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© 3M 2017

FORM NO: 5903620

REV: B

USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL

FLEXIGUARD™

Counterweight Trailer

 

Fall Arrest System

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8530690

Summary of Contents for FLEXIGUARD

Page 1: ... 3M 2017 FORM NO 5903620 REV B USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL FLEXIGUARD Counterweight Trailer Fall Arrest System 1 8530690 ...

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Page 3: ...A A B C C C D E F G G H 4 6 1 4 137 8 cm 4 2 127 2 cm 6 11 3 4 212 7 cm 21 1 2 641 2 cm 2 10 1 4 87 1 cm 14 4 1 2 438 4 cm 17 7 1 4 536 6 cm 19 5 to 27 5 49 5 cm to 69 9 cm 13 3 1 4 404 7 cm 3 10 1 2 118 0 cm ...

Page 4: ...4 3 30 30 6 ft 1 82m 6 ft 1 82m 4 A 5 6 A B C D E F G A B C ...

Page 5: ...5 7 1 Qty 4 Torque 90 ft lbs 122 N m 2 Qty 10 Torque 90 ft lbs 122 N m 3 ...

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Page 10: ... in the event of arresting a fall Do not use this system if the lift winch brake wear indicator is pointing in the red under load while raising system See figure 2 Do not transport this system when in the raised position Secondary mast lock must be engaged during use Do not over extend the vertical mast assembly Over extension of the vertical mast assembly will cause serious damage to the height a...

Page 11: ...intain 100 tie off when transferring between anchor points on the system Use caution when installing using and moving the system as moving parts may create potential pinch points Ensure proper lockout tagout procedures have been followed when applicable Only connect fall protection subsystems to the designated anchorage connection point on the system When drilling holes for assembly or installatio...

Page 12: ...weight clothing tools etc less than or equal to 310 lbs 141 kg Tow Vehicle The Tow Vehicle and Hitch Receiver must be properly equipped to handle the System Specifications System Weight Tongue Weight etc Anchorage Structure supporting the Counterweight Trailer Fall Arrest System must withstand a 7 000 lb 31 kN vertical load Anchor Height Adjustable Mast allows for 12 75 ft 20 5 ft 3 88 m 6 25 m An...

Page 13: ... 2 4 HAZARDS Use of this equipment in areas with environmental hazards may require additional precautions to prevent injury to the user or damage to the equipment Hazards may include but are not limited to heat chemicals corrosive environments high voltage power lines explosive or toxic gases moving machinery sharp edges or overhead materials that may fall and contact the user or Personal Fall Arr...

Page 14: ...sure all connections are compatible in size shape and strength Do not use equipment that is not compatible Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked 3M connectors snap hooks and carabiners are designed to be used only as specified in each product s user s instructions See Figure 6 for examples of inappropriate connections Do not connect snap hooks and carabiners A To a D ring to which anot...

Page 15: ...equipped with Forklift Channels for lifting into place on the Trailer 1 Hitch the system to the Tow Vehicle Hitch the Counterweight Trailer FAS to a tow vehicle with an adequately sized Hitch Receiver A Couple the Pintle Hitch on the Tow Vehicle to the Lunette Ring on the Trailer If needed adjust the height of the Lunette Ring by repositioning the Lunette Ring in the Channel Bracket on the Trailer...

Page 16: ...ed in the Inspection and Maintenance Log Table 2 Inspect all other components of the Fall Protection System per the frequencies and procedures defined in the manufacturer s instructions Some Flexiguard Fall Arrest Systems are equipped with a Radio Frequency Identification RFID Tag The RFID Tag can be used in conjunction with a Handheld Reading Device to simplify inspection and inventory control an...

Page 17: ...mps of grease at the indicated Grease Points D Hand Crank Chain Drive Figure 13 Inspect the Brake Wear Indicator A while lowering the Jib Boom If the Brake Wear Indicator is in the Red zone B remove the Drive Mechanism from service and contact the manufacturer Inspect fasteners on the Drive Mechanism to ensure they are tight Clean all Drive Chains monthly with a rag and solvent Once clean lubricat...

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Page 20: ... Shanghai 200051 P R China Phone 86 21 62539050 Fax 86 21 62539060 3MFallProtecton CN mmm com 3M com FallProtection U S PRODUCT WARRANTY LIMITED REMEDY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY WARRANTY THE FOLLOWING IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Unless otherwise provided by...

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