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IMPORTANT: An independent fall protection system is required by law
(OSHA) when using this system during normal work positioning operations.
Do not connect fall protection equipment directly to the RPD system. Fall
protection systems must be connected to an independent anchor with a
minimum tensile strength of 5,000 lbs. (measured in direction of possible
fall). Refer to ANSI Z359.1, ANSI A10.14, applicable local, state, and
federal (OSHA) requirements and DBI/SALA for additional information on
independent fall protection systems.
E. Before every use inspect the RPD system as described in
section 5.0
3.6
OPERATION OF RPD:
A. Before securing to the RPD
system, operate the unit so
that the silver indicator flag is
showing and the unit is in a
locked position. See Figure 9.
B. Connect yourself or co-worker
to the personnel support
device. If the rescue sling
(provided with the system) is
used, slip it over the
shoulders. Position it below the
arms and move the adjuster
buckle to snug it up. See
Figure 10. If a work-seat,
accident cradle (3610000) or
other support device is used,
follow the instructions furnished
with that equipment. Always
contact medical personnel
before moving injured
personnel.
C. To raise, pull on the free end of
the rope with a smooth
hand-over-hand action or use
the optional rope gripping
handle. To lock it in position,
raise until the silver indicator flag is showing. Gradually release
the rope. See Figure 11.
D. To lower, grasp the free rope and raise it slightly until the orange
indicator flag appears. This will occur approximately every two
Silver
Indicator
Flag
Pull down
to ensure
device
is locked
Figure 7 - Indicator Flag
