WARNING
Read This Instruction Manual Carefully
Before Using This Equipment.
User Instructions must always be available to the user and are not to
be removed except by the user of this equipment. For proper use, see
supervisor, User Instructions, or contact the manufacturer.
Compliant fall protection and emergency rescue systems help prevent
serious injury during fall arrest. Users and purchasers of this equipment
must read and understand the User Instructions provided for correct use
and care of this product. All users of this equipment must understand the
instructions, operation, limitations and consequences of improper use
of this equipment and be properly trained prior to use per OSHA 29 CFR
1910.66 and 1926.503 or applicable local standards.
Misuse or failure to follow warnings and instructions may result in
serious personal injury or death.
PURPOSE
The COM345K and STM585K are anchorage connectors designed to
function as an interface between the anchorage and a fall protection,
work positioning, rope access, or rescue system for the purpose of
coupling the system to the anchorage. Any references to “anchorage
connector” in this manual include, and apply to, the COM345K and
STM585K used with 5,000-lbf anchorage connectors.
COMPATIBILITY LIMITATIONS
All anchor connectors must only be coupled to compatible connectors.
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 prohibits snaphooks from being engaged to
certain objects unless two requirements are met: it must be a locking
type snaphook, and it must be “designed for” making such a connection.
“Designed for” means that the manufacturer of the snaphook specifically
designed the snaphook to be used to connect to the equipment listed.
The following connections must be avoided, because they can result in
rollout* when a nonlocking snaphook is used:
• Direct connection of a snaphook to horizontal lifeline.
• Two (or more) snaphooks connected to one D-ring.
• Two snaphooks connected to each other.
• A snaphook connected back on its integral lanyard.
• A snaphook connected to a webbing loop or webbing
lanyard.
• Improper dimensions of the D-ring, rebar, or other
connection point in relation to the snaphook dimensions
that would allow the snaphook keeper to be depressed by a
turning motion of the snaphook.
*Rollout: A process by which a snaphook or carabiner unintentionally
disengages from another connector or object to which it is coupled.
(ANSI Z359.0-2007)
MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND STORAGE
Cleaning periodically will prolong the life and proper functioning of the
product. The frequency of cleaning should be determined by inspection
and by severity of the environment. Clean with compressed air and/or a
stiff brush using plain water or a mild soap and water solution. Do not use
any corrosive chemicals that could damage the product. Wipe all surfaces
with a clean, dry cloth and hang to dry, or use compressed air. When not
in use, store anchorage connectors in a cool, dry, clean environment, out
of direct sunlight and free of corrosive or other degrading elements.
USE REQUIREMENTS
1. A user must be of sound mind and body to properly and safely
use this equipment in normal and emergency situations. Users
must have a physician ensure they are clear of any medical
conditions that may affect the proper and safe use of this equipment
in normal and emergency situations.
2. Before using a personal fall arrest system, user must be trained in
accordance with the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.66 in the
safe use of the system and its components.
3. Use only with ANSI/OSHA compliant personal fall arrest or restraint
systems. The anchorage must have the strength capable of
supporting a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the
system, of at least 5,000-lbf (22.2 kN) in the absence of certification.
4. The user shall be equipped with a means of limiting the maximum
dynamic forces exerted on the user during the arrest of a fall to a
maximum of 8kN (1800-lbf).
5. Use of this product must be approved by an engineer or other
qualified person to be compatible with any and all structural &
operational characteristics of the selected installation location and
system to be connected to this anchorage connector.
6. The anchorage connector must be inspected prior to each use for
wear, damage, and other deterioration. If defective components are
found the anchorage connector must be immediately
removed from service, in accordance with requirements of OSHA 29
CFR 1910.66 and 1926.502.
7. The complete fall protection system must be planned (including all
components, calculating fall clearance, and swing fall) before using.
8. A rescue plan, and the means at hand to implement it, must be in
place that provides the prompt rescue of users in the event of a fall,
or assures that users are able to rescue themselves.
9. After a fall occurs, anchorage connector must be removed from
service and destroyed immediately.
USE LIMITATIONS:
The anchorage connector shall not be used outside its
limitations, or for any purpose other than that for which it is intended.
1. The anchorage connector is designed for single user, with a
capacity up to 310 lbs (140 kg) including clothing, tools, etc.
2. The anchorage connector may only be loaded in acceptable
directions shown in the
LOADING CONDITIONS DIAGRAM
.
3. The anchorage connector is designed to be used in temperatures
ranging from -40ºF to +130ºF (-40°C to +54°C).
4. Do not expose the anchorage connector to chemicals or harsh
solutions which may have a harmful effect.
5. Do not alter or modify this product in any way.
6. Caution must be taken when using any component of a fall
protection, work positioning, rope access, or rescue system near
moving machinery, electrical hazards, sharp edges, or abrasive
surfaces, as contact may cause equipment failure, personal injury,
or death.
7. Do not use/install equipment without proper training by a
“competent person” as defined by OSHA 29 CFR 1926.32(f).
8. Do not remove the labeling from this product.
9. Additional requirements and limitations may apply depending on
anchorage type and fastening option utilized for installation. All
placements must be approved by an engineer or other
qualified person.
10. “This anchorage connector should not be used as part of a
horizontal lifeline system that has not been designed and or
approved to be used with 5,000-lbf anchorage connectors”.
WARNING: It is essential to the safety of the end user that the seller
of this device include all instructions pertaining to the proper use,
maintenance and inspection of the device in the language of the
country in which the product is to be sold.
- Use a proper drill & bit for concrete. (SDS drill bit)
- Drill a .5” (13mm) hole no less than 4.5” (114mm) deep
and 8” (203mm) away from any edge.
- Hole must be straight & perpendicular to surface.
- Hole must be free of debris.
- Concrete strength must be at least 3000psi (20.7MPa)
and no less than 7” (178mm) thick.
7”
(178mm)
min
drill .5” (13mm)Ø 8” (203mm)
min from an
y edge
Torque:
40 ft-lbs
(54Nm)
Embedment Depth
4” min (101mm)
+
3.75” (96mm) min
Embedment Depth
LOADING CONDITIONS DIAGRAM
LOAD
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
IMPROPER
ACCEPTABLE
LOAD
LOAD
LOAD
CONCRETE MOUNTING: COM345K
