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FORWARD:
This instruction describes installation and use of the Rollgliss R550 Rescue & Escape Device. It should
be used as part of an employee training program as required by CE.
IMPORTANT:
Before using this equipment, record the product identi
fi
cation information from the Installation and
Service Label on the Inspection and Maintenance Log in this manual.
REFERENCES ON THE FRONT OF THIS INSTRUCTION:
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User Instruction.
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European Standard.
2
Marking and Model Name.
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EC test performed by.
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Models. The last three digits of the Model Number (signi
fi
ed
by ‘XXX’) indicate the maximum descent length in meters.
See the Model List in Table T - 1 near the end of this manual.
In Table T - 1, “EU” = European models, “A” = Asia models,
“L” = Lifeline Length.
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Number of body checking the
manufacture of this PPE.
1.0 APPLICATION
1.1 PURPOSE:
The R550 Rescue & Escape Device is intended to lower one or two people simultaneously from
an elevated height to a lower level in a rescue situation. Multiple people may descend one after another
using the device. The descent speed is automatically limited during descent. Models incorporating a hand
wheel allow for raising persons a short distance to facilitate rescue.
WARNING:
The R550 Rescue & Escape Device is for Rescue purposes only. It must not be used as a fall arrest device.
1.2 LIMITATIONS:
The following application limitations must be recognized and considered before using this product:
A. CAPACITY:
Required capacities and descent distances for the Rollgliss R550 are as follows:
Users
Total Weight
(including tools, clothing, etc.)
Max. Descent Distance
Number of Descents of
Max. Descent Distance
2 Persons
60 kg - 282 kg
175 m
2
1 Person
60 kg - 141 kg
500 m
11
1 Person
60 kg - 100 kg
500 m
15
1 Person
60 kg - 75 kg
500 m
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B. MAXIMUM DESCENT DISTANCE AND MAXIMUM NUMBER OF DESCENTS:
See Sec
tion 10.0
Descent Log
for instructions to calculate the allowed
Maximum Cumulative Descent Distance
.
C. DESCENT
SPEED:
The speed at which the user(s) will be lowered when using the Rollgliss R550 Rescue
& Escape Device increases with the combined weight of the user(s). The approximate descent speed for
one person is 0.6 - 0.9 m/s. The approximate descent speed for two persons is 0.6 m/s - 1.2 m/s.
D. HAZARDOUS AREAS:
Use of this equipment in hazardous areas 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, and sharp edges.
E. TRAINING:
This equipment is intended to be installed and used by persons trained in its correct
application and use.
2.0 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
2.1 COMPATIBILITY OF COMPONENTS:
DBI-SALA equipment is designed for use with DBI-SALA approved
components and subsystems only. Substitutions or replacements made with non-approved components or subsystems
may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and may effect the safety and reliability of the complete system.
2.2 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS:
Connectors (hooks, carabiners, D-rings) used to suspend the Rollgliss
R550 Rescue & Escape Devices must be certi
fi
ed to EN362.
2.3 ANCHORAGE STRENGTH - R550 RESCUE & ESCAPE DEVICE:
In compliance with EN795, anchorages
used to suspend the Rollgliss R550 Rescue & Escape Device must sustain static loads applied along the
axis of the device of at least 12 kN. When more than one R550 Descender is attached to an anchorage the
strengths stated above must be multiplied by the number of descent devices attached to the anchorage.
NOTE:
If greater anchorage strength requirements apply where the Rollgliss R550 Rescue & Escape Device will be
used, anchorages must comply with those requirements.
It is the responsibility of the user and purchaser of this equipment to be trained in the correct care and use
of this equipment. The user and purchaser must be aware of the operating characteristics, application limits,
and consequences of improper use of this equipment.
WARNING:
Training must be conducted without exposing the trainee to a fall hazard. Training should be repeated on a periodic basis.
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