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Users’ Manual

Version 7.0 / August 2020

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Page 1: ...Users Manual Version 7 0 August 2020 Read this Manual and Retain for future reference Total Edge Management System...

Page 2: ...he product The purchaser accepts these terms in lieu of all damages Except for the limited warranty above Ferno makes no other warranties either expressed or implied Ferno makes no implied warranties...

Page 3: ..._____17 3 3 General Set Up Instructions___________________________________18 3 4 Configuring the Arachnipod__________________________________21 Essential Configurations Tripod Quadpod Bridge System___...

Page 4: ...ck equipment before and after each use GENERAL This document is not intended as a substitute for appropriate training Training practice and experience in technical rigging are essential for safe use M...

Page 5: ...r anchor systems Fall Hazard Any location or situation that exposes equipment or personnel to a fall Footprint The surface area between the feet of the configured Arachnipod Guy Line Tension Rigging A...

Page 6: ...when faced with a complex scenario For explanations of of Arachnipod components and accessories refer to section Components Accessories page 12 16 STANDARD TRIPOD APOD STD FEATURES Rectangular adjusta...

Page 7: ...very Monopole ABOUTTHE ARACHNIPOD ADVANTAGE TRIPOD APOD ADV FEATURES Rectangular adjustable legs with leg pins Two stainless steel swivel eye bolt anchor points Stainless steel double grooved pulley a...

Page 8: ...covery Monopole Bridge System ADVANTAGE KIT APOD ADV FEATURES Rectangular adjustable legs with leg pins Two stainless steel swivel eye bolt anchor points Stainless steel double grooved pulley accommod...

Page 9: ...to suit bridge length 1 x Full Accessory Kit containing 1 x Full Accessory Kit bag q 4 x Hold Down Stakes w 2 x Steps e 1 x Equipment Bracket r 1 x Gin Head t 1 x Reverse Head y 1 x Rigging Plate u 1...

Page 10: ...m 4346mm x 2171mm 171 x 85 5 4m 5346mm x 2171mm 210 5 x 85 5 Configured Device Weight 2m 57kg 125lb 3m 64kg 141lb 4m 71kg 156lb 26kg 57lb 2m 57kg 125 6lb 3m 64kg 141lb 4m 71kg 156 5lb Stowed in bag s...

Page 11: ...ET 2508 OUTSIDEOFFEET 2328 CTROFFEET 2171 INSIDEOFFEET 2671 CTR OF EYEBOLT 2959 SHOWNATHIGHESTSETTING A1 Dimensions Tripod Dimensions Quadpod Dimensions Bridge System 2696 2 9 5 9 FRONTVIEW 2MTRBRIDGE...

Page 12: ...either fibre rope up to 13mm diameter or steel stainless steel wire rope cable up to 8mm A detent pin prevents the rope or cable from escaping the pulley grooves The Pulley leg has a red head with Dou...

Page 13: ...re 6 Included in the Advantage and the Full Accessory Kit or sold separately Soft Ground Shoe The Soft Ground Shoe Figure 6 fits over the spike foot and clips to the foot socket It is used to limit gr...

Page 14: ...Reverse Head is used in the formation of an A frame with Lazy Leg When fitted it enables two legs to connect at 180 Included in the Advantage and Full Accessory Kits or sold separately Rigging Plate...

Page 15: ...ables an IKAR 12m 18m or 24m inertia reel or similar shaped fall arrest block to be attached to an Arachnipod leg Sold separately Winch with Cable The Arachnipod Winch with cable is fitted with a brac...

Page 16: ...idge system The kit includes 15m ratchet straps 1200mm round slings 2500mm snake slings and round slings neatly packed into a handy grab and go bag Sold separately Lazy Leg Extension Kit When a Lazy L...

Page 17: ...machinery below The maximum angle from the anchor point must not exceed 15 either side of the centre of the anchor point 9 If any part of an assembly is to be exposed to chemicals such as caustic mat...

Page 18: ...23 3 Insert the Qik Link head pin through the combined hinge channel to secure the two legs together When fully inserted a spring loaded pin retainer at the base of the hinge will engage with and prev...

Page 19: ...ation applications Spike Foot The rounded end of the Spike Foot is good for wedging into corners or when supporting surfaces require additional care Soft Ground Shoe The soft ground shoe is used in co...

Page 20: ...d directly over the opening or work area Figure 27 Floor of different heights Figure 28 Sloping surface Step 7 Stabilise the Arachnipod Assess the resultant force and direction Provide additional rigg...

Page 21: ...d plate s indented side faces toward the pulley The indented cut out leaves room for the pulley to function 5 Lock the quad plate and legs together with the head pins The Quadpod must be stabilised to...

Page 22: ...lley positioning line This is a single person operation 34 An English Reeve highline system Figure 33 is recommended because it negates the need for any additional trolley stabilisation A tie off poin...

Page 23: ...takes the place of the third leg 3 Repeat Steps 1 2 to create the second set of legs 4 Position a set of legs on either end of the bridge Do not splay the legs out yet 5 Lift and fit each end of the b...

Page 24: ...nt and failure Refer Stabilising the Arachnipod on page 32 Gin Pole Monopole assembly A gin pole or monopole is ideal for situations where space is very limited and there is insufficient room to use a...

Page 25: ...ows the A Frame legs to be operated in a more vertical position and closer to an edge The design of the Reverse Head when incorporated with the Lazy Leg allows live loads to be positioned directly in...

Page 26: ...il so it is essential to first assess and ensure the handrail is capable of sustaining the load Arachnipod components needed Pulley Leg To assemble Figure 42 1 An assessment of the handrail is require...

Page 27: ...g before it is attached to other legs Installing the Lazy Leg Adaptor Fit the Adaptor to the Lazy Leg before attaching it to other legs 1 Remove the detent pin and stabilisation attachment point D rin...

Page 28: ...bolt so the SWL of the Equipment Bracket is not exceeded The SWLs listed are derived from manufacturer testing and are provided below Rigging Method Figure 47 1 The main line is attached to the eye b...

Page 29: ...systems The second line or safety line is rigged to take the shortest path from the anchor to the load Figure 50 When the load is located below the edge the safety line provides protection for both ma...

Page 30: ...e Arachnipod When deployed the Arachnipod will be subjected to resultant forces and directions Additional rigging can be used to stabilise the Arachnipod to manage sideways forces or other situations...

Page 31: ...It is designed and tested for attachment to the middle leg section The Equipment Bracket may be attached to the lower leg section only when it is used with mechanical advantage rigging Refer to Equip...

Page 32: ...IPOD STABILISATION The tripod application in Figure 43 does not require additional rigging because the resultant force and direction is within the triangle formed by the feet The tripod application in...

Page 33: ...igged so the resultant force and direction is being applied downwards and within the triangle formed by the feet then the tripod will remain stable Figure 60 If the load shifts closer to any given leg...

Page 34: ...ess of the configuration being used Every change of line direction will create a resultant direction In Figure 63 the resultant below the load is directly contributing to the stability of the bridge A...

Page 35: ...ified if and when required When rigging a Sideways A Frame the resultant forces are being applied downwards and balanced mostly by the A Frame legs The Sideways A Frame should be laid over offset by a...

Page 36: ...y subjected to the tension that is applied by the tension rigging Tension rigging is used to apply some pre load force onto the Lazy Leg If the Lazy Leg is lashed into position with no tension rigging...

Page 37: ...l stabilise the Gin Pole even more The foot should be secured to prevent movement The Gin Pole should be positioned and rigged so that resultant forces are applied close to the long axis of the leg Fi...

Page 38: ...heads Fig 71 Repeat this process for any other legs to ensure all the legs are independent to each other If the stoppers are missing or do not work the leg sections can separate completely from one an...

Page 39: ...he legs move smoothly without any snagging 2 When legs are at maximum extension ensure the legs do not come apart and are stopped by the internal leg stopper 3 Inspect the legs for damage deep gouging...

Page 40: ...nt of overloading or deformation the leg must be permanently removed from service 4 Inspect Stabilisation Attachment Point D shackle for deformation or damage In the event of deformation or damage rep...

Page 41: ...Follow all the inspection procedures as laid down for the Standard Leg 2 The Lazy Leg is coloured blue for easy identification It has a pivot range of 180 Remove the Detent Pin and Stabilisation Atta...

Page 42: ...amaged it can be replaced by unscrewing the tip and replacing it with a new tip Prior to inserting the new tip place Loctite 7262 thread locking compound on to the thread and then tighten Spike foot t...

Page 43: ...in Head Both versions are installed and perform the same way 1 Inspect the Gin Head for any damage deformation and sharp edges 2 Insert the Gin Head into the Lazy Leg ensuring there is no binding or r...

Page 44: ...for any damage or deformation Inspect the cable on the Qik Link pin that holds the pin on the head for damage 2 Inspect the attachment points hinge cut outs and ensure they are not damaged and that t...

Page 45: ...vidence of chemical contamination or abrasion of the rope If any of these are present the rope must be replaced It is important to replace the rope with 8mm kernmantle rope as supplied by Ferno Austra...

Page 46: ...re is only 1 m of cable left on the drum Check this red heat shrink marker is still present on the cable It should be approximately 1m from the drum 5 Ensure wire rope end is securely fastened to the...

Page 47: ...cord this number in the space below along with all the individual serial numbers for your own reference Photocopy this page or download additional copies of this form from Ferno Australia s website ww...

Page 48: ...the Inspection Record Form below Please photocopy or download additional copies of this Inspection Record Form from www ferno com au INSPECTION RECORD Routine Inspection Annual Inspection Arachnipod M...

Page 49: ...able Gin Mono Pole at 3050mm full extension A 1 150kg 330lb 15kN not applicable A Frame or Offset A Frame or A Frame with Lazy Leg A 1 B 2 C 3 280kg 616lb 340kg 784lb 400kg 880lb 28kN 34kN 40kN 220kg...

Page 50: ...vantage Accessory Kit For kit contents refer to Accessory Kits and Contents table APOD LLK Lazy Leg Kit Lazy Leg Reverse Head Lazy Leg Adaptor Plug Quad Plate and Lazy Leg Bag APOD EKLL Lazy Leg Exten...

Page 51: ...RESTOR KITS APOD W10 10 m Winch Mount 6mm cable APOD W20 20 m Winch Mount 6mm cable APOD W25 25 m Winch Mount 6mm cable APOD FA 15 m Type 3 Fall Arrestor Mount PART NUMBER ARACHNIPOD PART NAME ARACHNI...

Page 52: ...rachnipod Quadpod Is in conformity with the provisions of Regulation EU 2016 425 and with the European Harmonized standards EN795 2012 Type B and CEN TS 16415 2013 Type B and is identical to the PPE w...

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Page 54: ...54 Ferno Australia ID 00184 V7 AUG 2020...

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