12.3 SELF-TRACKING ROPE GRAB INSTALLATION
12.4 SW-EX8000 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
1. The FS1118-DC is a removable self-tracking rope grab for VLL operations. The FS1118-DC installs in virtually the same manner as the
FS1118 and FS1120. The only difference being the first step in the process.
2. Rather than rotating the safety lever all the way up as done with the FS1118 and FS11120, simply push in on the safety lever to begin loosening the
knurled locking knob (See Figure 9).
3. The FS1118-DC is also equipped with an anti-inversion cam in the hinge. This prevents the grab from opening or closing if in the wrong
orientation relative to the rope. When installing, ensure that the arrow is pointing up (See Figure 9).
4. NEVER grab the Fall Arrester during a fall! Doing so may allow the unit to disengage and the Fall Arrester to slip along the Vertical Lifeline!
Step 1:
Ensure the SW-EX8000 is in correct orientation to the VLL with the indicator arrow pointing up (See Figure 10). Rotate the sliding plate open
and verify that the position of the blocking wheel is in the GO position.
Step 2:
Insert the rope ensuring the device remains the correct vertical orientation.
Step 3:
Rotate the sliding plate closed.
Step 4:
Install an ANSI Z359.12 compliant connector through the connection slot.
Step 5:
Pull upward on the connector to verify that the rope grab moves freely along the lifeline.
Step 6:
Proper function of the SW-EX8000 can be tested by again pulling up on the connector, and then rapidly pulling downward to ensure the grab
locks onto the rope and stops. Figure 11 illustrates proper installation of the SW-EX8000.
WARNING:
USER MUST ENSURE THAT THE SW-EX8000 IS INSTALLED IN THE CORRECT ORIENTATION TO THE
VERTICAL LIFELINE. INCORRECT INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
REST
100kg
GO
EASY
MOVE
Blocking Wheel
Connection Slot
Safety Lever
Push Inward
FIGURE 10 - SW-EX8000 ORIENTATION FOR INSTALL
FIGURE 9 - NON-TRAILING ROPE GRAB INSTALL
“UP” Arrow
“UP” Arrow
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