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Part #501071-001

Product Manual:

Model #DBF-43A

Davit Base - Folding

T.A. Pelsue Company

2500 South Tejon Street
Englewood, Colorado, USA  80110
Tel. 800-525-8460 or 303-936-7432 
Fax. 303-934-5581
Internet: www.pelsue.com  
Email: [email protected]

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Summary of Contents for DBF-43A

Page 1: ...anual Model DBF 43A Davit Base Folding T A Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood Colorado USA 80110 Tel 800 525 8460 or 303 936 7432 Fax 303 934 5581 Internet www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ISO 9001 Certified ...

Page 2: ... 501071 001 Product Manual DBF 43A Davit Base Folding Revision 00 Date 02 24 2009 Page 2 Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...inuing reputation for excellence in the production of fine products for a broad spectrum of industry throughout the world Now in our second generation of family direction continued commitment to innovation and quality makes Pelsue a leading source of equipment for many types of confined spaces We specialize in safety retrieval fall arrest ventilation cable placing splicing and maintenance national...

Page 4: ...Serial Number 3 0 Configuration Assembly 8 3 1 Label Locations 4 0 Safety 10 4 1 Warning Statement 4 2 Safety Alert Symbol 4 3 General Safety Information 4 4 Operating Safety 4 5 Maintenance Safety 4 6 New Operator Safety Information 5 0 Product Operation 13 5 1 Product Description Capabilities 5 2 Product Installation Set Up 6 0 Maintenance Inspection 16 6 1 Maintenance 6 2 Inspection 6 3 Inspect...

Page 5: ...ISFACTION IS ONE OF THE DIFFERENTIATORS THAT SETS YOU APART FROM THE PACK AND YIELDS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE THEREFORE WE WILL SUPPORT TOTAL CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BY IMPLEMENTING THE ISO 9001 QUALITY SYSTEM AND PROVIDING THE NECESSARY ATMOSPHERE AND TRAINING TO NURTURE THIS CONCEPT THROUGHOUT OUR ORGANIZATION WE WILL MAKE EVERY BUSINESS DECISIONAS THOUGH THE QUALITY OF THE PART OR SERVICE PROVIDED...

Page 6: ...ed by this warranty Unless otherwise agreed the T A Pelsue Company shall repair or replace the defective components within 30 calendar days of notice of failure T A Pelsue Company s obligation hereunder shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product or component as set forth above and shall not include any liability whatsoever for damages caused by such failure including but not limi...

Page 7: ...anual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators Establish a regular training program for experienced and new operators per this manual Establish a regular maintenance and inspection program to keep the equipment in top condition This product is a part of a man rated confined space entry retrieval system The user must read understand and follow the instructions contained in this ...

Page 8: ...h all the necessary components and is in working order Refer to parts list above for common replacement parts If replacement parts are required they can be ordered from the T A Pelsue Company at 800 525 8460 Figure 3 0 DBF 43A Parts Diagram 1 FRONT FOLDING LEGS 501034 001 CENTER SUPERSTRUCTURE 501033 001 Replacement Parts Identification Table Refer to Figure 3 0 3 1a and 3 1b Item Part Number Numb...

Page 9: ... 43A Davit Base Folding Revision 00 Date 02 24 2009 Page 9 4 6 5 7 3 1 Label Locations Figure 3 1b DBF 43A Top Side Label Locations 5 500234 001 4 500238 001 Figure 3 1a DBF 43A Back Side Label Locations 6 103299 001 7 7 501046 001 ...

Page 10: ... working part of your safety program Be certain that everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the procedures recommended and follows safety precautions Remember most accidents can be prevented Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices System owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to use the equipment and at least annuall...

Page 11: ...the need arise and know how to use it 5 Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident Store in a highly visible place 6 Install and properly secure all guards and shields before operating 7 Wear appropriate protective gear This list includes but is not limited to A hard hat Protective shoes with slip resistant soles Heavy gloves Protective clothing Face Protection 8 Review and follow ...

Page 12: ...nders and the area around the work site Untrained operators are not qualified to operate the equipment Many features incorporated into this equipment are the result of suggestions made by customers like you Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the equipment safely and how to set it to perform as intended By following the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance p...

Page 13: ...r to loading diagrams for proof loads Materials Construction General Construction Structural Aluminum Anti Friction ABS and or PVC Hardware Plated Steel Leveling Jacks Alloy Steel Threaded Rod Plated 5 1 Product Description Capabilities The following section will address the capabilities and the general operation of the DBF 43A Folding Davit Base The instructions contained within this section shou...

Page 14: ...hat all product rating warning labels are clear and legible c Check that front legs fold smoothly in and out between the mount ing plates d Check that the leveling jacks turn freely and that the threads are in good condition e Check that all hardware Pins Leveling Screws Bolts have not been damaged and is in working condition 5 1 Product Description Capabilities continued 5 2 Product Installation ...

Page 15: ...s to the base are securely fastened Then pin the legs in the provided holes to lock the legs in place The pins must be fully inserted and protruding out the underside of the base Refer to Fig 5 2b b Insert a davit With a Maximum Offset of 18 into the superstructure Refer to Fig 5 2c c Align the holes in the davit and the holes in the superstructure and pin the two in place if desired or the davit ...

Page 16: ...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 Facto...

Page 17: ...uges dents bends or breaks If there are major dents or any other structural damage the unit should be removed from service and returned to the factory for repair Pay special attention to weld locations look for cracks or separation at the welds Keep in mind the powder coating can age and crack this normal paint cracking can be confused with structural cracking If there is any uncertainty with rega...

Page 18: ... Overall Structure Notes Place a check in the box if item is acceptable place an x X in the box if item requires maintenance or repair Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased DBF 43A Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign ...

Page 19: ... 19 Date Labels Pins Fasteners Leveling Jacks Overall Structure Notes Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign Inspector print sign 6 3 Inspection Log continued ...

Page 20: ... 501071 001 Product Manual DBF 43A Davit Base Folding Revision 00 Date 02 24 2009 Page 20 6 3 Inspection Log continued ...

Page 21: ...on the frame and labels 2 Perform a complete inspection of the unit and document the results prior to storage 3 Oil or grease hinges and moving components in order to prevent corrosion 4 The DBF 43A system can be folded for storage and transport if desired instructions given for assembly in section 3 0 of this manual 7 0 Storage 8 0 Contact Information For More Information T A Pelsue Company 2500 ...

Page 22: ... 501071 001 Product Manual DBF 43A Davit Base Folding Revision 00 Date 02 24 2009 Page 22 Notes ...

Page 23: ... 501071 001 Product Manual DBF 43A Davit Base Folding Revision 00 Date 02 24 2009 Page 23 Notes ...

Page 24: ...ISO 9001 Certified T A Pelsue Company 2500 South Tejon Street Englewood Colorado USA 80110 Toll free 800 525 8460 or 303 936 7432 Fax 303 934 5581 Internet www pelsue com Email sales pelsue com ...

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