Tractel Blocfor B10 AES, Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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Technical specifications
Modele B10 AES B10 AES SR
Weight (kg) 4,86 4,75
Length of dia. 4.7 mm galvanised steel wire rope (m) 10
Length of dia. 4.7 mm stainless steel wire rope (m) 10
Length of dia. 5.5 mm synthetic steel wire rope (m) 10
Retraction force (N) 5 to 25 5 to 25
Braking force (kN) 5 5
Braking distance (mm) 800 800
Standards EN 360 EN 360
Horizontal use with lanyard (ref.035032) OK OK
14. An anti-fall harness is the only body-gripping device that is
permitted for use in a fall arrester system.
15. In a fall arrester system, it is essential to verify, prior to each
use, the free space under the user on the workplace, to avoid
any risk of collision, in the case of a fall, with the ground or
with any obstacle found in its path.
16. For the safety of the user, if the equipment is sold outside
the first country of destination, the dealer should supply:
an instructions manual, instructions for maintenance, for
periodical inspections and repairs, all compiled in the
language of the country of use.
Inspection before use (figure 3).
• Check the condition of the lanyard along its entire length
(figure 3.a):
- the wire rope should not show any signs of bending,
abrasion, corrosion or broken wires;
- the synthetic rope should not show any signs of abrasion,
fraying, burns or cuts.
• Check that the lanyard blocks when you pull sharply on its end
(figure 3.b) and that it winds and unwinds normally along its
entire length.
• Check the condition of the casing (no signs of deformation,
screws in place...).
• Check the condition and operation of the connectors: no signs
of deformation, connectors open, close and lock correctly. If
equipped with a connector on the lanyard end, the fall indicator
on the connector should not be visible: M46
(figure 3.d).
• Check the state of the harness and connector attachments
(figures 3.c - 3.e). Refer to the specific manuals for each of the
products.
• Check the complete fall arrester system.
Recommendations for use (figure 1):
• The blocfor™ is a retractable fall arrester complying with
standard EN 360. This equipment must only be used by a
person equipped with a fall arresting harness (EN 361).
• The blocfor™ must only be used for protection of personnel
against falls when working at heights.
• The blocfor™ must be secured to a structure (by its connector)
with a strength S of at least 10 kN. The user must be connected
to the blocfor™ device by means of the D-ring on the harness
(figure 1.b) using the automatic locking connector located on
the end of the blocfor™ lanyard.
• The user must limit his movements to 20° in the vertical and
horizontal directions without moving away by more than 3 m
with respect to the vertical of the anchor point (
figures 1.c
and 1.d).
Functions and description
Operation
SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
For any special application, please contact TRACTEL ® .
1. Before using your blocfor™ device, carefully read this
manual and the manuals for the associated equipment, to
ensure safe, efficient use of your equipment. This manual
should be available at all times to all users. Additional copies
can be supplied on request.
2. Only properly trained personnel is authorized to use this
safety equipment. Check the condition of the associated
components (harness, connectors) and make sure there is
sufficient fall clearance. This equipment has a service life of
10 years.
3. The blocfor™ must only be used by trained and skilled
personnel, or under the supervision of trained and skilled
personnel.
4. Any blocfor™ device which does not appear to be in
good condition or which has already served to stop a fall
should be inspected, with all its associated equipment, by
TRACTEL
® S.A.S or by a qualified technician who must give
written authorisation for re-use of the system. It is
recommended to make a visual inspection prior to each use.
5. Any modification or attachment made to the equipment
cannot be done without prior written approval from
TRACTEL
® S.A.S. The equipment must be transported and
stored in its original packaging.
6. Any blocfor™ which has not been inspected over the past
12 months or which has served to stop a fall must not be
used and should be destroyed or inspected by a qualified
technician who must give written authorization for re-use of
the system.
7. This equipment is designed for use in open-air worksites at
temperatures of between -35°C and +60°C for blocfor™
systems with stainless steel and galvanized steel wire rope,
and at between -35° and +50° for blocfor™ systems with
synthetic ropes. Avoid any contact with sharp edges, rough
surfaces and chemical substances.
8. IMPORTANT: If you are responsible for assigning the
equipment to an employee or similar person, ensure that you
comply with the applicable health and safety at work
regulations.
9. The user must be physically and mentally fit when using this
equipment. In case of doubt, check with one’s private
doctor or with the works doctor. It is forbidden for use by
pregnant women.
10. The equipment should not be used beyond its limits or in any
other situation than that provided for (cf. “Functions and
Description”).
11. The blocfor™ systems should be personally assigned to each
user, in particular where salaried personnel are concerned.
12. Before using a EN 363 fall arrester device, the user must
ensure that each of the components is in good working order:
security system, locking system. During installation, no
damage should be made to any of the security functions.
13. For the safety of the user, it is essential that the device or the
anchoring point is positioned correctly and that the work is
conducted in a manner so as to reduce to a minimum any risk
of fall and any danger linked to the height.
Warning