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Using

 

Weightanka

 

2

6

 

of

 

28

 

 

PWH003840 

 

Polythene Washer  

 

Positioned between the warning 
disc and the pedestal. 

1 piece 

DW1015B10 

Bottom Cross Arms   

 

To attach the base weights        
Length = 1,600 mm;       

Bottom cross arm has threaded 
spreader plate to accept the 
pedestal fixing bolt.  
 

 

The bottom cross arm has a 
second tapped hole and 
spreader plate which is only 
utilised when the Weightanka is 
used in conjunction with Kee 
Anchor Accessanka(R) 

 

 

The weight of the bottom cross 
arm is 16 kg  

1 piece  

 Threaded 

Spreader 

Plate 

 

The threaded spreader plate is 

supplied welded to the bottom 
cross arm. The socket screw is 
screwed through the spreader 
plate, to attach the central 
pedestal 

1 Piece 

DWM207570 

Zinc plated Socket Screw  

 

Used to attach the central 
pedestal to the cross arm 
assembly. 

 

The socket screw is screwed 
through the bottom cross arm 
such that it passes through the 
spreader plate BEFORE passing 
through the bottom cross arm, 
and such that the countersunk 
head of the socket screw seats 
into the countersunk section of 
the spreader plate. 

 

Weight of 1 socket screw = 0.2    
Kg. 

1 piece 

Summary of Contents for Weightanka

Page 1: ...ve by National Engineering Laboratory East Kilbride Glasgow G75 0QU United Kingdom Notified Body Number 0320 The notified body ensuring conformance for EC marking is Inspec International Limited Salfo...

Page 2: ...1 Summary 1 1 1 2 Symbols 1 2 1 3 Basic Safety Instructions 1 3 2 Using The Kee Anchor Weightanka System 2 1 2 1 Summary 2 1 2 2 Transporting and Storing The Kee Anchor Weightanka system 2 2 2 3 Check...

Page 3: ...Contents II List of Contents Chapter Subject Page Index Index 1 Annex Inspection Book Sample Page Declaration of Conformity...

Page 4: ...apter 0 Introduction Summary Summary This chapter is split into the following subjects Subject Page General 0 2 Use in Accordance With Regulations and Incorrect Use 0 5 Operator s Duty of Care 0 7 Per...

Page 5: ...361 2002 safety harness subject to strict adherence to the manufacturer s instructions for use Guided Type fall Arrest system to EN 353 2 and EN358 CAUTION As there is the possibility of the system h...

Page 6: ...National Engineering Laboatory East Kilbride Glasgow G75 0QU United Kingdom Anticipated Life Metal Components Rubber Pads Up to 25 years in non marine non corrosive e g chemical plant environments wit...

Page 7: ...e manufacturer Amendments to this documentation can be carried out without prior notice Modifications to The Weightanka system If you undertake modifications to the Weightanka system you will negate a...

Page 8: ...at the forces applied to the body and therefore to the anchor device during the arrest of a fall does not exceed 6kN Where the weight of the user with clothing personal protective equipment and if nec...

Page 9: ...in use in accordance with regulations The Weightanka system may move in the case of the attached person falling If the listed conditions are not observed the system may possibly move too much and fal...

Page 10: ...ensure that the necessary personal protective equipment is available for use and IS USED See Compatibility Page 0 2 is checked regularly and the check recorded IMPORTANT Wear suitable protective footw...

Page 11: ...ir ability to use this system or understand these instructions It is unlikely that any medical condition may directly affect or be affected by the use of this product in itself but users must be aware...

Page 12: ...mation is to be understood as being in addition to any existing Health and Safety Regulations and laws already in force Existing accident prevention regulations and laws must be observed in all cases...

Page 13: ...s a risk to the life and safety of people Where life is endangered the wording Danger to Life shall be indicated separately Attention This symbol indicates that there is a threat of damage to goods or...

Page 14: ...t the correct number of weights for the type of roof surface see section 2 5 pp 2 11 has been used Damaged parts shall not be used for assembly Danger to Life Danger of the user falling as the result...

Page 15: ...fety can adversely affect the functionality of the Weightanka system In these circumstances the safe functioning of the system is not assured Before use check Weightanka for damage Damaged parts must...

Page 16: ...it into the following subjects Subject Page Transporting and Storing the Weightanka system 2 2 Checking the Component parts 2 3 Selecting the Installation Site 2 11 Assembling and Dismantling the Weig...

Page 17: ...ss cannot be damaged Packing We recommend the component parts are packed in a wooden crate or shrunk wrapped onto a pallet for transportation In the case of transport by sea the packing must be imperv...

Page 18: ...llowing is a review of all parts needed for the correct assembly of the Weightanka system Danger If all the parts shown in Illustration 1 are not present or if parts are damaged they must be replaced...

Page 19: ...Using Weightanka 2 4 of 28 Names and Functions of the Necessary Component Parts Figure 1...

Page 20: ...ding to the number of weights being used Total weight of 4 weight locating pins 1 30 Kg 4 pieces DW1013010 Rubber Coated Base Weights Base plates to provide maximum friction and or adhesion with the r...

Page 21: ...ight of the bottom cross arm is 16 kg 1 piece Threaded Spreader Plate The threaded spreader plate is supplied welded to the bottom cross arm The socket screw is screwed through the spreader plate to a...

Page 22: ...rmation on use and date of test Positioned under the eyebolt and above the polythene washer 1 piece DW1018010 Central Pedestal The central pedestal provides a raised position for the attachment point...

Page 23: ...x eight or twelve standard weights are required to assemble a Weightanka R system depending on the type of roof surface It is IMPERATIVE that the correct number of standard weights is employed See sec...

Page 24: ...n nearest to the top standard weight Weight of 4 securing pins 0 15 kg 4 pieces DWATBAR10 Tommy Bar For use when tightening the eyebolt into the pedestal The length and diameter of the tommy bar is sp...

Page 25: ...Warning Label 1 piece DWA 101 10 Label regarding correct use Warning Label 1 piece DW1014010 Stabiliser Arm To attach the base weights Length 1 100 mm Placed on top of adjacent rubber coated base wei...

Page 26: ...ent Shape of roof Only for use on flat roofs Permitted roof slope Max 5 Roof surface For use on mineral felt concrete profiled metal sheets Asphalt Stone chippings and single ply membrane The roof sur...

Page 27: ...Safety distances All parts of the system must be at least 2 5 metres from a roof edge or open void A clearance height of at least 250 mm must remain above the highest component of the system The clear...

Page 28: ...assembly you must have a Checked you have all of the components see 2 4 and Fig 1 and they are undamaged b Selected a suitable installation site Number of weights Weightanka is supplied as standard w...

Page 29: ...ction 2 5 Page 11 Select a suitable position on the flat roof for assembly of Weightanka No part of the WeightAnka may be less than 2 5 metres from the roof edge or other opening At no time should an...

Page 30: ...B Distance from line attachment on Weightanka to outer edge of parapet C Maximum potential movement of Weightanka 1m D A B C E Maximum extension length of energy absorber whether integral with the la...

Page 31: ...hen D E F G A C E F G B and since C 1metre F 2metres G 1metre then Minimum clearance distance A B E 4 metres additional distance allowance may need to be made for some components see NB above WARNING...

Page 32: ...Using Weightanka 2 17 of 28...

Page 33: ...mm A F Allen key c Place the central hole of the top cross arm Fig 1 Page 4 Chapter 2 with the two instruction notices facing upwards over the M20x75 mm socket head screw previously fitted to the bot...

Page 34: ...uring pins Fig 1 Page 4 Chapter 2 into the lowest possible hole on each locating pin Final inspection Carry out a final check ensuring the system has been correctly assembled all bolts have been faste...

Page 35: ...ucted It is essential that you pay attention to the length of your personal protective equipment including any energy absorber when fully extracted and add one metre to allow for potential movement of...

Page 36: ...ould be placed on the central eyebolt so that no one disconnects the personal protective equipment during use This is the responsibility of the operator Ensure you have observed all the instructions f...

Page 37: ...is not suitable as a safety device A connector between the safety harness and the Weightanka system in accordance with EN 362 Make sure that the personal protective equipment is suitable as a full fa...

Page 38: ...ightanka system be re sold or exported outside of the original country of destination the re seller shall provide the user with these instructions in the language of the country in which the product i...

Page 39: ...ore they are used again Weightanka should be more closely inspected e g for signs of damage to ensure that it is safe for re use This inspection i e interim inspection should be recorded At least ever...

Page 40: ...nds l that neither the roof surface nor the Weightanka have been contaminated by oil grease or any other substance m that there is no growth of algae on the rubber base weights or on the surrounding r...

Page 41: ...ble of this What to look for during inspections and thorough examination The lists below are not exclusive Inspection Interim inspection An inspection should be carried out after every week of constan...

Page 42: ...rmation of the pedestal cross arms stabiliser eyebolt etc This list is not exclusive Should any doubt arise about the safety of any part of the system do not use it remove it from service immediately...

Page 43: ...monitored by notified body No 0194 Inspec International LABEL 2 WEIGHTANKA MAY ONLY BE USED ON THE FOLLOWING SURFACES THE ASSEMBLY MUST ALWAYS COMPRISE FOUR RUBBER COVERED BASE WEIGHTS PLUS ADDITIONAL...

Page 44: ...position of the weightanka and the use of fixed length harnesses ensure that the users are not able to approach within 0 5m of a roof edge or other opening Max Two Users All Users Should Be Protected...

Page 45: ...symbol added Page 2 Chapter 2 New symbol added Page 3 Chapter 2 New symbol added Page 4 Chapter 2 New diagram added Pages 5 to 10 Chapter 2 New Part numbers added and revised bullet points Page 11 Ch...

Page 46: ...the subject of EC certificate of conformity number BSEN795 08 013 Issued by National Engineering Laboratory East Kilbride Glasgow G75 0QU United Kingdom Notified Body Number 0320 Is subject to the pro...

Page 47: ...egular Obligatory Inspection of Weightanka Date Inspector Name Qualification Inspection Result Subsequent Inspection in the Case of Deficiency Date Result of the Subsequent Inspection Signature of the...

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