5
2.5
MOUNTING: The Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device unit can be mounted permanently or temporarily with
the carabiner provided to a anchorage point.
2.6
ANCHORAGE LOCATION: It is recommended that the anchorage point be approximately seven feet above
standing level and close to the escape point. The anchorage location should provide for a safe mounting and
descent without exposing the user to a fall hazard or other hazards.
2.7
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: The Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device should be protected from the
effect of weather and the environment as follows:
Outdoors
A protective box should be constructed to suit local conditions. The box should be dry, resistant to salt spray,
wind, fumes and UV light. All outdoor locations shall be arranged so the Rescumatic® Emergency Escape
Device can be easily taken from it’s dry protective encloser and suspended from the fixture by means of the
carabiner. DBI/SALA offers a permanent mount storage cabinet, part number 9501721.
Indoors
For dusty locations indoors, all permanently installed Rescumatic® units should be protected with a vinyl
protective cover furnished with each unit. The vinyl cover can be secured around the installed Rescumatic®
and snapped together to protect the system. This cover is not suitable for outdoor installation.
Acid or Ammonia Atmospheres
The Rescumatic® Emergency Escape Device should be installed in a protective enclosure which prevents
free exchange of fumes or other contaminants with air in the enclosure. Neoprene lined edges and doors
ensure proper fit.
3.0
INSTALLATION AND USE
WARNING: Do not alter or intentionally misuse this
equipment. Consult DBI/SALA when using this
equipment in combination with components or
subsystems other than those described in this manual.
Some subsystem and component combinations may
interfere with the operation of this equipment. Use
caution when using this equipment around moving
machinery, electrical hazards, chemical hazards, and
sharp edges.
3.1
BEFORE EACH USE of this equipment inspect it
according to section 5.0 of this manual.
3.2
PLAN your emergency escape descent and how it
will be implemented before using this equipment.
Consider all factors that will affect your safety
during use of this equipment. Following are some
important points to consider before using this
equipment:
A. ANCHORAGE: Anchorages for plant locations are typically structural steel members located near the
launch point. On cranes and towers it is sometimes necessary to construct a simple davit providing the
correct anchor point height and distance slightly away from the structure in order to provide a convenient
launch point. Additional facilities such as a hinged railing and sliding fixture points shall be designed to
provide a safe, secure launch without a free fall or swing. See Figure 4.
Anchorages for building installation are almost always inside the window out of the weather and need to be
installed on the upper side of the window or alternately above the window over a ceiling joist. The
Rescumatic® Device should be protected from dust, abrasion or casual interference by means of an
enclosure such as the vinyl protective cover that is included with each unit ordered from DBI/SALA. See
Figure 4.
Figure 4
Platform
Safe Level
Gate
Opening
Window
