A
Green Indicator - Regular Safe Operating
Condition of Cable Lifeline Length
B
Red Indicator - Reserve Line Unprotected;
Remove SRD from Service
Figure 7 - Inspecting SRD Line Indicators
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Figure 6 - Inspecting SRD Load-Indicating Leg-End Connector
B
A
5.5.3 Lifeline Operational Limit and Reserve Indicators: The SRD is equipped with two lifeline length indicators as shown in Figure 7; a
green marker to indicate the end of the lifeline’s working length, and a red marker, to indicate the reserve cable in the housing has been
breached. When the SRD lifeline is extended to its operational limit, the lifeline will stop paying out. A green marker will be visible, as
shown in Figure 7.
The green marker, and a small portion of the lifeline past it, may become visible due to manufacturing variables
during normal use, but the user will know when the operational end is reached. Do not attempt to pull out more lifeline. Extracting
additional lifeline will compromise SRD functionality, and may result in serious injury or death.
If additional lifeline is accidentally pulled from the SRD without a fall event, remove the SRD from service and contact FallTech for options
.
A red band is further up the lifeline. The red band, also shown in Figure 7, indicates the reserve portion of the lifeline has been breached.
The SRD is no longer safe to use. Remove the SRD from service.
DANGER! DO NOT USE
IF RED INDICATOR APPEARS
REMOVE
FROM
SERVICE
SAFE TO USE
5.5 Operation of the SRD: Before each use, inspect the SRD, see Section 7 for inspection instructions.
5.5.1 Locking Mechanism: The SRD utilizes an acceleration based locking mechanism. The locking function requires a certain payout rate
during a fall event to function correctly. Certain situations, confined or cramped spaces, shifting footing such as sand, gravel, grain, or
a sloped surface may not allow the lifeline to reach sufficient speed to activate the lock mechanism. A clear path is required to assure
positive locking of the SRD. Ensure the lock is functioning properly. Pull the lifeline out a short distance and give it a sharp tug. The lifeline
must lock. If it fails to lock, remove it from service immediately. Ensure the work zone remains within stated parameters. Beware of
Leading Edge hazards.
DO NOT attach an additional shock absorbing lanyard or similar device between the SRD housing and the anchorage.
5.5.2 Fall Arrest Impact Indicator: The primary fall arrest impact indicator is the load-indicating leg-end connector. The connector will
display a red band if it has been subjected to fall arrest, or equal, forces, as shown in Figure 6, if the carabiner shows any sign of damage,
remove the unit from service.
