500714-001 - Product Manual - #FT-C70 Carbon Fiber Fall Arrest Tower - Revision 02 - 2015-03-06
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MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION
6.0 - Maintenance & Inspection
1. Read, understand and follow the Product Manual and signs
on the product before using, maintaining or inspecting the
equipment.
2. ANSI and OSHA require a regular inspection program for
all elevated fall arrest equipment and to maintain docu-
mented results of these inspections. Follow the inspection
procedure contained in this manual and use the inspection
form to document the results.
3. keep instructional and safety signs clean and legible at
all times. Clean or replace as required.
4. Remove the equipment from service if a problem is found
during the inspection. Return to an authorized repair depot
or the factory for service.
For the most part, the Model #FT-C70 is intended to be a maintenance-free piece of equipment, however several steps
can be taken to keep the system in top-notch working order and also extend the working life of the product.
Before Each Use:
1. Visual Inspection: Perform a complete visual inspection. Refer to section 6.2 for guidelines and take any
maintenance steps that are necessary.
Annually:
1. Clean Product: Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean the structure and labels of dirt and residue. Be sure
the labels are legible (replacements are available from Pelsue)
2. Oil or grease the threaded screw pegs to ensure smooth operation.
3. Complete Inspection: Perform a thorough inspection, paying attention to the bullet points provided within
section 6.2. Record results and keep documentation. A log has been provided in section 6.3 specifically for
the recording of the dates & results of annual system inspections.
Periodic Factory Service Inspection:
It is recommended that the product be serviced by a factory authorized
service center or the manufacturer after a period of three years. Extreme working conditions may indicate
the necessity to increase the frequency. Factory servicing shall include but not be limited to an intensive
inspection and cleaning of all internal and external components. Failure to provide proper service may shorten
product life and could endanger performance or function.
When completing an inspection of the Model #FT-C70 Composite Fall Arrest Tower, the following specific items should
be checked;
1. Labels:
Check that all the labels are clean and legible (Refer to Section 3.1). Clean the labels if any are dirty using mild
soap and a damp cloth. Replace if any are illegible. Decals & labels provide valuable warning and caution infor-
mation applicable to product usage and limitations, and should be visible and present at all times.
2. Fasteners:
Check that all screws and other fasteners are present and secure. Note that some fasteners may not be tightened
to their maximum allowable torque. This is done in order to allow for pivoting and/or folding motions in certain
components. Over-tightening of fasteners can interfere with the operation of the device and can damage the
structure.
All fasteners on the Model #FT-C70 system are of a self-locking design. Bolt threads should extend all the way
though their locking nuts. If any fasteners have appeared to “back-out” or loosen the product should be removed
6.1 - Maintenance
6.2 - Inspection
