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Select a sufficiently weight-bearing anchor point for the device (Fig. 8). The fastening is carried
out by means of a connection element (in accordance with EN 362) and without hindering the
rappelling in the process. The safety device of the connection element must always be closed in
order to prevent unintentional opening. Ideally, stop devices shall be selected in accordance with
EN 795. Sling the device as vertically as possible above the user (Figure 9).
15. If an anchor point is selected in an existing structure in Germany, it must withstand a load of
at least 6 kN, as determined by the applicable technical building regulations (DGUV (German
Statutory Accident) regulations 112-198).The descender can be connected to the anchor point by
means of slinging aids of EN 354, EN 795 class B, EN 362, so that the rappelling is not hindered.
The instructions for use of the slinging aids used must also be complied with!
16. All persons who, say, are involved in a rescue operation or assist in the use of the device, must
be anti-fall protected, and constantly possible communication (e.g. direct or indirect visual or radio
contact) with the person to be rescued must be ensured. If the fall arrest is equipped with personal
fall protection systems, the requirements for the stop device must be increased according to the
applicable technical regulations.
17. The descender is an automatically operating descender. The automatic braking process causes
heat to be generated by friction. Components of the device which have to be touched by the user
during the rappelling do not heat up above 48°C. Other components become considerably war
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mer. In order to avoid burns during contact, suitable protective gloves must be worn without fail.
18. It is not possible to control the rappelling. For this reason, the rappelling path must be absolutely
free of obstacles (Figure 10). The type ABS 5 B descender has an additional catching function
that is automatically activated when the device is overloaded – for example, if the permissible
rappelling is exceeded or in the case of excessively high weight of the user. In these cases, the
rappelling is stopped and the user hangs in his safety harness.
19.
Persons who spend longer periods in a safety harness may experience suspension trauma (or
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thostatic shock). Hanging longer than 15 minutes must be avoided. Commence rescue promptly;
after rescue, position the person according to the special First-Aid rules.
20. Do not rappel over hazardous substances or obstacles (Figure 10).
21. The rappelling rope is connected to the appropriate eyelet of the safety harness of the user by
means of a connection element (Figure 11). „Slack formation“ between the person and the anchor
point must be avoided. Only safety harnesses in accordance with EN 361 (Figure 11) or rescue
webbings in accordance with EN 1497 may be used. The instructions for use of the safety harness
must also be complied with.
22.
Weather influences (e.g. strong winds) and technical factors (e.g. excessively low weight of the
user, excessively high weight of the user) can adversely affect the rappelling.
Application
23.
Perform a function check as described in Item 4. Connect the ABS 5 B descender to the upper
anchor point using the EN 362 connection element / EN 795 or EN 354 slinging aid. Connect the
connection element of the outgoing belt to the ring or fall arrest eyelet of the user‘s safety harness.
In the case of a vertical ascent, the webbing is automatically inserted into the device. If the user
loses the stop during the ascent, the user is immediately rappelled. Caution: It is not possible to
influence the rappelling. After reaching, say, an upper working area, the user is free to move in
the feed and extension range of the device. If the webbing is pulled out of the device during mo
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vement, the user senses the brake resistance of the device. If the user loses his balance during
movement, the user is immediately rappelled.
Caution:
It is not possible to influence the rappelling.
24. When using the fall protection device, the maximum possible rappelling to be carried out must not
be exceeded. When reaching the maximum possible rappelling, the digital counter displays the
counter reading 67.997 drum movements.
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