MSA Latchways
®
Vertical Device
LadderLatch, TowerLatch, TowerLatch SP and Climblatch
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Latchways, an MSA Company.
6. User Instructions
If the device has been used to arrest a fall, is damaged or there is any doubt about the safe
condition of the device or the service date has expired it shall be withdrawn from service.
This shall be recorded on the record card.
Ensure there is a rescue plan in place to deal with any emergencies which may arise and
you are fully aware of the procedure before attempting any work at height.
Connect the device via the karabiner to the chest attachment point of the harness by releasing the locking
safety gate on the karabiner. With the karabiner in the open position insert the open end of the karabiner
into the chest attachment point on the harness. Release the safety gate ensuring it is fully closed and
locked.
Hold the device in the right hand by the release catch cover below the level of the attachment point so that
the linkage is in the vertical plane. This will force the cam into the unlocked position. Fig 6.2.
Press the release catch with your right thumb. The release catch will not operate if the device is incorrectly
oriented. Using your left hand pull the Star wheel away from the body of the device and offer the device up
to the cable. Fig 6.3.
Fig 6.2. Cam in unlocked position.
Cable
Depress Release Catch
Pull Star wheel
Out
Fig 6.3.