MSA Latchways
®
Vertical Device
LadderLatch, TowerLatch, TowerLatch SP and Climblatch
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Latchways, an MSA Company.
Shock pack label
Date of manufacture
1. Safety instructions
When using the Latchways vertical device, basic on site safety precautions, including the
following, should be observed to ensure personal safety.
All Users of the Latchways vertical devices shall be trained and competent in its safe use and shall read and
follow these instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Never allow more than one person to attach to the Latchways vertical device at any time.
Before use always visually check and inspect the system for any faults, ensuring it is secure and has a valid
test certificate.
Always use a full body harness complying with national standards. Waist belts are not suitable for use with
this device.
Before use ensure the karabiner attaching the Latchways vertical device to the harness is in the closed and
locked position.
Do not use the Latchways vertical device for work positioning (i.e. primary means of support); to support
either partial or full body weight.
3100L, 3102L, 3103L, 3104L & 3105L type devices
Maximum Rated Load (for systems incorporating a single
6 kN coil energy absorber)
– The system can be used by a maximum of 3 Users. The total maximum rated load
for the system shall not exceed 400 kg (880 lbs) (total User weight including tools and equipment carried). The
maximum rated load for a single device shall not exceed 150 kg (330 lbs) (single User weight including tools
and equipment carried).
35429-00 TowerLatch SP device
Maximum Rated Load
– The maximum weight of any User (including tools
and equipment carried) should not exceed 100kg (220 lbs) unless the following label is visible on the energy
absorber indicating 150Kg (330 lbs) User weight is permissible.
Warning!
Only TowerLatch sp devices with a label indicating the maximum User weight are suitable for
users up to 150kg (330 lbs) all other devices that do not have a label indicating the maximum
User weight are only suitable for users up to 100kg (220 lbs).
