Sky Climber Compact 1000, Operator'S Instruction Manual

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January 2019 Page 10
Wire Rope Replacement
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Wire rope is critical to safe and trouble-free operation.
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Replacement rope shall be to Sky Climber’s specifications. Use of wire rope obtained from sources
other than those specified by Sky Climber could result in serious personal injury, property damage,
and/or equipment breakdown.
Four Wire System
Four wire systems can be used when it is necessary to protect workers having platforms or
canopies overhead and as part of the system. Contact your Sky Climber representative when
Four Wire Systems are needed.
FALL ARREST EQUIPMENT
OSHA requires an independent life line for each person going aloft. A safety harness must be
worn by each worker and be attached by a lanyard and rope grab to an independent life line
while a worker is on the platform.
Life Lines
Only one person may be attached to a life line. The life line must be:
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Sized for and compatible with the rope grab (e.g., 5/8 inch line for a 5/8 inch rope grab).
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Certified minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs.
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Seized or whipped at the ends.
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Tied off to a separate attachment point different from the wire rope attachment point capable of
supporting 5,000 lbs.
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Do not allow life line to come in contact with rough or sharp edges.
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Life line must extend to the ground or the next lower safe surface.
Rope Grab
Inspect all parts of the rope grab prior to each use. Perform a documented rope grab
inspection at least twice a year.
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The rope grab should always be mounted on the life line as far above the operator as possible.