MAS 10, Operating Instructions Manual

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In this implementation, max. admissible total weight (rated load) of person 100 kg.
In case of the implementation Var. BFD, a fastening with tear / fall-energy absorber Type
BFD 3, with a maximum length of 2 m, has been firmly sewn into the rear reception eyelet.
This fastening with tear / fall-energy absorber must not be extended or manipulated.
The snap hook at the end of the fastening is attached directly to the anchor point. As an
appendix to these directions for use, the directions on the use of the connecting agent with
integrated tear-open / fall-energy absorber - tested according to EN 354/355 - are
additionally supplied. The use references are to be observed particularly in this case! If
guided-type fall arresters are employed, the snap hook must be hooked directly into the
reception eyelet (D-ring). It is strictly prohibited to attach the stitched fastening with tear /
fall-energy absorber to the guided-type fall arrester (falls from an excessive height are a
danger to life).
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Use of the side hold eyelets
The two side hold eyelets may be employed only for the work positioning (hold function),
where the fastening for safety belts, according to EN 358, is normally to be attached with a 2-
rope connection and adjusted tightly so that any free fall of the user is excluded. The anchor
point in the hold function must be located above the waist. Furthermore, the fastening for the
safety belt must be held tightly and free movement is to be limited to 0.60 m. The adjusting
devices and connecting elements are to be checked regularly during the performance of
work. The description of the connecting agent and its fixing elements can be
found in the directions on use of the manufacturer (e.g. MAS Masi MA4).
Important:
If pocket webs / pocket eyelets are sewn on at the back, these are permissible only for
holding a tool pouch or a tool bag. In no case should a fastening or similar be attached to
them.
Any abuse the side hold eyelets through hanging or sitting in the belt inevitably leads
to damage and is therefore inadmissible.
When working in the work positioning (retention function), this does not protect
securely against a fall from a height, therefore, you must ensure that a corresponding
protection against falling is additionally applied (fall arrest system) when a fall from a
height is a possibility.
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Use of the ascent protection eyelet
Identification A EN 353-1 Only Ascent protection eyelet (Pictogram "Cat
ladder")
In this implementation, max. admissible total weight (rated load) of person 100 kg
(only MAS 400 Var. S
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136 kg).
The full body harnesses in the variants with the designation "S" are equipped with a ride-up
protection eyelet
at the abdominal belt, and therefore can also be employed in connection with a guided type
fall arrester, according to EN 353-1. In this case, the directions on use of the manufacturer of
the ascent protection device must be observed.
Important:
In this case you must ensure that the ride-up protection eyelet (D-ring) is always
located centrally in front on the stomach.
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Use of the rescue eyelets
If the full body harness (Var. D) should be equipped with two
rescue eyelets on the shoulder straps, then these are basically
to be used only with a twin fastening, according to EN 354, for
the saving of persons.
Never employ these two rescue eyelets as protection
against fall from a height.
Individual components used
Webbing: Polyester (PES)
Sewing thread: Polyester (PES)
either galvanized steel, aluminium or stainless steel
Plastic parts:
Polyamide (PA)
General notes
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) against falls from a height may be employed as
a protection against falls from a height for short-term work only.
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Personal Protective Equipment against fall from a height should be made available to
the user in person.
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If work is carried out where there is a danger of falling, suitable fall-arrest systems
must be employed (see EN 363).
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In a fall arrest system, only full body harnesses EN 361 and fall-energy absorbing
elements (e.g. strip fall absorbers, height safety units, ascent protection devices) may
be used.
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The maximum length of a connecting agent, including all components (strip fall
absorber, final connection and connecting elements), may not exceed 2 m (never
extend or shorten using knots).
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To avoid the risk of a fall when adjusting the length of a connecting agent, the user
may not remain in an area where there is a danger of falling from a height.
 With the utilisation of a fall arrest system (EN 363), the required open space below
the user is to be checked before every employment at the workplace so that, in case
of a fall , no impact on the ground or any other obstacle is possible.
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If doubts should exist regarding safe use, or if the equipment has been stressed
through a fall from a height, the overall equipment must be withdrawn from use
immediately.
 A PPE stressed by a fall from a height may be used again only following written
approval from an expert.
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The use of this equipment is permitted to trained or expert persons only or use is
subject to direct expert monitoring.