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Product Manual: Model #SB-SM1 Fall Arrest Tower Base
- Revision 01 - Date: 03-04-2010
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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
fall arrest equipment and to maintain documented 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.
6.1 - Maintenance
For the most part, the Model #SB-SM1 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. Lubricate all Fastener Threads: Apply a water resistant lubricant suitable for high-strength steel fasteners to
all threads in order to extend the working life of these components.
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 make it
necessary to increase the frequency of such and evaluation. 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 #SB-SM1 4-Arm Manway Mount, the following specific items should be
checked;
1. Labels:
Check that all of the labels are clean and legible (Refer to Section 3.0). 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
information applicable to product usage and limitations, and should be visible and present at all times.
2. Base Lugs:
Visually inspect for any fracture or deformation. Overloading of the system can and will deform and damage the
lugs. Any Model #SB-SM1 system exhibiting deformation should be removed from service immediately.
3. Structure:
The entire product structure should be checked for cracks, gouges, dents, bends or breaks. If there are dents or
6.2 - Inspection
