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Anchorage requirements
Fig. A
• According to EN795 the minimum strength of any anchorage is 10kN
• Check anchorage for signs of deterioration
• Like all fall arrest gear, anchorages must be subjected to regular inspections through a
competent person. Inspect at least once every three months, and record findings in a dedicated
service record
• Check that the karabiner is the correct size for the anchorage to be used. If the karabiner is too
small, use an anchor sling to connect to the anchorage
Anchorage position
• The anchorage of the system should preferably be located above the user’s position
Use as part of a fall arrest system
• Anchorages selected for fall arrest systems should be capable of sustaining a static load, applied
in the directions permitted by the system of at least:
• 22kN for non-certified anchorages, or
• 2 x the maximum arrest force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required strength shall be
multiplied by the number of systems attached
Use as part of a work positioning system
• Structures to which a work positioning system is attached should be capable of sustaining a static
load, applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least 13kN, or twice the potential
impact force, whichever is greatest. If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the
required strength should be multiplied by the number of systems attached
Use as part of a restraint system
• Anchorages to which a restraint or travel restraint system is attached shall be capable of
sustaining a static load, applied in the directions permitted by the system of at least
• 4.5kN for non-certified anchorages, or
• 2 x the foreseeable force for certified anchorages
• If more than one system is attached to one anchorage, the required strength should be
multiplied by the number of systems attached
Compatibility
• This karabiner is compatible with miscellaneous fall arrest systems and safety gear, including but
not limited to the following Silverline products:
• 257875
Restraint Harness
• 250482
Restraint & Fall Arrest Harness
• 251483
Premium Restraint & Fall Arrest Harness
• 253162
Shock Absorbing Lanyard
• 252190
Restraint Positioning Lanyard
• 251657
Wide Back Support Belt
Notes:
• Connecting hardware must be compatible in size, shape, and strength. Non-compatible
connectors may accidentally disengage and lead to serious injury or even death
• Only use connectors, such as D-rings, snaphooks, karabiners and other equipment with a
minimum rating of 22kN
• ALWAYS take the length of the karabiner (see ‘Specification’) into consideration, when planning
the layout of a fall arrest system, as it will influence the total length of the fall
WARNING:
Always verify that the connecting karabiner and the D-ring on the harness or
anchorage connector are compatible.
Operation
Note:
This equipment must ONLY be used by competent operators. All users must be trained in
its safe use. Inexperienced users must receive instruction prior to using this equipment. A risk
assessment must be carried out before undertaking any operations requiring fall arrest equipment.
WARNING:
ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work area and
type of activity, including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, hard hat, protective shoes and
hearing protection.
Opening & closing the gate
• To open, turn the spring-loaded, knurled Locking Sleeve (5) anticlockwise 90° till it stops and
cannot be turned anymore
• Push the Gate inwards to open the karabiner
• To close, release the mechanism, let the Gate return to its closed position; the spring-loaded,
knurled Locking Sleeve will automatically lock in the locked position
WARNING:
This karabiner must ALWAYS be used with the Gate closed and fully locked. To check
whether the Gate is securely locked, ensure that the Locking Sleeve has been turned clockwise all
the way, so it prevents the Gate from opening when pushed.
Making connections (see Fig. A)
WARNING:
Never apply multiple loads to a single karabiner.
• When using a karabiner to connect to an anchorage, or when connecting components of a fall
arrest system together, ensure that accidental disengagement (‘rollout’) cannot occur
Note:
Rollout is possible when interference between a karabiner and the mating connector causes
the karabiner's gate or keeper to accidentally open and release.
• DO NOT use connectors that will not completely close over the anchor point
Fig. B
Anchorage
or anchorage
connector
Connecting
Subsystem
Direction
of Load
Direction
of Load
• DO NOT make knots in a lanyard
• DO NOT hook a lanyard back on to itself
• DO NOT attach two or more karabiners to each other
• DO NOT attach two or more karabiners into one D-ring
• DO NOT attach karabiners directly to a horizontal lifeline
Fig. C
WARNING:
ALWAYS follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with each system
component.
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