING This Identification Label must be present and completely legible ...

Page 11: ...NSPECTION DATE INSPECTION ITEMS NOTED CORRECTIVE ACTION MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By Approved By ...

Page 12: ... ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST PROFITS REVENUES OR PRODUCTIVITY OR FOR BODILY INJURY OR DEATH OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY UNDER ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION CONTRACT WARRANTY STRICT LIABILITY TORT INCLUDIN...

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