Honeywell MILLER PERSONAL FALL LIMITER, User Instruction Manual

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D is the stopping distance H + an additional distance A + 1M. A is function of the
length of cable out L and the angle
α
formed by the cable (or D, H, A and L in m and
α
in °) (Picture 3) (except in special cases see specific manual).
Note: User should consult product’s label for maximum weight. In a vertical use of
a Scorpion PFL, with an overhead attachment point or not lower than shoulders
level, the maximum fall-clearance below the feet for a user weighting 136kg is
2.5m (including a safety distance of 1m)
ANCHORAGE POINT
If possible, to be used with anchorage devices (conformed to the EN 795
standard) or structural anchor. that is to say elements fixed to last, to a structure
(wall, post…). Check that the anchorage point :
• has a resistance superior to 12 KN (Picture 1.10)
• is situated above the operator (Picture 1.7)
• vertical to the work surface : (angle maxi ±30°).
• suits at best the anchoring system
• does not present sharp edge
CARABINER
Connector is compliant with standard EN 362
• When the carabiner is used for attachment to an anchorage point, check
for compliance with the recommendations of the "ANCHORAGE POINT”
paragraph ;
AT THE MOMENT OF CONNECTION TO THE CARABINER, CHECK THAT THE
LOCKING SYSTEM IS CORRECTLY IN PLACE
ATTENTION
The carabiner is an essential element for your safety. We therefore recommend
that you:
• attribute the connector to one person in particular, where possible;
• check the carabiner before each use in order to safeguard against any
distortion, any sign of use and to verify the good functioning of the locking
system.
(Picture 4)
• do not attach and remove it several times during the same working day, if it
has a manual lock
IN THE SAME WAY, IF THE CARABINER HAS BEEN USED TO STOP A FALL, IT
IS ESSENTIAL FOR SAFETY REASONS TO RETURN IT FOR CHECKS
PERIODIC EXAMINATION
These instructions must be kept with the product. Fill in the identification sheet
and enter the markings information. This periodic examination, which verifies the
effectiveness and strength of the equipment is indispensable in guaranteeing
the user’s safety (refer to the paragraph “checks before use”). A qualified person
(manufacturer or a person or organization authorized by the manufacturer)
must examine this equipment at least once each year (except in some specific
cases – see the specific manual), in strict compliance with the instructions of the
manufacturer and the examination must be recorded on the attached sheet. The
frequency of the examination must be increased in accordance with regulations
in case of heavy usage or in difficult environmental conditions. The legibility of the
product markings must be checked.