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GB
Instruction for use
Usage okay
Proceed with caution during usage
Danger to life
Not useable for this/Not available in this version
1.) Standards
(see Table 1)
2.) General information, fall arrest block type overview
When used in a fall arrest system with an anchor point and safety
harness, as per EN 361 (see fig. 1), fall arrest blocks (FABs) are
used exclusively for the safeguarding of persons exposed to the
risk of a fall during their work (e.g. on ladders, roofs, scaffolding
etc.). The user is able to move freely when ascending and
descending. The integrated spring allows the steel cable (HK
PLUS)/PES webbing (HSG KOMPAKT) to self-retract into the
device. However, the pulling force is so low, that the user barely
notices it.
In the event of a fall, the device locks as soon as the speed of the
fall reaches about 1.5 m/s. Fall arrest blocks must not be used
above bulk material or similar materials in which there is the
possibility of sinking. In this instance, the lock-on speed is not
reached and sinking cannot be stopped. (Fig. 5.14)
Fall arrest blocks limit the energy created during a fall to such an
extent that the human body is able withstand this energy. Once a
fall arrest block has been deployed to arrest an actual fall, it must
be withdrawn from use and inspected by a competent person. If the
inspection findings are negative, it must be retired and destroyed!
Inspection and maintenance:
When supplied with a complete system, individual components
must not be replaced. The inspection (documented visual inspection
and performance test), which takes place at least once a year (as
per EN), must be carried out by a competent person in accordance
with DGUV 312-906 (i.e. pursuant to the national regulations for the
inspection of PPE) Servicing (documented dismantling and
thorough inspection), which takes place at least once every 5
years, is only to be carried out by SKYLOTEC.
Regular inspections and maintenance depend on the actual lift
intervals and the environment (dust, humidity etc.) in which the fall
arrest block is used.
Weight restrictions:
HSG HK PLUS: 9 - 100 kg
HSG KOMPAKT: 5 - 100kg
HSG HK L:
9 - 250 kg
